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  • In their Actors on Actors conversation, Natalie Portman ('May December') and Paul Mescal ('All of Us Strangers') talk about how they dive deep to bring out the most authentic performances possible.
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  • @atuloraon5384
    @atuloraon5384 5 місяців тому +2324

    Whoever is responsible for pairing up these amazing actors definitely knows their work and deserve a raise.

    • @cczwhite
      @cczwhite 5 місяців тому +25

      Yeah they seem to hold each other in such high regard too which is really something special:)

    • @palemoonlight96
      @palemoonlight96 5 місяців тому +29

      They're the wildest, most random and most unexpected combinations ever but work every time!!

    • @MsTriangle
      @MsTriangle 5 місяців тому +4

      @@palemoonlight96 her ex husband directed Paul in a movie so not so surprising after all.

    • @hameed
      @hameed 5 місяців тому +10

      is it my turn to post this exact same comment on the next video?

    • @cczwhite
      @cczwhite 5 місяців тому +1

      @@hameed it's first come first serve. It's the hunger games out here. You either get that comment and the likes or you're OUT! 😅

  • @Naomi-ll6wv
    @Naomi-ll6wv 5 місяців тому +1234

    You can tell Paul Mescal is just in complete awe to be hearing such praise from the iconic Natalie Portman. He looks like a deer in headlights at certain points of this interview. He is so humble, and still doesn't seem to grasp how talented he is. I would love to see them in a project together. Such a cool pairing.

    • @MatchesMalone1183
      @MatchesMalone1183 4 місяці тому +12

      Irish people in general a very bad at taking praise. It's engrained in our culture to not get too big headed or think too highly of ourselves compared to others, so being complimented like that is actually quite uncomfortable.

    • @stabcitySB
      @stabcitySB 4 місяці тому +1

      ⁠@@MatchesMalone1183 I can certainly second that and as bad as we may be, I personally love the huge difference in experience between the two and how Portman is still, unsurprisingly, the most humble, understanding, consummate professional.

  • @jnpilot
    @jnpilot 5 місяців тому +727

    How humble is Natalie?!? He pays her the most wonderful compliment and all she can do is rave about him in return. They feel like equals here despite her decades of experience and that’s because she made him feel comfortable to be vulnerable with her despite being a big fan of hers.

    • @TheSupergamer55
      @TheSupergamer55 5 місяців тому +27

      That shows that Natalie leads her professional life with true love for the craft and wants to see new school actors succeed as well.

    • @Extra-dg7uv
      @Extra-dg7uv 5 місяців тому +10

      She's so awesome ❤

    • @nickyme8407
      @nickyme8407 5 місяців тому +2

      ​@@Realsagarbhat Internet is really for mor*ns. Of course if I talk to someone who doesn't like you you will be the worst person ever. But thank God people usually have common sense and don't comdamn people based on only one person.

  • @lailastark6010
    @lailastark6010 5 місяців тому +846

    Natalie is a funny, beautiful, kind, humble and very intelligent person. It is always a pleasure to listen to her.

    • @nattycozy1
      @nattycozy1 5 місяців тому +8

      Agree, I still have to watch Jackie! She is so classy and seems so intelligent!

    • @natalieportmanfan1817
      @natalieportmanfan1817 5 місяців тому +3

      ❤❤❤❤

    • @evabettyyt1192
      @evabettyyt1192 5 місяців тому

      Agreeee

    • @mandybradley3079
      @mandybradley3079 2 дні тому +1

      She broke up an engagement, and married the guy. Karma when he cheated on her. And she never danced in that movie. The real dancer came out after and she said director and Natalie told her to not go public. She needs to give award back.

  • @aninjaguardian
    @aninjaguardian 5 місяців тому +840

    Paul Mescal is on an insane career path. Aftersun was easily the best film of 2022 and Mescal should've won. I doubt he'll ever turn in a bad performance, so he's got many awards coming up in the coming years

    • @KenoSNeal
      @KenoSNeal 5 місяців тому +57

      Aftersun really was the best film of that year. No other film was able to reach me emotionally the way that one did. A magnificent achievement.

    • @magdam8290
      @magdam8290 5 місяців тому +8

      Aftersun is boring, uninteresting family video clip, overrated af

    • @tysonjankowiak
      @tysonjankowiak 5 місяців тому +53

      @@magdam8290 go back to marvel movies the and fast franchise or whatever hole you came from mate

    • @KenoSNeal
      @KenoSNeal 5 місяців тому

      @@magdam8290 you're boring and uninteresting

    • @magdam8290
      @magdam8290 5 місяців тому +3

      @@tysonjankowiak you're so classy and sophisticated as filmmaking in Aftersun 👎i would rather watch any marvel movie than this miserable overhyped piece of "art"

  • @MMM-wn2gz
    @MMM-wn2gz 9 днів тому +86

    Anyone else watching since the rumours?.... I see it

    • @marcusmarchesi1966
      @marcusmarchesi1966 9 днів тому +10

      You can't miss it 😂

    • @lillynunnally2005
      @lillynunnally2005 7 днів тому +7

      Totally true they are so…into each other 💖

    • @marial05
      @marial05 7 днів тому +8

      I thought that Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott were in love with eachother

    • @sofiagomes3844
      @sofiagomes3844 5 днів тому

      Me....😂😂😂

  • @freesquirrels46
    @freesquirrels46 5 місяців тому +411

    A serious promotion is needed for the people who are coming up with these Actors on Actors pairings

    • @rics1883
      @rics1883 5 місяців тому +6

      yeah ok, every video like these gets same comment, so calm down.

    • @pupkru
      @pupkru 5 місяців тому +13

      @@rics1883and there’s always comment like yours 🙄 so good job for adding this one

    • @ngasalaja2839
      @ngasalaja2839 5 місяців тому

      @@rics1883 and why is that a problem btw?? gatekeeping a comment? really?

  • @RosaF1tz
    @RosaF1tz 5 місяців тому +79

    i’m simple: i see paul mescal, i click.

  • @emmaeaston9292
    @emmaeaston9292 5 місяців тому +75

    Every time she pays Paul Mescal a compliment - the raw innocence of just how quietly delighted his wee face looks is exquisite 🌟

  • @petehogan7299
    @petehogan7299 5 місяців тому +118

    Paul sounds so nervous but at same time it's his nervousness that makes him so normal so genuine . Natalie is just a pure natural soul that oozes realism in an overly fake Hollywood world.

  • @miavangraan2042
    @miavangraan2042 5 місяців тому +84

    Paul Mescal has such soothing energy, can't explain it. Seems like such a decent bloke.

  • @SereneColeman
    @SereneColeman 2 місяці тому +28

    Paul is the most emotionally intelligent, sensitive man. It’s a wonder to listen to him speak, both his humility and kindness shine through.

  • @jbkrobin
    @jbkrobin 5 місяців тому +384

    Variety is becoming very good at variances and bringing variations. Love this duo in "actors on actors".

  • @chryXantho
    @chryXantho 6 днів тому +8

    This isn't an interview between two people, this is two people acting like they are interviewing each other while trying to hide their intense attraction and chemistry to each other.

  • @TheEbo34
    @TheEbo34 5 місяців тому +178

    Two of the kindest souls and people who you wouldn't know are movie stars talking to them on the street. Tremendous pairing

  • @MAR-sl8xn
    @MAR-sl8xn 5 місяців тому +323

    Paul Mescal is a versatile actor of the generation. He's doing well in his latest film and he's such a wonderful person to watch in any independent films like ‘Aftersun’ and ‘All Of Us Strangers’.

    • @jamescarr1265
      @jamescarr1265 5 місяців тому +4

      Stop omg. You’re an AI who comments on every video.

    • @15Candles
      @15Candles 5 місяців тому +3

      God's Creatures starring Paul and Emily Watson was a unique one too

    • @jamescarr1265
      @jamescarr1265 5 місяців тому

      @@15Candles don’t respond it’s a bot comment

    • @15Candles
      @15Candles 5 місяців тому

      @@jamescarr1265 lol what

    • @jamescarr1265
      @jamescarr1265 5 місяців тому +1

      @@15Candles he’s a bot.

  • @FortniteBurger11
    @FortniteBurger11 5 місяців тому +236

    I wish they talked about Normal People more. It is probably one of the most amazing performances, if not the most amazing, I've seen portrayed between two people. Really changed my view about what the art of acting is. I know this interview is used as a way to promote their movies, but I would've loved to hear Natalie's takes on his performance of Connell and chemistry with Daisy Edgar-Jones.

    • @15Candles
      @15Candles 5 місяців тому +31

      Compare to most teen series/movies coming out these days, Normal People is a breath of fresh air

    • @malcolmlarri9073
      @malcolmlarri9073 5 місяців тому +22

      I agree !
      I have watched Normal People five or six times because it’s just an amazing duet between two phenomenal actors.
      It’s just a masterpiece and so hauntingly beautiful ❤

    • @hankro1
      @hankro1 5 місяців тому +7

      as much as I agree with the sentiments about NP, he must be sick of talking about it :/

  • @Genre_Ghast
    @Genre_Ghast 5 місяців тому +71

    Paul’s talent and his filmography speak for themselves but it has to be so validating sitting in front of one of the greatest dramatic actors to ever do it and being thoughtfully praised for your performances. We’re lucky as an audience to see them as actors but also as genuine people who seem to appreciate the great parts of their art.

  • @mrmdaher
    @mrmdaher 5 місяців тому +82

    Paul Mescal in normal people was stunning, aftersun was brilliant but all of us strangers left me stunned!!
    I love the combo of these 2 ✨🎭

  • @user-bx9vc1er6u
    @user-bx9vc1er6u 2 місяці тому +25

    They’re both so attractive im going crazy

  • @Carostmarger
    @Carostmarger 5 місяців тому +38

    I literally blushed second-handedly when she complimented him

  • @MiaBW
    @MiaBW 5 місяців тому +134

    Always loved Natalie's voice! She has this amazing unic mother voice! Like the kind of voice you want to give you an advice or the kind of voice you you will always listen to when she talks! 🖤

  • @MrKadirbey
    @MrKadirbey 5 місяців тому +43

    Natalie is a legend. She was so fricking good in May December.

  • @vixyvelasquez9898
    @vixyvelasquez9898 3 місяці тому +7

    I keep saying this y’all : Natalie is our modern Audrey Hepburn . Her face , her style , her class. Years from now she will definitely be in Hollywood history , an icon

  • @keirajohannson
    @keirajohannson 5 місяців тому +148

    whoever paired these two together deserve a significant raise

  • @joeylaird77
    @joeylaird77 3 місяці тому +8

    Black Swan is one of the best performances ever on film.
    I fell in love with her in Leon - she was a child!
    Paul is a raw talent. Such a great pairing.

  • @DavidN369
    @DavidN369 5 місяців тому +85

    All of the entries in this year's series have been fascinating pairings so far -- this one might be the most engaging one yet. Makes me want to see Ms. Portman and Mr. Mescal do a project together, sooner rather than later. Their mutual appreciation and regard is as self-evident as their talent in their respective films. Really enjoyable conversation. Thanks, Variety.

  • @adesignerlife
    @adesignerlife 5 місяців тому +33

    Oh my God this is crazy we need this pair in a movie and also so much respect and admiration for both of them.

  • @lenah96
    @lenah96 5 місяців тому +32

    Paul Mescal is just something else. Incredible actor ❤

  • @otalobo
    @otalobo 5 місяців тому +18

    Paul is literally the best actor of our generation. Without even a single doubt. He’s amazing!

  • @paolovid
    @paolovid 5 місяців тому +15

    I remember 1996. It wasn't yesterday, but it wasn't long ago. Paul Mescal was born then...but he's been "here" much longer than that. Fascinating old soul.

  • @oliviaalongi8294
    @oliviaalongi8294 2 місяці тому +9

    does anyone feel chemistry or am i completely wrong & they’re just in awe of each other

  • @robinbobbyolsson
    @robinbobbyolsson 5 місяців тому +35

    She’s being so generous and kind to him. Two great actors but she gives this younger actor space and he is just in awe of her. Great to see. Love the Actors on Actors series.

  • @DavH095
    @DavH095 5 місяців тому +31

    Absolutely was not expecting Natalie to drop the roman empire meme 😂

  • @brattneykerst
    @brattneykerst 5 місяців тому +8

    The combo I didn't know I needed. Natalie is so beautiful and articulate in her words and Paul is so talented, humble, and handsome. Ugh. Can't get enough.

  • @godsgif232
    @godsgif232 5 місяців тому +24

    I love Natalie so much!! She seems so genuine and kind

  • @saramonsalve154
    @saramonsalve154 5 місяців тому +28

    Im just amazed on how much work and ethic Natalie has. You can see how much efforts she puts in her characters like that kind on things are the ones that make me feel so in love with films.

  • @leonardobessauer3713
    @leonardobessauer3713 5 місяців тому +8

    How can this woman become more beautiful every single year? She’s ridiculously gorgeous what tha heck :O

  • @xandertriss4986
    @xandertriss4986 5 місяців тому +30

    Never been so early for a video in my life! I'm SEATED for Natalie Portman 🎉❤

  • @magnatazer16
    @magnatazer16 5 місяців тому +11

    Paul is one of those rare, once in a generation talents. Normal People was beautiful, crushing and ultimately so real it hurt. Aftersun stayed with me for a long time as well. I want to see everything he's done and I'm so excited for his future.

  • @ohkay680
    @ohkay680 5 місяців тому +21

    Really admire these two actors never thought to see them together so I’m excited to watch this! Props to the person who’s been pairing up the recent actors!

  • @malcolmlarri9073
    @malcolmlarri9073 5 місяців тому +11

    I have watched Normal People five or six times …it’s such an incredible duet between both of the lead actors.
    He’s a very special actor indeed

  • @tylersdog
    @tylersdog 5 місяців тому +7

    What an absolute joy to watch these two intelligent and extremely talented actors. I admire them both tremendously, and this conversation just goes to show how hard they work and what they take from it. Well done.

  • @sweetsolitude99
    @sweetsolitude99 5 місяців тому +7

    I'm so glad he brought up the "this is just what grownups do" line because whew what a gut punch of a line

  • @pepijnhuysman1293
    @pepijnhuysman1293 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you so much variety for this interview. It was amazing! Loved those two together

  • @HuyTran0617
    @HuyTran0617 5 місяців тому +6

    I adore both of them! It's like heaven for me to listen to them speak for 40 minutes. It's so soothing and relaxing. Would be nice in the future to see them working together in a movie or a serie.

  • @Dani3leon
    @Dani3leon 5 місяців тому +11

    Portman + Mescal = 💕 well done, Variety!

  • @janeryder43
    @janeryder43 5 місяців тому +4

    Brilliant. Genuine. Magnificient actors and conversation.

  • @karmaisacat9
    @karmaisacat9 5 місяців тому +58

    Natalie is an absolute treasure.

  • @Sniptosnipe
    @Sniptosnipe 5 місяців тому +35

    This is one of those conversations I love to listen to, it goes for people who act and lawyers. I watch a lot of actors and actresses getting interviewed and right away I can instantly tell why someone loves playing a character . I'm interested in the people who give off real vibes playing characters.

  • @ericlewis9472
    @ericlewis9472 13 днів тому +3

    I love Natalie Portman she is so cool!

  • @ilsehuesca5313
    @ilsehuesca5313 4 місяці тому +3

    How beautiful and smart this people are, wow.

  • @hessu275
    @hessu275 5 місяців тому +11

    Normal People is one of the most beautiful shows I've seen... and Leon is my favorite movie

  • @KyV4
    @KyV4 5 місяців тому +13

    I truly don't want to be shallow right now but wow Paul is such an attractive, beautiful man.

  • @KenoSNeal
    @KenoSNeal 5 місяців тому +16

    I still tear up watching Aftersun. Loved Paul and Frankie's chemistry.

  • @fieldsofhorsesroam8488
    @fieldsofhorsesroam8488 5 місяців тому +5

    What an amazing pairing and I've been so enthralled listeing to the both of them! Just becoming familiar with Paul Mescal and what a lovely, smart and talented guy! Been a fan of Natalie's work for years and years and can never get over what a grounded, kind and humble person she remains. Thanks for pairing these two intelligent, thoughtful and trruly talented actors!

  • @vitaflood6677
    @vitaflood6677 5 місяців тому +3

    They are so magnetic I love the respect they have for each other's work

  • @DegrassiInstantStar
    @DegrassiInstantStar 5 місяців тому +15

    Love this pairing SO much!!!

  • @AmberSunny1
    @AmberSunny1 4 місяці тому

    I just love them both so much as actors. I feel like we have witnessed them both grow up. It’s so beautiful.

  • @JennaLoomar
    @JennaLoomar 5 місяців тому +10

    I just need to sit one on one with Paul. We don’t even have to talk. I just wanna be in his presence

  • @rebekka9845
    @rebekka9845 5 місяців тому +7

    i loved Paul mescal’s acting in normal people. That Series ripped my heart out in the best way possible. The scene where he’s opening up to his therapist - i was floored. He is definitely a new generation actor. This type of guy/actor wasn’t around 10-20 years ago. Not that older generations are or were less great. There has just been a clear cultural change/shift.
    His work is on my bucket list.

  • @edwincatalan5000
    @edwincatalan5000 5 місяців тому +6

    My favorite pair in this season !!! I was so exited seeing and hearing them , both are extraordinary actor , for me this is cinema , big fan , gotta love them so proud to see Paul mescal now in the same room whith Natalie freakin Portman!!!!

  • @philliphadathought1537
    @philliphadathought1537 Місяць тому

    What an amazing discussion by two intelligent, lovely people. I’ve grown up with Natalie Portman, and she is amazing. And Paul Mescal is an absolute revelation. His last two films affected me in the most unforgettable way. When you still feel a film days after you’ve watched it, it’s the sign of something trully special. I finished watching Normal People a couple of days ago. Again, left speechless by his performance. I can only stand back and be in awe. So lucky to be alive to experience this.

  • @letreize02
    @letreize02 5 місяців тому +52

    As a flaming bisexual, I'm having heart palpitations rn *-*

  • @mbpandora50
    @mbpandora50 5 місяців тому +1

    This is such a wonderful watch with both these individuals.

  • @heatheryi
    @heatheryi 5 місяців тому +78

    I expected Natalie to be well-spoken and articulate as she’s a known educated intellectual, but surprised that Paul is just as so, and was able to enrich the space with interesting points. Paul is the same age as me but seems wise beyond his years! Great conversation.

    • @KenoSNeal
      @KenoSNeal 5 місяців тому +1

      Such a condescending and judgmental comment.

    • @user-bc2vj6vf7c
      @user-bc2vj6vf7c 5 місяців тому

      Irish are better educated on average than the brits

    • @bettybreeze78
      @bettybreeze78 5 місяців тому +11

      He’s a working class Irish lad but studied at Trinity College which is basically Ireland’s equivalent of Oxford or Cambridge

    • @heatheryi
      @heatheryi 5 місяців тому +1

      @@bettybreeze78 oh wow! A fellow academic! Well it shows

    • @sumiokodai1652
      @sumiokodai1652 2 місяці тому +1

      be surprised if someone isn't with their native language or they're articulate with their second or third language lol

  • @imeanah
    @imeanah 5 місяців тому +4

    what an amazing pairing, loved every second of this!

  • @thiagosardenberg353
    @thiagosardenberg353 5 місяців тому +5

    Wonderful chat. Paul deserves an Oscar nom for the role on AOUS ❤

  • @spooooooooooooooooooky
    @spooooooooooooooooooky 3 дні тому

    Natalieś voice is so soothing. What a lady!

  • @gerardicosas
    @gerardicosas 5 місяців тому +9

    Natalie... omg what an ACTRESS, hope she win's the Oscar.

  • @evandroid
    @evandroid 5 місяців тому +11

    Paul Mescal is talented, beautiful, stylish, hot, and seems to be a nice person as well 🔥❤️

  • @itsserhioball
    @itsserhioball 2 місяці тому +2

    They both are unbelievably talented and charming and beautiful and other objectives I don't remember. This talk is very inspiring and interesting, this magic that brings the movie to life may look like glamour and fun for money but it's a huge work with things I can't imagine. Thanks for this interview. It's always a pleasure to see these people!

  • @TheTaindio
    @TheTaindio 3 місяці тому

    Absolutely wonderful and intelligent conversation

  • @passion3131
    @passion3131 5 місяців тому +3

    so unbelievably excited for paul in gladiator

  • @jasakiii4474
    @jasakiii4474 5 місяців тому +4

    Yeeess the pairing Ive been waiting for!!

  • @duanerichardsii9307
    @duanerichardsii9307 5 місяців тому +5

    I need to see All of Us Strangers deeply, in my bones. It’s so hard to find near me 😭

  • @sarahbgln
    @sarahbgln 4 місяці тому +2

    Natalie just never ages! She's awesome

  • @bervelyndawson6156
    @bervelyndawson6156 5 місяців тому +1

    so fun to watch and listen to. love this

  • @dhruvsarang7636
    @dhruvsarang7636 5 місяців тому +2

    My of my favorite people, love this so much!

  • @breegalesmith9466
    @breegalesmith9466 5 місяців тому +4

    This is a beautiful discussion, I love them both. Cast them opposite of one another in a movie right now! Now!

  • @rubberducky6411
    @rubberducky6411 5 місяців тому +7

    Natalie has all the classic attributes that embolden what a true actor is.Poise, intelligence and humility she really gets how to carry that level of status and honor it with such self dignity...glad to see she is doing well and wish her all the best in the future.

    • @elenasingleterry5854
      @elenasingleterry5854 5 місяців тому +4

      She is also an exceptional human being. One of very few in Hollywood who is consistently vegan and has done a lot to spread awareness of the torture and abuse of farm animals on farms and inside slaughterhouses. She has been vegan since childhood and has never strayed.

  • @jenniferburke2076
    @jenniferburke2076 5 місяців тому +3

    His eyes are so soo blue!!!❤

  • @edgarpizanoramos2969
    @edgarpizanoramos2969 5 місяців тому +2

    no words... i love paul

  • @tengelygabor
    @tengelygabor 4 місяці тому +1

    OMG, their chemistry is just incredible ☺️

  • @bl0ndieAhtletic
    @bl0ndieAhtletic 3 місяці тому +2

    What couple of excellent kind listening people these two are

  • @twangology
    @twangology 5 місяців тому +4

    @variety you are guys are on fire with these Actors on Actors lately! keep them coming :)

  • @rmannayr2129
    @rmannayr2129 5 місяців тому +6

    NATALIE IS SO HUMBLE!

  • @eme.261
    @eme.261 5 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful dialogue. Thank you.

  • @juaneMendez06
    @juaneMendez06 5 місяців тому +21

    Qué delicioso es escuchar a dos personas tan talentosas y entregadas a su trabajo, hablar sobre la artesanía de crear un personaje.
    Increíbles actores.
    De las mejores entrevistas. Sin pretensiones como los otros actors on actors (que han sido un mero juego de publicidad, bastante predecible)

  • @Michael-zo3pm
    @Michael-zo3pm 4 місяці тому +1

    I love both of these two beautiful people so very much! They’re both such tremendously talented actors; they both have done so many wonderful roles. I would LOVE to see them in a movie together. I hope they can find a good project to work together on in the future!

  • @desmazo
    @desmazo 5 місяців тому +10

    Variety going CRAZY lately

  • @Delena00
    @Delena00 5 місяців тому +1

    I’ve been waiting for this one since the rollout started! ❤

  • @jasonchambers4495
    @jasonchambers4495 4 місяці тому +1

    Love these two.

  • @greateveryday22
    @greateveryday22 5 місяців тому +4

    Natalie is a true professional at her craft. Such a great actress and person. She is strong, intelligent, and humble.

  • @auntvesuvi3872
    @auntvesuvi3872 5 місяців тому

    Many thanks to Natalie, Paul and Variety! 💎 I love hearing that Natalie loved Paul's performance in NORMAL PEOPLE (2020), as did I.

  • @drendelous
    @drendelous 5 місяців тому

    this is the blessing i needed

  • @ahmadashrafsedki14
    @ahmadashrafsedki14 5 місяців тому +6

    me gusta mucho la entrevista, paul y natalie son Increíbles juntos

  • @MariosPhilippou-jl9df
    @MariosPhilippou-jl9df 5 місяців тому +3

    this was such a delicious conversation

  • @Jonathan22
    @Jonathan22 5 місяців тому

    I love them so much

  • @jeehyeon
    @jeehyeon Місяць тому

    Loved this one!! Want to see them in a movie together ❤️