Giancarlo Esposito Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

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  • @jjm004
    @jjm004 Рік тому +7588

    I don’t know how this man has never won an Emmy. Incredible actor.

    • @jmanfunkslice
      @jmanfunkslice Рік тому +199

      Never had a role where he had volume, sure he’s great but he didn’t have much screen time

    • @iGaveLiaHIV
      @iGaveLiaHIV Рік тому +1

      @@jmanfunkslice mf best supporting actor in a drama he should’ve been a lock in BCS

    • @jmanfunkslice
      @jmanfunkslice Рік тому +72

      @@iGaveLiaHIV no, he didn’t have enough screen time, read

    • @JakeFLM
      @JakeFLM Рік тому +47

      @@jmanfunkslice he was a main character in better call saul tho

    • @jmanfunkslice
      @jmanfunkslice Рік тому +21

      @@JakeFLM usually doesn’t have anything to do with screen time

  • @svmto
    @svmto Рік тому +167

    He's an actor's actor. You can tell he loves the craft of acting

    • @lightningmonky7674
      @lightningmonky7674 Місяць тому

      Definitely the Broadway side of him, it oftentimes adds a whole different eir to their performances

  • @LexiS-lk8cy
    @LexiS-lk8cy Рік тому +12340

    I have never seen a man who could look and act so mesmerizing yet terrifying at the same time. He gives his roles such a classy yet mysterious nuance. Love him.

    • @Elwaves2925
      @Elwaves2925 Рік тому +163

      It's like says, the less he does the more terrifying his character is. Also, like many of the best villains, he seems to be genuinely nice and friendly in real life.

    • @RetrocarStyle
      @RetrocarStyle Рік тому +28

      Yes this guy is one of my favorite actors

    • @dariusmcintosh8748
      @dariusmcintosh8748 Рік тому +2

      One of my favorite moments of all time was having my Jordan’s Agnes by this man . Nicest Person ever

    • @alexbrettw
      @alexbrettw Рік тому +25

      @@Elwaves2925 He's very nice in real life. He shows up to a lot of conventions and takes the time to talk to his fans

    • @Elwaves2925
      @Elwaves2925 Рік тому +4

      @@alexbrettw That's the impression I've got, everyone always says good things about him.

  • @riolkin
    @riolkin Рік тому +1411

    I absolutely adore this man. I used to be scared of him because of how good his performance was in Breaking Bad, I figured he would be really intimidating in real life. But every interview and fan interaction I've ever seen with Giancarlo he is so warm and kind. He is one of those actors who can draw me to a project I'm not otherwise interested in because I just HAVE to see him act more. Please Hollywood, someone find more parts for this man.

    • @cloudynguyen6527
      @cloudynguyen6527 Рік тому +27

      You can say the same for the guy playing Tuco haha

    • @minsu7919
      @minsu7919 Рік тому +2

      glazer

    • @MrLuffy9131
      @MrLuffy9131 11 місяців тому

      It's ironically he's probably the most animated panel I seen but plays the most deadpan serious character

  • @SoulSearcherr
    @SoulSearcherr Рік тому +10016

    This dude needs to be talked about more, he is one the best actors working today.

    • @Elwaves2925
      @Elwaves2925 Рік тому +93

      I agree. I remember the first time I really noticed him, which was The Usual Suspects. It was a supporting role but he definitely stood out to me. He's only got better since then.

    • @alexlazzerly3677
      @alexlazzerly3677 Рік тому +112

      Idk I feel like he gets talked about a lot. He's gotta be like top 3 actors who gets fancast in everything.

    • @AL-fl4jk
      @AL-fl4jk Рік тому +62

      Literally one of the most popular working actors

    • @Hysteria98
      @Hysteria98 Рік тому +54

      He's good but ever since BB he's mostly been typecast as Gus over and over.

    • @podness.
      @podness. Рік тому +20

      @@Hysteria98 true the directors start putting him as a villain but rarely as a hero or supporting character.
      They did a good job at caleidoscope

  • @chrise8275
    @chrise8275 Рік тому +195

    You can tell he really loves talking about acting, I enjoyed that.

  • @AshfcknKetchum
    @AshfcknKetchum Рік тому +4925

    I just love these older, articulate, quite soft-spoken actors that ooze such charisma on screen without being overbearing, like him, Gary Oldman and Christoph Waltz.

    • @matthewminelli
      @matthewminelli Рік тому +61

      James Spader.

    • @nathanielandre2568
      @nathanielandre2568 Рік тому +70

      For a split second I thought Christoph Waltz was the weirdest shortening of "Christopher Walken" I had ever read lmao

    • @avadakedavra6587
      @avadakedavra6587 Рік тому +33

      Bryan Cranston

    • @deanisplemoni
      @deanisplemoni Рік тому +42

      @@nathanielandre2568 he no longer walken, it's a waltz.

    • @MartensAD
      @MartensAD Рік тому +5

      Gary Oldman is a ripe old ham.

  • @MarkArnoldMusic
    @MarkArnoldMusic Рік тому +430

    Giancarlo is a legend. Full of energy, joy and charisma. Couldn't be more unlike most of the characters he plays...

  • @lbabytutorials4852
    @lbabytutorials4852 Рік тому +3115

    The stars were aligned when they casted everyone for Breaking Bad & Better Call Saul. A masterpiece that is timeless!

    • @mrbiggielarge
      @mrbiggielarge Рік тому +17

      W

    • @tucko11
      @tucko11 Рік тому +13

      They should’ve put Walter and Jesse in better call Saul

    • @lbabytutorials4852
      @lbabytutorials4852 Рік тому +84

      @@tucko11 they did, there in the last 2 episodes

    • @hoosier3060
      @hoosier3060 Рік тому +22

      @@tucko11 Kim meets Jesse right before Jesse and Walt abduct Jimmy.

    • @quan1562
      @quan1562 Рік тому

      ​@@hoosier3060u can tell Jesse voice wasn't the same

  • @Booze_Buddies
    @Booze_Buddies Рік тому +76

    Met him at Megacon last year. Such a genuine real actor. Extremely friendly, loves chewing gum, and goes out of his way to everyone that came to his table to make interaction special. Brilliant man, need more people like him in Hollywood.

  • @AthenianOwl237
    @AthenianOwl237 Рік тому +3364

    If he gets into script writing- he's going to put together an absolutely amazing product with extremely well written characters. I NEED him to get into that lol.

    • @PillowMane
      @PillowMane Рік тому +71

      If he gets behind the camera he will be unstoppable

    • @rorylynch7775
      @rorylynch7775 Рік тому +113

      Up to Los Pollos Standards

    • @Quzga
      @Quzga Рік тому +27

      @@rorylynch7775 Acceptable

    • @zucchinigreen
      @zucchinigreen Рік тому +41

      ​@@PillowMane He's directed episodes on BCS

    • @Greendawn-di3dl
      @Greendawn-di3dl Рік тому +3

      How do you have any idea his chops for acting somehow transfer. They don't.

  • @thomasbrown3356
    @thomasbrown3356 Рік тому +202

    What I love about Gus is that his emotions are all in his face. Anger, disappointment, setbacks, final vengeance. All of it.

  • @adequatequality
    @adequatequality Рік тому +2177

    Every soon-to-be-villain actor in a TV show or movie needs to sit down with Giancarlo and have a long chat about what makes a character so interesting. This man has nailed down the art of stoic antagonism: no loud shouting, physical intimidation, or murdering, but just speaking. Incredible.

    • @chrisslaughter8448
      @chrisslaughter8448 Рік тому +125

      *stares at box cutter in the corner*

    • @UncleGrandpaFanatic1989
      @UncleGrandpaFanatic1989 Рік тому +68

      "No murdering" hmm...

    • @carolusrex3973
      @carolusrex3973 Рік тому +37

      I mean, Tuco was a pretty successful villain aswell, but Gus will always be the best

    • @boomiepinagpala6290
      @boomiepinagpala6290 Рік тому +8

      I was about to comment on how good Giancarlo is, but I struggled to put up the right words to justify his excellence. If anyone asks me how good of an actor he is, I will say this statement.

    • @Star_Joker
      @Star_Joker Рік тому +5

      Victor: Am I a joke to you?

  • @SharkJnr
    @SharkJnr Рік тому +501

    What an actor, truly. I know it's not exactly a TV show or Movie but Far Cry 6 was so unbelievably good, and he brought the character to life with MoCap and his insane talent.

    • @adamjones4951
      @adamjones4951 Рік тому +43

      Finally, someone mentions Far cry 6, by far the best Villan since FC3. He portrayed the realisation of power loss so well

    • @tmtmtg
      @tmtmtg Рік тому +9

      @@adamjones4951 I think the seed family were the best "villains" but that's just me

    • @kane_howe138
      @kane_howe138 Рік тому +7

      @@adamjones4951you didn’t like pagan min? Honestly I’d put pagan min over vass

    • @robertwendt8672
      @robertwendt8672 Рік тому +2

      Don't forget about his role in Payday 2

    • @fatyoshi1456
      @fatyoshi1456 3 місяці тому

      ​@@robertwendt8672 He was in Payday 2?!

  • @greenpunisher13
    @greenpunisher13 Рік тому +1338

    He deserves all the success of the world. He is really an Oscar-level actor

    • @marig9236
      @marig9236 Рік тому +11

      agreed

    • @AamuAurora
      @AamuAurora Рік тому +36

      Oscars mean nothing. He's happy in the theater and amazing shows that are artistically valuable. Oscars or other American awards are absolute or objective. I don't think many artists care for it.

    • @minsu7919
      @minsu7919 Рік тому

      nomnomnomnom :p

    • @VegetaLaunchedFinalFlash
      @VegetaLaunchedFinalFlash Рік тому

      Indeed

    • @quangtran-fe3kb
      @quangtran-fe3kb Рік тому

      Agree

  • @lukestar2218
    @lukestar2218 Рік тому +89

    I’m glad he talked about BB Gus and BCS Gus. It would be easy to just try and save time by grouping them together but they really are different characters that both deserve attention. Any actor that can play the same part in 2 different ways is genius. Giancarlo is a phenomenal performer.

  • @PillowMane
    @PillowMane Рік тому +558

    Giancarlo is very obviously the best kind of person to play a villain. But the villains he plays all have an interesting perspective and he conveys it in a formidable way. Beautiful.

  • @CompoundingTime
    @CompoundingTime Рік тому +89

    He plays the unflinching, genius, boss perfectly. Love that he continues to accept those roles as his portrayals of these key roles brings everything together and maintains suspense heightening everyone else's performances.

  • @jayrobinson7627
    @jayrobinson7627 Рік тому +549

    Amazing actor. Can fit into any role I've seen him in and play it flawlessly. Currently watching him in Godfather of Harlem and he steals almost any scene he is in.

  • @yeskev
    @yeskev Рік тому +90

    Love Giancarlo in all his Spike Lee roles, including Mo Better Blues. Love this interview. You can see how much fun he has playing these roles.

    • @lovejones1897
      @lovejones1897 10 місяців тому +2

      He def deserves his flowers

  • @jennifertalwar6099
    @jennifertalwar6099 Рік тому +252

    I love how he acts. Words are not always required. It is like he loves the role, he is so good it is scary.

    • @Boobalopbop
      @Boobalopbop Рік тому +11

      He has a great face for acting. He can do it all.

    • @jake9854
      @jake9854 8 місяців тому +1

      but girls hated men like this tho

    • @jennifertalwar6099
      @jennifertalwar6099 8 місяців тому

      @@jake9854 lol. His face is expressive enough to tell us what he thinks.

    • @jake9854
      @jake9854 8 місяців тому +1

      @@jennifertalwar6099 wait so u like expressive boys or u like someone whos passionate about something?

    • @jennifertalwar6099
      @jennifertalwar6099 8 місяців тому

      @@jake9854 For me, it isn’t always about words, as long as he expresses himself one way or another. Many things don’t need words. 🙂👍

  • @jerrypomroy2375
    @jerrypomroy2375 Рік тому +43

    It’s a breath of fresh air seeing Giancarlo out of character. Incredible actor. Very intriguing human being.

  • @MrBeautiful2908
    @MrBeautiful2908 Рік тому +795

    I’ve been a fan of Giancarlo Esposito since the late 80s. Phenomenal actor, but very unsung. His versatility is simply marvelous

  • @ShanesAutos
    @ShanesAutos Рік тому +223

    Giancarlo and Chrisoph Waltz in my opinion are very similar especially when playing villains. I think he needs to be in a Tarantino movie at some point.

    • @thumpa1205
      @thumpa1205 Рік тому +15

      Would love to see those two collaborate

    • @ThatsThing1
      @ThatsThing1 10 місяців тому +5

      As much as I love Giancarlo, Christoph Waltz has better range as an actor in comparison.

    • @supporturlocalguillotine3002
      @supporturlocalguillotine3002 10 місяців тому +4

      It would be amazing to see them do even just a scene together, both insanely talented at anything they touch.

    • @jumpvelocity3953
      @jumpvelocity3953 10 місяців тому +1

      @@ThatsThing1yes, Giancarlo is very much a specialist. His characters are rather similar, and if they met, they may be amicable friends.

    • @curryis828
      @curryis828 9 місяців тому +2

      ​@@ThatsThing1but I would say he plays better villains than waltz

  • @michaeltheewolf
    @michaeltheewolf Рік тому +215

    Bro his attention to detail and his way to articulate it is wow! Love this dude as a actor seriously.

  • @NAANsoft
    @NAANsoft Рік тому +20

    I really like his strong voice and how he can control it.

  • @joshuacy91
    @joshuacy91 Рік тому +348

    It gives me such joy to see Mr. Buggin' Out himself getting his just due. His characters in "Do the Right Thing" and "Fresh" and "Nothing to Lose" will forever be etched in my memory.

    • @khads18
      @khads18 Рік тому +14

      No one talks about Fresh enough!!!

    • @djuanbenjamin9149
      @djuanbenjamin9149 Рік тому

      Yes sir, I posted about that being the first time seeing him on screen.

    • @gloriempaka9474
      @gloriempaka9474 Рік тому +1

      @khads_ I absolutely agree that movie is a masterpiece and it's a shame that it's not mentioned enough

    • @ermelinda2223
      @ermelinda2223 Рік тому

      What about the mazerunner???

  • @darkknight3326
    @darkknight3326 Рік тому +70

    I love how he’s a genuinely nice guy but can absolutely nail these villainous characters

  • @robdilauro4344
    @robdilauro4344 Рік тому +261

    He plays three of the greatest modern villiains/antagonists in the span of ten years, some simultaneously, the man is a powerhouse and one of the greatest actors alive.

    • @joseenriqueof
      @joseenriqueof Рік тому +6

      I really want to see him in Matt Reeve's Batman universe, either as Mr. Freeze or Hugo Strange.

    • @robdilauro4344
      @robdilauro4344 Рік тому +6

      @@joseenriqueof He's the voice of Lex Luthor in the Harley Quinn animated series.

  • @Ichijoumi
    @Ichijoumi Рік тому +22

    The way that he can just drop voice nad change to this cold calculated way of talk gives me chills. I love his characters a whole lot

  • @jaredbarber5823
    @jaredbarber5823 Рік тому +75

    Such a cerebral actor, whom I hadn't known to be such a calculating individual, exploring his own range, and also, how best to allow his fellow actors, to have such terrific opportunities to react to thoughtful performances, not considered. Love his enthusiasm. Bravo.

    • @kslo6179
      @kslo6179 Рік тому +1

      Really glad we have actors like this that continuously try to improve and bring the most entertaining performance. We have to many actors that just show up for a check and basically play the same character. Like will Ferrell and Adam Sandler type stuff. Giancarlo kind of reminds me of like a better Robert Downey Jr

    • @jaredbarber5823
      @jaredbarber5823 Рік тому +1

      @@kslo6179 With the proliferation of so many productions on the go in the past 15 yrs or so, it's indeed an amazing feat of acting, to stand out. We're drowning in growing levels of content, and Giancario, is a welcome life preserver. This really helps in deciding what to watch, as we just gravitate to the shows that attract these professionals, who themselves, gravitate toward great stories and characters.

  • @Gibbypastrami
    @Gibbypastrami Рік тому +60

    4:49 I love this scene, perfectly displays the “stage direction” concept he was talking about, Walter makes a request which Gus is happy to fulfill, so he takes the cup, but before the “transaction” is completed, Walter adds in a caveat, one which Mr. Fring did not have to accept, so he hesitates, then, as if granting Walter his five minute request, completes the transaction without denying the caveat

  • @gabrielengel8180
    @gabrielengel8180 Рік тому +84

    This guy really played key roles in some of the best tv shows ever. So underrated.

  • @XxKiSsDiSaShxX
    @XxKiSsDiSaShxX 11 місяців тому +5

    Giancarlo is perhaps one of thee most underrated actors of our time!! Pure genius in all his roles and so well spoken! He deserves all his flowers!

  • @carlasmith5165
    @carlasmith5165 Рік тому +57

    Now he is a true actor. He can be anyone. Since School Daze he was it for me!

  • @joshuasosa8212
    @joshuasosa8212 Рік тому +15

    He’s a true genius, the way he articulates his acting is insane. Amazing actor.

  • @gibbysmoviecorner8286
    @gibbysmoviecorner8286 Рік тому +630

    One of the most versatile actors working today.

    • @jamesgantzer3786
      @jamesgantzer3786 Рік тому +65

      Love him as an actor but I want more out of him than just mysterious villain role

    • @enclavesoldier1778
      @enclavesoldier1778 Рік тому +55

      Nah. He plays the same character every time

    • @PauloR2T
      @PauloR2T Рік тому +31

      Do you even know what versatile means?

    • @headtopprotector7521
      @headtopprotector7521 Рік тому +14

      @@enclavesoldier1778 you haven’t seen him in a lot then.

    • @chriscomics9415
      @chriscomics9415 Рік тому +2

      @@enclavesoldier1778 exactly just like Denzel Washington

  • @daneweyo
    @daneweyo Рік тому +15

    That scene in the elevator where he taps his fingers is so subtly genius. His character is of unshakeable fortitude, yet that smallest of tics gives the viewer a glimpse into a very rare moment of Gus' uncertainty. Brilliant

  • @JCVDfan4life
    @JCVDfan4life Рік тому +262

    Pretty sad that most people only know him for Breaking Bad and Mandalorian great shows but he's done so much he's been around since the 80s.

    • @elliotjames5172
      @elliotjames5172 Рік тому +12

      yeah! He was in Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man!!!!!!

    • @SmartVandelay
      @SmartVandelay Рік тому +17

      Pity nobody knows "Night on Earth".

    • @JCVDfan4life
      @JCVDfan4life Рік тому +12

      @@elliotjames5172 first thing I ever saw him in was King of New York played Christopher Walkens lawyer who was also one of his thugs

    • @gehrigstanley8249
      @gehrigstanley8249 Рік тому +4

      Revolution is an underrated one for him

    • @TactileTherapy
      @TactileTherapy Рік тому +10

      I got yall all beat. Watch Trading Places. See if you can find him

  • @vann4190
    @vann4190 Рік тому +14

    It’s so refreshing seein how passionate he is!! You can also tell how much thought he puts into his characters and how he’s going to deliver the best possible performance ever

  • @marcusnewell1701
    @marcusnewell1701 Рік тому +53

    This man does not get talked about ENOUGH, he is Denzel level and it’s not for debate. He could play any type of character to perfection

    • @Life-gd7vy
      @Life-gd7vy 4 місяці тому +2

      I don’t think he’s at Denzel’s level, but certainly he’s top notch.

  • @maximumfilms7458
    @maximumfilms7458 Рік тому +12

    He plays his characters so grounded in reality. With any other actor these villans would be more over the top, but Giancarlo makes them seem so realistic.

  • @blazenfate
    @blazenfate Рік тому +30

    This guy and Christoph waltz are just so perfect at playing "bad guys" that memorize you with their performances.

  • @howHumam
    @howHumam Рік тому +34

    Part of his style is very straightforward: he is equally willing to be kind and stab you in the eye, and him making us wait to know which will happen is the hot fudge he drizzles on each antagonistic character he plays.

  • @danteshammer
    @danteshammer Рік тому +38

    one of the most intimidating and scary villains to ever grace the screen, yet one of the nicest and down to earth people youd every want to meet.

  • @beccas9783
    @beccas9783 Рік тому +6

    Love how he really understood and enjoyed his roles! That’s how a great actor act.

  • @joes.2331
    @joes.2331 Рік тому +39

    I was literally watching his performances and was wondering if he ever talked about his role in Do the Right Thing and I tried to search for it just to find this gem pop up in the midst of my curiousity. Thanks GQ.

  • @AsiaDanceScene
    @AsiaDanceScene Рік тому +8

    The amount of passion that he has for the craft is infectious, you could also brand this video as a motivational video and most people would be happy

  • @darkowl9
    @darkowl9 Рік тому +110

    I remember seeing an "alignment grid", as you find in many TTRPGs, where they mapped one of Giancarlo's characters he's played in each of the nine boxes. Such a fantastic range of acting skills. Even a really strong, memorable role like Gus Fring hasn't pigeonholed him. Such a talented, but also very humble and down-to-earth person.

  • @lazaron1
    @lazaron1 Рік тому +51

    Amazing actor. Had hoped they would have talked about "Fresh," very underrated movie and Giancarlo as Esteban is one of the most intense characters ever.

    • @gregholmes6083
      @gregholmes6083 Рік тому +6

      This! I wondered how far I would have to scroll before someone said it. That was my introduction to the man and I've been a fan ever since.

    • @jaimealvarez8896
      @jaimealvarez8896 Рік тому

      Giancarlo Esposito not Esteban!!!

    • @302youknow
      @302youknow Рік тому

      Agreed

    • @nicholasmangialardi1618
      @nicholasmangialardi1618 Рік тому

      First time I saw him was in a Wesley Snipes movie called Sugar Hill back when it came out

    • @Vintage-28
      @Vintage-28 10 місяців тому

      He’ll always be Julian to me.

  • @andrewdockrill
    @andrewdockrill Рік тому +34

    I adore this man's acting, I wish he'd appear in more. I will always follow him career.

  • @cupdashind
    @cupdashind Рік тому +5

    I could listen to his voice for hours

  • @naui5257
    @naui5257 Рік тому +189

    Dude also killed it as Lex Luthor in Harley Quinn. Perfect level of sass and yet corporate tight fisting.

  • @StoryLin3
    @StoryLin3 2 місяці тому +1

    My recent fascination of character development is inspired by Giancarlo. It's a gem to see him break all of this down!

  • @Supersmashmike101
    @Supersmashmike101 Рік тому +26

    Man Giancarlo a legend one of my favorite actors ever 😊

  • @stannum9249
    @stannum9249 Рік тому +17

    His characters looks mundane on the surface but upon close inspection they are dangerous. He is so good of an actor and sometimes I root for his character even if he is the villain. I love to see him act more, in a series preferably.

  • @fletcherhamilton3177
    @fletcherhamilton3177 Рік тому +12

    Esposito really understands his characters’ mindsets and now that would inform every nuance of their speech and even their random facial ‘tics’ . . .

  • @alexd2927
    @alexd2927 Рік тому +3

    wow I'm amazed at how much goes into his thoughtprocess when acting these characters, it's amazing and I mean the results speak for themselves...

  • @TFFgeek
    @TFFgeek Рік тому +43

    Nice. Very intelligent in his process and how he approaches a part. Also love how excited he gets when he talks about a project.
    Repect. 🙌

  • @Samwell-L
    @Samwell-L Рік тому +4

    I love how enthusiastic Giancarlo is about the characters he plays. It’s so endearing

  • @elijahjones8510
    @elijahjones8510 Рік тому +9

    Give this man his flowers 💐 he is mad underrated 🤷🏾‍♂️💯💯

  • @lungcell
    @lungcell Рік тому +3

    I think I've seen that Mandalorian episode only twice, but his delivery of the line "You have something I want" has stuck in my mind, and I find myself muttering it to myself with the same cadence. It's so cool to hear him say it's one of his favourites as well, haha.

  • @VulpineDemon
    @VulpineDemon Рік тому +48

    Is it bad that my favorite Giancarlo performance is as The Dentist in the Payday 2 skit? That skit is perfection.

  • @JordyLicht
    @JordyLicht Рік тому +21

    One of the very best actors working today. Anything with Giancarlo in it is a masterclass in acting and just awesome to see.

  • @MacXHammer
    @MacXHammer Рік тому +6

    How can't you love how excited Giancarlo gets about his characters and his lines

  • @mitsjol9909
    @mitsjol9909 Рік тому +15

    Seeing him laughing, talking fast and with a smile on his face is so uncanny when you're used to his characters.

  • @guyjmlol
    @guyjmlol Рік тому +8

    Honestly one of the greatest actors of this generation he really shows his prowess without even trying

  • @TitoBandito6
    @TitoBandito6 Рік тому +86

    Even his role as Neville in Revolution was great stuff. he’s a gift and a talent, and i can’t wait to see what he contributes next

    • @Blackjacksbest
      @Blackjacksbest Рік тому +6

      Such a throwback. That was an amazing show and my first exposure to him

    • @maartenvandijk3629
      @maartenvandijk3629 Рік тому +2

      I loved Revolution season 1. It had so much potential but I didn't like the direction of season 2. Besides that his role as Neville was good

    • @aarbee_
      @aarbee_ Рік тому +1

      TRUE i loved him in that show!

    • @DaiShuryoTechnus
      @DaiShuryoTechnus Рік тому +1

      ​@@Blackjacksbest Same!

    • @DaiShuryoTechnus
      @DaiShuryoTechnus Рік тому +1

      I'm surprised Revolution wasn't mentioned

  • @g_l_o_o_m_y_y
    @g_l_o_o_m_y_y 4 місяці тому +1

    Im glad this fan is getting his flowers nowadays. He’s quality in everything he’s in.

  • @chrisellersagangsta
    @chrisellersagangsta Рік тому +14

    i love this guy he literally makes everything hes in 10x better

  • @solidskullz5736
    @solidskullz5736 Рік тому +5

    His characters are great because they all carry themselves in a dignified way while also being some of the most the most ruthless people ever. Something about it is just so satisfying

  • @SSJKoren
    @SSJKoren Рік тому +25

    I would love to see him as a high table occupant in the John Wick universe

  • @Schattenager007
    @Schattenager007 Рік тому +8

    It’s crazy how he looked so completely different and sounded completely different in The Usual Suspects. Rewatched it the other day and saw his name in the intro credits and I had to keep doing a double take when he was on screen and second guessed myself on whether or not it was him the first time he showed up.

    • @lizzybeth22
      @lizzybeth22 Рік тому

      Now I want to go re watch that movie, just to see him!

  • @BrendanPappas
    @BrendanPappas Рік тому +20

    I love the way how Walter’s persistence in having Gus confess the truth to him in the one scene leads to him finally shifting his tone and admitting what Walt wants to hear

  • @LPScarlex
    @LPScarlex Рік тому +2

    The image of giancarlo practicing saberfight with a cape and a broom is the most wholesome thing I've seen today

  • @The_Don_
    @The_Don_ Рік тому +14

    One of the greatest actors of all time no doubt

  • @TheThizzelle
    @TheThizzelle Місяць тому +1

    Easily one of the best character actors moving the last 10 years if not more. Would love to see him as a main.

  • @ExileOfSand
    @ExileOfSand Рік тому +8

    This man is the most incredible Villain actor ever, they really needed to cover more. Just absolutely phenomenal job in all his roles really

  • @anthonydivon5571
    @anthonydivon5571 Рік тому +1

    My man an absolute acting genius which is enhanced by his passion and respect for the craft he practices.

  • @TimeTheLord
    @TimeTheLord Рік тому +8

    That was awesome when he cracked up when he was talking about scaring people as Gus. Knows exactly what he's doing to everyone and is having a great time doing it. He's definitely one of my favorite actors.

  • @TheChromaDrone
    @TheChromaDrone Рік тому +3

    Giancarlo is an amazing actor! I did a scene with him in a movie back in 2004. He was on point, well executed, and captures your attention. He is also a very gracious, complimenting, and self-effacing. It was a pleasure doing the scene with him and getting to know him a bit that evening. Definitely a fan.

  • @nicolesherman8974
    @nicolesherman8974 Рік тому +8

    He deserves all the flowers in the world ❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹

  • @ACaacc
    @ACaacc Рік тому +4

    Giancarlo's characters have a cold, terrifying air about them all while being extremely eloquent. Truly, One of the Best Actors he is!

  • @Iquitthisyoutube
    @Iquitthisyoutube 21 день тому +1

    One of the best to ever do it ..

  • @joolzshah3056
    @joolzshah3056 Рік тому +37

    One of his most underrated performances was as Jack Baer in The Usual Suspects.
    Although remembering him as Buggin in Do The Right Thing, it was his role in Bryan Singer’s neo-noir thriller that really caught my attention - and he wasn’t even one of the main characters. That’s how good he was, and still is, as an actor.

    • @woozertoo
      @woozertoo Рік тому

      Just the fax... just the fax.

  • @lawrencium4101
    @lawrencium4101 10 місяців тому +1

    Such an epic actor. The way he uses subtlety and micro expressions and silence just takes his roles to a different level. I never leave comments on youtube but i felt i had to

  • @graceo7845
    @graceo7845 8 місяців тому +74

    How much does it cost to make a deal with Giancarlo if he knows they wouldn’t be able to make a deal?

    • @ItsActuallyGiancarlo
      @ItsActuallyGiancarlo 8 місяців тому +142

      There is no amount of money. You can’t buy me.

    • @tomsmit2399
      @tomsmit2399 8 місяців тому +3

      lol

    • @tomsmit2399
      @tomsmit2399 8 місяців тому +13

      @@ItsActuallyGiancarloYou are a phenomenal actor.

    • @TankGamingADHD
      @TankGamingADHD 8 місяців тому +13

      @@tomsmit2399 Came here to check if these accounts are real and to my surprise they actually are

    • @xyrim
      @xyrim 8 місяців тому +5

      @@TankGamingADHD Same

  • @doomvictor3934
    @doomvictor3934 Рік тому +6

    Mr. Esposito is a genius. I love hearing him break down his art.

  • @xeikai
    @xeikai Рік тому +3

    Listening to him describe how he made Gus come to life is absolutely amazing. So much care and thought into his craft.

  • @SamAtScareworks
    @SamAtScareworks Рік тому +23

    Such smart ways to break down scripts and characters. Love how he approaches his characters.

  • @Jkjoannaki
    @Jkjoannaki 4 місяці тому

    I loved him in both the boys and breaking bad. He plays his characters so well. Being slow and clear when he talks is so chilling, and he is privileged to have such an amazing and intense yet soothing voice.

  • @gipsyundead
    @gipsyundead Рік тому +14

    He may play alot of villains but he's so charming

  • @CalifornianCuttlefish
    @CalifornianCuttlefish Рік тому +2

    it always surprises me that Giancarlo Esposito was in do the right thing, it's an amazing movie and he really brought a great vibe to it

  • @eternalbeing3339
    @eternalbeing3339 Рік тому +23

    Breaking bad is a 10/10 legendary show. His performance was excellent in it. As good as it gets.

  • @AlexanderLuo-th9dz
    @AlexanderLuo-th9dz 4 місяці тому +1

    You know, I love how you can clearly see that he loves acting.

  • @bruhkisg6662
    @bruhkisg6662 Рік тому +5

    I love this man…..he is purposed and his idea of putting the human in the villain is what he has always done on screen

  • @BoodskiBro
    @BoodskiBro Рік тому +2

    I think this is the first time I've heard Esposito talk with his natural voice/accent. Whenever he speaks a line in character in this video, spins me out how different the character persona is to his own.

  • @GenericBrand-TM
    @GenericBrand-TM Рік тому +2

    It super disarming to see such a genial human being knowing he can portray such intense people. You are an astounding actor, Giancarlo!

  • @easytoremember8613
    @easytoremember8613 8 місяців тому +2

    I never tired watching Giancarlo Esposito

  • @kwaapie
    @kwaapie Рік тому +11

    Giancarlo is so wholesome and symbolizes a holistic vision. Amazing human