This is still one of my favourite (and in my opinion, one of the best) solo shows of all time. He was doing vulnerability before it was cool, and when it was definitely off brand for him. What an amazing thing this show was.
This is an old comment, but seriously, Simon has always been an introvert. He's also an actor in the mould of other insult comic personalities like Barry Humphreys, Julian Clary, Caroline Aherne etc. All intensely private people off set, but able to muster a wicked alter ego to enliven a recording.
+sleuthed He's alright. Though I hear, within his delivery. the dominant influence in his life was his Grandmother . Maybe he might read Narcisus and Goldmund and give heterosexuality a chance. He seems to be missing the ability to look favorably upon women.
leirgauk Obviously you aren't very analytical at all, you were not able to answer my question, in the first instance. . I'd guess the comedian is more competent than you are, at many things. . Deux !
In his Netflix special he still has his vulnerability, but he seems much happier, more carefree. more integrated and confident. It's nice to see his personal evolution over that span of several years.
This man is the only one I keep rewatching out of all the stand up shows and I've seen a lot. I adore his sense of humor and his mind in general. God I wish there were at least 20 of these....I don't even laugh at most stand up shows but this one...this is the one that kept me laughing and I am a woman, I can only relate to some parts but still...it's just so, so good.
This ends so beautifully...it closes very well ...like a beautiful pattern!.......ALSO, this is comedy and philosophy and self help - which is so fresh!
Ive been his fan for 10 years. And just last Sunday I saw his work in progress which he started with « I am quite happy » . he talked about having a boyfriend and having a pretty blissful life + jokes. But it was a delightful experience as if the circle was drawn and this part of his healing journey has come to a happy end ☺️
His stand up is magnificent! I love the way he uses his fears and sense of inadequacy in life but then threads them through his development and lightbulb moments. This was a seriously therapeutic piece of stand up for me.
Such an uncanny visage -- and a perfect description of self-narration, over-analysis of social situations, and magical thinking. His taste in men -- thin and vulnerable -- definitely resonates with me. Hope he finds what he's after. Despite his self-deprecation, I'd bet he's a catch and fun in the sack. He's brilliant and adorable and I wish he'd been around when I was younger.
It's fascinating to watch someone be so honest about themselves. The jokes almost ruin it. Shows you how fucked society is that this particular show is such a unique experience. Not to detract from Amstell's genius. No other comedian could pull off this stand up. Truly inspiring. Jolly good show. Maybe get some therapy though before you turn into a Bond villain...
I am SO happy I clicked on this. He's AMAZING!! My mood went up and down and up and down. 2010 it was made, I looked, but I'd still be to old for him :( I hope he gets or has his Mr. Right.
@@seallofapproval Why wait for that elusive day? Just start... now. Pick one and start learning it. I was going to say good luck but it isn't about luck it's about doing.
Eleanor Taylor yeah I'd love to learn french.... such a beautiful language its like talking cutesy-coo but without the sex..... not that theres anything wrong with that..... well not if your doing it right anyway😶
"Also, I worked really hard since about the age of fourteen to get to wherever the hell I am today, so if she is taking any enjoyment out of my work I think I have earned her child" Had me in tears :-))))
I love this guy. The only thing that bothers me is that he says he's so lonely and then recounts the MANY stories of when he was out with his friends/lovers. He has to be the most well connected "lonely" person ever. I'm sure it helps to be amazingly good looking like he is-dear god, I'd pick him over Jared Leto any day.
Perp Derp Nah, I saw a interview with this guy and they asked him point blank, are you really lonely or is it just an act? Paraphrasing he said, back when he was younger and had not grown into his looks life was difficult and that's where he gets those jokes from, but now being a an internationally known comedian and excepting his own personality/physical identify he no longer feels that way most of the time.
I love a gay comedian whose entire shtick isn't about being gay. He talks about life, and his sexuality is a part of that, but it isn't something he relies upon.
+Dan V. I don't think he goes on about his sexuality per se... His anecdotes deal with failed relationships and dodgy intimate encounters, which are pretty relatable to a lot of people regardless of sexual preference. His whole shtick, to me, is just a (very humorous) flux of social anxiety and insecurity.
+Rebecca Pate That's because straight people are spoiled. Some of them realize it, others go their entire life thinking the world should cater to them.
+chipmunktubetop I agree with the sentiment, and I love this comedian. But most of this brilliant show is about relationships...which are gay relationships. So it's quite an odd thing to say it doesn't rely on it.
@Qiqi Wang It probably doesn't mean anything. Dancing is not meant to be heard that's why it's funny. He wasn't good at the things he did, but when he danced, people heard. It's just an unexpected and partially nonsensical remark with good delivery. Not to say that you can't dance loudly by stamping, being vocal, or the like.
@Qiqi Wang Some people never get any attention from the public untill they do one big act. And they often use the line "when I did this, everyone heard" as if to signify that people are paying attention to them now. He's parodying the line by saying his dancing was so uncoordinated and loud, they all heard it
I’m not very into those stand up comedians who are just being cynical and sarcastic and use such characters to make money. I personally really like Simon’s standup which genuinely makes me feel that he’s as sad and detached as I am, and he’s not using them as advantages.
Im about to!! Ive never heard(of) this dude before but the "thumbs up" to "thumbs down" ratio of the video looks good. Even more encouraging(and _extremely_ surprising) is the fact the comment section is overwhelmingly positive. _Who are you and what have you done with the _*_real_*_ YT comment section?!?!?_ hehehehe
+AlmiNia Hahaha... halarious, never noticed that he looks like Jesse... and the actor that he has a crush on (Ben Whishaw), I've always felt to be the British Jesse Eisenberg.
THANK YOU! I've been confused for a long time about Michael Cera and Jesse Isenberg, and then Simon Amstell pops up and now in my mind this is so fucked up.
Clever. Articulate. Interesting. Gay comedians who"s whole act is about being gay, black comedians about being black, predictable, boring boring boring. This guy, self deprecating, thoughtful, intelligent, confidently insecure in a very real likeable way.
only1utdanditsleeds I understand you can relate a lot to him etc etc but you can't deny he's like the others that he's wrapped in his culture. he have a harder time making people laugh if they were all black.
Simon is charming by showing his weakness. I found surprising that people now talking about self awareness, buddhism and such stuff in the stand up. Seems like it becoming more common. Am I understood right that he is 30? Than wow. Thank you so much. I had a pleasant time watching.
I have a huge Simon Amstell shaped hole in my life, I wish he was still on TV, I would watch it again if he was... Actually no wait... I wouldn't watch it on TV I would just wait til someone posted here. LOL Like I would actually watch TV...Yeah I'm going watch TV right between reading a newspaper and listening to the gramophone . A.I.R??
I have actually never heard someone speak about things in a way that resonates like this with me fuck man me and Simon amstell are like .... the same... the thoughts about not living in the moment and describing that "memory" to someone else in the future and liking deathly skinny people and so much in between. Im shook rn
he only has become a msacot for my lonliness. "what´s he called?" ..."solitude." ... "no, you don´t have cat aids...you´re not a cat"....so effing brilliant.
This is still one of my favourite (and in my opinion, one of the best) solo shows of all time. He was doing vulnerability before it was cool, and when it was definitely off brand for him. What an amazing thing this show was.
Same!
I learned English by watching his videos, absolutely love it.
This is an old comment, but seriously, Simon has always been an introvert. He's also an actor in the mould of other insult comic personalities like Barry Humphreys, Julian Clary, Caroline Aherne etc. All intensely private people off set, but able to muster a wicked alter ego to enliven a recording.
"You can't change other people. All you can do is let go of your limited perspective of them." - Powerful Simon Amstell
This stand-up was somewhere between a stand-up and a TEDx talk XD
I know! I think it might be one of the best stand-ups I've ever seen! It's persona but not in an irritating sort of way
Talking to ourselves, are we?
Shhhh! Don't butt in!
Mayart
, obviously, there is something wrong with you (considering you were typing to yourself).
@@quickstrike7777 is there though?
simon is so adorable. i can relate a lot to lots of this, lmao. social anxiety fucks you up
+sleuthed He's alright. Though I hear, within his delivery. the dominant influence in his life was his Grandmother . Maybe he might read Narcisus and Goldmund and give heterosexuality a chance. He seems to be missing the ability to look favorably upon women.
+Dan V. "might give heterosexuality a chance" I hope you're joking
Why would anyone hope for insincerity? It's you that needs understanding.
+Dan V. A joke isn't the same as insincerity. No point starting an argument. Some people can't be convinced
+Dan V. Who are you? Freud?
"there's no one more thin or vulnerable than Jesus Christ" I LOST IT
This monologue should be framed and kept in the british museum 🤣🥰
It's such a joy to see someone who over-analyzes shit as much as I do!
Whose that, then leir?
OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow
What?
leirgauk Whose that then? Who over-analyzes shit as much as you do ?
OoYesIKnowOoYesIKnow Who do you think!? OBVIOUSLY the guy in this video who ISN'T Simon Amstell, DUHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!
leirgauk Obviously you aren't very analytical at all, you were not able to answer my question, in the first instance.
.
I'd guess the comedian is more competent than you are, at many things.
.
Deux !
In his Netflix special he still has his vulnerability, but he seems much happier, more carefree. more integrated and confident. It's nice to see his personal evolution over that span of several years.
Most interesting stand up I've seen in years. Funny, touching and inspiring.
This man is the only one I keep rewatching out of all the stand up shows and I've seen a lot. I adore his sense of humor and his mind in general. God I wish there were at least 20 of these....I don't even laugh at most stand up shows but this one...this is the one that kept me laughing and I am a woman, I can only relate to some parts but still...it's just so, so good.
He's homosexual 🤦🏻♂️
This ends so beautifully...it closes very well ...like a beautiful pattern!.......ALSO, this is comedy and philosophy and self help - which is so fresh!
Ive been his fan for 10 years. And just last Sunday I saw his work in progress which he started with « I am quite happy » . he talked about having a boyfriend and having a pretty blissful life + jokes.
But it was a delightful experience as if the circle was drawn and this part of his healing journey has come to a happy end ☺️
His stand up is magnificent! I love the way he uses his fears and sense of inadequacy in life but then threads them through his development and lightbulb moments. This was a seriously therapeutic piece of stand up for me.
this was the hardest i've ever laughed while watching a stand up comedy show. i think i've found my favorite stand up comedian.
Such an uncanny visage -- and a perfect description of self-narration, over-analysis of social situations, and magical thinking. His taste in men -- thin and vulnerable -- definitely resonates with me. Hope he finds what he's after. Despite his self-deprecation, I'd bet he's a catch and fun in the sack. He's brilliant and adorable and I wish he'd been around when I was younger.
I've only just realised upon re-watching this that the friend who says "we must join you" is surely Russell Brand
This was like therapy for me...
God I love him. Favorite comedian. It's just so comforting to listen to.
I am near mute with long hair and learning difficulties. It's actually really, really comforting to know that someone could find this attractive.
This guy is my spirit animal!! His shows are better very late at night I don't really know why
"Your beauty in Requiem for a Dream detracted from the narrative!" This is how I feel about Aidan Turner in everything he's done.
It's fascinating to watch someone be so honest about themselves. The jokes almost ruin it. Shows you how fucked society is that this particular show is such a unique experience. Not to detract from Amstell's genius. No other comedian could pull off this stand up. Truly inspiring. Jolly good show. Maybe get some therapy though before you turn into a Bond villain...
I genuinely found this so uplifting despite the apocalyptic undertones
he is hilarious. anybody else here after watching him on netflix?
#metoo
Nope. But I'm headed to Netflix. Thanks.
@@jakehix8132 did you go? Saw Set free yesterday.
Waves
No, i was obsessed with never mind the buzzcock when i was younger
I am SO happy I clicked on this. He's AMAZING!! My mood went up and down and up and down. 2010 it was made, I looked, but I'd still be to old for him :(
I hope he gets or has his Mr. Right.
"There's nothing we can do about the fact that he was 18. There's nothing you can do, there's nothing the police can do...." LOL
He is an amazingly beautiful soul.
I am female and hopelessly in love with you Simon. You are a genius. I'll settle for being the greatest of friends....
Ugh... you have GAS. Grace Adler Syndrome.
I rewatch his maybe once every eight months or so. Always gold
I started learning English to understand his comedy entirely. He is amazing.
namnam lee hope that's going well for you :) I'd love to learn another language one day
@@seallofapproval Why wait for that elusive day? Just start... now. Pick one and start learning it.
I was going to say good luck but it isn't about luck it's about doing.
Eleanor Taylor
yeah I'd love to learn french.... such a beautiful language its like talking cutesy-coo but without the sex..... not that theres anything wrong with that..... well not if your doing it right anyway😶
same here! I remember watching this show back in the day with subtitles in my native language and now I can watch this and understand everything :)
"Also, I worked really hard since about the age of fourteen to get to wherever the hell I am today, so if she is taking any enjoyment out of my work I think I have earned her child" Had me in tears :-))))
i am crying and laughing through and through. He is a fantastic comedian. And best host of Never mind the.....I would like to see him back...anywhere.
Simon Amstell is incredibly funny, I can't wait to see more from him
this is my favourite stand up video ever
I love this guy. The only thing that bothers me is that he says he's so lonely and then recounts the MANY stories of when he was out with his friends/lovers. He has to be the most well connected "lonely" person ever. I'm sure it helps to be amazingly good looking like he is-dear god, I'd pick him over Jared Leto any day.
***** You can go out with friends and have sex and still feel alone inside yo, trust that.
Perp Derp Nah, I saw a interview with this guy and they asked him point blank, are you really lonely or is it just an act? Paraphrasing he said, back when he was younger and had not grown into his looks life was difficult and that's where he gets those jokes from, but now being a an internationally known comedian and excepting his own personality/physical identify he no longer feels that way most of the time.
***** I saw him on the tube once...having watched this, I wish I'd said hello to him now.....8-)
I do not recall how this found me, but am very glad it did. This fellow is well worth watching. Now I am off to find more of him. LOL :)
I was watching this as about 5am, felt like I was having a stroke when he spent two minutes trying to say my name.
Do I Know You WHAT IS YOUR NAME!?
real talent. this is real talent! this is my reference of what talent looks like.
Nice blend of humor, philosophy, spirituality, and vulnerability. The influence of his mate Russell Brand is clear.
I love a gay comedian whose entire shtick isn't about being gay. He talks about life, and his sexuality is a part of that, but it isn't something he relies upon.
+chipmunktubetop Ate you sure you didn't fall asleep halfway through? Although .in keeping with the anal theme you did say "entire".
+Dan V. I don't think he goes on about his sexuality per se... His anecdotes deal with failed relationships and dodgy intimate encounters, which are pretty relatable to a lot of people regardless of sexual preference. His whole shtick, to me, is just a (very humorous) flux of social anxiety and insecurity.
+Rebecca Pate That's because straight people are spoiled. Some of them realize it, others go their entire life thinking the world should cater to them.
+chipmunktubetop Yup, exactly. the material would have worked equally well if he happened to be straight.
+chipmunktubetop I agree with the sentiment, and I love this comedian. But most of this brilliant show is about relationships...which are gay relationships. So it's quite an odd thing to say it doesn't rely on it.
he was totally in love with ben whishaw
Magnificent, Loved every second of it.
I've never heard of him before, but I absolutely love his humor.
And him a bit.
Wow what a great show. I have a whole new view of him now.
"But when I danced people heard" so hilarious
@Qiqi Wang It probably doesn't mean anything. Dancing is not meant to be heard that's why it's funny. He wasn't good at the things he did, but when he danced, people heard.
It's just an unexpected and partially nonsensical remark with good delivery. Not to say that you can't dance loudly by stamping, being vocal, or the like.
@Qiqi Wang Some people never get any attention from the public untill they do one big act. And they often use the line "when I did this, everyone heard" as if to signify that people are paying attention to them now. He's parodying the line by saying his dancing was so uncoordinated and loud, they all heard it
This stand-up changed me
that ending, that made all the self-deprecating and humiliating stuff so so worth it. what a wonderful human being.
Brilliant performance, thanks for posting.
That was much better than I thought it would be. Well worth watching
I’m not very into those stand up comedians who are just being cynical and sarcastic and use such characters to make money. I personally really like Simon’s standup which genuinely makes me feel that he’s as sad and detached as I am, and he’s not using them as advantages.
This was really good!
Being my first time hearing/seeing Simon, im pleased and hope to find more of his stazndup!
I just discovered Simon after watching Carnage. What have i been doing all this time, i wonder. 🙏🏻💜
drsalka carnage is brilliant!
Have you seen him in Never Mind the Buzzcocks?
Omg, I relate to him so much.
He's kind of amazing.
I've never seen this person before, but I like what I hear. "the battles already been won", "oh look at me I'm a helicopter"!!!
Anyone still watching this is 2019?
Yep.still laughing too
Yes. April 2019
I am indeed! ☺
Yep July 2019
Im about to!!
Ive never heard(of) this dude before but the "thumbs up" to "thumbs down" ratio of the video looks good.
Even more encouraging(and _extremely_ surprising) is the fact the comment section is overwhelmingly positive.
_Who are you and what have you done with the _*_real_*_ YT comment section?!?!?_ hehehehe
It was quite touching and moving at the end there
He sort of reminds me of Russel Brand, but without arrogance and ego, and much more relatable.
So... he's a British comedian is what you're saying? (Badum-bum tss)
and actually funny, charismatic and not a twat?
@@moopr XD yes.
Russel is a fucking idiot.
Russell Brand is fabulous now. He has really got his act together and contributing. He used to irritate me but now I really like him. Clever guy.
I'm not sure I've ever watched anything better than this. ❤️
Got so invested in the story that i forgot he was actually talking about someone who didn't even exist lol
He is fantastic
Jesse Eisenberg is really good at standup.
+AlmiNia Hahaha... halarious, never noticed that he looks like Jesse... and the actor that he has a crush on (Ben Whishaw), I've always felt to be the British Jesse Eisenberg.
Shit In batman Vs superman though simon, shame on you
THANK YOU!
I've been confused for a long time about Michael Cera and Jesse Isenberg, and then Simon Amstell pops up and now in my mind this is so fucked up.
AlmiNia I thought Jesse Eisenberg and Michael Cera as soon as he came out
AlmiNia hahahaha i was looking for this comment.
60 people had an existential crisis thanks to this.
Awww, just an awkward boy who wants to share his sink(s). So sweet.
i love him so much, i always find myself relating to his anecdotes
Clever. Articulate. Interesting. Gay comedians who"s whole act is about being gay, black comedians about being black, predictable, boring boring boring. This guy, self deprecating, thoughtful, intelligent, confidently insecure in a very real likeable way.
only1utdanditsleeds , its not about being gay, its about relationships, and he just happens to be gay
I entirely agree and if you read my comment again you might see that was the point I was trying to make....obviously not very effectively.
only1utdanditsleeds just re read your comment, and yeah i agree with what you saying, i missed the last bit
only1utdanditsleeds I understand you can relate a lot to him etc etc but you can't deny he's like the others that he's wrapped in his culture. he have a harder time making people laugh if they were all black.
only1utdanditsleeds watch him hosting never mind the buzzcocks. Totally different lol. Love Simon Amstell
a delicate soul with lovely hair
Waking Life has been my favorite film for years... I can't believe I just heard it referenced. Such shock!
Genius! It's rare to fine brilliant comedians these days.
That was brilliant. This man, idk when I hear someone like him I have this feeling while I'm looking at them like they know something.
Simon Amstell is the real life Patrick from Perks of Being A Wallflower
thank you! I knew he reminded me of someone but I couldn't figure it out
midnightsnowangelmnf
oh yes!!
Now he's an obscurio
No! That mantle is still on the shoulders of the actor!
He is my favorite person on the planet.
So much genius here. Where is he these days? Seems like he should be in the public consciousness a lot more than he is.
My god this is genius!
Beautifully written.
Simon is charming by showing his weakness. I found surprising that people now talking about self awareness, buddhism and such stuff in the stand up. Seems like it becoming more common. Am I understood right that he is 30? Than wow. Thank you so much. I had a pleasant time watching.
This was 12 yrs ago??? I'm just discovering Simon Amstell now and this was fantastic. Does he still perform?
He does. I went to see his show spirit hole last year, it was great.
His crush on Ben Whishaw is just perfect.
Thank you for your service.
Beautifully crafted!
"Death is coming, death is coming, death is coming" sums up 2016 pretty well.
if this is stand up /comedy/, why was i crying the entire time?
I watched it for a second time and I liked it even more.
He is so funny -- and so sweet. Almost did a spit take with my coffee when he
said "Martin Clunes."
So THAT'S what a spit take is! I'd been wondering what the heck it meant :)
+Simon Bishop I still don't get it.
+Weg der Mitte Spontaneous laughter to the point of involuntarily spitting out whatever you're drinking.
Jonathan Charles Ah thanks. Learned something new.
Yeah can you explain that to me . I didn't get the whole Martin Clunes part ?
I have a huge Simon Amstell shaped hole in my life, I wish he was still on TV, I would watch it again if he was...
Actually no wait... I wouldn't watch it on TV I would just wait til someone posted here.
LOL Like I would actually watch TV...Yeah I'm going watch TV right between reading a newspaper and listening to the gramophone .
A.I.R??
Jesus Christiano I used to be addicted to Nevermind the Buzzcocks, with him being the host
This show is amazing
I have actually never heard someone speak about things in a way that resonates like this with me fuck man me and Simon amstell are like .... the same... the thoughts about not living in the moment and describing that "memory" to someone else in the future and liking deathly skinny people and so much in between. Im shook rn
I'd like to hug him
DIBS!
he only has become a msacot for my lonliness. "what´s he called?" ..."solitude." ... "no, you don´t have cat aids...you´re not a cat"....so effing brilliant.
"the only difference between a potato and a human being is the fear of rejection" ha ha ha.. (:
This was surprisingly awesome.
My money's on his friend who's good at getting numbers was Russell Brand, has to be.
Absolutely!!
+dougal221 You are correct
or.. someone not famous?
Derren Brown?
I'd go gay for Simon. However, it seems like I'd also have to lose about 25 kilos. I think that may be the greater challenge.
lol
David we love you just the way you are.
Same.
He's lovely and sensitive and charming, and I would bang him like a screen-door in Scrabster.
It's been 3 years. How are you faring with the weightloss? ;)
This is just my inner monologue.
Being from Romford I feel his pain
Did Jesse Eisenberg have a lovechild with Benedict Cumberbatch?
Jessedict Cumberberg
The marvels of Science... I'll take two.
Yes, please!!
I love this guy, very thin and thoughtful lol X
"very thin" he'll be happy to hear that, lol
Exactly lol x
He is really cute.
God I love him because he’s so vulnerable and thin ....... damn it
Simon Amstell, is a babe.
Never be timid: death is coming.