100%! I learned more about the technical aspects of creating a character in this video than I have ever in 38 years. The little things like the half second delay or the cheek muscles are what's important a lot of times.
@Dominic Gallegos... I was thinking of the same exact 2 parts.. Its funny how much of a difference that 1 second delay makes. Made him seem alot dumber n slower lol. The cheek drop thing was good too
If Hollywood has the balls to do a modern version of To Kill A Mockingbird, Jeff will be the first choice for Atticus Finch and win that much deserved Oscar.
The oscar is the biggest joke in Hollywood and by 2022 has lost all of his weight and meaning. Jeff Daniels simply does not need a silly, golden trophy. His cinematic footprints will remain visible forever.
He complimented Carrey's performance so well in Dumb & Dumber and that's not something anyone can do. He's just perfect, you can't possibly see anyone else in that role.
It is so refreshing for such a distinguished actor to talk about being a jobbing professional. Admitting to WORKING for his roles and being proud of it. MUCH RESPECT.
When it’s revealed that Kilrain doesn’t make it in “Gettysburg” the reaction that Jeff Daniels gives as Chamberlain just wrenches my heart. Top class acting.
An amazing actor and story teller. He has captured not only his career journey in this piece, but his human emotions, and wisdom that one acquires through life. Bravo Jeff Daniels. May you continue to bring joy to your fans.
Jeff's character in dumb n dumber is so good, i think the producers were looking for a Chris Farley character, but Jeff nailed it.. Jeffs honesty is makes him enjoyable to listen to also
I wish he would have at least mentioned "Escanaba in da Moonlight" I mean he wrote, directed, and starred in it. Once you finally make sense of the ending plot that movie is gold. Absolutely brilliant opening monologue and a great deal of quick wit. Would loved to have heard 5 minutes on it in this piece.
Such an underrated actor. I love to hear people who are passionate about what they do talking about it, you don't even have to ask the right questions, they are going straight to the stuff you'd like to know. Although it's not in the video, I consider his acting on Pleasantville so thoughtful and sweet it's one of my favorites. The Martian was also a chance for him to break this persona and act more like a pragmatic jackass. Hail Jeff Daniels!
Should have been nominated for an Oscar for "Gettysburg." In a movie full of breath and scope Jeff Daniels brings war down the singularity of one man in battle and why the he was fighting for the Union. Amazing performance.
@Christian Believer... I dont know about all that. Plus its 2 completely different comedies and acts.. Farley did more of a loud n physical comedy, while Spade didnt play the "dumb" role at all. He always played the role of trying to keep the dumb one in check
This was great, but I really wish they showed him talking about "The Purple Rose of Cairo". I loved that movie and wish he could've shared stories of his experiences on that set...
I love Jeff Daniels. He has such a warm presence, even when he plays characters with questionable morals. He reminds me of a cool neighbor or a favorite uncle. He is effortlessly relatable; I will watch anything he is in.
He is such a brilliant and inspiring man! He is so much more than what people see. What a talented gentleman. His stories for each life milestone is absolutely spectacular. I love his films. I feel like he was just the perfect piece to each film and role. I couldn’t see any other person playing in Gods & Generals, 101 Dalmatian’s, Gettysburg, Dumber & Dumber etc.. he has such talent that needs to be acknowledged! Absolutely f****** best.
This guy is a sleeper. You don’t realize what he’s been and and how long he’s been doing it until you see something like this. And through it all, never made the rags or any “look at me” piece. Bravo Mr. Daniels.
having watched a bunch of these, this is the most honest and informative one! thank you, Jeff, i really enjoyed watching this! his speech in 'the newsroom' should be taught in history class cause it's so true. this is what the rest of the world thinks about you but yet you think you are the greatest country of the world. newsflash - you're not. nobody is, it's not a competition, we're all in this together!
I love hearing that Jeff Daniels went to bat so hardcore for the Farrelly’s and Dumb and Dumber! Here was a movie that could have easily been any of the thousands of other low-brow comedies that came and went in the 90s without so much as a splash (let alone make waves like “Dumb and Dumber” did) and his agents likely had some very valid concerns. But it’s refreshing to see an actor take themselves down a peg and whole-heartedly commit to bits as dumb as the toilet scene! Bravo, Jeff!
He's one the best, most versatile actors I've ever seen. His comedic skills are also highly underrated. I can remember him doing some improv skit with Jim Carrey on one of the late night shows and he outshined Carrey the whole time.
Just watched John Goodman and now Jeff Daniels, I see there are others in the recommend list, but I wish these were just all in a playlist or titled in a way they could all easily be searched for together! Such great, laid back little retrospectives. Remind me a lot of the Off Camera interview series.
Over the last ten years, Jeff Daniels has proven to be one of the best dramatic actors of his generation. Newsroom, Godless, Looming Tower, The Comey Rule, and American Rust are all amazing, primarily because of the weight Daniels brings. Thank you.
I freakin' love this genuine actor Jeff Daniels!!! Dumb & Dumber, Arachnophobia, Speed brilliant movies indeed! Please for jinkies' sake, let Jeff Daniel's win a flippin' Oscar one day!!
I absolutely adore this person. Not only he's a great actor, but he's so expressive and smart and down-to-earth. I'd love to share a beer with this guy.
Godless was amazing, I really wish Jeff spoke about that. It was some of the most brilliant acting I have seen. I may just go watch it again right now!
Can we give Jeff his flowers????💐 He’s cast opposite of THE over actor of the century and instead of playing the straight guy he plays an equally dumb ninny and he’s just as funny!!! He’s just as funny as the funniest guy in the world ❤️
jeff daniels as chamberlain in gods and generals and he gives the speech of Caesar crossing the Rubicon is one of the best speeches i have heard in film the fact his speeches in Gettysburg and gods and generals is not shown more is a crime dude has a way with words like tolkien except its the fact he knows how to pronounce every line
Jeff was great in the very underrated Timescape 'the grand tour' it was a low budget Sci Fi / Time Travel movie that deserved much more recognition than what it got.
Going through the comments and reading how many have seen Arachnophobia fills my heart with a warm feeling. I thought I'm one of the very few people who saw and LOVED it.
Holy crap. Maybe my favorite one of this series/theme. Time to watch some Jeff Daniels movies, what a guy. And that Clint Eastwood impression!!! hehehehe
If Jeff Daniels is in something, even a toilet paper commercial, I'm gonna' be watching it - maybe several times. He is my absolute favorite, and the fact that he still lives in his Michigan hometown makes it even better. 💗💗
How dare you profile Jeff Daniels and not show the clip when he orders “BAYONEEEEETTTTSSSSS!!!” In gettysburg. This is a crime. Jeff is a magnificent actor in everything. Love him
The first movie I remember him that I caught on HBO when I was a teen was "Something Wild". I love that film. Liotta was crazy AF in it. Those guys are still in my top favorite actors. BTW, I hate spiders and when I saw Arachnophobia, it freaked me out so much I hadn't realized I had slithered back over my seat 2 rows back. 🤣
A shame The Martian isn't on here. Jeff Daniels is so good and has been one of my favorites since Dumb and Dumber. It's sad to hear most of his career was barely making it, but happy he's getting his recognition
Jeff Daniels is so underrated and so brilliant as an actor.
Totally agree
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i agree fully
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My words exactly. He certainly deserved much more recognition. A very intelligent and articulate man. I applaud him.
This feels like a 20 minute master class in acting. He made his career what he wanted it to be. What an inspiration for anyone.
100%! I learned more about the technical aspects of creating a character in this video than I have ever in 38 years. The little things like the half second delay or the cheek muscles are what's important a lot of times.
He should have been nominated in Terms of Endearmment.
It’s 22 minutes
@Dominic Gallegos... I was thinking of the same exact 2 parts.. Its funny how much of a difference that 1 second delay makes. Made him seem alot dumber n slower lol. The cheek drop thing was good too
The Newsroom was my first real contact with journalism. A decade later, I’m happily working as a reporter for a newspaper. Thank you, Jeff Daniels!
I have a hot scoop for you, buckfast.
that’s a real sad origin story considering how broken newsroom is lmao
@@showtime1235 Can't be that sad considering he got a career out of it.
Just remember to stay off vertigo medicines...😁
you should of watched dumb & dumber 2 the same year instead
Its almost criminal that Jeff Daniels hasn't won an Oscar though. But thats ok. Because we all know hes freaking amazing!
Which he should have for Terms Of Endearment.
At least the Emmys has had it right and he has won two of those
If Hollywood has the balls to do a modern version of To Kill A Mockingbird, Jeff will be the first choice for Atticus Finch and win that much deserved Oscar.
The oscar is the biggest joke in Hollywood and by 2022 has lost all of his weight and meaning. Jeff Daniels simply does not need a silly, golden trophy. His cinematic footprints will remain visible forever.
@@KatarnCrusader it lack of big recognizeable.
He complimented Carrey's performance so well in Dumb & Dumber and that's not something anyone can do. He's just perfect, you can't possibly see anyone else in that role.
Hey Harry,ol' buddy ol' pal !
He outshines carrey
He's a terrible shot, though
He really did balance Jim out so well that I don't think of just Jim when I think of the movie...I think of the pair of them ALWAYS
This is one of the best "breaks down his/her career" episodes. So so good everything he said, almost like a master class.
Jeff Daniels' performance in Gettysburg is what inspired me to study American History. I thought he should've gotten an award for that performance.
It is so refreshing for such a distinguished actor to talk about being a jobbing professional. Admitting to WORKING for his roles and being proud of it. MUCH RESPECT.
An amazing storyteller, with a career built brick by brick, you can tell he’s passionate about being an actor and will always be chasing the dream
When it’s revealed that Kilrain doesn’t make it in “Gettysburg” the reaction that Jeff Daniels gives as Chamberlain just wrenches my heart. Top class acting.
Jeff, Dumber and Dumber wouldn't be the comedy classic that it is without you.
Same 101 Dalmatiens
I remember being like, "...wait, Jeff Daniels is doing this comedy with Jim Carrey?!...I didn't know he could do that...", and he nailed it.
He nailed that role. As much as I love Nic Cage, I'm glad that he didn't get the role
Not knocking previous guests, but this career breakdown was the best yet.
Arachnophobia has to be one of the most underrated movies ever. A tight script, fun characters and it's genuinely terrifying, all with a PG rating.
pg is probly why its underrated. pg blows
Lol same rating as Frozen
PG-13 is more like it.
I love his Eastwood quote. 100% mic drop moment for Jeff.
An amazing actor and story teller. He has captured not only his career journey in this piece,
but his human emotions, and wisdom that one acquires through life. Bravo Jeff Daniels. May you continue to bring joy to your fans.
Jeff's character in dumb n dumber is so good,
i think the producers were looking for a Chris Farley character, but Jeff nailed it..
Jeffs honesty is makes him enjoyable to listen to also
I wish he would have at least mentioned "Escanaba in da Moonlight" I mean he wrote, directed, and starred in it. Once you finally make sense of the ending plot that movie is gold. Absolutely brilliant opening monologue and a great deal of quick wit. Would loved to have heard 5 minutes on it in this piece.
Jeff Daniels' portrayal of Chamberlain in Gettysburg is powerful!
Such an underrated actor. I love to hear people who are passionate about what they do talking about it, you don't even have to ask the right questions, they are going straight to the stuff you'd like to know. Although it's not in the video, I consider his acting on Pleasantville so thoughtful and sweet it's one of my favorites. The Martian was also a chance for him to break this persona and act more like a pragmatic jackass. Hail Jeff Daniels!
He's not underrated, he just knows what he wants.
Should have been nominated for an Oscar for "Gettysburg." In a movie full of breath and scope Jeff Daniels brings war down the singularity of one man in battle and why the he was fighting for the Union. Amazing performance.
Such a master of his craft. I love what he says about hiring talented people and turning them loose.
Jeff Daniels: Unfiltered. All he did was drop his cheeks, but that expression is seared into memory. Bravo!
I learned more about acting in these 20 mins, than in all my life. What a legend.
Jack said, "this is the pro game..."
Well, Jeff, you're a fuckin pro now babe.
Thanks for all the entertainment
Loved this! He does not need to feel down for not getting awards, as a fan that does not alter my opinion of his skill.
One of my favorite actors. Love this piece, learning and hearing Mr. Daniel’s perspective of his career, was inspiring.
One of the people's actors... so relatable and down to earth. The no ego kind of guy you could hang with.
Two very different Harrys in 1994. Two brilliant movies that are now iconic and pretty genre defining for the 90s. Excellent actor 👏👏👏
That was his best year same with Jim Carrey.
No but him and Jim Carey were so iconic together-
Yes, way better than Chris Farley and David Spade
@Christian Believer... I dont know about all that. Plus its 2 completely different comedies and acts.. Farley did more of a loud n physical comedy, while Spade didnt play the "dumb" role at all. He always played the role of trying to keep the dumb one in check
This was great, but I really wish they showed him talking about "The Purple Rose of Cairo". I loved that movie and wish he could've shared stories of his experiences on that set...
I love Jeff Daniels. He has such a warm presence, even when he plays characters with questionable morals. He reminds me of a cool neighbor or a favorite uncle. He is effortlessly relatable; I will watch anything he is in.
He is such a brilliant and inspiring man! He is so much more than what people see. What a talented gentleman. His stories for each life milestone is absolutely spectacular. I love his films. I feel like he was just the perfect piece to each film and role. I couldn’t see any other person playing in Gods & Generals, 101 Dalmatian’s, Gettysburg, Dumber & Dumber etc.. he has such talent that needs to be acknowledged! Absolutely f****** best.
Would love to hear him talk about Steve Jobs. Such a brilliant film.
Such a modest, articulate and intelligent guy. Brilliant overview.
This guy is a sleeper. You don’t realize what he’s been and and how long he’s been doing it until you see something like this. And through it all, never made the rags or any “look at me” piece. Bravo Mr. Daniels.
having watched a bunch of these, this is the most honest and informative one! thank you, Jeff, i really enjoyed watching this! his speech in 'the newsroom' should be taught in history class cause it's so true. this is what the rest of the world thinks about you but yet you think you are the greatest country of the world. newsflash - you're not. nobody is, it's not a competition, we're all in this together!
Dumb and dumber is one the funniest movies ever made, still love it
It is the funniest movie ever made. Anything with Jim Carrey is the funniest movie ever made unlike anything with adam sandler
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yes agreed. I am 65 (here in New Zealand) and my wife has stolen my D+D DVD).
Agreed. But what does that say about our intelligence as men?
It’s a masterclass of not trying too hard and it comes across as though they couldn’t have executed it more perfectly
I love hearing that Jeff Daniels went to bat so hardcore for the Farrelly’s and Dumb and Dumber! Here was a movie that could have easily been any of the thousands of other low-brow comedies that came and went in the 90s without so much as a splash (let alone make waves like “Dumb and Dumber” did) and his agents likely had some very valid concerns. But it’s refreshing to see an actor take themselves down a peg and whole-heartedly commit to bits as dumb as the toilet scene! Bravo, Jeff!
He's one the best, most versatile actors I've ever seen. His comedic skills are also highly underrated. I can remember him doing some improv skit with Jim Carrey on one of the late night shows and he outshined Carrey the whole time.
I just love his matter of factness about the job of acting, no fluff, no glorifying or bs about it.
That is called midwestern nice!
Jeff has a great range when it comes to acting. Super talented guy.
Guest artist not mentioned, that's my favourite, thank you for each & every great film, tv, & play Jeff
Absolutely brilliant - probably one of the most versatile actors out there
Just watched John Goodman and now Jeff Daniels, I see there are others in the recommend list, but I wish these were just all in a playlist or titled in a way they could all easily be searched for together! Such great, laid back little retrospectives. Remind me a lot of the Off Camera interview series.
Nevermind, found it!
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Became a Daniel’s fan after watching him in the Looming Tower. Such a brilliant portrayal of a complex man in a very real horror
Over the last ten years, Jeff Daniels has proven to be one of the best dramatic actors of his generation. Newsroom, Godless, Looming Tower, The Comey Rule, and American Rust are all amazing, primarily because of the weight Daniels brings.
Thank you.
The way he snapped straight into Harry Dunne-mode cracked me up 👏🏻😂
You guys need to do a third one. That would be frickin awesome
I freakin' love this genuine actor Jeff Daniels!!! Dumb & Dumber, Arachnophobia, Speed brilliant movies indeed! Please for jinkies' sake, let Jeff Daniel's win a flippin' Oscar one day!!
That Newsroom speech is one of my favourite monologues.
Thats due to you being a simple silly person. It is very bad stuff.
Who doesn't love Jeff Daniels.
He is such a great actor and seems to be a genuinely lovely guy. This was great.
I absolutely adore this person. Not only he's a great actor, but he's so expressive and smart and down-to-earth. I'd love to share a beer with this guy.
“…and now I’m on a half-second delay.” That’s hilarious
I love his truthful take on how Hollywood works and how he navigated it through it.
Dude. This man influenced the direction of my love for film so heavily and I never realized it until now.
I think what I love most is that he keeps it real. LIke, we all struggle. I appreciate the insight and what it takes to get a step ahead.
His most iconic line in a movie - "no it's a cardigan but thanks for asking".
“Skis huh?
They yours?
Both of Them?”
"PULLOVER!"
Killer boots man
It’s actually no it’s a cardigan but thanks for noticing
Noticing not asking
I wanted to hear more on his views on the Newsroom. Unbelievable series!
That Newsroom scene is phenomenal. I love Jeff Daniel’s. A superb actor. ❤
Godless was amazing, I really wish Jeff spoke about that. It was some of the most brilliant acting I have seen. I may just go watch it again right now!
The rant in "The Newsroom" is to me one of the brightest pieces of writing and acting I've ever seen in american TV
I could listen to Jeff Daniels read Wikipedia entries for hours.
This is the type of guy you want teaching your kids. The way he explains things and the experience of learning those things himself is really awesome.
Can we give Jeff his flowers????💐
He’s cast opposite of THE over actor of the century and instead of playing the straight guy he plays an equally dumb ninny and he’s just as funny!!! He’s just as funny as the funniest guy in the world ❤️
jeff daniels as chamberlain in gods and generals and he gives the speech of Caesar crossing the Rubicon is one of the best speeches i have heard in film the fact his speeches in Gettysburg and gods and generals is not shown more is a crime dude has a way with words like tolkien except its the fact he knows how to pronounce every line
Jeff was great in the very underrated Timescape 'the grand tour' it was a low budget Sci Fi / Time Travel movie that deserved much more recognition than what it got.
One of my most favorite actors, and very underrated IMO.
Going through the comments and reading how many have seen Arachnophobia fills my heart with a warm feeling. I thought I'm one of the very few people who saw and LOVED it.
An outstanding Actor that has never been given his full credit for being talented or his total due! Great Actor Jeff!
Holy crap. Maybe my favorite one of this series/theme. Time to watch some Jeff Daniels movies, what a guy. And that Clint Eastwood impression!!! hehehehe
Arachnophobia was highly recommended and underrated to watch very often.
So glad he went over Arachnophobia. Love that movie!
Good afternoon everyone.
EDIT: He is extremely engaging to watch in this video. I could listen to him tell stories about his carrier for hours.
Morning for me
Underrated and brilliant..... Thank you sir for all these years of joy.
Awesome career 😎
That scene in "Th Newsroom" scene is iconic and still true. We still have not been the best country in... ever actually lol.
101 Dalmatians is my favorite movie of his u can’t argue with me😭
Same
The one with Dr. Gregory House who adopted a mouse as his 2nd son ?
That opening rant in "Newsroom" remains one of the best few minutes of TV ever, IMO.
If Jeff Daniels is in something, even a toilet paper commercial, I'm gonna' be watching it - maybe several times. He is my absolute favorite, and the fact that he still lives in his Michigan hometown makes it even better. 💗💗
He was so great in the Newsroom. We desperately need a Newsroom for this era of America
How dare you profile Jeff Daniels and not show the clip when he orders “BAYONEEEEETTTTSSSSS!!!” In gettysburg. This is a crime. Jeff is a magnificent actor in everything. Love him
The first movie I remember him that I caught on HBO when I was a teen was "Something Wild". I love that film. Liotta was crazy AF in it. Those guys are still in my top favorite actors.
BTW, I hate spiders and when I saw Arachnophobia, it freaked me out so much I hadn't realized I had slithered back over my seat 2 rows back. 🤣
Love that movie too. Such a random Michigan up north rental movie haha the Roscommon local store had 3 copies. It was huge to us haha
It's been said before... he IS a great Story teller. What a honest guy
A shame The Martian isn't on here. Jeff Daniels is so good and has been one of my favorites since Dumb and Dumber. It's sad to hear most of his career was barely making it, but happy he's getting his recognition
Pause at 13:05. People do not give Mike Starr enough credit for how good he was. That slow burn is amazing.
I have a short list of actors that I will watch anything they are in. Jeff Daniels is on my list.
Great respect and admiration for Jeff Daniels. Thanks for this great video
Love Jeff!! Very glad he touched on Speed. Hated when he died.
He is what you call an actor's actor. Complete pro!
I like that Jeff Daniels keeps talking down his career, yet he’s had a career that most actors would kill for.
What about escanaba in the moonlight. What a classic
"But he's not in those scenes, so yea im.gonna take it." S M A R T.
Those scenes made that movie.
Dumb and Dumber is so classic. A favorite in our family 😄
Fantastic autobiography. Informative, loads of nuggets in there.
So good. Jeff Daniels you are awesome!!!
Great in Terms of Endearment.
Boy I cried...
Jeff Daniels is one of my fav actors.
I remember seeing him in The Purple Rose of Cairo, and thinking, he absolutely gets this acting thing.
Escanaba in da Moonlight is by far my favorite Jeff Daniels movie. So funny and as a Michigander it's a yearly watch during dear season.
Dumb and dumber was my life growing up. Can’t explain how many times I’ve watched and quoted that movie.