After Life - Ricky Gervais "A society grows great when old men plant trees..." Scene

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  • @miln4r340
    @miln4r340 4 роки тому +1020

    “A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.” -Greek Proverb

    • @mufcok2148
      @mufcok2148 4 роки тому +1

      Amazing

    • @MCshlthead
      @MCshlthead 3 роки тому +16

      So basically the opposite of what we have now. Old men planting trees is hippy dippy middle class university student stuff and those people are utterly dispised. The general population in Britain at least wants to make loads of money while the natural world turns into a heIIscape

    • @Dopamiinetv
      @Dopamiinetv 3 роки тому +16

      @@MCshlthead That's true but I think the proverb is more of a metaphor for doing good things that will never benefit you, other than having the satisfaction of doing it.

    • @MCshlthead
      @MCshlthead 3 роки тому +2

      @@Dopamiinetv fair point, and I dunno why I didn't notice something so obvious

    • @bbomb1319
      @bbomb1319 3 роки тому +3

      “Legacy, what is a legacy?
      It's planting seeds in a garden you never get to see” -The Hamilton Musical by Lin Manuel Maranda

  • @khorinus7944
    @khorinus7944 3 роки тому +686

    "Happiness is amazing. It's so amazing it doesn't matter if it's yours or not". That hit me hard. Like even if I'm not happy myself, the least I can do with my life is to try to make others happy in whatever small ways possible. Because it's not all about me.

    • @reallics
      @reallics 3 роки тому +16

      that's the most wholesome life attitude you can achieve. if you truly live this, your life will be wonderful

    • @michellephillips3655
      @michellephillips3655 2 роки тому +5

      It's also great to feel the Energy off Genuine happiness, yours or Anybody Else's. That bit always makes My eyes stream and cheeks wet !!!. I'm getting wet ears now just a writing this.

    • @nancybatch7007
      @nancybatch7007 2 роки тому +4

      That is a beautiful sentiment, isn't it? Dovetails nicely with "It's better to give than to receive."

    • @michellephillips3655
      @michellephillips3655 2 роки тому +3

      You ste Beautiful indeed. I love all happiness even though I'm struggling at the moment.. so loving the BEAUTIFUL ENERGY of all happiness is Amazing for everyone that connects with it. Bless you so much. As I wrote this, the Sun emerged amongst the clouds. Keep going my lovely. To feel any happiness no matter who, where, why or what,...its ours to revel in..

    • @AmanRajCLEBKP
      @AmanRajCLEBKP 2 роки тому +1

      There is a quote in Hindi... Kaun si bari baat ho gyi ! We learn to adapt , it takes time , but conclusion is , we do , & time is the key

  • @luthienx8007
    @luthienx8007 4 роки тому +739

    After Life, helped me A LOT in matter of the copping with my feelings and depression, living with a suicidal mind, it helped me to feel less alone somehow.

  • @LarryHanson-ci9ig
    @LarryHanson-ci9ig Рік тому +47

    “If your plan is for one year, plant rice. If your plan is for ten years, plant a tree. If your plan is for one-hundred years, educate children.”

  • @davidkaaa
    @davidkaaa 3 роки тому +187

    0:19 - "Good to have a backup". With that glance and tone, she tells so much about her character. Probably contemplated suicide and the same argument so many times herself, that it's almost trivial for her to understand Ricky's character. Great acting by Penelope Wilton.

  • @tanzeelanoreen8872
    @tanzeelanoreen8872 2 роки тому +49

    This scene reminds me of an Asian proverb: a young Sultan was passing by when he saw an old man planting an (olive?) tree. He asked the old man why he was bothering planting it as he would never see the tree bear fruit. The old man said that when he was young someone had planted it and he had benefited, he was just returning the favour. The young Sultan was so impressed with his foresight he gave the man some money from his purse. The old man smiled and said, "See? It has already benefited me in this life".

    • @bargainhuntbricks420
      @bargainhuntbricks420 23 дні тому

      I heard Winston Churchill told his gardener to plant a tree when he was nearly 90. The gardener said it would take the tree a hundred years to grow. Well you best plant it now hadn't you!

  • @MRG09100
    @MRG09100 4 роки тому +223

    Anna's the strongest character of the series and the things she says are always the most important lines of the script.
    She deserves a cult following like that of Sister Michael from Derry Girls.

    • @bls5160
      @bls5160 2 роки тому +13

      She is the heart of the show.

    • @synthonaplinth5980
      @synthonaplinth5980 2 роки тому +4

      She wasn't a bad Prime Minister, either.

    • @jakeywakey329
      @jakeywakey329 2 роки тому +5

      @@synthonaplinth5980 yes i know who she is.

    • @ApolloStarfall
      @ApolloStarfall 11 місяців тому

      I thought she was MP for Flydale North

  • @gillianm9185
    @gillianm9185 5 років тому +348

    Such an amazing writer. Genius.

  • @michaelredding6298
    @michaelredding6298 5 років тому +173

    That line about the trees is brilliant!!!

    • @gingertoffee2256
      @gingertoffee2256 5 років тому +2

      Michael Redding its pure brilliance imo

    • @jackdaknife
      @jackdaknife 5 років тому +12

      Ricky told that to Pilkington once...
      He didn't get it.

    • @cdread2187
      @cdread2187 4 роки тому +2

      jackdaknife he did get it, he explained it well

    • @lewistaylor2858
      @lewistaylor2858 3 роки тому +3

      Ancient Greece... that is where it comes from.

  • @Tkokat
    @Tkokat 4 роки тому +210

    This scene really got me. It felt genuine, not hand-fisted like so many other series and/or movies. You feel for the main character because he's not a bad person, but he's not in a right place right now. He doesn't care anymore and yet he cannot dismiss the fact that he actually gives a fuck about the people that he loves. He's hurting, but he finally understands.
    As much as I love the second season, as it's full of heart-braking, touching moments, I would've been happy if it ended after episode 6 'cuz Tony's arc was beautiful to watch and experience.

    • @steggyweggy
      @steggyweggy 3 роки тому +5

      If you like this you’d probably like Bojack Horseman as well. I haven’t watched this series but I’ve seen several clips and they all give me Bojack vibes (which is a great thing)

    • @Tkokat
      @Tkokat 3 роки тому

      @@steggyweggy yeah, I started to not long ago

    • @steggyweggy
      @steggyweggy 3 роки тому +5

      @@Tkokat definitely worth watching it all imo. It doesn’t really show it’s true colors as a show until about halfway through the first season so at the very least do the first season

    • @joewright9879
      @joewright9879 3 роки тому +1

      Ham-fisted may have been what

    • @Tkokat
      @Tkokat 3 роки тому

      @@joewright9879 hardly

  • @waynelyles8967
    @waynelyles8967 3 роки тому +10

    This show, this episode...saved my life. U.S. Army Airborne...All The Way!!

    • @isakgren1910
      @isakgren1910 2 роки тому +2

      Good to have you back, you legend. Thank you for your service.
      Greetings from Sweden

    • @likeyeeah
      @likeyeeah 2 роки тому

      @@isakgren1910 Thank you killing those innocent Arabs, right?

  • @twelveoaks1
    @twelveoaks1 5 років тому +86

    Penelope Wilton is such an amazing actress! Loved her performances in Downtown Abbey as well.

    • @michellephillips3655
      @michellephillips3655 2 роки тому

      Penelope was also Simon Peggy's Mum in that Zombie Film Shawn of the Dead ... "Hello" !!! She says so eloquent throughout like she's on Happy Drugs.

    • @badwolf9956
      @badwolf9956 2 роки тому

      Harriet Jones, former Prime Minister

  • @singhishandeep
    @singhishandeep 5 років тому +80

    zero dislikes after two weeks...thats how brilliant this scene was...

  • @louisdawes2337
    @louisdawes2337 2 місяці тому +1

    If youve listened to Ricky's xfm radio shows and podcasts, youve basically seen his tv shows

  • @georgegeoffrick288
    @georgegeoffrick288 3 роки тому +55

    I love these small talks between Tony and her. It's so meaningful and deep and she's such a lovely woman

    • @hallonsylt6729
      @hallonsylt6729 Рік тому

      It's not small talks, it's life wisdom choped up in minor pieces.

  • @davecespedes5674
    @davecespedes5674 4 роки тому +50

    I feel exactly like Tony... this show is fucking amazing, it's incredible how it makes me cry and laugh at the same time. Can't wait for the second season (:

  • @adderz8619
    @adderz8619 4 роки тому +39

    I was crying but grinning so much. Best scene in the series.

  • @phillipmills264
    @phillipmills264 Рік тому +7

    Probably my favourite scene. Beautifully crafted.

  • @beefy0978
    @beefy0978 4 роки тому +18

    This scene quite literally saved my life.

  • @Noam51
    @Noam51 3 місяці тому +2

    Best TV series EVER!!!

  • @bukanpemudaormas1340
    @bukanpemudaormas1340 4 місяці тому +1

    Anne is the embodiment of relieve and grace. I wish i find someone like her in my miserable life, or at least i can be one like her to someone i love someday.

  • @pumpkineater69seven17
    @pumpkineater69seven17 5 років тому +90

    Prime minister Harriet Jones...."yes we know who you are "

  • @lolololawsaalh
    @lolololawsaalh 4 роки тому +18

    I love those two strangers building this friendship/chemistry. Wow. I love Ricky Gervais. And that lady!!!

  • @sconway9709
    @sconway9709 7 місяців тому +1

    "Happiness is amazing. It doesn't matter if it's yours or not."

  • @chinmayswami9358
    @chinmayswami9358 2 роки тому +3

    If anyone is curious the background song name is : Hammock - Together Alone
    I felt that the music augmented the delivery of emotions of this scene.

    • @silenz_178
      @silenz_178 Рік тому

      Thank you so much, I had a feeling it was hammock, just wasn’t sure which song. I appreciate you

  • @reggief50
    @reggief50 Місяць тому

    What a great actress she is!

  • @Janaparnikova
    @Janaparnikova 2 роки тому +5

    god, having suicide as a serious backplan... I've never seen a piece of media that portrayed depression so accurately. Every scene.

  • @Loosehead
    @Loosehead 24 дні тому

    She is lovely, and has been for many years.

  • @intensity.density2208
    @intensity.density2208 Рік тому +5

    This is the most beautiful, most powerful scene ever. Ever. Amazing scene. It's so real. This scene changed the lives of many who viewed it.

  • @jmiller05
    @jmiller05 3 роки тому +7

    Penelope Wilton is amazing in everything she does but her performance here touched me so much. Her character managed to convey something so profound and cathartic in such a human and empathetic way.

  • @sebastiangrumman8507
    @sebastiangrumman8507 2 роки тому +2

    "It is better to light even one candle than to curse the darkness". Add your light to the sum of light.

  • @briangrosso14
    @briangrosso14 Місяць тому

    The dialog is SO TRUE TO HOME.. Lovely. Cheers me up. Ty

  • @RainDropsNT
    @RainDropsNT 2 місяці тому

    I’ve just finished watching first season but I don’t know how many times I shed tears. I really love this scene - full of love and important wit.

  • @bigh7972
    @bigh7972 3 місяці тому

    Anne was spectacular in this role. She brought compassion and real warmth to the role. The writing and the acting was truly superb Ricky. Thanks….

  • @tucker5304
    @tucker5304 3 роки тому +4

    I hate it when shows have lines that really resonate with you. This scene made me look at my own life and decisions I’ve made and ultimately where I am now.

  • @elvingtonred
    @elvingtonred 5 років тому +11

    It's his best since extras. Bloody genius....

  • @davidwilkinson4102
    @davidwilkinson4102 2 роки тому +3

    Old men plant trees in the shade of which they know they will never sit in. The best line in the whole brilliant series.

  • @nagasaipurvaz4251
    @nagasaipurvaz4251 3 роки тому +3

    After seeing this movie I always remember a old man like 70 he used to jog when we used to play he saw his children died his wife death and his brothers and sisters die all of them they 5 of them even he still jogs everday he even jogged the day he died he a great man

  • @jazznutz
    @jazznutz Рік тому +4

    Such a great show and this is my absolute favorite scene of the whole show

  • @TheCooderix
    @TheCooderix 3 роки тому +9

    I do find it a bit funny, despite how depressing it might be, but this whole "I can always fall back on suicide" has been my line of thinking for as long as I can remember.

  • @danielcann
    @danielcann 2 місяці тому

    A legacy touches the lives of those long after you’re gone.

  • @tjfSIM
    @tjfSIM 10 місяців тому +1

    I wasn't completely on board with this series I must admit - could take or leave bits of it, but the scenes with Tony and Ann always get me. The writing in some of these is sublime and something everyone should see.

  • @kastriotgjeloshgjokaj6923
    @kastriotgjeloshgjokaj6923 3 роки тому +8

    Loved these scene's with this lovely lady

  • @mohanicus
    @mohanicus 5 років тому +18

    just seen this show today... fantastic show.. and penelope wilton was superb in it.

  • @kaomicruce1982
    @kaomicruce1982 Рік тому +4

    I love this. It’s something that took me 40 years to figure out but serving others is the only thing that brings me pure JOY. 🙏🏻❤️

  • @amyjacquelineg.9541
    @amyjacquelineg.9541 4 роки тому +5

    Love their beautiful talks on the bench!💞

  • @tiararoxeanne1318
    @tiararoxeanne1318 Рік тому +2

    @Langelos Thank you for uploading this video. I've been having a tumor/cancer scare since last week, and tomorrow I will see my oncologist for further inspection. I've been thinking: if heaven is a guarantee, or if there is no heaven or hell, why people want to continue living with continuous battles instead of just die and being in peace. These clips are thought provoking. And might give me the answer I need. Thank you very much🙏🙏🙏

  • @zrichards907
    @zrichards907 6 місяців тому

    The best kind of person. Can rebuild you entire will to push on and in the same breathe make fun of you without you ever questioning their intent. It's a show... but she kept Tony alive

  • @avidworkslol
    @avidworkslol 2 роки тому +3

    Man. I need to go watch this now, this scene just hit me a like a truck. Absolutely brilliant, it doesn't feel acted... it feels real.

  • @techtipsuk
    @techtipsuk 4 роки тому +5

    Great actress

  • @ReviewWingsDSP
    @ReviewWingsDSP Місяць тому

    When I start to slip, I watch this.

  • @mendrinoz
    @mendrinoz 5 років тому +19

    Im in tears. Wow. So great. Awesome

  • @somehingbouthiseyes
    @somehingbouthiseyes 4 місяці тому

    the tree proverb reminded me of karl, rick and steve 😢

  • @tripledot_1187
    @tripledot_1187 Рік тому

    January 1st, 2023...drunk...crying...i will always follow these words.

  • @anridapu
    @anridapu 3 роки тому +1

    That lady is so beautiful, like a favourite auntie ...

  • @colintook3357
    @colintook3357 Рік тому +4

    I had recently got really tired of my job (and to a degree life) which can be immensely tough and unforgiving that I had considered not going back to it and to a degree checking out of the whole game. But this scene / proverb could just put a positive spin on it for me. Genius and beautiful!

  • @dontreadmyprofilepicture6346
    @dontreadmyprofilepicture6346 4 роки тому +10

    I like how she pronounce "exactly"

  • @andrewmcnaughton8243
    @andrewmcnaughton8243 5 років тому +6

    Don't just watch it, live it.

  • @coopsgrammie7212
    @coopsgrammie7212 2 роки тому +2

    I love this show.

  • @aeh5109
    @aeh5109 Рік тому +1

    This scene hit me hard. Such a great dialogue

  • @lufc2me
    @lufc2me 5 років тому +14

    Brilliant scene, so touching.

  • @NorsePJ
    @NorsePJ 2 роки тому

    Nothing like humoristic honesty with no ill intent between friends.

  • @4TheMotorist
    @4TheMotorist Рік тому +1

    Makes me smile this scene 🙂

  • @varunkapoor4758
    @varunkapoor4758 3 роки тому +4

    So much depth and emotion involved in this scene. Makes me sad, happy and emotional every time I watch this clip!

  • @richardharrington3501
    @richardharrington3501 2 роки тому

    Love that comment about the trees. Beautiful

  • @klinksthebus
    @klinksthebus Рік тому +1

    That is hands-down the best quote I’ve ever heard

  • @zeeschelp
    @zeeschelp 11 місяців тому +1

    im gonna go clean this show convinced me

  • @paulmorphy6187
    @paulmorphy6187 5 років тому +34

    that saying was on a podcast he made with Steve and Karl, I forgot what Karl said about it probably something inane

    • @teche1986
      @teche1986 5 років тому +15

      It was when they read their little book of quotes and karl said "he was probably into gardening anyway"

  • @nilzawangmo9558
    @nilzawangmo9558 Рік тому

    Happiness is amazing. It’s so amazing that it doesn’t matter if it’s yours or not.. JUST LOVED IT ❤️

  • @brianreidvoiceovers884
    @brianreidvoiceovers884 Рік тому +1

    Love this scene...and message

  • @BobFowlerWorkshop
    @BobFowlerWorkshop Рік тому

    My favorite scene in the entire series.

  • @neildurbin
    @neildurbin 2 роки тому +1

    Those of us that listened to the podcast and xfm shows have heard this line before. I think it involved Ricky and Steve trying to explain the concept to Karl.

  • @sunheartmoon
    @sunheartmoon 5 років тому +16

    Omg uno I cried when she said that idek

  • @zacharyprime1
    @zacharyprime1 3 роки тому +1

    "A fool who persists in his folly, will become wise" - a playlist on my account

  • @lisajames1231
    @lisajames1231 2 роки тому

    Love you Ricky Gervaise, you are so special to me and my family ❤️Xxxxx

  • @alexong2542
    @alexong2542 2 роки тому

    Every show or movie has that wise character full of love and compassion. In After Life, that character is Anna.

  • @SebbyBanjo
    @SebbyBanjo 5 років тому +29

    Thanks for sharing - such a lovely scene

  • @TeriakiSnarf
    @TeriakiSnarf Рік тому +2

    They will sit in that shade and just not remember that they planted that tree.

  • @disconnecttuserectus5189
    @disconnecttuserectus5189 2 роки тому

    This show saved my life

  • @tucker5304
    @tucker5304 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant quote

  • @clarewalsh7247
    @clarewalsh7247 Рік тому

    Amazing performance from both x

  • @ryankelly2109
    @ryankelly2109 5 років тому +43

    Maybe the old fella planting the tree enjoys gardening

    • @tom_trs_clarke3641
      @tom_trs_clarke3641 3 роки тому

      Oh ffs

    • @Corvmatt
      @Corvmatt 3 роки тому

      Pilkington is that you?

    • @user-ug8dq7wm8d
      @user-ug8dq7wm8d 3 роки тому +1

      Thats kind of the point he enjoys doing it but knows he won't live to see them grow so someone else will enjoy his hard work that he enjoys doing.
      Helping someone should be selfless........ or some shit like that

    • @reallics
      @reallics 3 роки тому

      fuck I love you

  • @o.n.e-onlinenaturaleducati5597
    @o.n.e-onlinenaturaleducati5597 3 роки тому +10

    Remember when he said this proverb to Karl and he just completely didn’t understand it

  • @connorsmith9734
    @connorsmith9734 5 років тому +5

    Beautiful that’s all I gotta say

  • @MrHulsi
    @MrHulsi 4 роки тому +2

    pfff, what a great writing. unbelievable.

  • @lewisjm8776
    @lewisjm8776 4 роки тому

    This almost makes you cry

  • @seanfowler2356
    @seanfowler2356 2 роки тому

    I love this scene. beautiful

  • @MrLessyam
    @MrLessyam Рік тому +1

    Anyone knows where to find the transcript of this dialogue? it is so great, I want to save it somewhere to remember it... I might make a painting of it or some shit....

  • @deepak1984khanna
    @deepak1984khanna 2 роки тому +1

    Anyone wondering what's the music in the background .... Its 'Together Alone by Hammock'

  • @nikablecich7753
    @nikablecich7753 4 роки тому +5

    Is she an angel?

    • @vincentcushnahan5292
      @vincentcushnahan5292 Рік тому

      I think she is

    • @thierrymorales9797
      @thierrymorales9797 Рік тому

      "Angels don't have wings and don't live in clouds. If you want to be an Angel, you have to do it when you're alive, be good, do good things.Some have four legs and bark or meow."

  • @torialrightt
    @torialrightt 4 роки тому +1

    Incredible scene

  • @nathanaelmorris4909
    @nathanaelmorris4909 5 років тому +2

    Starkravingly beautiful.

  • @Damesplace
    @Damesplace 4 роки тому

    You saved me...a million times over many years, thank you, more than I can Express

  • @karlcaton3337
    @karlcaton3337 4 роки тому +2

    WOW What an amazing scene !

  • @jackfisk2840
    @jackfisk2840 2 місяці тому

    "...and that's it!"

  • @tarynashley445
    @tarynashley445 2 роки тому

    Thank you Rickey

  • @Michigntiger08
    @Michigntiger08 3 роки тому

    No other show like it.

  • @Malsum
    @Malsum 3 роки тому +1

    Dammit... Everyone really needs an Anne in their life!

  • @dumasdjembe
    @dumasdjembe 20 днів тому

    Amen!

  • @ahmarsaeed6085
    @ahmarsaeed6085 3 роки тому

    This clip was lovely