Watching this, it's easier to see the difference between Jonathan and him as Jesus. Such a difference even in his physicality and face! I know there is a bit of costume and makeup that helps but he looks very much like him. Same with George and John. I can see the acting in their character work. They are great professionals.

"I'm a man, John." Priceless.

Thank you George for this interview with Jonathan. For me his Jesus in The Chosen series is actually in the voice….. I do not know - other people say “his eyes, his acting, his looks” but for me it is HIS VOICE and words he is saying in each episode. Obviously you can call it technique but what this “technique” has now produced worldwide for people watching him as Jesus…you just wonder now how this is possible just from acting technique and stillness? Sometimes he complained in his interviews having only 5 lines in episodes BUT … those 5 lines spoken in HIS VOICE are liquid gold and ethereal.

@glo3139

4 ай бұрын

Liquid Gold. That was a perfect descriptive phrase!! There is something very special about Jonathan’s portrayal of Jesus. Not to sound hokey, but his portrayal of Jesus brought me back to prayer. I always prayed, but in my own way, and now I’m seeing the rosary again. So whatever the magic is, whether it’s in the story or the actors, or both combined it’s helping me spiritually, and I’m very grateful for that.

I love how every season shows another side of Jesus. I love "scolding Jesus" in sons of thunder when he gets frustrated with John and big James. "You think you're so much better? Well let me tell you something. You're not. And that's the whole point" . My favorite lines in the whole series.

I’m watching George and he’s so fascinated by what Jonathan is talking about. He’s really interested and you can tell by his expressions that he’s really learning more from what Jonathan is sharing. This is so wonderful, I love watching this podcast. God bless you George and Jonathan. Stay joyful ( it’s a virtue )

This is where I really wish there was a “love” button. This was so good! I learned so much more about Jonathan and his acting process. Very interesting!

@sylviadodgin

Жыл бұрын

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

At 10:49 on this interview Jonathan say, “sometimes it’s not even a tangible thing” and for a split second his face goes out of focus and the picture on the wall behind him comes into focus. Very interesting.

Jonathan,you are so talented! Love watching your interviews ❤️

I loved how insightful the interview was. I felt like I got a deeper understanding of what goes into being an actor. It’s a lot harder and a lot more work than I thought. I loved your questions, George. Full of wisdom. And I loved how open and honest Jonathan was about the ups and downs about being an actor. You guys are awesome. And very funny. Please do another video interview with Jonathan soon. 🔥😎♥️😂

@marygibbon6989

2 жыл бұрын

Strange word " soon " could mean a month or a year 100 yes a thousand. Lol 😆 🤣 😂 😹 😆

@sylviadodgin

Жыл бұрын

Yes, please. More videos George.

Jonathan--you have the dearest, most sincere smile I've ever seen. Thank you for sharing it... :)

Thank you Georges and Jonathan!! I love Listening to you and all the others from "The Chosen".

I enjoyed hearing about the other acting gigs Jonathan has done. Amazing interview!

You are good at letting the person talk, a lot of interviewers don't do that👍

I so love The Chosen and I love his smile and he's very handsome. God bless you all for the series I so love it.

This is fascinating to me. I had little idea of what training went into acting. I'm so glad I stumbled across this podcast and can hardly wait to listen/view more of them. Thank you George and Jonathan.

What an amazing soul is Jonathan, I can listen to him all day he is so lovely ❤

Second time watching this Act up interview it was still interesting and funny . I remember this video . The stages of Jonathan Roomie progress he mentioned his learning and acting classes continuous education in his techniques and method's has be an asset to his career . And The success on The Chosen tv series and movies as well . Thank you to sharing this today with me it made me smile and enjoy my coffee . And remember that scene with Russell Brand . With his British accent . And sense of humor . It was a funny scene. I couldn't believe how similar Jonathan and Russell looked alike . A great interview George. Have a blessed day.

Johnathan and George, I came across this again. So now filmed season 5 and look how far you have come! I honestly don't know what I'm going to do when season 7 comes to an end. Looking forward to see what you guys do next. ❤❤❤❤

Oh my gooseness!!! I love you two! Hilarious!!

One of the best interviews I watched with Jonathan. Well done George the questions were interesting. Interesting for people who never acted or attended filming a movie. I loved it! God bless!🌹

Thank you Jonathan, We are truly blessed from your yrs. of training, background, experience & eclipsed by yourlove for Jesus.Seei g the Holy Spirit work through you still gives us chills! Be blessed❤😇😊🙏

My two favorite Chosen guys together talking for over an hour? George, when's the next session due? Superb interview and interaction!

Blessings and Thank You 🙏🕊💜🤩

I left acting school 5 years ago to work in Real Estate and man, I regret after watching this podcast. I wish I could be an extra on The Chosen.

It is always interesting to hear these interviews and have a behind the scenes peek. Praying God continues to use all of you in this inspiring series.

Wow! To Jonathan, I was entranced the way you dissected the formula of becoming a character, to watch it unfold in real time. I didn't understand about the lunchbox until you gave life to it! You should definitely teach. This is amazing. I have a new appreciation for the art of acting.

I think my favorite part was the two of you talking about the "Sons of Thunder" scene. The chemistry between you ON set must be awesome because on this podcast it was two friends just chatting with each other about the craft they both do so well.

Thx for this, Jonathan and George! I just kept smiling at y’all; it was great watching and listening to the two of you connecting on so many aspects of acting! You are a talented interviewer, George! Jonathan, you are so very busy which means lots of chances to watch and hear you which is always inspiring and marvelous! The two of you together - best ever! Thx again!

Love both of you guys! The Chosen is amazing!!🥰🥰

this is such a lovely interview! I just admire Jonathan so much.

This was fantastic. I loved this interview. It was incredible

I appreciate how hard you've both worked to get to where you are, and I'm so thankful for that. I did not realize how much effort it takes to succeed in this profession. You're both so intelligent and well-spoken. What a pleasure to watch such an in depth interview.

Excellent interview, gentlemen! As a college/career counselor these insights are so valuable as I endeavor to better help young adults explore their gifts and abilities in the film and acting fields. Great resource! Thank you, George!

Jonathan like look different perfect love you Jonathan

That was so fastening to listen to the interview of Jonathan by you George. Looking forward to more interviews with Jonathan and others.

@KimmyQueen

2 жыл бұрын

fascinating?

Hi Jonathan and George. It often takes time for a SENSITIVE and SPIRITUAL PERSON to get used to their OUTER BODY (shell): what it looks like, what it sounds like, etc. No matter how old we get, we never stop learning. God Bless you and good luck with all your future ventures.

Thank you Jonathan for all you do. Jesus has made you very talented. ty

I find myself getting lost in all the marvelous preparations both of you as actors have done to focus on your craft. It's a great interview, and I am just on the edge of my seat. Both of you want to be the best you can be for The Chosen and then some. It's fascinating how talented you both are!!! Thank you for all the experience you have and the improv you include as you work in the moments of a scene. Such talent is seen on the screen. We are praying you through this body of tremendous work, and I hope you feel them!! 🙏 ❤✝️🙋‍♀️🤗🎶🐟

There was a moment like that when the Samaritans spat on John and Jesus was trying to hold back the sons of Thunder. And Jesus in the moment sighed

What fun, watching you two friends (not to be presumptuous 😉🤭) discuss techniques and tell stories! Thanks for letting us listen in.

Great interviewer. You’re a natural George

Love this! Appreciate you guys...

Love the addition of video to the podcast and seeing the stills to enhance the conversation! So fun to hear your chats with your The Chosen cast mates about the craft. ActUp Rocks! And of course Jonathan is an awesome guest!

So interesting. Keep up the great work! Praise God for you guys! Thinking of Jesus going to the cross, just 😭😭😭✝️❤️🙌

George I love your Act Up podcast! You guys are so fun to listen to! So glad you put the video version on youtube!

This was fascinating. Your questions and answers depened my already big respect for the work of actors. And also, with some people, as soon as you start looking closer, they go: „Poof!“, just hot air. With Jonathan it’s the exact opposite. The closer you look, the more you'll end up finding deep layers, all built up with humility from the ground up. Thank you for your own respectful way of allowing that to surface. Looking forward to the "to be continued". :-)

So interesting to hear about the training and education you guys have invested yourselves into, paired with your amazing talents and creativity, to bring you where you are today in your careers. Two of my fav actors right here together…really enjoyed this. Thanks!

Thank you gentlemen for such an insightful interview!

Enjoyed this interview. A lot more to acting than I ever imagined! Love you guys as Jesus and John. A fav of mine is you both in the Samaritan synagogue. (And the associated blooper!) ❤️😊

I love this interview. You two are fantastic in this interview and I'm the Chosen. It's amazing learning the skills you need for acting, or doing voices. Thanks for doing this.

You guys are the best. I loved listening to this whole video podcast. Thank you for all the insight and I can't wait for what you guys do next. Much love! ❤️

Love him as Jesus . ❤

Thanks for this conversation George, i literally just woke up when i read this notif that you and Jonny were on and sorry but instead of praying first thing upon waking up i went over to this video and it sure was a lot of fun, got me thinking what real actors went through, their backgrounds and where they're coming from. This is a more indepth discussion you don't really hear quite often. More of this please. Goodluck on your future projects as you and we patiently/impatienly😀 waits for S3 filming of The Chosen. Know that we're continuously praying for you all.🔥❤️

I agree with George. ❤

Great interview! Enjoyed listening to both of you. Hope you have many more sessions in the future. Impatiently waiting for season 3. Great job guys. Well done.

This is a very great interview after listening to it again; I learned a lot about Jonathan' and his previous work. He is a great gentleman and you were able to draw a lot from him with your questions. Love the way you set this up George!

@sylviadodgin

Жыл бұрын

George you’re sooo talented … loved your questions … love you portraying JOHN.

Mr. Xanthis, (dear Sir) I've been watching candid interviews of various actors of Jenkins T.V. Special. I especially like your (even though it's a year after you published this in youT)... you dive into deep questions with acting itself. What I think I love the most, is not only how comfortably you respectfully ASK questions, but how you make the person feel, as you are interviewing . Kudos (as it's said, these days) to you. Please continue with these v.good interactions and interviews. I hope others gain insights as deeply as Roumie and you get (and share). Thanks for this perspective.

Enjoyed the "chat" between the two of you. Thank you both.

I LOVED this!! And Jonathans video with George, laughing about LarryD!! I love LD too..'hilarious to watch you too together talking about the 'waffle and eggs!😅

So interesting. You guys are so impressive in your craft….always learning and growing, and we get the benefit over the next 5 seasons of The Chosen❣️and I am SURE the VO jobs are super fun! I have a friend who sings and does commercial VO here in Texas and she enjoys it so much.

Thanks George for this content it was amazing. You ask the best questions and keep the tracking of the conversation with such ease which makes the flow so smooth. Love your skills. Looking forward to part 2. In the meantime might bump into you at the Gold Coast next time you're up in Qld. Cheers! 😄✌🏼

@KimmyQueen

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe he can do late night show in Australia at some point... lol If there is such a thing out there... or maybe even here in the States

Well done Gentlemen! Cheers 🥃

Two of my favorite actors on chosen. I loved the gym analogy.

As a long time actor wannabe, I found this interview extremely insightful. It gave me an even deeper appreciation for this art. Thank you, George and Jonathan! I look forward to more!

Hello George and friends congrats to having season 3 of the chosen being fully funded hopefully the next 3 seasons get fully quickly and soon. This year is going epic. 🙌 Give yourselves a pat on the back cuz u deserved it keep up the good work cast crew and Dallas Jonathan and George and the rest of the cast u guys and girls nailed it

I just watched Jonathan's conversation with George Xanthis on Act Up! I learned so much about the techniques and skills Jonathan uses as an actor - so illuminating! It made me admire him more - the ways he has developed to keep his own self separate from his "Jesus Character" - and the way you both use your professional skills to let the Spirit work through you. Thank you for this most amazing interview. So much hard work and learning involved in your profession that most of us don't know anything about.

This is a great interview. Funny thing is, even before Jonathan mentioned Al Pacino, I thought - wow... Jonathan looks a lot like Al Pacino. Lol.

This interview was 2 years ago just now seeing it. Because I only started watching The Chosen couple weeks ago

I see a young Pacino in Jonathan's face. Pacino did some amazing films! I really liked Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico, And Justice For All.

George I love both of you but I also loved this interview with Jonathan. He’s such a remarkable human being and as Jesus in the chosen well he’s super great. He is amazingly talented. I loved your podcast..

George………I LOVE your accent! ❤️❤️ 😊

Enjoyed this podcast. Two of my newest fav actors introduced to me through The Chosen series.

I loved this! Thanks to both of you!

WOW! GREAT interview ! More in depth knowing of Jonathan s skills and his progress as he began from New York schooling / film technically skills to California with acting skills , and some theater and voice over character s as well as imatation s voices. As well rounded professional in his acting career. And continues to impress . Thank you George for your pod cast as well. Good guestions for Jonathan personally and with characters he's portrayed in his work experience. And with famous actors as he mentioned during your conversation on that topic. Over all , a better perspective of Jonathan Roumie as a person. . I enjoyed interview with both of your dialogue , awesome time. More for future podcasts??? I will be waiting for that also. Thank you for sharing on KZread. March 2022 I viewed Video.

Fabulous. Loved it. So different from other interviews I have seen.

This was great listening to Jonathan acquired his education skills from seasoned professional s and made like three jumps ahead of others as these men shared their acting method s and how to work with different situations. So rapid learning in short period of time. He's a fast learner great job on that! . Like summer school season cram in coursework. Each day a week worth of learning. Learning skilled work. Awesome! Obviously shows in the Chosen art acting skills . Emotional and non verbal cues to use . That was like inside World of talking shop between actors . It was interesting. Thank you to George and Jonathan for this video. IAM sure other actors will benefit with encouraging and learning of their Craft and skills. Have a wonderful day. A fan Susan P USA Arizona peace and Joy 😁🎵🏜️🇺🇲☔

We are so blessed to have both of you superb actors on the chosen .Jonathan never disappoints me ,as his portrayal of Jesus. he’s so extremely humble, knowing he’s Christ for a small moment ,it sure comes across in film . I truly don’t think another actor could’ve done Christ in this manner. He was so human but yet spiritually connected to his craft. Love you . May all the glory go to the living God.😊

Good to see you George doing this interview! I love watching both of you!

What a fun casual informative conversation to enjoy! Grand questions George! Top job guys~~

These kinds of pods are very good. I like this.

Loved this episode. It was great to hear you guys talk about acting. I learned a lot and got some great insight. Makes me want to study more and try film acting. All the best to you both.🤩

Can't wait to see more of the podcast videos! Thanks George!! I'll check this out, hoping I can find it on Spotify :)

@Kimbonessness

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! I found it and subscribed and didn't realize that this video was up before the audio version was, neat! I'll be watching the livestream tomorrow of the new episode! Can't wait for season 3!!!!!

Such an interesting interview, thank you so much, thoroughly enjoyed listening and learning, Jesus is always teaching me, 😊 lol.. 🥰🙏🏻

Thanks for making a place for this podcast on KZread!!! This discussion/interview has stirred my long-forgotten theatrical thinking.

The whole cast has so much knowledge and experience. I didn’t know actors were this intelligent and well read. Where I live nepotism is the norm, and actors’ kids who dropped out of high school become actors with no qualifications.

George, I have no idea how I missed seeing this podcast when it first came out, but wow, this was such a fantastic interview! Dude you have some serious interview skills! I learned so much about what goes through your brains as you prep to play a character, etc. It was really really interesting. You guys are awesome, and you are both doing amazing jobs on The Chosen. Keep up the fantastic work! Aaaand I just realized this is the only one you’ve done! When are you going to do more?!

Jesus has a process. Who knew? Just kidding. Great insights from two great talents! Thank you!

GREAT job! I enjoyed listening to both of you. Talking shop talk and more insight to your craft and skills. So enlightening and drama. And name dropping Russell Crow and Clint Eastwood and Al Pacino , some of my favorite actors and fine arts academy and such. It was very enjoyable. Yes! another interview would be awesome.

Awesome! Amazing I never knew what actors go through! Wow, I appreciate you guys big time! I could never be an actor. You both are so cool! 👍💜😊👏 Perfect st your profession!

Love this man!

I´m in love!!!😍

This was so interesting. Thank you both for sharing your experiences.

the first man o love

This is so good.

This was extremely informative and interesting! I loved the synergy between you and Johnathan! I don’t think that I could ever be a Location’s Manager….It sounds so stressful…at least to me. I am a bit of a worrier and would probably have had a mini mental breakdown at some point. 😊. I hope you have Johnathan back. I would really love to know if he feels that the more people that you know in the industry, the more of an opportunity one would have to get into the acting business? I think that everything Jonathan did in his life was God‘s plan. And he had to go through a lot of learning, hardships, tears, seclusion, understanding, suffering, loneliness and immense patience etc. which in a way is sad, but what an unforgettable learning experience….Nevertheless, he always had that close bond, a close loving relationship with our dear Lord who had it all planned out for him. This was really fascinating to listen to. I thank you so very much for all the work that you put into this and I look forward to many more from you in the future. Take care and all the very best to you, Susan from very cold Canada. PS: we still have at least 3 feet of snow everywhere you look. I don’t like the cold and I always used to tease my late mother for giving birth to me in such a cold country. Of course I was joking but as they say, there’s always a little bit of truth in every joke. Thank you so much once again George and may you and your loved ones be blessed.

Definitely an education! Great questions George and such interesting discussions. Thanks to both of you 🙏❤

A former acting student, I loved acting and can relate to the conversation. Love it!

How interesting this is! Thank you George H. Xanthis 🌹

I've listened to all the episodes of this podcast, and love the video version. Anyway, won't you publish the audio version anymore? My Spotify isn't updating anymore in your podcast.

@MargoB

2 жыл бұрын

I've been looking for more "Act Up" podcasts from George, too. They're quite enjoyable: informative, entertaining, and sincere.

Very interesting discussion about acting from the both of you. Very talented and I’ve been interested in acting since drama class in 8th grade. Love The Chosen!