Micheal Shannon is like if a dad became famous one day and didn't really want it but went with it anyway

@larissabenfey

6 жыл бұрын

Truer words have ne'er been said.

@_solange

5 жыл бұрын

This is so so so accurate

@yanabelle810

4 жыл бұрын

Plus he dresses like it and absolutely gives no fucks! I adore him

@glenmanby6755

4 жыл бұрын

As he explains 9.40 mins into the conversation, that is exactly what happened to him. So you were on the money there and this comment made me laugh so much so I'm glad that it was alwasy accurate.

@susandonner4ever

4 жыл бұрын

li

I love how they're constantly cracking jokes but they almost never laugh :D

@sakurathornsickle5681

7 жыл бұрын

awk as fuck but equally funny to see

@MsLm97

7 жыл бұрын

***** exactly yeah, their personalities are so well matched up for this interview it's hilarious

@25101993cb

7 жыл бұрын

wow nice comment sir here have a like

@nikkicole54321

6 жыл бұрын

MsLm97 theyre laughing on the inside.

@No_OneV

4 жыл бұрын

Its called being a Man, my father used to do same thing

I've never seen or heard humor THIS dry in all my life. It's so subtle. I'm in love.

@SheIsBlessed

7 жыл бұрын

Watch more of Michael's interviews, it's so him

@ljr-w2596

5 жыл бұрын

You should meet my vet

@alondathomas293

5 жыл бұрын

@@SheIsBlessed: I was cracking up when he explained why he prefers theatre to film. He comes off as so laid back and refreshingly un-star like. That being said, he's definitely one of the better actors around today---the best films I've seen him in where he was excellent are: 99 Homes, Premium Rush, a little indie film noir called The Missing Person, and Take Shelter.

@moma-b

5 жыл бұрын

@@ljr-w2596 XD

@verylindsay3289

4 жыл бұрын

Seams That Work it’s so British.

When two villains are stuck at a lobby and have a pleasant conversation...

@simonlillard7961

Жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha

"We should be friends." "Never gonna happen." I am ACTUALLY DEAD.

@str8frmthacr8

6 жыл бұрын

lmfao!!

@esotericVideos

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Shannon is the funniest guy nobody thinks is funny.

@sandanakin

3 жыл бұрын

think he was talking in regard to being friends with the director

@monicavieira7016

2 жыл бұрын

@@sandanakin no, Adam Driver said they have the same vision of acting as "doing a service" so they "should be friends". So he replied that it will never gonna happen. I thought it was rude, but it might have been a joke as they already seem to be "known" before this interview. Since Adam worked with him on his project. But it looks like Adam Driver admires his work but he was a little bit superb ....

"It's a beautiful thing you do. People should know about this.... tell them." Christ. Yes sir.

this is the manliest interview in this series

@ThePharcydePhreak

6 жыл бұрын

I mean you have seen the Michael Keaton/Sam Jackson one?

@Kmn01923

4 жыл бұрын

You can feel the crash of charisma lol. I do feel Michael had much stronger one

@TheCoolerChannel

4 жыл бұрын

I’m into a lot of “immature” things anime video games etc but I feel like I need to watch this in my study while having a pipe or cigar with a glass of scotch

@islandgirlfaceart4078

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

Adam is such a nice and polite guy, he kinda reminds me of Keanu Reeves. They both have that similar aura around them.

@xbroadwaybx

6 жыл бұрын

ripxkid they also will never age lol

@aidangroves5153

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah and the hair

@maarsiee

5 жыл бұрын

they also look alike

@Padre_diego_longoose

5 жыл бұрын

ripxkid lol omg you read my mind. Same vibe.

@hellomimibanana

5 жыл бұрын

THATS who he reminds me of!! Been trying to think of who the hell he looks like for so long lol

You can tell these dudes are really on the same level

@15Candles

3 жыл бұрын

Two serious men playing a serious villain, so yeah they are really on the same level lol

Top 2 talented thespians who don't rub their fame in people's faces but deliver the best performances. What a pair. What a pair.

@pleasurepain9647

4 жыл бұрын

@Hailee Steinfeld - Topic Because he doesn't rub it in people's faces. I think...

@sweetnasty2423

3 жыл бұрын

I thought this said lesbians

@jumpforjoy6

2 жыл бұрын

They're literally doing a variety interview.. Pretty sure they want their faces out there...

Adam: So how did you...? Micheal: Tell them about your deepest fears.

@MondayNightFriend

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this made me lol

@chrisninamartinez3851

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@PINQINQ

Жыл бұрын

Hahahahahaha

Adam: "Mike, how did you come to Nocturnal Animals" Michael: "How long have we known each other" I'm dead.

@johnboko7110

4 жыл бұрын

Sarcastic smugly insult.

@Weaver0x00

3 жыл бұрын

But not only does he keep the question asked in his mind all the time while Adam talks about his non-profit, he then answers it in details.

@benakinnusi2518

3 жыл бұрын

@@Weaver0x00 wow tell me why as soon as i read your comment micheal shannon finally answered the question LMFAO

Their not celebrities, just two normal guys who love acting. Old school American actors. Wish their more like them.

@jayk489

4 жыл бұрын

I read your comment as: "-wish their moms like them." Wich I wish for them too.

@ryoku79

4 жыл бұрын

There is. Just gotta keep your eyes peeled

@nycgingercat

4 жыл бұрын

Or maybe they both commit to their stock character persona. Either way, they're both impressive people.

@jody024

4 жыл бұрын

Ha funny.

@lulumoon6942

3 жыл бұрын

Sadly it seems actors like this are most often character actors instead of leads. Wish it were the rule instead of the norm, I think the movie industry underestimates the audience by using sales only but I guess this is a necessity.

Michael Shannon's got the most cinematic voice I've ever heard. His voice just emanates charisma.

"We should be friends." Adam Driver you're so sweet ;)

@noelnegele6039

7 жыл бұрын

"Never gonna happen." And then they both proceed with the conversation

"We should be friends." "Never gonna happen." The deadpan in that room was almost palpable.

@MoahGentle

3 жыл бұрын

Pretty surely they're friends irl.

@monicavieira7016

2 жыл бұрын

Was that a joke or an insult? I can't understand. For me it was so rude....

@A-G-A-G

2 жыл бұрын

@@monicavieira7016 100% a joke They know each other irl they just have that rapport it seems

These actors on actors are so well matched

Holy shit classic michael shannon lol. Just ignores the first scripted question and gets right into the conversation. Love him

@TsiniWeeny

7 жыл бұрын

Peter Hayes Haha, glad to know I'm not the only one who picked up on that 😂

Damn Adam Driver is so adorable. i love seeing actors just casually talking, it's interesting

That was awesome of Michael Shannon to talk about Adam Driver's charity. For those who haven't seen the documentary on him trying to pull it off you should it's amazing.

@luisvelez3987

7 жыл бұрын

Jaqen H'Ghar Just finished watching it. Very inspiring.

@_roseanevieira

5 жыл бұрын

Which doc?

@neurogenesis8409

4 жыл бұрын

what's the documentary called?

@Pbarwik

4 жыл бұрын

Same thought, let's pause the movie promotion and talk about something that helps people.

@AustinStonewall

4 жыл бұрын

Looks like the half hour Vice News piece that you can find on KZread. Just search "Adam Driver Documentary" and it should come up.

I'm a little in love with Adam Driver

@ssalaam5536

4 жыл бұрын

He is my new favorite actor

@Lullyart

4 жыл бұрын

lovinmusicevryday I am actually not a little complete in love with this actor

@meghanmonroe

4 жыл бұрын

I'm more than a little in love. Maybe not as much as John Oliver.

@caracahill5590

4 жыл бұрын

I’m a lot in love

Why is this literally the most chill conversation I've ever heard

I would watch a comedy buddy cop movie with these two!

@onajaeharrison7219

6 жыл бұрын

Yessss

@kimwexler9393

4 жыл бұрын

LET IT HAPPEN

@beastxcore1721

4 жыл бұрын

this is the way.

@AnnaLVajda

3 жыл бұрын

Does it have to be a comedy could it be gritter?

@CF-op8er

6 ай бұрын

It'd be an absurd must-watch

Adam: Hey Mike, tell me about your movie Mike: Fuck that let's talk about your non-profit

I feel like Michael Shannon actually kills people in his time off.

@Cathee.M.

7 жыл бұрын

He maintains this intense, unwavering eye-contact where he just looks at you as if he's trying to figure you out...I've met a few people like this and it's really disconcerting in real life :) But I guess that's just how some people behave during conversations.

@kari_sims

5 жыл бұрын

@@Cathee.M. my first and last boss was like that, but as soon we got to know each other with time i was about the only person who could make him laugh with my dry humor, people got intimidated by the dude for no reason lol

@alondathomas293

5 жыл бұрын

@@Cathee.M.: Yeah, he's got creepy as hell big eyes, and a unique look----it's just perfect for his bad-guy roles, like in The Iceman, where he plays the lead, a real cold-blooded criminal---but he comes off surprisingly laid back and down-to-earth considering his fame, which is pretty cool. Driver just has this incredibly unique look of his own, and I like his voice, too. He seemed like the last actor anyone would think of for the role he played in Star Wars, but he managed to pull it off. Plus that was the best Star Wars flick I've seen in years, too.

@shelleyokeeweehow1348

5 жыл бұрын

That's fkn hilarious 😂

@MarkyMarkTeamAmerica

5 жыл бұрын

LMAOO

I'm constantly trying to guess when they're serious and when they're having manly humor.

@sVenaggedon

6 жыл бұрын

Nah it's manly

two of the coolest guys on the planet.

Michael Shannon was just trying to make jokes and Adam was like Yeah I'm not laughing xD this was awesome

@QuestionKnife

7 жыл бұрын

BigBossIncarnate it kind of went both ways hahahaa

@raintuatoo6383

6 жыл бұрын

BigBossIncarnate+ I don't know about that, Adam Driver seems to be laughing at Michael Shannon audition story on 12:51 .......So yeah I don't know what your talking about.

@bravohash

6 жыл бұрын

I agree with Rain. Adam was being funny too but they both have a dry sense of humor and have been friends for years so they know how to play off each other

@isiahblt

6 жыл бұрын

Additionally, appears to me that Adam truly admires Michael so he’s really making a strong attempt to collect as much information and knowledge as possible from Michael... I know I would but I’d do that same for most all the actors in this series lol

@EastLinus

6 жыл бұрын

Interesting

21:39 "Adam Driver - We should be friends... Michael - Never gonna happen." I laughed sooo hard

The comedic subtext in this video is really rich.

Zod and Kylo are planning to rule the world together... xD

@unikeko96

7 жыл бұрын

이윤형 In my fanfiction comicbook they do so... B-)

@ZenShroud1

6 жыл бұрын

+A. O Or Greg Buehl

@Babys-Interior

6 жыл бұрын

I mean, I'm cool with it.

@emiliohidalgo5927

6 жыл бұрын

"Hey Zod, what are we doing tonight?" "The same thing we do every night, Kylo: Try to take over the world!"

@Ernesto87

5 жыл бұрын

The grandson of Darth Vader and the Kryptonian General himself, were doomed.

Michael Shannon killed it in Nocturnal Animals Adam Driver killed his dad

@bigbagoforanges

6 жыл бұрын

BWAHAHAHAHAHAAA!!!!

@emalinel

6 жыл бұрын

Well that turned dark fast.

@mystaminacantakethis

5 жыл бұрын

omg 😂😂

@user-lm7lv8dz8g

4 жыл бұрын

@Alex yvuuu

@joshuasmith6346

4 жыл бұрын

Are you talking about him taking out Han Solo with a lightsaber

They are both weird in the best way possible.

7:57 that giggle...

I like how Michael looks at him. like he's focused on understanding, but it could be sort of intimidating by the way his eyes are squinted and his brows are farrowed. i like his voice too. he looks like he'll be a big meanie, but he seems quiet nice. Adams cool too.

@yosoyconsuela

7 жыл бұрын

Michael just has a resting bitch face. He's a cool guy really.

My god, the dry humour is on a level I have never seen before... It's amazing.

I love the way Adam talks about Star Wars. He takes it seriously and its great to know understands the story on so many levels.

These two guys are nice and dry with one another. So dry, neither of them realizes that the other is dry.

@ryoku79

4 жыл бұрын

Yet they have drinks lol

@aenima3174

4 жыл бұрын

Canada Dry.

it began with driver asking about nocturnal animals, and Shannon, was like, " how about you tell them about who you are and what you do". #VoiceofShannon

@TheStanishStudios

4 жыл бұрын

Meta Man Uhhhhh what

Man Variety keeps getting the perfect pair of people to interview each other this year.

Holy fuck, you've outdone yourself this time, Variety! Two of the most interesting, weird (I mean that in the best of ways), actors working in Hollywood today. Michael Shannon's my favorite, and Adam Driver is killing with each new movie. Couldn't have asked for a better pair!

@daphnegabriel4482

7 жыл бұрын

Nadheeran Sri I agree! Soon as I saw this; literally stopped me in my tracks

@NadheeransDeepSpace

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I couldn't believe that this was a thing. Driver and Shannon are like the ultimate non-Hollywood actors, if that makes any sense. You know, just from the way they look, to the eclectic roles they take, so its so exciting to see them have a conversation!

@michaelkupfer3723

6 жыл бұрын

Weird? Try this with Crispin Glover and Christopher Walken. Or Jeff Goldblum lol

@Jessmess112

6 жыл бұрын

I cannot agree more.

Adam Driver is an ex marine who shattered his pelvis in an accident, now he's an actor (and a really good one at that). Huge props to everything he does for servicemen! Michael Shannon has a knack for choosing great projects. The Iceman was fantastic and deserves a wider audience. Shannon's character in Boardwalk Empire was very complex and kept that show interesting after the death of Jimmy (Michael Pitt).

@tommy1138

7 жыл бұрын

***** I knew he shattered something and was devastated that he couldn't join his Company in Iraq.. Thanks for the correction.

@gaberivera8845

7 жыл бұрын

most likely

@Kittykat716

6 жыл бұрын

It was his sternum, and he was sooo bummed not to be deployed. 😟

@SolarSystemSiren

6 жыл бұрын

He dislocated his sternum. I didn't even know you could do that. Lol

@Kittykat716

6 жыл бұрын

It was a fractured sternum. Nothing shattered.

I love Adam's brown eyes 👀❤️❤️❤️

I love how they are actors first and being stars isn't even a concern. love humble actors!

Michael Shannon was soooo good in Nocturnal Animals. In such a talented group of actors and actresses he stole the show. Haven't seen Paterson yet, but I'm really happy for Adam Driver that he starts getting some recognition for his work.

@GwaiZai

2 жыл бұрын

if you liked that you should "Take Shelter"... I think it's his best.

Michael Shannon is just a revelation every time I get to watch him. 10/10 for this conversation, plus a bonus point for their parchingly dry humour.

Not gonna lie...these are two of the hottest dudes. This is heaven for me

@sheenabaharudin

4 жыл бұрын

2 years late but I feel ya Amy. I feel ya.

@laura-hr2rj

4 жыл бұрын

dennismaryanski nah I disagree. They are both attractive

@Blackkey034

4 жыл бұрын

Amy Jewell look,,,,um,,, i like both these guys and they have their appeal,,,, but wtff m8,,,,two of the hottest dudes?

@puppchenschnuppchen4984

3 жыл бұрын

@@Blackkey034 I thought the same thing. I don't think they are visually that attractive, but I think their personalities make up for it. I still don't think they are hot though.

It's so bad I discovered Michael Shannon few weeks ago. This guy is phenomenal. Have only seen few movies by him. Take shelter, The Harvest, 99 Homes, Shotgun stories. He's so great

@Tymala1

2 жыл бұрын

Revolution Road!

@noraN33

Жыл бұрын

And Nocturnal animal

@RandomDudeOne

Жыл бұрын

@@Tymala1 Revolutionary Road was the first movie I remember seeing Michael Shannon. He stole the show from DiCaprio and Winslet.

@CF-op8er

6 ай бұрын

Boardwalk Empire

adam’s so articulated and polite i keep fallING IN LOVE OVER AND OVER

Adam is soo amazing and I love his humor. They both have kind of a dry humor so sometimes Idk if they something for real or just ironically? Cause I feel like they both are socially akward which is adorable and this actors on actors was REALLY GOOD anyways :)

@variety

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@angelxxsin

5 жыл бұрын

lol you're everywhere

Such a great pairing. Love Adam so much, he just gets better with each viewing. As charming a person as he is an actor.

This is so good. They are so intense. I love Adam Driver, he is very eloquent, brilliant, talented, and gorgeous. It's a very interesting interview. These two are awesome. Thank you so much for this video.

@melodicmiserii

2 жыл бұрын

He said antidote instead of anecdote

These two are both awkwardly entertaining

@faafafineartist

5 жыл бұрын

and awkwardly attractive

I love how Adam feels like awkward asking questions with him, he’s definitely more acquainted and comfortable with Michael. His interview with Charlize he was much more reserved and gentlemanly with her, which shows how easily he can acclimate to whatever situation or role he’s given. Good lord... how can I not admire Adam? He’s such an interesting person!

Two epic inspirations and role models for modern theater and film. Thank you for this variety!

@variety

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Love how Adam always dressed up in Kylo Ren's color theme- BLACK

Michael : "a sex scene with kylo ren" Adam: "or kylo ren looking for his spaceship" Michael: "and she seduces him..." Adam: "watching people walk dogs" Michael: "...that would be hot" XD

@ritasilva

4 жыл бұрын

how are people not talking about that part more?? ahahah

@ynmzeke9124

3 жыл бұрын

@@ritasilva time?

@Andlovethebomb

3 жыл бұрын

18:02

This is incredibly awkward and odd. I love it though. Both of them understand humour and how to communicate and at the same time they dont at all.

@kiprs

6 жыл бұрын

this is so odd - I thought of this as one of the less awkward, more honest and cohesive conversations but we picked up different things I suppose! :D

@Bjorneization

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah how tf is this awkward

Love both these guys.

@ppprenxx

3 жыл бұрын

kylo and zod

I love Adam Driver cause he is so real and so interesting. And he is realy interested in what Michael is saying.

Adam is low key hilarious. “I always knew this was going to come by, and it was like finally.”

Great video. Shannon seems cool as hell, and Driver comes across as just a genuinely nice dude.

The first 54 seconds of this interview are gold. Michael pulls a power move and then a show of respect. Pure alpha 👍🏾

Why do I fall in love with Adam Driver more every time I watch him do anything?

love michael shannon. sounds very down to earth.

The way this interview ended was the best. lmao.

Adam's 'Thank You' at 0:49 is so genuine and adorable. I want to live in that moment forever.

I love how 'Mike' just ignored the first question to promote Adam's thing. That was neat, Mr Shannon.

Two of the greatest actors living today. Both have mastered more subtle, difficult roles as well as roles that require extreme displays of emotion. Love them

I really like these two actors. They just love acting. They are not just "Hollywood celebrities" who look good.

lmao of course they're friends. great job variety!!

I love michael so much, I'd literally watch anything he's in

2 astoundingly talented, enigmatic and crazy intelligent men that I am inexplicably attracted to. They’re not your classical “Hollywood” handsome pretty boys, it’s their depth and resonance that gets me.

I dont think people realise how funny Michael Shannon is (in a dry humour way) he usually plays characters with such veracity. It's fun to watch him be him

@benakinnusi2518

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Hes fucking hilarious

the mono tone they share and cadence of their voices love it

Great pairing here!! Two great actors, two very humble men.

why is this only 20 minutes ???? this needs to be way longer!

Two of the most splendid and charismatic actors nowadays.

I totally feel Driver on Jarmusch's films sticking with you. I couldn't stop thinking about Paterson after I watched it. It was unlike anything I've seen, and truly an antidote to action movies.

Of all of the Actors on Actors I’ve watched, this is my favorite. This is a real conversation.

Michael Shannon is a presence. Liked his work straight away, when I saw him in a film with Ashley Judd called Bug. I need to see more of his roles. The guy is magnetic.

A very satisfying conversation with two gifted artists. To me they're the best actors of their respective generations.

@kimb9364

4 жыл бұрын

Wahn Yoon I couldn’t agree more, so much love for these two actors! 🙏🏻

The honesty to say “I don’t understand what mean” is refreshing.

Adam seems such a sweet a nice guy. Love him! Plus he is an amazing actor! He does an incredible job with Kylo Ren. Can´t wait to see episode VIII next year.

@road_king_dude

7 жыл бұрын

Or u can see him sooner in Patterson.

@magnusewen

7 жыл бұрын

Adam was perfect for the role. He was outstanding in Paterson.

@zeke1835

6 жыл бұрын

Lol I just saw ep VIII 4 days ago

i love michael shannon. he is like the new christopher walken

@Sweet_Karma

7 жыл бұрын

Chromey Trimms He's better man come on

@juliealexis7438

4 жыл бұрын

Good comparison

"And his face was just what I had anticipated. It was ugly and somewhat wild looking, interrogative and erratic, wayward and obstinate yet the mouth had something soft and childish about it. All the masculinity and strength was in the eyes and brow; the lower half of his face was tender and immature, indecisive and to some extent feminine; the chin, irresolute, boylike, contradicted the forehead and expression. What I liked were the dark brown eyes full of pride and hostility." Hermann Hesse, _Demian_

Love both Of Them they were fantastic in Midnight Special looking forward to Nocturnal Animals and Paterson Loved Them in Villain roles as Kylo Ren and Zod as well

@gregoris69

4 жыл бұрын

Michael has a small part in Groundhog Day as part of the couple who get Wrestlemania tickets off of Bill Murray.

I really wish this was like a couple of hours AT LEAST, great chemistry & awesome conversations.

Michael Shannon is the most underrated actor. He is perfect for almost any character. I read a review on him that said "he is a great actor that can make you feel like there is a spider crawling under your skin." I just think he is a genius. Looking forward to seeing him in more roles.

Perfect choices for this conversation, they both have a similar mind

This is the most sinister interview ever. lmao

@Emma-gs1zk

7 жыл бұрын

they're two Very Serious Men.

@kaiwyatt8203

7 жыл бұрын

Levar Mitchell 😂

@johnsonthommy92

7 жыл бұрын

Why do you have to take it so seriously its just a youtube video mate

@Ernesto87

6 жыл бұрын

Now's that's a fight worth watching. Fallen Jedi vs Kryptonian Dictator.

I've seen several actors on actors. Enjoyed these two immensely! I love their energy! Very stimulating conversation! Nice to see Shannon and Driver compliment each other's favorite attributes!

kylo ren: we should be friends Zod: never gonna happen

Love to hear Michael's thoughts on Man of Steel. That movie meant a lot to me. Certain people missed some of the underlying themes and meaning behind it.

@SYSRQLLQRSYS

7 жыл бұрын

nicholas alexander like how the dialogue is shit? plot doesnt make sense? clichés up the ass of the film?

@kmukayed

7 жыл бұрын

the plot was very simple, if you didn't get it then you're the idiot

@tylermane77

7 жыл бұрын

Oh look! Found the asshole!!!

@SYSRQLLQRSYS

7 жыл бұрын

Kareem Mukayed what i meant was that certain elements in the plot didnt make sense i made that comment in a bad mood and in a non constructive mindset

@johnnyscifi

6 жыл бұрын

nicholas aaron I also loved man of steel!!

I come back to this video at least twice a year. it's such a perfect meditation, I love these two together.

The Force is strong with them...

@rage6682

7 жыл бұрын

Shantanu Das yeah but let's hope kylo doesn't get his neck snapped or cut off by Rey

best thumbnail ever

This was one of the best and most informative of the Actors on Actors series.

This is so different from watching non-actors interviewing actors. Knowing the ins-and-outs means they have more interesting questions.

Ugh I love them both so much. Amazing actors!