How elegantly Mads played Hannibal is beyond human level. There will never be another Hannibal ever like him.

@FerroNJ4

7 ай бұрын

I very much agree. Mads is a phenomenal actor and Hannibal was a different level. 5/5

@farhanredza

6 ай бұрын

I love him as hannibal.. So charming and charismatic..

@cameromludwig2448

6 ай бұрын

He does a great job but Anthony Hopkins will always be Hannibal

@thetaaaa

6 ай бұрын

​@@cameromludwig2448They're vastly different takes on the character, it feels like they were both aiming for entirely different things, they both succeeded, and it's almost unfair to try and compare them

@TheNeonNinja

6 ай бұрын

@@cameromludwig2448 Agree, but all 3 - with Brian Cox in Manhunter, were great respectively. I loved the fact Mads got the ability in a long form format to delve into the role further than anyone else though, it was brilliant.

I love how he never has to raise his voice, he just commands all the scenes he is in.

@DrJones0801

10 ай бұрын

You must've never watched his Danish movies then.

@mmyers6441

10 ай бұрын

@@DrJones0801 "Riders of Justice"💚

@sar4806

10 ай бұрын

His natural suave presence is why every single one of these roles is legitimately iconic. Bond, Star Wars, Marvel, Hannibal, and a Kojima game. That hits so many different notes and audiences.

@jamesisaphotographer

10 ай бұрын

“But you are SO WRONG!”

@MaxPayne-wj7fb

10 ай бұрын

Facts

Mads Mikkelsen must be the most underrated actor of the past 20 years, I barely ever hear anyone talk about him and his perfomances

@G59METH

6 ай бұрын

2 months later, I've played Death Stranding for the first time, finished it today after a month and wow, all perfomances were perfect and a really solid game that will only get better with second playthrough

@JussaraAlmeida2912

3 ай бұрын

Not in Europe or Denmark. He is widely regarded as a great actor there.

@distinctloafer

3 ай бұрын

​@@JussaraAlmeida2912 Great? How condesceding 😂

@user-lt3yr5xl3z

3 ай бұрын

In Russia he is also very popular, I think everybody love him

@user-dr5sr1wl6e

3 ай бұрын

AGREE. Amazing actor.

I'm glad they included some of his Danish films like The Hunt, Another Round, and the Pusher movies. They're fantastic. Another recent Danish movie of his I enjoyed was Riders of Justice. I wish they had included that, but I was glad to see a few non-Hollywood roles on here.

@Cyannah117

10 ай бұрын

They should have included his TV acting as well. Unit One was an awesome show.

@Wolf-xw2lq

10 ай бұрын

The Hunt is one of the most incredible and depressing films I've ever seen. I always recommend people check out Mads' Danish stuff, it's all amazing.

@Yabois_

10 ай бұрын

HVAD MED BLINKENDE LYGTER?!

@RrvigGames

10 ай бұрын

@@Yabois_Eller min kære broder Sven Sved

@sinebachrenleff847

10 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you. His performance in Riders of Justice was amazing!

Mads' performance as Hanibal is undoubtedly his best performance. It was played with so much grace. Amazing.

@MaMastoast

10 ай бұрын

his role in Adams Apples is prolly my favourite performance of his... I dunno how well it works if you dont understand Danish though

@euphrosyne6855

10 ай бұрын

out of the english movies/tv-series he’s been in, for sure, but i’d say there’s a fair share of danish movies in which he played just as brilliantly, if not more so. Adams Apple, as mentioned by the comment above, being one example

@samuelkim9195

10 ай бұрын

I never heard of Mr. Mickelson before I watched that show. But he earned a big fan after I watched it. Certainly a masterclass performance.

@parissinclair6513

10 ай бұрын

It's great, but his performances in After the Wedding and Another Round were more complex and nuanced.

@AryanSneed

10 ай бұрын

I personally loved him in "The Hunt", such a great movie

His performance in Hannibal was the best acting performance I’ve ever seen, only rivalled by Hugh Dancy’s corresponding performance in the show. Brilliant stuff.

@micksmix4489

10 ай бұрын

He outshines Hugh Dancy (who I love) in their scenes. Throughout the show he is only rivaled by Gillian Anderson’s portrayal of Bedelia.

@miguelflores5432

10 ай бұрын

In all honesty, that show felt like a piece of beautiful art.

@giulyspets

10 ай бұрын

@@micksmix4489 hugh grant lmao

@leon_redgrave

10 ай бұрын

​@@miguelflores5432it is Thats why

@Terminxman

10 ай бұрын

@@miguelflores5432 The first two seasons were great, I greatly disagree about Hugh Dancy's acting

LOVED Hannibal! So sad they canceled the show when they did. Mads learned all the professional chef skills so he could do all the kitchen scenes on his own and make it look believable.

@tempestates13

7 ай бұрын

Watching those scenes, I was like "I would love to have him cook a meal for me"

@christianstark2381

6 ай бұрын

I'm sure he'd love to have you for dinner.

@tempestates13

6 ай бұрын

@@christianstark2381 I'd rather eat the dinner and not BE dinner

@mniakan754

5 ай бұрын

@@tempestates13 unfortunately you are the meal

@GiacomoJimmi

3 ай бұрын

They wanted to do another season with the Clarice Starling/Jame Gumb storyline, but the studio couldn’t get the rights to “Silence of the Lambs”.

"Did you just smell me" still gets me

Hannibal was one of the best series I've watched and his performance...brilliant. Actually the whole cast was perfect. There was no dead weight on that cast.

@hollandscottthomas

10 ай бұрын

I'm still mad we never got s04 covering Silence of the Lambs :( That show was such a high watermark for TV drama.

@NaruSasuLemon

10 ай бұрын

I feel will was an awful actor, just didn’t warm up to him… everyone else was ace though

@Gottsnus

10 ай бұрын

​@NaruSasuLemon funny, I thought Will was ok. Lawrence Fishburne however, frequently seemed out of his depth

@bartolomeumalfeitor965

10 ай бұрын

I like your pfp

@parissinclair6513

10 ай бұрын

@@Gottsnus Haha I liked Hugh Dancy and loved Lawrence Fishburne, but Kacey Rohl's (Abigail Hobbs) performance fell short for me. I was very aware that it was "acting" as opposed to me getting lost in the story. I later saw her in a small role on an episode of iZombie, and she acted/played that character literally the exact same way as she did Abigail Hobbs.

I think Mads has one of the most recognisable voices in cinema. Every time I hear his voice, I know it's him.

@mikkelboisen5543

10 ай бұрын

You should check out his older brother, Lars. Lars has a very soothing voice, but can somehow still sound very menacing if the part requires it.

@laerkeb8260

10 ай бұрын

Because of the Danish accent LOL

@Janus-fn2uz

10 ай бұрын

Well matey, that's because of his obvious accent. Tch!

@GoNutsDK

10 ай бұрын

Well he does speak Danglish

@kreherkim

10 ай бұрын

because of the danish accent his english isnt that great

He was masterful as Hannibal. It felt like a priveledge to watch. It legitimately felt like watching art and watching an acting masterclass. Both he and Hugh. I pay such attention to their such elegant subtlety. The smallest twitch of an eyebrow or a slight head tilt...small things that speak volumes.

@SnidgetAsphodel

4 ай бұрын

The fact the show, Mads AND Hugh never won an Emmy is almost an insult.

@Wraith1959

2 ай бұрын

I would add Gillian Anderson's performance as Bedelia de Maurier as well. All three were performing at an incredible level throughout.

He's one of those actors that always feel like a main character regardless of the role he's playing. He takes over any scene he's in. I haven't watched Hannibal for a long time but still, the fact that I cannot remember even a single actor in that series other than Mad is a perfect representation of how he just takes over the whole space he's in. Not to mention that with the kind of predecessor he had in that role, it's even a miracle that he managed to play his own tone and still produce such a great Hannibal!

@spookylittlebat5208

Ай бұрын

There is no Hannibal without Will 😧

He is amazing in Hannibal. The perfect Hannibal for me

@LuisSierra42

10 ай бұрын

True

@K086698

10 ай бұрын

I think that’s his most mesmerizing role, he really got to shine

@petsmart1000

10 ай бұрын

Omg he was phenomenal in Hannibal!! ❤

@zer0953

10 ай бұрын

literally one of those moments when all stars align, just a perfect performance

@BrandonWestfall

10 ай бұрын

I never thought anyone could compete with Anthony Hopkins but Mads is insane.

The fact that Death Stranding is featured in one of these videos just speaks to how far gaming has come. Really proud of Kojima and the team

@snakeplisskin8151

10 ай бұрын

Exactly what I was thinking. All thanks to Kojimas love of movies/games.

@dormghost

10 ай бұрын

A great cross-over between 2 entertainment mediums! I cant wait for his future projects! This is what would happen when a studio focuses on producing artworks rather than just churning another money grabbers.

@bigtibseh

10 ай бұрын

The whole reason I'm on this video is because of death stranding lol

@captgeech

10 ай бұрын

@@bigtibseh same honestly. he was incredible in that game.

@Kackpuh

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, shame that the game was so bad.

Personification of gravitas. Dude never has to over-act, chew the scenery, or be unnecessarily theatrical. Just completely owns every character he embodies and dominates every scene he's in.

Mads talking about Hannibal is fascinating. His choice to substitute something of his own to achieve the same emotion that Hannibal does instead of going down the "dark alley" just highlights the needless drama of a lot of character actors

@CountessOfOle

Ай бұрын

It also explains how he can play such dark and twisted characters so well without losing the sweet and joyful energy he has in real life.

Mads NEVER turns in a dull performance. He’s seriously one of the best actors working today and one of the best villain actors of all time

@CYB3R2K

10 ай бұрын

He was very forgettable in Doc Strange dude

@betosanchez6929

10 ай бұрын

​@@CYB3R2K I blame the script, not the actor. He was a dull character.

@7lovessomemusic

10 ай бұрын

Agree with this

@blackwomangamer2637

10 ай бұрын

@@CYB3R2K Everything Marvel is forgettable junk, don't blame the actor

@mysticsaxophone4181

10 ай бұрын

@@CYB3R2K Yeah Marvel films are not something you should be tuning into to find interesting cinema anyway

Anyone who loves the Hopkins version of Hannibal should definitely see the Mikkelsen version. I genuinely used to think Hopkins couldn't ever be beaten and now Hannibal is my all-time favorite TV series.

@sassysledgehammer

10 ай бұрын

I totally agree. Big horror fan and Mads rocked my whole world!!!

@El-Mac795

10 ай бұрын

If you read the novels, hannibal is more like mads version then Hopkins.

@janeryder43

10 ай бұрын

YES. I will never forget the final episode ever

@carlyg1969

10 ай бұрын

I was so late to watch it , But I not long finished it And omg his performance as Hannibal was amazing

@evab521

10 ай бұрын

Yessss best tv show everee

I first met Mads in August 2022, when he played Grindelwald in Fantastic Beasts. I watched all the productions he played in the intervening year. I have never seen such a bright and high aura before. In the scenes where he plays with Hugh Dancy in Hannibal, his light reaches the highest level. His chemistry with Jude Law was also incredible.

@kimklarskovpedersen2576

9 ай бұрын

You should watch Flickering lights.. Danish movie.. If you can cope with the subtitles, then you can thank me later ;p

@Sleepyphoen1x

8 ай бұрын

Litery i got the same story😂

@mollyredsull1975

6 ай бұрын

What was it like to meet him?

The way he described Lector, how he views the world, is literally the same way I have been talking about this show whenever I get the chance to talk about it. That the show basically is violent, yet elegant, it's gory, yet beautiful.

He is just a fascinating guy, and brings 110% to every role. I LOVED him in Casino Royale and he is THE definitive version of Hannibal to me. Also loved him as Cliff in Death Stranding.

@mel1one

10 ай бұрын

Exactly my thoughts!! 💯 Le Chiffre forever! 🖤 And these 3 characters you named are my favorites of him as well :D

@nanina2034

9 ай бұрын

He is charismatic and intelligent this is what makes him fascinating.

@RukkmansWorld

8 ай бұрын

It takes a LOT to make u forget anthony hopkins... he does it with it ease... hannibal is HIM!!!

@Eclipsed972

7 ай бұрын

He was perfect as Cliff

@heatherstanfield1007

7 ай бұрын

Eh, I still think Anthony Hoppkins is king of that role...but I love Mads Mikkelsen he crushes every role he is in and plays incredible baddies he made an incredible new age Hannibal, but the original Hannibal and truest has been immortalised in a tattoo on myself 🤣and idk if Mad's can top it. He gave a really sinister and elegant feel to the role though, he played it very well.

He's been in so many iconic properties like Bond, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Marvel, but I believe his best performance is in Another Round. Absolutely incredible, and should have been nominated for an Oscar.

@61raindrops

10 ай бұрын

For me, it was the danish movie “the hunt”. After watching all the villain roles, who knew he could play a nice kindergarten teacher so well!

@alexlazzerly3677

10 ай бұрын

@@61raindropsI would say that’s my second favorite performance of his. All of his Danish roles are the best.

@51gan788

10 ай бұрын

​@@61raindropsI was gonna reply with the exact same thing. For those who know, the Hunt is easily his best performance (and imo his best film)

@charley15z

10 ай бұрын

@@51gan788I prefer Another Round but they’re both excellent films.

@LeviBoldock

10 ай бұрын

All his films with Anders Thomas Jensen are incredible, too - The Green Butchers, Riders of Justice, Flickering Lights, Adam’s Apples, Men & Chicken.

Mads' franchise resumé is crazy impressive. With him also having done a series, video game and music video performance, it really seems like he just wants to expand and test himself. Love that he still makes Danish movies even with all his hollywood success

What a unique and perfect description he gave to Hannibal's character.. I agree that Hannibal is like a fallen angel and while will has no control of empathy Hannibal's in full control.. I love the explanation of characters..

He's just one of those actors that everybody loves. I'll go see a film just because he's in it. Always such a pleasure to watch

Mads Mikkelsen as Hannibal Lecter is some of the finest acting I have ever seen.

@georgecostantin8787

10 ай бұрын

Yes. They say they intentionally created a new Hanibal because Antony Hopkins was not beatable:) I'm not sure which one was closest to the source material but they are totally different guys, while Antony is a straight out psychopath, Mads version is so refined. It's funny what great actors can do with the same character, I mean it's not funny, it's art:)

@bertvsrob

8 ай бұрын

hands down the best incarnation of lecter

I fell in love with Mads because of Hannibal and went out of my way to watch everything he was in even if i knew i wouldn't like the movies. He acting was always worth it!

@Missjunebugfreak

7 ай бұрын

He's one of those actors who doesn't deliver a dull performance no matter the film quality. Mads has an amazing screen presence.

I could listen to him talk forever, literally about anything. He speaks so eloquently

I absolutely love how he isn't seemingly tired and even embarassed by some of his popular or early roles. Too many actors nowadays seem to almost hate their own popular characters due to being typecast or something. Whereas Mads realizes that if you're popular, it's because people like you

Im still clinging to the hope of season 4 of Hannibal. Just one more season

@LuisSierra42

10 ай бұрын

They died

@alastormedial

10 ай бұрын

Nah, the ending of 3 was too perfect, I don't want another tbh

@hennsippin7156

10 ай бұрын

I go back and forth on this. Season 3 ended so well, but the selfish part of me just wants to see more of him as Hannibal along with the storytelling, vibe and cinematography of the show.

@JamesEatWorld7758

10 ай бұрын

@@LuisSierra42they certainly did not

@MohakJoshi1

10 ай бұрын

@@JamesEatWorld7758I like to believe they did. It's the perfect ending.

His role as Hannibal is one of the best performances I've ever seen. His use of subtle movement and expressions conveyed a thousand meanings and when he did speak, you could interpret it in a million ways. So composed and elegant

Loved his small role in Rogue One. His love for his daughter was truly felt.

What makes Le Chiffre arguably the best Bond villain is that, for all the torment he puts Bond through, he's motivated by his own fear. Incredibly difficult balance and nuance to pull off.

@bobbyologun1517

10 ай бұрын

100% agree. when he said, "the codes...please" he was *so* scared, desperate

@gintonicx6

10 ай бұрын

Best new Bond villain for sure

@Luke101

10 ай бұрын

“I’ll get the money…”

@joshuacollins9346

10 ай бұрын

The best Bond villain since Sean Bean in Goldeneye (in my opinion).

@peterpalmer-uz3zx

10 ай бұрын

Hands down He's the best.

He's the master of subtle performance. He can deliver absolutely every emotion with one look, or one twich of an eyebrow. One of the most skilled actors!

Bruh, this actor seems so sympathetic and so nice and then he plays the villains, the worst people om earth literally so well. Such a great actor.

@trollreign1046

4 ай бұрын

Got kinda typecasted for his intimidating looks in English language films, he is very versatile in Danish ones. Fantastic actor nevertheless.

@MrsLPAmy

4 ай бұрын

@@trollreign1046 Yeah, I really gotta watch his Danish movies, too!

@trollreign1046

4 ай бұрын

@@MrsLPAmy Definitely start with Another Round and The Hunt by director Thomas Vinterberg. Incredible and humanistic lead performance in both.

Hanibal is undoubtedly his best performance, very memorable and unique acting

I'd love to see Mads Mikkelsen and Viggo Mortensen in a film together playing the leads. It could be about brothers, enemies, lovers, colleagues, whatever. They're so wonderful both as actors and as people, downtoearth and genuine.

@captainp.2721

10 ай бұрын

OMG yes make this happen.

@vazhatavberidze5040

10 ай бұрын

Beat me to it! Similar vibes

@WitnessThis1000

10 ай бұрын

Lovers? What do you mean?

@kailovi

10 ай бұрын

@@WitnessThis1000 I just listed different dynamics they could play out on the silverscreen. Viggo is 7years older than Mads, they both speak Danish and are two handsome devils, they could pass for brothers on screen, but just as easily play lovers, colleagues, enemies etc. It's called acting, and I'd really just want to see them create movie magic together as they're both phenomenal in their craft. Don't really care about the genre, though an intimate smaller indie piece would really give them room to flex those acting muscles.

@captainp.2721

10 ай бұрын

@@WitnessThis1000 degeneracy

I was a complete wreck after watching Jagten/The Hunt. Mads' performance in that movie was phenomenal. He always brings so much passion and emotion into his characters. He is one of a kind!

@thaisgomes3637

10 ай бұрын

An excellent movie!!

@pleaserunmeoverwithasubaru6761

10 ай бұрын

one of my favorite movies for sure

When I first heard they were going to make a Hannibal tv show I didn't think they could do it. I just couldn't see how they would pull him off. THEN I saw who they cast and immediately said this is going to be amazing. He is such an amazing actor. He has so many other amazing roles.

this men is so beautiful and talented, I honestly watch any movie just to see him act

Mads has this ability to inject heart and soul in all of his characters, no matter if they're evil, chaotic or just normal people trying to deal with life. It's impossible not to love them. It always fascinates me how lovingly he speaks of each of them. He's a very special human with a free spirit.

@Fricroller

10 ай бұрын

I love how you said this

Mads is definitely in my Top 10 of favorite actors.

@MrFichstar

10 ай бұрын

If you want to watch some of his great performances in danish comedies, watch these badboys : Flickering Light (2000) The Green Butchers (2003) Adam's Apples (2005) Men & Chicken (2015) Riders of Justice (2020)

He should win an oscar

@Ale-st1hy

10 ай бұрын

REAL

For everyone who made it far into Death Stranding game Mads really nailed his character in that game really well too and the boss fights with him was epic for me!

@MrXBT2000

8 ай бұрын

Yeah, it also has a different feel than a movie character when you get to interact with the character. Personally I'm no big fan of boss fights, but with Cliff Unger it was a unique feeling of calmness in the heat of the battle - as if time stood still, much thanks to Mads' voice acting. Death Stranding is quite unique in so many ways, one thing is the action to calmness contrast. The Cliff-BB cutscenes also plays a big part in that - a moment of calmness before heading out again. Oh, and thanks for the birthday greeting, Mads

Binged Hannibal a month ago, for about 8th time since 2015. It's one of a few shows that can make me very emotional. Mad's acting in S2 and S3 finales I'll never forget. 👏

@AprilGabrielle

10 ай бұрын

Last time I binged I cried for half an hour at the finale. I don't ever want to not cry at the finale.

-"Hannibal" is one of the most beautiful things I have ever watched in my life! (still pissed at them for ending it so abruptly!) -SO glad they mentioned "Valhalla rising", massively underrated & one of my favourite films; -Nobody asked me, but I would've given him an Oscar or two for that heartbreaking portrayal in "Jagten/The hunt"!

@elainethomas9737

10 ай бұрын

Me to still made about the cancelation of Hannibal 😡

@Outistichna

10 ай бұрын

@@elainethomas9737 Watched some crew interview a few months back and they all said they'd do it in a heartbeat! Someone just doesn't want us to enjoy beautiful things...

@martinturon4799

10 ай бұрын

His performance in The Hunt should’ve gotten him every award possible , it was so amazing…

@XcitedBenle

10 ай бұрын

Not to mention "Adam's Apples" and "The Green Butchers"! I LOVE both of these movies.

Mads is so humble and down to earth like most Scandinavians. Remember growing up watching him in the Pusher movies nice too see that Hollywood hasnt changed him😊

Mad's portrayal of Hannibal was one of the best in cinematic history.

"...my iconic characters, some people tell me." omg that smile. Mads simply IS iconic and i will literally watch anything he is in.

Probably the most versatile Actor today. Think about how many large and small films he has been in? You always remember if he was in it because he knocks it out of the park. Bravo to his amazing filmography and always excited to see what he does next.

@cuchelo1

10 ай бұрын

Honestly I feel like all of his roles are iconic, even if the project isn't well-known. He's just absolutely incredible.

@Soggywafflecakes

10 ай бұрын

He could totally play a badass dracula

@LBCGremlin

10 ай бұрын

@@Soggywafflecakes that’s actually super interesting casting.

@LBCGremlin

10 ай бұрын

@@cuchelo1 I agree. Especially his foreign films. You get why he is cast in so many big films

Mads is a brilliant actor - Im so glad they included THE HUNT and ANOTHER ROUND. Very early in his career, he's in a terrific Swedish crime Coen Brothers type film, FLICKERING LIGHTS and he was amazing in that as well.

I still cannot get over his performance as Hannibal. He was amazing ❤

Mads's Le Chiffre was the scariest Bond villain bc he made the character feel very real, grounded, and unpredictable. He had a human touch to him, relatable. His best role was Hannibal Lector though, that TV show was art on screen.

@ashish_sunny

10 ай бұрын

Oh and 'The Hunt' of course. Beautiful, very very sad movie.

@timrush9779

10 ай бұрын

And that he wasn't trying to take over the world, which is what we expect these days. It was just for money.

@ashish_sunny

9 ай бұрын

@@timrush9779 exactly! Well said!

@ashish_sunny

9 ай бұрын

@@timrush9779 Vincent Donofrio's Kingpin was scary in this very same regard.

@timrush9779

8 ай бұрын

@@ashish_sunny I'm one of few who don't love him in that role.

I had the pleasure of a 10-15min conversation with Mr. Mikkelsen many years ago after he had just finished Hannibal - Absolute gentleman!

@aurwood68

10 ай бұрын

Would you please elaborate on the conversation?

@ZytphenA

10 ай бұрын

@@aurwood68 It was during the premiere of Salvation - very generous with time and energy at a time I am sure he was stressed and in High demand

@kasugasawa839

10 ай бұрын

wow, at his peak then

@aurwood68

10 ай бұрын

​@@ZytphenAty for your answer.

@TheNaturalGamer1

10 ай бұрын

Yeah sure you did buddy he'd never talk to the likes of you

He honestly has the coolest voice and personality. Such a talented actor too!!!

I think Mads really deserves a big role as a protagonist at this point. He is such a brilliant actor, I wish I could see him as a deep character in a dramatic movie or something

The Hunt was... wow. Hard to watch, but the unfairness, cruelty and powerlessness of it all was incredibly well portrayed. Glad to see it here being discussed a little as well

@apinkgoat

7 ай бұрын

The Hunt actually made me cry. The whole situation is so dreadful. I'd almost consider it a horror because of how excruciating some of it is. Amazing film that really grips you

@icebox1954

6 ай бұрын

​​@@apinkgoatI got a job cleaning in a kindergarten and ever since The Hunt I've actively avoided interactions with children and it's a shame because kids at that age are surprisingly kind and inquisitive creatures. The movie was so powerful it permanently changed my comfortability with children. What a movie.

@Betty.Pfeffer

5 ай бұрын

The dog scene shocked me

@counselor7714

4 ай бұрын

I cried so much during that movie. It's one of those I wouldn't dare to watch again

@sp33drr

3 ай бұрын

@@counselor7714 I jerked through it. 3/10.

Mads is such an incredible actor. Fellow American fans of his should really check out some earlier Danish films he's been in like Adam's Apples, Flickering Lights, The Green Butchers, After The Wedding, A Royal Affair, and Pusher. Flickering Lights in particular is a really incredible movie. I really wish Nikolaj Lie Kaas got more love in American films too, he's another really great Danish actor who was in a lot of those aforementioned movies.

@asgermadsen2296

10 ай бұрын

I can recommend the "Department Q" movies. Where Nikolaj plays the lead as an investigator. 4 films. All amazing!

@dontnukeluke

10 ай бұрын

I second this heavily

@jonasschjerning1319

10 ай бұрын

Very true!

@joe2751

10 ай бұрын

im very happy that you have found those movies!

@keepXonXrockin

10 ай бұрын

I was gonna say, they ignored his danish filmography... That's where I first saw him

He is one of the few examples for the definition of "being aged like a dine wine."

I love that the world got to see the talent this danish gem has, he is soo versatile and almost always makes you forget it’s him playing a character, worldwide known for his villain roles and natively in Denmark for his roles in classic dark comedies, great actor

His portrayal of Kaicilius in Doctor Strange was really strong. It was a thankless villain role but by sheer talent alone Mads made it memorable.

@WonderKidWunderkind-ig1ms

10 ай бұрын

And I love his relative humility, his willingness to accept major villain role after villain role. He realizes that his career will ultimately be defined by the smaller indie roles he takes and is therefore willing to get those big paychecks when they come. It’s knowing your priorities and not rushing the process. A lesson for all of us.

Omg I can't believe you guys finally got him on this. Such a legendary actor. He's been in nearly every big franchise.

His break through in DK was 'Rejseholdet' and his role in one of the most iconic Danish film 'Blinkende lygter' he portrayed the dark Danish humor.

One of my favorite actors ever. His aura is just so intense when he acts. Brings shivers down your spine.

I fell in love with Mads through his performance in Hannibal. Such a gruesome show but soooo well done. The way he talks about Hannibal here shows how much he understood the character, and it showed in his acting. And dang, Mads is so dang hot!!!!! 🥵

His performance as Hannibal was the one of the best in TV history

Can hear the Danish intonation more than usual. He's such a treasure ! Love everything about him

Hannibal is amazing yes, but The Hunt is absolutely devastating. It is one of the most depressing works I have ever encountered and Mads' performance is pitch perfect. Innocent but guarded, cynical but empathetic. I cannot recommend it enough if you're able to stomach the premise

@justalittleme

6 ай бұрын

what is the premise?

@thenoose9800

6 ай бұрын

@@justalittleme A pre-school worker is falsely accused of being a p*dophile and has to deal with the fallout.

@justalittleme

6 ай бұрын

@@thenoose9800 oh goodness. i should probably wait before watching that

@MegaMerdeux

6 ай бұрын

​@@justalittlemeit's a fantastic film. But yes, it is hard too watch

@Hysteria98

3 ай бұрын

@@thenoose9800Well you obviously must have handled it well- you had to even censor the word paedophile, for some bizarre reason.

So proud of Mads getting big outside of Denmark, he was already big here, now the world sees what he can do, too bad that it's a more limited audience to his danish movies, which contains some real classics.

@rudheinsby8458

10 ай бұрын

@@QueenNikki563 Adams æbler, De grønne slagtere, blinkende lygter... Danish classics

@ThugHans89

10 ай бұрын

​@@QueenNikki563definitely watch Adam's apples. It's one of the greatest movies I've watched.

@markokaranfilovski6840

5 ай бұрын

Hunt, Another round, Pusher, In China they eat dogs@@QueenNikki563

@CitrineDream

28 күн бұрын

He's so cool. I've watched four of his Danish films so far.

Mads is truly one of the best villain actors that we have nowadays. Every movie hes in he has this aura that just cant be recreated by other actors.

As a Dane I've been a fan of Mads for as long as I can remember, and seeing him get such widespread recognition warms my heart! I'm so happy you also included some of his Danish films! Would've loved to see him talk about some of his more comedic roles, like the ones in Green Butchers, Adam's Apples or Flickering Lights.

I love him. Best actor, charming personality, love the way he looks, love his tone and voice. hope he keep play many films in the future. love love love.

I'm so happy to see The Hunt included in this list! I didn't think enough people would have seen it, and it therefore wouldn't be considered iconic compared to some of his others... He was brilliant as ever in that, and it was such a heartbreaking story!

If anyone wants to REALLY dig in to his best roles, you have to check out his roles in danish movies like "De Grønne Slagtere" and "Adams Æbler". Truly amazing!

@ZapOKill

10 ай бұрын

I totally agree on Adams Æbler, this was his Opus magnum. Such a perfect and disturbing performance, I still get goosebumps when thinking about it.

@benschrose

10 ай бұрын

I second that! both awesome movies!

@moniqueconlan2149

10 ай бұрын

Another round as well!

@SelkeaRambles

10 ай бұрын

En kongelig affære, too!!

@Bonde7280

10 ай бұрын

Blinkende lygter!

The Hunt truly was one of his monumental performance on the screen....made me cry...unforgetable

I'm glad "The Hunt" is on there, one of the best movies I've seen with Mads Mikkelsen, it's a heartbreaking story and he plays it so well.

He is one of my favorite actors of all time. I could hear him talk all day.

To me, he's the iconic bond villain of the modern age. Menacing, capable, calculating and able to beat Bond on occasion in their cat-and-mouse games. Casino Royale is such a great movie and he's the best part of it imo!

Nice that you so mentioned the danish movies too - thanks!

Watched Hannibal series 3 or 4 times already. It's a feast for an eye. Every time. The best performance of Mads Mikkelsen in my opinion by far considering brilliant play of a master Sir Anthony Hopkins, Mads could reinvent the character which is an outstanding feat on itself.

I remember "Another Round" mysteriously appearing in the small town cinema at my town. And I embraced it. I was struggling with my mental health, having forgotten the reason to live and take care of my self along the way. Yet this Movie was so touching I made a habit out of dressing nicely and watching that movie every wednesday for as long as it ran. For a few hours every wednesday, my life was fine. Movies have the potential to really talk to the audience. I also love that about Adam's Apples btw, a movie that was darkly funny and yet disturbingly personal - Mads portrayed a priest and did an amazing job imho.

@jonasjrgensen6274

10 ай бұрын

try " Flickering Lights " or " The Green Butchers " if u like Adams apples

@salivatinggreed4219

9 ай бұрын

This is beautiful and I bet that if Mads knew this, he would be so delighted

One of the best actors working today

@Inactiveidontusethis

10 ай бұрын

And the hottest

@MrFichstar

10 ай бұрын

His best movies aren't even mentioned in this video. Watch these movies (Subtitles are needed, cause dane speak lol) : Flickering Light (2000) The Green Butchers (2003) Adam's Apples (2005) Men & Chicken (2015) Riders of Justice (2020)

that in an interview breaking down his roles, he can't help but keep talking positively about the people he worked with speaks strongly to his character. He seems like a class act

One of my favorite actors! It'd be very interesting to see him do theater, but I don't know if he does (or anymore). His voice is amazing.

Mads is brilliant. Him as Cliff Unger is still one of my favs. He's one of those actors that is recognized but doesn't get enough recognition for his talent. Hannibal was just so well done, he draws u in with every word

@usernameRika

9 ай бұрын

That scene at the end with him and Sam is probably the best directed and acted scene in gaming, ever.

I’m so glad mads is getting the recognition he deserves. I never thought someone could play a better Hannibal than Anthony Hopkins till I saw mads performance.

Unbelievable bond villain probably the best I all of bond history

For other fans of him, I can really recommend is brilliant danish movies! I just love "Adam's Apples" and "Flame and Citron". Really big performances by him!

one thing about mads mikkelsen is he's gonna defend his characters no matter because he understands them in a deep way. idk if it's the “see the beauty in dark characters” thing or if he just likes them but i really love it

He absolutely murdered it as Hannibal. He probably outperformed Anthony Hopkins🔥🔥

@bytefu

5 күн бұрын

He definitely did. Mads' performance is much more subtle. Though we should give credit to writers as well, since the show is not a direct translation of Thomas Harris' books to TV, and the character of Hannibal is different.

He is one of the reasons Casino Royale is an outstanding film. The first third an action film, second a drama/thriller, third a tragic love story all combined to make a terrific film. Craig, Mads and Eva are on absolutely top form and justifiably Royale gave them the exposure to be big stars.

Mads have that kinda aura that surrounds him that make him the fearsome yet the wisest guy in the room the Valhalla Rising was just the peak of his art for me, the tapestry of that movie was so oppressing like something crushing your chest that i can't watch it again; yet it was masterfully crafted even the silence was key to understanding that movie which was interesting to say the least !!.....i love Mads he is just special !!

If you like Mads as an actor, watch HANNIBAL. If this had been a movie, he would have been nominated for an Oscar and maybe won it. His presence is breathtaking.

"Pusher" was absolutely amazing - only movie I ever saw twice in the cinemas. I lived in that part of the Copenhagen (Vesterbro) at the time (1996), with fringe acquaintances to "the scene" and an observant eye. Real locations, real vibe. No glorified crime, just a tour of the layers below.

@losrajvosa0078

8 ай бұрын

Is that movie when he stoles a ferrari ?

Plays "One-Eye" on a movie called Vahalla Rising. I think he never spoke but his acting is incredible.

Valhalla Rising is such a dope film and Mads character in it is probably one of my favorite film characters.

I am sending prayers into the void for a fourth season of Hannibal, you have no idea what that would mean to so many of us. He is absolutely phenomenal.

@naazahs9045

10 ай бұрын

Not having more seasons feels like a grave injustice. There was such poise and elegance in that show it rubbed off on the viewer themselves. Wish I had a couple hundred millions to just hand it over for the continuation of this piece of fantastic art and it would be money well spent, every cent of it.

@TheNaturalGamer1

10 ай бұрын

You want forgiveness? Go to church

My favorite actor of all time! Love him in everything especially his Danish films. Hope he’s allowed to be more than a villain in Hollywood’s eyes (even though he’s such a great one)

@Noah-pq8rv

10 ай бұрын

5/5 Mads Mikkelsen Projects: The Hunt, Another Round, Hannibal, Pusher II and Casino Royale

The first film I saw him in was Polar. There are very few actors who can pull off a movie with just one other cast member, almost no dialogue and no back story. He's one.

Amazing video. Seeing him in The Hunt was the reason I started following his movies. He's a fabulous actor!