Mahershala Ali Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ
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Mahershala Ali breaks down his most iconic characters, including his roles in 'Moonlight,' 'Green Book,' 'True Detective,' 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' and 'Swan Song.'
“Swan Song,” starring and produced by two-time Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali, is out now in theaters and available globally on Apple TV+
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It's a shame how low the view count is on this video compared to most of the other breakdown videos. He's one of the best actors around.
@bosk129
2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing
@OJrB100
2 жыл бұрын
Wait til blade comes out
@libbiehorn3546
Жыл бұрын
Stop and look at how there are almost none of these videos of women actors. I’ve seen two.
@tangerinesarebetterthanora7060
Жыл бұрын
@@libbiehorn3546 to be fair gq is a magazine that was designed for men.
@abigailgarcia3090
Жыл бұрын
@@OJrB100 omg is he playing blade!?! 😍
His role in moonlight moved me in so many ways probably one of my favorite movies ever made
@kareem2457
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah for sure but green book was just breath taking
Unbelievably underrated actor
@Cocolatine1111
2 жыл бұрын
Well he does have 2 Oscars ;)
@ftuT
2 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't say that. 2 oscars, many lead and supporting roles, an upcoming MCU project in the lead. He doesn't seem interested in doing many big budget blockbusters.
@frankywilliam8073
2 жыл бұрын
Good points
@hklegomaster
2 жыл бұрын
First Muslim to win two Oscars
@hectorhusselby2504
2 жыл бұрын
Wtf he aint underrated his like an A list actor 😂
I don’t think the producers knew how good Mahershala was gonna be on Luke Cage season 1. But I’m happy he’s blade now.
@MrJeter32
2 жыл бұрын
Yea his character was killed off too soon, I think he could have made for a great villain for at least 3 or 4 seasons.
@RustyX2010
2 жыл бұрын
Yes he was a good tragic villain that was killed off way too son in the series
@georgefotisdramesiotis9061
2 жыл бұрын
Luckily his character was killed not causing to many problems now that he is blade
@JonahIsrael
Жыл бұрын
Man cottonmouth made the first season
The most down to earth actor to ever grace the screen. He's such a humble guy.
Hes gonna crush it as BLADE.
@BD-zs5zd
2 жыл бұрын
"Are you sure you're ready for that Mr. Whitman?"
@obmarte3803
2 жыл бұрын
Disagree. He's too soft-edged. But, I'll take it.
@djuanbenjamin9149
2 жыл бұрын
He gave me Blade vibes in Alita Battle Angel.
@obmarte3803
2 жыл бұрын
@@djuanbenjamin9149 Ew. I'm sorry you saw that.
@kharideal62
2 жыл бұрын
@@obmarte3803 soft edged? He played cottonmouth on Luke cage
In order to pay him the attention that he deserves I first had to get over the outfit. The stylist CRUSHED it. Mahershala breathing life onto pink. Having said that.. what a wonderful person.
@josepha133
2 жыл бұрын
I don't think it's a stylist's doing, I think Mahershala actually just has an insane fashion sense.
I LOVE his voice. Can’t wait to see him as Blade. He’s going to kill it. Fantastic casting.
His performance as Juan was a masterclass in subtlety.
This is my first time hearing his natural voice. After watching green book and his persona and voice in that role, I’m so shocked! Phenomenal performance as Dr Shirley!
Love Mahershala... such a talented and kind human being. One of the best actors of our generation right now. He was excellent in Rami and Moonlight was one of my favorite films I've seen. Such an impactful actor.
He should’ve gotten the Emmy for True Detective
@newagain9964
2 жыл бұрын
I don’t care about awards. But he he was stellar in that role.
@TheRamsberg
Жыл бұрын
Yes!!!
His perfomance on Luke Cage was amazing. Great actor!
No rami? That was one of my favorite roles of his.
@Cocolatine1111
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! This comment! His character made me realize he is a true force to be reckoned with
There is a grace to his roles that I do not think can be replicated by anyone else.
Mahershala Ali is so completely under-rated. This man's ability is taken for granted, BECAUSE he absolutely disappears into his character to such a degree, it's completely overlooked. And to top it off, he's just such a cool laid-back dude. Someone you'd really like to sit down and knock back a few with, and uniquely would be down-to-Earth enough to appreciate the interaction.
And now he’s to play Blade. I’m super hyped.
U can tell he loves what he does for a living
One of the most underrated actors
@Chris24_
2 жыл бұрын
He’s a 2 time Oscar winner 😂
@Partizan145
2 жыл бұрын
@@Chris24_ that's right. He doesn't get talked enough
@Chris24_
2 жыл бұрын
@@Partizan145 I think that’s cause he isn’t a “movie star” per say(this will change when Blade comes out) but he’s definitely one of the most celebrated actors of this generation.
man, pink looks so good on dark skin tones.
Such a joy to have his processes and insights, challenges, goals and triumphs explained so frankly is wonderful. Thank you for sharing such a compelling talent.
He seems so humble and thoughtful what a wonderful actor and man
Man, I did not realize how many productions this man was a part of that I was a fan of. The 4400? Benjamin Button? I really need to go back and watch these again.
Him and Yahya Abdul Mateen are slowly becoming my favorites.
@kaschmir3
2 жыл бұрын
Same! I'm especially looking forward to Abdul Mateen's future
@Antwannnn
2 жыл бұрын
dont forget lakeith stanfield!
@tlars515
2 жыл бұрын
@@Antwannnn dude is absolutely crushing it
This is a beautiful black man.
Watching this man act in Green Book with Viggo Mortensen was such an experience 🔥
Mahershala Ali one of the greatest actors of our time! 🤗👏🤸🏼💝
He was so good in the role I stopped watching Luke Cage when they killed his character
He has a soothing voice.
I just finished his season of True Detective and I knew I had to find an interview of him talking about this role. He disappeared in Wayne! Absolutely blown away by him.
Moonlight is one of the best stories I have ever seen in film 😭
_moonlight_ & _green book_ are crazy good movies.
@kareem2457
2 жыл бұрын
Probably an easy top 50 movies all time in the future. Green book was so good
His performance in season 3 of True Detective is criminally underrated, as is season 3 imo.
He was amazing in True Detective and House of Cards, and also The Place Beyond the Pines!
Incredible talent, humble and kind person on top of it.
He is so passionate about what he does! I love and appreciate that passion, that's what makes him the best!
This was really great! I enjoyed watching and listening. I was actually intrigued by this interview.
He's a tremendous actor. Will be reminded for being one of the greatest in the Future.
he is really calm and humble
he’s gonna be an icon oh my god
Such a brilliant, talented and beautiful actor. Love watching him on tv and hearing him speak
He was perfect in The Green Book
He makes my heart happy. Most beautiful eyes
Hearing him talk about acting is on par with hearing Tarantino talk about directing, only less hyperactive. You can practically feel the passion ooze out of the screen.
S3 of True Detective is a masterpiece imo. I am so excited to see this man as Blade!!!
One of the best actors around, my bf gets super excited when we see his name in films or series.
This is my Muslim husband. I love him to pieces. Such an amazing actor!!!!
Thank u for true detective season 3. Absolutely crushed it sir
no cause the way i'm obsessed with him! LOVE ME SIR! PLS
I LOVE his voice, ever since i've seen him in Green Book as Dr Shirley and I've been so obsessed with him ❤❤
Mahershala Ali, Lakeith Stanfield and Yahya Abdul Mateen in one movie is what I ask, please and thank you.
My favourite actor, so versatile
Love to this actor!! The green book is one of my favourite films!! He's awesome and such a cool dude!!!
Best actor of the past decade. Pure talent. He’ll certainly win more awards.
I love and admire this guy, he's such a great Actor. If I am to choose a favorite movie he's done, it will be Green Book
@MultiJames236
Жыл бұрын
Viggo should have gotten the Oscar
One of my favorite actors working right now👏🏾
Love him he is like Oscar man 😍
There's a man who has the aura of a middle aged man when he's on screen and then energy and vitality of a man in his late 20's off screen. Great Actor
He was actually great in the 4400 and was one of the best characters… probably was channeling his grandfather as his character was a Korean War pilot… underrated for actor for sure
Never clicked on something this fast! 🔥🔥
Everytime he played in a movie, the movie was great
I thought the way he sounded in House of Cards and True Detective was his real voice lol. Great actor
Moonlight was actually why I didn’t catch on to this amazing actor at first. Until I saw his other roles . Now when I see him I watch
Great actor and a great man❤
adore this man. forever and always.
His performance in Green Book is phenomenal
that Cameron pink going hard
@DetectiveTrupo203
3 ай бұрын
Range look like Laffy taffy
Excellent actor one of my faves
I love him so much. Cottonmouth and blade
I really like Mahershala! [ Moonlight ] & [ Green Book ] is the best!
Marshall Ali is Denzel Washington and James Earl Jones if they fused together
@TerenceThomas-vd4rl
7 ай бұрын
I'd say Denzel , Wesley and hint of Paul Robenson , he was a division 1 baller and rapper named Prince Ali
I can’t believe Mahershali Ali made a movie with David Fincher… absolute legendary duo. I hope they do more collaborations.
Cast him as the Emperor in Dune Part Two
This guy is such a good actor🔥
Love this guy.. fr ‼️
Love him Never heard of him before green book but he’s one of the greats
Swan Song Swan Song Swan Song so beautiful.
Beautiful guy 😍
he is the most talented actor out there. incredible!
His most iconic?! This man's whole career is iconic! Pick any character...
Green Book is such a great piece!
He was great in Green book, and of course in my favorite film of all time The curious case of Benjamin Button he is a phenomenal actor !
He's just fantastic
I'm so excited to see what he does with Blade!!!!!
Incredible actor. He will kill it as blade.
Swan Song was beautiful
THIS MAN!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍
Legend. Future blade🔥🔥
How is this the best, most empathetic, most thought out behind the character that I have ever seen? By far… I feel like I’ve grown just watching this. He has a new mega fan!
Awesome
What a charming man
Legendary
Cant wait for his Blade movie ♥️💜💛
I loved him as Cottonmouth. Looking forward to seeing him as Blade.
Great actor
He is so phenomenal in the green book
Amazing actor I've been a fan since House of Cards.
He crushed it on House of Cards.
You are so important Mr Ali. ❤️
He’s very underrated