This movie changed her career. She was amazing. And also with two legends Gary oldman and Jean Reno. One of my favourite movies.

@xenaguy01

3 жыл бұрын

1:00 Her first flick. Some local and stage only.

@TH33QUALIZ3R

3 жыл бұрын

Gawd, I loved this film. I haven't watched it in years.

@erikheddergott5514

3 жыл бұрын

Changed her Career? Started her Career I would say.

@topfitnessssss

3 жыл бұрын

@@erikheddergott5514 More like it yes ..

@pythagoras7218

3 жыл бұрын

so smart

Young Natalie is just so completely at ease with Jean Reno. Notice she is sitting completely on the right side of her chair, very close to Jean. Says a lot about the wonderful bond they developed working together. Also speaks volumes about what a great guy Jean had to be, to be able to relate so well to a young child actress so as to give her that ease and familiar comfort with him. Very cute the way Natalie is looking at Jean as he is speaking, almost like he's her big brother!

@xxxFuncreatorxxx

3 жыл бұрын

. ... It seems like a countless number of comments since somebody else realising that. ..

@robertoh3633

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe she had a crush

@63DW89A

2 жыл бұрын

@@robertoh3633 She very likely did at this time. Crushes are very common for a young girl / woman at that age. Natalie's complete ease and comfort with Jean Reno speaks volumes to his character; he responded to her "crush" as a big brother, giving her love, affection, attention, and treating her as an adult when speaking with her. Being her "big brother" keeps the crush in a safe zone, while treating her and her emotions with respect and care. It is the best thing an older man can do when a young girl / woman develops a crush towards him.

@tristandimitrijev3195

2 жыл бұрын

FBI open up.She is a kid, LIKE WTF she is not dressed properly for a kid.Alos romentasising about a kid

@johnnycreighton29

2 жыл бұрын

@@elypowell6797 my sister is a far right Republican; she seems to believe the lie. I don't think there's anything intrinsically "leftist" about it. Kindly back up what you say, or remove or edit your post, please.

One of the greatest films ever made! Period.

@Ed-Mace

3 жыл бұрын

Very powerful movie. One of my definite favorites.

@isaacrg5165

3 жыл бұрын

By far, my favorite movie i think.

@ancientname

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed highly.

@badlie4858

3 жыл бұрын

one of the most disturbing attempts to romanticize pedophilia, i'd say.

@buntaii9878

3 жыл бұрын

@@badlie4858 *facepalm*

I love how Natalie smile when Jean is trying to speak English lol

@marinamorozova4737

3 жыл бұрын

She just had a crush on him)) after many years natalie told that herself

@damienf5006

3 жыл бұрын

Марина Морозова proof?

@damienf5006

3 жыл бұрын

Марина Морозова i love Russia because I love Tarkovsky’s movies

@marinamorozova4737

3 жыл бұрын

@@damienf5006 Oh, I'm so glade to hear it)) because I'm from Russia;)) but I like the most american and french movies)

@damienf5006

3 жыл бұрын

Марина Морозова I’m french so I’m glad too

I really happy that Leon is alive here🤣

@panda_bear_socks3472

3 жыл бұрын

I was sobbing at his death 😭

@VisionsDark

3 жыл бұрын

nice spoiler.

@tonymontana4284

2 жыл бұрын

1994 ? Spoiling ?

@bonsaiwithluv

2 жыл бұрын

@@VisionsDark the movie came out 27 years ago... at this point it's all on you if you get spoiled

@leonrothier6638

2 жыл бұрын

Why thank you

Natilie never let her childhood stardom corrupt her like most child stars. Loved her in black swan, Heat, professional, and everything else. Thank you for your hard work.

@joebidens_touchyhands9477

2 жыл бұрын

If I was Leon I would've filled Matilda up with heavy artillery. Can't blame me.

@AA-wl3te

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but it did corrupt her unfortunately and u can see it as u mentioned "black swan" 99% actors get ruined in this demonic maze...

@FirstLast-cd6vv

2 жыл бұрын

@@AA-wl3te No, she's very educated and grounded and never went through the typical drugs, drinking and promiscuous phase that's so common in Hollywood.

@joebidens_touchyhands9477

2 жыл бұрын

@Felix2002 Where is he hiding??? I didn't know he was missing. Bozo.

@joebidens_touchyhands9477

2 жыл бұрын

@Felix2002 Tour middle name is snitch. FYTB

Natalie portman was so mature for her age omg 😳

@bagdadaladin8672

3 жыл бұрын

Stay cool

@alexismamadou2193

3 жыл бұрын

Reporter: Talk about smoke and mirrors, right!? -Natalie: Wut?? -Reporter: It was a pun sweetheart but you'll get it later. I will talk to Jean now... lol

@aopt471

3 жыл бұрын

Would you please take a seat.

@dylanloth8705

3 жыл бұрын

@@bagdadaladin8672 this comment deserves more likes.......

@dylanloth8705

3 жыл бұрын

@@bagdadaladin8672 your comment deserves more likes*

this is incredible that after filming Leon they never saw each other again until Natalie saw to Reno in a restaurant and she went to your table to hug him in 2015

@titsama273

3 жыл бұрын

How do you know it? I searched many times if they saw each other again and found nothing 😔

@marvinsilverman4394

3 жыл бұрын

@@titsama273 it said Jean Reno in an interview natalie saw to Jean and went to your table to salute and hug him Natalie was with your husband and children it happened in France

@titsama273

3 жыл бұрын

@@marvinsilverman4394 ok thanks 😉

@angeltrasvina8116

3 жыл бұрын

@@marvinsilverman4394 *her husband, she's not my wife 😜 i wish but not😢

@Inlinetodie

3 жыл бұрын

You imagine a part deux Leon faked his death...she became an assassin...she finds Leon...on the Moon...where they send all the people that are supposedly dead...

Incredible tale of bond between an adult and a troubled 12 year old girl. Very much sensitive roles played beautifully both actors. A hitman does not take advantage of vulnerable 12 year old turns out to be her protector; ultimately sacrificing his life for a good cause.

@elfsieben1450

3 жыл бұрын

The killer in some way is still a child at heart, like a grown-up child soldier. It's a film about two broken people who are sweet with each other but only know violence outside of what they have together.

@humanforotherhumans

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for telling us about the ending of the movie😬

@emotionz3

3 жыл бұрын

@@humanforotherhumans cmon who hasn’t seen this movie!?

@humanforotherhumans

3 жыл бұрын

@@emotionz3 Meredith L. Klassen and her family.

@eyeland68

2 жыл бұрын

@@humanforotherhumans right lol I just re- watched it last night on netflix..best movie ever!

Jean Reno, Natalie Portman and Gary Oldman. Luc Besson at direction. What a damn masterpiece.

@ekaterinap.1950

27 күн бұрын

100%

How refreshing to hear a professional interviewer with sensible questions... Great stuff

@spikespa5208

2 жыл бұрын

But we didn't get to find out what her favorite color is!

@SuicidalSummerSnowWoman

2 жыл бұрын

@@spikespa5208 😆

@ASMRyouVEGANyet

10 ай бұрын

Bobbie is one of the best!

That movie is SO good. Two terribly lonely people that somehow become entwined in a surreal situation. The goodbye scene just rips your heart out. Leon is the hero everyone wishes they could be in the end.

MASTERPIECE of a film. It's a trip down memory lane, a feeling, a memory. These two made history forever.

@osiamfilms

2 жыл бұрын

So true, i'm nostalgic for a time I was even alive for

@ricpowers1475

2 жыл бұрын

Very well said. These two share a beautiful and deep connection...so at ease with each other.

@greatestever7623

2 жыл бұрын

Faqssssss that film is timeless

Takes a true professional actor to play that kinda role at 11.😳

@robertbaeza5912

3 жыл бұрын

she was 13 not 11

@vegeta1885

3 жыл бұрын

@@robertbaeza5912 12, they shot before

@josephmercel1146

3 жыл бұрын

@@vegeta1885 Just 12, they started filming 1 june 1993 and Natalie birthday is the 9 june (1981).

@DarkCloudNC

3 жыл бұрын

WTF SHE WAS 11? And you people thought this was ok???

@Cutay7BOOTAY

3 жыл бұрын

@@DarkCloudNC you know this a movie right? You know she is actress right? Did you hear her say certain things were removed because her management “they” didn’t feel comfortable with it?

What a masterpiece of a movie 🎥 👌 😍

@vikramadoddamani

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more. Where’re u from?

@Jman417

2 жыл бұрын

True

@danka1167

Жыл бұрын

@@vikramadoddamani w rizz imho

@tru2harris998

2 ай бұрын

VERY SAD ENDING LOSING RENO, I WISH THERE WAS A DIFFERENT ENDING FOR HIM XXX ❤❤❤

3:34 When Jean Reno says 'Gary Oldman' the subtitles print 'gay old man' :-)

@coralinejones994

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@miyojewoltsnasonth2159

3 жыл бұрын

@IP What's even funnier is that it actually sounds like he _does_ say "Gay Old Man." :)

@Firefoxtony

3 жыл бұрын

@@miyojewoltsnasonth2159 🤣🤣 just said the same lol

@patmat.

3 жыл бұрын

😂 🤣

@criztu

2 жыл бұрын

well, he did was been in Batman..

Jean Reno is a class act. He seems genuinely nice and humble.

"THISSSSSS ISSSSSSS FORRRRRRR MA----TIILLLLDAAAAAAA"😢😢😢😢

@mildayakamsali2903

3 жыл бұрын

hahaha i remeber the scene

@mildayakamsali2903

3 жыл бұрын

and i read it like how leon said🤣

@marioalberto9763

3 жыл бұрын

@@mildayakamsali2903 🤣🤣😂😂

@annaromanu1511

3 жыл бұрын

It's not me crying , you are

@slowky7154

3 жыл бұрын

nope THISSSSSSSS ISSSSSS A GIFFFTTT FROMMM MMMA TILDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Jean Reno seems to be such a sweet guy. Amazing actor. Natalie well, so smart and talented.

I can’t believe this was her acting debut absolutely spectacular

She blossomed into a beautiful woman

@ravenbishop5232

2 жыл бұрын

@@milanberesnevicius9875 Both, this movie and later

@ShiniiXO

2 жыл бұрын

🤨

@criztu

2 жыл бұрын

especially after she was taken into possession by the alien from outer space in that Annihillation movie

@curio8093

2 жыл бұрын

@@milanberesnevicius9875 how old r u ?

@thugrose1771

3 ай бұрын

​@@ShiniiXOshe's in her 40s now bro

She had such a poise about her as a kid, and it reminds me of myself. People used to tell me I was so mature for my age and had an ‘old soul.’ Natalie speaks with grace.

@washoe4827

3 жыл бұрын

they lied to you so as to not hurt your feelings

@cemilecemile2163

3 жыл бұрын

😄

@osiamfilms

2 жыл бұрын

I was told the same thing as child and still, I jokingly believe I was born in the wrong generation

@joebidens_touchyhands9477

2 жыл бұрын

@@washoe4827 If I was Leon I would've filled Matilda up with heavy artillery. Can't blame me.

@lavarball528

2 жыл бұрын

@@joebidens_touchyhands9477 I hope you mean guns

This is a movie that definitely makes an impression on anybody who watches it. The acting was on point. Natalie was amazing and you knew she was going to be a star.

@twistoffate4791

2 жыл бұрын

I liked the movie & followed both careers afterward. But Natalie, being as young as she was, really put in a first-rate performance. Jean made a great hitman.

Natalie's performance, as Matilda, was Oscar worthy.

reno should have gotten an oscar for that role

I've always like Jean Reno--he's a great actor with a wide range of talent.

Natalie Portman is so adorable, one of my favorite actresses.. she can play drama, action and also she is so tallented.

@joebidens_touchyhands9477

2 жыл бұрын

If I was Leon I would've filled Matilda up with heavy artillery. Can't blame me.

@SheepofChrist818

Жыл бұрын

@@joebidens_touchyhands9477 huh?

My dad introduced me to so many amazing movies growing up and this one is still one of my faves. ❤️

@diamondtheif4007

18 күн бұрын

What other movies you recommend to watching ?

Jean Reno has always been one of my favorite actors. He commands the scene when he's in it. And boy, Natalie Portman was so mature in this interview. And what a cutie:)

Was in a crowded cafe in NYC. Jean Reno and a handful of French cinema legends walked in. I moved over to make room for them at the long table where I sat. The most gracious down to earth people. Note about Reno here -- have you ever seen a "star" ask the reporter about themselves?

Jean Reno can represent a Frenchman, Italian, Spaniard or Iberian or Hispanic. His looks and speech can represent any one of these nationalities

@PhlilipeAlves

Жыл бұрын

Normal, these people are almost the same. Portugal, Spain, south of France and Italy were part of the Roman Empire at the 1st century BC.

@nnnnnn3647

11 ай бұрын

@@PhlilipeAlves No, he doesn't look European. He is a classic representative of French-speaking people from the Maghreb countries.

@PhlilipeAlves

11 ай бұрын

@@nnnnnn3647 Yes he is. He is from Spain, Iberians and lusitanians are south europeans from the the Iberian peninsula, known as Hipania by the romans.

@nnnnnn3647

11 ай бұрын

@@PhlilipeAlves The south of Spain was Arab for hundreds of years. He has Arab ancestry. Europeans look different. There's nothing wrong with that, I'm just stating a fact.

@PhlilipeAlves

11 ай бұрын

@@nnnnnn3647 Yeah and far more with iberians and lusitanians, with celts and romans and we had also Suebis and Visigoths. We expelled this folk, only a few of arabs stayed in the peninsula. and I'm just stating the facts. I live in Portugal.

Jean Reno and her parents really protected her. Well done.

Jean Reno..say no more.Pure gold.

These two actors' subsequent projects proved that Leon was not a fluke. They are indeed very talented and dedicated.

Cool. One of my favorite films ever

I think Jean Reno have played part of his ,,antirole" in this movie in the role of Leon: the seemingly insensitive, uneducated, almost speechless, slow-in-thinking-fast-in-action, bearish guy, who can barely write or read and who didn't enjoy his life until he has met Mathilda. (In reality, he is a person, who speaks several languages very well, he is an intelligent actor.) In the roles of Leon and Mathilda, they gave to each other everything they could: bad and good. Leon gave her protection, provided power to her and finally showed her his wounded soul: his deepest pain and shadow in his life: the death of his lover. At the end, he became a true hero sacrifying his life for the girl's escape. Mathilda also showed him her deepest shadow: the desire to take revenge on murderers of her little brother. On the other side, she gave him emotions, trust, laughing and playfulness. And she didn't betray him, as Tony did, not informing the commando men about their true knocking sign on the door. And in the final moment, both of them could confess their trust and loving emotions (the truth) to each other: on the level of souls their relationship was fulfilled. It is very touching to ,,observe" the developing and transforming personalities of the two main characters; while Tony's and Stansfield's characters remain unchanged.

@sadiaanu9055

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this

@isaacrg5165

3 жыл бұрын

You are right, that is the idea of the movie, its amazing.

@drummerdude100

3 жыл бұрын

Crazy to think that this was just a side project for Luc Besson while he waited to begin production on The Fifth Element. I don't think he even knew how good of a movie Leon would be.

@elfsieben1450

3 жыл бұрын

Very well said. It is about a little bit of love and beautiful growth, like a calm island in the middle of a raging sea of stifling neglect and violence.

@Chris-cf2kp

3 жыл бұрын

It's very human. We have the capability to destroy, but also to protect and nurture and then love just the same. You cannot and should not deny all these aspects of yourself. You have to acknowledge them and integrate them so you know yourself.

Jean Reno, needs to be protected at all costs man. A truly unforgettable masterpiece, and a touching film. With such a perfect cast of the Underrated Jean Reno, Natalie Portman, Gary Oldman, and so many others, it literally created a film that was perfect with such a strong emotional, action-packed storyline and what a soundtrack. Honestly, one of the very few films, that you can truly say has no flaws, and one that everyone can agree is perfect. With such a low budget to work with, created a true masterpiece, A film, that'll never be forgotten.

@szewei85

Жыл бұрын

And 2 have won an Oscar haha Portman for Black Swan Oldman for Churchill bio movie demm

This couple just made one of the greatest movies ever, a masterpiece, I'll never forget Leon and Mathilda.❤

A masterpiece. This is one of the best-if not the best-performance of a twelve-year-old in film history. And the fact that it is her first, makes it even more impressive.I believe Matilda remains Natalie Portman's top moment.

The movie which still hold the test of time

Great movie, Natalie and Jean were so natural , all the cast did the superb job👏👏👏

One of my favourite movies. The Director's Cut sits proudly in my DVD collection. Great performances from EV-E-RYONNNE! 💊

Such a good guy Jean Reno. You can see he's genuinely a good person. Same with Natalie and they had such great chemistry together. Amazing movie 10/10 ♥

the articulate, great way of her speaking and answering exactly to the questions that were asked

I bet they never imagined that someone would watch this in 2021, incredible moments

This movie makes me cry every time.

The chemistry between actors makes a great movie along with a good script and music. This movie had it all.

My favorite movie of all times. 💜 From Armenia 🇦🇲 with love.

In Ronin, Director John Frankenheimer said the most important part of the movie was the creation of the chemistry between DeNiro and Reno. He said after the movie was over, he never could comprehend how great they worked together and the great chemistry they created.

@stoogefest16

10 ай бұрын

I’ve stated this before in other discussions regarding Ronin, but of the many elements of that film I Jay keep drawing me back to it, the unique camaraderie between Jean and Robert are chief amongst them, more so than even the action and pursuit sequences or the French locales.

Yep after this masterpiece there was no looking back for Portman..

@lavarball528

2 жыл бұрын

Fax. I feel like Closer is still her best performance, Leon is a close second.

Nice movie and all the caracters ware nicely performed, movie of my high school time, Natalie is just amazing with the legends JEAN RENO and Gary Oldman ✌

omfg. i've waited my whole life to see this video.

@marcnadeau4657

3 жыл бұрын

She is a wonderful legendary interviewer!

@feechlamanna4575

3 жыл бұрын

Wow you look gorgeous❤

@marinamorozova4737

3 жыл бұрын

Oh my good! Me too)) The moment I saw this I almost cried with joy)))

@davidbagley1783

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...it is so nice to see them together

I have my personal 'Hall of Fame' DVD library in my home there are only 20 movies in it an LEON is in the list! As soon as I saw this film I knew it would be a classic. The chemistry between Jean and Natalie shines through making this a beautiful story he rescues Matilde and becomes her pseudo 'father'. I wont add any spoilers in case you havent seen it. SUPERB 10/10👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

This was a wonderful movie! It was funnier than many comedies. Their chemistry together was perfect.

Jean Reno is an amazing actor.

Great movie! And great times when life was more simple...

My favorite movie of all time... Natalie was born to be a great actress

She was Mature and Beautiful... i was only a few yrs older than her when she did this and i knew instantly we would all be seeing more of her. she was just captivating.

Definitely one of the best movies I've ever watched!

Damn. Great to see. She never did a better movie in my view.

@TheJPSouza

3 жыл бұрын

What about Black Swan and Jackie?

@Lost20048

3 жыл бұрын

@WGTOW you've probably never even seen the movie you clown

@mauriciomarquez5487

3 жыл бұрын

V for Vendetta

@Leeohlin89

3 жыл бұрын

She did plenty of greater films. You probably haven’t seen much of her films. Should look into it 😉

@krishnan-resurrection714

3 жыл бұрын

Andrew Robinson ....you are right .... Never did better! .....

She is so beautiful! It had to be said!

One of my favorite movies ever ❤️

This movie is just amazing!

@ravenbishop5232

2 жыл бұрын

I loved it

one of my favorite movies Natalie and Jean we're amazing 😊

Simpler times, Jean and Natalie are such charming professionals, and so was the interviewer, unfortunately it's a contrast to what goes on today, never the less, this film has my heart and so does Jean and Natalie, I feel nostalgic for the era, and the film.

@extrastrangers5566

Жыл бұрын

You mean when you were free to sexualise little girls? Because that’s exactly what was happening to Natalie in those “simpler times”

natalie has a unique beauty

Their chemistry in that film was sublime.

I never get tire of this movie . They are wonderful actors,and Natalie just grew into a powerful actor.

2021 and I just watched it for the first time!!!! Rented/loaned the DVD from the library!!!! Great acting!!!

Beautiful Natalie, so young and cute!!! 💕

For this film the first credit goes to the person who choose the two actors.

Jean Reno… never forget his movie ‘Wasabi’. Made me go to Japan and fall in love with this country

One of the best movies of all times. Gary Oldman at his best interpretation: he was superb when he appears in the movie!

My all time fave film , a powerful love story and so simple Fab acting all round ❤

من اجمل الأفلام التي شاهدتها لامست الكثير من واقع الحياة اليوميه من عالمنا المعاصر.

They are both great at what they do. I can watch Jean Reno for hours. He is great

@dilured

3 жыл бұрын

Сасниыдзип алийэв

They we're all excellent in this movie...but Gary Oldman is one of a kind in all his works....genius.

Jean Reno, what a gentle man. Great film. One of my top 3. Natalie was wonderful, Gary Oldman was fabulous.

@sandhusahb4293

3 жыл бұрын

Please mention the other two of your top 3 list. Because I like this movie and want to watch other classics like this.

@ReallyGottaTap

3 жыл бұрын

@@sandhusahb4293 Two other favorites are: Truly, Madly, Deeply and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Both are very different from The Professional so I'm not sure if you will like them, but both are very good films.

@sandhusahb4293

3 жыл бұрын

@@ReallyGottaTap Thanks a lot ! I am glad you mentioned some lesser known movies and not the usual classics (which I had seen). Will definitely give it a go. Thanks again!!

This is the movie i Watch more than 50 times! Love this Movie!

I have a crush on Natalie Portman since last year

@Jevosl

2 жыл бұрын

Ok

@Jevosl

2 жыл бұрын

Cool

@Jevosl

2 жыл бұрын

@sebaswildboy yes thanks

Both actors are unique in there own way, I remember not wanting any kind of distractions this movie had me all wrapped up.

One of the best movies ever made.

The great movie and actors forever in my heart and life thank director jean Reno and beautiful angel Natalie Portman love from Vietnam ❤️

Jean Reno my favorite actor! Great,and magical!❤

One of the best movie I have ever seen!

thank you for uploading this video ghaddd i've been waited for this one

Simply off the scale. Thank you for sharing this great interview

El Profesional....una de las pocas películas que nunca olvido y puedo volver a verla una y otra vez.....por el ...por ella...

Damnnn! Portman so attractive af! Love u forever😭❤️

@sabserab

3 жыл бұрын

FBI open up

@eleven7027

3 жыл бұрын

@@sabserab wut?

@stressfree420

3 жыл бұрын

I'm Chris Hansen from Dateline NBC. Why don't you have a seat.

What an intense action movie, with great actors, Natalie was just outstanding based on her young age, Gary was great, acting as a real maniac ... a great movie all around 👏👍

A masterpiece, that took sometime for fans, to realize ,that aspect. I never tire of seeing ,the movie.

Its called LEON and it is a 10/10 film

Great movie,,such a talented actor ,,and a future actress , Natalie is a beautiful young girl.

Back then, when things were more natural than today.

You watch her interactions with the press at the time, when she was only 13 years old, and you can see she's just wired differently, way, way ahead of her age both in brains and maturity, better equipped and more ready to do this than any of us will ever be in our life.

Brilliant film. Made before the world turned hysterical.

I was sad at the ending of the movie. But it was perfect.

He visto varias veces esa película....y siempre me fijo en diferentes partes......la seguiré viendo de vez en cuando

This was the pinnacle for everyone involved. Reno, Portman, Oldman, Aiello, Besson, No one has ever been better.

This kid will go far

@miajimenez7931

3 жыл бұрын

uh she did.

@paulroberts3686

3 жыл бұрын

@@miajimenez7931 yes I know