Samuel L. Jackson & Viola Davis | Actors on Actors - Full Conversation
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In their Actors on Actors conversation Viola Davis ('The First Lady') and Samuel L. Jackson ('The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey') recount their experiences coming up in the New York acting world as well as advice for actors on their first projects, and of course what it was like to play Michelle Obama.
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NO WAY! This duo is beyond what I imagined. Seriously whoever is pairing these actors needs a raise!
@tob4b1
2 жыл бұрын
YASSSS! Second this!!!!!
@LanhNguyenFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Yes just keep copy pasting this every video.
@queenb2450
2 жыл бұрын
@@LanhNguyenFilms and? I think it’s true and hope someone sees it …hater
@trayshana
2 жыл бұрын
AGREE 💯
@abdirisakawes6544
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
I CLICKED ON THIS SO FAST! viola davis and samuel l jackson are some of the greatest actors of all time
@chasehedges6775
2 жыл бұрын
Same💯💯💯👍👍👍
@davidcooper9955
2 жыл бұрын
Hayyyy love your channel
@hattiesallie2622
2 жыл бұрын
Me too!!!!!
@icanrelate
2 жыл бұрын
Same!
@chisomagbara6780
2 жыл бұрын
BIG FACTS💯💯
Viola is so right: you never really know anyone. You only know what they want you to know. Every person is a whole universe. So even trying to know one person is actually impossible.
@shadyladyrox
2 жыл бұрын
That realization is what makes the greats great.
@jennyontheblock_19
2 жыл бұрын
Time Stamp please?
@NataliaAnnette
2 жыл бұрын
@@jennyontheblock_19 11:23!
@jennyontheblock_19
2 жыл бұрын
@@NataliaAnnette Thanks :)
@DarkAngel-cj6sx
2 жыл бұрын
So profound
This pairing was excellent. They just seem like old friends having a conversation.
@Fireinherveinzz
2 жыл бұрын
Yesss
@ErikaMcQueen89
2 жыл бұрын
🔥
@boogsybrooks
2 жыл бұрын
Is it just me or do they appear to be conversing in code at times?
@devn-andre369
Жыл бұрын
💪🏽✌🏽🙏🏽🤲🏽❤️... Humbleness ov thee spirit always makes friends ento family..
Here we see the woman who formed the Suicide Squad and the man who assembled the Avengers.
@aieshagreenlee947
Жыл бұрын
Lol my internal scream was so loud when I read this comment! Thank you for this little joy
@MsDee086TV
Ай бұрын
BRAVO!!!!!!
Not that I ever want to see Ms. Davis stop acting, but can you imagine this woman being your acting teacher? The passion and intelligence and the joy she has in just speaking about her craft is infectious.
@NorthPhilly-zr7xc
2 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised Sam doesn't remember her from out of sight she had a small role in that movie and he did too
@originalellebak
2 жыл бұрын
I just posted this on my FB she's so raw, authentic and easy to comprehend unlike a lot of acting teachers
@jendayiKa
Жыл бұрын
Wow that will be amazing!!!!
@klynnthomp
Жыл бұрын
Yes, she is a teacher! I'm not an actress but I'm learning details for life!!!
@colstonlchinese
Жыл бұрын
Exactly
viola davis has this indescribable energy about her. she just makes you want to listen to her talk about anything. hands down one of the best actresses that have ever lived
@traceythompson1092
Жыл бұрын
Exactly! My first encounter with Diva Davis was watching her go up against another one of my favz, Vincent D'Onfrio on Law &Order:Criminal Intent.....She killed, and me as a darker skinned West- Indian American, was blown away. Needless to say she got on my radar because I am huge VD fan back to "Full Metal Jacket" and his turn as a train stop on the TV show "Homicide". Thems were the dayz.
@colstonlchinese
Жыл бұрын
Exactly
@michaelcruz8312
4 ай бұрын
I believe it’s all in her hands. That’s the hook to compelling you the viewer to listen deeply to Ms. Viola D’s wisdom.
Whoever is deciding the Actors on Actors pairings definitely needs a raise lol
@JohnDoe-tm9wz
2 жыл бұрын
He or she is probably overpaid, so...no.
I could’ve literally gone another full hour listening to their conversation! They were not planning on stopping any time soon either. Variety can we get a part 2? Pleaseee!
@Fireinherveinzz
2 жыл бұрын
Sameee
@kj7682
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty please
@NAubergineH
2 жыл бұрын
Yes!!
@TrulyMademoizelle
Жыл бұрын
It's probably online
When you watch Viola Davis and Samuel Jackson speak about the work they do, you can tell they love it. This isn’t just about promoting the project they’re on. This is moment into how deeply they care about the craft and the characters they create. Amazing to see actors like this.
Can we please get Angela and Denzel. I would pay to see them both talk to each other. I love them together my top two actors of all time. And I know they are still friends so it would be an organic conversation.
@hotmixxable
Жыл бұрын
Woooooooooooooo Epic
@nakitapalmer656
Жыл бұрын
IKTR!!!!!!👏👏👏
@americanbeauty171
Жыл бұрын
Great combination!!
@colstonlchinese
8 ай бұрын
That would be 🔥
Two Black Living Legends. I'm glad to be alive to see and hear this conversation.
Viola is such a gem. My god, what a woman.
Why is the engagement on this video so low? Anyways both of these actors are such legends.
@jordy407
2 жыл бұрын
Cause they posted it yesterday and deleted it!! And I’m not sure why. It was plenty of engagement the first time. Did anybody else see that?😩
@briannamaaarie
2 жыл бұрын
@@jordy407 i was one of the ones who was able to watch yesterday! i believe they posted it by accident and deleted when they realized it - the twitter account never even posted about it. i think they were releasing one 'actors on actors' a day and they uploaded the tom hiddleston/lily james one yesterday.
@couldbahappychic1217
2 жыл бұрын
Facts
@nancyshe9796
2 жыл бұрын
@@briannamaaarie yeah, I think the same. It's better if they delete and upload it again, otherwise this video won't be seen so well, like others.
@vehzee
2 жыл бұрын
like how is a video with Lily James and Loki have more views than these legendary vets!?!
Now this is what you call not only iconic but black excellence.
aunt and uncle discussing their life at the barbecue
@chasehedges6775
2 жыл бұрын
💯😂
If you haven’t read her book “Finding Me,” don’t walk, RUN and get it. It is AMAZING. I read it twice (so far). The way this woman has pulled herself up is nothing short of miraculous. I thought I liked her before. I LOVE HER now. If you haven’t seen “The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey,” again, RUN (don’t walk!) and watch that masterpiece. This video is what true EXCELLENCE looks like. Thank me later.
@Amda4436
Жыл бұрын
Reading it now...I love it so far!!
Nick fury and Amanda whaler having a conversation is amazing
Their segment should’ve been longer. This was so comfortable and insightful to watch
I love the ways Viola chooses her words, her lexicon. 🔥
I met Viola working on How To Get Away With Murder. I was in a scene with her. She was cool and laid back.
@sydn3ymurray
2 жыл бұрын
Wow that must've been a cool experience!
@rajabcroswell9020
2 жыл бұрын
@@sydn3ymurray It was.
@djchambliss6561
2 жыл бұрын
I would had froze but you get to treasure and cherish that moment for eternity
@Joe161964
2 жыл бұрын
Maan.... you're a blessed dude!! I'm an actor here in LA and I wish I could be you right now!
@julia-eu8xo
2 жыл бұрын
Currently rewatching the show right now! That's so amazing.
Viola is a living legend! It seems so mindblowing that she's had or has issues with self acceptance. I admire her so much for who she is and what she means to the world.
@jermainebrown8251
2 жыл бұрын
I saw an interview she did recently and it became more clear why she has/had such issues with self-acceptance. She had a really, really bad and violent childhood. I mean, all of the things we'd imagine a child might need to grow into a stable, productive, healthy adult were virtually absent in her formative years, save for the sporadic intervention of a lone gaurdian angel in the form of a teacher, and acting. That she came out as well as she did is somewhat a miracle.
@kj7682
2 жыл бұрын
@@jermainebrown8251 I saw the Oprah interview for her book. She said acting was a positive way get her emotions about her childhood out, without people feeling like she’s complaining. God definitely prepared to play the tough roles. And I agree, definitely a small miracle.
Icons & Legends. Samuel does not age,ever. Viola is everything. I can hear her talk all day. I would love to see them pair together and do a Master Class That would be 🔥!!!
They have awoken my dream of being an actor at 33..it's discouraging, but I am ready now. Thanks for the inspiration
@TheQMW13
Жыл бұрын
You can do it!!!
@klynnthomp
Жыл бұрын
Gurl... I'm 40 and the way it provoke my soul is nerve wrecking in a good way!
@hotmixxable
Жыл бұрын
Noone ever starts at the top!!!Do it for you! Every little role adds up. Just keep your standards and self respect!
@toons8744
Жыл бұрын
Sam was 40 when got his big break. Never too late
@sweetbabygirl13
Жыл бұрын
Same!
I didn't want this conversation to end. Most enjoyable. Thanks for letting me lean in.
This is amazing. I feel as though Samuel never gets to talk about his acting experience and his methods so it was so beautiful to hear him explain how he does things and thinks about things!
@DesiderataVio
2 жыл бұрын
He's truly amazing! Samuel Jackson and Walter Mosley = the Last Days of Ptolemy Grey... 🙏🏾
@OjukwuIsaac
2 жыл бұрын
He actually teaches a Masterclass. kzread.info/dash/bejne/jIOXvI-ahJOdc9o.html
@skylerb97
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I've rarely heard him discuss the actual craft or his process
I can listen to Viola Davis talk all day, there is something so powerful about her so unexplainable
God, I love Viola Davis. I could sit and listen to this women speak about her life experiences and career for hours. I adore Samuel L. Jackson too, of course. But Viola has so much wisdom that I just want to observe and soak in, even if it is just the smallest amount. LOVE this pairing, whoever has been arranging these past few “actor on actor” interviews needs a raise
@andreawashington4256
2 жыл бұрын
You have to see her interview with Oprah then. Great, great interview. You'll learn so much. I was brought to 😢
@zacharyzapata8559
Жыл бұрын
What "wisdom"?
I met Samuel once in London and he is exactly the same in person. I would say slightly more intimidating. What a FANTASTIC segment. I wish they had both dropped the skincare routine because they look so good. 💖
We need a part 2. That was NOT long enough.
@andreawashington4256
2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing. Could have listened to these two for hours.
This could’ve gone on for hours. I would’ve hung on every lesson. Kudos to this pairing!
Powerhouses in acting!!! They represent Hollywood.
@chasehedges6775
2 жыл бұрын
Indeed
The admiration, respect and love they have for one another and knowing they are two different generations yet they share so much in common. They are both masters of their craft. Such a joy to watch and learn from both of them. ❤️💜❤️❤️💜💜❤️
This is an actor's MASTERCLASS! I'm watching this twice.
Viola Davis is such a treasure! Her smile really just lights up the entire room ✨
Viola is so smart i could listen to her speak all day
Omg so many gems and it's only 8 mins in. "You're in the right place, it's just not your turn yet" God that's a word!!!! And when she said majority of who she is lays in her mind.... I felt that deep in my shanana.
This interview feels so natural and like a conversation not scripted at all I love it .
Two legends in one room. Speechless.
"I'm in the right place, it's just not my turn" whew!
@klynnthomp
Жыл бұрын
THAT PART!!!!
@completely_me75
Жыл бұрын
That one got me too. Definitely keeping that close to my heart.
my only disappointment is that the video is so short. two incredible actors, amazing individuals
Sam Jackson has had such an illustrious career you can tell he's genuine, and took that quote to heart
My girlfriend went to school with Viola in central falls , RI . My friend still talks to her mom . She told me how Viola was always very focused on what she wanted to do .
This was the best actors on actors conversation out of ALL of them. This is such a robust conversation from two masters of their craft. Beautiful, insightful and multi-dimensional.
I'm definitely here for this! Viola and Sam are two of the most prolific, talented actors of this generation. Glad to see them chat and hope they will collaborate on future projects soon 😀.
“Beware the toes you step on today for they might be connected to the ass you have to kiss tomorrow” that’s a whole word right there… Thanks SJ
@AnaisKarim
2 жыл бұрын
Right. He kept it cute, but that was real talk for that misstep portrayal. She burned a bridge with that.
THIS!!!! THIS is what the people NEED and want!!!!!
This is an absolutely incredible pairing.
God!! This woman speaks and it's a Master Class on acting!! What a beautiful, passionate, dynamic force of nature Viola is!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️
Love Viola. she reminds me of my grand mother in her prime. the bond is immaculate. bucket list is to meet Viola one day somehow and just talk with her atleast for few seconds
Watching The last days of Ptolemy Grey and enjoying the duo that was Samuel L. Jackson and Dominique Fishback made me realize how much I love platonic pairings between a young person and an older person played by great actors who have great chemistry. Another example of that is Ali and Rue in Euphoria played by Colman Domingo and Zendaya,I could watch them all day❤
Samuel L Jackson is just fantastic
A masterclass delivered in 24:46 minutes.Mind blowing.
I’ve watched a lot of actors on actors and this one is by far the best! They truly tell you what it took to be where they are today!!
So many GEMS!! Sam aint lying I dealt with my dad having dementia and he got the disease right! It was so hard to watch but I finished the 6 part series on Apple TV. I loved ALL OF It!
I really love this format. The people interviewing each other know the nuances and behind the scenes intricacies of what goes into the work they do. These interviews seem more candid.
Whoever organised the pairing this time…thank you and thank you again.
TOO MUCH LEGEND energy and CHARISMA and I am LIVING FOR THIS
Two of the greatest thespian ever!!! Love them! Viola's speaking voice is gorgeous and so is she!😍💚
This deserves way more viewership!!! This was so good to watch. Two most iconic actors of our time
The best interview doesn't exi--- 🤩🔥
Jackson is 100% correct on actors doing full run Plays to develop themselves, not just scenes. In my days at the Meisner Center once an actor had two full run plays (6 weeks of rehearsal + a 6 week run, minimum) under their belt, they took giant steps and were pretty much ready to roll with anything.
Gosh I wish this were longer 😣 great conversation. Why it has so little views is beyond me
@carleysoul
2 жыл бұрын
Beyond me! Its so good
@vehzee
2 жыл бұрын
society undervalueing black talent
@bwalyamulungachanda1467
2 жыл бұрын
The first upload had a lot of views but got deleted then re-uploaded 🤷🏾♀️
this is crazy how does this not have more views these legit are some of my favorite actors of all time
Y’all gotta hype this up like others, namely Andrew and Zendaya. These two are pioneers of their field and their community. Clearly don’t deserve such treatment.
@karabokhanyile
2 жыл бұрын
Well I did hype it just as much but my comments were deleted and the video was on private for a day so it definitely hurt the engagement Edit: The comments are back for some reason but they were missing yesterday
This is probably the best thing I've ever seen I was smiling the whole time love them both ❤❤😭
TWO GOATS. INCREDIBLE CONVERSATION. TWO GENERATIONS. TWO LEGENDS. ❤❤👏🏾👏🏾🐐🐐💐💐✨✨
I'm absolutely loving this. Love hearing their stories of what made them who they are. Two amazing black actors interviewing each other.
Great Exchange…between two of the Greatest thespians in the game. I run to the box office whenever their names are attached to a project. Bravo
I need more of this. Representation matters 😊
It's like a couple of old friends getting together to talk shop. They are so interesting and intelligent it makes you want to listen closely. PS Viola is breathtakingly beautiful.
This was amazing👏🏽👍🏽I didn’t want their conversation to end! Love the honesty and humility from both Viola and Samuel😘They need to do another talk for at least an hour…..PLEASE🙏🏾
"I'm in the right place, it's just not my turn" 😌
Two icons discussing their craft. Love it.
I absolutely adore this woman. What a legend
Two amazing legendary actors
Absolutely brilliant having 2 Actors of their caliber discussing and reflecting on their journey.....🤲🏽🤲🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽👊🏽
I love these two so much!!
I'm so proud of these people they have talent and they use it responsibility!!!
To know that Samuel L. Jackson is in his 70s yet he look this good, dude, black really don't crack. 🔥✊🏿
Two phenomenal actors having a conversation! I love it 🥰
TWO OF MY FAVORITE PEOPLE SAM AND VIOLA💕💕💕!!!
Viola Davis is truly a storyteller. She embodies becoming a character. I hope I get to see more of her brilliance!
Inspiring, it’s beautiful to see two well established actors give one another their flowers and have open loving conversation
This is one of the best match ups!!!!!
I swear variety is really feeding us the best of the best pairings these last few days! Whoever’s coming up with them needs a raise!!!
I love these two together. So many gems
This has been one of the most self assuring and motivating episodes for me to consume! I get so giddy seeing people delve so deep into their craft. The process to get there took a million small steps. Inspired by them both!!!
I love to laugh and watching Samuel bring the best of it😂😂😂. Still LAUGHING♥️
This should have way more views!!! Amazing!!!
These two are real life superheroes. ❤️❤️❤️
Legends!!! Viola has my whole heart 💜
My God, what a woman. Viola is such an inspiration ♥️
We need a part two, this masters class was just not enough
I’m living two legends!!!!! I love them both!
2 of my absolute favs !!! I'm gonna perform w/her one day. #GOALS 🙏🏾
Such a beautiful conversation between two beautiful living legends! Truly enjoyed watching amd listening to this conversation.
Samuel Jackson has never made a wrong foot when it came to acting like he's legendary. You always be my favorite favorite forever
Sam is actually making this a _conversation_ . He's here chatting with a friend, and that makes this so endearing to watch. He's not at all caught up with talking about himself or his projects, he cares about the other person, and it's the exact same with Viola. This video stands out from all the other ones where it's you asking me a question and me asking you one in return. BRAVO, hearts of gold, Sam and Viola.
They are the 2 most talented actors in the world! They are my absolute favorites!