Andrew Garfield Went Quiet For A Week Preparing For 'Silence'

[@spencecity99]

Damn Stephen went in hard with those questions because he knew Andrew could handle it. What a wonderful and thoughtful interview we got as a result.

[@GM-yq4xp]

I think this is probably the first Andrew Garfield interview I have seen and I have a whole new level of respect for him

[@jakoblarok]

Yep, entirely based on this interview, I'm about to look up tomorrow's local showtimes for "Silence"!

[@gateauxq4604]

I wanted to after I saw Adam's interview but now....whoa.

[@Serai3]

Take a look at the clip where he and Stephen do some liplocking. You'll see him in a whole new way.

[@GM-yq4xp]

Serai3 Oh, I have...many times...on repeat...XD

[@Mopark25]

Watch his interview on the offcamerashow on KZbin, very insightful

[@NexxtGames]

I'd love to hear him on a podcast, I could listen to him talk about this stuff for hours. Truly fascinating

[@rc27td]

do u know how i can find that podcast? is it an itunes or spotify episode? please and thank you

[@rc27td]

Willy Simonsson sweet! thank u!

[@Movingmts111]

So authentic and charismatic

[@echo1844]

He should do a TED talk, I wanna hear more from him

[@johnnybright7777]

echo 5 100%

[@ShubhamKhatdeo]

200%

[@heathmccasland]

I wanna see Andrew Garfield chat with Russell Brand about spirituality and politics.

[@asmakitto]

not everybody can be S.Colbert!

[@luvyou-baby]

+Heath McCasland that would be mind blowing

[@sarahelmasry8225]

"Certainty starts war on behalf of ideolgy" Andrew Garfield

[@D34DLYxC0L3]

He has nothing to offer? That's a giant assumption.

[@hughtube5154]

Tellingly, Andrew's certainty about certainty seems to have started a flame war in this comments section.

[@TheologyChad22]

This unfortunately can lead to relativism of religion and make Christianity, a sign of Truth (Jesus said I am the Truth) seem like something to be skeptical about

[@antimilklogan]

Andrew the Amazing M He did say he was Agnostic.

[@stormshadowoffire]

You should be skeptical of religion. Even if it's what you believe to be true, you should still question "Is it actually truth?" and if the teachings are actually something you want to live by. Not questioning any type of authority is how things like genocide happen.

[@moviegeek151]

Colbert can get the deepest interviews of any late night show, by a mile. The last two minutes of this interview were enriching and raw. Respect for both of these guys.

[@aug-pahunters51]

I politely disagree. Colbert comes off as a snarky impetuous child. Have to think that his atheist politics has an underpinning that makes it "cool" to act this way. Seems forced and not like a normal conversation.

[@Kitiwake]

@@aug-pahunters51 he's forcing the comedic element. That's all.

[@ImTheCookieMonster95]

@@aug-pahunters51 Colbert is a catholic and has spoken about religion several times on the show. As for his political views I doubt they would hire a conservative to interview people from hollywood.

[@margaretkennedy2520]

Fallon couldn't do an interview this good in a million years.

[@VogueMraz]

"oh my god you're like the best, you're like the best actor ever, hey tell that fake funny story that we rehearsed *fake laughs* oh my god that' the funniest story ever, hey lets play a game"

[@emranh]

Margaret Kennedy don't forget Kimmel too. His boring interview styles are only matched by his constant resting-bitch face and undynamic personality. You can tell Stephen on the other hand - a man quite a few years older than both of them I should add - brings his A-game 110% every night and is so organic, original and fresh in his humor he genuinely tickles me!

[@SuelFadel]

Fallon is a joke compared to Stephen Colbert ! No joke !

[@XAMS]

Silence is sooo good. Soooo good. And you are sooo good in it. Soooo good. Congrats buddy.

[@tainadelcaribe]

He could, but we would never get this kind of insight into his mind with Jimmy asking the questions!

[@ShubhamKhatdeo]

Andrew... i can't even.. That's too deep man!

[@Maryamrockify]

Good one LOL

[@danzwku]

Maryam, how's that a joke?

[@Maryamrockify]

You're asking politely but his new age s*** is so ridiculous, I can't even-

[@ShubhamKhatdeo]

Maryam Ojani This is the internet, you don't have to censor 'shit' of all things. Also I don't know what 'new age shit' you're talking about. I write what I think and 'new age shit' wasn't what I was thinking.

[@Maryamrockify]

Andy garfield's new age s***? O_o That's what I found funny! Cause new age s*** ain't deep?

[@nkyryry]

He's a really intelligent guy. And I love the fact that Colbert actually talks to him. Not about his love life. Not about seeing a Drake concert. But about the process of training to play a priest. Colbert is a Christian and he doesn't hide it. I just love the conversations this guy has with his guests.

[@bexg3165]

This is why I love Colbert's show. Genuinely fascinating and intelligent conversation amongst human beings. I am wildly impressed by Andrew's insight and eloquence.

[@マシュードーラン]

Colbert is absolute garbage and a terrible entity. I can’t even call him a human being. He’s not. He’s a predator cult member

[@jcthunderable]

this interview was amazing. he's so eloquent and smart. i like him.

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

Ikkr

[@elizaheathen]

I teared up at the end when he started saying a life of faith is a life filled with doubt. I wish more people viewed Christianity this way

[@ladymanderley]

Yeah, like what Andrew said, it is all because "certainty" started to take the center place; among both Christians and non-Christians alike, I think.

[@gingy23ben5]

@Moiraine_damodred I mean, i don't disagree with you, but i don't agree with you either. Doubt is a good thing because it causes people to truly dig down into their beliefs and figure out what their beliefs are and why they truly do believe it. It's great that Garfield views himself in this manner, but He is not talking about Christianity. He believes in the teachings of Jesus but not Who Jesus was. Christianity is a Theistic religion. Garfield is a Pantheist. 2 different things. It's great to question things, but if something has been questioned enough, one needs to hold to something otherwise, you'll fall for anything

[@fragwagon]

gingy23ben5 well said! I would go further and say that doubts can be useful, as long as it leads to more Trust. Every time the word faith is in the Bible, the Greek word means trust. You can never know perfectly, but every child can trust.

[@celeste5508]

... Islam too.

[@AnonYMouse-ky4sg]

gingy23ben5 The point is that at no point in time is something "questioned enough". Much like the scientific method, you can believe in things due to it being the best answer you have at a certain point in time, but at no point can you say your belief is 100%.

[@swiftlymurmurs]

Wonderful interview. I think everyone should, at some point, sit down with a person like that for a chat.

[@lynnturman8157]

I invited him over for dinner on twitter but so far haven't heard back.

[@thalberg-]

he has twitter?

[@casuallycruelsummer13]

@@lynnturman8157 lol have you seen him read thirst tweets? i think he might have seen your tweet.

[@pranitaprasad2495]

He is so intelligent and such a fabulous speaker! He expresses his thoughts exceptionally well. I could listen to his interviews all day long

[@anapaulabazan4063]

I love how Stephen listens to him and doesnt interrupt Andrew. He gives his guests time to talk and express what they have to say without cracking a joke in the middle of what his guests are trying to portray. Much respect for that

[@Utuber1265]

this interview made me a better person

[@conancat]

I just came out of the cinema watching Silence. It gave me an existential crisis. No but really, it's a wonderful movie. It doesn't give answers, but posed so many questions. And Andrew Garfield's performance in it was absolutely phenomenal.

[@wyrw]

Get fired from Spiderman might turn out to be great for his career

[@titusmccarthy]

Spider-Man sucked since Spider-Man 2. All the other sequels were boring and unnecessary. Glad Garfield got his start somewhere though.

[@JigglesBunny]

Kyle Manicat She's probably at the peak of her career. LaLa Land was incredible and is getting heaps of Oscar buzz. Those cynical, marketing tools they had the gall to call "Spider-Man" squandered the talents of both Emma and Andrew and it's so nice to see them both in films deserving of their caliber.

[@Serai3]

+wyrw If he's interested in having a career making films for adults, then yes, it was the best thing that could have happened. If he can just avoid the juvenalia, he could become a really good actor.

[@cynthiaking9480]

I really miss him as spiderman but yes it seems Sony screwed the pooch on that one. I've been a fan of Andrew's since I first saw him on doctor who then I saw him do spiderman because I'm a diehard spidey fan and realized that was him and hes come a long way from a doctor who extra. I wish I could hang out with him and have deep conversations with him.

[@maggielhyde]

When Andrew first claimed that certainty is terrifying, I was completely confused and thought "what the hell?" But as he followed it up with "certainty starts war on behalf of ideology," I was totally scared by how truthful this statement is.

[@gabzdt]

Certainty doesn't start wars, it's not a thing you pursue. Pride, greed and hatred start wars.

[@kyliehansen877]

@@gabzdt Both can be true. Both are displayed in Hacksaw Ridge and Silence to be honest. Silence does a good job of what you commented on with pride and greed. To Rodrigues, his pride stopped him from apostatizing because to him he was Christ like and the simple act of stepping on a painting was too much to bear so people suffered (until they didn’t of course and he came to his senses, thanks to Liam Neeson, on putting pride away to save others like Jesus did) Idk that was just a rant but both certainty and pride, greed, etc start war

[@mparis130]

That is the most amazing interview I've seen in a really long time. What a great guy Andrew is.

[@NedWasHere94]

As a Catholic, I am deeply grateful to him for his commitment to his character in this film. He absolutely emptied himself and it shows in what is an immensely challenging, complex, and spiritually powerful film.

[@eleutheriak.6155]

I am an atheist but I went to see this movie. His performance blew my mind. Adam's too. He's an incredible actor...he has a talent to make every role his own. I Love him

[@PramitChatterjee1993]

so liam neeson gets kidnapped for the 1st time.

[@rorygibson3124]

Taken 3: This time, he done got took

[@sebili0n99]

taken 4: mirrored this time the daughter comes and saves him.

[@alexanderjbf]

Taken: The Prequel

[@OptimisticPigeon]

Dude, top notch interview. Really well done on both parts.

[@NatashaBailie]

Wow - I could listen to him talk for hours - this was incredibly interesting and meaningful. It is so refreshing to watch content that makes you think, question and reflect on life, philosophy and the meaning of it all. If any! Great interview, host and guest.

[@tainadelcaribe]

Wow! I just fell in love with this beautiful human being! This interview, though short, is one of the best in any late show; just loved it!

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

Agree 100%

[@HeatherForestH]

I’ve been on a bit of a deep dive watching his interviews lately - he is so wise and articulate. Wow.

[@jeffyfarhad8741]

didn't think andrew garfield was that deep made me even more fond of him

[@kali2593]

I really home he get nominated for a Oscar this year.

[@spicybrain4451]

home?

[@kali2593]

Autocorrect it hope

[@FreakieFan]

he'll definitely get nominated.

[@user-qb3jg8ep9t]

The movie isn't even out yet, how could you say that?

[@FreakieFan]

ww wifi The film's allready been screened a multitude of times for critics & limited audiences. All of the responses have been extremely positive. Not a strange assumption that he's going to get nominated

[@klwl]

A thoughtful, deep, philosophical, and esoteric discussion that is certainly unexpected for an interview segment on a late night talkshow!! Kudos to both host and guest for easing into the topic so seamlessly...

[@RebeccaJoArt]

I adore deep individuals; there's such a horrifying lack of intelligent, profound conversation in this world, now-days.

[@Patizm]

They should teach this kind of a philosophical stuff in school, everywhere.. To kids around 17yo.

[@Patizm]

Xi Jinping Xi Jinping I'm not from USA and I've never lived there. I think everyone should have some amount of the right kind, philosophical, life knowledge, that would help us all, in living better lives, moraly.. We can't know everything, but there are things we should know, from young age, that would help us, to live our lives better or at least, give us an opportunity of doing that. Simple moral logical truths about life and our societies. Simple things like - i don't know - racism, for example. It's a product of misguidance and ignorance; a cultural "assumption" that grown trough time and still exists, cause no one really thinks about it logically. Ignorance is the problem, here. Racism for example, is simply illogical, stupid and it's mainly a synonym of blind hate/fear. There is many of this kind of stuff, that we should go trough life, simply knowing.

[@Ou8y2k2]

Philosophy makes you a realist burger flipper. The US needs to invest in STEM, unions, and not outsource good jobs via "free trade" agreements. Every other subject can be studied at a public library or on the internet.

[@Patizm]

Ou8y2k2 It's not about becoming a philosopher or studying it, at the university.. You should have this kind of lessons, same way as you have math or english.

[@Patizm]

Ou8y2k2 Ps. Those are problems. Problems created by people, but by changing a way of thinking, a mentality, in that society, is to make other problems, being easier to be fixed, as well. By thinking bigger, we can eliminate problems, that many of us, are not even aware of, at this moment. I know it sounds idealistic, but it's not as much as it seems. It's doable..

[@jazzx251]

I think critical thinking should be taught to all primary school kids. It should be an actual subject which is compulsory as in this example of a possible primary school timetable: 9AM Registration 9:15AM Wakeup exercises 9:30 Assembly 10:00 Literacy 10:45 Numeracy 11:30 Playtime 11:45 *Critical Thinking* 12:30 Lunch 1:15 Science 1:45 Topic/Creative Arts 2:30 Playtime 2:45 PE 3:30 Hometime

[@xRachelRevengex]

I just love how deep and thought-provoking this interview is. I have always liked Andrew Garfield for his looks, but damn, I have so much respect for him now. I wish there are more interviews like this!

[@Noiste497]

andrew garfield is becoming one of my favorite actor's

[@theguy3129]

Same with me....

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

He’s already my favourite actor

[@tritonneptune3834]

Meanwhile jimmy fallon is playing Frisbee with hes guest...

[@eleutheriak.6155]

Black Marvel I think it depends on the actor/ess...but even then Steven's show is more serious sometimes...Jimmy just trying to make people laugh and have fun in general

[@steh8831]

Eleutheria K. - Fair point. Plus if all chat shows and hosts were the same then that would be excruciatingly dull and pointless, they have their own styles and that's fine. 👍🏻

[@eleutheriak.6155]

Ste H yeah that's what I'm sayin' 😊

[@aureliaansah1462]

+Black Marvel ....And ruffling the hair of a sociopathic megalomaniac in order to make him seem avuncular.

[@MrFreakness]

LMAOOOOO

[@CammieBlueSky]

Andrew's mind is incredible and he's so articulate and able to say what he thinks in a way where we all go.... WOW.

[@jazzy364]

shit got real at the end

[@diegom-a7970]

Colbert was scared

[@Varga3344]

His accent is mixed between british and American, kinda cool.

[@syddog44]

Hussein Kambar I'm British and I can't hear any American accent in his voice,he is speaking English in a quite upper middle class way.He is probably like most actors from Britian,a private school educated posh boy.

[@sidplimmer9536]

well thats a sweeping generalisation. and if I remember correctly he was born in America so might have a slight hint of American

[@najxx8641]

Sid Plimmer yh and left before he could walk

[@JoseCazaresGunnarOptik]

this movie looks phenomenal. Def an Oscar Contender

[@jeffswim]

Jose Cazares It is a good movie, but got only an Oscar nomination for cinematography.

[@StephanieTips]

because an Academy Award is not enough for this movie or Andrew. They're way better than that.

[@giantslay3r756]

Colbert is on Fire today. The monologue, the spot on garfield interview. One his best shows.

[@jeffreymeent9839]

I love Andrew for actually being real, like most actors just put on a happy face, but Andrew ain't afraid of having an actual conversation

[@idamarieavila]

Jesuit raised here... When you listen to it being explained it sounds deep and intense but when you see it in action (faith as taught by Jesuits), it's really simple and it touches the heart and soul of anyone, whether a believer or not. Everyone should watch this movie and another one, "Ignacio de Loyola" if just for the sake of self awareness.

[@crystellesaleh4800]

Just watched Ignacio de Loyola a week ago, but still haven't watched Silence! As someone who is deeply influenced by the Jesuits and St. Ignatius I am really looking forward to watching it, especially after seeing this interview with Garfield

[@wideawake5630]

How about The Mission?

[@ashwhite3810]

Garfield is such a nice guy...articulate and interesting good actor too

[@narusasu136]

what an amazing interview, so much new-found respect for Andrew and so much respect for Colbert for letting his guests talk and not interupting them

[@haleighhigdon5306]

i have literally been listening to him talk in these interviews for hours.

[@DiogoF.]

I think I may have fallen in love

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

Me too! He’s so cute

[@sarahsmiles9127]

I love to hear Andrew being on fire with God. This is so great and thank you Stephen for listening, agreeing, and not ignoring it.

[@CLBOO6]

He's a young person and he's talking like this, that's amazing.

[@tulayamalavenapi4028]

Don Cresswell I learned to play piano and read music at 4 years old. The spiritual path is just as important in society as becoming a lawyer, or engineer, or medical man. Don't we see young boys playing with train sets, girls playing nurse, or other young children playing like a fireman? Why is spiritual life supposed to be for old people? We are not sure and certain we will reach old age, on the contrary, death happens at any moment.

[@halffruit9245]

@@tulayamalavenapi4028 cool

[@evansmith2766]

I get the sense that Andrew deeply loves the art of acting and I love it

[@KelleyOlivia]

Truly truly impressed with this interview! And with Andrew Garfield for really doing his homework and being open minded for this role!

[@definitelynotcaptainamerica]

He such a thoughtful person and a thoughtful actor, I could sit and listen to him talk for hours

[@jean-lucwalker3690]

I think faith is not just doubt, but an exchange between doubt and divine reassurance. certainty is bad if you say "I know" but not if you say "God knows and I trust him."

[@williamcondon7729]

Reassurance means you always knew, reassurance has to do with self esteem. It’s not an exercise in trust

[@corrinjade3973]

Jean-Luc Walker I agree with you

[@wideawake5630]

Instead of I know I'd rather say I feel certain.

[@pixelj4877]

One of the best late night interviews I've seen in my life. I don't remember seeing such a deep topic on late night discussed with such eloquence. Hats off to Colbert and Andrew Garfield for this gem.

[@ladymanderley]

Great conversation. Andrew is so deep, I should have noticed this virtue of him sooner. I think the reason why many people often say that Stephen is a terrible interviewer is because, I notice it many times, he tries to trigger conversations like this one with other people, but the interviewees either just do not get it, not interested, or too shy in direct communication as to disable them to converse deeply in a talk show (by this, I mean that not everyone is a good speaker, many people find it hard to find the right words when speaking and thus are better at writing).

[@TRUEMIXEDBLOOD]

"Does the not eating make you angry?" Andrew Garfield's reaction to the question is hilarious! hahahaha @4:04,

[@jenniferlawless3565]

He looked like he was having a ptsd flashback there lol poor guy.

[@lastofmykind8]

I. Fucking. Love. This. Man.

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

Everyone loves him! He’s incredible

[@prashantrao5110]

This is one of the best 'Thought Provoking' conversations of Colbert's show.. I just love it.. His interviews are really worth watching..

[@MiguelLopez-el2gp]

He's so charming and the interview was so deep, so elegant

[@FreeFromReign]

I'm speechless

[@jojokoch5931]

Silence, one of the best movies in the history. Great acting, great story.

[@0sergo]

Haven't watched interviews with Andrew Garfield before & I have been benching one after the other for awhile now & damn do I just Wana set down and have a looooong conversation with him about everything that there is to talk about. Such an interesting brain & wonderful perspectives he has on things ! Gotta thank Stephen for giving us this insight into him !!

[@mariav9445]

Andrew's interviews make me happy cause he KNOWS how to talk. Plus, he's handsome .

[@ritalpha17]

'I find your lack of faith disturbing' -Lord Vader

[@soulwarrior]

"Certainty starts war on behalf of ideology." Very deep and this little part alone made it worth watching that interview.

[@vladajanic]

He is so inteligent. I agree with all he said.

[@mumuaze7333]

This was probably the best late night interview ever.

[@thisguy9174]

I love Hacksaw Ridge, it was a thrilling experience for me!

[@slightlywarmribena8171]

Ikr it’s my favourite movie

[@jessicabutler4116]

That last part was so beautifully said. Wow.

[@powerhouse884]

BEAUTIFUL interview!!! By far THE BEST one on 2017 yet.

[@CryWolfFilms]

wasn't aware he was so interested in Philosophy.

[@hhn2002]

Most all greats are. Bruce lee, Albert Einstein, Nelson Mandela, MLK, etc. Some form of Philosophy is required to lead to greatness, otherwise you're just copying everyone else being average.

[@kingnessah3664]

I went to a jesuit high school and it was a wonderful experience it shaped me to be a really good person. I am grateful for it.

[@buttcheekonastick917]

ok but would anyone else watch the hell out of a andrew garfield ted talk?

[@haleycaldwell9543]

I converted from Atheism to Roman Catholicism a few years back. I can totally relate to what he's saying...The faith is so deep it's unreal. I wasnt prepared and I'm still contemplating on the mysteries of Christ. I get to use my intellect in my faith and I love that aspect of it...glad I converted, truly.

[@jucchi94]

Wow..i have never known Andrew Garfield was this deep and thoughtful man ! Amazing meaningful and inspiring interview !!

[@nhaikof7056]

that was so deep and Andrew is such a lovely contemplative person. #respect

[@SirForwyn]

I'm muslim, can't say I disagree with anything he said... As if I didn't like him enough before...

[@sarahelmasry8225]

Wecu Snow me too

[@AA-xk1uv]

I don't understand why being Muslim is even related to this topic

[@SirForwyn]

Well, because Islam (and all other religions) talks a lot about the spiritual side of things... things he was talking about..

[@volkgames3041]

Yeah but its still under the same religion just a different branch of it... It'd be different if you said you were Nordic, Taoist, etc...

[@SirForwyn]

Muneera Alsaleh well yeah, Of course I believe in that, but that doesn't mean I disagree with what he said... you can't be certain. you shouldn't.

[@AA-qb7ni]

I've been binge watching Andrew's interviews and man is he so philosophical and fascinating to listen to.

[@heymansuhman2450]

Incredibly smart and insightful. Damn

[@anchovyfish9884]

This is one of the deepest interviews i've ever seen. And also from a guy so young~~ this is why I love watching this show!

[@goaway3361]

woah, that thing about a life of doubt? my pastor literally did an entire sermon on that just this past sunday. andrew really does have this really deep, knowledgeable soul that i hope never gets overlooked.

[@nicolaimarquez3055]

"Certainty is the most terrifying thing to me" He just summarized "Silence" whole thesis in a sentence. Tremendous movie and you can see he really understood the ideas it was trying to transmit. He's such a wonderful person :')

[@hollylacy4319]

He is too precious for this world.

[@DBPeque]

Probably one of the most beautiful thing I have ever seen and heard. Totally loved him! I could stay listening to him for hours!

[@knightleyemma]

The MORE I see of this actor, the MORE I like him! V interesting/unusual convo on topics Hollywood (usually) fears or politely skirts away from...

[@marinagaldamez3106]

oh my gosh, I never knew about this film! I need to find it! Now my respect to Andrew Garfield has tremendously increased, he is so sweet, great actor and spiritual. I like that, rare in actors now at days.

[@rupanjanaghosh1512]

This was really therapeutic! Huge respect for Andrew.

[@ChaMiranda21]

This is such an underrated interview. I always come back to this whenever I need an awakening.

[@carolinaflor]

What a deep and interesting conversation between the two of them! This show is so GREAT!

[@thesportsfreak]

This chat and the one with Charlie Rose… where it went really, really, really deep… keep that up! Fascinating!

[@guillermosahuquillo4499]

I am sorry to come so late to the party. This man is passionately brilliant.

[@wideawake5630]

Wise beyond his years. A very spiritually mature understanding of faith and doubt.

[@Islandboytb]

Only Stephen can lead a late night interview that is this thought provoking and meaningful.

[@Nomadunlimited]

It is rare to hear an honest talk and God inspired perspective from a hollywood actor/actress.Respect for this brother.

[@ashalily5]

I can listen to him talk about religion all day. Garfield should be on Russell Brands podcast/show

[@jflinn7401]

I wonder how certain he is about the danger of having certainty.

[@gablison]

This gave me goosebumps! Certainty is terrifying... who comes up with that stuff? Colbert is the God of interviewers!

[@CleiAbitria]

I've never seen an interview this deep. Wow!

[@holymacaro1]

I would love too see an hour long interview with Andrew and Steven

[@veragrig8645]

"Certainity to anything is the most terrifying thing." What an intelligent man !

[@ZitaMenyhart]

He is such an intelligent actor. I like the way he talks about the jesuits and their teachings. Yes, that is the point what he said: to see God in everyone and everything.

[@adacanay01]

such an amazing and enlightening thought on "certainty"...on a late night talk show at that! Thank you Andrew. Thanks Stephen!