Tom Hiddleston In Conversation | BAFTA New York

Tom Hiddleston discusses his career so far in film, television and theatre including his latest projects High Rise and The Night Manager as well as earlier roles in Othello and Wallander. Interviewed by film critic Joe Neumaier at Retro Report in New York City.
Part of a season of conversations with notable British actors, directors, screenwriters and producers hosted by BAFTA New York in conjunction with Tribeca Short List. www.bafta.org/...
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[@hippymama100]

He has a very high level of emotional intelligence.

[@eileencritchley4630]

Indeed he does he is a Etonian, and he's one of the few to gain a double 1st in Classics at the University of Cambridge.

[@leif1075]

What makes you say that?

[@leif1075]

@@eileencritchley4630 I think most people could do that if they work hard enough.

[@philaryswift]

@@leif1075 yeah, not many ppl have

[@leif1075]

@@philaryswift maybe they didn't try hard enough then..probably..

[@shanzea]

Dear Lord, how is he even real? This man has just the right mixture of sensibility, wise words and humour. One moment he's giving you life lessons and spewing wise words and the next he says something funny like "yep, I was in dairy milk commercial at the age of 34" he just doesnt let your attention be diverted from him. You feel this urge to listen to every single words of his, see every expression and absorb as much as you can. This man is the defination of perfection.

[@annvos6051]

well said and so true, thank you

[@sayounara1232]

Basically he is like a magnet or quick sand he just keeps drawing you in and you cant help but to get sucked into it

[@verasimic411]

@@sayounara1232 Well yes, he is so perfect that I just can't believe it's possible.

[@teresapineda4120]

He said he was 24.

[@moniquesanchez3085]

Yes yes yes

[@Luisa8783]

When I listen to him I even forget that he's not speaking in my native language cause I understand him sooo perfectly! If all English speaking people talked like him I would have no problems in language comprehension....

[@margaritam.9118]

Ikr It feels like his mind is talking to your mind. My native language is Russian and I have the same feeling after (embarrassing fact) watching his interviews for entire weekend.

[@TaiChiKnees]

+foreveryoung I agree wholeheartedly! I only wish I could speak as beautifully and articulately as him, but alas I was born in Chicago USA and if I spoke like him I would be shunned by my fellow Chicagoans. Maybe I should move to England...

[@Luisa8783]

+TaiChiKnees Hi , I am an Italian teacher of English but even if I I have been studying and practising it for almost all my life, English speakers from all over the world are not so easy to understand sometimes...I've been in many places in the Uk and in some cases I thought I had a better pronunciation than some native speakers... :-) I'm joking, of course .. but as for Tom , his perfect way of speaking is so clear and understandable that , as I said before , it's like he was speaking Italian to me...

[@susanmontague5267]

After the last election, I'd move to England in a second!

[@aggelinapapanikolaou]

foreveryoung I am from Greece,and I wonder,English and American are really that different?Because most of the time I cannot tell the difference,other than the accent of course:)

[@janvanfirst]

I just want to hang out with Tom Hiddleston ... to enjoy his company and absorb as much of his knowledge of the complexity of his characters as possible. His knowledge is so impressive, yet he never lets that fact distance himself from others... he just seems so warm and giving, and inclusive.

[@beautifulspacesllc]

1000% agree, all these girls saying how hot and sexy he is, while I agree, I just wanna vibe. Like can we just have a cup of hot chocolate sitting at a panic table talking about film and stories.

[@aramis5301]

@@beautifulspacesllc But that is also a large part of what makes him "hot", though. It's not just that he's incredibly pretty. He also has the kindest eyes, the most genuine smile, and a wonderful voice. I mean, for a long time I'd seen people thirst over Tom Hiddleston online, and as long as I only saw pictures of him, I didn't really understand why. But you need to actually see him move and talk and interact with people, and then it becomes really obvious why everyone is so in love with him.

[@kirstenvdspek]

@@aramis5301 This is where I'm at right now, since Loki on Disney+. I was aware he was hugely popular but never dove into it myself. Until I did, and here I am, and I predict this feeling isn't going to end any time soon, if ever. Being enamored with him is very rewarding.

[@positivelypetpartners]

He is so darn articulate, so intelligent, his Eton and Cambridge educations have served him well. I like when he gets introspective, he's an interviewers dream!

[@MissGhettogospel]

Mostly Cambridge, I suppose. We have seen, particularly in recent years, how catastrophic a so-called 'Etonian' education can be.

[@vickyabramowitz2885]

@@MissGhettogospel I've not heard anything about a downside to an education at Eton. But I'm American so that probably is why.

[@leif1075]

@@vickyabramowitz2885 Yea me neither I'm curious what is the potentially catastrophic downside?

[@cherophilia]

Mom: Just one video then go to bed, okay? Me: Okay *clicks this video*

[@rooldafool6840]

cherophilia 𝙎𝘼𝙈𝙀

[@janeway73]

I saw Betrayal with Tom Hiddleston and felt exactly what he says, that I was in the presence of greatness. He is one formidable actor of our age.

[@carolynrupp7162]

The eloquence and passion with which this man speaks about not only his form of art, but art in general is earth-shattering. He is so incredible about remembering and paying respect to not only his directors, co-stars, but the authors and other artists that are the basis for some of his work, thank you Tom for being so genuinely appreciative about art!

[@MelissaThompson432]

I noticed that Loki in particular comes across as a theatrical character; Thor may be a Prince Hal, but he doesn't come across as that *type* of archetype. Loki is a master of drama. He uses overlarge gestures; in a way, his quiet moments are that much more fraught because he is so...I want to say orotund: "I am Loki of Asgard, and I am burdened with glorious purpose!" The drama rolls off of him. Another actor would not have brought that tradition to Loki, and the character (and the MCU) would have suffered. Kenneth Branagh, to the extent that Tom Hiddleston is not self-created, didn't merely give a guy a job; he created a superstar. I predict the future is his for the taking.

[@ezrak.334]

This is a really good point. I think that's why I've been drawn to hiddleston out of the other actors. I've acted in plays my whole childhood, apprenticed in theaters, and just surrounded myself with theater people. He is a theater person: a theaterical actor, not a movie star or comedian by an intellectual artist and it am just enamored by his presence

[@susanmontague5267]

I have become completely obsessed with TWHiddleston. Honest To God, I can't get enough. I've read, watched and listened to enough of him that I went through "He's way too enamored of himself." To: "no. I think he is completely enamored of his art." AND, the man IS gifted; he has a right to have pride of self. He is also able to give praise to others, so he is not completely stuck on himself alone. He wants to be a kind person, a giving person, one who loves, but one who empathizes and is companionate. So, I'm sold. More please! And could I please adopt you, Mr. Hiddleston? I have kids your age you could play with. You'd have to move to Seattle, which is not a prison sentence. Do think on it. I'd be the happiest girl my age.

[@floocher1]

Susan Montague m

[@uthrasriram9386]

With you there! I have a son slightly younger, so am in the race to adopt him! I have a leg up, because one of his sisters used to live in my hometown, & Tom used to visit her... even has picked up a few Tamil words 🥰 I'm not above using that connection, however strenuous it might be !

[@Wandering.Homebody]

@@uthrasriram9386 wannakam :) what's your hometown?

[@tcorbett72]

This is my favorite of his interviews because he was allowed to be thoughtful and articulate, instead of having to give sound bites.

[@hpgal88]

you got to let this man finish his points and they are long but its worth to hear it.

[@nicoligealyajapal]

true

[@rachelsingleton2023]

He has the benefit of being a well educated intelligent and articulate man. He is interesting to listen to because he loves to learn and observe and understand not only his chosen profession but life. I am a fan.

[@ezrak.334]

Can we just applaud this interviewer for the most ruminative, creative questions that perfectly elevate Tom's digression.

[@CopperCassie]

Tom is incredibly talented and is so passionate about acting. He studies his characters as well as the script. He is serious about every role; I love how he talks about all of his roles with so much love, including defending for Loki every time people ‘misunderstand’ Loki.

[@tiffanygerstler1926]

Tom Hiddleston is absolutely brilliant and has an incredible emotional intelligence. He is by far my favorite actor, but also an outstanding entertainer. He sings, dances, does impressions - even juggles. It is rare to see that kind of entertainer in this day and age. It is impossible to not fall in love with him.

[@grace-yz2sr]

"Hello, darkness, my old friend." :)

[@sharonlangton6521]

His memory is unreal. He is mesmerizing and so well spoken. How refreshing. er

[@tonistarrrk]

his voice is like smooth velvet silk.

[@LaurenOrion]

I just play this before I go to bed, his voice is so soothing

[@vgfitch]

He reads the book high-rise on KZbin as well, its nice to listen to as well...

[@safiya970]

In bed rn lol 😅 The High Rise reading puts me to sleep. His voice is si damn soothing 😩💖

[@ezrak.334]

I think there's a reason why I've been drawn to hiddleston out of the other MCU actors. I've acted in plays my whole childhood, apprenticed in theaters, and just surrounded myself with theater people. He is a theater person: a theaterical actor, not a movie star or comedian but an intellectual artist and it am just enamored by his presence. I feel comfort when he talks about his trade, and this wave of possibilty. He feels both my superior and an equal and life feels suddenly wonderful and full of possibility when he talks about it

[@stupify1206]

Its so pleasing to listen to Tom talk about his theatre/acting career and his interests along with experiences. The level of passion and the way he talks about getting into character, how he gets his inspiration etc is so incredible. He's a main reason why i love film so much, simply because of his perspective on the industry.

[@theahaberman8189]

I love it when he digresses...

[@jadeeye5630]

Tom can make an hour feel like a lifetime of thoughts and still way too short

[@annvos6051]

YES!

[@miledith555]

I love the way he says "actually". I don't know why, but I find it so pleasing. Not to mention I love everything about him.

[@eileencritchley4630]

I use that word often I didn't actually realise it until a friend pointed it out to me.

[@kathrynsmart1639]

Oh my word this man’s brain is incredible 😱... could listen to him for hours x

[@hslee3166]

I also think the interviewer asked many great quesitons (well maybe except for the Bond...;) with certain level of understanding of Tom Hiddleston's works. This interview helped me get the gist of his filmographic philosophy

[@generalkenobi3215]

He’s just really intelligent. I admire his dedication to his craft.

[@charliem.p.4864]

Just when I thought I was freed from this man's spell, KZbin puts this video in my feed... Damn. KZbin stop it!

[@priyameto3619]

He is such a gentleman. Probably one of the best human being ❤️

[@cristinafrick9773]

I'm so blessed by God to have my wonderful husband Brad, who is an amazing human being!😀

[@BlakCircleGirl]

Tom is just such an interesting person. He just continuously astounds me with his intelligence and wit. I agree there is something to learning how people truly are under their masks. To really know who a person is when no one else is watching. I was just having a conversation with someone who joked who has time to really get to know someone. I think it's work the time. One of the reasons he's so outstanding like in The Night Manager is how much he can say just with his eyes or a gesture. I can't tell you how it affected me during that--no spoilers--fireworks scene. What Hopkins said to him touches me in a few ways, with my writing for one. But especially after losing some great musicians recently due to their darkness and how it was said there has to be someone who can touch the darkness for us. To go where angels fear to tread.

[@dianairungbam3272]

He's a rare species....im falling for him again and again💗💗💗

[@arimax888]

This was the most in-depth analysis unapologetically honest & informative talk I've seen! He's such a impressive actor and I can't wait to see how far he takes us

[@lemongrass1197]

This guy really knows his shit! So smart and well spoken.

[@emilija8573]

It's like 4 am and I'm not really understanding what he's saying but I'm really enjoying his soothing voice 😭

[@tomhiddleston1323]

It's pretty remarkable how many people my Acting touches...I think I am very lucky in that way. I think I have you to be the most thankful for, all these years.❤❤❤❤ 💯💯💯

[@thepepperpot3809]

Oh my goodness, I should've known this would've been posted somewhere. I was at this talk. He's amazing.

[@sandie321]

I have just watched him as Prince Hal and HenryV in a trilogy in a 4 dvd set entitled The Hollow Crown. He is stupendous. Actually, along with the costumes, film locations and the many well-known faces, the whole set was spellbinding.

[@Zib099]

If this guy had an American accent I wouldn't be half into him as I am. He's there most well spoken Actor ever

[@crystallam7335]

Beautiful. Just beautiful. I loved the treasured story about his first real theatrical encounter and being floored by stellar performances by giants. Absolutely beautiful.

[@dsanchezbrett]

what a fascinating person! he is not just intelligent and handsome but he has an excellent memory too.

[@1humblerubi487]

Why am I only now seeing this Omg his voice is so amazing

[@krown4135]

''There's something active in the way he's passive'' I don't know about Pine, but I feel like I, myself relate to this one.

[@grace-yz2sr]

I want to see that dairy milk commercial.

[@susanmontague5267]

Yes, please!

[@gossamerwings3632]

Became a fan of his from seeing him in "The Hollow Crown" as Prince Hal, in "Henry V" and "Henry IV" with Jeremy Irons on pbs BBC series. So happy that he's become a star since then, i see many awards for him in his career, note Academy Awards!

[@bettyzhang3030]

dark green socks X tan oxfords = aesthetic goals AF

[@margaritam.9118]

#fuckyeahbritain :D

[@redrumax]

can't believe you looked at that

[@Elvira-jb1qj]

he's such a beautifully spoken person i can't

[@katenestor1984]

Such a handsome man!😍😍

[@ForeverSweetx3]

Every time I listen to Tom, I learn a new vocabulary word. Ahaha Carapace and corollary.

[@eileencritchley4630]

I adore that Tom has mentioned every playwrite I've enjoyed eg Shakespear, Howard Pinter, Tom Stoppard, Henrick Ibsen. These are the greats I would travel up to London in order to view their master pieces being unfurled in many a playhouse.

[@marysanchez2981]

He speaks from a very real place

[@suzuenhamid9920]

no one: absolutely no one: Me listening to his voice while I study for my nursing course:

[@verasimic411]

OMG, he is so absolutely wonderful.

[@megbell8411]

He is so intelligent and thoughtful. Love him!!

[@user-ez6vl9xx4v]

Still my favourite actor and my ideal guy!

[@brazosteinway5924]

The greatest talent of the last 150 years

[@eck2x]

Tom is love!

[@ilixatreyu6111]

El es fantástico y me encanta cómo habla. Podría escucharlo por horas, es fascinante, es interesante. Cómo se expresa, las palabras que utiliza, es un hombre muy preparado y humilde. Me encantaría poder tener con el una larga y enriquecedora plática.

[@mightyvaleriya]

1 hour of quality content

[@chandrimaghosh99]

4 years later , I'm watching this interview finally 🥴

[@arissiswanti4985]

yessss, Tom in romantic comedy please

[@antoninajucovscaia8439]

thank you for posting. love his interviews.

[@peacerebelgirl]

the god of mischief - i can see in his twinkling-eye playful smile ;-)

[@ayesha2524]

Hiddlestoners ASSEMBLE

[@gabyelyzabeth3569]

i really hope i can meet you in the future. i love you, tom❤

[@ironvlogger9712]

Oh god, HIM in a romantic comedy? Oh. Damn. Hell. Yeah!😍😍😍😍😍

[@ruthcheng8726]

enjoying his soothing voice.....

[@pnynx]

He has all: he's talented, handsome and smart!!

[@loboleon8779]

Excelente actor, guapo, inteligente, carismatico, buen bailarin, poliglota, sexy y con una voz y sonrrisa que enamoran😍 lo tiene todo.

[@missmiley78]

I was just watching tom hiddleston in crimson peak as thomas sharp I liked it just i think it had a great dark edge to it I love Tom an amazing Actor I love the roles he plays Love the way he explores with his characters He speaks so itelligent when he speaks I think Tom is very kind and decent man I love watching him in his interviews He sounds so itelleligent alot when he explains alot of things I love him alot the way he prepares for his roles and acts like his roles is amazing When i see him as a different character i see him a different light see him as a different person whether loving caring falling in love to monstrous to evil To dark and an edge to him I love all his characters even though i havent seen all of them yet i eventually will some of his characters he shows so much diversity such change and realism Hes so intelligent I could listen to him talk all day you wish you could just sit there with him at times and just listen to him explain things you have never heard him explain in an intelligent manner I also just wanna watch Tom as an actor not just for his realism as his character but the fact hes a hot and sexy creature love you tom *blows kiss*

[@rotimungilkabita3561]

I want to hear his voice everyday

[@captnofmysoul]

I learn new words when I listen to him speak

[@yetta133]

Same!

[@laurenladota313]

I love this man on so many levels... he is amazing for sure.

[@merle309]

I would love to have a cup of tea with Tom Hiddleston and just chat about this and that. Would be really entertaining I'm sure

[@flashflair]

the sound is so weak, my volume is on absolute max.

[@palcada]

I love his aura so much. ♥️

[@kendrawong4549]

Hes just so intelligent and down to earth he's amazing

[@theaterpup3466]

Tom's joke with the water cooler was ironically very Loki. ;D

[@thestrugglingwriter5254]

He is so inspiring ❤️

[@emikiwi]

40:40 that is a spot on Anthony Hopkins impression!

[@marisa6210]

What a talented and brilliant man.

[@brookew.952]

Lord his voice is like asmr

[@tomhiddleston1323]

It's pretty remarkable how many people my Acting touches...I think I am very lucky in that way. I think I have you to be the most thankful for, all these years.❤❤❤❤

[@dafinker3443]

He is so good real and superb in Night Manager. His romantic lead ...... unequal

[@SC-zg1te]

I like his green socks. I will buy the same color lol

[@velehatmecek2224]

Bu adam her zaman benim Bay Mükemmel tanımım olacak. Her birkaç ayda bir geri dönüp röportajlarını izliyorum. Gerçekten tanrı erkekleri yaratmış ve onu bir özür olarak göndermiş gibi. This man will always be my definition of Mr.Perfect. Every once in a couple months, I return to watch his interviews. He really is like god's apology for creating men.

[@elizabethgill9161]

If our lives are nothing more than an authors imagination, then Tom's life was definitely written by a woman.

[@yetta133]

Absolutely blown away by your observation! 💙

[@gloriahead]

Most beautiful eyes in the World ❤❤

[@alizafatima8847]

He was constantly looking at something (or someone) and I really what to know what or who got Tom Hiddleston distracted!

[@rainbowrodriguez3877]

Who whatching this in 2018

[@genxgina1106]

November 2021

[@hollyoswald7808]

How about 2024?

[@5334881]

Being totally besotted with Aidan Turner I see TH as his natural competitor, almost enemy. So I admit this with a sort of hesitation, feeling kinda unloyal toward AT. But he's really interesting man, talking to him must be a great intelectual pleasure. And I totally agree with his opinion on John Le Carre. He's really great novelist, I love his books, and I think I've read all what has been translated into Polish.

[@halinamachul2950]

He would be a superlative Bond ,actually he can play anything

[@nellysorokko5665]

Super. Thank you.

[@brazosteinway5924]

Great Talent

[@lcmari95]

He’s smart. He’s hot.

[@marysanchez2981]

he keeps looking into the audience

[@giulias.5104]

Indulgence in enjoying this man.. 😉

[@Impro_Peach]

Том прекрасен, это интервью это доказывает

[@jacinthlilly3148]

Me:**Sees this vid** An hour of Tom Hiddleston **clicks furiously**

[@cheeto2310]

Am I watching this to calmly hear his voice? Yep.

[@kendrawong4549]

HIS CHANGE IN ACCENT WAS SO HOT WHAT

[@agentedamatrix.493]

What min?

[@Mel-cz3sc]

I mean just look at his LEGS