"Can you do the magic?!" 🥶 Anya Taylor-Joy on 'playing' Frozen's Elsa

Watch Anya Taylor-Joy: The Story So Far in full on BBC iPlayer in the UK: bbc.in/3OdZ6xl
Anya Taylor-Joy joins BBC Radio 1's film critic Ali Plumb to talk about her new movie The Northman, and how the fun she had with co-star Alexander Skarsgard. She also reveals her favourite Disney moments, and the animated character she's always wanted to play on screen (no, not Elsa!) Plus, she talks about being on set for Queen's Gambit, Emma and Last Night in Soho.
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Watch Anya's full chat with Ali on BBC iPlayer in the UK: bbc.in/3OdZ6xl For more on her performances in Peaky Blinders, The Witch and Glass.

[@yeungeddie]

Interview Dua pleease

[@FoodNerds]

Oh I can’t wait to see her in the live action version of Frozen ❄️ I’m loving Queens Gambit!

[@StelenaVD]

You can just tell she genuinely loves her craft and what she does and that's what makes her brilliant at it

[@BartAllen]

*To be fair most people would appear as such if they were being paid such an enormous fee ~* 🥺

[@monie3785]

@@BartAllen i was waiting to read one of (y’all )comments

[@BartAllen]

@@monie3785*"Your comments", I believe you meant ~*

[@monie3785]

@@BartAllen nah i said what i meant

[@BartAllen]

@@monie3785 *I'm correcting your improper usage of the English language, that's all ^_^*

[@LayllasLocker]

This guy is one of the best interviewers! No cringe questions, can keep the conversation. Love it!

[@cjtrules1]

I put him up with Sean Evans from Hot Ones and Graham Norton from The Graham Norton Show.

[@LayllasLocker]

@@cjtrules1 Graham is top tier, my fav by far! But I won't count him for this. He has a show and it's a bit different compared to these interviews. :D

[@lifePaultheball]

@@cjtrules1 Graham is on a league of his own. Beautiful moments are continually created on that show for years courtesy his ability, Witt.

[@cjtrules1]

@@lifePaultheball I don't disagree with that.

[@cjtrules1]

@@LayllasLocker Fair

[@jaredvlogs8891]

she knew we been wanting her as anastasia. she knew. she would be perfect.

[@sunday_7027]

That's what I've been thinking too 🙏

[@Dani-rz8dj]

Omg she’d be perfect

[@jaydedgar1357]

literally would loooove to see her as that! fav movie fav actress

[@_the_little_mermaid_]

Noooo, I want her to play Elsa 😢😢

[@mayam.3240]

She feels like so dorky, down on earth and fun to ba around. No wonder she brings so much life to the characters she plays.

[@andyvictory950]

She looks ethereal, i mean this is must be how Tolkien Elf would look like in real life

[@sushi_master4447]

you got me on tolkien elf. that would be a dream (and be my best day) to see her play in lotr herself. kinda expecting it to happen now lol

[@andyvictory950]

@@sushi_master4447 right, i mean i know they already finished the series but imagine her as young Galadriel

[@thomasjuniardi3559]

I wanted her to play Celebrian, daughter of Galadriel and Celeborn, Elrond wife and mother to Arwen, Elrohir and Elledan. 😁

[@ethan123p4]

Amazon don’t care about this clearly

[@arghjayem]

@@thomasjuniardi3559 she looks far more like a young Galadriel than the actress playing young Galadriel in the new Amazon series. Ethereal, elven beauty!

[@alterbridgebrad]

The fact Anya likes Atlantis, Anastasia, and Treasure Planet is awesome. I love all those films as well and I rarely hear anyone talk about them so I'm glad she mentioned them. They deserve more credit.

[@theoutsiderjess4869]

Those were some of my favorites growing up before I found my favorite Disney princess

[@MyFictionalChaos]

People talk about those movies all the time

[@sengiko]

She is filled with charisma, she is an excellent actress, and has one of the prettiest names ever. Might name a future daughter after her

[@ruo4945]

yes she's truly gorgeous and naturally beautiful she's so refreshing to watch and listen to

[@gars129]

Yes me too!

[@barbaraniven5773]

a joy if you will

[@santiag0_pered0]

I will totally name my daughter after her.

[@gustaf3811]

​@@ruo4945 Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, she looks like a less ugly sid from Ice age in my opinion to be honest but to each their own I guess.

[@stormbornq359]

She would be a perfect character to play Elsa, if there will a frozen live action movie.

[@expensivepink7]

YES. the only human ever that actually looks like Elsa

[@sunnywangpan7676]

No

[@darthhauler9947]

Totally agree. Both are 5'8, slender and petite frame with bright ash blonde hair. The only things she needs to pull off the full look is blue eye contacts and she's absolutely a match. Pair her up with Once Upon A Time's Elizabeth Lail as Princess Anna and you have a perfect match for the characters of Elsa and Anna.

[@kelvinrao1306]

Yes after frozen 3

[@cjtrules1]

100% not a knock on Anya but I'd prefer someone who is more of a powerhouse singer. You are going to be compared to IDINA MENZEL so audiences need to be at ease from the very 1st trailer and I think only a more successful singer could do that. I always thought Dove Cameron would do well after she nails Glinda in the movie adaptation of Wicked.

[@rkbranded]

The shyness with how she says "Thank you" just flows with what feels to be such genuine sincerity and class.

[@tashadent150]

If they ever do a live action 'Frozen', I could seriously see her as Elsa

[@forsythiahoareau6456]

She already has the same eyes as Elsa. She would be the perfect choice!

[@diamond82737]

they might race swap tho.

[@KristinaTurnerAquarius]

She is a clone and the Frozen is a reference to a cryogenicically frozen body.

[@forresthopkinsa]

@@diamond82737 The Arendellian royalty being white Scandinavians is pretty critical to the plot of the sequel

[@gustaf3811]

​@@forsythiahoareau6456 Not even closeto perfect, Freya Allan looks like her completely and has the right height, Anya is simply too tall.

[@nataliamuchova]

Anya loving Anastasia and bringing it to more people’s attention just made my day 🥰

[@theatomproject007]

Amazing that she identifies with these "animatransition" movies. All used a combination of computer imagery with hand drawn cell animation to create a distinct look of the time. They all had technical "ouch!" moments, but the overall movies are all under-rated.

[@TomF18]

Yup! It’s also my personal favorite, especially for being a ‘Disney-like, non-Disney’ movie.

[@Reylandson]

I know New Mutants wasn't good, but I really love Magik and I think Anya did a phenomenal job with her. Mr. Feige, she already knows how to cross through portals, so... 🥺

[@The_RedVIII]

New Mutants isn't even as bad as people make it out to be. It's not great, but it's watchable.

[@demxnbxyxo_9994]

Nah it was good

[@threwthelookingglass7194]

it was good.. just need a longer ending.

[@samf.s.7731]

You know I bet they will have something special for her at some point. Just look at Oscar Isaac, he's back baby!

[@rajirino4949]

been hoping she'd appear in the Multiverse of Madness since it was announced

[@jaycorbin5361]

They synced up their finger guns and tongue-clicks PERFECTLY.

[@sheylove2183]

Her version of Downtown is amazing really.such a nice voice.i've been waiting for this movie The Northman.

[@SaidurRahmanSajal]

I thought she is good and everything. Now that I came to find that she likes Treasure Planet and Atlantis, I'm convinced that she is a genuinely lovable soul and beautiful thoroughly in and out.

[@trloia8192]

If Anya would be a radio host ... I'm down to listen everyday what a nice voice she has✨

[@jeppefrolund1718]

Ali's broad pop culture knowledge alone, and the ability to riff over seemingly any movie makes him a standout.

[@Brianycus]

Anya Talyor-Joy speaking about Treasure Planet and Atlantis made my heart cry because I LOVE THOSE MOVIES and also hopinh they became Disney world for Kingdom Hearts IV haha

[@alwaysfallingshort]

Okay, 1: I was so bowled over when she said that. Also, 2: You now have given me a dream that must come true, and I want it more than a lot of things I wanted a few minutes ago before I read your comment. Treasure Planet would be so so so so so good in Kingdom Hearts. Atlantis would be a little more stretching but would still be great.

[@mycroft16]

Her version of Downtown is awesome. It's got a great haunted feeling to it without being creepy. And she's got such great facial expressions during it.

[@mc-mi4zh]

i’ve never heard her voice and it’s so crisp and soothing

[@cjtrules1]

Watch her sing Downtown. She's so elegant and angelic.

[@VideoClubRandom]

You should hear her speak Spanish...

[@HankMeldrum]

This is a very well-edited video, the choice and length of each cutaway to a movie referenced is very well-researched. My compliments to the editor(s).

[@nymfafa]

i particularly appreciate how silent everything else was when it comes back to them chatting

[@ben125431]

I already thought she was wonderful, but the fact she mentioned Atlantis AND TREASURE PLANET?! My heart can't take it

[@naidamar1]

She's perfect!

[@goodenergy752]

She’s so humble and cute!!

[@greatt7909]

I hope she becomes that actress who are this humble yet so talented that people would think of giving her any roles because she would do a hell of a good job in everyone of them.

[@lordathenion]

She has a very comforting voice wow

[@emieleode]

As a fellow journalist, I'm so inspired by Ali's interviews. He's a fantastic interviewer who always asks interesting questions and has a good rapport with his guests. Also I'd love to see Anya as Anastasia, she'd be perfect. It's one of my favourite princess films growing up

[@haleypollock9774]

I literally adore her, she’s so down to earth and you can tell she just loves what she does! So refreshing to see, keep up the amazing work Anya!

[@BoredPandaNomNom]

I think what makes Anya rise to the top so quickly is because she seems so down to earth and game for anything (in addition to being an incredible actress), and she seem so genuine and sincere

[@gustaf3811]

To be honest, she is a bit expression less and an overrated actress to be honest. Hollywood has created this beauty contest to get more viewers really and not because she is some sort of young talent.

[@elenaamore4762]

I’ve said it so many times but I will gladly repeat it: Ali Plumb is *the best*. Anytime one of his interviews comes out it automatically makes my day and I constantly rewatch his interviews just because they put a smile on my face. Sending loads of love to the best interviewer out there, Ali, you are very loved and appreciated

[@FramesPerSecond]

He’s second to Sean Evans for sure

[@cjtrules1]

@@FramesPerSecond No knock to Sean because I have him with Ali too, but Ali's interviews seem to be a lot grander than Sean's. Maybe it's because Sean is also doing something with the guest besides talking, but Ali's interviews just seem more "official". I'd add Graham Norton with those two as well.

[@seancorrigan7448]

Anya Taylor-Joy is too much talent and beauty to behold.

[@reihino6347]

She loves her job so much and it shows in all her work. It's really refreshing to see someone enjoy and feel grateful for the unique opportunities theyre given and Anya really takes them and turns any film she's in into gold. Love that girl.

[@heather3286]

Her appreciation of Anastasia has my heart 😍

[@loeuvrededieu]

I absolutely love Björk's covers of "Anyone Who Had a Heart" and "Downtown", and when I heard those songs again in Last Night in Soho, I became even more obsessed with the film, and it's just such a nice kind of full circle moment that Anya who also covered "Downtown" stars alongside Björk.

[@Onionjokes]

I loved Anastasia growing up! She would be perfect. They need to make this idea a reality now please!

[@yeahiprotest]

She’s such a movie star - exactly how you expect a movie star to look

[@crazylousy]

The animations which Anya recommended are still nice to enjoy today. Appreciate her more now

[@ebolarnator1794]

I've listened to Anya's down-tempo version of "Downtown" so many times. She has such an angelic voice in that song!

[@tomh5727]

She seems to be very cheerful and bubbly. WOW, I just realised she was the main character in Split !!!

[@clumsywithwords]

I can see her being Anastasia, it fits perfectly!!!

[@GenJuhru]

I hope they don't go like what happened to Mulan... Still Anya on a Disney live action still a win.

[@oinochoe]

She is otherworldly stunning!

[@jackmessent3490]

She's so pretty and incredibly talented! Ali Plumb is fantastic as always!

[@Moominteapot]

Is there anything she isn't good at lol? She's amazing !so ridculously pretty and talented

[@artloveranimation]

He's the best interviewer. Always does a fantastic job. Wonderful and friendly and respectful.

[@veggigoddess]

Not many women can look like a freakish alien and stunning at the same time

[@redrock861]

Haha, I was thinking the same thing, but didn't wanna post cuz it sounds insulting, but it's not. She looks incredible...and she's happy. She has a very happy soul, she knows how blessed she is, and I think it makes her even prettier.

[@dillonmackay683]

She lowkey look like that alien from Star Wars episode 2 where Obiwan went to fight Jango get the first time in the most attractive way

[@redrock861]

@@dillonmackay683 the super tall ones on the stormy planet?

[@dillonmackay683]

@@redrock861 yea

[@dillonmackay683]

@@redrock861 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gomvgpSMnKiDlbM these aliens

[@zzz181085]

She is so uniquely beautiful and talented

[@sharonugalde7042]

Anya is so genuine, it doesn't feel like she is a celebrity, it feels like she could be your best friend, I love her.

[@QUARTERMASTEREMI6]

Someone please make a petition to have Anya officially play Anastasia in a live action version! Also, her mentioning Treasure Planet and Atlantis are brilliant! ❤️

[@lmb1931]

I like Anya Taylor Joy. She is one of my favorite actors.

[@angeldoll2718]

The first time I ever noticed her was when she played in The Queen’s Gambit. That tv show was a great choice for her to be in because it helped in showing her potential. She’s a talented actress. This young women is going to go places.

[@leifculver8405]

So do we have to write a petition to Disney saying that she probably be pretty good doing that movie Frozen

[@cjtrules1]

I'd want a petition for Anastasia more than Frozen. I'd imagine it would be really tough to convince Disney to do a live action movie of their most successful IP too. Live action shatters the element of pretend for young girls since there is now a real face to the character. Frozen is also still new in comparison to a ton of their other movies.

[@downhillgroovy5859]

She was great in The Menu. The movie definitely holds your attention from start to finish

[@HuongTran-jg7tw]

Everytime I look at her, I'm stunned by her beauty, talent and soothing voice.

[@bbgunrulz]

She said Anastasia was her favorite AND she knew it wasn’t Disney…. I’m in love. Swooning over her

[@nykslashbaka7096]

The moment she mentioned "Treasure Planet" and "Atlantis", I was amazed and shocked at the same time. Those movies were really good but sadly not for their time. Really loved "Treasure Planet". Anyone who haven't watch it please do XD

[@lalachristy5581]

I had a dvd of Treasure Planet but I lost it!!! 😭😭😭 I wanna watch it again!!! Even Anastasia!!! It's been a long time since I watched those movies but I haven't watched Atlantis again.

[@nykslashbaka7096]

@@lalachristy5581 Always online, really should give "Atlantis" a try it's really sad that it was publish before it's time. It's a good movie highly recommend ☺

[@lalachristy5581]

@@nykslashbaka7096 I heard it's good but I can't find it anywhere... All I can find are Reaction videos of it. I wanna watch it too though along with Treasure Planet and Anastasia

[@AP-hn8wd]

Saw The Northman at an early screening. Probably Eggers best movie to date. Although, for me, the movie had a very similar feel to Ridley Scott & Russel Crowe’s Gladiator, it was such a visceral and visually grounded look on Norse Mythology. Highly recommend it!

[@Maria-up2yv]

I really didn't like it.

[@wicked8576]

anya is a woman out of this world, and ali never disappoints with his interviews.. :D

[@olyadyaksul4248]

Anya is so talented, adorable, cute and intelligent. Just a pure joy (sorry) to watch her playing a role or giving an interview!

[@blairsnyder1067]

Love his interviews so chill and personable

[@hollidaymadethis]

One of the only ones of these interview videos I didn't skip through. You can tell how passionate she is. Very well edited. Felt like a genuine conversation.

[@mhaipeter42]

dont die, anya ! such an adorable person. and alis questions are great as always.

[@asmita2318]

I just love her voice.

[@Gendgi]

This man needs a raise, his interviews are always so authentic! great job, thank you o/ also Anya is amazing hehe

[@leandrodiaz851]

Her voice is so smooth and relaxing. She would be great doing a podcast telling stories or doing radio drama!

[@SDavid3388]

God, everytime when I think: "I can't love Anya more." she says something and I love her even more. BTW Ali you're the best interviewer for sure.

[@D-Dollie]

I throughly enjoyed this interview!!! The questions and the flow of the conversation! Amazing!

[@TheLionessGoddess]

She just exudes warmth and grace. Love her!💛

[@tonyrodriguez2943]

I can’t wait for Anya Taylor Joy as Princess Peach in the new Mario movie 👑👸🏼.

[@cjtrules1]

Another brilliant casting choice

[@bobgenghiskhan2499]

She just seems so lovely and humble.

[@Mangrove417]

Can I just say that She is Absolutely Stunning , its so satisfying just looking at Her!!!! I don't blame the toddler, She is a princess!!!!

[@allyjay7395]

Loved her since the Witch! She is the It girl and not just bc she's beautiful but actually a genuine Actor!

[@elad3]

she's magnetic💜 I enjoyed this interview, he did a good job as usual

[@drownoble]

New Mutants was actually pretty good. The marketing was rather bad, since they couldn't decide if they wanted to portray it as a horror film or an X-Men film. Though I seriously doubt it, would love the MCU multiverse to bring New Mutants into the films.

[@stonechen2480]

Agree. If it was a pilot of a TV series, people would've been cheering.

[@batmanlosevoice8210]

ali plumb always doing great interviews and I always enjoying his interview with celebrities ❤

[@matthewchurchyard8552]

Wow we really need an Anastasia remake with Anya Taylor Joy

[@karupe9982]

This woman is a diamond PS: absolutely LOVE Atlantis, but i havent seen treasure planet, now that i know Anya loves it i will have to

[@Ryotsu2112]

Treasure Planet is basically the old Disney classic Treasure Island, but in space. It’s pretty good. The only drawbacks are the main character’s super-90’s rat tail haircut (didn’t age well), and Martin Short’s robot character (who that gets a little annoying after a while).

[@karupe9982]

@@Ryotsu2112 i linda love that 90s detail of the hair, its outdated but i dont mind. Thanks for the comment ✨✨

[@paduanicoc.7019]

she would be perfect to play Elsa, blonde, big eyes and can sing too. her acting is no question at all.

[@NotMeButAnother]

Well, I'm pretty sure Elsa is about 10 years younger than she is, but I suppose makeup magic can do a lot these days.

[@sv8265]

@@NotMeButAnother Not quite. Elsa is 24 in the most recent movie and Anya is 26.

[@NotMeButAnother]

@@sv8265 Right, I only saw the first Frozen where she is still a teenager, but the age in the second would fit well.

[@HoustonGothic]

YESSS, her version of Downtown gives me chills!

[@themagicalfox6]

She'd be good as Elsa if there's ever any live action Frozen

[@Hexentric8]

She's such a gorgeous human being 💕

[@danaruggia748]

her eyes are amazing

[@vegassims7]

She is so beautiful.. and kind.

[@BrockLogicGaming]

I need her to play Elsa right now! And I need Tom Holland and Zendaya to play the main characters from Atlantis!! Better yet, throw them all in a movie together!! 🤩🙌🏻

[@Ndihrkop]

I am officially a fan of her. She seems so sweet and real.

[@allyjo8676]

I always love his interviews he’s a film buff

[@nikytamayo]

What an amazing interview. You don't often get such a strong connection and understanding between interviewer and interviewee. Also, she's got great taste in animation!

[@aicarpool]

She is so classy and amazing to watch.

[@lidiapacheco8046]

This almost feels like it was a good chat between friends. Great interview!!

[@096nazar]

How can you be so CHARMING😍

[@RealBryanG]

She seems like a genuinely lovely person 😃

[@woncho1]

Not seen any of her stuff but what I can tell she got a heart of gold. Sooner or later I’m guessing I will see many of her work.

[@anwarharris-joyce5957]

It's actually owned by Disney now because Disney owns 20 century fox so Anastasia is technically a Disney princess now ijs

[@bbcradio1]

I mean, you're not wrong.

[@MrAsmontero]

Mind blown!

[@vlogily8043]

Well it was then they removed her from Disney+

[@alex0589]

f*ckng bob iger.....

[@ryantaner]

@@vlogily8043 most likely due to contract obligations that Fox made a commitment to other services prior to the Disney buyout. In the future, it should stay on Disney+ for good once the past contracts are up.

[@katearcher8514]

What a precious person

[@brahmandpedigree]

Serious petition for Anya to be cast in a live action adaptation of Anatasia. I would 100% watch that!

[@schawdaya]

From the few interviews I've seen it seems like Ali Plumb really knows how to bring out the best of people and keep the conversation going organically. Great interviewer

[@chescie_]

She’s a brilliant actress. She also has such a unique look 🥰.

[@xavierwaye1278]

I love her when she said Anastasia I love that movie

[@ginat.8064]

Seeing Ali and Anya excited about Anastasia was so fun. Love that movie!

[@sen7826]

I admire this woman so much that it amazes myself.

[@roll3r]

Such talent and beauty on display