Cate Blanchett & Ian McKellen | Actors on Actors - Full Conversation

[@piavu6020]

Both of their voices are so calm, so heavenly

[@tapwaterthirstoflife7605]

and so REGAL, both Richard III & Queen Elizabeth.

[@metalgearsolidsnake6978]

heavenly?

[@slowpace1984]

No lament here...

[@timmy3441]

@Rosida Andriyana Ian is British, Cate is Australian.

[@emanuelmurillo5302]

Pau Michelle you could easily enjoy this as a podcast

[@Tesla_Death_Ray]

Mithrandir: "when i was 25, i was quite gorgeous, i must say." Galadriel: "you still are"

[@anniex3082]

I shed a tear in that moment... they're both just so lovely.

[@justiceronzales9297]

I keep getting flashbacks of the added scene they had in the 3rd Hobbit film where Galadriel, Elrond and Saruman came to face the Necromancer (Sauron) to save Gandalf... The moment when Rhadagast the Brown was about to drive away on his sleigh with Gandalf and he reached out and grabbed Galadriel by the hand and said, "Come with me my Lady" because he knew the power Sauron had over the Elven Ring that Galadriel had... That moment was just so beautiful for me...

[@alexanderkiese1961]

@@anniex3082 I shed a tear when Sir Ian said, "It was like when we went to Middle Earth, which is were we first met." And they both laughed beautifully.

[@MalxaAza]

10:37 16:47

[@dustbunny1977]

I thought it was Sir Ian McKellen and Cate Blanchett?

[@jopabr24]

Cate's voice when Ian says he used to be so gorgeous. The genuine, heartfelt emotion when she says "You still *are* Ian." I felt that in my heart.

[@enricovankeeken1624]

*ánd....its true..+*

[@tracylf5409]

I think he was sexiest in his 50s

[@GrayNeko]

Galadriel and Gandalf reunited. Thank you so much for sharing this. Their chemistry together is absolutely effortless.

[@AgentDerevko]

It's like watching a king and queen

[@massif_]

+Pokemontas ame tu foto de perfil y nickname, ingenionso.

[@copperredd]

+Pokemontas YES!.....YEEESSSS!!!!

[@tapwaterthirstoflife7605]

he played Richard III and she played Queen Elizabeth lol

[@enjoyinglife9202]

They could also be excellent teachers I don't know why, but they are so utterly charismatic, I would listen to them for hours.

[@ssamstory1]

They both have a very regal and noble quality.

[@gpeddino]

It was so moving when Ian talked about dressing up as Gandalf and suddenly finding the character. Even Cate seemed emotional.

[@werewolf2003002]

There's a great clip of Ian and Patrick Stewart, I think they're answering web questions, where Ian talks a bit about Gandalf and you can sort of see Gandalf come out in his face for a moment, Patrick comments on it as well

[@Stellaacee]

I need at least 3 hours more of this.

[@zenithquasar9623]

On a loop!

[@clarestclair8771]

SA Chendra I totally agree

[@PlayNiceFolks]

I second this motion

[@valsptsd814]

SA Chendra motion carries. Proceed.

[@NicolasPine]

3 hours daily... :)

[@dvduadotcom]

Ian McKellen: "I'm terrified of bees, but as it turns out they're absolutely charming" That might be the single greatest thing I will ever hear someone say on a talkshow. Two of my absolute favorite living actors.

[@Civ33]

At least if you are talking about European honeybees. If you are talking about African honey bees, like we have, you get the terror without the charm

[@Schizm1]

Ian McKellen... 76 years old and sill sharp as ever. And Cate Blanchett- My God she's sooooo gorgeous

[@dhaliadestrange]

I was marveling at how mindful and intelligent she was, as well.

[@nizahe2731]

By gorgeous u mean u would like to have sex with her? Stop stating obvious.

[@Einomar]

Nizahe Ⓥ That is your assumption not his/her's statement.

[@johnlewis9158]

The older kate gets the better she looks

[@clarestclair8771]

Schizm1 she is absolutely breathtaking and Ian is a darling

[@LadyRow00]

Cate Blanchett is a stunner. And I love her response to Ian recalling being gorgeous at 25. "You still are, Ian." What a quick and genuine response. They're both lovely.

[@TheCMnews]

fucking LEGENDS. just FUCKING LEGENDS.

[@GreezyMPZ]

+Chris M i really eel your excitement

[@paradox...]

+Chris M Dammit Chris! I was gonna say that! xD

[@breedakennedy3182]

+Chris M Absolutely! Total, total jaw dropping, awe inspiring legends!

[@athb4hu]

+Chris M Definitely

[@mariebdo2703]

+Chris M I KNOW RIGHT ! *dead*

[@ChiliPeppz]

Cate Blanchett is the epitome of class and elegance, she's beautiful!

[@isabellebernard5292]

Cate Blanchett just seems like such a truly nice person, it's incredible. I bet she could talk with anybody and end up putting a smile on their face.

[@Tawadeb]

I met her at the Hobbit premiere in Wellington. She is lovely. And very beautiful

[@robotaholic]

In interviews when they're trying to trip her up, she trips THEM up

[@John-tc9gp]

she's an actress. they pretend to 'seem' for a living

[@tomasalarconchible9729]

@@John-tc9gp thats just a bitter sad way of thinking

[@John-tc9gp]

@@tomasalarconchible9729 Sad but true

[@breedakennedy3182]

I listen to this with headphones and yet I find myself leaning in to 'hear' more because the authenticity manifest in this conversation is endlessly engaging and revealing. This is a mesmerising encounter of mutual respect, interest and talent.

[@breedakennedy3182]

Thanks Kevin, glad you went to the trouble of responding. Your commentary and use of the word 'kent' is much appreciated.

[@ThaleiaFantasy]

I'm leaning in, too. It's like I'm being told a fairy tale, or the secret of the universe.

[@velvetindigonight]

Beautifully explained and true

[@isaiahbaggett2758]

16:50 "It's like when I first went to Middle Earth, which is where we met first..." - says is SOOOO casually and passive!!!!! These two are amazing!!!

[@Zoe_kay]

They both speak so beautifully..... could hear them forever. Brilliant actors

[@stopbunsen]

I've seen a number of these Actors on Actors, and this one is the best. It's less like they're interviewing each other, and more like they're just having a friendly chat and giggle.

[@fredericmoresmau4303]

I blame them, they made me socially drop out of everywhere I was fine until they started social manipulate me

[@sokandueler9578]

Timothy Cole well, they did spend four years together from 1999 to 2003.

[@mixck]

Yes it is a really natural conversation

[@Anonymous18531]

I'm really enjoying Ian's endearing uneasiness and Cate's warm sarcasm. Even as themselves, we can see so much of the rich texture of their personhood.

[@MiakoKoneo]

Cate and Ian are seriously one of the very very very top amazing astonishing actors in the entire world.

[@williamwallace2278]

Cant beat classically trained British Shakespearean actors.

[@jessica5497]

Yes.

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@@williamwallace2278 Oh please. Get out of here. They can beat classically trained OVERRATED British Shakespearean actors. You halfwits are stereotypes.

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@@williamwallace2278 More like classically trained British OVERRATED actors can't beat Sir Ian and Cate.

[@sapphioca1965]

"You still are, Ian. You still are." WHAT AN ANGEL

[@AnDi-sl6kd]

6:50 Cate's face when Ian ask her about Carol, just priceless ^__^

[@ashleigh1105]

+Nik Caras u ok?

[@PatriCoop]

She can melt a camera with that gaze!

[@youtubellc2211]

Feminist: Male Gaze!? sexist! sexist! sexist! right here.

[@evelynnuman]

@@youtubellc2211 what an insipid comment

[@nt4081]

@@youtubellc2211 He is gay, this is nothing sexual

[@julianwalker9852]

Cate Blanchett and Meryl Streep are easily the greatest actresses of our time

[@augth]

Maggie Smith

[@jdstep97]

Julian Walker, I wholeheartedly agree that Cate Blanchett and Meryl Streep are the greatest actresses. However, you simply must add Dames Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, and Helen Mirren. All five are superior.

[@weirddood9917]

Dont forget amy adams!

[@alexanderamaya6977]

Kate Winslet anyone...?

[@just_cade]

Also Jodie Foster and Sigourney Weaver 👏🏻🔥

[@ankymrn]

I could listen to them all day.

[@zaynes5094]

I love that she still is proud of Rooney for her acting in Carol. For me, it was Rooney’s character that stole the show and she rightfully deserved the Oscar that year, but Cate really manages to embody that classy, upper-class American Carol character. They had such easy chemistry.

[@samseleznow3430]

Two brilliant artists picking each others brains. This is one of the best interviews on acting I have seen. Everything they talk about is just so reaffirming. Pure genius

[@velvetindigonight]

And so genuine.................

[@karagalactic]

I really love the way they carry themselves. Its so different from what we see in the mainstream of people. Theyre very grounded, calm, respectful of each other. Seeing actors like this gets me excited to age ❤

[@cjc776]

I liked that she mentionned the parallel between Blanche Dubois and her character in Blue Jasmine. Woody's denial of it was just ludicrous. And Cate looks so much like Vivien in that movie too.

[@ACrackedSmile]

They need to hurry up and make some immortality pill or machine, JUST SOMETHING! Ian mckellen must not ever die!

[@kingwewuz2823]

But if he does he'll just come back as a more powerful version of himself.

[@s_mp_08]

sirK eeGcM he just died btw

[@swynter119]

Yes, but as Jim S says, it's because he will be meeting people at the gates of heaven. Though, I hope he doesn't say to me "YOU SHALL NOT PASS"....love Sir Ian....#bygons

[@joe19392]

Shi Palabrica Ummmmm..... He's alive.

[@Jonasftw]

Make two! We need one for Betty White.

[@ccm800]

"they were ABsolutely charming!" "The bees?" "Yes" WIN

[@nadiazayman779]

That was incredibly endearing!

[@martywittenberg6601]

He has such a lovely way with her. I think they are both underselling eachother because they are tremendous actors. But through their humbleness they feel they are never good enough. It's a good thing it's to others to really see how good they are.

[@omerb13]

it feels like there is no camera, just an honest conversation between two people who respect each other.

[@nt4081]

I disagree, two people exchanging pleasantries and hyping each other , it seems rather phony to me.

[@reach2prasanna]

Wow the reaction Cate gives after Ian asks about Carol, stunning. I just finished reading about Cate on Wikipedia - what an extraordinary career and person she is. Not Hollywood at all in any sense, yet she is the reigning Queen of it.

[@s_mp_08]

Prasanna J you're stupid enough to comment that

[@RVAnne22]

Jennifer Lawrence, like Emma Stone, is a movie star. Cate Blanchett, like Meryl Streep, is an ACTOR.

[@RVAnne22]

But you said it yourself, Cate Blanchett is not a huge box office draw like Jennifer Lawrence. Jennifer, Emma, Julia, Sandra are all movie stars, they deliver big box office numbers. While Cate, Meryl, Kate W, Tilda are actors, known for their work and artistry. They are more respected and acclaimed than these so called "movie stars".

[@Rachel-xl3rq]

RVAnne22 Blanchett is both an "actor" and a "movie star" though. She has a lot of $100M grossing films where she's the lead actress.

[@Rachel-xl3rq]

Xcuze nah I never consider LOTR/Hobbit a CB film since she was only on screen for like 5 mins lol Cinderella was different though, the two "leads" were relatively unknown, that's why Cate got top billing over Lily and Richard. But yes you're right, JLaw is a bigger BO draw bc she's young + bigger celebrity while Cate is older + very private person

[@timoteahorska2088]

I feel sophisticated and intelligent just watching them, such a grace and calmness radiating from them two, almost mesmerizing

[@BookFreakyTube]

It's amazing to be able to see these two giants, these two theatre-passionate actors, talking and sharing their limitations and their love for what they do. It's heart-warming.

[@sriram957]

Cate Blanchett--Long may she reign!

[@kerrythomas7411]

"Well you can't keep bees". OMG her comedic timing. I'M GAGGING.

[@clyris]

Oh my lord. They both exude a calmness about them that is very relaxing and comforting. Listening to them converse is almost like meditation.

[@hondo190]

Compared to Late Show interviews this was amazing. Calm and sensitive giving the other side its time to develop an answer. Thank you for this jewel.

[@Camiliconsz]

They are completely in another level and I love it.

[@beamertoy]

I love their chemistry together. It translates so well on screen, like they have so much admiration for each other and their work

[@nTrophy]

The bit starting at ~13ish minutes feels so personal and unbelievable at the same time. Two legends feeling so self-aware and vulnerable.

[@agutmann0]

Cate Blanchett is a legend. And it was priceless at 14:17 , how humble of herself she is.

[@Grotomode]

When I die, I want Gandalf and Galadriel to greet me at the gates of heaven. Or hell. Doesnt matter.

[@shalommichael8263]

Jim S

[@bmabs35]

They won't be at either. They'll be at Valinor.

[@baconbastrd4940]

Brendan Sousa Nerd ;)

[@Amp389lanG]

Actually they will be in the Grey Havens, out there toward the West!

[@katrayos988]

Hela would greet you at the gates of Hell, if ever you end up there

[@aurializ3287]

Incredibly charming how Sir Ian McKellen is trying to talk to her like equals and she keeps on fangirling about him. I love them both. Thank you for existing

[@paytonpenel9194]

"you still are Ian" they're so lovely to observe. Such a neat friendship

[@charltje]

Putting these two together for Actors on Actors was brilliant. Big love.

[@DeFawk]

I love this legendary duo. However, my love for cate blanchett is unparalleled, just as she is.

[@lobinho_solteiro]

couldn't agree more :)

[@Darkness-ie2yl]

I was thinking how nice it is to be gay and interview her without sexual tension. But then again Im simply too sexy.

[@marcelvie3939]

"Well, you can't keep bees". I love her so much...

[@elva1111]

Perfect together, what a charming man he is! Class 100% for both of them.

[@yayaya6740]

This is such a wonderful program...and this is one of the nicest couple to see interviewing each other....I cannot get enough of Cate Blanchett

[@jomoody798]

im crying. seeing them talking is beautiful!!

[@vars280287]

I could listen to Ian speak all day

[@yvesandrethevenot3489]

two of the finest actors ever. It was genius to cast them in TLOTR. Ian Mc Kellen deserved the academy awards for his impersonation of Gandalf, hands down. One of the best acting performance ever.

[@SAK1855]

The key to his acting is he pretends to be the person he’s portraying in the film or play.

[@AndersWatches]

Sir Ian saying “if I’m not good at acting, then im not good at anything else” hit home for me. Dang. I’ve voiced that exact thought so many times. Hearing it from someone like him is a huge comfort. He’s truly one of the greats.

[@peteowen5860]

Ian Mckellen sounds so graceful and interesting, we need more souls like this in the World

[@breakawayusa]

I’ve been watching hours and hours of Cate Blanchett interviews and she has this genuine warm connection with everyone she talks to it seems. I’m so mesmerized by her.

[@fouadbane]

they're ridiculously humble !! you're both GREAT actors you have to accept it. lol :)

[@Tyger20]

"Forever nipping around the corner to share a cigarette." "shhh" "To share a... line of coke." LOL.

[@Morgue12free]

That was an unintentional slip :D

[@antheajohnson4234]

I'm trying to find where they said this?

[@antheajohnson4234]

nvm I found it :D

[@jauhwilliams8618]

@@antheajohnson4234 can you tell me where?

[@lynsyaneeza]

@@jauhwilliams8618 20:37

[@darkhorse811]

6:48 I love that naughty look she gives Ian when he asks her about Carol. Cate, you sexy beast! :D

[@alienalex1426]

true that! :D

[@dvduadotcom]

Oooo yes!

[@bread2951]

Omg, that look.

[@markoosh]

10:44 this gave me goosebumps... such a lovely interaction. I love those two so much. ♥

[@calvinbridges-avalos9911]

I've watched this interview three times and I still am not tired of it. Their conversation is effortless and they really seem to adore each other.

[@MoneyStory52]

They are so self deprecating but kind to each other. Love it.

[@azwaramiraja2283]

The Cate blanchet's expression when Sir Ian asks, "But now tell me about Carol"

[@jcel4378]

I can listen to these talk for hours. They're eloquent and articulate, and don't throw around the word "like" in every other sentence.

[@davidadams2395]

Her embarrassment over being outed as a smoker was endearing.

[@sweiland75]

+David Adams She should be.

[@iamfilipinas]

Oh yes lol!! Sir Ian McKellen was shusssshed 😂

[@coshcosh3753]

David Adams when?

[@jeanscott20]

+Coshcosh 20:38

[@Selenite11]

Alin Fatu It's stupidity. And people are generally ashamed of acting stupid.

[@lulamidgeable]

I love the way she says 'let's do it on stage' when they are talking about working together. They both must love theatre work more than film.

[@oscarfun100]

Sauron didn't like this.

[@oscarfun100]

+jeffrey ryan And Saruman. Cause now the video got 3 dislikes, lol.

[@weilien86]

+Hillbilly Pig And now, Grima Wormtongue.

[@euphoriaz870]

+weilien86 (・ˍ・*)whos that?

[@nikcaras4623]

+Gábor Vág f... them! morrons that have issues

[@euphoriaz870]

+Gábor Vág 😊😊😊 THANK YOU💋

[@geanalhart]

10:43 is the tone and voice that will melt everyone's heart

[@imreallyhere153]

6:47 that smirk

[@alexisclements3167]

Geez... I could watch this pair politely chatting for another hour easily. Such seemingly lovely people with so much talent and genuine personal and professional respect for one another.

[@palettelondon]

Delicious chemistry! Mr McKellen is just adorable in this two-way interview with Cate Blanchett. If you haven't yet seen 'Carol', you're in for a real treat; certainly Blanchett's most focused performance to date.

[@claretheworm]

Palette london loved her role of the gentle lover in Carol. XD she seems like a good kisser too. ^3^ loved that movie.

[@vampiraJ]

I’ll have to check it out. I adore Cate. She was wonderful in Elizabeth.

[@uncleiroh5061]

These two are icons. Both able to be so vulnerable yet also self-assured. I wish this was longer :(

[@IAmAPhan]

This was just a gorgeous interview between two esteemed actors who were genuinely interested in what each other. I love this and I love them!

[@GranpaMike]

My two favorite actors, sitting together conversing. I loved this, so glad I came across it. A big hug to both.

[@Bisbeatle]

This is a brilliant idea! Have professionals talk to other professionals! Every word is utterly fascinating... it feels like you're eavesdropping on a quiet evening between friends.

[@Mr_Scrooge]

Her voice is enchanting

[@roter13]

YES! just YES! everything about it this is YES!

[@spleen5527]

+roter13 moron

[@sidyable]

+King Steve ?? Well for a moron who so far has 36 Likes on that comment, which echoes most other comments on This video.. One could possibly extrapolate, That You are the "Moron" - not me however, because one can not judge another's intelligence from One enthusiastic comment on a youtube video. can one??

[@spleen5527]

Shadrach Del'Monte Popularity does not mean intelligence. Explain how this video represents the word yes.

[@spleen5527]

***** whatever

[@sidyable]

King Steve whats obvious misses low intelligence, "yes yes" was expressing how much they enjoyed the video.

[@jacobwhite7993]

those 2 are just some of the most pure hearted, golden souls in show business. Than you both for being apart of my childhood, my imagination and thank you for continuing to have such a diverse career of amazing roles.

[@guacca]

It's truly remarkable how Ian, a master actor, regarded as such by so many top actors, should be so aware of his flaws and so humble to point out the feats that his fellow actresses/actors do and that he claims to sttrugle with. It's not that he is insecure but that he appears to know himself so well that he acknowledges what things he doesn't excel at. Truly remarkable.

[@christianharbin21]

Mr. Ian is so wonderfully permeable! That's what touched me the most about this conversation.

[@Dog_Alarmed]

"If I'm not good in acting, I'm not good in anything else... I can scramble eggs." "Well you can't keep bees." ADORABLE

[@davidlewis3072]

"you never grow too old to play...you grow old when you stop playing..." George Bernard Shaw - McKellen reminds me of this quote and how he lives...

[@rdar1213]

These two are so amazing together! Two great actors

[@DelightLovesMovies]

I think its much more interesting to see artists of any kind discuss their work with each other, than it is to see one doing an inteview with a journalist asking questions. Thanks Variety.

[@PurpleAlogia]

It's remarkable how you can see Cate Blanchett's intelligence in the movements of her face. Isn't that weird? That makes her so stunningly beautiful and a delight to watch.

[@nt4081]

What? it is called acting and knowing how to look your best for the CAMERA. Actors know the best angle, lighting, and how to hold their face to appear most attractive. Models can do it as well.

[@djdollase]

I love this so much. I’ve seen it before and will probably watch it again in the future. Two titans of the stage and screen so obviously loving one another another’s company. This is priceless.

[@wanimusician]

I can listen to them both talking all day. Love the way they think too. Not to forget I love Cate Blanchett's sense of style, very classy and effortless. Ian McKellen looks classy too, as always ;)

[@myselfx2441]

Ian McKellen is so great to listen to, his reactions, habits, thought process, he has such a fun personality. Seems really fun to talk to.

[@saharhelfi8228]

i don't usually feel like an actor is truly humble, but this interview really made me feel that Ian McKellen is not only a great actor, but a great down to earth person, when he said "if I'm not good at acting then I'm not good at anything else" actually broke my heart, i wish he would really know how a great of a person and an actor he is!! great interview (or should i say a chat between two friends) loved it! 👏❤

[@SunburnCity]

5:57 "... I had to work with bees, but they were absolutely charming" I think those bee's recognized their queen ;)

[@joncarroll2040]

No one seems to appreciate how great Ian McKellen is with moving his hands.

[@Tawadeb]

Hes a wonderful actor

[@DreamsInWild]

Ugh. I love them both so damn much. LEGENDS, they are, and so humble. Actors like these are rare these days.

[@evairpachelbel2383]

two great actors. two of the best.

[@吴艳-i1u]

Ivo gustavo love cate

[@evairpachelbel2383]

吴艳 i do too. She's pretty good and very friendly.

[@marinamiyamoto5142]

What a pleasure to listen to wise people talking and respecting each other...

[@aiulana]

these people make me fall in love even more with the film industry

[@TheMan21892]

God I love these two so much. They've so much genuine class and intelligence. So much humility between the two and yet they're both so charismatic in their own right. Two absolutely positively beautiful human beings.

[@hazemsherif3120]

i don't believe it when someone says a complements it feels fake. but Cate's complements to Ian are just beautiful.

[@notes_at_dusk]

Really natural interview - I like watching these actors on actors as they get interesting stories out of each other that most interviewers don't.

[@tamsinbananas5408]

wow she deflects every compliment to her

[@ImTooHotForMyself]

+Tamsin Bananas women generally do deflect compliments, but i imagine deflecting is what keeps her humble.

[@Mhor]

+Tamsin Bananas Sir Ian did as well - maybe not all but certainly a lot of them

[@D__Cain]

Two ICONIC voices, people, acting careers. So glad we are still here with them and I hope they continue to pursue their passions