Anthony Hopkins & Florian Zeller On Approaching The Heartbreaking Story Of "The Father"

[@peggygibbons479]

Stephen Colbert, thank you for giving Anthony time to talk and not only allowing him like 2 minutes! He deserves the respect you showed him.

[@Lassenissen]

This! When Hopkins is talking, you shut up and listen.

[@laura-bianca3130]

Also when he dances Salsa on Insta 😄♥️

[@peglamphier4745]

That's exactly what I was thinking... so many talk show hosts would have felt compelled to talk over Hopkins. Steve knows to shut the hell up.

[@DonnaSnyder]

I found it disrespectful to constantly call him Tony, several times in a single sentence. They aren't on the same level of experience, age, talent, or skill.

[@jennifermccracken9842]

Couldn't have said it better Peggy.

[@meechiebaby493]

Anthony Hopkins is just about the best actor that this world has to offer.

[@Tommyoda]

ditto

[@melektwelve6451]

That's what Carol Burnett said on her Q&A on her show decades ago.

[@andrew54868]

You are so right

[@paulnodalo9130]

He is the best.Easy.

[@BigSam63]

He is the best living actor without a doubt.

[@Peanutjoepap24]

I needed this after watching The Father, just to prove to myself that Anthony still is all there. He of course is, but it’s a testament to the acting and the film that it could make me doubt like that.

[@lamelinna]

Same!!

[@cesararellanes6188]

Anthony Hopkins is the best living actor 100%

[@Meerkat73]

Agreed. Also, "The Father" is a brilliant movie. Just watched it. My favorite this Oscars. But it won`t win couse is too depressive and not "woke".

[@soomaliweynnomorehawiye9442]

The Best and the goat

[@adagioelegy1949]

All the best actors aside from Marlon Brando are still alive

[@darkhumour2210]

@@adagioelegy1949 Peter o Toole and Lawrence Olivier no more

[@JessicaDwyer]

I interviewed Anthony Hopkins for The Wolfman and he started spouting off poetry and I had to kick myself to remind me "you need to talk about The Wolfman....you can't just listen to him say pretty things in that voice." It was amazing and he even wished my mother a Happy Thanksgiving. Just an amazing man.

[@KeelyIleanBaker]

I am in LOVE with The Wolfman. I watch it at least twice a month, absolutely heartbreaking. But oh my god is Mr. Hopkins phenomenal!

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@nicolesong6199]

hahahaha yeah he seems to do that, love him

[@hayleys4627]

The fact that he just refers back to the script and doesn’t have all this pomp and circumstance while discussing his approach to acting shows how truly talented he really is. None of the Hollywood bs, a true actor who does it for the craft, not the lifestyle.

[@nskid]

Stephen is right on all counts. "The Father" is heartbreaking. It is also profoundly disorienting and beautifully made, and Sir Anthony's performance is simply astonishing. I have no doubt, Anthony Hopkins is our greatest actor today.

[@hammun6]

To be 83 and to have such an outlook on life and one's remaining years. Wow!

[@a.kasper8596]

When Tony Hopkins said he still plays piano made me so happy. He wrote a beautiful piece of music: "And the Waltz Goes On".

[@AndreasGeorgiades]

Did you see him play in the Two Popes? Stunning and inspiring!

[@rootzero]

He's a magnificent human being.

[@L-Anded]

If you get on Instagram, he has several videos of him playing. It's lovely.

[@annesimon537]

It's Sir Anthony Hopkins.

[@telectronix1368]

Fun fact: the pieces of music in the film were chosen by Hopkins himself. The character was even named Anthony because the writer had Hopkins (and only Hopkins) in mind for the role.

[@natanielcostard]

I looooooove when Stephen asks meaningful, honest and deeply intelligent questions about things he likes... this movie, by the way, is as good as he says.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

Anthony Hopkins one of the all time greatest actors out there. His work is sublime.

[@tabaxikhajit4541]

I hate villains. I hate the dark side, but Hopkins con make even a cannibal endearing. He is a talent beyond measure.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

@anthony hopkins you're welcome

[@blinkspacestudio8892]

The performance of Anthony hits really hard, especially that ending scene omg I was in bits.

[@lizbmusic11]

My mother has dementia. It's just so sad watching her confusion. She was once so vibrant and alive. Today she is just a shell. Wish there was a cure for this terrible condition. This film is heartbreaking and real. Hopkins deserves an Oscar!

[@dyanspeaks6010]

My mom too. I have a hard time being around her because she’s so changed.

[@suzannetodaro5494]

@@dyanspeaks6010 I can relate my Mother too. And it is hard to see her disappear before my eyes and turn into someone I don't know anymore. She is not cruel or angry just different, then she gets moments of clarity like the sun coming out from behind a cloud and tells you she loves you. It's all worth it then, all the empathetic pain I feel of witnessing the slow loss of herself, it leaves me drained, hence reluctance to visit. But I will go because I love her. :(

[@dorothysay8327]

Both my parents had it. My advice: love and embrace them for what and who they are *now*, not simply remembering the past. Because eventually she will be fully restored and THEN some ...and you will be together. There’s no ‘darkness’ at the end, only LIFE. Nothing slips away, nothing is truly lost. That is only termporary....God gets us all in the end.

[@heatherdowhaluk1369]

For me it’s my father. It’s not the confusion in his eyes that get me, it’s the fear in his eyes that I find heart breaking

[@Ash-ow5yc]

“Her unbearable habit of laughing inanely.” Stopped me laughing dead in my tracks as well. God *damn* does he still have it.

[@captainmercy87]

Exactly! I haven't seen the film but that little line and his delivery gave me chills.

[@davidcohen4518]

were you laughing just bcos the person on the screen was laughing? thats kinda demented

[@WakandaBabe]

@@captainmercy87 Me too.

[@Tommyoda]

that scene had me 🙌🏾😳🙌🏾

[@lupapera]

Thank you for transcribing it. I’ve never heard that word before, I don’t think. I guess it means something bad.

[@asimplebreath]

I am continually surprised and impressed by Stephen's interviewing skills. He allows time and space for the guests to talk, asking insightful and thoughtful questions, and actively listening in order to ask or comment on the guest's response. Stephen also shows great respect for those he interviews. Well done.

[@cakristinr]

I love Anthony Hopkins describing K. Hepburn’s advice. Great advice for a young actor.

[@Tommyoda]

Anthony's off the cuff impersonation of Hepburn was gold! 🏆

[@Light-tc8xc]

As a nurse who worked in a nursing home several years ago and now works in the hospital but still comes across dementia patients often, I wish I could’ve seen this movie earlier. It’s one thing to learn about dementia from books and even from an outside perspective, but to feel like I was in the mind of someone with dementia…I really feel like this will actually change how I work with my patients and will remind me to be more patient with them and to be more empathetic but also not infantilize them, because many of them have already lived an entire life. These are things we already know to do, but the fast paced nature of the job leads to improper behaviors in care that aren’t beneficial for the patient. My heart is broken.

[@jacobokpara7618]

One of the greatest actors ever. Living legend.

[@Shylade]

This movie will be required to all my nursing staff once it can be streamed or bought on DVD. Many reasons to why but one thing stuck out. The entire movie you don’t know what is real. You experience it like he experiences his reality. By the last scene you are mentally exhausted and never really get a good resolution. The end scene, if we saw it first, would be typical thing for my nurses. An old man regressing and broken. But when it’s last, you’ve been on the ride together you see a man who was fighting harder and stronger than any of us have to in our daily lives. He is losing his mind but his strength is extraordinary. It can help my staff give these patients the respect they deserve as they aren’t pathetic, they are merely exhausted after their daily long battle.

[@happydays59]

Very true. I had cared for many dementia patients over the years and everyone of them deserve respect and caring. Families and care givers should see this movie.

[@freshname]

That's something so profoundly truthful. We tend to forget that those people have been fighting dementia for ages, they've gone through hell and now they are just terribly exhausted. Yes, they lost their battle. But not before they put a fight. And the battle they lost is the battle everybody loses. There's no way of winning it.

[@Light-tc8xc]

As a nurse, I’m totally on board with this. Wish it had been available 10 years ago when I first began working as a nurse.

[@curiousandcreativewithwand8515]

No words, just thank you Florian and Anthony

[@sharonarnold1720]

Oh I just love Anthony Hopkins as the best actor in all the films he has done

[@pejisan]

Sir Hopkins is a consummate professional- he clearly works very hard at his craft. Respect.

[@anthonyhopkins4453]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@seanspear6224]

My dad passed away from multiple sclerosis. It’s painful seeing your own parent falling And dying of a terrible illness it’s heartbreaking he had so much joy in life growing up . I take life each day at a time.

[@umair111]

Sorry to hear that

[@lynnstlaurent6789]

I am very sorry for your loss but happy you have found solace in the joy your father experienced during his life.

[@DonnaSnyder]

Wishing you and your father well.

[@lisa0795]

So sorry for your loss. ❤️

[@treemaidenart]

This movie is the best I have seen in a very long time

[@DJames-qw8rk]

Florian Zeller is obviously on the path to a great career. Intelligent, charismatic and a wonderful spirit. Who doesn't adore Anthony Hopkins?

[@agnesagni]

Such a beautiful transformation when Sir Anthony was asked about his first film. Lovely of Stephen to finish the conversation with that question so Sir Anthony can shine freely with all his light, wonderful as he is.

[@lucycarpenter6694]

God I love this man! Stephen and Anthony, thank you Stephen for calling him welsh and not just saying British ❤️

[@omarmahfouz5599]

There you are Lucy!!!

[@anthonyhopkins4453]

Thanks for all the love and support. I am blown away by the love from you all. I know these are hard times but with love and faith we shall all see the light again 🥰❤️❤️. Love you 🤗.

[@marquizz2005]

I could listen to Sir Anthony Hopkins for hours on end!! What a wonderful man! Great interview!!

[@KCNwokoye]

Brilliant and delightful minds all three living blissfully and purposefully. I hope he wins the Oscar. He deserves it, truly the best performance by far by an actor this year.

[@proserpine8857]

They are both so humble considering the masterpiece they have done

[@hhairball9]

It's been a long time since I've wanted to see a movie. Especially this type of movie. I like a movie to transport me somewhere amazing, a movie that makes me say, "wwowww!" I don't like drama. If I wanted drama, I'd go visit my family. I want to see this!

[@flyagaric23]

Agreed, probably the greatest performance in recent times, and from an 83 year old genius. Inspired beyond measure. His piano playing is killin' too.

[@steph8842]

I love Colbert the best when he shows how ridiculously smart he is. You can't help but stop and take in every word and you can also tell the guests appreciate those really intelligent questions as well.

[@mammuchan8923]

He’s such a legend ❣️

[@rosaliemerkel]

Anthony still has it !! Just love what he does !!

[@JT-qr8lt]

Florian may not be well known in US but he is incredibly intelligent artist, from his books to plays and now the film. He is one of the rare talents who managed to break into English speaking world. The world is richer for it!

[@claudinefaure9090]

His wife is very famous because she was/is the main character on a show during 16 or 17 seasons. I'm happy that they are happy.

[@teresagorden5984]

Anthony Hopkins is one of my favorite actors, very dedicated to his craft, and a wonderful Human Being! Thank you, Stephen, for sharing him on t.v., well on KZbin, for me.

[@act318]

This movie was very touching. Anthony Hopkins was phenomenal and this has to be one of the best performances I have ever seen.

[@ibrahimzengin3508]

I just watched the movie yesterday. Its on my all time top 5 list and Anthony Hopkins performance is the best ive ever seen in a motion picture. Thank you for this masterpiece. Without Anthony Hopkins it wouldn't be soo great.

[@AlfonsoAguirreART]

What a pleasure of an interview. Lovely.

[@mariellouise1]

This must be the most serious and beautiful discussion on television. Thank you.

[@bradpunsalang2954]

Was quite stunned seeing this movie. Anthony is the G.O.A.T!

[@jeonlyxoxo]

This is by far one of the best movies I’ve been seen in these past years. Well done Florian and Anthony Hopkins.

[@franosborne8198]

"I was always obsessed with the wind and the rain, leaves and the trees.." Me too Anthony, me too x

[@lyndasimpkins7010]

This is a brilliant film, and it deserves every Oscar. I wept, I laughed, and I remembered my parents...one cannot ask for more from a movie.

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@fareenhassan3116]

Sir Anthony Hopkins will always be One of the Greatest EVER! Much Love and Respect and May God Bless you with Many many MANY MORE HEALTHY ENTERTAINING YEARS.

[@RNDMBIRD]

Such a respectful interview by Colbert.... I could listen to Anthony Hopkins allllll day

[@zacspearman]

He’s so good that just his tweet video late last year about his sobriety anniversary was more moving than almost any performance I’ve seen in recent memory.

[@drboze6781]

I just finished up binge watching _Westworld_ and Sir Anthony was definitely the star of the series. How that man can speak with that voice, ever so slightly cock his head, raise an eyebrow a millimeter and crook a slight smile for emphasis in one scene is more than most actors achieve in a career.

[@telectronix1368]

If you haven't watched it already, have a look at the Nerdwriter episode where he breaks down Hopkins' performance in one of his Westworld scenes.

[@pamsullivan886]

Bravo stephen! You brought something out of Anthony Hopkins we don’t always get the chance to witness. Fantastic interview.

[@jennifergargiulo4526]

Devastating and extraordinary film!

[@Angelica_h023]

Anthony Hopkins so unique and assertive in his point of view. The movie was great. 💕

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@David0gden]

Anthony Hopkins stories helped me decide to stay-quit drinking this year after 19 years of drowning myself. One of the All Time Greatest Actors. I still have fond memories of a date to see 2006's "Bobby" in downtown Reno. I didn't exactly hit it off with the girl, but we both really enjoyed the movie. Not sure why the critics didn't seem to enjoy it. Kneeways, thanks for the excellent interview of an inspiring legend.

[@kiha6702]

I'm really glad you managed to stop drinking 🤗🤗Congratulations.🥳 And much courage on your road to recovery 👍🙏

[@MrBsbotto]

@@kiha6702 Amen to that! Well done.

[@peacedove390]

One of the GREAT Ones!! Such an incredible human being, brilliant actor & outstanding composer 🎶 Sir Anthony Hopkins I absolutely LOVE & RESPECT You Beyond Words 🙏🏼💗

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@mammuchan8923]

I just realised that I live in mortal fear of the world losing Sir Anthony Hopkins😶

[@sodeiku]

😭😔

[@Noosiekins]

That's how it felt watching this movie...

[@hessu275]

As a practilar nurse who's working with eldery who have Alzheimer I'm really interested in seeing this

[@batintheattic7293]

I'm scanning back and forth to where it mentions which 'on demand' service it presents on. Do you know? I can't find it. I'm a now fatherless daughter - I have a feeling that watching this film might be one of the most profound experiences of my life! And, Anthony Hopkins - he just keeps getting better and better doesn't he. Wow - he still crackles!

[@hessu275]

@@batintheattic7293 Really don't know. I live in Finland so it's different for me also

[@ROBYNMARKOW]

My mom has Dementia so I don't think I can 🙁

[@hessu275]

@@ROBYNMARKOW Understandable

[@bluceree7312]

I'll be really interested to know what you tink about how true is the movie in representing daily life for the elderly as well as the carers. I just watched the movie and it is like Stephen says, heartbreaking but beautiful. Very recommended.

[@angelangel6979Tlse]

A monstrous daddy ... Mr. Hopkins sharp as usual. If only I could give you a hug. Thank you to him because during this pandemic he made us laugh. Infinite gratitude🙏

[@alechart462]

This is by far one of my favorite pieces of Stephen Colbert, I think. What a fantastic interview.

[@doesthisanswerurq]

I love how Hopkins uses his blinking as a rhythm in his performance. He’ll switch beats on a dime with perfect control. All in the eyes.

[@NC-ck5oj]

I was literally wincing in pain watching the final scenes of The Father. Devastating acting.

[@rz1967]

Excellent interview with the best actor out there! I love his acting since I was very young and i've first seen The silence of the lambs. Thank you Mr. Hopkins! Ty Mr. Zeller for giving us the chance to see him shine again! Ty Mr Colbert, I've just seen the movie and wanted to see an interview about it. Very very nice!

[@danacruz6423]

Oh, dear Lord! What an interview! I'm in tears. Beautiful...

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@lewilewis3944]

Spoiler alert; A truly amazing film, super intelligent and clever. The creeping changes to the set, the main characters being played by more than one actor to add to Tony's confusion. Olivia Coleman is just as good as his long suffering daughter at her wits end. The final scene where Tony has regressed to being a young child just wanting his mum was one of the most powerful scenes I've ever seen.

[@DelightLovesMovies]

I know I'm going to cry for real when I see this movie.

[@natanielcostard]

oh yes you will. But it's amazing nevertheless.

[@Static-ash]

This was really an excellent interview. 3 stellar minds, meaningful questions, thoughtful answers, and they genuinely took the time to listen to each other. I mean, Sir Anthony Hopkins.. Just an incredibly talented, absolutely amazing, lovely soul. And sometimes, just sometimes, he likes to headbang!! 🤘

[@thomaszitting2672]

He's one of the greatest actors of all time

[@vicj2141]

I love the "fragrance of mortality"!

[@kosewa1]

I just love ❤️ this man, Sir Anthony Hopkins.

[@dddlll1614]

Anthony Hopkins ! One of the all time greatest and greatest living actor. ❤️

[@scapegoatiscariot2767]

The character he played in The edge will always be the character with the greatest message. His greatest acting May lie in other roles but the edge is a masterwork to humanism.

[@dianeowen2971]

Anthony Hopkins....what a wonderful treat. Thank you Stephen.

[@johncliffalvarez6513]

Anthony Hopkins is always brilliant and definitely an incredible performer. I’m so watching this!

[@meganh4011]

Anthony thank you for sharing your Beautiful mind and the story about your father's death

[@faaug]

Sir Hopkins is a Global Treasure ✨

[@lollypop8025]

Anthony Hopkins is a genius

[@anneseijbel1376]

Everyone forgets about his splendid performance in The Elephantman. A touching, caring role, with real feeling for the title character, when mostly everyone else sees him as no more than a circus freak. Another movie, you can pick up on DVD, Titus, from Shakespeare, Titus Andronicus.'Shakespeare's not usually my bag, it's a bit overlong tbh, but Hopkins performance alone makes it well worth while.

[@wldhrtd1]

Mr Stevenson was the name of his character in Remains of the Day.. such a great movie! Loved The Father.. such a fantastic actor.

[@anthonyhopkins326]

Thanks for always looking up to me through my posts, feel free to write to me via [e-mail]

[@Tommyoda]

Even with the glitchy video the audio was clear. Profound interview, thank you. 💙 Anthony Hopkins 👀 Florian Zeller 👀 Stephen Colbert 👀

[@julienrafael6612]

I did know Anthony Hopkins is a great actor, but he also seems to be a really really great person. Moving answers to great questions!

[@suninmoon4601]

Wow 🤯 I will treasure this for the rest of my days: Anthony Hopkins' anecdotes and impressions of Peter O'Toole and Katherine Hepburn 👏🏽

[@BestFitSquareChannel]

Thank you Sir Hopkins.... you are among the gifts the cosmos has bestowed upon human kind... carry on Sir... 👏🏿👏🏻👏🏾👏👏🏼🖖🏽

[@SohailJafar1]

Now they both were awarded Oscars for their work on this great film. Well done!

[@nachoamb1]

Absolutely amazing movie, acting, script and production design. My favorite movie from last year. And I agree when I saw it I thought the same “Best acting I’ve seen the last 10 years” he absolutely deserved the Oscar. 👍🏻👍🏻 great show Stephen

[@julianajames7451]

Beautiful interview your best ever thank you Anthony and Florian WOW!

[@husamalhalal4430]

Thanks to these gentlemen for a masterpiece

[@CameronInEgyptsLand]

Really enjoying Sir Anthony's interviews for this, can't wait to see the film.

[@anthonyhopkins326]

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[@therawtraveller9593]

Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of the most profound human beings to have ever walked this planet.

[@audbertovelez130]

oh!! Anthony!! as expected awesome roll. you got there.. congrats!

[@mjc42701]

I love Anthony Hopkins, he is the greatest actor in my book! "What one man can do another can do!"

[@TheSakebomb1]

I love Anthony Hopkins so much

[@annywind7609]

What an amazing, though short, interview. I love Stephen's deep and thoughful approach to the way he chooses questions and listens attentively to the answers.

[@LavenderLife007]

Love all of Anthony's Movies such a talented artist.

[@FreakieFan]

In my eyes, The Father is the best, most impressive and most affecting movie of the year, by far. I wish Hopkins would deservedly win (Stephen is correct in saying that this is his greatest performance) but unfortunately I doubt anyone has a shot against Chadwick Boseman this year.

[@adellerr]

Best actor ever!

[@DRUOPS]

Love to you, Stephen.

[@corbelius6]

A World treasure! Sir Anthony Hopkins.

[@castorphans]

Sir Anthony Hopkins is as brilliantly sharp and witty as Katharine Hepburn. You can't get enough of watching them talking about life. Their wisdom goes beyond any limits.

[@lhawes0527]

Sir Anthony is brilliant and brings a stellar performance... I love this tremendous man 💖🌹

[@lhiraeth23]

He really is the greatest.

[@patriciavyce1993]

Steven could you maybe have Sir Anthony Hopkins back on the show ? We so love to listen to his experiences, his amazing life story’s.Please,Try !👍🏻

[@debblackmore7460]

Legends well deserved sir Anthony stay strong stay safe everyone stay strong stay safe sending love from UK takecare xxx