DP/30: The Wrestler, actor Mickey Rourke (LA)

David Poland sits down for a chat with Mickey Rourke; the man, the legend, the Oscar contender for his performance in Darren Aronofsky's The Wrestler.

[@benanderson3791]

Something is really wrong if this interviewer doesn't get regular work. Anyone who can make great insightful conversation with someone so private as Mickey Rourke should be getting all the work. You see so many terrible interviewers who ask the same cliche and stupid questions that you wonder why they get paid. This guy on the other hand kept the conversation flowing, talked when he needed to talk and shut up when he needed to listen. No interruptions, just a well paced interview with one of the greatest actors of all time.

[@Bobbi5941]

Mickey Rourke is a real man . He could appreciate intelligence , capabilities of an another man . He's in touch with himself . He's so brave enough to admit his own weakness while many of us still holding tight to our ego . Mickey Rourke in fact is honourable man and it takes an intelligent honourable person to see beyond his notorious reputations . Afterall Mickey Rourke is a down to earth , sensitive man who's the best actor and boxer , such a combination is unique !!! Love you , Mickey Rourke .

[@Johnconno]

He might be a real man, but he's a terrible boxer.

[@federicopero802]

Non sono daccordo

[@lockandloadlikehell]

lol is this satire Nothing says absence of ego like massive plastic surgery and his boxing wins are regarded very skeptically in RE to fixing Plus, he juiced for the movie, almost certainly

[@whoareyou1332]

Gosh, it really touched me listening to him saying he got the shit kicked out of him at home as a kid. I can so related. It actually brought me to tears. Well done Mickey for coming back from that.

[@ronnadunigan5537]

Mickey Rourke......a sexual desire in real time. MY FANTASY from the first I saw him. EXCELLENT ACTOR. SEXY CAPTIVATING SMILE, Definition OF COOL........YOU ARE STILL ALL THESE THINGS. WHEN YA GOT IT......YA GOT IT FOR GOOD. MY FAVORITE MOVIES YOU DID WERE 1ST AND FOREMOST WAS POPE OF GREENWICH VILLAGE AND 2ND WSS ANGEL HEART BEST OF LUCK TO YOU EVERY DAY. GOD BLESS YOUR LIFE AND KEEP THAT FABULOUS CHIN UP AND SMILE THAT SMOLDERING SEXY GRIN BABY!!!

[@eddesgonzalez7585]

Truth is always available to all of us we have to choose whether or not we want to look in the mirror and admit the truth and face up to it 🎉

[@moonstarr8053]

He should have won the oscar.

[@jacobadams5924]

Rourke should have had 3 other Oscar nominations: Diner, 9.5 weeks, and Pope of Greenwich Village.

[@drinkingpoolwater]

he definitely should have. the wrestler is a masterpiece movie and mickey was the reason. he was literally born for this role.

[@GeppettoProductions]

@@jacobadams5924 I agree. I also think those 3(?) movies he did with Michael Cimino did no favors to his rep, back in the day.

[@freaky66]

wow what a humble guy. Great interview

[@myaccount2604]

What a cool guy. That's what I called an evolved human. Great actor. Respect Mickey!!

[@johnmoglia9776]

Mickey is a true artist the best actor since Brando a great boxer a man's man and a ladies man I was a tango dancer actor turned boxer Mickey you are my brother god speed bro ceasare valentino nj

[@WOODBINEMAN99]

in his early years as an actor Mickey was the best looking dude EVER

[@drinkingpoolwater]

yea in 91/2 weeks he was such a good looking guy. model looks.

[@lockandloadlikehell]

Other males aren't the arbiter of that lol

[@checkurbrainfly]

this is a very good interview & good interviewer obviously

[@sohooded]

He has shown us what a pained, sweet, talented, complex, animal loving man he is. It's your karma Mickey. Love you. 💓💕

[@urbunspirituk]

Mickeys life is so interesting

[@efilperpenfuhrer]

Mickey, as a person, is rare bird.

[@tjohannam]

i love this interview!! mickey is so raw, that makes it so relatable and the interviewer is very good and can guide the conversation in a very empathetic way.

[@BikiniDeathSquad]

The way he talks about his years away from hollywood. How far he'd fallen... there's no telling how bad things really got.

[@bonnie3937]

I love his authenticity. Awesome man. His kindness and love for his dogs warms my heart.

[@WutangBizkit]

hes changed so much, i really relate to him a lot, ik he is a true introvert, n minds his own business

[@50hellkat2]

Going out on top vs making a come back on a second chance. I feel the latter is most inspirational because it brings hope to anyone who is carrying the weight of past trauma. He has come out the other end with valuable insights. I have watched a few of his interviews. He could write a book on this or do a series of interviews because he has processed trauma and moved forward and should share this. Many men do not speak to it.

[@paulcarter2907]

This man has a great heart...

[@theempire00]

very honest interview

[@annford6640]

Albeit, the latter part of his career, but in no way the lesser. Rediscovering him over the last few years has been a sincere pleasure. "Perfect" doesn't exist, but "progress" does, and he seems to be navigating his current path with a finely tuned focus. I am so consistently surprised by his depth and his genuine willingness to continue to grow and learn. An opened mind and a healing heart never looked better on anyone. Wishing him peace and further motivating work in the future. The best is yet to come~~

[@joandeakin7823]

what a good interview. credit to them both and my thanks. what a man is MICKEY Rourke. love him. xx .

[@Directordefoto]

Wow , just what a great interview ,just look at this , just look at it

[@lawsoncabell]

We get to see the real Mickey in this interview. Not sure I like the shaggy hair but Mickey definitely exudes charisma here. I have watched his performances from the ‘80s and have also watched everything else he was in during ‘the 90s and 2000’s. The Wrestler was spectacular & full of heart & soul. I also enjoyed Mickey’s performances in Man on Fire, Once upon a Time in Mexico and (especially) The Rainmaker (when he played “Bruiser Stone”). He was lauded for “Sin City” and I even enjoyed “Spun” because of Mickey. Most folks have a favorite Mickey Rourke flick. I did love “The Wrestler” but I also loved “Angel Heart” and “Nine and 1/2 Weeks.” Mickey was the only reason I watched “Iron Man 2” (he and the bird were both great)- and Mickey would be the only reason I might watch “The Expendables.” I thought “Kill Shot” was far better than the critics portrayed and I felt the same way about “Domino.” I have not seen Mickey’s latest performances but I will check them out when I can because of Mickey- nothing more. Overall, Mickey Rourke has been involved in a substantial body of work- much of which continues to appeal to particular audiences. His performances are memorable- most of which are legendary. I am happy to know that Mickey was able to get his life and career back on track. So many of us appreciate the work which has gone into his performances. Much love to you, Mickey. You are not shy about being human and about loving/appreciating your dogs. Mickey reached so many humans through his love of dogs. I sincerely hope that Mickey has found the peace which he deserves- which we all deserve. ❤️✌️

[@istdochegalgenau8066]

❤❤❤

[@istdochegalgenau8066]

Mickey Rourke bester Schauspieler aller Zeiten. Ich liebe diesen Mann ❤❤❤. Authentisch und Tierlieb.

[@nogirlygirls]

i love the way he turns his head sometimes, as if he saw and heard something really scary... like : JESUS... what was that!? Ha ha... ha

[@Reba24u]

Yeah I wonder what he saw . I have watched it a few times and the way you described his reaction was right on

[@jacktits2836]

A very rare breed he's special and great

[@callummurphy7170]

damn the way he struck the match to close was so charismatic

[@roycarder6179]

Great Actor ..when you look at some over rated actors ...he's the real,deal

[@eddesgonzalez7585]

Honesty in this interview all of the way🎉

[@OlymPigs2010]

...most people who are heavy boozers and drug users rarely make it out of their thirties...guys like Mickey have either a stronger constitution and/or a very good liver! Studies have shown that some very heavy boozers had minimal damage to their livers because their extraordinary livers could detoxify substances so efficiently.

[@Ohsolovely2]

He look handsome here. Why did he continue to mess with his face?

[@beaullahbelle9910]

I think I'm in love

[@zerocooldeviation]

So much honesty and truth in Mickey. Always opening himself to honest interviewer. ❤ It takes one to know one.

[@Violet-jy6qs]

He should of left his face alone T this stage because he still normal now in 2020 he looks unrecognisable and Hollywood still treated him like shit even after his terrific performance in the wrestler it would be really good to see him in more films because he is a fine actor and a nice bloke

[@callasexperience]

great interview

[@gg3596]

Love this interview with Mickey

[@daverindone655]

He even makes reaching for a vitamin water look cool.

[@teresaanderson3339]

He aged nicely.

[@A.Krispy]

This comment definitely DID NOT age well 🤢🤢🤢

[@ZeitgeistKP]

The interviewer is great! 👍

[@derekjohnson77]

Loved this interview.

[@ohmylourdes1]

The greatest.

[@attheranch873]

Best Mickey Rourke interview ever!!! 👏👏👏

[@Ohsolovely2]

He should’ve left his face alone here.

[@moonpieface7627]

mickey rourke is wonderful in this interview in spite of david poland.

[@beickus]

I wonder how many people here have seen Francesco (1989) or Homeboy (1988)

[@ILUASHA]

Я не понимаю, нет субтитров на русском, но с удовольствием слушаю и смотрю на доброго, искреннего Микки и смотрела бы бесконечно. Мой любимый актёр, Рурк Микки❤❤❤. Долгих творческих лет желаю ему👍👍💕💕💕 👍

[@Reba24u]

That was a great interview

[@deborahchesser7375]

Unreal how much he’s changed

[@marthacousins]

He looks so incredibly handsome here. I miss this Mickey.

[@gaboaaa23]

30:04 most bad ass ciggarette lighning ever!

[@s1050]

Classic Rourke 😎

[@chercharliescrafts736]

I love him.

[@s1050]

5:40 really?? Look at him in Point Blank and Bullet in the 90s, I think he was bigger there. Definitely on the juice

[@DreamerDebora]

Awesome interview

[@TheBadLiutenant]

Loki presents and the cheering sound as it mirrors that scene from the film where Randy walks down to the workplace as if it was a ring is a really great choice David.

[@michaelhayes7616]

Love you Mickey keep up the good work❤

[@eastwoofer]

Best movie you ever made buddy was Barfly.

[@maxbray3555]

Mick must, make a movie on his left time . He has met cool lists people in the world 🌎 it will be a hit out the park $$$$$

[@deepthi8115]

Thank you... @DP/30

[@mrsmacca126]

Just so honest.🌸💖💓💕💘💝

[@skorpyo331]

Interviewer: "mmmmmhmmmmm."

[@Malterer86]

Mickey love you❤

[@junehawker2364]

Looking back at interviews of Mickey Rourke the guys doing the interviews were out of order and mostly on an ego trip Mickey Rourke One of the Best actors ever and the most beautiful

[@jacksh-t1023]

LOVELY ...

[@traceytubman4696]

Love you Mickey🌟💗😁

[@elenasherstneva2021]

Восхитительный мужчина! Чтобы кто не говорил он был и будет секс символом!!!

[@user-zh2tb5xj6n]

The last real man in the world,wonderful

[@lauriLokkeni9002]

He is pretty wonderful… oh, and super sexy ❤

[@gregsmith8113]

Great actor

[@gabrielletanner5339]

He looked great in this interview but he must have had a lot more surgery after this, unless as he's got older it's effected his skin. Such a lovely guy, depth, humour, AND HE LOVES DOGS .

[@lyndonhamilton1584]

Amazing interview. Mickey is an awesome dude,but omg I hate that the interviewer keeps saying mhm over and over again and sighing

[@8474Starscream]

proof you can be your own worst enemy. Tons of talent but couldn't lay the demons to rest.

[@wbruzek]

Good interview.

[@eleonoralosavio7994]

Sei beautiful♥️

[@livemusicnyc6357]

master

[@baekho10]

that's some deep shit

[@raechelyndawn2580]

I would have been in trouble in the same room with him in the 80’s. 😂

[@GoCatGo-lp5bq]

Same stuff in the interview. I do like the interview being held outside, though.

[@tashathayer4069]

Be nice if you could hear Mickey a bit more. Pierce Morgan interviewed him not long ago & U can hear him better. ✌

[@thaistomp]

mickey is one of the last guys I would fuck with. real dude right there.

[@user-wh9nz6lj5f]

Real man, great actor. He is still very handsome. More attractive now than he was.

[@firenze5555]

This interview was about 10 years ago - his face has changed greatly again.

[@cue111]

How did he get that big hole in his nose now?​@@firenze5555

[@TheEdwri]

Of every example in the world does he pick football players from Norway. Yay!

[@jenny6253]

I feel he would benefit from watching some of Jordan Peterson’s online talks. Glad you have had a second chance, amazing deep actor when he lets himself go

[@blackspring3207]

Jordan Peterson is a piece of shit.

[@ybeer4507]

❤

[@createfareed1]

: Mickey Mantle, Elvis Presley, Muhammed Ali

[@miriamcollinge9162]

I love my dog 🐕

[@k12rising]

What happened to his nose since this?

[@milk_kit747]

Seria bom um tradutor principalmente para os Brasileiros

[@bobcobb3654]

He should have taken the Oscar home.

[@nonnabagdasaryan199]

We kan make video clip ...🤑🙂😋☕🥐

[@nonnabagdasaryan199]

Is not 10000 $ now is 30000 € 🙂 for video clip very expansiev...😏. Yes i see you girlfrand Anastasiya ... Very beautyfful look like Paris Hilton...

[@user-dq7ti3fy6y]

🎅🎁🌲⛄✨🎉

[@SunnyKlein-vr7eh]

I just wish the guy doing the interview his “mmmhmm” just don’t do anything or actually talk cause that shit was driving me crazy!!😂🤦‍♂️

[@genapelletier5301]

Micky

[@StellaAdler_]

I think because he was SA as a child, once he got into hollywood he was extremely disappointed that it took men to give s. favors in order to get jobs & his old demons came back & he went nuts. Like mel gibson, mickey is just too fucken honest for hollyweird.

[@A.Krispy]

Did he have to sleep with guys from the studios?

[@epicgamesforyou3615]

Unfortunately, the best thing about Mickey Rourke is also the worst thing . He has no filter between his mouth and his brain, and he’s in the wrong line of business to be that way. If you’re going to say fuck ‘em when the guy you’re saying fuck ‘em to is signing your paychecks- then you better be prepared for the consequences.

[@romeysiamese6662]

If he dissolved his facial fillers, good. He looks better.

[@gabevachon326]

Like....Mickey....what is with you? Wha? What is your deal? What is wrong with you now, you tomato can waster?

[@gogeunger]

lets see " 30 pounds of muscle in 6 months" that's a laugh - not even a top bodybuilder on steroids could do that - buy the looks of mickey in wrestler its more likely i was 29 pounds of fat and 1 pound of muscle

[@tommandich9689]

he wasnt fat

[@marcdesantis3183]

30 pds. Easy. 50/100mgs anadrol

[@juliane3683]

No nothing pathetic troll. Probably 5’2” 90lbs. Bald; bad teeth, bad breath? Yeah ... that’d be it.

[@504AVP]

Maybe I heard a different interviewer than everyone else who commented but he was awful. Mickey was cool but the interviewer was crap.

[@bonnie3937]

I thought the interviewer was great.

[@lorraineamico42]

Love Mickey Rourke great man know that childhood I can relate my prayers always with you @lorraineamicothemakeupartist

[@lorraineamico42]

I’m from New York Staten Island I salute you your very strong @lorraineamicothemakeupartist

[@lorraineamico42]

So true me too now I stay alone till it’s right always attracting bad and I was always trying to fix them two twenty years marriages five year boyfriend another one in a half year boyfriend finally learned like you when you value yourself you finally attract the right people for you I had to stay alone for 18 years and still continuing at least with you only eleven years your amazing I look up to your strength at going to be 68 in January I better start moving time running out @lorraineamicothemakeupartist New York Staten Island ❤one of your many favorite fan keep going Mickey the best