Eddie Murphy & Antonio Banderas | Actors on Actors - Full Conversation

In their Actors on Actors conversation, Eddie Murphy talks about returning to "Saturday Night Live" and Antonio Banderas reveals how his priorities in life changed after having a heart attack in 2017.
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[@wrekwrap]

Variety going off with these pairings.

[@Dampealx7]

for real though!

[@cwm8565]

Shrek!

[@nycionx8328]

Daniel Day Lewis and Britney Spears 😂

[@James-cu9ul]

nycion x where did she go? Never heard from her since like scream and shout!

[@ririschannelx]

They absolutely nailed it

[@theknave4415]

Antonio Banderas is an under-appreciated actor.

[@corneliuswhite5139]

I wonder if anyone remembers that Madonna tried to date him, as featured in her documentary "Truth or Dare". If I recall, he didnt even speak English at the time.

[@KyleDavisMusic]

Pretty sure Antonio is appreciated.

[@MrHale]

He will forever be Zorro to me.

[@nickrigdon8883]

Eddie is too

[@jesusbuiltmyhome]

He's truly incredible in Pain & Glory

[@sneakykamon]

I had no idea Antonio Banderas had suffered a heart attack, and I was finding it odd at how soft-spoken he sounded. In past interviews, his voice would resonate more. Its crazy to me because when was younger, his voice sounded like one of those sophisticated Spanish Casanova-types, and now he sounds like a man truly at peace with himself. You can really hear and feel the wisdom in his voice.

[@flanplan5903]

He kind of was always soft spoken in a way, there are plenty of soft spoken people whose voices are pretty resonant (Ralph Fiennes and Christopher Waltz for example).

[@Xenomorph-kv1tv]

Therapy?

[@bradley3549]

This is the most relaxed I've seen Eddie Murphy since his resurgence. Seems like he's really enjoying this.

[@yakuza01]

Yeah, I agree. He always seems to have his guard up (understandably so) but here he seems very comfortable, maybe because he knows Antonio for a while (not sure if they were every in the recording studio together for the Shrek movies though).

[@yakuza01]

well, I guess not 21:10. Would love to see them both together in a live action movie. They have very good chemistry.

[@marcusmcgill4423]

Check out the Netflix interview of the cast from Dolemite is My Name. He's very relaxed and extremely humble in that when the rest of the cast keep praising him.

[@marcusmcgill4423]

@@ginnywhat5777 Well that was Rudy Ray Moore's material. I grew up on his albums and films. He wasn't for everyone. My dad had all his albums and movies. So being an 80s baby, I used to watch and listen to all the old stuff.

[@lionlight777]

Cultural people have this naturally.😎

[@matthewblack986]

Antonio seems so grounded and intellectual. i could listen to this dude forever. the most honest and genuine converation and chemistry I've seen in one of these interviews.

[@paoolguin7366]

I think he's really sensitive and súper humble.

[@diegosanchez8434]

Im from Spain, and really he is, actually.

[@nehirakinn]

It's like Donkey and Puss drank one of the Fairy Godmother's potions and turned into humans and then they became actors.

[@saz19s8]

This comment 😂😂😂

[@nastynate838]

😆

[@lisad6770]

You have such a great fantasy!

[@CoreHibb]

Well played 😂😂

[@retro9173]

Nehir Akın 😂😂😂☺️

[@natfingerboard]

Variety is on FIRE, holy shit, keep them coming.

[@temitayofabunmi2567]

this is the most intelligent conversation between actors have ever seen

[@1EndlessDream]

Variety is killing it this week!

[@mirandapow2230]

yes

[@PhatBoyzClub]

This is like one of the rare times where eddie actually shares a lot about himself. Iv never seen an interview where he is this open. Good job!

[@lunadexelaju3494]

Absoluuuuutely love how they are both exchanging background/history information from both their countries and artistic heroes!! Beautiful!

[@WordWoman111]

That was my favorite part, the cultural exchange.

[@CharlesChristena]

I love that as Eddie Murphy does more interviews, he looks more and more comfortable and natural. It's great to see.

[@ronaldcrisosto]

Loving these Actors On Actors pairings

[@aparis9560]

i agree... but reading the negative comments make me angry...

[@rosendolopez2030]

There is a raw sincerity in this conversation that it is amazing.

[@TheIsabellV]

I met Antonio once, as a student reporter lol he finally noticed me after a couple of rejections with his bodyguard. He is really nice, what you see on camera is what you get.

[@shelliepsyd]

So lucky. Antonio has been my favorite since I saw him as Armand in 1994. I was in undergrad and worked at Blockbuster so I had immediate access to all his Spanish films. Loved him ever since. Can't wait to watch the Oscar's tomorrow he deserves to win! Te Amo Antonio!

[@chasehedges6775]

Puss and Donkey have finally reunited. That's nice. Also, it doesn't even seem like both have aged. They look like they're in their early 40s/late 30s.

[@TrillJJayTrilly]

yess

[@CharismaStrategies]

Lets not get carried away... How do either of them look early 40's lol? Especially Benderas.

[@yamatokurosawa5763]

I forget about that

[@denniszenanywhere]

Nostalgic_Chaos one word: money

[@queenhart5362]

💜

[@henn863]

"Dolemite Is My Name" is the most rewatchable movie of the year. Sometimes that's better than being the "best".

[@marthabradley1266]

I agree. I can't tell you how many times my family watched Eddy Murphy and Nick Nolte in "48 Hours" when I was a kid because it was one movie which my Dad never got tired of watching over and over on our VCR. I loved "Dolemite" and I would definitely watch it again. I am also interested in watching the documentary on Dolemite. Murphy did an amazing job and I also respect that he didn't touch the sexuality "issue" as it really is no one else's business anyhow. Moreover, It would have made it into a much more serious film than intended. The message was that if you believe in something or, in this case, yourself and work hard, you can make your dreams a reality. Rudy, like Eddie, just wanted to entertain and make people laugh. The other motivation for him was to prove that he was somebody (because his father did not believe he would amount to anything). That shows depth and human understanding, so whoever wrote that did a great job in my opinion. That guy was willing to go broke and bet everything on himself. He endured harsh criticism and rejection but also gained people's love and respect in the end. It was a beautiful portrayal.

[@nickneff6926]

This was a home run interview between these two amazing amazing actors and gentlemen, I can understand if they both came out of this with something positive about each of themselves.

[@TheArchangel47]

These two are absolute legends, and seeing them converse about life and their industry was remarkably touching. Variety, you definitely hit this one out of the park. Awesome...

[@anwarjamal3274]

But in the cartoon they were really funny🤣

[@zanaleezee]

This is a great talk. Their respect for one another and their craft really comes through.

[@Timoteo4]

I just watched "Desperado" again yesterday. He's always been a favorite. I like this format with actors interviewing another actor. And to have pairings of performers that have had such different types of careers is a great touch.

[@thomasstevens4814]

I love how open and vulnerable Eddie is in this video!

[@elizabethmcleod246]

I noticed that. He seems content.

[@nross940]

How fine are these two gentlemen? They got the memo: Dress sharp with shoes shined. Represent.

[@dawolf856]

I'm inclined to agree 👍

[@vanessamayorga7780]

I’m painting a galaxy while listening to this. Lowkey, zoned out and in my mind I’m picturing Puss in Boot and Donkey having a serious conversation, and then when I ran out of paint and snapped out of my imagination. I just noticed how much these guys were part of my childhood. Thank you😻 (btw I’m 22 and they still got me thinking about the Shrek series lol)

[@bagaskarahadjarputra6070]

it's good to see Eddie Murphy back in the game, really miss him

[@Shalanaya]

Casting Banderas as a bad guy, assasin or a psychopath was always a genious touch, as the way he speaks sounds gentle and sweet, and that can be so twisted when underneath he's some savage monster on the loose.

[@kyriesanchez4122]

This is honestly the most impactful (for me personally) actors on actors.

[@sdfalk]

That was a riveting 25 minutes.. My admiration for both of them shot off into the stratosphere. Murphy referencing Alejandro Jodorowsky blew my mind.

[@tochiRTA]

You don't get to be one of the greatest comedians (if not arguably the greatest) without being smart and doing your homework.

[@sdfalk]

@@tochiRTA Good point.

[@Afrimusican]

I think it might surprise people how well versed in film making Eddie is and vice versa with Antonio. This pairing is deep with scene knowledge and technique

[@mimicrybypravesh]

Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop is pure comedy Gold!

[@josephrodriguez272]

Hear that they going for part 4

[@mimicrybypravesh]

@@josephrodriguez272 That would be good. Must watch

[@sheapolk195]

Netflix picked up Beverly Hills Cop 4

[@FoodforThought12345678dsds]

state the fucking obvious why don't you

[@monalafleur5403]

My favorite comedian E M is the best it would be so much fun if M Jackson was alive Eddie would crack him up

[@thehopeofeden597]

The combination that no one thought they wanted yet everyone needed.

[@Endalamu]

They're puss and donkey

[@mediumoscar]

Puss and Donkey.

[@isabella8885]

Two outstanding actors. Two gentlemen. Two visionaries. 👌🏼🤗

[@spaceo8568]

I could listen to Antonio Banderas speak, forever. He could read the phone book, and I'd listen.

[@paoolguin7366]

Jajaja...Agree!

[@shanenolan085]

💯💯

[@flanplan5903]

His voice is so soothing and nice to listen to…

[@brkaz5864]

What an interesting conversation between two wonderful underappreciated actors. Antonio has finally received the praise and awards he deserves for his portrayal of Salvador in Pain and Glory. Eddie has come back from his long hiatus deeply introspective and garnering praise and awards for Dolomite. Thank you Variety.

[@BigChrisENT]

First time Eddie looked like he wanted to be there in a while....

[@kamoya8]

Lost Thoughts I noticed that. He was even interested

[@TheTigerdurden]

I think he gets tired of people being star struck and drooling over him in the interviews

[@MovieJunky21]

I never get tried of Antonio’s voice 😊😊

[@theknave4415]

Short intro for people who only know Antonio Banderas from 'Shrek' and "Spy Kids": Start with "Desperado", the film that really made him famous in America. "The Mask of Zorro" "The Thirteenth Warrior" If you want to see Banderas carry a film by himself, in spite of the problems with scripts, etc., See: "Automata".

[@EmilyDickmesome]

The Knave The Skin I Live In. One of his best films and a great film in itself. Just turn on the subs.

[@aliyushuaibu4447]

Good comment. You missed out the Assassin with Sylvester Stallone

[@ifeoluwaadewara4674]

... Assassins with Sylvester Stallone... But my favourite will always be The thirteenth warrior

[@nabrna3663]

Once upon a time in Mexico as well

[@ferdy4stel]

😃 😃 U really know too much.

[@flanplan5903]

What an awesome 25 minutes this was! Also, brought back childhood memories since I grew up with the voices of these two in Shrek.

[@eunicejordan9880]

This keeps getting better and better. Thank you, Variety

[@troy8420]

I liked when Antonio said "It's very hard to be a prophet in your own land" but Eddie thought he said profitable lmao

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Well in a way it's the same thing.

[@LC-ht7sg]

Eddie is one of the all time greats. No argument.

[@andbirb7]

"Dolemite is my name" is hands down one of the best movies of 2019 in my book!

[@michimj8935]

king popmj hi moonwalker 😊

[@b.a.lincoln4175]

Let’s get these two together again in an comedy action movie. They have good chemistry.

[@antoniochapman3986]

I agree Eddie and Antonio should do a buddy action movie together like Lethal Weapon/Bad Boys/Rush Hour it would be awesome.

[@madeleinedeburgh6703]

Antonio Banderas does not pretend to be cool all the time a natural man

[@ivan4087]

accent is fake. anyway if Arnie can did fake accent through years why not others

[@jessiem276]

@@ivan4087 How is it fake? Doesn't sound fake, to me.

[@MrPHUCKYOURSELF]

God damn. I been watching Eddie Murphy since the 80’s and he hardly aged.

[@ScottIan82]

This is probably the most interesting installment of this series.

[@sydneylee8612]

True it’s interesting because they don’t know each other all that well and so we find out about things about them we wouldn’t normally hear. From two of the most naturally charismatic actors in Hollywood.

[@surf3305]

Sydney Lee they worked on shrek together

[@shonecollins7349]

Thank you for this. I enjoyed it. These two actors need to be in another movie together. Not as voice overs for some animated character. But two actual characters playing a role that no one would have expected from them. Crossing my fingers and hoping it comes true. Again, this was great. They both look great.

[@Quiet_Elevation]

When Legendary Cool(Antonio) sits down with Legendary Funny(Eddie).....you get a Legendary exchange. Boss move Variety

[@dianamaurer613]

I’ve seen pain and glory Antonio was wonderful

[@antoniobanderas5923]

Thanks for your love wonderful comment...where are you commenting from?

[@2LadyDi]

This was one of the best interactions yet. Genuine respect for each and excellent dialogue between them. Nice pairing Variety

[@beachstreet101]

I’ve worked with both of these guys twice, then did a double take to see them in the same frame here. Had to watch this. They are both amazing personable guys.

[@sayakchoudhury9711]

People forget that he was very good in Dreamgirls.

[@CharlieGoldDirector]

Nobody forgot

[@dcta51]

@@CharlieGoldDirector no some did..just like people forget he was Mushu in Mulan before he was Donkey.

[@aj25055]

Yep. And was robbed of the Oscar!

[@kevynnjoseph1744]

two of my favorite actors, i thought Antonio was gonna ask all the questions. lol. Eddie don't like to do interviews but he seemed really comfortable in this setting.

[@flanplan5903]

Well, when it is with someone you know or you get to know someone, it is easier to interview that person and make them comfortable. Check out graham norton, he is a master class in getting actors and other people to loosen up and be comfortable on his talk show.

[@leyenda6149]

Eddie & Wesley onscreen together in DiMN! That's just, wow. That's so awesome!

[@WitchlightNW]

This is amazing!! Pairing is so complimentary

[@thegroveness]

Two masters in conversation. INCREDIBLE

[@hayleywilkinson6990]

I loved every moment of this two wonderful legends x

[@iammeallday]

This was an incredible conversation...the comfort and intentional listening to one another was so special to witness

[@susettesantiago5509]

Wow...these two are not just pure talent...but they both are so loved...they are very talented and lovable...

[@dslmarvel]

This two guys together is something you don't see every day. Great job.

[@nellycollins7878]

They have a nice chemistry.

[@antoniochapman3986]

Maybe Eddie and Antonio should do a buddy/action/comedy movie like 48 HRS./Lethal Weapon/The Last Boy Scout/Bad Boys/Rush Hour it could be really cool both Eddie and Antonio are good at action movies.

[@EthanCollinsProductions]

@@antoniochapman3986 They already are: Donkey and Puss in Boots

[@thisrichbastard.809]

What I appreciate about these videos....they show me actors are people with strengths, insecurities and experience feeling vulnerable like everyone else. Its encouraging.

[@popcultureinc.853]

Only problem with this video is that it's too short!!!

[@tinaaneke]

Hearing their thoughts about career, life and more is so nice. Haven’t enjoyed an Actors on Actors Segment like this since Viola’s and Tom H’s/Dev Patel & Octavia S.

[@008theone]

Variety is killing it right now with these interviews

[@movies798]

Hey it's Donkey and Puss in Boots reunion! Man I love Eddie Murphy and Antonio Banderas. Both are really great actors.

[@nishhnishh1088]

Eddie Murphy all over youtube. Welcome back legend! I missed you man

[@tobelikegodnow]

What a fucking wonderful combination and conversation

[@jody024]

I'd love for them to be in a movie together again.

[@clinthodges5506]

Shrek fool

[@jody024]

@@clinthodges5506 In a live action movie.....

[@grayninja9958]

@@clinthodges5506 dumbass

[@user-wq5kv2hu2s]

Gotta love Eddie man I'm considered old now at 40 and this guys been around since I was a tiny kid, Always loved his films

[@batirtzeurkiaga4973]

What a candid conversation. I love both of you.

[@ckeesee6288]

It’s crazy that Antonio lived during and through the Franco dictatorship. I can only imagine how that influenced his life and career.

[@joseibanez227]

c keesee, he only lived the end of the dictatorship. When Spain was in transition and opening for democracy. He is the son of a police officer so he was “safe”. Antonio even mention in another interview that once he was arrested with his friends while performing a theatre play by the police due to “political” content. But because his father was a police officer he and his friends got released and didn’t have to spend the night in jail. So I don’t think that he was traumatized by the regime.

[@queenhart5362]

2 Amazing People!!!💜💜💜 Eddie Is a Legend, He has created some of the greatest movies of all time!!🔥🔥💯💜

[@badtoro9923]

great! so sincere,, Antonio is a star as well as Eddie.. Eddie has not work in a while but seeing the chemistry and smartness of this encounter feels great to see them both interact,

[@yomilalgro]

Oh hell to the YES! Two of my faves ever! I mean puss n boot's and donkey in the house!!!! I thoroughly enjoyed this one, great stuff. Thank you gentlemen

[@hollinstannis4053]

This great to see to people with different backgrounds who careers and ideas are alike.

[@armwrestlingfan6804]

Just seeing Eddie makes me happy :D

[@jdgroom7]

THIS WAS A GREAT ONE!!!

[@rachelolson5488]

Wow just found this and I'm in awe 😍

[@shawnbarton9562]

Eddie is the GOAT...such an Amazing Career

[@ellenjones7819]

After playing the role of James Early in "Dreamgirls", I wondered why Murphy didn't take on more serious roles/characters. He kept returning to silly sh-t like Norbit. Now I understand that he's uncomfortable tapping into his feelings or personal experiences that may be needed when playing a dramatic role.

[@seamslatasha3598]

It’s a shame bc he’s a fantastic actor. When u see glimpses of his depth in some of his more serious roles it’s truly moving.

[@katicabogar24]

Imagine if he leaned into it and subsequently knocked everyone’s socks off….!

[@MrsCristinaDepp]

Yassss been waiting for this all day

[@vaswanikuunal]

What a wonderful series, amazing content, it’s so much better these intimate conversations

[@vibeatles]

Love this conversation.

[@godemperorofdune8169]

So cool hearing Eddie talk about watching Jodorowsky movies !

[@micheleseven]

I respect you both for highlighting historical figures who have a good story with your craft. My heart's a flutter.

[@mtzionfilmsworks]

I absolutely loved this. Thanks @Variety!

[@ExistNNature]

Eddie Murphy has been making his rounds on KZbin. Much Appreciated!!

[@melirose89]

Oh my goodness. I love them! Such an intelligent, introspective conversation :)

[@tropicalladyj8033]

Wow - what a great look at who these men are - so great, love them both!

[@ruthortiz9395]

I really liked Antonio as Pablo Picasso. He was really, really great.

[@MOODSTORELAXATIONSOUNDSTOHEAL]

Both men have always been underated

[@angelicamartinezr.8965]

Antonio seems a really nice guy. Humble and wise. He's a really good actor. And he was super handsome in the 90's, by the way.

[@ramani.a.8138]

Anjelica M Handsome charismatic and cool dude ! But I can’t him never forgive Philips ❗️😂😂😂❗️ Neeeeveeer !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DetentionEntertainment100]

Can we just talk about how nicely these two are dressed? And the respect and admiration for one another in this conversation. #Legends

[@brandonweaver6703]

Keep these videos coming!

[@markadairofficial]

Eddie looks GREAT here!

[@g.t405]

Is good to see Eddie back 💪

[@mxnfx]

We need Eddie too come out and show there are still great Comedians!!....LEGEND, amongst the the LEGENDS past!

[@mariamtchokho7499]

I thought I would check some parts of the interview, but I ended up listening to all of it. It was very interesting and educative.

[@Boudosaved]

Wow. I'm impressed Eddie Murphy has watched Jodorowsky movies, let alone Fellini movies!!

[@winterramos4527]

Me as well. We've known Eddie as a comedian all his life but to see this other artistic side of him is very refreshing! Its very funny to think otherwise. Its interesting how we sometimes see comedy separate from drama but we need to think of a ying&yang between both of them.

[@EmilyDickmesome]

Boudosaved Dude, the man is a veteran actor come on give him some credit.

[@Boudosaved]

@@EmilyDickmesome Yeah, but given the type of movies he does compared to the type of movies Jodorowsky made...

[@polisigh216]

Boudosaved you sound narrow minded.

[@Boudosaved]

@@polisigh216 Why do you say that?