Edward Norton Does His Impression of Alec Baldwin's Method Acting

Edward Norton chats with Jimmy about his movie Motherless Brooklyn and describes co-star Alec Baldwin's acting process during filming.
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Edward Norton Does His Impression of Alec Baldwin's Method Acting
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[@alisky8551]

his voice comforts me.

[@tabby73]

Alisky Yes he has a wonderful voice.

[@Grace-bj3xd]

same

[@TAURON85]

You're gay!

[@alisky8551]

@@TAURON85 And?

[@rezkat6]

his voice is iconic, it's part of what makes him perfect for wes anderson

[@nosoysin692]

the most underrated actor long overdue for an Oscar.

[@joewhitlow5799]

No way.

[@nosoysin692]

@@joewhitlow5799 hell yeah!

[@cincyspin178]

There's a reason he's never won an Oscar. I have yet to see him in anything where he wasn't over the top with his acting. That can be effective when he's playing a "bad guy", but not when he's playing the good.

[@jaggerman22]

Cincy Spin check out Primal fear or American History X. Both of those were stand out performances in my opinion.

[@cincyspin178]

@@jaggerman22 That proves my point. He played a "bad guy" in both of them. And yes, they were incredible performances, especially when you consider that "Primal Fear" was his debut.

[@mariacromero]

So happy to see Ed Norton back in the limelight. I remember when he dated Salma Hayek and thought they would be together forever. Always had a crush on him and still do. He’s that serious, brooding, intelligent kind of persona who you just want to talk to and get to know. Completely underrated actor, a tremendous talent, and, from all accounts, a stand-up guy. Wish there were more like him.

[@janemay7181]

I love, love, love Primal Fear. Watched it multiple times

[@mrxanthios7045]

"With insomnia, nothing's real. Everything's far away. Everything's a copy of a copy of a copy." You will always be The Narrator in my heart.

[@Tonithenightowl]

Fight Club :o)

[@gustavosaliola]

My browser just flashed one frame of Brad Pitt with a red leather jacket. I'm gonna have it serviced.

[@jennysblog3796]

@@Tonithenightowl Don’t you dare talking about it

[@tonithenightowl1836]

@@jennysblog3796 Son of a bee that's the very first rule how could I forget ? lol :)

[@brentcrude8565]

I've missed this guy. He's one of the greatest actors of our generation. It's so good to see him back and I can't wait to watch the film.

[@bearlytraincot4131]

Love Norton.

[@anzywanzi1782]

Edward is an effortlessly charming man.

[@welcometolife4237]

Dont trust this guy. I watch a movie about a robbery gang and hes not to be trusted. Sneaky man selfish

[@williamgregory5011]

@Ivy Dreamy you would look really, really hot if you lost a lot of weight. Not a lot of people have a pretty face but you do. Offset totally by weight

[@mikecantreed]

It's pretty much universally agreed to that he's the biggest asshole in Hollywood.

[@casave9682]

William Gregory are you fucking stupid?

[@theelephant2887]

Ivy Dreamy you look gorgeous just the way you are. NOBODY has the right to tell you if you should gain or lose weight!

[@guilbert5815]

One of the best actors in this generation. Never mind the Oscars.

[@greatriffishere]

I never paid attention to the Oscars!!! Ed Norton is the real deal!! One of the best actors of our time!!

[@ABCDoris]

guilbert He’s supposedly a giant asshole. I’m sure I’ve read that people don’t like to work with him.

[@Novastar6]

@@ABCDoris ...He just seems intense. Might come off that way. One of my favorite movies of all-time is American History X. He's a fantastic actor.

[@Boogieeeeeeee]

BotoCorDeRosa do you always look at successful people's flaws first to validate yourself? We're talking about how great an actor he is and you're going on a tangent to state he's an asshole. So it may be, and what? Haven't you enjoyed his work just the same?

[@eddiedevriesz]

Harvey Weinstein is the real deal

[@KletoReese]

Edward is so underrated... so good to see him back on the screen again

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Green? I hate green!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@cincyspin178]

@Juan Cortez Muro Don't bother. Waste of time. Not funny.

[@raphies8319]

@@revinhatol you know he turned down the movie The Hulk an Infinity Wars he said that was a biggest mistake he ever made because he wants to do more serious movies.

[@revinhatol]

@@raphies8319 kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Green? I hate green!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@annasoboleskaya584]

Edward Norton, we miss you so much!!

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Ugh, not Banner, that wimp!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@SammyEddie]

Where did he go?

[@cincyspin178]

@Juan Cortez Muro Your'e a spam troll.

[@carolinehaf21]

Thanks for letting Ed talk... so many ppl cut him off. He's genuinely engaging when you let him get going! Ed, have had an acting crush since American History X!

[@marktheshark9685]

I Don't Think Ed Even REMOTELY Realizes How Cool He Actually IS!!!!!

[@andrewfrey5562]

He is so authentic here. Actors are usually playing a role of themselves when they are on these shows.

[@Rogue5747]

One of my favorite actor! Such a briliant man. Holds a degree from Yale and charismatic without even trying.

[@hessu275]

American History X is a timeless classic, everyone should see it

[@quatie]

That curb scene though

[@hessu275]

Sure it's brutal, but art should make a memorable effect on you as you watch it

[@juniortarantino9099]

One of my fav films ever.

[@PattavinaFragolina]

Sadly, the curb scene has been cut from the film version that is being shown on cable television today.

[@wisco9er536]

@@PattavinaFragolina damn, but I ain't mad at them.

[@antoniorivera6863]

This man is a legend. And that narration in this new film just makes me think of Fight... well you know the first rule

[@soni8995]

🤣👍

[@bao664]

" The first rule is not to lose. The second rule is not to forget the first rule " - Warren Buffett i guess Warren enjoy the movie so much

[@shizuokaBLUES]

Why do I love so many of his films , especially American History X but ....halfway through Fight Club I gave up. Next time I tried, ten years later I made it through and still hated it. I don’t get why that is.

[@shizuokaBLUES]

P K yeah that’s it🙄

[@marquezzaj1592]

He's amazing in these type of character.. never fails to awe people with his acting..love you man!

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Ed Norton, what a great human being.

[@SalveRegina8]

He’s very clear when he articulates his thoughts. I wish I could do that. Very refreshing. What a gift to have Thom write a song for your film. What a fantasy come to life! Oh to have been a fly on the wall of that long ago, “happening.”

[@ronypsp]

"Radiohead. Melodic, so much fracture" - Edward Norton, 2019

[@dieguismama2330]

I love his voice... I am Jack's anticipation for this film.

[@dougn8102]

Dieguismama I am Jack’s complete lack of surprise.

[@sylviagomez9523]

Still have a huge crush on Norton!!! My Neuro surgeon looks like him.

[@cincyspin178]

@Juan Cortez Muro Ain't gonna happen. You're a Spam Troll.

[@traciberry5141]

I love when Jimmy is fascinated with his guests and allows them to speak passionately about their project. The best thing about Jimmy Fallon is his love of music, the creative process & the people he interacts with.

[@revinhatol]

"Not Banner, that wimp!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@NMan944]

I love Ed Norton. That scene with the match is brilliant.

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Ugh, not Banner, that wimp!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@Taisha_49]

Anyone else find the way he expresses himself in words to be fascinating? A very intelligent man for sure. This is not a genre I'd normally like and the story itself seems tired, but the acting looks phenomenal.

[@anthonygio9961]

Incredible interview, Edward is so genuine.

[@petew.1418]

Love this interview. Edward Norton comes across as humble and full of praise for others, when he could very easily talk about his own immense talent. Really came across as a genrleman. We need more Edward Nortons.

[@indiracamotim2858]

I have such respect for this actor ! He certainly deserves the Oscar and it’s long overdue !

[@Ameliemakesmesmile]

So articulate. You won’t be hearing those kind of sentences coming out of Kylie Jenner’s mouth. I don’t want to judge but I think we as society are idolizing wrong kind of people.

[@javisoprano1010]

Ameliemakesmesmile if the media didn’t spotlight the trash , we would assume it’s in the landfill.

[@maximusareilius2262]

We always have and allways will. People are stupid .

[@jeremypr]

the fact you're bringing up Kylie Jenner is her winning............dumb. smh

[@prokofievchambers8603]

Ameliemakesmesmile Yes, since time out of mind.

[@hallobre]

Actually don’t idolize anyone. They are just some puny humans who eat and shit like the rest. If you have to idolize someone, idolize your friends and family. Give them the support instead of some dumb plastic girl.

[@deboraheden6418]

Omg Edward Norton so glad to see him it’s been awhile

[@Nihal-wx3th]

I love that Edward got the chance to speak, sometimes these host like to cut people off. Great actor 🤗

[@flame6708]

He looks like Matthew Perry’s long lost brother

[@superunknown2812]

Hahahah he does

[@412VHS]

I was thinking Luke Perry......that’s weird

[@MrSinghisking24]

Wrong... Matthew Perry looks like Ed Norton's long lost brother

[@iwasthererecording]

Bing!

[@cincyspin178]

@Juan Cortez Muro Don't bother. Waste of time. Not funny.

[@renedeck212]

"Alec is an animal" - Edward Norton, 2019

[@lonerpeace9286]

And he plays a different animal on SNL. 😁

[@Hisham_HMA]

that is not significant enough to be quoted

[@jkap34]

@@lonerpeace9286 is it... an orangutan?

[@lonerpeace9286]

@@jkap34 it is not quite figured out yet but yeah that's one possibility for sure.

[@ej732]

Alecs daughter agrees

[@anasdynamite9770]

He's so underrated.

[@varkolak7779]

He was the Hulk before he was replaced by Mark Ruffalo

[@Quotenwagnerianer]

He is totally not underrated. Everybody knows he is one of the greatest actors alive. The problem with him as an actor is that he gets much too involved into parts of the production were actors have no say. Thinks he knows better than the writer, director and producer combined. That is why he is not being cast anymore, because he is not a team player and doesn't know his place.

[@fab92n15]

He is so overrated

[@LittleB2007]

If you mean the numbers of Oscars by "underrated," in Norton's case zero, yes I agree he is very much underrated. It's bad enough he's been robbed twice for "Primal Fear" and "American History X." Adding insult to injury, he was robbed those two Oscars by Cuba Gooding Jr. and Robert Benigni! Where are those undeserving winners now?

[@Harlock2day]

LB2007 they were good then, but the all Oscar thing is bulls anyway.

[@pavvlasenko]

Young people may not know that this is the best actor ever.

[@joemfahey]

Yea they don't know that because its not true

[@SyedSaifAbbasNaqvi]

Young or old. Every one knows he is a great actor

[@timhyatt72]

Lay off the drugs.

[@icy8030]

ever huh...

[@erdemmemisyazici3950]

He had his ups and downs I think. American History X, great choice. Red Dragon, great choice. Incredible Hulk.... not so much.

[@pushkaltripathi5980]

Fallon got Joaquin Phoenix and Edward Nortan within span of a day or two .

[@Mr_Pool96]

K

[@BeegYoshi24]

Yesss I love Eddie Nortan! 😂

[@arielspierer5292]

Cause they both have movies coming out

[@budisulisto]

And he didn’t do anything with them

[@james5995]

Edward Norton should play The Riddler!

[@aminecougar6160]

Edward Norton is the best actor ever , doesn’t need an Oscar or a Grammy, he’s the best , period.

[@whysohappy6386]

Well I don't think, there's any Grammy for acting

[@jyetaylor6898]

Grammy is for music dumb dumb lol

[@cesarenrique35531]

Grammy? What the fuck are you talking about?

[@LAlindquist]

**Gary Oldman and Daniel Day-Lewis have entered the chat**

[@JayLewisNYR1994]

one of the most underrated actors in my opinion

[@cyber6sapien]

Ed Norton is my favorite actor! Simply brilliant!

[@soni8995]

Edward Norton, we've missed you! 😍😍😍

[@MrVikingsandra]

So much!!

[@itsEpsilon]

Ed is very underrated, he is better than many successful actors in holywood now.

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Green? I hate green!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@rahafhamed57]

So underrated actor. ❤️ him

[@joshfredr7846]

ed was surely missed on the big screen. such a talented actor.

[@keren.icehand]

Ed Norton is smazing! I love him💜🥰

[@peppermintpink44]

He still has this boyish charm about him.

[@fatemehhosseini305]

Awwww that's the best way to put it! I was looking for a word to describe why he is attractive to my eyes! He is boyish. You're right. Fresh.

[@cherrycolaaa]

I guess 30 Rock’s episode where Jack Donaghy was caught hyping himself up in front of a mirror was based on reality lol

[@maxhydekyle2425]

Jack is just Alec in the business world

[@charmedprince]

Tina Fey didn't cast him for no other reason. Also, i need a 30 ROCK reunion Netflix series

[@cincyspin178]

@Juan Cortez Muro Spam Troll and not funny.

[@leilaeissa3348]

Edwards grandfather was the founder of the city where I live and he went to my high school. Columbia md ❤️

[@MsCristinika7]

My favorite actor of all times by far! So versatile...can't wait to watch the movie.

[@urskapahor2042]

I see Edward Norton, I CLICK! my favourite ❤️ since American History X 🔝

[@soni8995]

Ikr? 😍😍😍

[@Snowbunny1233]

The book is amazing I have been waiting at least 20yrs for this movie to come out. I love Edward Norton.

[@mikegee248]

Motherless Brooklyn was brilliant, engrossing, and genius. Norton and cast were incredible in this film/labor of love.

[@iloveyoubebe]

Great dude right there. Ed Norton is a class act

[@nawshaba152]

Whenever I see Edward Norton or Alec Baldwin's name, I feel like indulging in another Wes Anderson movie.

[@addohm]

What an actual great, as well as smart dude. I miss Edward in film.

[@mitersangeeta2576]

One of the best actors....American History X, Fight Club, and Primal Fear!!!

[@TheParanoidAndroid79]

I've read countless reviews of and musings on Radiohead, but I've never heard a more apt description of their music. I had no idea that Norton was such a wordsmith.

[@jordanbee1764]

I just like this guy. He’s interesting, intelligent, a great actor. There is just something about him. He’s not perfect looking but I think he’s handsome.🙂

[@lauremehrkens5891]

“He’s not perfect looking.” What an un-cool thing to say.

[@melissathwaites415]

Hes hot!!

[@GoodGolly.MissLolly]

I’m really looking forward to this movie. I think Ed Norton is so underrated. He is such a brilliant actor and always chooses such interesting roles. I often search him in all of the streaming services to see if there’s something new. Has he not done anything for a while because he doesn’t seem to have been around much in recent years ...?

[@edkeaton]

Edward Norton is an amazing actor and is long overdue for an Oscar. I hope that he wins one day. ✌️😎

[@mollytsanadis1323]

I’ve missed this man so much

[@TheFamilyImprint]

Love Edward Norton ... can't wait to see the film !!!

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Not Banner, that wimp!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@EURODISC0]

I preferred Edward Norton as Bruce Banner at MCU, better than Mark Ruffalo in my opinion.

[@ronypsp]

Yes. Ed's "Primal Fear" psycho stare fits Banner. Gives me chills everytime

[@katel.5360]

Yes, the real Hulk

[@robdcollector2808]

Rodrigo Alexandre ...same here. His ego prevented him from bigggg easy paychecks from Marvel. Robert Downey Jr is a better actor and even he took hugeee paychecks over a serious movie

[@mynamehaschanged]

He looked as a scientist should (intelligent), Ruffalo plays a bad Bruce cause he looks dumb.

[@ericanton7]

If u liked that, check him out in movies for adults.

[@davidmeyers9271]

I think Edward now looks like Matthew Perry used to on Friends. Anyone?

[@KimsLantern]

Edward is an incredible actor. ⚡️⚡️🤩🤩

[@valborrelli]

Is it me or does Edward give off a Dustin Hoffman vibe?

[@dbj4th443]

I'm so fascinated right now how smart edward is

[@fhu868]

He is such a great story teller with his words. So intelligent and witty.

[@minakoishii8760]

I usually don’t laugh at stuff like that but the “touch it, Bailey” line instantly got me

[@TheConfederate1863]

minako ishii i feel good knowing he made you laugh. Thx

[@minakoishii8760]

Heinz Guderian you’re welcome

[@maximusareilius2262]

Do you want to try my beef egg roll?

[@maximusareilius2262]

I will give it to you minako.

[@banerjeearijit1]

Just watched American History X. One of the Greatest films ever made. Norton was amazing.

[@WonderfullHana]

Gosh i love him and i think he's super sweet and smart, hate how we don't see much of him.

[@lauren3024]

Edward seems like such the sweetest dude ever. He’s also insanely underrated

[@HeaderOverEast]

One of my favorite actors.

[@revinhatol]

"Not Banner, that wimp!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@jake_dumb]

I think that was the greatest description of thom York I’ve ever heard.

[@danielamontecinosgodoy8676]

What an amazing interview.

[@hrhtreeoflife4815]

Incredible acting! Must see!!!!!

[@CharissaDarling]

He is such a great actor I can't wait to see this movie

[@oxanaexon1794]

What kind of movie did you mean?

[@jonathanhe4686]

If there is a Lennon movie, Norton should be him

[@roterfuchs8201]

Julian Lennon

[@AZBEEMR]

Roter Fuchs Can Julian act?

[@TheMan-WithNoName]

He looks nothing like Neil Lennon

[@roterfuchs8201]

Norton could only play Julian Lennon.

[@DaleStoop]

There is a Lennon movie, it’s called Nowhere Boy Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson

[@karistral.firdaus5770]

i fell in love with him when i saw him act as king baldwin iv. i'm so mad he's underrated.

[@mariadelourdes3380]

EDWARD NORTON sou sua fã ,que talento!!!!

[@MrVikingsandra]

Best actor ever. Seriously guys.

[@bblue1779]

He looks sooo young for his age

[@karenturnbull3870]

Edward is AMAZING in this!!!!

[@simen-pedrokaroliussen9163]

Awwe i love Edward he so cute and adorable in this kind of boy’ish little brother way he’s always been this kind of little baby brother to me somehow ‘’Wait til you see...wait til you see what Edward does’’ i never thought about til now but alec is allmost whispering in this graspie gravely voice.

[@Erik_Ahl]

Jimmy never misses an opportunity to do an impression. 😛

[@cookiemang4128]

His voice alone deserves a award

[@adama2809]

Ed Norton talking on Yorke and Radiohead is amazing

[@swhaht6807]

Daily Battles is such an intuitive work about our times...

[@abates3747]

the best Jimmy interviews is when the guest talks enough so Jimmy pretty much shuts up... this is one such interview.

[@SuperBennett69]

Arron Bates Yet Fallon still interupts, tries to finish sentences.... just brutal

[@BethCraddock]

Yes, we know you’re not hip, but that why we love 💕 you, nerdy and nervous 😟 hunk of a man, Edward Norton.

[@savage_skirt5386]

yay for thom yorke appreciation, lovely

[@lauremehrkens5891]

One of the best actors, ever!!!!!

[@Nayops23]

^ Looks at thumbnail Yells out - OG HULK❗️👏🏼

[@revinhatol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4muc5ioetCZgMk "Green? I hate green!" - Grey Hulk/Joe Fixit (Michael Donovan)

[@slingerfrancis4674]

"how do you get Thom Yorke to write a song for you?" "I don't know probably the same way you get The Roots to be your late night backing band"

[@krisfrederick5001]

Bless your heart Ed

[@danghilarducci50]

Where you been bruh ? Love Ed

[@zeynephzrc]

He is 50 and still rocks

[@joannajamerson35]

He's 50?

[@zeynephzrc]

@@joannajamerson35 Unfortanately,he was born in 1969.

[@downswingplayer9712]

Stars in Fight Club, says he is never at a happening.

[@Azariah197]

Tyler’s gone. He went away.

[@downswingplayer9712]

@@Azariah197 Is this a test sir?

[@uno3863]

Edward Norton , great actor , nuff said 👍👍

[@RA-lh9uh]

he is successfull actor but still i have a feeling he is underrated. i love him in the score and fight club or kingdom of heaven.... just amazing. in the score when he plays a crippled guy..... insane how he does that. amazing acting

[@ELECTR0HERMIT]

This is an utterly fantastic film. Go see it in a real theater for the best effect, really takes you back to the 1950's

[@robertwittman1951]

I first got recognized to Edward through American History X

[@agnessusana]

I already love it

[@javierlara6350]

I have never heard a better description of Radiohead @ 3:22