Gilbert Grape (characters)

the actors, screenwriter and director
talk about the characters of the movie
Johnny Depp..........Gilbert Grape
Leonardo DiCaprio....Arnie Grape
Laura Harrington.....Amy Grape
Mary Kate Schellhard...Ellen Grape
Darlene Cates........Bonnie Grape(momma)
Juliette Lewis.......Becky
Crispin Glover.......Bobby McBurney
John C. Reilly.......Tucker Van Dyke
Mary Steenburgen.....Betty Carver
Kevin Tighe..........Ken Carver
Tim Green............Mr Lamson
Penelope Branning....Becky's Grandma

[@aishahussain7704]

i still cant believe leo never got his oscar for this

[@janeskallo2021]

nagyon kedvelek, mint sztár, kéntés imádlak.

[@janeskallo2021]

nagyon kedvelem, öt, mint igazi sztár ként., vagyis oszkár dijast.

[@janeskallo2021]

a titanik volt a kedvencem.vagyisa filmje

[@beandipgirl7151]

they thought he was actually disabled

[@monique3984]

same

[@ngocv4308]

lmaoo johnny depp showed up as jack sparrow got me dead

[@lejink]

I imagine this interview was done in the middle of filming Pirates of the Caribbean... Not much choice how he looks if he's changed his appearance for a role

[@mearianator4003]

Whahah

[@lilylily7072]

He just lives life as Jack Sparrow now. lol,

[@Nominay]

He reminds me of Al Jorgenson here.

[@shannonlynn3811]

Iris Louise that man is hot anywhere lol

[@immamakeyoumybiishh1384]

leonardo and johnny depps faces are pure perfection during this time

[@ImRux-yj7do]

immamake youmybiishh excuse me...still ARE

[@berca6420]

Shut up

[@kujachicken6943]

During? DURING?! Miss, are you okay?

[@saifbeso2907]

still now☺

[@loralynf.9722]

@@kujachicken6943 yes during stfu

[@_sR0y-_]

Leonardo DiCaprio's best performance before Titanic

[@vgg31]

+swapnil roy before Titanic and Romeo & Juliet I agree 100% with you

[@laurenknapp2114]

He did so well

[@Capirossi83]

+swapnil roy This one is better than Titanic for sure!!

[@aimeeadesso4383]

+swapnil roy I agree this movie was beyond amazing! Johnny Depp was great too!

[@mogensschmidt990]

no wrong titanic WAS better

[@becstar2099]

OMG leo in this movie, ugh. absolutely unreal acting, best role he's ever played just incredible!

[@berens58]

maybe the best acting performance ever.

[@Bibibibi-1]

Between Leonardo DiCaprio and Johnny Depp I choose Leo. He has made so many wonderful movies and it was ab time for him to get an Oscar. Leo is a great actor: very natural. I feel like Johnny Depp HAS TO use props (make up, characterization, etc) in order to deliver. Leo has himself and he can really transport/convince the viewer what's he's going thru in his character. Love him badly bc I feel like he is in the right field. Also, I hope he doesn't stop acting until bc his acting is a gift.

[@kellylast6360]

Idk he did very very good in Titanic

[@jellean5093]

Ny Jeep Adventurer You don't have to be ashamed of saying you thought Leo was autistic

[@noatsouri6837]

Ny Jeep Adventurer you don’t have to hide the fact that you thought Leo was autistic, I don’t really know, but I think it’s actually a compliment to him and his acting

[@luceafarul579]

Probably the only normal character depp played that I can remember

[@ameliasy5355]

nightmare on elm street too..

[@gutterhead1464]

Chloe Kelly a pirate and a guy with scissor hands isn’t normal or not like something an everyday person is used to seeing bud

[@vixiestarfire]

How about the original 21 Jump Street

[@danielm7412]

His role in fear and loathing a close 2nd I think.

[@dwiseus]

“Nick of time.”

[@ojmccaf63]

Leo should have gotten an Oscar for this role!!

[@Cissy2cute]

I agree. Every time I watch it I can't help but think how could he not have won? His words, actions, even the way he walked was consistent and very believable. That was one hell of a hard part to play.

[@bethanyrose780]

+Cissy2cute this and 'the basketball diaries' each time I watch both these movies it pisses me off how long it took for him to finally get recognised for his amazing work!

[@Cissy2cute]

Bethany Rose Guess he must have pissed somebody off early on in his career. Funny how so many actors win these awards and yet a lot of us are left with the feeling that something is wrong with these people who cast their votes for the candidates. Hope that makes sense--haven't had my coffee yet!

[@kaitlynd5751]

IKR!

[@ceeeceee8753]

Little did he know he wouldn't win one until 2016

[@msinvincible2000]

before watching this film, I couldn't stand DiCaprio: I was a teenager, and I thought that Leo was famous just because he was handsome, and the other teenage girls loved him. (I thought he was what today you'd call "a Justin Bieber"). Then I watched this film, and I was struck: DiCaprio was AMAZING. Since then, he has become my favourite actor. He truly is the best actor of his generation

[@regan6208]

msinvincible2000 I was 6 when I fell for Leo lol

[@spike16965]

Watch the movie this boy's life its good

[@ZoeHoule]

Not just in that generation in any generation

[@vvthetalentlessduo6976]

Along with Joaquin Phoenix I agree

[@SJMJ91]

It's a shame that Depp and DiCaprio haven't worked together again since.

[@TheLittlefrog96]

sj11791 so i know you may think i’m crazy for saying this because i thought it was crazy when i heard about it from a teacher of mine 6 years ago. but supposedly she met johnny depp at a airport where she was by herself at 16, and she talked to him for a good minute and johnny supposedly told her about how he doesn’t like leo. i totally forgot about what she said to us but my friend that was in the same class told me she remembered but we thought she was crazy because supposedly her dad sold her to another family. i wish i was lying and i wish she was lying!!!

[@the.44magnumisamonster]

Elisia Marie probably cuz you are.

[@TheLittlefrog96]

Tea Sister i really wish sis because it’s still crazy to hear that.

[@TheLittlefrog96]

Tea Sister i heard what i heard and said what i said

[@lyn1659]

Elisia Marie lies.

[@ceeeceee8753]

Leonardo DiCaprio was nominated for an Oscar for his role in this. Little did he know he wouldn't win one until 2016...

[@LovatoLover22]

i know right

[@yeahhhboi7194]

He won an Oscar for the revenant

[@derangedband]

i first watched this film for johnny but i was surprised when leo stole the show for me :) this film is amazing

[@Poison071]

leo and johnny are so perfect

[@flolopezlewit7204]

3:17 johnny depp is the sweetest talking about leo 💗💗

[@cromulentwords]

Darlene Cates astounds me every time I watch this movie. You get the impression that she'd been acting for 20 years, and never guess that this was her debut performance.There are so few films that call for actresses like her, especially for such a central role, and the ones that do tend to scale back the more extreme aspects of the characters, like Momma's obesity or Arnie's developmental delay. The Gilbert Grape filmmakers didn't care if some of their audience felt socially or emotionally uncomfortable watching it, and I admire that. They could've hired a well-known actress and put her in a fat suit, but there would have been this layer of fantasy that obstructed the audience's view due to their knowledge that Momma was really a slim, famous lady just pretending. It might have made it easier to focus on Momma's personality and character development, as opposed to getting hung up on her appearance. But they cast Darlene Cates instead, and her performance forces you to see her how Gilbert sees her, not as the mere visual spectacle that most people consider her to be. She was a great and underappreciated talent.

[@CringeComedyTV]

I wish I could go back to 1993. Life was so much simpler then. It truely was. This movie makes me nostalgic for my youth. Such a great movie that's really underappreciated and almost seems forgotten.

[@demi2693]

Fun fact: Leo has actually turned down an offer from Disney channel at that time waiting to audition for this part. He was just 16 years old when he made a life changing decision that shaped the direction of his acting career.

[@stephaniekleinwachter8781]

Leonardo dicapro is so cute when young :)

[@landryjames95]

THIS IS MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE MOVIE. Leo did absolutely amazing!!!! I'm blown away!!

[@robbyg9938]

when this movie came out we were just little kids so we used to laugh and joke at it, but now that im older I realize how good of a movie this is and how good it actually is.

[@emilybella1629]

We all know the real reason you guys are all here, please proceed to 2:20. 💖

[@annisatristaniaagustina1620]

Angela Harrison IKR 😂

[@shrinkquit]

Leo was robbed of an Oscar for this movie. His performance in this movie was brilliant.

[@oranaise311318]

the scene that touched me the most, is when Arny discovered the death of his mother!!!!!!!!!! Leo was incredibly convincing!! that was freaky!

[@user-ob5il7cy8o]

Ikr

[@Booyakasha5]

DiCaprio should have win an oscar for this. This guy is a phenomenal actor!

[@emilybarber9910]

Both Johnny depp and Leonardo DiCaprio deserve more oscars. They are both insanely talented and extremely good at acting

[@nubareminova5343]

This film had very talented cast

[@luvrgirlrayn]

leo and johnny deserve so many awards for this movie 🥺

[@CandyAppleBlue]

What's Eating Gilbert Grape is an incredibly touching film. Darlene Cates and the rest of the cast poured their hearts into their performances.

[@alonaleo539]

I can’t fathom that Leo didn’t get an Oscar for this phenomenal performance.

[@Geenee57]

All actors were brilliant. But I could cry, Di Caprio without oscar.

[@staticx1599]

Juliette "Becky" seems to have such an awesome personality. In real life and in movie. Seems really laid back 😁

[@LunaKittyfox]

Leo was such a sport when he gave it a shot at Arnie Grape even though he was unsure if he would do the role well but low and behold, Leo totally nailed the character. He should’ve won an Oscar.

[@ohsuckitup2]

No matter how many films Johnny Depp has done I will always know him the best as Gilbert Grape..this is such a lovely movie with alot of heart and Johnny was the perfect person to play Gilbert

[@RoseRose-ow4ni]

Johnny is a great perfect actor he is brilliant .. such amazing performance

[@TrudyPatootie]

RIP Darlene Cates.. Soar with the Angels sweet woman..

[@fandomgirl2031]

Leo is so young there

[@kaylarenee4551]

He was 19

[@pdottie212fu]

@@kaylarenee4551 He was 18.. it was made in late 92

[@aniketmehta5268]

Two legend work together. Really true legend......

[@Anumomo19]

I watched this film last week and I loved it! I can relate to Gilbert at all levels I love this character so much

[@silvertiger98]

DiCaprio blew me away in this movie. He was so real!

[@aishasuares5398]

Even though Leo was acting it still seems like he was more mature in growing pains and he was 15 when he was acting in growing pains BEST ACTOR IN THE WORLD!!!

[@amandaknepp7883]

I love this movie. Johnny is a great actor.

[@vincevirtua]

Wow, back from when Depp was an actor and not a Disney attraction.

[@marisaa.tamayo]

i've seen this movie and it made me cry hysterically. the way the movie portrays real world problems of mental illness is incredible.

[@jordantroup8953]

he looked like jack sparrow already

[@immamakeyoumybiishh1384]

this was during the time he was making the movie

[@alix14359]

immamake youmybiishh but i thought this movie was made in 1993 and pirates of the Caribbean was made in 2003

[@komp3293]

+Alix K he did say Leo has become a dashing man so o...

[@Mae-dg2xv]

LMAO

[@jeremyviromek]

@@alix14359 this interview was done years after gilbert grape was made

[@kristopherjones7997]

Leo Deserved an oscar for this i was really Convinced by his outstanding performance

[@barbarahourigan8462]

Powerful, painful and beautiful ❤️.

[@sophiaabigail7873]

This was an amazing film I loved Johnny depp's and Leonardo DiCaprio's performance in this movie I feel like they work really well together

[@filibusterfirework74]

Oh leo when he was younger sooo cute :)

[@misyalol4119]

Leo should have won Oscar for his role...

[@brittzuspann]

Watched the movie last night after not watching it for years and I have to say this might be Leo's best role yet. He is such an amazing actor and his portrayal was sooooo convincing it's insane! Can't believe he doesn't have more Oscar's!

[@unreachable102]

3:27 my heart just melted

[@user-ob5il7cy8o]

Same

[@stewiery206]

awh, arnie (leo) is so adorable ^^

[@averyclements3763]

Darlene Cates seemed so sweet! I just found out that she passed away this year :'( rip

[@yourgirlchachi]

Johnny and Leo!! my two fav actors!!! :D

[@purediamond101]

I really loved this movie. The story was so heartfelt

[@flossygalloway1190]

I really any whole family thought this was a real boy . Incredible actor

[@ajonson2030]

Well, even the trailer of the movie made me cry

[@foxxxylooove2931]

this is one of the jewels of the 90s movies.

[@titirosheille3246]

every character in there is so beautiful and talented.

[@romanmilleryt8308]

Leo is one of my favorite actors ever

[@paulmichael8058]

A masterpiece! In one row with shawshank redemption, kpax, mystic river,... Tx soooo much for this movie.

[@obamacka2008]

Haha I love how Johnny acts in the interview still like Captain Jack Sparrow =D

[@brandonhayes7134]

he is the actor of his era, bar none...he bucked the system....he did't sell out because with his good looks and demanded to be taken serious as a true artist in cinema...thank you leonardo..you are a rare gem in cinema..truly phenominal...just sheer brilliance from this man...

[@kittensugars]

I watched this again after it being on my playlist forever....I was struck by HOW young Leonardo DiCaprio was, and what amazing work he did....every actor brought their all.

[@midnightghost8461]

I usually watch movies for Johnny Depp, but I watch this one for Leo :) He does an amazing job!!

[@adamgontier7397]

Love This Movie ❤️👍🏻

[@tskeates]

unbelievable acting and incredible story. i don't even know anyone else who knows this movie! severely underrated work of art.

[@natalysanchez300]

Que hermoso Leonardo Dicaprio en esta pelicula hizo espectacular ese papel 💖💖💖

[@SweeneyTodd98]

Johnny is so sweet,he says something good about everyone,very grateful.

[@eliseaguirre655]

I love absolutely everything about this work of art of a movie 💜

[@feliciaenglund1565]

leo's movies is always goood and amazing!

[@micaelaclifford2729]

This makes me so emotional, loved this movie so much ♥

[@Ancha1234]

i love this movie,love it. such a good performance by everyone

[@marvelmax03191]

Just finished watching this on netflix, and wow. I am just blown away by Leo's performance; he owned the role.

[@heystobit9194]

when I discovered this movie I had nO iDEA Gilbert was JOHNNY DEPP SKSKSKSKSKKSKS he looks so diFFERENT and Leo is such a cutie in this movie

[@jkjlkk]

Johnny Depp and Leonardo Di Caprio were my Favorite Actors. I love them both. :) It's great that they had a movie together. :)

[@user-ob5il7cy8o]

Ikr

[@beeshabo]

One of my favorite movies of all time....Leo is a fucking STUD!!

[@raceystacey7945]

Great acting from Darlene Cates considering she had no acting experience at all.

[@marichristian1072]

Incredible film! I've loved it for years.

[@amyelliotdunne6694]

leo was so cute

[@TheSeveredTongues]

Incredible to see how he played a character like this and then one like Calvin Candie. Brilliant actor.

[@viktoriaf.1191]

I can’t watch this without crying. This movie is beautiful

[@SaturnProds]

it's a good movie. i just finished watching it.

[@SLACKLINEDUDE]

the best line "match in da gastank boom boom"

[@KMason-zn3sc]

This is one of my ALL-TIME FAVORITE movies.

[@TraumaQueenAirOne]

I LOVED this movie!! Not just one actor/actress but everyone played a part in how it turned out... Every character played an important part and it wouldn't have been as good as it turned out had just one character been missing... It took the whole cast and crew to make the movie the success that it was... And even though I'm a lot older than Johnny Depp...I would love to share some ice cream with him....

[@sixgradeayyy5917]

hE’s BeHiNd tHe cHiPs love that part 😂😂😂😂

[@nuisanceyour4580]

Leonardo you did pull it off, you pulled it off brilliantly, don't think anyone can raise the bar any higher, you deserved an Oscar for this role !

[@tildezinde2191]

OMFG leooo He's so.. amazing

[@DTJ2024]

Darlene Cates was amazing! Not an actress, and surrounded by famous actors.... She really held her own in this unique and timeless movie. PS Match in the gas tank, BOOM BOOM!

[@jillk1160]

He didn't deserve the Oscar for the revedant he should have gotten it for Arnie Grape

[@bigjoe4770]

He deserves it for every movie

[@HeidiVenter]

I loved the movie.Johnny and Leonardo was excellent. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rosebailey7671]

I LOVVEEEEE this movie!!!

[@MICHAEL_1989]

Love love love Darling Darlene Gates!! Absolute-lite love-unconditionally. Unfrogettable!!🤗😘🤩♡shimmer when you glow Shining Angel in Heaven!! Well done!! God Bless you, & yours Beyond Infinity, back over NONSTOP!!🤩Diva Drowsy Doll 1964. ALASKA!!!!!!!!☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

[@anastasiamihaelova]

Amazing movie 💖💖💖💖💖

[@YpapayY]

This is a awesome great movie that's tons of ppl have never heard of

[@princysmrutithaker]

Leo waz juzt 19 😄

[@darlenecates9245]

Actually, just like his character Arnie, Leo turned 18 while we were filming.

[@Curyrus]

Darlene Cates? Lol

[@darlenecates9245]

Curyrus Yes, it's me, the real deal. Lol

[@Curyrus]

Darlene Cates if that's true then that's awesome. Gilbert Grape is one of my favorite movies ever :)

[@darlenecates9245]

Curyrus I'm so happy you like the movie. I am very proud of it. It was life changing! Check out my new fan page on fb. God bless!

[@MattEdgin]

By far one of the best movies of all time!

[@debrawilson4837]

Made me cry every time. Bonnie Grape' s death reminded me of my own mother's death. Circumstances were similar.

[@vanessabulintao6476]

So you're saying that johnny Depp and Willy Wonka is the same?😶

[@diiivvv1252]

this movie is just amazing!