Greta Gerwig & Mahershala Ali | Actors on Actors - Full Conversation

Greta Gerwig ('20th Century Women') and Mahershala Ali ('Moonlight') chatted during a taping of Variety‘s “Actors on Actors” on a range of topics, including their love for New York City.
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[@jcconant6826]

I think a 'Directors on Directors' would be very cool.

[@DendyJungle]

Jessica Conant look up "direcror roundtable".... its done by the hollywood reporter

[@jcconant6826]

+Truman Thank you, yeah I've seen them. I think a one-on-one conversation would be interesting though!

[@jlmurph2]

Robert Rodriguez does something like that. Look it up.

[@tarinivyas8777]

yes!! I've wanted this for so long, glad someone else feels the same way too! You could check out the a24 podcast or the directors guild of america podcast, that's a one on one conversation.

[@themadtitan7603]

Yep

[@adrianchung7826]

This is one of numerous interviews where Greta seems more interested in engaging with the other person than plugging her own project. She seems really generous that way.

[@MasterAppels]

You can see her as selfish too; she wants to talk about what she wants and doesn't care about his desires. I'm not saying she was selfish, just that you can look at it from the perspective too. She was so great in this video.

[@sylvlane]

Kind of... except she dominates the entire 31 minutes and doesn’t really let him speak. So is it selfless if you’re talking about someone else but won’t let them speak for themselves?

[@littlebird8346]

She's phony, always trying to give the impression that she's interested in other people but she talks and talks

[@michaelmachupa3854]

Greta gerwig seems so sweet and passionate and curious.

[@jonathanblaze1648]

She was really good in Jackie.

[@ClaireYunFarronXIII]

@@laksoysoy 🙄

[@OfficialElleP]

she's really about to cry, wow. go see moonlight people.

[@samuelalemayhu8116]

this conversation was so great, the chemistry/passion shared between the two is very apparent. one of the better actor on actors

[@mimia7796]

Agreed! I love when the two seem to be having a genuine conversation and appreciate each other as artists/actors :)

[@aderuku_]

Yeah, there was a genuine connection between both actors.

[@maesterkatten]

agreed! i really really enjoyed listening to these two. would really like to see them in a film together sometime.

[@telliwood]

I totally picked up on that. They both seemed truly in sync.

[@OldWolf150]

I love greta, she's amazing!

[@trinasaliu5440]

I love how she sounded and looked so passionate about the Moonlight movie.

[@superflyTv94]

This is the year of Mahershela Ali. He's so brilliant. especially in Moonlight. Let's go Oscars!

[@pedroaugustopinheiro]

God Bless.

[@my88110]

Jamel Smith i have a feeling Moonlight will do well because of the recent Oscars so white controversy. But not to take away from the film because it deserves all the awards it can get.

[@naimbeavers1396]

Jamel Smith Cottonmouth alone should win him a Emmy

[@joshilayz]

and Moonlight wins it. and surely it was coz of the All white controversy. If La la Land won it it wud have been crazy. I love Damians work but it isnt that great to sweep the awards off. Moonlight is.

[@abdulhouser]

Jamel Smith I was really surprised that Moonlight won!

[@Igbogadi]

She is the kind of woman that a man will easily fall in love with. Actually, that anyone can easily fall in love with. Because she makes you feel more interesting even when the question is about her.

[@littlebird8346]

She's a manic pixie dream girl that's why

[@kahsa1076]

half her beauty is some inexpressible internal explosive life

[@laksoysoy]

stfu with that deep sht

[@Vat6ré]

koy stfu with that shallow shit

[@3TNT3]

Yep, and so much so that one doesn't even have to necessarily meet her and have a conversation with her where she does that, in order to more or less fall in love with her. Which really sucks for those of us who have been so enchanted by her. Or at least it sucks for me. I absolutely detest unrequited love.

[@anthonychrisbradley]

His voice is so relaxing

[@desirereleased3423]

ACB Films he needs to do quiet storm radio

[@lauralunaazul]

Yes! So calm

[@HeavyMetalHeadMaster]

I would watch 17 hours of this.

[@juliem1930]

He was trying so hard to transition from talking about himself to talking about her, this was such an insightful interview. So dope.

[@stephantruck3031]

This actually made me a little emotional. The honesty and genuine passion and love both have for their art and share with each other by talking about it is how I feel about music. I could totally relate to that. I'm not farmiliar with both actors but have to check out their work now.

[@raphaelpatino4217]

Definitely check out their other projects

[@crimson.ghost22222]

The Place Beyond the Pines is certainly 1 of Ali's best works besides Moonlight which was absolutely beautiful and poetic for such a film about being black in the ghetto always worrying about your masculinity

[@J.Moyine]

One of the things that makes Greta so good at her profession is her sensitivity. To be a true artist requires such a high level of sensitivity, grace and finesse and those are very difficult qualities to maintain in such a harsh and masculine dominated industry. Props to her ❤️

[@waldezurbe]

The first time I saw the way she looked at him, I thought she had a crush on him. But then, as the video went on, I understood she's in love with a movie.

[@enjalu]

and him.

[@Crazy_Diamond_75]

But let's be honest, who _wouldn't_ be in love with Mahershala Ali.

[@kahsa1076]

this is a good observation---if you watch Greta in something like Mistress America, or in any of the more intimate interviews, she gives off that vibe with everyone---it's like she's in love with life and with everyone in it

[@Strategistdating]

These 2 Actor's have alot on common and they are both great Actors this was nice to watch!

[@JoshJimenez_]

Greta Gerwig is so fine

[@littlebird8346]

Really? I feel like she looks kinda mannish

[@ndo533]

ella bee hater. lol

[@kahsa1076]

so much agreed--she has a strange quality that really hit me after watching Mistress America and Francis Ha--tbh a big part of her beauty is her brilliance and talent that shines through her films

[@kahsa1076]

it grows on you, watch 'Mistress America"

[@mkolaj]

So impressed with both of their intellect, passion, and the genuine interest these two show eachother. Great conversation.

[@kahsa1076]

yeah, Greta is crazy brilliant, intimidatingly smart--she has a stuttering conversational style and can seem flighty, but after reading up about her, I was shook.

[@Eneres33]

Ali is such an underrated actor house of cards then luke cage and now this movie were it showcased his depth and capabilities.

[@littlelordfuckleroy3822]

Miss Melle He's a chameleon. So fantastic.

[@liluhaas]

Omima Fraik he's such a good actor that I didn't even realize he was in those pieces of work. He's incredibleeee

[@ThatOtherGuy1100]

These two are perfect humans

[@zanaleezee]

He does have great presence. I'm glad he doesn't know fully know what it means so that he never loses it. I can't wait until he starts to land more leading roles because he is a a leading man. ^__^

[@akosimax00]

This by far is the most stimulating conversation of the batch. Ali is extremely eloquent, and Greta is just genuine. They obviously did research on each other's work. Great content, great give and take, I only wish this went longer.

[@treefrogjohnson7514]

It's unfortunate that we will probably never get to see these two interact like this again because i was so entranced by their chemistry and conversation.

[@witchylola3006]

She’s such an active and deep listener , just by looking at her we can feel her empathy and sensitivity. That’s partly why I love her movies so much .

[@codymaltby5105]

The first actors on actors where I really felt the passion and Greta gerwigs need to just listen to him is so genuine and lovely to see someone of such success still really loving her craft and the work of others! They both have a new mega fan in me

[@natbatrat-d7e]

i love how this interview is from 2016 but you can see the lady bird essence in there. like, how she speakes of sacramento and new york and california... I'm so glad all of those thoughts became such a brilliant film. like when she says "in new york you say you're from the bay area because it sounds cooler", i instantly thought of that dialog at the end of lady bird: "where are you from?" "Sacramento" "sorry, what?" "San Francisco" "oh, cool!"

[@allenyounge5247]

they are adorable and they are flirting with each other

[@Julia-gj5yt]

Oh, watching and listening to this is so fulfilling. There's nothing better than being involved in a conversation where everyone is so passionate about the subjects.

[@drislady]

OMG, this is a PHENOMENAL interview. Ali is so captivating!!

[@allenyounge5247]

i have seen just one movie of Gret's and she was phenomenal glad she is getting her shine and Ali did soo much work this year good for him

[@amp4298]

I absolutely love how Greta is genuinely interested in the other person & their work rather than her own film. She is a gem 💕

[@kelseyrobinson1917]

Greta is GUSHING over Mahershala and Moonlight!! It'd be a bit annoying if it wasn't so genuine ❤ This overall interview is really warm and kind.

[@robert10197]

She's so passionate, I just know she's someone that truly understands the idea that you have something to learn from everyone.

[@ernestokoh5253]

Greta is so pure and revealing! A sweet and real person, I think it a really beautiful thing to listen to her, the Love and appreciation for 'Moonlight', to the way she thinks of herself as an actor. Mr Ali, the Movie 'Moonlight' is in so, so many layers and can be seen to mean so many things and it feels like it couldn't have been cast better! Wonderful!

[@shaunteglover2088]

Such a sweet exchange.

[@vincentknight27]

Ali was always my favorite actor on HOUSE OF CARDS and now I'm so glad to see him knocking it out of the park with MOONLIGHT

[@franslam7398]

A very enamouring conversation.

[@mratliff13]

These two are just delightful. Great convo.

[@buhkangliwayway]

I love Ali!! He's so articulate, such an underrated artist

[@clementyeung4781]

This guy. He's one of the more fascinating, genuine actors to listen to. This girl. She's so emotional! Lol.

[@JetSetDex]

I adore how engaged these two are in their conversation

[@diegocarvalhosa8601]

that was so full of generosity and both actors are just so sensitive... it was beautiful. thanks!

[@ellelucius]

I like his socks. 👏

[@VideoGameSophistry]

This is brilliant.

[@jcstuart6978]

I love the genuine sincerity these 2 actors share.

[@emily8589]

Coming from Sacramento and going to school in the Bay Area, it's great to hear these two talk about their hometowns. Feeling some Norcal pride right now :)

[@exfromtheleft]

is it me or those two actors have chemistry, someone should cast them in a movie!

[@fatimahasan4269]

Oh yes he has presence. Greta is so sweet and sensitive about what she's doing. They really complimented each other. Good show😊

[@moonchart]

My favourite Actors on Actors so far. An authentic interest from both sides. A REAL dialogue.

[@MelissaClaros86]

You can definitely feel the love and passion that Greta has for film. She is a brilliant writer and actor. Can’t wait to see more of her future work

[@farteryx]

oh man this was great, wish it went on longer

[@lightuponlight6727]

Yes Yes Yes... Moonlight....pure genius. Great conversation....

[@RescueMe97]

Greta really loves the craft and its endearing how genuinely passionate and interested she is

[@thomazz18]

I love this só much. They´re not blowing smoke up each other´s ass, she is truly fascinated by his process. Their chemistry is ridiculous

[@ignacioarratiaostria2884]

They really had a rhythm and listened to each other. Right from the start this was one of my favourites.

[@sandiesideup]

This was a great convo

[@jerombird1614]

It is such a beautiful exchange. So genuine, tender and full of respect and empathy. Thank you Ali and Greta for this magical moment. This kind of conversation if it became a model of sharing can change the world. Let's do it.

[@SedricSleepzzz]

Wow, she is really obsessed with Ali and the character!!! LOL

[@christianharbin21]

Geez you just don't realized the multifaceted responsibility of an effective director. I love how she said the director made a safe space for them. That totally blew my mind! How deep a consciousness must you have in order to be as transcendent? It just really is beyond me at the moment. Wow!!!

[@sandykins]

wow watching greta in this interview and listening to her experiences gives you an understanding of why lady bird was such a success. not only in the way the film was directed but the way the characters performed. i think the process she had with acting transformed her to the director she is today. that safety bubble she mentioned, i kinda saw that with the performances of the actors in her film.

[@samwalters9712]

She's incredibly generous in conversation. I really appreciated it.

[@wickiss]

He is so eloquent and thoughtful... One of my favourite actors

[@saiashwin26]

Both of them are so adorable that i can watch them and listen to them all day

[@tamarat9735]

This is one of my favorites in the series!

[@Nikhiyang]

6:29 Luke Cage feels. absolutely love his laugh

[@appleeyebeauty]

this is my favourite actors on actors so far Iwatched every second

[@ziademad4707]

Two of my favourite artists here , it is really a blast

[@sunflower-oo1ff]

Ali has this charisma...all i wanted was to listen to him only and forever ;)

[@tjohannam]

One of the greatest Actors on Actors interviews to date!

[@DendyJungle]

these guys are ones to watch

[@amy-hv8ii]

love them both. so genuine.

[@compartirvid]

Oh wow I could listen to listen to them talk all day

[@JacobWoodring]

And these two people are the reason I am proud to be a Northern Californian.

[@mellory2337]

Ali should do a podcast or an audiobook.

[@shinebabyshine.]

I came here for Ali, but ended up falling in love with Greta. These two are amazing together. The Aquarius-Leo dynamic is real with these two.

[@pedroaugustopinheiro]

I want this guy to do a clean sweep and win all the awards this season. He is such a superb actor. The level of perfection he achieves as Remy Danton is phenomenal. I have no doubts he is extraordinary in Moonlight.

[@littlelordfuckleroy3822]

Pedro Pinheiro Calling it right now, he will will the Oscar for best supporting actor. It has to be him.

[@abdulhouser]

Andy Johnson He won!!

[@TwiztedGenius]

When Purpose and Oppurtunity, Makes Greatness. Mahershala Ali, Actor

[@tekilaaars]

i'm so in love with this conversation

[@tangerine8345]

what a great conversation! Love both movies

[@camprice14]

Greta has the most amazing and genuine reactions and acting listening. So much of what he says immediately affects her and it’s amazing for her to process and take in something you can tell she needed to hear.

[@Crunkboy415]

Damn he was so good in Luke Cage.

[@luf4rall]

Show became retarded after he left.

[@MGSBigBoss77]

Plenty of shows have one season only villains o.k. its like you coming out saying Buffy The Vampire as a series became retarded after 'The Master' portrayed by Mark Metcalf left the show after the 1st season?! I think not. Luke Cage was great and it'll only improve as it moves on. great as this actor is, no show is judged on merely on a one note villain o.k.

[@elzrobinson3307]

True. It fell off after..

[@Crunkboy415]

Diamondback was a bit over the top.

[@DirByHasan]

Crunkboy415 he is based on a comic book..a blaxpoitation comic at that lol

[@rubinbarber2319]

this brother right here is an amazing actor

[@misssmargo]

he is so incredible!

[@KylieJonkman]

I love Ali! He’s bloody an amazing actor!

[@directingtheactorodu]

she is so eager to learn and hear the next word about to come out of someones mouth. shes so interested in others and curious i love it. very inspiring

[@frontlinebreakthrough5723]

it's so interesting listening to hear talk about sacremento and her home town and new york after watching lady bird

[@sumonbomya155]

their voices are the best thing ive ever heard in my entire life

[@simnko]

This is the most incredible conversation. the passion shared, the energy and connectivity in the understanding of the craft. Love it!

[@geraldskywlkr2556]

Off the success of Ladybird and after this episode, I’m just asking when are they going to work together?

[@pinkcloudsnightlightbell]

"They're not telling you how to think about them. [That's how people project their feelings on top of them.]" Dang. I wanna cry. Legitimately needed to hear it

[@missjelisa]

This was SO good.

[@shru1014]

Greta Gerwig's curiosity to learn and passion for the art is so evident, no wonder her first movie gets a 100% on rotten tomatoes, can't wait to watch Lady Bird. Ali's voice is so soothing and brings a kind of security.

[@kokofreshful]

Dude is a damn vampire lol such a great chameleon/actor

[@ImAProudSteelersFan]

Just saw him on Kicks, and even though it's the same enviornment, it's still scary how great of an actor he is by portraying the same lifestyle in the same enviornment but still giving two completely different performances in Kicks and in Moonlight. We loved Juan, but hated Uncle Marlon.

[@m.i4728]

I love everything about this.

[@Crazy_Diamond_75]

Mahershala has one of those voices... seriously let me listen to it on an audiobook or something.

[@TheKondinho]

need a bae like greta

[@kahsa1076]

truth

[@Packetrackit]

No doubt

[@karlitop7497]

Such a great interview

[@brendasandoval8589]

I absolutely LOVE Greta she's so gracious.

[@ArtbyAtlas]

She's totally infatuated with Ali! At first it could be the movie, but it just goes deeper and deeper :P

[@tyronemerritt8743]

Art by Atlas that's what she says

[@inejapanime4789]

I disagree in most interviews with another person she's just really interested in them and talking about them.

[@polisigh216]

Iønejapanime it could be both because he is awesome and she is a great listener. She is also a writer director.

[@annietee1115]

Oh wow this is such a great interview. Both of them are such great people