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Matt Damon stopped by What A Joke with Papa and Fortune to discuss working with Ben Affleck again and what it was like working with Jack Nicholson and Martin Scorsese.
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[@captainclutch8463]

@7:45 is when he starts describing Jack Nicholson

[@johnster10j]

rocky Wright underrated comment 🙌🏼

[@55starstruck]

Thanks my dude

[@Abhi9059]

Legend

[@josephguinto3637]

Thank god

[@yashwanthreddy1746]

Thanks

[@istdochallesegal3427]

"Now you could end the scene there... but if you keep the camera rolling..." One genius describing another genius at work, but using a most horrifically dark example - all new respect for Matt Damon

[@Nautilus1972]

Not Nicholson?

[@istdochallesegal3427]

@@Nautilus1972 Didn't need more respect for Nicholson as he already walks on water... but I gained so much of an appreciation of Matt Damon by listening to him talking about the art and the craft

[@riverpartyreboot]

That Jack Nicholson bit is one of my favorite stories. I just looked it up out of the blue only to listen to it again

[@Babayaga36999]

i did the same just rn in 2022

[@jadas08]

As did I just now

[@Y3MINEM]

Same

[@ihateusernamesgrrr]

That Jack Nicholson impression is actually incredible. I've been a fan of Matt Damon for years from his movies but it's only really been since the bit with Kimmel that I started to realise how much of a cool dude he really is outside the movies

[@ipuya]

Why doesn’t anyone ever ask Mat Damon about his experience of shooting a film with Robin Williams! I’m willing to watch a whole Netflix special where he talks about that!

[@47Goonz1]

Maybe because they don't want to ask him about his dead friend

[@yatharth17may1]

Hot ones interview

[@chapman1270]

Listen to any interview with him and they talk about Goodwill Hunting lol

[@markozg1645]

He talked about it many times

[@MrMiratana]

Seen it elsewhere. He absolutely respected the shit outta Robin

[@Tiberius_Productions]

My favorite part of the Jack Nicholson story is how he was so invested in making that one scene great, he says, “I come from the Roger Corman school, so I’m not gonna add any time to your budget.” Such a sign of humility from Jack. Most want to get paid for what they contribute, but Jack already figured that into his own price tag, hence why he does these contributions for seemingly free. Smart and in a way, giving and honest with who he is working with. You pay him a lot, and he will deliver a lot more than you even asked for.

[@bloodbond3]

It really shows the dedication on Jack's part to make the film the best it can be.

[@metalmanny666]

Who’s Roger Corman?

[@tomfurie2996]

Actively mindful of the budget, Jack expands and improves the movie. Producers must love him for that.

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

Tom Furie - true fact; the budget increases if, you keep the cameras rolling$$$$$. Just a bit. But loved this interview with Matt.

[@BlackHayTV]

@@MrWATCHthisWAY But not by much for a few minutes of film, and even less if you shoot digital. Furthermore, if you are on the same set, shooting the same scene, then you have already sunk costs as far as set, crew, equipment, etc. Nicholson's suggestions added no cost on top of the budget already being spent. Which is why the original comment is valid.

[@MrWATCHthisWAY]

@@BlackHayTV - if you’re considering fix costs those don’t change but when you consider hourly costs those will increase, but as I mentioned “just a bit”. Compared to percentages of the shot cost they a minimal costs to incur compared to the budget scale.

[@BlackHayTV]

@@MrWATCHthisWAY Hourly costs... for a scene that lasts under a minute even after the additions he suggested?

[@ArnoldQMudskipper]

@@BlackHayTV 'just a bit'

[@MeEntertainmentJo_876]

These are the stories about acting and movies I love to hear. I love hearing about how they work as professionals, not just celebrities, and how they craft these stories. And how the business works: one of the things Jack said was he want going to add to the budget or do anything that would require some kind of new set or more stage hands or extras, he slightly modified a scene in a way that didn’t add to the budget by changing the character from a man to a woman and then he just barely increases the price by having Scorsese leave the camera rolling and the microphones on. That’s not just acting, that’s craftsmanship.

[@jotaferreira4848]

I just love that J. Nicholson story! Heard it a thousand times already

[@samanthab1923]

Right? Heard him tell it on Inside the Actors Studio before the movie even came out.

[@ChrisMovieMisfit]

He COULD have ended the story there. But if you keep the camera rolling...

[@floresincometax9112]

I sent this to my son and said "and this is why was the best joker. He knew how to act dark and funny. Hard thing to do, but i would have to say, heath ledger was able to pull it off as well, just a different kind of crazy. Joaquin is and always be a great actor. But jack is still my favorite.

[@gnarf250]

For the part you all are here for, it starts at 7:39. Ignore all the rest.

[@Afterword.]

Thank you!

[@dmaestro1514]

The comment I have been looking for

[@CorporalDeepDick]

This is THE best Jack Nicholson story EVER.

[@DanYeLL2003]

Wow that was an awesome story about Jack.

[@scorpio6587]

What a great conversation.

[@Friendship1nmillion]

Wish I had been there with Matt Damon and Jack Nicholson when they were discussing the script. SEVERAL times I would have PLEADED for him to STOP with the script ideas. How long can you have a Movie scene, Not to mention the longer the suggestion became the MORE {unbearably} twisted Jack's character became. 😱🙉👨‍🎓🗣🦸‍♂️🧟‍♀️

[@finn4435]

As he was telling the story i was remembering that the darkest line wasnt in the actual cut lol. It would've fit well, though. Jack Nicholson is a maniac in that film

[@arturkowalski5809]

I thought Ray's comment at the end of the scene scene was a little off and now I understand why! Nolan cut out the necrophilia joke, but he kept the response. I can see why he did it - it's a stomach wrenching joke - but honestly, the scene would have been better if he kept it.

[@justspeakingmymind7224]

@@arturkowalski5809 nolan? Its a Scorsese movie.

[@bobvan2576]

It's wild that this video only has 15,000 views.

[@siluor]

52.000

[@definitelynosebreather]

135k. Just because of that awesome shorts about Jack story 😂

[@Kpictures_NYC]

I think this is so important for writers, actors and filmmakers to watch because it makes you look at what you’re doing in a scene and figure out a way to make it better, what we should all think about. And to have those options is fantastic, even if you decide not to use them all, having these wonderful choices in post is one of the greatest gifts an actor can give you. What makes this so amazing is Jack gave incredible options that all of them could have been used but Martin was able to cherry pick the absolute best parts which he did. I agree with what he left out. The part he left out is as important as the ones he kept because you can’t have this brilliant points in the scene without the whole. Getting there means some portions may not make it. His choice to edit it, makes what Jack gave even better and I’m sure Jack would agree. The process is fascinating because there is a lot of intent and purpose that make up a great scene and the choices both the actor and director have to make. If Martin kept it all, the scene would be very different, more vulgar so Martin chose to dial it down a bit but you wouldn’t have that brilliant line at the end which still works even though the actor was replying to the line that didn’t make it. Knowing how to change it up is only given because Jack gave Martin choices and that’s because Martin allowed his actor the freedom to experiment and give suggestions.

[@tactrix1h]

Whenever there's a Jack Nicholson story, I have to hear it, because it's always amazing.

[@spleerfloof]

Tom Papa...it finally occurs to me who he looks like: Jack Benny!!

[@peachykwin]

matt damon loves a good impression...hes such a good story teller

[@DanielCarin]

Matt Damon is smart and cool

[@anthonyjones9256]

Ive bee a film fan for most of my life and i have to admit that im just beginning to understand the impact that Damon and Affleck have had on the industry.

[@peacelife]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 love convo and sharing like this

[@afrosymphony8207]

jaime foxx is the only comedian i know that can repeat a joke everytime and i'd still find it funny.

[@shaynwalker4787]

Incredible.

[@godbluffvdgg]

The great ones just keep going...I'm old enough to have watched One Flew Over... at the Drive in...I've watched Matt's whole career...That group Smith, Affleck, Damon, Wahlburg et al. are good kids...Now maturing young men...I hope they have great long careers...I hate his politics but his characters are great, often..:)...I like Affleck WAYYY better though...Since Boiler Room was on VHS...

[@Rake187]

Wheres the rest of it?

[@drcubix]

Man this is the most helpful video Netflix put out

[@Humblemumble7]

Damn! I could listen to examples of an actor who's amplified their scenes by being a great writer all day! Someone with more time and talent should start a channel compiling great "actor written" scenes

[@thomashughes5273]

Paused the departed to watch the “but if you leave the camera rolling” story

[@AITreeBranches]

Can we see the full thing?

[@chuckfan1]

...Suburbicon, also filmed in Fullerton Cal, on our street.... fun to see

[@106andie]

I’ve been seeing Matt Damon impersonating other celebs meanwhile no one else besides me Impersonates him

[@gierekrae]

Someone give Matt a glass of water

[@Elizabeth-vk4yq]

My gosh he’s hot

[@Mintoaster]

Wait until you see the ponytail 🥵

[@DomCOuano]

Dang I guess I just gotta keep writing

[@finisher489]

That story about Jack Nicholson is hilarious

[@R__K]

2:30 Damn, that was sadly prophetic... 4 months after this interview, everything shut down and everyone stayed home.

[@ext1013]

OMG, i was fortune the first time in Furbar. I said, she's a good actress. she's so natural acting.

[@tylerpan5447]

Fu(r)bar - Fucked Up (Really?) Beyond All Recognition

[@philesq9595]

I like Matt Damon.

[@EmilBlueMan]

What an awesome and funny story about Jack Nicholson!

[@redram5150]

First time I heard Tom’s bit about locking eyes with someone who’s singing... “You feel molested!” I laughed so hard at that. Now though, after I heard it? It’s good but it’s not like the first time.

[@MrRaitzi]

That lady is Jamie's sister right :D ?

[@MrDigit885]

Where the comments at yo?

[@74thavehustler]

Great interview / feature with Damon. He’s an awesome guy. He was in my sister’s wedding day album - no joke! Anyways what’s the title and artist of the music track at the end of the video?

[@YourGuyDan]

WAIT HE’S DOING A MOVIE RIGHT NOW???

[@YourGuyDan]

AND IN PRE PRODUCTION??? CANT WAIT FOR ALL OF IT

[@dodo04ro]

9:00 is what are you looking for

[@Babayaga36999]

i am listening to this story like 5th time in 2022

[@gratefuldoge8598]

He means STOLE JOKES

[@mmariffraff1689]

If you turn your head away from the screen or dick about while listening to this- Matt and Tom sound almost identical..

[@flyejeezy6350]

7:39 what you’re looking for

[@philipd4829]

What's your processss..

[@davidrobinson17]

Im the 1st Viewer OOOOH YEAH, PLUS i love me some Matt Damon, i wish he was my friend, I would Do scenes of the Departed all day

[@RealIllumin]

knowyourmeme.com/photos/346433-first

[@davidrobinson17]

@@RealIllumin funny thing is i have never ever seen this on anyone else first comments ! And the first time i am First i get my privilege meme checked...at least it was funny

[@RealIllumin]

@@davidrobinson17 Keep getting first comment on videos... I'll find you.

[@davidrobinson17]

Oh god no lol

[@etme1000]

You got him because he got bumped off Kimmel?

[@mimigiggles4199]

Well I think they hate each other even after counseling.

[@Castle947]

I was waiting for the aristocrats

[@samanthab1923]

How do they know each other?

[@grumpy8133]

Where can I watch the video of this entire interview?

[@woopimright]

But if you keep the camera rolling… 😈

[@jamsheeddevotee7588]

Ah yes, America's favorite damsel in distress

[@richsackett3423]

Best Matt Damon interview ever and I'm not really a fan.

[@dirrrrr82]

How dafuq does this have so few views

[@nuances6828]

Bro I like you but go to Netflix cus cinema at least in the movie theaters is becoming garbage hence what was the last movie that you made that was box office

[@mr.g5963]

You can end the interview there, but if you keep the camera rolling...

[@samholder196]

you actually can go back to that era, and honestly, having a space for a comic like Dice again (where the audience is in a fervor, screaming punchlines etc) would be welcome, in my opinion. Also Seinfeld does it all the time. The key is that the material needs to be 1) at least somewhat evergreen (rare in comedy these days, minus Gaffigan and some others) and 2) absolutely LETHAL (like "the streets have no name," to continue the U2 reference).

[@Research0digo]

Why are you promoting a man who was tight with one Harvey Weinstein? "You are known by the company you keep." is now applicable to you, as well as Matt.

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

Get a job sweetie, you’ll feel better

[@HottInTheCity]

this chick needs to chill. know your role and shut it

[@shaystern2453]

they fake laugh