Charles Edwards talks Celebrimbor in The Rings of Power

[@ozzyaya5065]

Charles easily has had one of the best performances of the show. Great interview!

[@markadams7046]

I'm no acting or theatrical expert, but yes, I found his performance to be very convincing with the uncertainty of his character's own sanity as Sauron is manipulating him.

[@misterhoobomaster]

I would argue it's THE best (followed by Charlie Vickers)

[@Justevo]

Casted completely wrong. Doesn't fit the character at all.

[@TheManor108]

@@Justevo come on man, be respectable and hold the L, Edwards absolutely nailed it.

[@ashfordafful9300]

Story is soooo bad

[@saratanartist]

Celebrimbor's last scene was very moving and Charles Edwards played it so well. Thanks for the interview!

[@NerdoftheRings]

He truly did. It is my favorite scene of the entire show so far.

[@ashfordafful9300]

There are not msny good scenes so......

[@limwe]

Him saying "I hope it was okay" when I'm like no Charles it deserves AWARDS.

[@plb3733]

@@ashfordafful9300so don’t watch

[@johnladd8958]

Best scene so far

[@themightymim6680]

The scene where he drops the refill and realizes it’s the blood of Sauron was so expertly done. The frantic and lost look in his eyes, the terror, the revelation and dread of truth. The confusion. It was done so darn well. My goodness. Great job sir! Great job!

[@himmelektronik]

Mr. Edwards, If you decide to just glance over the comments in this video and happen to come across mine - I just want you to know that I count your portrayal of Celebrimbor amongst my top five things of the entire year. Now and in time, this performance will go down as one of the absolute greats in fantasy film and TV. Tolkien fans around the globe salute you; you truly knocked it out of the proverbial park.

[@hundredfireify]

For sure, one of the best performances in any epic fantasy. I really hope we get to see more of him, in any franchise

[@ashfordafful9300]

Wow

[@ashfordafful9300]

Oh wow

[@himmelektronik]

@@ashfordafful9300 right. Go on, tell me how his portrayal was the worse thing to ever be produced and how Tolkien spins in his grave so fast that it could power a small village.

[@chestnutshade_lynx]

I strongly disagree.

[@boggo3848]

Thank you for giving us this proper coverage and fandom support for the show, there is just so much low effort hateful content out there for this series, and none of those creators would ever do anything this in depth, talking to actors and stuff. Great job!

[@NevoAlmighty]

This guy.. such a nice person. I'm gonna miss him in the show, he was a fantastic Celebrimbor. Thank you for the interview NOTR!

[@JackSmith-ns1uq]

Man I wish you could had more time with him, I love hearing about the process, I could listen to these for 30-60 minutes.

[@davemurdock55]

Same. I could literally listen to these forever

[@HellfireCignus]

This interview could have easily been ten times as long and I would have still watched it. I hope that some day they have you do a round table with all the main players.

[@Concetta20]

I’m going to miss Charles Edwards. He knocked it out of the park as Celebrimbor. I knew he’d be good after seeing him do Shakespeare, but, wow. His indescribable expression of almost childlike horror when he has Sauron’s blood on his fingers, like he’s so bewildered and horrified, his face is almost frozen.

[@rhia474]

I would love him forever just for reading Unfinished Tales, but Mr. Edwards' Celebrimbor is positively Shakespearean in depth and breadth throughout. Bravo.

[@Stopmotionguy2049-cf2bp]

Wow. Celebrimbor has to be the stand out character of season 2. Charles and Charlie Vickers had such great performances and chemistry onscreen. The scenes they had together were incredible, such a good slow burn.

[@edkwon]

S2 was indeed 'The Charles and Charlie Show' AF as I'm concerned 👏🏼

[@breakhammer87]

because of his stupidity? A smith that doesnt know alloy? A smith that cant forge a simple ring ?

[@hollym7878]

Charles Edwards brought Celebrimbor, a character that felt like just a name in a historical text, to life and made me deeply care in a way that I was truly not expecting. This was a standout, award-worthy performance, and the act of defiance at the end was absolutely beautiful.

[@crashingatom6755]

My heart is like...ready to burst seeing all these actors give time to the channel. It's such a lovely thing, and it's got to feel amazing to have achieved a status that allows the interaction. So nice.

[@wrongsquirrel9520]

Amidst some of the disagreements this show has caused in the fandom, I have never heard anybody say that this portrayal of Celebrimbor was anything less than incredible. Really speaks to the performance. Awesome interview.

[@thedoor43]

He's a great actor, but a bad Celebrimbor. I've been saying it since the cast announcements before season 1.

[@wrongsquirrel9520]

@@thedoor43don’t go where I can’t follow

[@Halfshanks]

Yea he's a good actor plagued by terrible direction and writing.

[@mokarokas-1727]

@@Halfshanks Which part of the direction is bad?

[@himmelektronik]

@@mokarokas-1727 we'll never know.

[@mygetawayart]

I was looking forward each week to new scenes with him and Charlie. They elevated this season, and to me, shows that the writers and showrunners do understand and love the source material. Even with all the lore changes, this was still a masterful execution and i commend the whole crew for that, from the actors, the writers, the directors and everyone else who's worked on this season. It has finally found its footing to me.

[@giano3715]

one of my MVPs this season. beautiful acting from Charles. I also wasn't initially a fan of the "look", ( I blame old illustrations for carving in me how faenors kin looked like) but man I take it back. believable, powerful, and an incredible performance. well done!

[@jgontko23]

Charles did an amazing job as Celebrimbor. Wish his story with Sauron was the main focus of the first 2 or 3 seasons

[@Mr-Rinn]

I don't. But I say this because watching Sauron break down such a wonderful man over one season was hard enough. Two or three might've broken me.

[@Seansyoutubehandle]

NOTR you’re spoiling us with these amazing interviews!! Charles was amazing this season and brought so much depth to the character!

[@spitfire4sergi]

Thank you for keeping your episode reviews honest while actually interviewing these incredible actors face-to-face! It’s a great reminder that no matter the gripes we may have with the writing or how some lore is handled, the actors do the absolute best with the scrips they’re given

[@noahchain817]

Another great interview! I have no words for how well Charles portrayed the greatest of elven smiths. Truly phenomenal! He and Charlie Vickers are absolutely the highlight of the show so far.

[@mrsamtheman80]

Excellent interview! Except I thought Celebrimbor was going to the one place Sauron could not?! 🤔

[@19MelBoo]

​@mrsamtheman80 I see what you did there lol! Damn, that dialogue, Charles's delivery, and Charlie's reactions in that scene.... 🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️!! What a fantastic scene and such a beautiful and gut-wrenching way to close out the Annatar/Celebrimbor arc.

[@Carlo_ReNews]

When I first saw him in Season 1 I thought: "That is supposed to be Celebrimbor?“ But after Season 2 I really think Sauron and him are by far the best the show had offer and the vulnerability and humanity he brought to the character was quite intriguing

[@doravee]

That’s exactly what I’ve been thinking! ❤

[@chestnutshade_lynx]

I was still suffering entire season 2 due to the Celebrimbor miscast :/

[@Carlo_ReNews]

@@chestnutshade_lynx after season 2 I don’t think it was a miscast

[@wildwilco]

@@Carlo_ReNews not acting wise, but looks-wise they really dropped the ball. the actor did great, but they way they portrayed elves is just despicable.

[@Carlo_ReNews]

@@wildwilco i wouldn’t say despicable but you are right he doesn’t really look like an Elf. Others do tho Arondir for example.

[@alberthudson484]

Possibly the best part of the series. One of the best actors in the show at least.

[@DevConneKt]

In my opinion, Charlie Vicker and Charles Edwards are the two best actors on the show.

[@PeterParslow]

Celebrimbor confidence that he's going to somewhere Sauron can't reach him is also essential & quintessentially reflects Tolkien's faith

[@olka_fasolka]

I love watching this chanel grow ❤ It's helped me so much in understanding and following the lore and Matt has this unbelievable ease in translating his knowledge and igniting love for all things Tolkien! Thank you for being the nerd you are 😊

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much! So glad my videos could help you dive deeper into this incredible world!

[@JW-tt8jg]

I completely agree! I found this channel during season 1 and it’s helped immensely to further my knowledge of middle earth.. now I find myself explaining all things Tolkien to my wife while we rewatch!

[@olka_fasolka]

@@NerdoftheRings your knowledge is invaluable! I discovered Tolkien like a month or two before the first movie came out, so saying it was love at first reading/sight is an understatement 😁 Naturally I wanted more so I went for the Silmarillion and was utterly defeated 🙈 Too many names, places, events, ties... I was overwhelmed and basically felt stupid. Then I started the Unfinished Tales, Children Of Hurin and dipped my toes in other works like Beowulf. But I was always drawn to Middle-Earth and it's twisted history, even though it didn't make much sense to me. Luckily I stumbled across your chanel and after watching your videos I decided to give the Silmarillion another try. It's like I was reading a different story! I'm not saying I'm a lore master, but at least I am able to understand and appreciate the rich and intricate world Tolkien strived to create.

[@shybyebye]

absolutely loved him in the show, the best actor on set. him and charlie were such a delight to watch.

[@JurassicTheory]

First, the dark lord Sauron, then Lord Elrond of Rivendell, and now the renowned smith of Eregion, Celebrimbor?! Matt has some wicked connections in Middle-earth! 😭

[@sngray11]

This interview with Charles totally made my day! 🙌🏽 He did an incredible job playing Celebrimbor on the show and season 3 won’t be the same without him. 💔

[@Zaraki1989]

Best actor this season. Well done

[@SirWhig-esq.]

An absolutely stellar performance by Charles 🎉❤

[@SMAnthonyW]

Charles Edwards in my opinion gave an award winning performance on this season. Phenomenal acting!

[@fellmere]

Yay! He's so charming and such a good actor. Sad that the recasting in Season 1 deprived us of more Celebrimbor before this very tragic season.

[@NerdoftheRings]

I really wish we got more of him in Season 1 as well. And yes, he is such a sweet guy!

[@benjaminwiens7644]

@@NerdoftheRingsScrew you, Judas Iscariot.

[@carolprince16]

Celebrimbor's closing act is one of the most powerful scenes in RoP, and I'll be sitting with those final words to Sauron for a long time. Charles Edwards and Charlie Vickers are truly the MVPs of this season. This was a short but wonderful interview and I feel sorry that we won't see Charles Edwards in the next season - but I also understand it.

[@Khorney]

His scenes together with Charlie Vickers were the best this season. Fantastic job!

[@Boaz-d5c]

Great performance by Celebrimbor!

[@josephvlogsdon]

There’s a lot of controversy surrounding the quality of The Rings of Power, but I can honestly say the scenes with Celebrimbor have been my favorite part of the show. I thought his character arc was well-written in season 2. Unfortunately, some people are so locked into their acrimony that they will never admit that an aspect of the series was actually good.

[@Pelichus]

All the love for Celebrimbor❤

[@cromemako83]

Charles played a great Celebrimbor, I also like how Sauran plays the perfect psychopath - always looking and listening to those he is around: what do they desire, "how can I use their desires to get what I want" and then truly loving the inevitable betrayal. Very good performances by both actors imo; My favorite parts of Season 2. My second favorite part was the dwarf king overcoming the ring (putting down power/temptation), praising his son and dying like a badass vs the balrog: the kings end really bothered my children but to me it was perfect ♥

[@debangshunath2830]

This man deserves an Emmy nomination if not an Emmy for best supporting role.

[@ivandoychev95]

Such a great actor! Nailed perfectly the role. I wish him all the best.

[@13nwaffles]

This was such a fantastic performance, I hope he ends up getting the awards recognition he deserves

[@PrettyTigerlilly]

Oh he was so delightful in this role, I adored him. Wonderful interview, my only regret is it is too short. Tysm for these incredible videos!

[@MJC1891]

Him and Charlie brought it this season. Love how it all played out

[@jibril2473]

That ending monologue of Charles as Celebrimbor was magnificent! Cheers!

[@stevenv2190]

You mean, that it was the ONLY thing good about this "show"?

[@edkwon]

Charles Edward's final spiteful verbal stab at Sauron, mockingly calling him the 'Lord of the Rings' was one of my favorite line deliveries in all of S2. They took what I originally took as a badass sounding title for the most famous fantasy franchise in the world, and turned it into the perfect insult to Sauron and his ultimately, small and petty goals ✊🏻

[@dynex811]

The last time i was this early i was navigating by glowing trees

[@xina968]

These interviews have been great! Thank you ❤

[@yip6331]

Charles was the best part about this show. He deserves all the praise and then some.

[@Wha162]

Celebrimbor proclaiming Sauron’s foreseen doom, at the point of his death, truly said like a scion of Feanor would

[@WaywardSon1]

Charles brought Celebrimbor to life very well with fairly little to go on. That final scene of defying Sauron is incredible. One of the top performances of the series for sure.

[@ethanmanos5797]

I hope he gets an Emmy nod!

[@pTryceorl]

I am so happy to see your hard work and positivity rewarded by these big guests. Awesome stuff man.

[@DumeGaming]

Awesome performance🥳

[@IceColdCurry1]

Charles and Charlie absolutely carried the season. Phenomenal performances by both.

[@jens2049]

Incredible actor. Has this pure actor essence about him, real master of the craft if I may say so

[@egoegoone]

Sauron carried the “banner” and brimby carried the season 🙏

[@jonhambach]

These interviews have been great, I'm glad you've been able to interview several of the cast so far. Charles had a great performance.

[@kressnik]

I wish we got more of him in S1, but oh my god did he deliver in S2. Loved him

[@eryniel95]

Celebrimbor truly proved that his will was mightier in the end!!!!!! Having Charles Edwards bring this character to life was such a gift.

[@stephenaxon3673]

There may have been doubters, but you can't deny that Charles Edwards as Celembrimbor absolutely nailed it. The character progression and what he brought to it illustrates such a stellar talent! Give him all the accolades!!

[@vivianeddm]

It makes me so happy seeing how he talks with such an enthusiuasm about this role and the books, you can see how excited he was to share his interpretation and i can honestly say that his and vickers were by far the best in the whole show since it started

[@wolfthornhawkridge5705]

He did an amazing job, going to miss him being on the series. Kudos to you, also, love watching your videos.

[@Laura_Darkspear]

His death scene was more than just “ok”! I cried when it happened. He really was brilliant. Loved him as Celebrimbor. I’ll miss him on the show. 🥲

[@chrissie952]

With how much he carried this season, I wonder how the third season will be. We lost two really solid actors (him and Sam Hazeldine) this season--hoping their absences won't detract from the show too greatly in the next.

[@ryan86803]

Best character portrayal and development in the entire series. The last scenes were tragically beautiful.

[@sarahahmed5806]

Charles Edwards and Celebrimbor will be sorely missed in the seasons ahead. With such little info on Celebrimbor present in the books, they have delivered marvellously. His closing sequence was just incredibly powerful!

[@HolyG.23]

Great chat Matt, what a good actor he is!

[@kathykit7629]

Charles was the stand out actor of both seasons. Loved him in his other projects as well as he is an outstanding talent. Thanks for doing the interview

[@danielbanbury378]

Loved his performance, the entire Annatar and Celebrimbor angle has been great

[@sethd6485]

Loved him in Downton Abbey, in The Crown, and now in RoP. What a performance!

[@Malforian]

fan of him in those series, i knew he would be good in this but even i was amazed at the performance!

[@MDK384]

and the terror

[@DrScientistSounds]

Thanks for these interviews, they're a big treat. Awesome job, Charles!

[@SLTTPOH]

"Whose will is mightier" is my favorite line and scene. To me it was showing even when the mistakes his made and his own physical powerlessnes, he has his will that no one could control. It was like a metaphor for using your own will to resist temptations and not blame others for your actions

[@ShawnHCorey]

Celebrimbor did not say Sauron was a slave to the rings. He said he was a prisoner to the rings. @4:50 Thank you Charles for clarifying that.

[@MalvinTetteh]

I love Charles Edwards acting n portraying of celebrimbor he made it believable.

[@OG-97]

Hopefully we get a dynamic as good as charles an charlie in season 3 🔥

[@taidee]

Oh man, you've just really delivered the best surprises of late, thank you.

[@jaridkeen123]

Im Jealous that you are sitting next to the Best Actor in Ring of Power, His Acting in S2,E8 needs an Oscar!!!! His finial scenes were amazing acting

[@Teanageswitchquean]

Thank you for these, Matt! I have been a big fan of Charles for many years now, between his work on the Crown and the Terror. These interviews will help showcase all of these wonderful talents to an audience who may not have known what they were missing. And a very merry congrats to you for the ever rising success of this channel! The good you have done for Tolkien’s works, and the community that thrives on it, cannot be understated.

[@glockparaastra]

I'm sad he will not be in S3! Great interview!

[@EternallyOaken]

Hands down favourite character of Season two. Thank you for bringing Celebrimbor to life Charles, you played him beautifully.

[@brigittehuber9745]

Man, you can say what you want about the show, but Mr. Edwards gave his all! All the best to you, sir! And thanks for the interview to both of you!

[@MirIsAwesome]

Celebrimbor's arc has been my favorite thing this entire season and a big part of that has been the absolutely flawless performance by Charles Edwards 👏 Forget about all the voting and ceremony, both Charlies need Emmys delivered to their doorstep RIGHT NOW

[@makingastardestroyer3066]

I know that many of you imagined Celebrimbor really differently, but you have to admit, these performances are something big.

[@Concetta20]

I love that it was shot sequentially. I think that’s part of why the performance was so good. It had a natural build. Whew.

[@BubbleBelly]

I genuinely think the Annatar/Celebrimbor story was one of the best written storylines on TV when it was airing. It was so captivating and so superbly well acted.

[@goordam9917]

best performances of the show!!

[@lordbarco8337]

Definitely, Matt has the best Tolkien content in the Internet… I hope you can interview Mofydd next!

[@PaddyyYY]

Love the interviews with the cast members, well done!

[@dose2two]

This is called access journalism.

[@MrRigas]

His last dialogue with sauron was masterpiece

[@christopherrichardbass-bar5727]

Charles, you were phenomenal!

[@Notorious.Mongolian.Gerbil]

Charles Edwards made Celebrimbor one of the most memorable Middle Earth characters INCLUDING the Peter Jackson films.

[@bubblefox816]

Charles Edwards was so good in Rings of Powers

[@jorgedeanoperez2997]

Nah, no way you got both Charlies already in interviews. He was phenomenal this season, glad to see him here

[@AndreO88]

Love your channel! Charles performance elevated the show, no question!

[@smokindonki]

Loving these interviews, hoping you got one with the entire cast!

[@raytherubio]

Another great interview Matt!! Charles Edwards for sure was the stand out this season. Insane amount of range.

[@evenstarari]

Omg it truly felt like I was watching a stage play with Charles Edwards' performance. It was so heartbreaking! But honestly Celebrimbor was one of my favorites this season. He should be so proud of his work! ❤️

[@finesupplements9698]

It would of been awesome if you interviewed him and Vikers at the same time. One last moment we would of gotten to see these two together

[@viktorj16]

I loved him, nearly my new favorite character. Amazing performance, the mouse scene... Aahh beautiful!

[@Minmeowsaram]

Watching his performance was an absolute delight! Sad to see it be his last season, but very excited to see what other roles Charles will take on. Wonderful actor!