Paul Mescal on Going to the Oscars with His Parents & New Movie All of Us Strangers

Paul talks about being at the Oscars with his parents, discovering seat fillers are a thing, staying up all night, being in “A Streetcar Named Desire” in London, his new movie All of Us Strangers, doing a love scene with Andrew Scott, and Jimmy’s dad cornering Paul backstage to ask him a lot of questions about Ireland. • All of Us Strangers | ...
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[@freem8son86]

His performance in Aftersun is one of those special performances that will stay with me forever. So simple yet cuts right to the heart of something sincere and profound.

[@micktorrans8123]

Yes.

[@naff_tm]

Paul isn't just easy on the eyes-he's a rare gem in the sea of actors today! his love for the craft, down-to-earth charm and the innate talent he has made him such an anomoly and it shows: Normal People, Aftersun and now All of Us Strangers! so excited for this movie and what the future holds for Paul 💖

[@adrianpocea2287]

I don't find him handsome at all

[@naff_tm]

@@adrianpocea2287 great more paul for me 🤭

[@adrianpocea2287]

@naff_tm Like, honestly, what do you see at him? A normal dude, quite some irregular features, in Aftersun he had like the most common and uninspiring body, pale( not in a great way, I like pale, but not like his skin), hairless, not a big deal of chest, quite slumpy and all over the place. I mean not even close to the big guns in looks

[@bettybreeze78]

@@adrianpocea2287he was told to have a dad body for Aftersun- personally I think he is beautiful- clear blue eyes- Roman nose- curly hair- Irish accent- he speaks Irish or Gaelic. He also has amazing legs.

[@tiwiogunye]

@@adrianpocea2287 he's so perfect and gorgeous. I don't know what to tell you.

[@Bjork4s]

I've watched Normal People atleast twice a year since it came out, idk why but that miniseries is absolutely addictive. Just exactly what I want from a teen miniseries and more. Paul's chemistry with Daisy Edgar-Jones is some of the best i've ever seen

[@gracedillonxoxo1412]

i watch it at least 2 time every mouth pal ur nothing special

[@yokairagarcia7906]

It's one of my favorites. So much in one show.

[@no1nestandsalone387]

Is it because of his nakedness? 😂

[@CBoapinta]

Paul Mescal is the best thing to ever happen to hollywood and movies !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gracedillonxoxo1412]

he’s the best thing to grace this earth

[@courtnisaizon4546]

He definitely has it. There’s something enthralling about him. Just overall a gorgeous man.

[@ThePakw]

That IS called Charisma

[@edrianbobbycalabio1]

All of Us Strangers is so beautiful. Such a brilliant film. Highly highly recommend.

[@musikluver]

But my God was it sad! I wasn't ready to feel that much!

[@alexanderramsbottom4796]

I love Paul's new look! He actually passes for a Roman emperor from the 3rd Century. I wish him well in Gladiator 2 doing Ireland 🇮🇪 proud, and I hope he knocks the role of Lucius out of the park!

[@courtnisaizon4546]

I hope he keeps this overall look. He is absolutely stunning!

[@WjldiMwWej]

That's for gladiator i guess

[@tuluhanbozkurt3225]

his performance in aftersun was heartbreakingly beautiful. never seen anything like that

[@nannab_]

Paul is a very, very good actor! I first saw him in the wonderful TV series "Normal People". I watched it again recently and it was still really great. Then I've seen him in "Aftersun", which I can also recommend. Can't wait to see this one - and to follow his future career. He seems like a very nice guy! 🇮🇪☘️

[@courtnisaizon4546]

He is making some solid acting choices. An incredible talent!

[@trishaadam8212]

Brilliant series. Heart rending. Just a lovely story. You don't want it to end. It's just lovely. A must watch. ❤❤

[@andrealopez5859]

He’s also in Foe. Such a great movie too!

[@gabbyburton1999]

All of Us strangers is such a beautiful emotional journey. I encourage everyone who can, to see it! You won’t regret it, I promise. I still my heart still aches from the feeling of it.

[@carrington2949]

How did you see it? Was it at a special screening?

[@gabbyburton1999]

@@carrington2949 Yes. There was a screening in LA. It was the West coast premiere.

[@ebsnotebook]

Paul: *talks about filming intimate scenes in a deep, meaningful way* Jimmy: So what do you mean by those 3/4 shorts? ugh

[@alexaales7937]

not only did Andrew play the hot priest, he also played an amazing Moriarty on my alltime favorite show 'Sherlock', he was sooo good!

[@willynilly2545]

ALL OF US STRANGERS is such a beautiful haunting film. Both actors were phenominal

[@brianborchardt7198]

And totally ignored by the Academy.

[@7n154]

Damn, what a natural performer Paul Mescal is. Not only does the camera love him but when he turns it on - it's like the air ignites around him.

[@bronsonhatch]

All of Us Strangers is my favorite Film from this year and towards the top of my favorites of all time. Paul and Andrew are outstanding together. I’m so excited to be witnessing the birth of such a young talented actor like Paul. And to also see Andrew getting lead roles In prestigious films. 10/10 all around

[@albustran4855]

Where did you watch it? May I ask?

[@rileysuckling850]

@@albustran4855I was lucky enough to watch it as a walk on at the Telluride Film Festival! So amazing!!

[@karenling2106]

on december 22nd

[@carrington2949]

Where did you see it? Was it a special screening?

[@GrainneMhaol]

Jimmy Kimmel is such an awkward interviewer, but props to Paul for sidestepping his boring questions.

[@ghazi1175]

Most American interviewers are boring and kind of awkward.

[@cinephile1712]

Not everyone can rock a gold chain - but he does it so, so well 🥰

[@siwi666]

Paul Mescal is special and wonderfully humble.

[@janeltranmer2284]

Well, well, well. A star is born. Fantastic interview. Great honest questions. Great honest answers. And, oh boy, do I want to know who fell asleep in the theatre!

[@alyserendipity]

Paul should have said it was Matt Damon snoring 😂

[@wallybingbang4350]

The boy is doing very well ‘Normal People’ is a great watch -

[@loveforeignaccents]

Watched the first few episodes, till they went off to college, and it couldn't keep my attention.

[@starheartskull15]

As someone who got destroyed by flea bag and normal people…. WHY WOULD U PUT THOSE TWO IN SOMETHING TOGETHER 😫😫😫

[@courtnisaizon4546]

I know! Can’t wait to see it!

[@rosalieo5045]

The Paul and Andrew combo is just...heaven for me

[@Mahdiyahya21]

there is something about this guy that i really like

[@courtnisaizon4546]

He’s the whole package.

[@Em-gj2sg]

he's genuine

[@SpiderHacksaw]

Love love love Paul!!!! Beautiful human being whose light bleeds through into the world.

[@metalmuumuu4181]

He is incredible in Normal People, and so endearing.

[@gerardmackay8909]

Love the parents are from Napa Valley comment. I was once lectured by an ‘Irish American’ about what we in the UK did to Ireland, his ancestral home. Turns out I had 5 Irish born great grandparents and he had two.

[@gabifgt]

paul is a gem!

[@ellobo4290]

Go see this movie. Of course Paul is great in it but Andrew Scott delivers a generational performance.

[@Katherout]

i saw a screening of all of us strangers and i knew it would obliterate me emotionally but not in the way it ended up doing so.. see it at your own peril

[@KenoSNeal]

Have you seen Aftersun? That film will absolutely destroy you. Paul is so good in that.

[@ozarkrunner]

Why were the intimate scenes with Scott a relevant question? It was asked as if a scene between two men is difficult compared to a scene between a man and a woman. The homophobia never stops.

[@tn1340]

Well when the actor is heterosexual, so it's probably harder or slightly more uncomfortable for him

[@sirleo5103]

Lol, what? Uh, yes. It is harder for a hererosexual man to do an intimate scene with a man instead of a woman. How is that homophobia? You're obviously going to be more comfortable with someone you are attracted to opposed to someone you're not attracted to. The fact I even need to explain this is weird.

[@violetgreen]

I will watch anything he or Andrew Scott is in. Looking forward to the movie! And love his new look ❤

[@lashendawest7509]

We love paul mescal

[@nasalol7862]

I love paul so much

[@BrokenSoulConfession]

He would truly make a fascinating Johnny Storm.

[@trishaadam8212]

Good interview. Really enjoyed 👌🤗👏👏

[@kimberlyphung7916]

GOD HE'S PERFECT

[@gpeddino]

He kinda looks like Michelangelo’s David statue come to life.

[@msguthrie]

paul declaring his love of short shorts 👌

[@ML-xh6rd]

You caught that too. "The good stuff" he said. He's a leg man for sure.

[@anahbanana09]

love him so much!

[@tiwiogunye]

He is such a vibey vibe

[@mid5606]

His accent is gorgeous 🔥 I hope he doesn't lose his Irish charm. The one he had in Normal People. He is looking like a Hollywood actor now 😞

[@loveforeignaccents]

Love his brogue.

[@_katieee]

Ah sending a big hello from Mayo, Ireland, I had no idea that Jimmy has roots here! :)

[@utubby3730]

Dont they all?

[@_katieee]

I don't hear of many with Mayo roots in particular! @@utubby3730

[@r3dsnow757]

Omg he looks soo different now, loved him in Aftersun such a unique and poignant movie.

[@ashby7m]

all of us strangers is INCREDIBLE

[@KenoSNeal]

I have yet to see Normal People and All of Us Strangers. But I have seen Aftersun, and it absolutely wrecked me. It seems like from what everyone is saying, Paul is one hell of a prolific upcoming actor. And I can agree easily just from his performance in Aftersun. Excited to see the new heights he will continue to reach!

[@brianborchardt7198]

Watch All of Us Strangers. His performance is incredible and amazing.

[@michaelfranklin5749]

Just finished Normal People which lead me to Aftersun...watching it now

[@NewMessage]

What a great last name.

[@javiruiz8365]

@GeorgAndexlerAndexlerit’s like Tequila

[@yvonnec6449]

He has come a long way from "seize the denny"!

[@EMMYK1916]

I get it being Irish. Not many will!!

[@yvonnec6449]

@@EMMYK1916 No, not many people will. Good old Ballyhaunis!

[@user-pi4gw8lf8b]

Paul Mescal should have no problem talking to Jimmy's dad about Mayo. Sure isn't is favourite place in the whole wide world Bali...... Bali.........Bali...........Ballyhaunis... Ballyhaunis. Some of us still remember you from the Denny Sausages advert. 😅

[@chrisp1355]

Charming.

[@wonderwoman5528]

His voice is like velvet

[@annerouyer7810]

Cannot wait for this film!

[@Bene_Gesserit]

The actor was Andrew Garfield ! and he's a busy dude so it's all good!

[@mysticalmaniac2]

How do you know it was him?

[@supermilkguy]

@@mysticalmaniac2it’s pretty common knowledge. Andrew can get away with it though

[@Nancy-sf2pl]

It wasn’t Andrew Garfield. Someone who was at the show posted about it months ago, and they said it was an American actor who is best known for a tv show

[@todgerous]

Heard it was barry keoghan

[@vishalankumaran8347]

My favourite sexy sad boy

[@dooddleya]

I am on knees for this man

[@andyroo9381]

I am waiting, waiting, waiting for this movie to be released.

[@juliehubbard158]

Normal People..that is all, it was mind blowing

[@vamanosninja4143]

I feel like this is the first time I've seen him on an American talk show.

[@himani5409]

HE LOOKS SO GOOD

[@alialamer1808]

Why didn't you mention Gladiator 2 !???

[@mysticalmaniac2]

That's what i was thinking...

[@Varekai0723]

So he can come back next year to promote that!

[@nathalycruz8765]

Te amo, Paul Mescal 🫶

[@jasperslife7949]

He was so good in Foe!

[@pureheartbadass]

i support paul's short shorts agenda wholeheartedly

[@parsashojaei1352]

The best young actor.

[@meeraaudio]

He's the next great actor

[@luisaalvarezsanes9567]

I love Paul

[@Purpleloo]

Okay, hear me out, if they do a remake of P.S. i love you, Paul needs to play Gerry. Please!

[@Tatopotatoo]

Talk more about his movie omg

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love Paul

[@barbaramarques5363]

Nossa, como ele tá lindo❤

[@yvonnec6449]

O'Neills shorts or nothing!

[@aniyajones5174]

Paul Mescal and Jack Harlow are starting to look more and more like twins to me! they could truly do a male, grown up version of The Parent Trap 🤣💀

[@fundudehere1]

Love this man,love his accent all his movies and his great butt

[@courtnisaizon4546]

I agree with you on every point lol

[@josebenitez8683]

Paul is a handsome lad❤❤❤

[@yeganeh2995]

The MOST boyfriend material....

[@leonkennedy4680]

Jimmy's questions could have been so much better. Jeez

[@joeyq9953]

Gorgeous guy

[@lashendawest7509]

Good morning jimmy kimmel fans

[@PattyNicEochaidh]

Mum? Do Kildare people say Mum? It's Mam or Mammy in Ireland?

[@feckster100]

He’s great in FOE, thoughtful Sci-fi about Ai Saoirse Ronan is in it to and she’s brilliant as well

[@annemacleod1421]

Why are interviewers fascinated to ask Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott about the intimate scenes, then don’t listen to their thoughtful answers, and essentially seem embarrassed and make a distracting comment. Happened here. Both Paul and Andrew have responded every time with exquisitely considered answers and only a few interviewers have been able to take the conversation further. The interviewer starts to sound gratuitous. The intimate scenes form the story and it’s important themes ..and are not in the film to be gratuitous! 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿NZ

[@bonnie_may]

He’s such a pleasure

[@camilla9301]

Off ALL the questions he could have asked, about this amazing storyline, director and actors- he aske about the sexscenes….

[@adagiobreeze8493]

He blew me away in Carmen with Melissa Barrera

[@skylarcorby5482]

love Paul but jimmy’s interviewing skills are abysmal lol

[@Ca-kz8ck]

please invite Jonathan Bailey and Matt Bomer from Fellow Travelers, please please huhu!!

[@Joeythegoats]

I m on my knees Paul. pls let me

[@user-zn8wi8qi5d]

bet it was the new Batman who was snoring :)... he was having a sweet dream of ever becoming as good an actor as his counterpart Paul. 🤭

[@manuscarlisle463]

Hard to be less funny than Jimmy Kimmel

[@angelcena759]

The drunk guy must have been Jack O'Connell.

[@aprildawn1977]

Ugh...what was it like performing love scenes with a man. What a predictable question, and borderline homophobic Jimmy!! So many other questions could have been asked of the movie but this is the ONE?? Disappointing

[@SC-101]

I love Paul Mescal!!!! what's with the hair? :p

[@bettybreeze78]

What’s the matter with his hair? He’s naturally curly.

[@niamhcxx4105]

I don't normally like white socks with black loafers but if Paul does it, then it's OK with me!

[@ML-xh6rd]

Andrew Scott wore them as well for his interview with Stephen Colbert. Must be a new style trend.

[@thebeardedseeker5633]

He's what I call a down to earth hotty. ❤

[@courtnisaizon4546]

Exactly! The best kind of hottie.

[@louisekirwan7172]

Love everything about you Paul but the socks .. come on. 😂

[@Dillonsimpsonfan]

I’m gonna say Barry Keoghan was the sleeping actor

[@sadfaceemoticon5731]

Paul Mescal>

[@corinavazquez141]

Paul me gustas mucho

[@naomeilam]

i love paul mescal kthxbai