Robert Pattinson Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

"I spent a lot of time living off the Harry Potter money." Robert Pattinson breaks down his most iconic roles, including his characters in 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,' 'Twilight,' 'The Batman,' 'Good Time,' 'The Lighthouse,' 'Tenet,' 'Cosmopolis,' 'High Life,' 'The Rover' and that time he desperately needed a New York City hot dog ( • Robert Pattinson Despe... ).
00:00 Intro
00:12 'Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire'
02:14 'Twilight'
05:15 'The Batman'
10:40 'Good Time'
13:00 'The Lighthouse'
17:32 'Tenet'
18:53 'Cosmopolis'
20:05 'High Life'
21:51 GQ Hot Dog Film
22:49 'The Rover'
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[@SSJofZ]

Didn't ask lol

[@hassanmasood186]

Didn’t Robert Pattinson hate the Twilight movies?

[@renesmee463]

@@hassanmasood186 well, he can hate it but still be profesional about it. U can say that’s his job.

[@silvergameplay7580]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHPZgY2obdyhf7c 🦇💜

[@srirahadjeng]

Is he on the cover?

[@bellapiano9]

The fact that he got the role in Twilight because he was high on Valium is the best thing I‘ve heard so far this week

[@spoton95]

Me too. I thought I wasn't hearing right 😂

[@RrRr-kr2mh]

He has said this before

[@perlahamilton6314]

I love that he was so honest about it.

[@lindanicolausson6148]

@@perlahamilton6314 Me too, I love his honesty.

[@vampirethespiderbatgod9740]

@@perlahamilton6314 Being honest is good. - It is genuine. - It is attractive. - It shows decency. And a lot more.

[@alexlazzerly3677]

The fact that he felt dorky holding the wand so he decided to hold it like a gun instead is so funny to me lol

[@frostbitepokin9520]

The fact that they showed a pic of it makes it even funnier 😂😂

[@devil_pls]

I think it's rather unique how he did hold the Wand compared to all the other characters in the series which makes the Character more interesting in a subtle way. So good idea in my opinion.

[@bert1029]

I actually liked his choice, even though he did it out of teenage boy embarrassment and wanting to look cool lmao. I think unconsciously I did pick up on the way he was holding his wand and thought it was cool 😅

[@KaijuComics]

I’ll never see the scene the same again lol

[@icee_i]

The batman role doesn’t suite you T for Thanks

[@therebellion96]

Robert doing nothing but indie movies after Twilght was probably the best decision he made as an actor. Groundbreaking performances without all of the major publicity of being "That Guy". His resume speaks for itself.

[@jonathaningram8157]

A bit like Daniel Radcliff is doing.

[@FIDEL_CASHFLOW_]

Water for elephants and the Batman are anything but indie movies

[@anton826]

@@FIDEL_CASHFLOW_ is this irony?

[@FIDEL_CASHFLOW_]

@@anton826 huh?

[@maneskinned]

@@FIDEL_CASHFLOW_ they clearly meant the indie movies following twilight. i genuinely dont believe u read the comment and actually think they meant that batman is an indie movie

[@maria-hc1fu]

i think robert will never be boring, like ever, he's so full of surprises and i love him for that

[@anyah2598]

so true !!!!

[@MariadefatimafMelo]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@jacksonwong-xr7hw]

humble and hunorous 🎉

[@mrterry1756]

LMAO that's exactly what I said when I saw him talking about FF7 as his favorite videogame in an interview about The Batman movie, with the actress of Catwoman (I forgot her name, sorry).

[@eddiecardwell]

Director: Do NOT watch the other Batmans Robert: So there I was watching all the Batman movies.

[@Citcat1]

Director: am I a joke to you 😂

[@Ice.muffin]

He's such a gem xD😂👌🏻

[@mshaheerarshad]

Apparently he also watched the animated batman movies b:tas. “The batman 2004”

[@Ryan-pg1tw]

@@Citcat1 maybe you shouldnt say that bcs you dont know if the director reacted that way

[@Citcat1]

@@Ryan-pg1tw ✨️It was a meme reference✨️

[@NTWoo95]

When he was cast as Batman one of my friends was like "He's a pretty boy emo, there's no way he'd be a good Batman." I was like "Who do you think Bruce Wayne is?"

[@silviaghirotti5938]

😂🙌👍

[@sweatynapkins]

LITERALLY LMFAO

[@montsesanchez9297]

LOL

[@bighancho5351]

fr batman lives in “goth”am

[@estersilva7804]

Facts 😂

[@sherawr]

0:15 “head of the HufflEYpuff clan” I’m crying 😭

[@bangladeshiarmyforever]

Same, isn't it pronounced as Huh-foll-puff? 😭

[@samanthacharlton4123]

I thought he was making a funny

[@horsegirlb7120]

@@bangladeshiarmyforever It's a joke about smoking

[@TheFiown]

It's refreshing to see an actor NOT trash the very movies that made them famous as so many seem to do.

[@h0llysh1t]

he has trashed Twilight so many times throughout the years tho HAHA i think he’s just mature enough now to realise the importance of him playing that role

[@Darkhonor21]

I was gonna say, he trashed Twilight pretty good. Did it for a paycheck. His other movies are fantastic.

[@alexanderrmz9701]

Not here atleast XD

[@WrangleMcDangle]

@@h0llysh1t he'd be in the exact same position he's in now if he never did twilight. he has natural ability and a good face, he'd be in everything anyway

[@briannagonzales8402]

I think he did trashed the movie so much because his fiancée cheated on him while filming her movie snowwhite.

[@reenter11]

This guy is in Harry Potter, in Twilight, in Nolan’s Tenet and also do a lot of indie films, and now he’s in The Batman. Wow.

[@suiiuu]

Literally one of the coolest filmographies!! He is in so many iconic movies, he is an icon at this point

[@luf4rall]

He's like Brad Pitt. A pretty boy who really wanted to be a character actor.

[@chikensaregood9500]

@@luf4rall or next johny depp maybe?

[@JonBeDoinThings]

not even, he IS the Batman

[@ihatestupidppl]

He's a very underrated actor

[@flytrap4171]

He’s insanely honest in this and definitely admitted his flaws

[@SanketKulkarni10]

I read this as insanely hot

[@arunnalunaru3804]

@@SanketKulkarni10 because he is

[@arzino5519]

omg how would you feel if I told you that he recently admitted that he lies a lot in his interviews for fun

[@Cris-kp6sn]

@@arzino5519 he admitted ?? Where???

[@SanketKulkarni10]

@@arunnalunaru3804 yes 😍

[@NotoriousHKyle]

So cool to hear him talk about Batman and his take on the character. Obviously he looks up to Bale as we all do, but he put his own spin on it. Terrific actor

[@WednesdayMarieAddams]

I don't. I hate Christian as Batman

[@SanskarTheBased]

@@WednesdayMarieAddams who asked

[@vn9574]

@@WednesdayMarieAddams L opinion

[@herloss448]

@@WednesdayMarieAddams biggest L

[@Sparrows1121]

@@WednesdayMarieAddams The problem is when Bale started talking. I get why but its so... funny : D

[@anta9814]

Pattinson is the perfect example of "never judge a book by its cover", because behind this "pretty boy" there is an INCREDIBLE and TALENTED ACTOR and he is CLEVER than people think!... Also I love how he shines with his honesty and cool personality in all the interviews, making a HUGE difference with many arrogant/shallow Hollywood celebrities... LOVE HIM!

[@Sadpotatoirl2010]

So there's a talented and brilliant person covered by pretty face does exist. This world ain't that bad though.

[@betterchapter]

He used to be a vampire now he's a bat... we should have seen this coming.

[@fodank]

And his fans are rabid.

[@silvergameplay7580]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHPZgY2obdyhf7c 🦇💜

[@tv685_]

But before those, he was a wizard 🧙‍♂️⚡️

[@keelahrose]

This comment deserves way more likes.

[@roachwashere]

@@tv685_ R.I.P Cedric

[@bellkanen1998]

The way he just lit up when he started talking about Batman gives me all the confidence in the world that he's gonna kill it. You can tell he really loves the role.

[@kevind6723]

The trailers look awesome.

[@httk8869]

@Ixaaa_____🍊 dam you just had to kill it

[@Bale4Bond]

Must be a great payday, aswell.

[@onearmouredboipictures8653]

@@httk8869 that's a bot, ignore it, I just remove em

[@StupidBadITCH]

There has been many great Batman's.. but only one joker.. RIP forever be missed

[@JonBlockCreations]

His performance in REMEMBER ME is heart-wrenching. SO believable in his strained relationship with his father (Pierce Brosnan), his love for his little sister, missing his deceased brother, and opening his heart to loving his new girlfriend. A touching and masterful movie, anchored by a brilliant lead performance by Robert Pattinson.

[@moisesmeza2974]

Excellent movie, never expected that ending

[@von_freiesleben64]

100% agree

[@abramsullivan7764]

Yeah until the ending set on September 11th, 2001 where he in one of The World Trade Center.

[@ridzzz226]

so good but that ending was crappp

[@joaniekeyser4036]

I saw Remember Me when I was deep in my Robert Pattinson fangirl phase, and the ending tore me up emotionally. I remember 9/11, and when they showed that date on the blackboard and him at the window in one of the Twin Towers, I knew it was curtains for his character and I just immediately started bawling. I was literally on the floor in my bedroom sobbing my heart out as if I'd just been told one of my family members had been lost in a car accident or something.

[@36paris]

I wish they’d spoken about his role in ‘The King’ as the dauphin of France. I know he only played a small part, but it was a PHENOMENAL performance. I could watch that movie over and over just for his scenes.

[@tiaaaron3278]

Probably because The King went over most people's radar for some reason. Good movie but I don't see people talking about it at all. I wish he had talked about his role in Devil All the Time. He was really good in that.

[@frogman5474]

you don't need to say dauphin of France, dauphin implies French royalty

[@mysigt_]

@@frogman5474 or aquatic royalty

[@jordan-vl9lj]

it was ironic, the french played a brit and the brit played a french

[@i2ottenBannana]

Probably because it sucked

[@Jaky16]

I don’t get how people dislike this guy. He’s a great actor

[@andrewgarfield9898]

One word. twilight

[@lamb9770]

no one dislikes him

[@SchifferThe2nd]

@@andrewgarfield9898 correction: people dislike twilight, not him.

[@SilentMagician7]

People can't get over Twilight or haven't bothered to at least look up his career post Twilight to see that he's an incredible actor.

[@grahamjackmacpherson6501]

I don't dislike him. I do find him a little cringey though.

[@bekkahboodles]

I freaking LOVE that jumping out of trees was HIS IDEA both times lmao!!! That is so iconic! And the fact that he pushed for them to handle Twilight dramatically with emo vibes was a great call, he was absolutely right. They may be cheesy but what makes the Twilight films/books successful and rewatchable/rereadable is the fact that they take themselves seriously as dramas.

[@boarderking133]

Since when are they rewatchable

[@bobbobbo5278]

@@boarderking133 my sister thinks they are lol

[@fferd1680]

The fact that they take themselves seriously as dramas is the reason they're so laughable. Also their core values are quite disturbing considering their main target are teenagers and young adults. But I guess the novels are to blame for that.

[@TheNaomikool]

@@boarderking133 i literarlly rewatch those films like once every 2 years and Im a film fanatic, i love everything movies. I think its the nostalgia and the dark emo vibes behind it that makes it so fun to watch.

[@hollyro4665]

@@fferd1680 yeah I was gonna say twilight is at its best when it’s a self-aware pure oestrogen indulgence mess. That’s what the books were. That first movie with the over the top drama and teen fuelled emotions and blue filter was twilight at its best. It doesn’t need to be taken seriously. That ruined it.

[@katt6452]

Robert is underrated .... Good Time was SUCH A GOOD MOVIE and went very unnoticed. Excited for him to keep working and doing projects where he can really shine.

[@dkmrap1]

It's in my top 5

[@cameronsmith1229]

Pattinson should be remembered as one of the greatest actors of all time. To start a career in such successful and impactful role, then deliver stunning performances in indie films, and then return to headline one of the most famous and criticized roles over the past 60 years, he's truly amazing to be the person he is today.

[@stephentarantino1313]

One of the greatest is a hugely exaggerated

[@Julian_LewisDig]

Well said I completely agree

[@charlieschurk]

greatest of all time is crazy lmao

[@pazminoproject]

It's a shame they didn't mention his character in The Devil All the Time. That's one of his most impressive roles. Not the best film, but Pattinson's performance really shines.

[@ApoteosisGuitar]

He blew my mind right up in that

[@lauradove3236]

Yes someone said it!

[@lazyartiste_2357]

DELUSIONS!!!!! BLASPHEME!

[@bluecollar825]

I loved that movie. Solid, hypnotic pace with solid performances all around. Also Rob probably was the best of the bunch. Same with his small role in The King, he stole every scene he was in.

[@divaalfirman3295]

@@bluecollar825 Robert’s character was the absolute worst that made me sick. That’s how good he was

[@yyg4632]

Im honestly rlly happy to see that he can find positivity in Twilight. Seeing how much passion people had, because I know both him and Kristen were embarassed and shamed for it. It's an iconic movie in pop culture, both ironically and unironically good.

[@TheEtherny]

People hated it because people hate anything teen girls like by default because of how much profitable it is so it becomes easy to sell to them, but like, that's a smart move lol

[@lala-4458]

i love twilight! its my one of my favorites!

[@michaeledwards1644]

Twilight was epic

[@nickifieldhouse4337]

I totally agree! I think he and Kristen tried their best even if Bella and Edward aren’t the most well written characters.

[@bodigames]

You on crack? Twilight was a Money maker. Very succesful.

[@Humanity_Speaks]

"I thought you only wanted to play freaks. What do you mean? He is a freak!" Honestly this is why I think he was a perfect cast for batman

[@starfranklyn]

This is unexpectedly one of my fave interviews, interesting and feels really authentic. I had no idea he had done so many great movies. Twilight was made for him, his facial features are quite alluringly animalistic in the best possible way.

[@liv97497]

He's so delightfully weird, it's very endearing. His interviews are always a treat to watch.

[@skxlter5747]

Dk why girls find cute weird guys attractive but normal dudes as creeps

[@onlyangcl]

and Handsome… Yum.

[@onlyangcl]

@@skxlter5747 Stay mad and jealous

[@alexandraeagle2825]

@@skxlter5747 jesus christ

[@bisexualgrinch6690]

@@skxlter5747 Obviously not all women do this, but I agree some of them do. It's simply the Halo effect, certain people get away with certain things. It can be based on attractiveness, race, etc.

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

He gained a whole new level of respect for me after I saw his performance in The Lighthouse, that movie was a trip.

[@dmars1452]

Jesus Loves You❤️ John 3:16-For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

[@SebastianTinajero]

For me it was the movie “Good Time” but yes he was fantastic in The lighthouse!

[@JohnSmith-yd5wq]

Except that movie is hipster trash. He did act well it in.

[@zadeify9596]

It was him in it?

[@arihantpincha6840]

@@dmars1452 shutup dude

[@laughaholic13]

All his little stories made me laugh out loud lol As someone who LOVED twilight, I'm so happy he's getting the recognition he deserves. Twilight was cringy but it was also revolutionary cuz it allowed all these other books and series to become movies and started this whole trend. It changed these actors lives overnight and im glad Kristen, Rob and Anna took advantage of it.

[@XavierPWNED]

Harry Potter and LOTR started that trend but I get what you mean.

[@hsadreamerofrlyeh7516]

I respect him so much more now after seeing his newer roles, and hearing his story, and now seeing how he can look back on his career. The Lighthouse sold me on him as an actor, but The Batman cemented him as one of my favorite actors!

[@zaynes5094]

For me, it's Chris Evans, Ed Norton, Robert Pattinson, Christian Bale, and maybe Scarlett Johansson. I just think those 5 are just so great. Ryan Gosling and Leonardo DiCaprio also two of my favorites. Can't forget about Daniel Day-Lewis, the legend of extreme acting. Denzel Washington and Jim Carrey are also awesome.

[@claytonbaker49]

He’s talented, but he’s humble and he doesn’t take himself to seriously. Respect for this dude!

[@LifeOfLiana]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIiqZWZurd16opI vlog ;D

[@catlvr-kg9ol]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHuUmmuHnpqYbKs

[@jamesking1239]

You know nothing about him.

[@Louk24]

*too

[@SchifferThe2nd]

@@jamesking1239 so do you.

[@maryem7186]

No one can ever touch this man after his performance in 'Good Time' and 'The Lighthouse'

[@benwhelband7220]

so true

[@mr.j410]

If batman fails so does his career so idk what u talking about

[@montaquimislamnoor8327]

@@mr.j410 batman fails?? 🤣💀

[@mr.j410]

@@montaquimislamnoor8327 yeah like he did before and after the dark Knight ght trilogy 🤷🏿‍♂️ I also alexpect it to succeed but let's not pretend Batman's in more bad movies then good...

[@zoh6255]

@@mr.j410 What pack are u smoking. The Dark Knight is the best comic book movie by far, its trilogy is one of the best if not the best in cinema.

[@suewatkins4355]

What a lovely genuine guy, doesn’t seem a big head like a lot of actors. He deserves all the best.

[@Anonymous-pw5kr]

I love how he WANTED to play it. And not for nothing, I'm 33, I'm a big batman fan. He CRUSHED IT! Such a fantastic movie! I'm so excited just the whole cast was casted. So stoked theres a follow up! Loved it man!!!

[@matthewmosier8439]

This guy is an artist. He's an example of internet wisdom being wrong.

[@adh2413]

PFFTTT "internet wisdom"

[@matthewmosier8439]

@@fakemario5791 The average guy you get into a discussion about movies, with, online, will tend to think that he is "The Twilight guy" and miss his greatness as an actor.

[@generaltheory]

Eh, scrapyard exparts

[@silvergameplay7580]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHPZgY2obdyhf7c 🦇💜

[@julienpouliot270]

he'S also an accomplished musician!! Trully underrated!!

[@sidviscus]

It's good to see that he's progressed far enough in his career to where he can talk about Twilight without being bitter. He's a success now, he can regard Twilight for what it was at the time.

[@natashaing4999]

So true 😊💕

[@alenemarie1726]

I’m really grateful for this too because Twilight is such an important film to so many teen girls at the time. Having the main male lead be upset by it was hurtful at the time.

[@practically.hayley9070]

@@alenemarie1726 i dont get your comment can you please explain

[@JoseRamirez-ew7vq]

@@alenemarie1726 You were upset by him having a different opinion about it lol. Twilight is trash, get over it

[@scarletmoon95]

@@alenemarie1726 reported the jerk that insulted your taste. But I would like to hear about how he reacted around twilight and how you felt (never watched the movies and i kinda cringe if I see scenes, but yeah I wonder what he thinks about it)

[@thomniced]

I've never understood all the criticism regarding him. Every single movie I've seen him in, he's been amazing. And all the characters not only act but look very different. He's great. And he looks good too. So, get over it. 😂

[@youngjohn3902]

Joaquin Phoenix’s joker and Robert Pattinson’s Batman compliment each other so well. We need a sequel with both of them in it.

[@melclibra]

I never thought it would happen remembering all that mighty praise for Joker 3 years ago. Plus I didn't even know Pattinson was as hot in a unique way, even hotter.

[@verydifferentthought]

I don't think this Batman filled the expectations. But Joker was something else

[@Dan-ch8kv]

Cedrick’s dad’s reaction to his death was the most impactful moment in the Harry Potter series. When he cried out “MY BOY,” I broke a little.

[@sailorarwen6101]

And the music that plays over that sequence rips my heart in two. 100% agree. Cedric’s death was kind of whatever, but they way that scene was done made it very emotional for me

[@Sarah-qr2lu]

I broke so much! 😭Cedric’s death started the War.

[@scsutton1]

Not to mention that harrowing howl of his.

[@kathleenclark815]

Everytime.

[@arpitshivhare217]

That's my boiiiii

[@ChefofWar33]

If they create a Batman Trilogy with him. He will forever be know as the Batman guy, as opposed to the Twilight guy.

[@anacruz2077]

they will lol

[@Your20droid]

I would love that

[@ytuser_3122]

Part of me kind of wished The Batman kicked off a new DC Cinematic Universe with Robert Pattinson being the Robert who kicks off the franchise 😂

[@HenryPPMN]

He’s put out enough great performances now that I don’t think he’ll be defined by any one series

[@Your20droid]

@@ytuser_3122 honestly same 😂

[@missreaderofc]

I thought he would always remain labeled as the Twilight guy , but seeing him in the lighthouse made me speechless and adored his acting abilities 💫

[@Anya-ef3sb]

He actually made me watch batman, usually I dont like batman, But he protrayed the character so good and the voice was amazing. I forgot he was even in twilight. 10/10 acting robert

[@user-mu9eh3ig6z]

Это единственный Бэтмэн , которого я смотрела и сделала это из-за него

[@kylecattell]

I love how he shows up to his interview like he just got out of bed. Seems laid back and doesn't take things too seriously which is refreshing. Just let's his personality speak for himself

[@BatmanHQYT]

He shows up everywhere like he just got out of bed lol

[@arpanbruh]

I suddenly have an urge to see him and Andrew Garfield in a movie together.

[@janicag]

That would be awesome. They're good friends in real life 😊

[@arpanbruh]

@@janicag that's why i said it

[@yieshyeah]

Same

[@shanianiah]

That's a wish I didn't know I needed until now 😭

[@plantbased1170]

You created a need I never knew I had 😂

[@bambuu_]

I am not a huge fan of hero movies but The Batman was so good...I have rewatched it multiple times, I can't believe people hated the idea of him playing Bruce Wayne!

[@ytuser_3122]

Will forever be grateful to remember him as Cedric Diggory, can’t wait to see him as Batman!

[@antonduhgr8835]

I'm just some random dude but that's the only thing I'm hanging onto in order to take him seriously as Batman. Honestly hoping he kills it.

[@arihalvorsen7122]

@@antonduhgr8835 oh be will, believe me

[@holydeadman1727]

@@antonduhgr8835 Only Cedric? That means you haven't seen him as Connie in Good Time or as Thomas in The Lighthouse.. those are his best performances yet

[@M4NA5]

@@holydeadman1727 I would also like to call out Cosmopolis and Remember Me.

[@Messilover140]

@@holydeadman1727 *Neil in Tenet?*

[@hanniefrei]

Twilight was necessary, it made his name known globally and it pushed him to improve to show everyone he isnt just a pretty boy that shines, also pushed him to play different roles or characters to show his range.

[@anhnhvn]

I agree that the Twilight series was a blessing in disguise, but for another reason. It gave him the financial freedom to pursue whatever project he wanted, without ever worrying about the pay. Very few people are that fortunate, and he made the most of that opportunity.

[@missmimi6817]

Exactly my point

[@iLikeCok]

Right

[@goose688]

He’s a nocturnal animal.

[@adamwest8711]

I still like that first twilight movie. It was silly and had terrible effects but it was fun and sincere and had a great soundtrack. Just way better than any of the sequels that were kind of trash but had better production values. But Batman is his role for me. I was a little gobsmacked when I heard him linked to it then I saw that first trailer with a Nirvana track sat behind it and spine-tingling is the only word I had. The film itself trailed off a little at times but overall I loved it.

[@stub6378]

He’s bloody brilliant in Tenet

[@cyberdelicxp9125]

I only knew him as "the twilight guy" ..i never seen the movies..I just saw him as batman, and was impressed..now i have much respect for him as an artist. He seems serious, dedicated to his craft, and down to earth.

[@HarryS56]

I was one of those people that just dubbed him as “The Twilight guy” but after seeing The Batman I realize how much of a colossal disservice that is to him. Huge new found respect and awe for him

[@zach346]

I knew he was a good actor but when I saw The Lighthouse I was absolutely blown away by his acting And when I heard he was casted as Batman I couldn’t believe it, a lot of people were upset because oh Twiight bad but that mans acting ability is wild I immediately knew he was gonna be the best Batman and I truly do think he already is and eventually will be the best Bruce Wayne Glad everyone else has finally noticed his talent

[@33legionb59]

Same

[@mrtwister428]

I felt the same way. I had seen him in devil all the time and really liked his performance, but I wasn't quite sure what to expect. But his take on batman is probably my favorite

[@raibyo]

Nah. To me, he was Cedric and always has been.

[@johnyboy228]

Watch good time his best movie

[@alexcarrillo3598]

Without a question, by far, the most interesting actor in cinema today. He looks very genuine, his acting choices are superb, he is not on social media, a real actor and a classic movie star.

[@osmosisjones6734]

Him and Andrew Garfield

[@alexcarrillo3598]

@@osmosisjones6734 funny, I really think so, big time!

[@acacia8261]

Joaqin phoenix

[@amandeepdash9014]

Let's mention Cillian Murphy and Christian Bale too. All goats.

[@alexcarrillo3598]

@@amandeepdash9014 absolutely. I like Cillian better, but yes, great choices.

[@diyazachariah3903]

his hair is just his signature look now, only he can pull up to a red carpet with crazy hair.

[@sweetgregt]

I have now seen 10 Robert Pattinson films. What an actor and performer.

[@mizzbelle97]

He always seems so kind and humble. He also has incredible taste in scripts. Every project he’s in (including twilight) is special and unique and each one is wildly different.

[@Ice.muffin]

Agreed 100%❤💖

[@sami2503]

Yea because he has the freedom of choice now, before twilight he was getting 0 roles and was considering giving up and trying music. The only reason he did twilight was because it was a role that paid money and that he can put on his resume. He had no other options at the time.

[@Thomas-mb5ip]

@Voyager you're right about the arrogance. i had a friend once who's brother saw him in the same hotel he was staying at walking across the canteen and he walked up to him and asked if he could have an autograph or a photo with him and he said listen i'm kind of busy right now and tired of being hounded. then he strutted off. and ever since i heard that story i viewed him very differently. but then again this was at the peak of twilight when this was going on so he was probably just young and too big for his boots

[@dayshawna]

@@Thomas-mb5ip so he’s arrogant because he didn’t want to take a picture? at that time he was probably very tired of people coming up to him for pictures and autographs. it’s called being a human and having boundaries regardless of his profession.

[@ramenbroth]

@@Thomas-mb5ip fans aren't entitled to autographs bro... How does that make him arrogant?

[@laneythelame]

This guy's range is incredible and doesnt take himself too seriously...still can't wait to see what else he can do!

[@melz4766]

FR! I really hope Batman finally gets him to be associated with Batman instead of twil*ght 🤢 and gets more interesting roles in the future.

[@daveclark8337]

He's got about as much range as his ex, Kristen Stewart.

[@eastwaters4082]

@@daveclark8337 Kristen Stewart hasn't been in one 'good' movie since Twilight.

[@daveclark8337]

@@eastwaters4082 So that's another thing they have in common.

[@yungmaianh87]

I love twilight, its ridiculous at points and made me laugh throughout. But it nailed the small town feeling and the teenagers interactions, like the vibe is just perfect, i love rewatching it. couldn’t say the same about the sequels though

[@amandajoki6398]

Yeah I wish they kept the director for the rest

[@treefrogabby]

Why is he so much cooler as a person than I thought

[@mridultyagi8715]

He's such a versatile and great actor ,don't know why many people see him just as a twilight boy. Can't wait to see him as the Batman.

[@ytuser_3122]

Probably cuz some girls haven’t seen past those films that not even Robert Pattinson liked.

[@MaximaMac]

Because it’s the internet. People mindlessly hate cause it’s the trendy thing to jump on.

[@matthewmosier8439]

@@ytuser_3122 Compared to a lot of young adult fiction, Twilight actually wasn't bad. I didn't read the books, obviously, but comparing it to things like "Maze Runner", Etc., Twilight's film versions were (somehow?) more interesting. Kind of like how 'The Hunger Games' first film was enjoyable despite me not reading the series, but 'Divergent' was not so good.

[@SpiderManMCUniverse]

Because once actors do major roles, unfortunately they’re known for it forever even if they have other spectacular stuff. And you have to remember Twilight was based on a popular book series too. Look at the Spider-Man actors, they have many great roles yet people only choose to see them as Spider-Man and it’s especially worse for Tom since he’s the current one but Cherry shows he’s no goody two shoes and hopefully Uncharted does more justice. But it will be interesting to see how Rob’s career after Batman is handled and hopefully people explore his other movies too.

[@tarikkovacevic6103]

I definitely agree robert pattinson has a great range that i have seen since i liked cinema.he may not be daniel day lewis in acting range,but he is definitely great

[@AmyASpaceOdyssey]

Remember back in 2012 when everyone was like “Omg it’s the Twilight guy! Cringe!!!” And now everyone is praising him as one of the best actors currently working. I’m proud of him.

[@davidraley3054]

Leo DiCaprio in titanic. Same story

[@ngndnd]

@@davidraley3054 ive never heard of anyone saying anything bad about that tho. I usually just hear people say he was hot in titanic

[@davidraley3054]

@@ngndnd I heard plenty of friends crap all over Leo growing up. Pretty sure they were jealous of hearing girls swoon over him.

[@neamraven]

@@davidraley3054 Reporting for duty. Leo still looks like a baby, he never was hot to begin with, and I still don't think of him as a great actor. Pattinson will always remain the Twilight guy. Just so you don't accuse me of envy, I think Brad Pitt IS a great actor. So is Johnny Depp. Both pretty boys. Leo and Pattinson are just kind of lame. Always were and always will be. They don't have the face, they don't have the voice, they don't have the skills and the presence.

[@psr4550]

I watched twilight when I was a little boy so I loved that movie still do

[@Rosamund458]

I’ve always had a massive crush on him, especially during Goblet of Fire and never thought he’d come this far.

[@aimensiddiqui189]

I remember being so sad I couldn't see more of him in Harry Potter. Just for him to have such a full career lol

[@TheDeeeen]

His performance in the Lighthouse is one of the greatest performances I’ve ever seen

[@lolita960]

He’s very much naturally gifted when it comes to acting. Super versatile and even when he didn’t know what he was doing, he was doing an amazing job

[@justme97531]

and he has amazing singing abilities...

[@kahinarkb3200]

He's really an incredible actor and such an endearing person as well...

[@joeycheckers114]

You know him well.

[@LifeOfLiana]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIiqZWZurd16opI vlog :)

[@bobsauce9840]

Wow that's so crazy fam....

[@AJVillanueva2030]

I hate Twilight!

[@Lauritonas]

@@AJVillanueva2030 no one asked

[@Kev24]

It always amazes me how perfectly english actors nail american accents. I get it’s literally their job but it throws me off guard hearing them sound like completely different people

[@dx315]

Good Time is the best crime thriller I've seen in a loooong time. Very emotionally affecting as well.

[@SaraStar7373]

'i always get these strange, unfounded criticisms about my accent' his cheeky grin here really sets in how much fun he's having acting and how bemused he seems to be at the industry on a wider or more societal level, literal unbothered king i adore him

[@Tangoez]

Robert Pattinson Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

[@-Jake]

There was a such a stigma against him for Twilight, people used to think he was a phoney actor. Its great to see he didn't hold resentment towards that, seems like he respects what those movies did for his career

[@sami2503]

I mean if it wasn't for twilight he probably wouldn't have an acting career. He was unemployed for like 3 years after harry potter, going to auditions and getting nothing. He had no money and like he said, he was sleeping on people's couches. He was gonna do music instead and then that role came up and he jumps at it. Even though he obviously doesn't like the character or the movies, he can't deny just how much its done for his career and he must be grateful.

[@kendrashaaaa]

Yeah like the cast made the books a lot better the books were so boring especially Bella . Kristen Stewart made me feel a way (not sure but its not bad) about Bella because Bella in the books was insufferable and freaking boring. and even as a kid watching it I was team Jacob until I watched it as an adult and I’m like Edward was clearly better in terms of personality and actions and that’s all due to Robert. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@allebasaiadartse3951]

@@kendrashaaaa Right???? Bella is so freaking boring on the books... I couldn't keep but rolling my eyes out on every single page were she was narrating her vision on what just happened.

[@jazzwarren6941]

No one has a stigma against him, he’s proven himself as an actor for years. No one holds twilight against him lol

[@chrisl9934]

He is grateful for Twilight re-igniting his career but he has said before that he didn't like the character.

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

He's an amazing chameleon in the roles he plays! In some of the clips they showed, I don't think I would have recognized him immediately if I hadn't known they were his films? That's something that always impresses and amazes me, when actors with fairly distinctive facial features etc somehow manage to transform themselves so dramatically through use of costume, body dynamics, hairstyle/facial hair etc. A great quality in a good character actor! Rob is always self-deprecating in the extreme, but I hope he's managing to become more confident in himself & his skills over such a breadth of projects.

[@patrickorozco6275]

He earned my respect as a iconic and elite actor with his role on Tenant and reaffirmed it with Batman

[@claudettewright365]

You need to watch Good Time, The Lighthouse, and The Rover, if you haven’t! Those are incredible performances, probably his best.

[@voodjin]

Dude was criminally underrated after Twilight, but after Lighthouse everybody could see he really is a phenomenal actor and I have no doubt he will be the best Batman yet.. allready looking forward to see him on the big screen again..

[@chrisez3188]

I think no one will top Christian Bale’s portrayal but he will definitely have his own great version

[@voodjin]

@@chrisez3188 Bale is not even in my Top 3..

[@jesuslover5968]

Wait he’s going to be Batman ??

[@averythebirateking8347]

@@jesuslover5968 yeah it’s coming out next month I think

[@lindanicolausson6148]

Dont forget about Water for Elephants!

[@Garbageman28]

“He no longer hasn’t gotten over them - now he REALLY hasn’t gotten over them.” Pattison’s gonna be the best batman. Calling it now.

[@DfCIndia]

No Bale is the best batman And The Dark Knight will be the best Batman movie

[@territorialtea747]

@@DfCIndia best batman movie ever but I Pattinson has a chance

[@samir.ebrahim]

Bale will always be the best, but Pattinson's certainly in the runnings to be one of the top performances yes

[@naesjpg]

@@DfCIndia how about you wait for the movie to come out first :)

[@kilodi]

@@DfCIndia People said that for 89 Batman and Keaton until The Dark Knight came out, so lets just wait and see :)

[@MyOwnPersonalFantasy]

I could see his potential and talent even in the Twilight Saga. It was obvious. The scene that did it for me was in Breaking Dawn Part 1, when Carlisle told Bella that she wouldn't survive the pregnancy and Edward and her have a fight about it, his acting during that scene was amazing. So I could tell back then he was going to go on and do great things in Hollywood.

[@withnail-and-i]

The Lighthouse is legendary... Literally.

[@ashleykateri9534]

This might sound weird but he seems like the kind of person where you could talk for hours and the conversation would never get boring. He just strikes me as so interesting and effortlessly charming.

[@ranielladurand]

this is so funny considering the fact that one time he had dinner with a stalker that came by his house every day where he proceded to complain about his life so much she never came back lmfaooo

[@silvergameplay7580]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHPZgY2obdyhf7c 🦇💜

[@charlesludwig8672]

The British did invent the English language

[@miwfreak4312]

Generalization alert: I've notice British people in general have a very likeable charm about them.

[@essgeesongaard5656]

It's because u are a girl

[@danklordd]

The fact that he was always suggesting that he just drops down out of no where is perfect Batman vibes 😂

[@irinaibanez-juarez5037]

Then he was meant to play Batman before he even knew it.

[@murdermygymsox]

I was hoping he’d talk about The King, his performance in that movie was amazing, especially considering the small amount of screen time.

[@kallie6480]

SO good!

[@nettness]

Seriously The King, and The Devil All The Time. SO GOOD, alas not mentioned.

[@advchtube8208]

What I find amazing is that he's a ninja in the movies he's in. A lot of times I didn't even realize that it was him, he just becomes the character.

[@TimeBucks]

A truly phenomenal actor.

[@batman-di8vq]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2GrqYOAm8icnJI Robert PattinsonThe batman tribute video song NIRVANA something in the way 🦇🦇🦇

[@holliswilliams8426]

Wouldn't say he was phenomenal, but he is in the top half fo sure.

[@brucethegoose3515]

Generational talent.

[@darkraider8777]

Bot?

[@LifeOfLiana]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIiqZWZurd16opI vlog ;D

[@arwensiriustinuvieljoestar6149]

He is a great actor, the people who can’t visualize him out of twilight and classify him as a bad actor out of it really are pushing it. They are closing themselves so much to believe it because he has proven Over and over again the great actor he is, easy one of the best of his generation. I feared him The Devil all the time and The Lighthouse, loved him in twilight of course and now dearly wait for him in Batman, I’m sure he’ll do great

[@nola1439]

Not to mention twilight was a mega-success and it was partially bc of him. He did his job and self-evidently did it well. People who insist twilight and Pattinson are terrible are not the people who the series was made for, and they’re often people who just like to hate on anything that young girls are into because they’re perpetually in middle school.

[@bluecollar825]

Yeah that Twilight intro was tough to get over. Im not a fan I'll admit, but those were terrible movies. There was potential there too is what's so interesting about it. But take the baseball game scene for example, maybe it was memorable in the book, Idk, but it was soooo laughably bad in the movie lol. They could've just left it out the script smh. It served the story in no way other than to introduce the bad guys, and that could have been done so much easier. 💩👎👎

[@AliRaza-iw4bx]

@@nola1439 Twilight is a horrible movie lol

[@sloppyjoe4746]

You should probably be fearing him in Twilight, that character is as creepy as it gets.

[@reeseandrews7945]

can i hate twilight but still love robert?

[@Retroglamamour]

2:26 _“I could be so enthusiastic about something and the day of the audition my entire confidence would just collapse”_ The most relatable thing ever.

[@anshuuu9708]

People who were critiquing him for the Batman, just have a look at the beginning scene where he's looking at the boy and "something in the way" starts playing, that scene is enough to tell how much of an amazing actor he is, and how perfectly he has captured the whole theme.

[@nikkinewbie6014]

Does the scene hit you the same way if “something in the way” doesn’t kick in? I’m going to watch it again with the volume down but I think it’s one of the million instances in cinema where the score, soundtrack can make or break a scene becoming as significant as an actual flesh and blood character Not disagreeing with you necessarily but I’m really into soundtracks.

[@anshuuu9708]

Honestly, it doesn't hit that way without the soundtrack and yes ofc it plays a major role sooooo@@nikkinewbie6014

[@iputcreamcheeseinmyramen]

I find it hilarious that what the studios where afraid of (his performance as Edward being too emo and intense) is exactly what makes his portrayal of Edward so enjoyable (and funny), thank god he decided to play him as a broody serial killer!

[@bgorski6937]

@Johnny Depp where’s your check mark?

[@desmondcarlyle8980]

Which movie is broody serial killer @Nora

[@iputcreamcheeseinmyramen]

@@desmondcarlyle8980 Twilight, he doesn't literally play a serial killer, he plays the part of a vampire, but his interpretation is very similar to many serial killer characters

[@desmondcarlyle8980]

@ Nora okay. I understand now.

[@ElizabethsManyAdventures]

I think that whole mood he had is WHY it worked so well because she was immediately obsessed with him even though he wasn't charming in the least. ❤

[@stuffwithsoph8264]

Robert Pattinson is where you see the clear difference between actors who act for a job and actors who act due to passion and artistry. (Not that there is anything wrong with doing it for a job, both are valuable!)

[@thebadwolf3088]

Except for that Twilight saga, he did those for the money only The proofs are in his interview videos to promote the movies lol

[@batman-di8vq]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2GrqYOAm8icnJI Robert PattinsonThe batman tribute video song NIRVANA something in the way 🦇🦇🦇

[@Wolta]

@@thebadwolf3088 That makes me respect him more. For the longest time I thought he was legitimately passionate about that awful story.

[@thomascampbell350]

Rob has had such an interesting career so far in his life. He has such an interesting mind and quality about him

[@thomascampbell350]

@Nikolaj Coster-Waldau babe you didn’t even change your username for this

[@dyingofoldage118]

Robert Pattinson has put himself in my top 10 of actors just in the last few years

[@alecruz5136]

I have grown up watching all his movies since I was 13 years old now I am in my late twenties, I feel so proud of everything he has achieved.

[@ashish_sunny]

Can totally relate to that. Grew up on Harry Potter movies. Now I'm glad to see that hes one of the most sought after actOrs in the planet!

[@ImNotThatGoodAtGames]

Saaaaaaaaaame!!

[@alohaarianna]

agreed!

[@silvergameplay7580]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHPZgY2obdyhf7c 🦇💜

[@vangie1748]

I have seen all of his movies even the TV ones as I said Love by mother's handbook the haunted Airman

[@Trexcision]

I've said this for years, Good Time was extremely underrated and unacknowledged when it released. Robert's performance in that film was when I knew he was one of the best actors of our time.

[@mugflub]

He seems like such a chill dude who doesn’t take himself too seriously. Really likeable!

[@Chvse4U]

Robert Pattinson's role as Connie in Good Times totally flipped my perspective of him and since then he's created one of the most exciting film careers of recent date. Multiple genres, wildly different roles, brave and small personal stories. A true artist, made to seem lifeless through the Twilight series shoddy production, spending the next decade proving everybody wrong. Including me. I love that and respect him as an artist.

[@BareBandSubscription]

He’s so brilliant in Good Time. He embodied Connie so well, he felt real. Like, legitimately, I’ve known people like Connie in my life, and he _nailed it._

[@tazkhan]

Nicely put. 1000% agree. One the best in this generation.

[@leahscontemporary]

I love twilight and I love Robert. Can't unbind those two for me

[@AllisonChains64]

I really loved him in Remember Me as well! He's an amazing actor and I can't wait to see him in The Batman!

[@night_speed]

Completely agree. Goodtime totally changed my opinion of him and Tenet confirmed it.

[@lockerzstuff93]

He talks down about himself a lot but he’s one of my favorite actors. His range is what impresses me so much. He’s not afraid to do stuff that people would be like I can’t see you doing that… he does it and it’s usually a big success

[@garmen-]

Like Heath Ledgar

[@PhiLLyPhiLLz]

It’s very inspiring to hear all of the obstacles he overcame and the success he amassed.

[@S.A.N.503]

Rob has genuinely become one of my favorite actors. His performance in The Batman is by far the best out of the collection of Batman adaptations. It's literally my favorite film at the moment.

[@samir.ebrahim]

I like that he describes the movie without even remotely spoiling them. Excellent interview

[@arghyaneedsleep]

@@sylvibutterfly8763 Yeah but that's Harry Potter. It's a such a massive property that if you still don't know about then that's on you.

[@zirkag]

Why'd yer spill yer beans

[@badnbauji1207]

He speaks in American lingo with a British accent. Rob Pattinson for the win!!!

[@kellydonnelly3188]

This man is so charming idk how people still hate on him. He is a phenomenal actor and I have so much respect for him and how far he's gone. lol like I know this man or something

[@marchionessamoretto7326]

Some people are jealous of him

[@MADba111]

Remember seeing him in Rover. He still had Twilight stigma hanging over him at that time. But he was fantastic in it. Like really a phenomenal performance. At that moment I knew he was a much better actor then everyone thought. So glad he gets more roles now.

[@andyyang3029]

His acting in Tenet was amazing. The last scene where he leaves to go back had my tears welling up.

[@DoctorSess]

He honestly stole the show in a way. John Davis Washington was great though. Pattinson was also great in the Lighthouse.

[@baseexploits9512]

Was unreal in tenet

[@Velma80085]

I love everything about him. He's a phenomenal actor. He does both mainstream and indie films. He's clearly passionate about movies and acting, but doesn't take himself too seriously. He seems like a really cool person, too. I am very excited to see Batman! I think he'll be awesome.

[@pil3driverwaltz164]

Spot on

[@alomgirhussain488]

This aged well. Cos he was exactly that, AWESOME.

[@Eli-ld7qf]

Love his genuine personality and I’m so happy he proved himself as an actor

[@jaylee6769]

Hands down best batman ever. I was incredibly impressed and it takes a lot to impress me. He killed it. Way better than any other actor who played Batman. just captured the essence better and more purely than any other Batman film. It felt like the dark gritty comics. Incredible cinematography as well

[@KovacsxGaming]

Direction of the movie played a huge role. Robert pulled it off

[@efzedkay]

And the fact he had the mask on 90% of the time is mind boggling. You could see the emotions even when the mask was on, even when there was no dialogue. Just subtle changes in demeanor and movements spoke for itself. Is still can't get over the funeral scene.

[@philipphilip2661]

LMFAOOOOO nice ragebait 😂😂😂😂

[@LordHADESKS]

Keaton: *hold my batterang*

[@LordHADESKS]

Though he is a close second

[@Daemonic66]

What a completely honest and charming interview! This makes me think of him even greater as an actor like he fully immerses himself. Genius!

[@82ABN]

you know he lies in every interview right? like thats his thing

[@muffintv6273]

@@82ABN lies about ?

[@antonela0821]

@@82ABN not in every, he admitted he sometimes do it for fun lol, and once to stop a possible stalker. But I think that he was genuinely honest in this interview