Russell Crowe Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

[@CCitis]

Hes at the age where he needs to be cast as an middle aged medieval king or something. He oozes that character.

[@acrylicgodoy]

King of Rohan vibes

[@mikepaz8385]

Love that idea! But a true historical figure and not some fantasy ruler.

[@AceDeclan]

Why are they actually always middle aged.

[@ugenegurung3829]

Robert Baratheon vibe

[@ryanleninfan1337]

@@AceDeclan wise kings become wise over time in fantasy always they aren't instantly wise

[@phoenixilla2831]

He is always Gladiator for me .... “ father to a murdered son and husband to a murdered wife and I’ll have my vengeance in this life or the next “ the best dialogue ever ..

[@gerryn2]

That line and scene may be the top three for me in cinema ever.

[@Benedocta]

That's not a dialogue, that's a quintessential monologue.

[@xavierp7783]

That’s not dialogue dumbass

[@ACMilanHolland1]

its the line but most of all his voice, so deep, if you or i said it, it would be cringy, not if prime Russell crowe said it. i like his action movies, it suits him

[@nubianfx]

Are you not entertained? Is this not why you are here?????!!!

[@leonald723]

Russell naturally has two faces, when he is serious he looks cold and scary like a bad dude, but when he smiles, he looks friendly lovely and warm.

[@moodforever]

His eyes look scary asf ...

[@yiledute]

The funny uncle that you must never get angry

[@Komediennekymd2009]

Most definitely! His cruel side is definitely scary but highly entertaining

[@Hotsince83]

Yeah, true that. He definitely has a dual personality.

[@traceythompson1092]

@@Hotsince83 he's an actor....so it's called acting.

[@lorraineclark4413]

Master & Commander? The Nice Guys? A Beautiful Mind? This guy has done so many world-class perfomances, he doesn't even get around to 3 masterpieces!! And BTW, M&C and TNG are 2 of the most underrated movies ever. The Bettany/Crowe and Gosling/Crowe pairings were pure genius, one of drama & the other of comedy.

[@matgougeon3087]

Yep!!

[@Styl849]

A Beautiful Mind is just epic. I love that movie so much.

[@yvesrenzo9964]

I was REALLY hoping they'd include Master & Commander. That is a masterpiece right there.

[@cjmars822]

Master and Commander had the horrible luck of releasing in theaters along side Return of the King. I am fully convinced if that timing were different than Master and Commander would be very well known

[@smartenglishjp]

The next three days, Proof of life, Les Miserables, pretty amazing list of movies he has made

[@dmtakacs]

Absolutely loved him in Gladiator. Can't imagine anyone else in that role.

[@sgtn00dle]

They almost cast Mel Gibson

[@kianjones983]

@@sgtn00dle oh god, that would have been tragic

[@kianjones983]

@@rc6115 don’t even think I could have seen Gerard Butler as the Gladiator to be honest

[@conorhoney7776]

Mel Gibson would have smashed it

[@TomasNolanmossynolanmusic]

Can imagine 5 or 6

[@floatingplanet]

He played Captain Jack Aubrey very well in Master and Commander, one of the best naval films in history. An underrated movie.

[@loreedavis5988]

Russell should’ve won an Oscar for M&C, and what a magnificent movie that was. Fantastic.

[@loreedavis5988]

A riveting, masterful story with the amazing Russell Crowe and crew!

[@SystemUnderSiege]

That's what I came here for :|

[@rdhunkins]

He look mores like the Jack Aubrey of the novels now. He was too thin for it when they filmed it.

[@johnscurich6446]

That is the character I was hoping he would talk about.

[@Miketheratguy]

I remember when someone mentioned his angry behavior in an interview at one time. His response was something like "I don't owe you a good attitude. I owe you my best performance". I kind of respect that.

[@jenndowell6446]

Def respect that

[@isisbourgault1749]

Me lol may be but I was like us and I change. And am not supérieur at Any one sorry

[@thegorn]

I love that this wasn't a vanity fluff piece but was earnest, honest, and even self depreciating at times. Crowe seems to be in a good place in his life right now. Bravo to a champion. Well done, Mr Crowe.

[@Astrobrant2]

I'm thinking Scrooge in the next _A Christmas Carol_ ?

[@puertoruiz]

I don’t know how to explain this, but he’s very comforting here. Like, if I were to go into surgery then while waiting in the prep room, I’d want this Russell to comfort me with words of assurance.

[@milkbarMPLS]

I've always found him, and his type, comforting. More bark than bite, and typically great at hugs.

[@mattturner7531]

Finally, an actor who's not a plastic surgery disaster. Listening to one of the true stars of Hollywood in the past 20 years just talk films was really fun, just let him talk and share his experiences, great video.

[@woonping4782]

agreed

[@at2228]

@The Wraith not funny at all , he’s a legend who won an oscar so keep your opinion for yourself

[@at2228]

@The Wraith yeah keep your mouth open while legends make history

[@ittybittyyadira]

@@at2228 I honestly think he’s a very attractive man despite gaining weight, he’s charming and you can tell a down to earth person, I think people are obsessed so much with looks it’s tiring really.

[@at2228]

@@ittybittyyadira totally agree , he’s still hot and attractive

[@w.jasonspangler2952]

Crowe in LA Confidential is one of Hollywood’s most underrated performances of all time.

[@richardkovacs2006]

LA Confidential doesn't get thr love it deserves. Titanic just overshadowed it. What a pity. Thr whole cast was amazing.

[@Caledoniarose]

That was the first time I had ever seen him on film before. It had remained my favorite performance of his until Gladiator of course. Maximus...Crowes Magnum Opus!

[@Caledoniarose]

​@@richardkovacs2006Cromwell, Pierce, Spade, Devito and Bassinger even held her own with all the big boys in L. A. Confidential. Such a great ensemble cast of so many truly stellar performances. I felt transported back in time in that piece. So many visceral characters acted to perfection.

[@WxMcGee66]

This man must play as a king soon, it's time.

[@davisoaresalves5179]

Henry VIII is what I always thought he should play.

[@Vijay-tg7hf]

or an emperor

[@hugovega9855]

Chris Oly 🤣🤣

[@reyvilla8501]

King kong

[@TheMijman]

@shakhir r not even close. Henry VIII was an enormous man. Not a big guy.

[@JosePerez-ks1vd]

Hearing him speak so candidly and at points emotionally with quite a bit of humor shines an entirely new light on him as an individual..I like him so much as an actor but now I love him as a person..seems so down to earth

[@susannecoolkidsgerman7989]

I could not agree more. same feeling.

[@SFoureman]

I've never seen an interview of Russell Crowe. Pleasantly surprised to see him to be so thoughtful, insightful, gentle and lovely.

[@russellcrowe4579]

Thanks for the compliment my 💌 fan

[@chunjoglavi]

Yeah,yeah. You watch 25 min of ACTOR talking in front of CAMERA and that is enough for you to conclude the guy is "thoughtful, insightful, gentle and lovely". It's not wonder that so called celebrities can do anything as long as such naive people like you exist

[@drivingintothedesertuntilt3202]

OI TUGGA!

[@barochoc]

Love this guy. He’s very real, for the most part. He had it all and was happy to wander. It wasn’t about money, it was just pride and artistry. He feels like a pure artist.

[@mascall87]

He still comes across as a normal dude.

[@OlaEnglund]

I can listen to this for hours... what a legend.

[@Jasonbourne19741]

Me too

[@pOOL_pANTS]

thanks for supporting Trump! Trump2020

[@Iamthemonkeylord]

Sup Ola 🤘

[@rawbee8932]

@@pOOL_pANTS lol

[@scarto3887]

so could Russell

[@silverbulletstudios7638]

Imagine being SUCH a good actor (and seemingly down to earth) that you have great movies like - American Gangster, A Beautiful Mind, 3:10 to Yuma, Master and Commander and The Nice Guys and they don’t even get discussed. Wow

[@harryfromwork]

A Beautiful Mind is a masterpiece and he should have won an Oscar

[@harryfromwork]

The Quick and the Dead too

[@aprillovesgolf7042]

Les Miserable

[@swordguy4183]

He’s an outstanding actor in almost every movie he’s in and does anyone else get confused why he’s hated in les mis

[@pinkzeppelin1358]

So true.. Glad you pointed out.. ❤️❤️❤️d in all 'em masterpieces. 3:10 was a underrated classic, A Beautiful Mind - oscar-worthy masterpiece. I would also add Noah & The Next Three Days to the list. Just an awesome actor with great presence & voice. One of my all-time favourite.

[@tenduvaiilsindarin2876]

0:24 - Romper Stomper 2:18 - L.A. Confidential 6:28 - the Insider 13:09 - Cinderella Man 16:48 - Gladiator 20:46 - Robin Hood 23:12 - Unhinged

[@MrJLiles14]

Was looking for this thanks

[@nickroeder7512]

U the real mvp

[@abubakerbutt751]

thenks

[@greitasopelis5542]

U a hero

[@ezysix]

Thanks !

[@Lady_Vengeance]

The Insider is so criminally underseen, I’m happy it was represented here. That and Master and Commander deserve a bigger audience.

[@BigVolcanoTourism]

The Insider was not just about the tobacco industry, but also the selling out of news journalism. So I could underdtand how Crowe couldn't get a handle on who was the "lead character". He and Pacino did a wonderful dance. And that it's based on true events and real people, is even more compelling.

[@carolyna4484]

Very vaguely remember there was going to be a Master and Commander sequel...which was either cancelled by the studio due to cost or the original didn't do well enough. It was a good movie.

[@Lady_Vengeance]

@@carolyna4484 Yep it was considered a bit of a bomb. There was a lot of talk about the title not testing well and the studio not knowing how to market the movie. Ridiculous because it’s such a great film-writing, directing, characters, action set pieces, historical accuracy, all the way across the board.

[@janmarchand7294]

One of the best actors I've ever watched. He effortlessly commands your attention because he's that good. It seems like this man can take any role and make it his own.

[@susannecoolkidsgerman7989]

I think so too!

[@russellcrowe7344]

Hello my gorgeous day I want to use this opportunity to say thank you for your continuous love and support through the years I really appreciate.

[@MsBizzyGurl]

Star quality.

[@officialmanagement5964]

Hello

[@rickspringfield339]

@@susannecoolkidsgerman7989 Thanks for your supports am glad to know i have such devoted fans like you ❣️💗💖

[@DPR-GENX]

Gladiator is still high on the list of the most emotionally riveting films I have ever enjoyed and one of Hanz Zimmer's best sound tracks as well.

[@johnmccullough251]

As many accolades as Russell Crowe gets/has gotten, he’s still an under rated actor. He’s phenomenal. He’s good in everything.

[@praba991ify]

He got an Oscar so he's not an underrated actor

[@cfrincon]

Yeah including eating.

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

@@praba991ify Two Oscars

[@gauravw6947]

@@Woozlewuzzleable Two Oscars??? Where did you get this wrong information?

[@SpirithunterBOMB]

@M J that was newton

[@Ethnography1000]

This really showed Russel’s intelligence, insightfulness and willingness to learn new aspects of modern Western society.

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Spanish Italian NRIC Card

[@russellcrowe4579]

Thanks my fan

[@matthewsmith2682]

This shows the Australian education system, manifest.

[@TheSammami]

I could watch him talk forever. So elequent. Great story teller.

[@sandip471]

Russel Crowe looking like he's about to do a biopic of Gabe Newell :D

[@vaishukrish6507]

Right?? He's also really funny, I didn't know he would be, that's pretty cool

[@johngomez5170]

But he looks like literal trash

[@russellcrowe7344]

Hello my gorgeous day I want to use this opportunity to say thank you for your continuous love and support through the years I really appreciate.

[@EanTheNintendoKid]

I can't believe you didn't have him talk about "Russell Crowe: Fightin 'Round the World" where he goes on adventures with his trusty tugboat named "Tugger"

[@evanhayes5891]

The average Chinese man can grow up to 5 feet tall!

[@zacheryp813]

Literally his greatest role

[@Bucketheadhead]

I came here looking for this comment, and now I’ve found it. I can leave this video a happy man.

[@iSpoota]

He also beat cancer in that role, so amazing!

[@lewstone5430]

@@evanhayes5891 but you have to water them.

[@andresc1143]

Anyone else get goosebumps when Mr. Crowe says “My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius..” Scorsese is right. You remember moments.

[@drinkspecials]

yes

[@scottandrew8906]

Ya that moment is one of the most epic in film history.

[@beachboy13600]

I get chubb

[@josephkelley8641]

Scorsese coached a pal through a rewrite of my pal's first film - the input and "notes" were just incredible said our pal. Turned script into award-winner. .

[@roberts1572]

He was definitely right! You do remember moments. Ahhh... Reminds me of one of my favorite moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Tony Stark tell Thanos he is Iron man

[@pfranks75]

Russell Crowe is an amazing actor and my favorite for awhile now. He seems like a genuine person and kind. He is very articulate.

[@russellcrowe4579]

My beautiful fan I appreciate your compliment

[@r3dhorse]

And fightin round the world.

[@davidgaines9892]

The Guy Pearce story is gold! Their chemistry on-screen together is the main reason (out of many) why “L.A. Confidential” remains one of my favorite films of the 90’s. Great interview!!

[@Arch3an]

Yeah, that story is great. They did really well together in LA Confidential.

[@vetoland92]

Russell is such a down to earth dude. Could listen to him talk for hours.

[@NooDLES411911]

DEMS FOIGHTIN WORDS!

[@Nicholas_Chen_]

Yeah can totally sit down and have a pint with him in a pub lol

[@juanmauriciolatorremartine9598]

Agreed!

[@jon4715]

NooDLES411911 Fight'n round tha world

[@Hassooona]

He absolutely smashed Gladiator, I can never get tired of that film. Must of watched it over 20 times.

[@MrFunkhauser]

It's a classic and a masterpiece of storytelling and drama.

[@Sigillum_diaboli]

I’ve never watched it is it good?

[@matt82403]

theburntmatches no they hated it

[@RobertMichael]

Same!

[@dannyeye1]

Must of.

[@angelinaangelina3218]

Loved the Guy Pierce story and how he so easily admitted he was a jealous guy. A genuinely lovely man 👌

[@AlphaQHard]

I wasnt planning on sitting through the whole thing, but here I am. He’s a natural story teller

[@amirulafiq8883]

Dammit Kevin

[@pgpro8691]

Same with me I almost changed videos a few minutes in but he got me.

[@psychic_records]

You should check out his "recent" interview on Stern. Good stuff!

[@Ownyx]

Same lol

[@EpicBunty]

For real!

[@JFinSD2]

Am I the only one who is surprised that his character in Master and Commander didn't make the list?

[@kevinkorenke3569]

You are not, MaC was the first title I looked for when scanning ahead in the video.

[@taylorlentz8734]

I am livid lol

[@bigb3n011]

Great movie

[@foskco87]

Sadly somehow what I would consider one of the greatest films of all time seemed to just slip by everyone unnoticed. I dont get why but it never got the credit it deserved. A lot of people, even the ones that would like it, don't know it even exists. I don't get it. I mean there is no other film like Master and Commander. It is one of a kind. It just feels so real. Like you are actually there in that moment in time on that ship.

[@TTFerdinand]

@@foskco87 I agree. I never get tired of watching Master and Commander. I can't see why Russell wouldn't mention it, the film was epic and truly one of a kind.

[@masterxyr]

he's such a natural storyteller. So engaging, just like a page turner, hooks you in, and by the end you wanna be mates with the guy

[@NoStress90s]

just say hes a good story teller lol no need to elaborate

[@NoStress90s]

and no, i dont want to mate with the guy

[@shukun-luxxy]

NoStress90s To mate with someone, and to be someone’s mate are two different things buddy. English doesn’t seem to be your strongest feat.

[@romanj5256]

Shukun - luxxy hes american

[@TheAbsurdist86]

Steady

[@jigsawsaw455]

I think his role in 3:10 to Yuma was phenomenal. Shame they didn't even bother to mention it

[@little_fluffy_clouds]

That was a fantastic movie and he was fantastic in it

[@Luguash1]

Yes, amazing movie 👌

[@dgcaz1]

One of my favorite movies. Just exceptional.

[@crazyhorse2995]

Yes. The chemistry between him n Bales wife was almost palpable thru th screen.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

@@little_fluffy_clouds - I've seen it and can't even remember what he did in '3:10 to Yuma' !

[@fr-tigerfangs7039]

Russel Crowe in Gladiator was not only an impeccable actor, he got so deeply under the skin of his character that it's simple IMO: Maximus is my top favorite character of any movie ever made.

[@jackbauer5455]

Awesome that you enjoyed the movie for me I think Russel had a better performance in some of his other movies not because of any criticism on his acting skills more due to the script of the movie which is one of the reasons I hear that it had to be rewritten many times during the production however with what he had he did a great performance and had some memorable lines.

[@lloydgarmadon4349]

What movie?

[@fr-tigerfangs7039]

@@lloydgarmadon4349 😁

[@zdclips459]

It’s so mesmerising i can’t not watch it if it’s on tv, just incredible, best acting of all time.

[@TheTwarag]

gladiator is the only movie, ive ever shed a tear whilst watching.

[@brianhildebrand1816]

His peaceful, reflective reponse to his career choices have left me with the feeling that he is a solid, self-actualized person of great character. I'd like to sit with this type of person and have a strong drink or even a mild green tea and discuss what comes next and why. He looks peaceful to me...and that is a grand measure of a (hu)man.

[@julies3175]

Bravo! Very well said

[@jburdsinfuse]

The problem with Russel Crowe is that he would have a drink. And then like 30 more, get irate, and try to throw you out of a window.

[@jadedavis822]

He’s n the wagon ...now and it looks good on him

[@Dragomicha]

i could say this about u my brother

[@LeadershipAlliance]

Beautifully stated. Thank you.

[@countchoculitis1528]

That decapitation was such a nice touch. It gave the character a sense of being so much at the top of his game he's bored and getting creative just to entertain himself. Really cool that Crowe came up with it, it's clear he really understood the scene he was in.

[@peepinR]

If Master and Commander had been released one year earlier or later. His role as Capt. Jack Aubrey would be the one we'd be talking about. One of my favorite movies of all time. I watch it every few months every year. Excellent, excellent movie!

[@blindlobster]

You should see the Hornblower movies featuring Ioan Gruffuld (perhaps misspelled), they are better than Master and Commander (if my opinion, no offence intended towards you).

[@homefront3162]

yup

[@Nicholas_Chen_]

Captain Jack Aubrey is more of a kind, straightforward man with great leadership and temper. I personally found Johnny Depp Captain Jack Sparrow more legendary but that’s just me.

[@wongjefx980]

So true that Capt. Jack and Horatio Hornblower were great characters set in the Napoleonic wars, but Captain Morgan is the best...his rum is delicious.

[@peepinR]

@@blindlobster I'll take a look. Thanks for the suggestion.

[@ArthurKonze]

A beautifull mind? Master & Commander? But great you asked him about Robin Hood.... 🤢

[@Ph33NIXx]

yeah... Master and Commander over Robin hood...

[@xxora6568]

master and commander is one of the most underated films of all time

[@johndubiel1149]

@@xxora6568 it's a real shame they didn't follow the books closer could have been an amazing series of movies.

[@joedigregorio2278]

Or how about broken city. I know he wasn’t the lead but still was a great movie

[@Hillcapper1]

I’m betting he got to choose what films he wanted to talk about.

[@PercivalC]

No Master and Commander coverage for his role as Jack Aubrey, but his Robin Hood rendition made the cut? Come on GQ.

[@jamo3976]

It’s my favorite movie

[@KeyDash753]

Also no Beautiful Mind, his other Oscar nom after Insider and Gladiator. I also loved 3:10 to Yuma and the Nice Guys. And it may be a trashy B movie, but I always loved him in Virtuosity. He's just had so many good roles, I suspect they recorded bits on more movies and just used the best stories.

[@kevinanderson7736]

Good point,i was waiting for it and then saw your comment and decided to watch something else.Still interesting to show how we all age.Wish i was young again.

[@simonbarr9476]

Exactly - he's great in that role, superb movie. I;d love to see a sequel.

[@MonsieurCKC]

I would add also "A beautiful mind"

[@tdogskitchen]

He is astounding in every role he has ever played. He is also one of the coolest, most down to Earth people it seems. Love you Mr. Crowe!

[@jabber26ab]

So articulate & engaging Russell is, these GQ break downs are a hit & miss for me, you can tell 3 min in if the speaker is going to keep you hooked or not. I found myself wanted to watch Russell speak for hours. Fantastic video

[@archiegow1382]

0:24 Romper Stomper 2:18 L.A Confidential 6:28 The Insider 13:08 Cinderella Man 16:48 Gladiator 20:47 Robin Hood 23:12 Unhinged

[@Dolan.Lovendahl_Presents]

So disappointed he didn't talk about "The Nice Guys" which was a very different role for him!

[@juanmauriciolatorremartine9598]

What about “A Beautiful Mind”!

[@Breen09]

Mystery Alaska??? LOL!

[@ayyywerelisteninghere1022]

Where is Master & Commander? 😡😡😡

[@brianriback6285]

I’m shocked he didn’t discuss A Beautiful Mind. Great video though!

[@mckinneyguy]

Totally comfortable with himself. Thats a real man.

[@scarto3887]

he's always been comfortable with himself,in a loving way.

[@dianaherrera6306]

Totally agreed

[@motometalracer]

bahahahahaa

[@JOEL00111]

He looks like rosannes human now.

[@jasontecher798]

A real man has a bf % under 15%

[@AspyreFGC]

I still to this day get goosebumps when Maximus takes off his helmet to reveal his identity to Commodus. What a powerful scene.

[@chicawhappa]

It's a great film all around.

[@melvert33]

The South Park version looks true to life! He's done some great films though

[@Surfishy888]

Exactly

[@inbloom08]

Timeless film

[@zanea6820]

what a great big powerful vast big great scene wow

[@SomebodyelseBiteme]

The first time I saw Russell Crowe was in “The Quick and the Dead”. He spent most of the movie chained to a pillar in this old West town. He was totally unknown here in the U.S but Jesus, I couldn’t take my eyes off him. Saw “Romper Stomper” after that. I loved young Russell Crowe so much. And then (after “Gladiator”) he got old and doughy and had some bad report cards in the School of Being Civil to Other People and my love disappeared. This interview was great. I’ve never seen/heard Crowe speak so eloquently and with such love towards the people he’s made movies with. So - great interview , GQ or whoever made this happen.

[@gladiator7746]

Probably no one will ever exceed his perfect skill in Gladiator.

[@CriticoolHit]

And to think they were out the literally just wingin' it.

[@marcusporciuscato6404]

@@CriticoolHit Hence the magnificence.

[@AndwiguZ]

I made the mistake of rewatching it lately and my god we have come a long way with fight scenes since then. Story and acting is still marvelous, but the fights looks like a B-film compared to todays movies.

[@leoskelton3471]

Greta Of The Corn “Ha” you’re just doing it for attention. Pretty sad

[@MissCaraMint]

@rockn roll Yeah. As someone who has done a bit of fighting, Gladiator looks so authentic.

[@kulio1214]

No talking about Master and Commander? One of his best films.

[@jasonbuter9493]

that and virtuosity.

[@blackalien6873]

LOVE that movie!

[@clayton896]

And A Beautiful Mind. Nominated for an Oscar in this.

[@jhanluisorta2519]

Yes, my main man.

[@marclelieveld718]

Yes! I love that film!

[@ariziman]

I remember how transfixed I was with Russell Crowe's role as Maximus. Such a perfect movie; great acting and the story line included 'divine retribution'.

[@Astrobrant2]

"Divine retribution", yes. But, of course, at a tragic cost.

[@sweetiepie1372]

Love Russell as an actor and combined with Ridley, magnificent. Anything the duo works on, I want to see. Nobody mentions Russell's voice. Love his voice. He modulates it beautifully for a part. Gladiator, that vengeance clip, he brings gravitas to it using his eyes and that voice. Love it.

[@russellcrowe4579]

Wow, thanks for the complement

[@sweetiepie1372]

@@russellcrowe4579 no, thank YOU, for the years of entertainment and pleasure. It's much appreciated.

[@белла-шим]

I always remark his amazing voice. 😊 it is special, so deep and attractive

[@MaryCraig-gi3op]

Yes I love his voice his eyes and his beautiful smile

[@gigidayz6936]

His voice is absolutely mesmerizing!

[@A427-w2v]

Such a great career I wish he would've talked about "American Gangster" but more than anything I wish he would've talked about "The Nice Guys" (soooo underrated, need a sequel ASAP).

[@localwarlord]

Just think lies

[@gregthesplintercell]

I actually clicked on this to hear him speak on American Gangster.

[@RoulinBrooks]

I could have listened to another hour. He's got such a great presence.

[@NomeCultJoe]

meet him in real life, i promise you will not still think that :(

[@DJWRailroad]

@@NomeCultJoe - or search for some of his vids where he's literally whining, crying (actually crying), etc. Otherwise, we literally had to struggle through the one Crowe film we managed to watch (can't recall, he was that memorable).

[@stevenobrien557]

@@NomeCultJoe Google the Walkley award winning story "I was Russell Crowe's stooge"

[@noeliabolivia3889]

It’s like listening my dad telling me about his working days. Russell’s such an amazing actor.

[@hellovanite]

love him or hate him this man has a passion in him that imparts on his acting in a way that is so rare. A brilliant actor

[@lukewilliam3601]

He's a great story teller. His laugh is infectious.

[@vperkv6554]

I know right, im fully immersed

[@darkorse9752]

His laugh is like covid

[@pablovagnor]

It's REAL & GENUINE. not acted.

[@vperkv6554]

@@darkorse9752 wht ? Not real 😉

[@Euripides_Panz]

He seems able to tell a story in just about any situation. He should try his hand at writing.

[@PB-cx2ni]

I love everything about Russell Crowe. His acting is fantastic, his ability to express himself so clearly (with that great accent) and how genuine he is just puts him right at the top of my list.

[@steenky01]

xD

[@danastewart3494]

# proud Aussie here - lucky to say I met him at a private party back in the late 90’s me and my friends band were performing there 😊

[@kanegarvey3188]

Slowly turning into Robert Baratheon lmao talking about Gladiator: “Gods I was strong back then!”

[@brianbaratheon]

I literally cracked up and fell apart.

[@Wayoutthere]

BRING THE BREASTPLATE STRETCHER!!

[@josephkush1032]

"Get the breastplate stretcher!"

[@bearholdensharkslux4791]

@@josephkush1032 "your too fat for your armor"

[@kanegarvey3188]

D2 E2 “So get...MORE.”

[@ChampChamp2024]

I’ve just watched the next 3 days and here I am now lol Russell Crowe to me is one of the greatest actors to ever grace our screens

[@boongonewild]

He will always be Maximus, no matter how old he gets.

[@mrmaxaxl]

And fat 🍺🎂🍪🍩🍨🍫🍔🍕

[@calicojack3628]

Now he looks like Proximo

[@peebay3515]

Maximus Guttimus. He's so fat now. Gross

[@wreality4712]

@@calicojack3628 hahahaha that's a good observation

[@digitalfanboy6557]

even robin hood and jor-el as well

[@lizzaroyal957]

Such a wonderful interview. I love how animated Russell is and his account of things are always filled with humour. Such a great human. Love ya Russ

[@rickspringfield339]

Thanks for your supports am glad to know i have such devoted fans like you ❣️💗💖

[@johnstrawb3521]

@Lizza Royal What a charming fella he is. Bravo. --This makes me want to see Robin Hood but also to skip Unhnged. Imagine a 90 minute film focused on a man whose thought processes the script and the actor don't want to explore! Huge mistake. Still, we'll always have Master and Commander.

[@builderbob6536]

until he throws a phone at you

[@desfoley6335]

Really loved this breakdown, he's such a powerful actor and very intense, but has a very soft and smiley face when he's enjoying himself. His portrayal of Bud Whit in LA confidential is why i keep watching the film over and over

[@TheHiltonblake]

I can promise you, Russell - breaking down your most iconic characters was by NO means boring.. It was very interesting to hear you speak about the characters that you played.. Your a great actor..

[@CarolanIvey]

He's got one of those voices I could listen to all day, even if he's just reading the phone book.

[@johnmac91]

I think this is the first time I've ever heard him speak with his real accent. It's weird to hear it.

[@francobenevento7598]

Brilliant actor. That scene in Gladiator, when he removes his helmet/mask is the best scene in the history of cinema.

[@crazyeyeskillah]

Dude, Gladiator gets me so hyped! I'm with the crowd shouting "Maximus, maximus", awesome role!

[@keesdevreugd9177]

Second best. The best is and always will be Rutger Hauers speech in Blade Runner: I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain. Time to die.

[@granjaciafarms]

@@keesdevreugd9177 no way! "Going in one more round when you don’t think you can - that’s what makes all the difference in your life." Rocky :D

[@TimmyCrackCorn]

@@keesdevreugd9177 That's a tough one ... they are equally great, but effect me in different ways. The Blade Runner scene fills me with wonder, sadness and empathy. The Gladiator line gives me chills and stirs something primal inside you ... and is just awe-inspiring. Funny enough, both directed by Ridley Scott ... go figure.

[@exploringcolorado720]

Not even close...there are hundreds of better scenes. Here are two of them: The last ten minutes of Last of the Mohicans and the gas station scene in No Country for Old Men.

[@VintageAbed]

Can't believe you didn't ask about "The Nice Guys" and the chemistry him and Gosling had in that movie. That movie is so good and needs a sequel asap.

[@deadarmd]

You fell off didn't you?!! You took a header off the balcony??

[@VintageAbed]

@@deadarmd " I think I'm invincible, I don't think I can die"

[@EddwardScissorhands]

How could they leave out A beautiful mind! Still makes me cry. Beautiful movie 🍻

[@TheRetrostorian]

Can't talk about that, our psychologist overlords don't like being second guessed.

[@swanhtet1]

@@TheRetrostorian Can you explain more? I really want to know.

[@TrueLunacy]

@@TheRetrostorianpsychiatry is fraud

[@Afineaddition]

I'm so glad Crowe got LA Confidential over Penn. He perfectly embodied the brutal but vulnerable tough guy persona.

[@jstratton1981]

No kidding. I cant imagine sean penn as dec. White whatsoever nor doing the role justice like crowe delivered in spades on.

[@LoganWood121]

100% He's my favorite character and my favorite role for Crowe.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

I can not remember any of Penn's movie, while Crowe is in many memorable ones !

[@riedud]

Apparently he's a normal dedicated artist and actor. Seems proud and passionate to be a part of the film world. I enjoyed this.

[@kikia6611]

He's been consistently great in every role he plays....and he has the best voice. Interesting to know he's part Maori... great grandmother or something.

[@christennant8690]

When he takes off his helmet and turns to speak with Caesar it still gives me shivers, 20 years later.

[@Pazuzu82]

Commodus?

[@christennant8690]

@@Pazuzu82 yes Commodus was Caesar at that time

[@Timsterest]

@@Pazuzu82 Caesar was the title for a roman Emperor

[@elliotchinneryhinks8554]

The way he spoke about Gladiator was epic, side note, their version of Robin Hood is so underrated.

[@ClayBlasdel44]

There is no more iconic character than Captain Jack Aubrey in Peter Weir's masterpiece, Master and Commander. It was not only Crowe's best role, it could be the best movie of the last 50 years. There is not one false note in it. Why is it missing? I could listen to Russell Crowe talk all day. What a creative mind.

[@docentediottoni]

Why wasn't that masterpiece mentioned!!!!! Master and Commander is one of the few movies that I can watch over and over again.

[@michaeldonovan4793]

agreed...that and beautiful mind..strange he doesn't mention either...

[@antestanic2964]

@@michaeldonovan4793 cause they didn`t ask.

[@benleeper332]

M & C is one of those movies that almost every historian agrees is one of the most perfect adaptations of a historical sequence. Phenomenal movie.

[@norton90]

It’s crap, grow up

[@buryitdeep]

I never realised what a distance there is between Russell Crowe and other actors. This man is a performer, an actor, a phenom, a force of reckoning. Others just show up and play themselves.

[@BrandonChaunceyOfficial]

Or maybe he's also playing himself but he's just a douche

[@nobody-mq6qi]

"HE WAS A SOLDIER OF ROME. HONOR HIM" Lucilla to the Roman guards.

[@rickybobby8673]

Who will help me carry him? More like who will help me roll him

[@wht-rabt-obj]

Russell's eyes are SO expressive. I was never a huge Russell Crowe fan, per se...but, he's very interesting.

[@MaryCraig-gi3op]

Yes he is his eyes his voice and his beautiful smile

[@patriciafenwick5846]

He also has a lively smile

[@blindsniper9794]

Jolly Russell Crowe may not be the Russell Crowe we want, but he's the Russell Crowe we need right now.

[@vperkv6554]

You mean " MAY NOT BE THE RUSSELL CROWE WE DESERVE " , NOT WANT . FIXED IT FOR YA. 😉

[@carlodave9]

No one can touch Orson Welles as Falstaff in Chimes at Midnight. But Crowe is seasoning up nice to maybe give him run for his money. Someday.

[@48thRonin...]

Russell is the anti Bruce Willis.

[@abewilcox4560]

Best KZbin comment

[@theblopperify]

I think you'll find he's the one we want and need right now

[@janmuller7436]

Russell Crowe looks like the Dude and Walter merged in one person

[@jermaineonealnumber7]

Yeah, well, you know, that's just like, euh, your opinion, man.

[@wolfiecaps_]

lmao spot on

[@TTZ316]

This made my day

[@soniakucharz1689]

Good eye! lol

[@RED01SEA]

can we get this to 1k likes you can check this kzbin.info/www/bejne/baGoc3-jgJ6ZicU

[@MagikarpMaestro]

Russell is such a cool/chilled guy. He's one of only a few famous actors who seems like you could have a beer with him and not be overwhelmed by their fame. Seems stupidly down to earth and friendly.

[@HorrorBr1nger]

I bet Keanu Reeves also can agree to drink a beer with u without any "airs".... But well - most likely even if he will be friendly etc. u sill get overwhelmed by his fame;) So its just perspective... some people have appearance\atmosphere that is more approachable, and if they do not make an effort to create such impression - this means that you just subconsciously see them this way

[@gonzalovazquezavila535]

@@HorrorBr1nger The air is filled with people sucking Keanu off. Talking about how "chill" Keanu is isn't noteworthy anymore, I mean, It's been said a million times

[@drunkenmasterii3250]

chill is not usually an adjective I see used for Russell Crowe, I mean didn't he have a bunch of anger management problems at some point?

[@aldoagnellini756]

I felt the same way

[@joshuanicely8722]

Southpark did a whole episode of this guy.."fightin' 'round the world "lol. Check it out, Russell will drink a beer and punch you in the face haha. Don't get me wrong I'm a huge fan but he's kind of punchy lol.

[@Dave-in-France]

"Russel Crowe" - great man, great actor. Seen Romper Stomper, LA Confidential, Robin Hood, Master and Commander and the truly excellent Gladiator and loved them all.

[@ghibli608]

You can never be boring, Mr. Russell. I’d love to listen to you and your stories even more.

[@RobAuchincloss]

It’s really sad that he didn’t go over his incredible character in a beautiful mind

[@svenwagner4710]

Well it’s not really a character since it’s about a real person

[@ALBUMOF2008]

That film is incredible

[@svenwagner4710]

Erik , yh well maybe since both are about a real person the explanation would be similar. But idk i just tried to find a reason for it

[@user-vc5rp7nf8f]

yeah, wth. that was one of his most iconic roles

[@Zatsify]

I wept it was so good

[@coreydiculous]

Russell Crowe looks like that uncle who is the top salesman at a car dealership and always schedules a Hawaiian vacation during the family reunion.

[@him050]

That is unbelievably specific yet so true

[@BubbaSimmz]

Who wouldn’t want a Hawaiian vacation over a family reunion?! Lol

[@coneheadzmusic1460]

😂😂😂

[@monkeytennis8861]

@@samlosco8441 what a load of rubbish

[@CrashCarson14]

Or the guy who drink a case of Keystone everyday

[@gildaolsen2888]

In Gladiator, I felt so emotional thorough the movie, that was an incredible rendering. As well as, every character that he had played in other movies, were acted so realistically, that I felt as if it had really happened. My respect goes to this actor. He truly deserves the Oscars that had been given to him. 🙏

[@cat_glove]

He seems like such a nice bloke. I like how humble he comes across.

[@lexaharpell5196]

He is quite humble and approachable in person - he is his own man. I've seen it in Sydney, Aust.

[@clacclackerson3678]

www.smh.com.au/national/i-was-russell-crowes-stooge-20060607-gdnp6a.html

[@cat_glove]

@@clacclackerson3678 wow, that's an incredible article. Thanks for that.

[@A1Authority]

AS FAR AS these "Breaks down his most iconic characters" vids go, it's nice to finally see someone actually Iconic enough to have iconic characters.

[@Komediennekymd2009]

That part! Lol

[@laerciomabota2117]

Russel Crowe is a very cool, authentic and genuinely nice guy. Most of the movies he did are on my top ten genre by genre

[@PilotHardy]

We obviously need a Part 2...

[@jamesisaphotographer]

That’s how you know who’s a true great.

[@D25Bev]

Unpopular opinion, i loved Robin Hood. Everyone should watch The Nice Guys though.

[@hullo8246]

I loved both those movies a ton

[@leoSaunders]

@@hullo8246 . me too. i loved his robin hood

[@BloopsnBleeps]

Loved his Robin Hood as well

[@jakewatson668]

I enjoyed both a lot too

[@MarsLonsen]

@Braders Malone yeh, it quickly became one of my favorite movies

[@will-lund]

I don't know if enough people realize the high quality of acting advice he's giving here... for free.

[@kindredspiritzz66]

guess if i was an actor or wanted to be one id maybe care

[@will-lund]

@@kindredspiritzz66 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gmTHqYB9r9loo7c

[@cody7657]

Russell Crowe is so underrated, and still one of the best actors of his generation. Love this guys acting and commitment to his characters

[@JohnFisherChoir]

He’s hardly underrated, he’s one of the most famous people in the world

[@TheJoshuko]

I wouldn't say he's underrated, but he's had his fair share of controversies that damaged his reputation

[@mg19cal]

I got to say I'm hard-pressed to call a best actor Oscar winner underrated

[@timothymonaghan8875]

Underrated?! He's on the A-List.. he's iconic!

[@Dub-C]

Underrated....The most used word on KZbin

[@kellielaine5848]

Maximillian on A Good Year - priceless movie and performance for the entire cast. Ridley Scott's masterpiece - a perfect movie.

[@enlumineresse]

I love that film.. very underrated

[@Jetski1603]

Master & Commander is one of the best movies ever made.

[@TheWhiteRabbit727]

Facts.

[@davebarrowcliffe1289]

True.

[@dianeaustin2414]

I could not agree more.

[@alexwhite2377]

Is it in this video?

[@michaelmcgivern8850]

The books are great too!

[@malcolmk2878]

Why is John Goodman talking about Russell Crowe's iconic characters? Kidding. This was great to listen to. Hands down one of the greatest actors of his generation.

[@marcusbond]

Exatamente igual ao John Goodman

[@Solidsteakx]

Boooo!!

[@joeco333]

I thought the John Goodman resemblance also.

[@-MaxXxuS-]

No Master and Commander? Come on, it's the best one

[@miudinho22]

Indeed!!!

[@gdbalck]

Killick! Killick there!

[@MarioFunk]

Seriously!!

[@dangoldbach6570]

Agreed. Fawking awesome movie if anyone reading this hasn't seen it yet

[@DanielVerberne]

I LOVE the tone and pace of Master and Commander. It's like it's never in a rush to be the film that Hollywood wants it to be, it's stylish, it's realistic, it's a great film.

[@Bear-Ur2ez]

I really enjoyed watching this video . I like being able to see and understand his take on what moves he's chosen to do and why . And kind of his thought process on how he wants to portray the character . He is in fact a very versatile and amazing actor and one of my favorites . Thank you for sharing this with the world .

[@xslonk]

I could listen to him talk about his stories for hours

[@DanM16]

He seems like a really fun dude with a great sense of humor, that Guy Pierce story was hilarious...

[@johnners3345]

Fun guy until he starts fighting you for no reason

[@constancemiller3753]

😘

[@scottsycamore478]

He's Australian. I just want to give the entire continent one big hug.

[@HartmutJagerArt]

@@johnners3345 What 'no reason' ? ? ?

[@noahpaulajka6575]

Glad to see so many people in the comments upset that they didn't include master and commander. I am too as it's easily my favorite of his performances. Good actor that he is, it's one of the very few of his roles that I totally forget that it's him. He is so believable and is such a presence throughout the film, as well as having great chemistry with Paul Bettany.

[@LS-ki9ft]

One of my favorite actors. So many great movies that he has done: Gladiator, L.A. Confidential, and The Insider are my favorites. The scenes between him and Al Pacino in the The Insider were super intense.

[@galanakagalactus903]

Robin Hood is also great. Probably Russel Crowe's most underrated role.

[@ChevitosJourney]

I'm surprised he didn't talk about his role in "American Gangster" - he was great in that!

[@riverdaletales8457]

I'm surprised he didn't talk about his health he's a fatty he let him self go he's a slob .

[@alvinjohn6682]

@@riverdaletales8457 everyone been there mate, he enjoying his self

[@timumbra2476]

Riverdale tales slob has done more than you kiddo

[@AkBirdman17]

@@riverdaletales8457 and yet he is still more handsome than you.

[@erenjaegerbomb8653]

@@riverdaletales8457 hi troll 👋if you read the title, it says he discusses film roles, so I don't know why you're surprised 🤷‍♂️ age happens to all of us, but becoming a twisted hateful person doesn't. He certainly seems to have a happy, healthy mind and disposition, so seems far healthier than you, I hope I'm still that healthy when I'm his age