Sebastian Stan Says ‘I’ve Missed’ Marvel & talks A24 Film 'A Different Man'

Sebastian Stan is back at Sundance this year for the world premiere of A24’s “A Different Man,” co-starring Adam Pearson and Renate Reinsve. The three actors joined director Aaron Schimberg at the Variety Studio presented by Audible to discuss the film, which centers on an aspiring actor with a facial disability who undergoes a radical medical procedure to transform his appearance that proves to be his downfall.
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[@Randymountaine]

I love how Sebastian wears pants big enough so everyone can fit inside them. He's so thoughtful

[@roshinvarghese6879]

What did you just say

[@shaynejenkins446]

Same pants Whoopi wears

[@precioustraveler]

[@no_longer_]

😭

[@ReadyPlayerTomVR]

I THOUGHT THAT WAS A BLANKET!

[@yhnio6928]

I like how Sebastian answers the questions, he always seems to redirect the light for other people to shine.

[@mrxman581]

Indeed. There is a humble aire to his demeanor. I like that about people, especially people in the public eye. I first saw him in the TV series Once Upon a Time where he played the Mad Hatter.

[@theyshouldhavenevergivenme5439]

His last name is not Stan for nothing

[@Richardwho-vv5bh]

@@mrxman581 i remember him in that role. I miss OUAT.

[@BangDman]

whats up with his face is it makeup?

[@eldritchbidoof]

he does, although he definitely wears the pants in this one I'd say

[@pamelac81]

Sebastian Stan never cares about image or look when comes to a role that is so admirable about him.

[@GorcStew]

Which is why he wears skinny jeans, has a six pack and wears more hair product than everybody's g/f?

[@danielmartins8929]

@@GorcStew But he didn't care about being fat in "The Devil all the time" or being disgusting in "The apprentice"

[@GorcStew]

@@danielmartins8929 he purposely gained weight for those roles lol. And even if that wasn't the case, letting yourself go isn't "admirable"

[@eldritchbidoof]

@@GorcStewoh, is that what we're calling those pants he has on? skinny jeans?

[@rstarr14]

I can tell he doesn't care about image as he wears extremely fashionable garbage trends.

[@xaalcarlsonanimations1539]

I’m not gonna lie Adam talking passionately about the art was a joy to see. Seems like he’s a genuine actor and artist and not just a show piece. Also seems like he’s set not to just be a token. I genuinely respect that. Hope his career continues and he does well

[@kai-xq5nt]

im so happy we're able to see and listen to sebas again, I MISSED HIM SOOOO MUCH

[@angelsunemtoledocabllero5801]

Quackity

[@Karl_Drogo55]

Did something happen

[@jarg8]

Um... He's been available to see and listen to for quite some time

[@levischorpioen]

I've seen Adam in another A24 outing, Under the Skin. Really great guy, looking forward to this one.

[@innos3ntCrim3]

Just saw this at Sundance. The film is a total mindfck. Brilliant, chilling, thought-provoking, and heartbreaking. Think vintage Twilight Zone. It was so damn good.

[@mrxman581]

Ooh, love twilight zone. I'm going to see it.

[@rstarr14]

Thank you for sparing the psyche of delicate people, like yourself, and sparing us a single letter from a curse word. Angelic, bold, and brave.

[@innos3ntCrim3]

@@rstarr14 I’d say the one with the delicate psyche is you. Only those with weak constitutions would bitch about something so irrelevant like the exclusion of a letter.

[@mattfox6263]

It's amazing how Adam has gone on record that he wants to play a Bond villain. I totally could see Adam playing one of the best Bond villains ever. Not just being disfigured. Imagine him playing a billionaire genius, it's not just him being about his looks. It's about his drive and intelligence. He could totally play a chess player one step ahead.

[@THEUNOSLOTT]

Unless I’m mistaken, but I don’t think he was saying that HE specifically really wants to play a role as a Bond villain. He was explaining the 3 main stereotype kind of roles that ppl who are disabled with facial differences like him end up having to play in movies. Because the interviewer told him he seen a documentary & the producer told him that “ppl with facial differences are often portrayed very specifically in narrative stuff”. So he was just naming 3 types of roles that ppl like him would most likely have to play in a movie bc of his disability.. Or did u listen correctly & are talking about him saying that in a previous interview or video? Then I would be mistaken & explained that whole part of the interview in this comment & look dumb lol 😂 (Also btw I just wanted to inform u incase u may have misheard it when u watched. I hope i didn’t come off offensive or insulting. & also agree with what u said about Adam in your comment😊)

[@precioustraveler]

@mattfox6263 I think you misunderstood. Adam said that pigeonholing actors with facial differences into playing Bond villain roles is lazy screenwriting (paraphrased).

[@SakSuper17]

let's face it, it would be all about his disfigurement

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

Naw​@@SakSuper17

[@jarg8]

Where did he say that? He literally said it's ridiculous that there have been three disfigured Bond villains in a row and that its "lazy writing". Why does such an oblivious comment have so many up votes?

[@THEJoeDub22]

Awesome to see Adam still crushing it- can’t wait to see the movie!

[@HaroldWright_09]

Adam Pearson is so well spoken and polite. I am so happy and glad that he managed to build a successful career with his deformity.

[@theprincesspeach94]

this feels so intimate like the old days. I feel like they all had their say in the making of this and that feels good. Like its a passion project.

[@moneeel]

Awww missed SEBASTIAN sooo much!!! Can't wait to see the movie 🤩

[@ryandann9362]

That man has more courage than me. I hope he has more success in his life.

[@ibnuothman5280]

great to see this dude after Under The Skin

[@vandolmatzis8146]

Yeah.He was really good in that.

[@TheWelchProductions]

That movie was messed up, and amazing.

[@Richardwho-vv5bh]

and he got to see black widow in eve costume.

[@vandolmatzis8146]

lol@@Richardwho-vv5bh 🤣

[@jasoncinema]

Totally. I’m so happy for him, and his career ascension. He’s a terrific actor. :)

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Many thanks to Aaron, Sebastian, Adam and Renate. 🌅

[@greeneyedwarlock882]

THANK GOD (if there is one) that we've gotten to the beyond crucially needed point to where people with such gargantuan physical challenges like Adam Pearson are welcomed warmly as here and in so many other areas of life by now.

[@ainnor4149]

I just saw Under the Skin a few days ago & wrote an essay about it- this is WILD.

[@Dllego]

Praying for cast and director god bless them.

[@kristengumm5111]

I like how when no one wanted to talk about the part they didn't get sebastian was like I'll do it lol he's great

[@flaviopresutti]

Want to watch this movie! Great interview!

[@sfresh79]

Ok, i wanna see that movie now.

[@gemmaluescher-verseckas1243]

Me too. I really am a fan of Adam. And my son also has NF

[@blackatblu]

aw all their outfits are so pretty and sophisticated. getting me excited to watch the movie. A24 always delivers.

[@rpeart73]

I thought Adam was the most charasmatic in the interview. Something tells me I could learn a lot from him over a simple cup of tea.

[@JeffGreenNV]

His thoughtfulness and intelligence behind every word is amazing.

[@peachesandpoets]

Missed Sebastian Stan!

[@shaywhelan1]

I do love Adam. A wonderful man. So intelligent and open. His story is worth telling and sharing.

[@JohnSmith-nm4zd]

I remember that guy from Under the Skin

[@DyenamicFilms]

Adam Pearson brings to mind Robert Melvin. An actor from the 70's with a similar condition who was in the movies The Sentinal and The Other (an underrated and forgotten horror film).

[@nicolaslebrun3157]

Excited about this movie. Aarom Schimberg is a really interesting filmmaker whose last film is pretty great. It's on youtube for free if I'm not mistaken.

[@mark_fox_music]

Some real talent in this movie I can't wait to see it.

[@inkruji4606]

4 introverts in the room, then Sebastian (or Adam) needs to be the most extroverted here 😂 Anyway, i can’t wait to see the movie!! And when Renate sums up her character that makes me understand the storyline better here! Thanks for the interview here!

[@jamk2668]

Adam Pearson is actually pretty extroverted (it's displayed here, to be honest) and I would also wager that Sebastian and Renee aren't introverts either, considering they're both actors who spend most of the life around other people. I find that too many internet users casually throw around that word. There's a difference between reserved/shy and introverted. At best, they're maybe ambiverts.

[@miguelvidalmartinez9456]

@@jamk2668 Being reserved is a quality of introverts.

[@miguelvidalmartinez9456]

@@JayR.-fk7vt That’s like saying violence is not a quality of sociopaths

[@jamk2668]

​@@miguelvidalmartinez9456 Huh? A pretty bad comparison. The other person was correct. You're using a distorted definition. If you go to web MD, "being shy/reserved" isn't listed as one of the qualities of introversion whereas if you look up sociopathy, violence is one of the qualities listed since it's baked into it.

[@nick28476]

Both Adam and his twin have Neurofibromatosis Type 1, but it manifests itself differently in both lads. Amazing guy.

[@mr.joshua8664]

Adam should totally have a spot on the upcoming Fallout series. Would be perfect. Casted as a badass survivor from the fallout or something

[@kimmi8902]

Ok LOVE this man❤

[@mollycatrin]

Very excited to see this film!

[@jpendowski7503]

Hello Sebastian, great to see you in such a strong project.

[@erosion271]

Adam's one filmography credit is a nude scene with Scarlett Johansson. Fair play soldier.

[@Richardwho-vv5bh]

he is the goat.

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

😂😂the way you framed this. He was also in Under the skin unless that's the same movie

[@erosion271]

@@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259 that is the movie

[@Richardwho-vv5bh]

@@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259 thats the movie.

[@parmesan5150]

He also starred in Chained for Life from the same director as the movie this video is about

[@CTone]

Sebby! This movie is getting a lot of good reviews

[@jeannekelly5198]

Kudos for shout out to QI!

[@VibeVocalStudio]

I giggled at the casual lingering shot on Renate @ 5:48 as she finishes her thoughts and they address Sebastian, and we see her casually bite her lip when they say his name. I have questions 😂 More to the point, this is super beautiful and now I gotta see the movie.

[@susivarga7303]

She bit her lips because she knew how shallow and boring her answer was.

[@Skoora]

10:55 lol…like he’s going to bad mouth Marvel while he’s doing something with them.

[@gregstee]

Cant wait to see this

[@AlyssaMonetMason]

I'm loving this so much l.

[@chelseacanales8763]

Sebastian ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@njrom]

So happy to see Renate Reinsve!

[@TheEnnisfan]

Renate is a total babe.

[@Seb4041]

I’ve never heard of this movie, but sounds like something I’d watch 😊

[@vanshikachats]

I have been waiting for this film for so long now.

[@Knightowl1980]

Oh my goodness. I’ve never seen this condition irl. I was just watching a reaction to worst person…and wondered where she Renate has been considering it seemed like she was poised to take off

[@jamk2668]

It's only been like a year and some change since that film took off. Films take a year to get made so it makes complete sense. Besides, it seems like she's only interested in doing artful films, which is great. No need for her to accept the next disposable IP movie.

[@Sikanda.]

So glad to see Adam in another film! I loved his scenes in Under the Skin.

[@akaidatenshi]

He's also in another great film calked Chained for Life

[@francescoruggeri518]

Very curious about this one, as is often the case with A24 projects

[@AGoodJoe]

Incredible

[@BoulevardTrash99]

Sebastian with his David Byrne impression

[@katyas-mom]

Some people need to watch "The Elephant Man".

[@50tigres79]

is that you?

[@blackcirclepolkadot2618]

“I am not an animal. I am not an animal! I am a human being.”

[@sharkymoon422]

Things I learned in life were slow, a gradual awakening of how evil people can be.. I’m sure Adam learned life a lot more quickly, and his insightful self shines through when he speaks.. I won’t be watching this movie, nor any movie that plays with one’s mind and punches life right at you instead of the slow learning I’m used too.. We are all special with no judgment 🙏🏻❤️

[@hellospcmn]

This interview was done with class, from both ends!

[@alexiscowell7087]

Where can we watch the movie?

[@SOI-wl2lo]

Adam Pearson looks like art!! I wonder if he finds it hard to see and breathe, if so it’s so tough 💔

[@UltimateKyuubiFox]

This is how he looks post-surgery, specifically to help with those things. It must also’ve helped his spine, as he used to have much more mass on his face.

[@YorgosL1]

@@UltimateKyuubiFoxhow someone born look like that

[@UltimateKyuubiFox]

@@YorgosL1 Genetic mutation, most likely. Genes sometimes will randomly do things to test out if they’ll be helpful. If they are, they continue on into new generations, and if not, they’ll disappear. It’s why some people are born without molars (the back teeth). Someone was born without them, they and their descendants kept reproducing. There’s a family that all have twelve fingers. It’s apparently a useful trait, as it isn’t recessive and keeps occurring down the family tree.

[@Charmander7496]

Sebastian looks different, I don’t know how

[@ube1kenobi]

I think it's his outfit

[@clarkparker4860]

He lost muscle. He usually bulks up for Marvel.

[@Persephone_Personified]

His hair is longer than normal

[@Lovemetender757]

I think it’s two factors. 1) The hair length is awkward. He looks great with long hair (bucky length) and short, but here it looks like he had a trim and it’s medium length. Probably makes it easier for him to wear the wig he’s wearing in the movie he’s currently filming without completely getting rid of length for Thunderbolts in a month. And 2) He’s been bouncing backing and forth a lot the last three years between different weight for his roles, from Tommy Lee to Donald Trump, and I think it’s a bit hard on his skin and muscle. I expect him to bulk again fully after he’s done with his current Trump role, which requires more fat than muscle.

[@MsTriangle]

Less attractive 😂 it's the Annabelle Wallis effect

[@marcussterling4954]

The outfit that Sebastian wears deserves its own horror movie🤣 I thought baggie pants that 5 people can hide in went out in the early 2000’s?

[@mallorycarpinski1160]

I love Sebastian Stan but I HATE his stylist

[@adriane1031]

Is this base on the movie Elephant Man from back in the day?

[@federicomanuelolveira7658]

No

[@kai-xq5nt]

SEBBIEE

[@Karl_Drogo55]

Aaroms got a great attitude

[@CHAD-LITTLE]

Truecel

[@punksofnewengland]

Someone help me out please, who is the interviewer? It sounds like Pete Holmes but it cant be, right?

[@mememefinally]

is this the norwegian actress?

[@wesleytwiggs7687]

Yo this director sounds EXACTLY like the scientist from the simpsons

[@gavinhenderson7250]

Those trousers are mad. I kind of want a pair

[@simplyemily8251]

TAKE. MY. MONEY ❤

[@societydwellingifd8080]

*_he must've borrowed the pants from MC HAMMER_*

[@Richardwho-vv5bh]

happy to see my boy Adam become a true star in hollywood, he is nice and hope to see him in more stuff.

[@user-yt4xu4en5f]

That dude was the best part of The Skin I’m In

[@avilionstars]

Not gonna lie, when i saw under the skin, i thought pearson’s character was hollywood makeup or CGI. He’s very brave!!

[@glitterbaby00]

Adam is such a talent

[@user-ch7dp7bo8e]

Just saw your picture as a baby and I'm speechless. What a tragic trauma that condition makes me want to try to find a fix. Don't even know if saying sorry can make it better just because of the cliche of saying one is sorry for your suffering if that's the case. I guess is not that bad to say sorry if what you mean to say is that you can show care about someone else's suffering over etiquette. Now there's an elephant in the room that is trying to be funny like if you were wearing makeup or some cruel bullying perspective but you must get this a lot: did it hurt when you fell from heaven?

[@onkelfurunkel4065]

The fact that he lived with this condition for quite a while and is still with us today proves that you shouldn’t say sorry, he’s courageous and doesn’t need pity, you should just try to look at him like the human that he is. Of course he probably suffers a lot from judgmental and mean people, but i think he should be admired

[@annebarry4175]

a big dream that i will be there one day

[@computergenerated3833]

I’m just realizing Sebastian stan would be a good Kurt contain in a nirvana movie.

[@shaunduquette5992]

Do Stans pants double as a tent?

[@IguanaMom]

😂 they are a bit much, literally.

[@AdLangho]

I didn’t know John Merrick was still alive 🤷‍♂️

[@AdamPearsonVideos]

It’s Joseph Merrick, and he isn’t. Congratulations, you suck at trolling!

[@andresssanchezpolanco5622]

How is this

[@Ytomany]

its not fair we live in a world where Sebastian Stan hasnt been cast as Luke Skywalker, and instead we get robotic AI to play him which is so limited that we barley ever see the character ever except in like 4 minute scenes.

[@michaelbird27]

There was an old boxing film starring Leonard Nemoy as an ugly boxer who gets plastic surgery to make him handsome. Nemoy's character loses his will and is scared to get hit in the face. Reminds me of this.

[@zedetach]

I'm not gonna lie, my brain kept saying SORA AI.

[@nostrathomas8057]

Just..........how?

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

He has tumors, it's a rarer medical condition. That's how. I mean you can do a quick Google search and find out.

[@samwallaceart288]

Still waiting on Sebastian to play middle-aged, non-lame Luke Skywalker. He's RIGHT THERE and Disney won't even use him until the moment's gone. Feels bad

[@Mtotheissle]

Whoa, Sebastian Stan with the BIG pants

[@ClawBrick]

damn

[@JohnnyWoodard]

It's crazy how you have to ask permission to express that you enjoy listening to the most popular podcast in the world.

[@chrisbfreelance]

This title makes no sense.

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

Idk

[@Procedurallydegeneratedjohn]

It makes perfect sense...

[@JackKellyBastardMan]

Heeyy! I know Adam from his stuff on Wrestletalk/NRB. It was cool to see this recommended to me!

[@redmondartwork]

he was great in under the skin.

[@Disney65Fan]

All these comments on Adam's face. He has a skin condition, and he can't help it.

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

Yeah idk man. But idk if skin condition is accurate as it is benign tumors

[@h7opolo]

Deep sentiments about a superficial condition

[@nak3dxsnake]

This sounds suspiciously like a Karl Pilkington movie.

[@erik1993]

Luuuuuuuuuke

[@eduardojung816]

NF1 or Proteus syndrome?

[@federicomanuelolveira7658]

NF1

[@wallengene]

What the hell is this title? Its the most fabricated weird chopped up title of a video ever

[@darwinsaye]

Sebastian’s got some reeally roomy pants.

[@chronicillz1879]

sebastian stan is slowly starting to look like... steve buscemi

[@TEMINIX]

Being an actor is a funny job, because you work really fucking hard to get the job. Then you work really fucking hard doing the job. Then you have to sell the job to everyone so that they pay money to see the work you did. And if you get nominated for your work, you have to go and give a speech thanking everyone involved as if you are the poster child for the job. What an exhaustive cycle of contractual obligations and pitches and slavery.

[@leafyishereisdumbnameakath4259]

Yeah I guess the grass isn't greener on the other side. You singlehandedly made me realize there is no benefit to being an actor. I always knew there was no benefit to fame but now I see this.

[@TyrellWellickEcorp]

I think Sebastian might want to size down his pants by like 10 sizes

[@latewizard301]

Is Stan wearing a dress? holy shit XD