Susan Sarandon Breaks Down Her Career, from 'Thelma & Louise' to 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'

[@manne7080]

What a Legend. She is so honest and a breath of fresh air.

[@magicknight13]

Sooo true! Couldn't have said it better myself!

[@lisamariealaniz7538]

Yes she is 💯 amazing

[@Dejahthoris22]

She said that about voting for Trump

[@molasorrosalom4846]

Forget her politics, she's an amazing actress that stayed a star for decades. She just has that "It" factor

[@clascaulfieldjr3653]

It’s fascinating that so many brilliant actors seemed to get into it through almost complete happenstance. I can’t believe she’s 75!!! That’s wild. She looks early 50’s at most

[@rg7122]

She does look amazing. She's got a baby face though, and I think that always helps.

[@ShainAndrews]

She looks every bit of 75. Maybe you live around a coal mine or something...

[@sanjulienne]

@@ShainAndrews You have a very skewed idea of what a 75yr old looks like, Sarandon looks 60 at best, great skin that she clearly takes good care of.

[@SB-ez3dw]

@@ShainAndrews You must live around a farm since you have the manners of a pig.

[@samsong24]

@@ShainAndrews She reaaaaally doesn't look 75.

[@melissaperez5877]

I’ve met her in person and she was so kind yet fabulous. I asked to get a picture & she said: of course, I would be honored . LIKE WHAT! I love her, very personable

[@albertobigiarini289]

Ti amo Susan saràndon ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PhantomifyEponine]

Not me tearing up when she started talking about "stepmom." Also that film really made me cry too! Susan sarandon is forever a class act 💅🏽

[@chloerush4752]

One of my favourite films!

[@lavondabland8707]

The restaurant scenes,the crying stars with Ed then with sobbing with Julia.

[@tamerasyniec6621]

That’s my I need a cry movie

[@fashionismyprofession20]

broke down out of the blue watching that bit. Love Susan so much

[@froodoftheforest]

Her natural aire of authenticity really bleeds through in to her performances. Her roles always feel so real, human... even the 'good' characters were always lightly flawed. What a presence.

[@perry5509]

The ending of Thelma and Louise was so beautiful, it’s wild to think she really created some of the most beautiful parts of the movie. The beauty in that movie is it’s realism

[@CringerKitty]

I wish this had been longer. There are so many more Susan Sarandon films I want her to discuss, like Bull Durham and Atlantic City. And also, I think Thelma & Louise is one of the best movies ever made. That finale gets me every time.

[@TTM9691]

I said the same thing. And definitely add "Pretty Baby", which was a crazy shoot and a great movie. "The Hunger" with David Bowie. I never saw "The Banger Sisters" but I'd love to hear about the making of it. But man oh man, "Atlantic City"......with Burt Freaking Lancaster, how could that NOT make this interview?

[@scanner973]

@@TTM9691 plus Atlantic City was her first Academy Award nomination for Best Actress

[@taketheredpill1452]

@@TTM9691 Great comment and initial comment. Totally agree on Lancaster and "Atlantic City."

[@molasorrosalom4846]

How could they not mention Bill Durham??? Before that movie, Hollywood had no faith in baseball movies

[@livinonacloud]

I find Susan Sarandon completely fascinating. She thinks deeply about things and clearly makes up her own mind without being pushed one way or the other by people. I would love to just sit and have a conversation with her.

[@mynameismarlys]

You can tell she doesn't feel any need to ingratiate herself. She's honest because she's free. I love that about her.

[@MoriahDreams123]

They could've made this video an hour long, and that would've been just fine with me. We have a lot to talk about when it comes to Susan Sarandon and the wonderful career she's had.

[@enricovankeeken1624]

*💌Í´d give her an oscar for this video❤‍🔥💛❤*

[@amandalheureux3443]

Literally I could listen to her talk for hours.

[@Disney65Fan]

Susan Sarandon a legend. She was very good in Stepmom and cunning in Enchanted .

[@maryrosekent8223]

The best Little Women EVER!! The casting of all parts was perfect and Sarandon’s warmth and maternal love infused the whole story, even when she wasn’t in the scene. I don’t understand why they’re still remaking it when this one exists.

[@TheAmarok87]

Well, the 1994 "Little Women" wasn't the first "Little Women" movie, either. There already had been movies in 1933 and 1949, two British silent movies in 1918 and 1919, a tv special in 1978 and even a Japanese anime series in 1987.

[@helenl3193]

I really liked the most recent version, although the 90s one was the one I grew up with. I think they both have their strengths and there's room for all the adaptations, because they show us something about themselves and the world/time they were made in, even if they don't do anything especially different with the material.

[@maryrosekent8223]

@@TheAmarok87 I know. I’ve been a movie buff since the 1970s, and I worked in a video store in the 1990s where I had a coterie of customers who would watch everything I put on my recommendation shelf-even if they didn’t always like my choices; and I’ve seen all the others. This wasn’t an uninformed post, it’s my honest assessment of the casting, directing, performances, and chemistry, based on my love for the story, which I read so many times as a little girl. It was the perfect Little Women!

[@maryrosekent8223]

@@helenl3193 You intrigue me… If I’m able to find a way to see the most recent adaptation, I’ll check it out.

[@maevemallory2122]

@@maryrosekent8223 agree

[@Freaky0Nina]

I like that she is honest about the industry. Most actors get in because of their connections, other talented people don't stand a chance, others get there sort of accidentally and others will never have the money to develop the skills required (dancing, singing, acting lessons, socializing with the right people), the way contracts can be used to pin people to the job.

[@trinaq]

I really adore Susan, she's such a versatile actress. I love how her daughter Eva Amurri appeared in some of her projects, such as her daughter in "The Banger Sisters" and her younger self in "That's my Boy."

[@JoeBuck207]

You need better heros.

[@hollyss1975]

Yes she’s the best! 💗

[@repboy1]

This could have been 6 hour of Susan talking about the movies and I would have been happy to listen , amazing career and makes me want to revisit some of these movies

[@justvibin7883]

Omg I forgot about that show it was so good

[@cynthiahelena5819]

My mom was diagnosed with cancer in 2002 and Stepmom was our favorite movie. We have watched the movie together so many times until her death...20 years later everytime I miss her, I plug my old VCR and watch it all over again!

[@thatboydane]

I absolutely love how frank and intelligent she is. As a child who experienced their parents very messy divorce at a VERY young age, I love the points she brought up while talking about Stepmom and the difficulty of navigating the transition of a step parent into one's life - just got lucky that both of mine were extraordinarily loving people 💕

[@christina74788]

What Susan shares about Stepmom gives me an even greater appreciation for that incredibly beautiful movie that I've rewatched countless times since it was first released. ❤ To this day, I can never hear the song Ain't No Mountain High Enough without thinking of that unforgettable scene in the movie!

[@obiwann785]

It's a great film 😊

[@kathytait3244]

Step mom was always (to me) the most poinant film

[@scanner973]

Ironically I've avoided Stepmom since its release, feeling it was too maudlin. Hearing her talk and getting emotional about it, now I want to see it. 😂

[@ciaraelyse8672]

same here! i've only rewatched a few times as it's truly so painful every time - but its such a beautiful movie! shes amazing.

[@kaspinet]

Would have loved to hear of her experience on The Hunger. Tony Scott! Catherine Deneuve! AND David Bowie! That is stellar.

[@PedroM851]

I listened to the audio commentary of the film, which she participated in, and she sees the film as a missed opportunity because of how it ended.

[@haliburley4153]

Such a class act. As an ex actress myself, the fact that she didn't really try to have this career is maddening. I am glad she found it. We are all better by watching her on screen. 💚

[@westcoast3258]

I love Susan, she's a great actress and human being. I wish they didn't skip Feud in this, It was her best performance imo. She was fenomenal as Bette Davis. As was Jessica Lange as Joan Crawford. They both deserved that Emmy and I'm still pissed that none of them didn't win that year. Both of them gave truly outstanding performances.

[@jusme164]

Omg I agree what a truly wonderful series. 2 legends portraying legends. A fabulous series.

[@collindysart6472]

It was Nicole Kidman's year. She had it on lock.

[@delrey874]

Thelma & Louise is such a masterpiece.

[@outinsider]

This was so wonderful to watch. Susan Sarandon is a legend and her artistry just emanates empathy.

[@bev9708]

She's a goddess of stage and the silver screen !!!! I fell in love with her at 17 when I first saw Rocky Horror at the height of it's popularity, with everyone dressing up and acting in front of the screen, squirting water pistols, etc... and I've loved her MORE with every film she made!!

[@feliciacoffey6832]

Exactly the same experience here!!

[@romerjusu3804]

"GREAT SCOTT "!!!

[@FionaEm]

I love that she's been a star for decades but is so devoid of BS. Legend!

[@dr.aniasara7038]

Thank you Susan, you are one of the very best.

[@RioRav]

Just watched Witches of Eastwick last week and Sarandon totally took my heart in that one with how beautiful she was. She seems so down to earth, sensitive and smart too. Lovely!

[@AirQuotes]

She's my favourite actress. What a icon. Stepmom is one if my favourite movies and it always makes me cry.

[@hollyss1975]

And mine!! 💗💗

[@maevemallory2122]

Her & Julia Roberts killed that roles

[@owtsideperspective3588]

The fact that she said baby daddy. I didn't think I could love her anymore than I already did

[@rrreverb]

“my Italian baby daddy” I tell you I cackled

[@chloeknight1245]

Stepmom will always be one of her most and best well known movies I feel. It’s such a touching and powerful movie it has such a warm feeling the whole movie, It will always be one of my favorite all time movies her and Julia Roberts will always be iconic acting together❤️

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

Susan has had a great career, I grew up watching Thelma and Louise a great piece of film history

[@Woozlewuzzleable]

I always knew Velma swung that way.

[@TihetrisWeathersby]

@@criminalsaint9611 Lmao

[@Powhart]

I was really hoping that Susan would talk about her Bette Davis in Feud, but she only talked about films so it's understandable. Now. What an AMAZING CAREER SHE HAS!!! So many great movies!

[@ginnykang943]

I'm so glad that Stepmom has the most replays. It's my all-time favorite film and it is such a classic to me. The fact that she has not aged since then is tremendously amazing!

[@stephaniemarie2074]

She’s the most self aware actress I think I’ve ever seen. Really interesting

[@alecmiller6066]

That final Christmas scene between mother and daughter in “Stepmom” brings tears every time, that movie is so relevant even today

[@digby_dooright]

This interview made me cry. I didn't expect to cry watching this, lol.

[@bweb6]

Whenever i think of Susan Sarandon i will always associate her with Thelma and Louise. It's such an iconic movie and it's become one of my all-time favorites.

[@condragulator5004]

I just love her. So much of what she said feels like such a read. She burned down the library with: "Maybe because I wasn't desperate. Epic.

[@Ryan_JD]

Susan's reaction to "Stepmom" hit me like a truck. I had the first 20 years of my life with my Mom and "Step" Mom before my biological Mom passed away. I watched "Stepmom" as a kid and remember being amused by the moms feuding, but then of course I was able to appreciate the film on a whole other level after my Mom passed. Now I'm 35 and it's still one my and my "step" Mom's favorite movies.

[@emilevanrensburg8094]

She is so real. I kept giggling at her swearing and calling the Nutty Professor the most political movie. I love her.

[@guillermoporras3754]

I wish this was longer, you can feel she is just very authentic and has some great movies under her belt.

[@kelseighingram]

I adore what she brought to Janet! Rocky Horror has to be one of my favorite movies ever.

[@cethomas324]

Good choices, but disappointed not to see Bull Durham which is and always shall be my favorite movie with Sarandon in it. A masterpiece for the ages.

[@Kimmyluvsbooks]

I agree, I love that movie!

[@Happytravellerkimmy]

I was surprised they didn't cover that one!

[@richardthebear]

@@Happytravellerkimmy Maybe it's because that's the film Tim Robbins and her fell in love.

[@lindafitzgerald7031]

Oh, yeah, I was waiting for Bull Durham on the Timeline... one of my favorites. Perfect baseball film. Great soundtrack. Susan Sarandon!

[@joaopauloduartedasilva4101]

@@richardthebear I don't think so, Tim also directed her in Dead Man Walking and she even mentioned him! :)

[@starryeyeschick]

She is definitely a legend, my favorite Hollywood “mom” for sure. I absolutely love her in Little Women and Stepmom.

[@fengzhenlee1561]

I watched a lot of her films on HBO when I was young, and they all left a great impression on my memory. Her acting is so great, she's really a good actor.

[@Irishgui83]

I was touched at her reaction when talking about Stepmom. That was a nice reaction to a very sad movie.

[@aaatt268]

Love this rare gem of a woman. So graceful, intelligent and clear-minded.

[@AboutBritney]

I've seen most of these...I love her dry humor and it doesn't seem like she takes herself too seriously.

[@jessicadanielle8074]

she’s so kind, strong and beautiful. her career is brilliant! i love you, susan♥️

[@delphinilestrange]

Everything she says is so real and meaningful. She is truly an inspiration.

[@andressalgado4558]

She´s a treasure, what a great legacy!!!! SUSAN YOU WILL ALWAYS BE FAMOUS.

[@TonyHislop]

Awesome, hanging off every word! I so much love Susan Sarandon. The whole package.

[@valchrist52]

Lorenzo’s Oil was when I first saw Susan Sarandon and fell in love with her and her acting. Her performance in that movie was brilliant.

[@mamakat114]

I was moved to tears when she explained her process for StepMom, as she welled up with tears. This movie resonated with me, not because me or my Stepdaughter's Mom were terminally ill, but because of the early struggles we went through. I met my Stepdaughter when she was 3, she is now 30 with a child of her own. Her Mom and I get along so well now, we compliment each other (she is my Daughter's StepMom, as when my marriage dissolved. They got back together). It took years, lots of upside and downs & disconnects. But we are a true family, she is a surrogate StepMom to my Son (different Dad), and I consider her other children as my Step children. As we say our Family is "7 kids, 4 Dad's & 3 Mom's" it blows some people's minds. But this movie when I first saw it taught me so very much about how to become one family, united. Thank you for that

[@marieleelee]

The scene in Step Mom with Julia and Susan talking about their fears after she's gone broke me. Like...actually broke me. I can't think about it without crying.

[@AimeeRose22]

Same! 💔

[@PokhrajRoy.]

She’s such a talented actor and I love her comic timing. I have so many things to say and whatever I say will not be enough.

[@nancydickson7699]

*EVERY FAMILY HAS SOMEONE WHO BREAKS THE CHAIN OF POVERTY IN THAT FAMILY,I PRAY YOU BE THE ONE*

[@ericaluke5448]

Talking about being successful! I know am blessed because if not I wouldn't have met someone who is as spectacular as expert Mrs Blossom Jefferson

[@jeffmatt7086]

The greatest regret is not trying and failing but it is not to trying at allFunny enough people aspire to emulate great investors and entrepreneurs, of our time but they only see their wins and achievements and they careless about their challenges and failures during multiple trials and the lesson it teaches

[@maxfade7106]

I wouldn't agree less but a times we are influenced based on result of what will see and experience, failure at first try doesn't mean it is over but unfortunately people seems to back off when they have experiences some obstacle or failure along the way

[@matthewnavin6361]

You have to recognize you need an expert that understands how to read the market so you can avoid winning today and losing tomorrow. There's reason why experts like Mrs Blossom wins all the time,I was a bit skeptical but she Kept encouraging me to invest and it turn out very successful

[@markjahson475]

Who doesn't know Mrs blossom? It's been a year since i met her and I'm still making great profits under her guidance.

[@tearoll]

“Thelma & Louise” inspired me so much. I was a high school girl that time, a Taiwanese in East Asia. She is definitely a Legend.

[@lihan1544]

What an absolutely delightful interview. Susan Sarandon seems like such an kind, gentle-natured, intelligent, caring, warm and funny woman, who despite all of her successes, has remained incredibly humble. She's such a beautiful actress and each role she plays is always so well thought out and executed brilliantly.

[@George-je5ez]

One of my favourite actresses and still stunning

[@carlasidhom5785]

What a delight. I could listen to her talk for hours. This was really interesting and fun. Much love to her. 💜

[@chasehedges6775]

She's a fantastic actress

[@craigs.4302]

Stepmom w/ Julia was probably her best movie...because it was the most raw and emotionally real movie of the bunch. Even re-watching it again years later? It's still a tear-jerker that simply packs a punch.

[@norahkolberg9552]

that is SO CRAZY about witches of eastwick. I think everyone is perfectly cast in that.

[@lozanogomez]

What a career. She's been in so many classic movies! I've always loved her, a great actress and person.

[@josibee3238]

THANK YOU for including Stepmom. I cannot begin to explain what this movie means to me after having lost my mom at the age of 30 (pretty late in comparison, but still). And the fact that she is moved to this day by the story. Her talking about it was everything I had hoped it would be.

[@devtrev85]

Susan Sarandon spoke throughout this interview with more personal conviction and penetrating insight than any of the other actors I’ve seen in this series. This was a masterclass in seizing the moment and treating it with dignity.

[@veggigoddess]

Never would have guessed that was a wig on her in Witches of Eastwick! It just looked like her hair just more vibrant

[@PhoeboBuffay]

It's always a delight to see and listen to her. She's really a remarkable actress. She's always true to herself and shows how much she loves acting. I love her. I really love love her.

[@absolutless]

I love her and how honest she is

[@fotojournalistannadortheol785]

I also adore White Palace and Bull Durham. I love Susan Sarandon

[@edselgreaves6503]

There's so much more to talk about. Susan deserves a Part 2 for this. Maybe even a Part 3. They've barely scratched the surface of her iconic filmography.

[@ilikeditbetterbefore]

Susan is so amazing. I hope history does justice and she gets to be recognized for her talent and bravery. She definitely does not have the recognition she truly deserves.

[@zombieloveserte]

Wow, I’ve always loved her, but hearing her describe her journey is incredible. She is so disarming in the best way.

[@hill4252]

She is amazing, so many incredible performances

[@julianbluefeather8491]

Susan is fearless and so talented

[@nataliedelagrandiere4022]

Loved the Rocky Horror Picture Show. I also saw it in NYC. People went on stage. It was crazy. What a great time it was!

[@A-G-A-G]

She’s so blunt. I love it

[@thelonelyghosts9004]

“The Client” was on tv the other night and it was the first time I had seen it in probably 20 years (I’m 35) and I was just BLOWN away by everyone in it, including Susan. She and a Tommy Lee Jones really carried that movie like no others could.

[@fruitbythebecbec7165]

i am shocked they didn't talk about Bull Durham, one of my favorite movies and a stellar performance by her

[@dirrty06]

Can we all just appreciate the beauty of this amazing woman and what she brings to the screen! ❤️

[@matty1118]

Love Susan surrandon. So many great roles over time

[@Weird_fest]

Little women is one of my all time favorite movies. She’s so real and authentic. I wish this was longer.

[@wkwtse]

One of my all-time favs - I feel very lucky to be able to watch her fantastic talent on screen throughout these decade - and may there be many more!

[@Yikkkes23]

She's just stellar. An amazing actress.

[@tiredofit4761]

I ABSOLUTELY ADORE Susan sooo much!! When I know she’s in a film I’m ecstatic! She’s so classy, lovely, professional and compassionate. It seems like she makes people around her comfortable. I can’t say enough!!! Love Her!! Love Her!!!!

[@deereeid1290]

I cried like a baby when I watched step mum as a kid even though I have two alive parents who are still married to this day, it is such an emotional story, I think it really talks about that fear and the hardship of losing your immediate family and what happens when they are gone, it is a very universal theme that we can all relate to somehow.

[@MrGrgo0381]

Such a legend, the true definition of a star

[@Sarah-wj9dl]

Stepmom has been my all time favorite movie since it came out. Susan is a legend on screen - brilliant every time ❤ “Love you, love you” is still my favorite term of affection. Because you have to mean it enough to say it twice…

[@desireenichole_]

Step Mom is one of my all time favorite movies. Love you Susan

[@bazookajoe6133]

Loved her in Dead Man Walking. One of the best films in history

[@irachico8379]

i just love her, she's so generous in her acting and humanity

[@bangbangfukanawa6951]

Susan Sarandon is one of the greatest actors of not only this century, but the previous one as well. I grew up watching her movies and I’ve seen every one except for Joe, I love them all.

[@starr0401]

This is a break down done right. Letting a brilliant person freely share her perspectives. Nicely done, VF.

[@TastySchu4]

Women support each other is such a great example. Love Susan. She's an icon for sure!!!! 🥰😍❤️

[@JennyJeong425]

Susan Sarandon has been my favourite actress since I was a small girl. She grows more beautiful with age. I absolutely love her. Thank you for this piece, Vanity Fair.

[@sugarlove]

What a sensitive and wonderful woman she is ❤

[@garycambridge5513]

One of my favourite actors - don’t think I’ve seen her in one bad film or tv series 🥰

[@princepeterwolf]

Always been such a huge fan of hers, this just made me love her even more.

[@AttnDefDis_]

Wow, she looks incredible and I love this hairstyle on her. Quite the career she's had.

[@SatounoKumo]

She is honestly incredible. This interview confirms my idea for her.