The Best of Dan Stevens as Alexander | Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

[@kimberlagio2743]

I can see how Americans find this funny, but for Europeans this actually is just how Eurovision is

[@TH2714]

I think it actually a bit tame compared to the real competition. This movie lacks some Verka Serduchka 😜

[@Phelie315]

@@jetteselent2001 that's hilarious 😄 If I remember correctly the ESC is bigger than the Super Bowl even, so I'm surprised there are people that have never even heard of it. But I love the idea of her thinking it was fictional and then her mind being blown XD

[@eduardapimentel1692]

Exactly. My stepdad is portuguese and Eurovision is his guilty pleasure, he watched the movie and was like "Great representation of Eurovision, it's not even exaggerated"

[@НикитаМорозов-ц9ы]

ESC is a freak show and Russia is trying too much. They captured that, indeed.

[@MelissaBlue]

I had to let my American friends know that Graham Norton's commentary was legit.

[@starguy321]

‘She quite good but everyone hates U.K. so zero points’ After last night, this cut deep

[@SML_3392]

Yes, now the joke is an anecdote.

[@ziggystatdust6008]

May I ask what happened three days ago?

[@karolinarygula]

@@ziggystatdust6008 THE REAL Eurovision Song Contest- not a movie. That's happened. And of course UK's got 0 points at all.

[@naomib5856]

do you have the time stamp for that moment?

[@starguy321]

@@naomib5856 3:20

[@forevertruth1206]

Dan Steven’ character was the best one in the movie. Besides handsome, he was actually very kind, supportive, and generous. I wish they’d do a spin-off of this character. Mita was super cool too.

[@RealGermanish]

yeah I found myself rooting for him and Mita way more than for the actual main characters.

[@jpblack2148]

True but there were several red flags about him

[@raichellegoff6442]

I want the sequel to open with Lemtov & Mita surfacing in their gold "personal submersible" in the middle of Husavik harbour for a "surprise!" visit to their Icelandic friends. Lemtov still carrying a torch for Sigrit...#firesaga

[@nouveaucourteduree9836]

They were very wholesome "villains" 😊

[@monmothma3358]

MITAMITA!

[@mariiagellfonde2761]

As a russian myself i think his fake russian accent sounds surprisingly real or very close to it. Great work.

[@lolerie]

Except they all somehow speak with Russian accent. Lol.

[@DoctorLazers]

Most of the actors in this movie trained with speech coaches to get the accents right. I've been told Ferrell and McAdams sound convincingly Icelandic as well.

[@matheusrofficial]

I'm not even russian and i thought that the accent was really spot on too

[@serafimag1959]

И его акцент не притянут за уши, как в большинстве англоязычных версий русских персонажей.

[@acefoxy4117]

i know right?! its so convincing i really thought he was russian xd

[@ndhdkssx6744]

"Are you gay?" "No ,I'm Russian" Must be the most used line by all LGBTQ+ people in the whole Russia

[@jinkyricio]

I'm just very curious and naive about those kinds of stuff but is it bad for a Russian man to be gay?

[@benrgrogan]

@@jinkyricio It is illegal to "promote homosexually to minors" which basically means you couldn't show a gay person on TV without being at risk of breaking the law and could be prosecuted for being openly gay on the street. There are also lots of cases of harassment against LGBT people.

[@sydneyslife5167]

“Hey im lesbian.” “I thought you were American.”

[@jinkyricio]

@@benrgrogan Thank you for the info.

[@lolerie]

@@benrgrogan gay man person IMHO. Lesbians are everywhere now, even in here in Moscow nobody gives a shit.

[@M0joPin]

I swear to God that's gotta be the most positive representation of Russians in Hollywood movies since like... EVER?!

[@Zluka-Kluka]

Let’s bet he is a villain?

[@lauralauristan7677]

Beauty Fangirl he’s not at all.

[@Zluka-Kluka]

Laura Lauristan 😮

[@justsaying8358]

@@Zluka-Kluka the villain of the film is the governor that doesn't want Iceland to win the contest, and for a very good reason actually

[@MadameChristie]

@@justsaying8358 he's barely in it though. I'd argue that the actual villain/antagonist is Lars himself and his blind ambition

[@janetamcleod]

I find people are divided over this character. There are those who are a little bit in love with him, and there are those who are a lot in love with him.

[@laurenstich1049]

So funny -- and so true!!!

[@bridgetblanc2159]

True, true. I belong to the latter

[@monmothma3358]

Haha yes!

[@Prerona11]

Hehe he so true

[@sanneP13]

I think he is so freaking attractive in this role and I was crushing for him the whole movie, although I am a woman and he is playing a gay man :') Can't imagine I'm the only one right?

[@spacewinter]

I like how he simply just wanted a professional and friendly relationship with her and he was respectful. Despite the false set up of him being the stereotypical russian villian. But they humanized him. Refreshing movie

[@martial_matt]

I mean he's gay so all he wanted to was to be with her professionally and as a friend.

[@spacewinter]

@@martial_matt I know, which made it very refreshing. My favorite character

[@monmothma3358]

I love him, but he *was* trying to break up the Icelandic duo and wasn't all that nice to Lars. To be fair though, Lars' talent was ...limited... and when he bailed after the semifinals, Lemtov took care of Sigrit. He definitely wasn't the villain he was set up to be.

[@Chabels01]

Matt Mitchell He’s not gay, he’s Russian. He/him pronouns only. He/him.

[@sini74]

i feel like he struggles with internalised homophobia and tried to force himself to like sigrit though

[@nesquik1001]

The lowkey shade at Russian homophobia is great

[@nouveaucourteduree9836]

I didn't think it was that lowkey honestly, but I'm here for it ! 😁

[@tee8839]

Jaime Gonzales they couldn't make it high key like in real life where they're booed everywhere

[@chand911]

I dont think you know what lowkey means lol

[@nesquik1001]

I'd argue that a simple one-liner joke is considered lowkey but that's just me

[@lisatx5421]

Most of the popular Russian singers are closeted gays, so this is spot on.

[@daeseongkim93]

Can we appreciate that this was Will Ferrell’s passion project, he was working on this film for years inspired by his love of Eurovision from his Swedish wife. From the writing to directing, Will truly put his heart into this incredible musically uplifting film for all of us. I only ever saw him as a somewhat low-tier American comedian but he definitely has his moments, this being the shining achievement. Never would I have imagined laughing, crying and feeling so happy watching this film by Will Ferrell. Props to you, Will. Love from South Korea

[@maddimagpie]

I couldn't have said it better myself! The last time I cared about a Will Ferrell movie was Elf, but this movie has redefined my thoughts of who he is and I have way more respect for him.

[@ef1876]

He was excellent in megamind as well, he’s not particularly prestigious but he’s still very talented and deserves a lot more acclaim than he sometimes gets

[@timarpetra]

Couldn't agree more!!!

[@SophieGamesIceHockey]

Well said. Agree 100% (from a Brit).

[@SharkyxTKD]

I liked his performance in Stranger Than Fiction as well. A bit more dramatic, and it shows a different side of him and his range.

[@nxtchampion6458]

This first time russian guy isn't a bad guy in the movie.

[@sapphirethealpha5005]

either Lemtov as Mita were trying to separate the duo

[@coltonkleins]

@@sapphirethealpha5005 nope, he only motivated her to found her own voice, and wanted to be by his side, because he knows Will only cared about himself

[@sapphirethealpha5005]

@@coltonkleins "he can't give you everything, but I can" Pay more attention to the words they use

[@sapphirethealpha5005]

@@coltonkleins and his name is Lars in the movie

[@synesthesia101]

Your Friends Fan Which was true at that time because Lars cared only for himself and winning the Eurovision. Lemtov wanted Sigrit to fulfill her potential which she wouldn’t get by staying with Lars at that time.

[@BeauHenri]

Sigrit: Are you gay? Lion of Love: No, of course not. I am Russian

[@daniellachernin2414]

Beau Carranza LOL

[@missuntitledblog]

Mother Russia would not agree

[@Juriee.e]

danndann I’m crying inside when he said that

[@D4n1t0o]

@@Juriee.e that bit got me so sad. Such a beautifully tragic character! 😢

[@DNory]

This has the same energy as ‘I thought you were American?”

[@LisaMariavanHarmelen]

Dan Stevens was made for this role 🦁❤️ We need a new movie “Lemtov’s Greek adventure”

[@003SONE]

Omg yes!! With Mita!!! 😍

[@LisaMariavanHarmelen]

Yuna&YennFFgamingfan90 yesssss

[@filmsbylina]

As a Greek I guarantee you that if they do the filming here, I will find a way to meet Dan. He's my idol, the only reason I started acting. I would love to see something like that 🤗

[@johnsimonaguiar4376]

Lemtov and Mita go to Greece

[@emma4557]

YES

[@katrineholm1863]

“I braided your hair” “Wow it’s quite good actually. How long did it take you?” “6 hours” 😂😂

[@Asciel]

everyone who has done braided styles knows this is true.

[@MinaTee0]

I love how she tells Lars later in the movie that the guy can braid 😂

[@jonathanhauhnar1186]

I'm a gentleman 🤣

[@steffw5646]

That one is actually creepy

[@ronibigbangnicole]

@@MinaTee0 right, like well what can YOU do LARS!? 🤣

[@SatansFire]

As a gay Russian who moved for a better life that “Russia does not agree” line hurt more then it should’ve

[@cameron8946]

I'm sorry you have to face life like that in your home country, I hope where you now call home allows you to have a much better life and happiness is all you have man!

[@paradiselotz]

yeah I cried

[@schwärmerei]

Когда-нибудь все будет хорошо

[@manonklatt]

Okay "come to Greece with me" how about Mamma Mia 3 where Alexander meets Colin Firth and they fall in love

[@Emma-gh6vr]

I'd see that

[@yforevah08]

what genre of fanfic is this

[@sujan7858]

but he is russian tho

[@jpblack2148]

I ship dis

[@seagull123]

lol

[@Alexandra32322]

Am I the only one who finds "Everybobdy hates UK" line very funny,because Dan is British?😂

[@molly_lf]

I hadn't thought of that 😂😂😂

[@bridgetblanc2159]

Oh yeah, i forgot he's british. This movie is actually clever

[@andreahorvathova1439]

I found it funny too. UK never wins the Eurovision, so I thought that he actually hinted at that fact. :-)

[@raincloudsradio8900]

The UK always get 0 points and the Dailymail readers rage about it the next day. It. Is. Hilarious

[@Alexandra32322]

@@raincloudsradio8900 😂😂😂

[@MaskedManMikeMD]

That brief look after he says "He/Him" was a great bit of acting in the eyes.

[@laurenstich1049]

Dan Stevens has been so underrated, but NOT anymore, not after this star turn. He literally steals every scene he's in!!!

[@ronibigbangnicole]

Loved it, cracks me up everything 😅👀

[@Leonion6]

The short moment when he looks at the camera? Idk, I on the contrary always found it bad.

[@anacristinaramirezsarubbi4356]

I just want to hear Dan speaking like that for hours.

[@laurenstich1049]

I just want to hear Dan Stevens speaking like *anything* -- love his hilarious take on Russian accent, but believe me, I'll take his own gorgeous velvety lush British voice any day.

[@modernmonkey]

I love how he says ‘huuu ...unique’

[@gabriellagonzales4363]

His voice was so freaking sexy.

[@laurenstich1049]

@@gabriellagonzales4363 Actually, whether it's a Russian dialect, French, German or his native UK tongue, his voice is exquisite -- never more so than in Downton Abbey as the elegant patrician Matthew Crawley. But his Audiobooks are out of this world -- and nobody can read like Dan Stevens. Totally entrancing. I've never seen a man with so many talents....and um, yes, all this on top of the fact that he's the most beautiful man on the planet.

[@erinlee5936]

@@laurenstich1049 Damn! And here I thought I was the only Dan Stevens audiobook narrator fan. So glad to find a fellow fan!👋👋👋 I love his audiobook works. It's very calm and relaxing to listen to. And it's how audiobooks should be narrated, not those audiobooks on Audible USA. I recommend it to anyone who's interested to discover more of Dan Stevens' work.

[@ellieb-18]

Is it just me who really wants a sequel to this film?

[@gabriellagonzales4363]

Only if it follows Lemtov and Mita.

[@ellieb-18]

Gabriella Gonzales 100% definitely

[@herreguda6199]

I only liked Dan Stevens, so maybe a film about him but with NO Will Ferrell.

[@ellieb-18]

Herreguda Dan was the best part about the film!

[@onlytheflowerknow]

@@herreguda6199 lmao it's wills movie wdym without him

[@MsOrangeSoul]

Dan Stevens is so charming in this role. I rewatch this movie just for him 😄

[@xlleona4532]

MsOrangeSoul : glad I'm not alone!

[@ditason]

same! watched it for the 4th time yesterday, only for him!

[@daledeguzman6117]

Me too! 3 times thus far ☺️

[@filbert_ac2851]

Me too

[@maryvelcustodio1346]

So charming 😍

[@jfranciscodavila]

Pleasantly surprised with what they did with this character The easy route was just make him a cartoonish russian villiain, but there is so much more in him! They gave us a tridimensional well rounded character. Lemtov has a subtle presence during the whole movie, he is incredibly gentle and impossible to hate him. Dan Stevens did an awesome job giving life to him. Looking forward to see Dan's next project!

[@laurenstich1049]

His next project is a thriller, "The Rental" coming out on Friday, July 24th. Then the big one -- "Blithe Spirit" with Judi Dench around Christmastime.

[@KimoBruddah-ki2oo]

I really like that he wasn't a bad guy, its so tiring to have the hero/antagonist line, its so shallow.

[@tequilamockingbird532]

I legit want Dan Stevens to get an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for this role. He was so good.

[@laurenstich1049]

Very possible since he absolutely stole EVERY scene he's in. A performance that stands out like this is very often recognized. I would be over the moon if he were to at least get a nomination!!!! And -- can you imagine him singing "The Lion of Love" in his very own voice on stage at the Oscars? It would bring the house down!!!! But difficult to get Oscar for comedic work, BUT not only should he automatically get a Golden Globe nomination, but should win for Best Supporting Actor in a comedy or Musical -- a category that the Oscars do not have. It's for drama, comedy, etc.

[@Kurbitsimssv]

Melissa McCarthy got a well-deserved one for Bridesmades. It's rare, but it can happen.

[@MsPandachen]

Maybe an Emmy for supporting actor in comedy/musical

[@laurenstich1049]

@@MsPandachen Emmys are for TV only, not movies. But he certainly should be nominated for a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Musical. Seems more likely than an Oscar since even for Supporting roles, they usually favor dramatic roles. But, it's not impossible!

[@MsPandachen]

@@laurenstich1049 that's what I meant as a non American I always mix them up

[@pierotarazona4616]

Best of Dan Steven is actually every scene where he appears 😂

[@mapleislet5489]

Noticed that too! :) Knocks it out of the park every time he's on screen.

[@laurenstich1049]

Agree 10000%. He undeniably steals the movie.

[@Rin_Evans]

Him at the end about mother Russia not accepting him with his happiness was such a good dig at Russia bloody love this character

[@GullibleTarget]

It was kinda sad because he looked so resigned. As in:' such is life. I will never be happy. Want vodka?'

[@laurenstich1049]

And director David Dobkin has said the comment about Mother Russia is actually the big reveal about Dan Stevens' character -- that yes, he is certainly gay. Dan was simply brilliant in this.

[@Rin_Evans]

@@laurenstich1049 yes I clearly know

[@sutty85]

Yes because they don't mutilate their children like the west

[@roseschocolate1991]

“Cause everybody hates UK, so zero points”. Funny & sad cause it’s so true, aa ha 😭🤣 🇬🇧 from a English & or British person.

[@sapphirethealpha5005]

Only the immature hates UK for no reason 😅😂

[@D4n1t0o]

@@sapphirethealpha5005 that would make everyone in charge of Eurovision voting supremely immature then 😅 but it's okay, we don't even take it seriously here anymore. We know it's all politics and prejudice - that's why our commentator spends the whole night ripping the piss out of it.

[@D4n1t0o]

@ML8593wy Please. We can present an objectively better act and still place bottom 5. Happens every time and we know why it is - mainland prejudice. Pfft.

[@D4n1t0o]

@ML8593wy Name one that can say that as consistently as the UK. This is an anonymous forum, why are denying a clear fact? State your true feelings, prejudiced or not. I'm not going to argue with someone that ignores a documented reality.

[@RealGermanish]

I agree that there is a lot of bias against the UK in Eurovision. However the acts (at least the last couple of years) have also been boring as hell, so even people who didn't have that bias didn't vote UK. I definitely didn't cause yawn. Weird to me that the contest was held in Glasgow in the movie and they even made a joke about how the UK does badly in Eurovision...

[@anonymousperson6805]

“Are you gay ?” “No I am Russian”

[@deniz1234]

🤣👏🏻🤣👏🏻🤣👏🏻

[@michellem4084]

He/him

[@elsapatito99]

best part of the movie

[@nouveaucourteduree9836]

"I'm a lesbian" "I thought you were American"

[@TravelCoupleNYC]

lol that part was sooo dam funny xD .. do u know any Russian being gay lol

[@lilivanili]

Who else thought he’d turn out to be the bad guy but then was so relieved that he wasn’t?

[@gabriellagonzales4363]

I couldn’t relax the whole time because I thought he was going to turn into a jerk, but I think as soon as Lars stormed off and he sat with Sigrid during the votes I loved him so much and was willing to be hurt. But then he stayed good!!!

[@koolstargirl23579]

i thought him and mita was planning to kill them or injure them at the before party to sabotage

[@Asciel]

@@koolstargirl23579 but why? nobody thought Iceland had a chance. I thought (and at first that was probably the case) they treated them as the competition's pets. Awww how cute look they think they could ever win...

[@koolstargirl23579]

@@Asciel that's true, but i thought of it more like they wanted to get rid of them because of that, because they thought they were bad etc. But it really looked like mita and alexander was plotting something at that party when they seperated them don't you think?

[@goombapizza6335]

Oh, totally. The cliche I was expecting was that one of the acts in the competition would be a saboteur. It was a nice twist when the bad guy ended up being one of the Icelandic suits.

[@Zero8880]

When Alexander was first introduced, I was expecting him to be the cliche, mustache twirling villain character trope. I was so pleasantly surprised that he turned out to be a genuine and kind hearted character.

[@lynne6543]

I love how he braids her hair😂

[@danielaflammjackson61]

🤣 “6 hours”

[@daledeguzman6117]

6 hours... ‘thank you very much’ w/ Russian accent love it!

[@annmariebusu9924]

Daniela Flamm Jackson that took 20 minutes and they went to bed late so 6 hours in his head.

[@dormghost]

I love that he is a true gentlemen in deed.

[@juanmendezoyarzun906]

I think Alexander deserves his own movie. The second part movie ahould about him.

[@susannehuber3996]

I won’t watch it once…. But at least 7 times.

[@lwliu1112]

Dan Steven's Lemtov is the most charismatic scene-stealing character in the entire movie!

[@laurenstich1049]

EVERYONE feels this way, including all critics. Hope he gets Golden Globe Award nomination as Best Supporting Actor in a Musical or comedy, because this is EXACTLY the kind of role that lands actors this award. All previous winners simply stand out in their roles and are best remembered from their respective movies.

[@darthdumbledore2459]

So true “she won England’s got talent, but everyone hates UK, so..... Zero points!!!!!!”

[@adamtideman4953]

It's not even true though lol. I hope Brittish people don't go believing that after watching the movie. It's just that they're cursed with being a Big 5 country. When a normal country has a bad song they don't qualify, when a Big 5 country has a bad song they're already in the Grand Finals so they receive little to no points which is why you often see a Big 5 country like the UK or Germany at the bottom of the scoreboard.

[@vincento_squish]

Don't kid yourself, people hate Britain in eurovision because we're shit

[@beehappy622]

@@adamtideman4953 No No. Everyone hates Britain.

[@mossman2353]

@@beehappy622 we hate ourselves

[@Kira-og9um]

But I always question why the contest is in UK (Edinburgh) when UK is that unpopular (as in reality)🤔 because UK had to win to host the contest🤔

[@feliciatholen]

"You deserve to be happy too" "Mother Russia does not agree" My heart broke

[@feliciatholen]

Анастасия Елистратова 🌈❤️

[@sarahleutz8238]

So sad!

[@eireneM]

I am Russian and I absolutely love this portrayal

[@squanchy9755]

I love how he was being set up as a villain but turned out to be just a super chill and supportive guy.

[@katerinapetrova24]

Dan Stevens was soo damn likeable and funny in this movie! He stole every scene that he was in 🙌 Also Alexander and Mita’s friendship is so pure 😭

[@mofloflo4843]

alexander and mita's friendship is mlm/wlw solidarity

[@catherinewilliams7561]

yes finally someone who appreciates their friendship

[@justarandomperson9417]

@@mofloflo4843 YES OMG!!!

[@mathildasjogren2039]

I love the fact that people who don't watch ESC think this is extreme and over exaggerated while it in reality is not nearly as extreme as it actually is 😂😂😂

[@ninmat]

Yes Dan Stevens is amazing, but Rachel is also remarkable. She manages to be nerdy and quirky without having MPDG-affectations, and she has a spot-on imitation of a middle aged scandi woman speaking English

[@Janexcalibur]

She apparently studied Bjork to learn the accent 🤣

[@annafeatherston9216]

She hardly looks middle aged, in 30's at oldest. She's like a fine wine

[@jessicamessica2271]

Not too nerdy, maybe a little quirky

[@MrThoughtfox]

She is very much like some of the quirkier Icelandic women I know

[@fernandahurtado-ortiz9042]

Both characters are awesome and agree with your comment 100%

[@alexandralim3381]

I love his laugh when she asks if he's gay, it's so good

[@laurenstich1049]

Dan Stevens is such an exceptional actor.

[@Kmcdnrn94]

"the other Wham guy"... I love the comedic lines and Dan Stevens deserves an award for his role in this movie!

[@lisagreig2023]

Totally agree.

[@christianeflentie1228]

Absolutely!

[@avalonazure5488]

Even their antagonist/rival is super likable

[@laurenstich1049]

OK -- this is the kind of performance that came out of nowhere and was totally unexpected!! It's so remarkable, Dan Stevens should at the very least, be nominated for Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy or Musical. Dan Stevens shows his incredible versatility as an actor in this rollicking comedic role! But he brings much more than his hysterical over-the-top very rich Russian pop star who displays an ambiguous sexuality. In addition to being in love with himself and as arrogant as can be, he also shows a sensitive side that is so evident in his affection for Rachel McAdams. What a far cry from Matthew Crawley (Downton Abbey), David Collins (The Guest) and David (Legion)!!! This man can act. And sing. He was originally to sing "The Lion of Love" but COVID-19 prevented him from traveling to the studio after the picture had wrapped. And, of course, it surely doesn't hurt that he's the most beautiful man on the planet with a high intellect and a heckuva really, really nice guy.

[@laurenstich1049]

Just saw an interview with director David Dobkin who stated that while he wanted Dan Stevens specifically for this role, he never dreamed he was going to give this kind of performance. He said he's never worked with an actor who blew him away like this and exceeded all expectations. And in addition -- he said that at screenings, nobody ever received a higher likeable response than Dan Stevens got for this iconic role.

[@lindamartin7180]

@@laurenstich1049 thanks for sharing this he is the best thing in this film

[@laurenstich1049]

@@lindamartin7180 Thank you -- I believe he certainly is -- and it seems quite clearly, that most people who have seen this film, agree. Groundbreaking performance.

[@laurenstich1049]

@@lindamartin7180 My pleasure, Linda. I really think he's a super talent.

[@lindamartin7180]

@@laurenstich1049 I agree { :

[@arnssantiago2998]

spinoff movie focusing on Alexander's gay life in Greece plsss.

[@AirWindFire]

Have I missed something? Why this obsession with him and Greece? He’s Russian?

[@GullibleTarget]

@@AirWindFire well, 'greek' means...oh well.

[@sanneP13]

@@AirWindFire in the movie he and mita talk about going to Greece, where she's from ;)

[@anindyaekbote2301]

He is not gay. He is from Russia.

[@koolstargirl23579]

@@sanneP13 She's talking about him loving greek statues

[@xtxpxhx]

”..Faberge egg, personal submersible, pet tiger...” I love him, and I'll take the pet tiger as well

[@zhangshiyucao]

I'd take him over Lars any day, gay or not :))

[@ГеоргийБерг-ю1е]

He's so handsome, that I'm feeling myself gay... But I'm 100% not gay, because I'm russian. Edit: oh thank you, my non-gay comrades, glad to see, that i'm not alone in my confusion

[@venividivivi]

Name checks out.

[@magallanica4346]

We're not gay, just pure men friendship

[@ItsCalledFutbolGuys]

I am not gay, I am he/him

[@goombapizza6335]

Good, there's a Russian here. Let me ask you something. Do Russians actually believe that there are no gay people in Russia? Putin keeps saying it. Is that something most people actually believe?

[@magallanica4346]

@@goombapizza6335 what is gay? I'm russian and i keep hearing those strange words that aren't exist in Russia : gay, rainbow, opinion...

[@mizzmatrix]

"everyone hates UK so zero points" Oh, the foreshadowing is real...

[@tsgumi]

And tragic 🤣

[@Kingiwingi8713]

Dan Stevens is a chameleon. I love him in this. They introduce him as potential baddie, but he is actually very kind, trying to make them feel included, and tbh he sees how badly treated and ignored Sigrit is and wants to help her and shower her with gifts and encouragement.

[@arinotsorri872]

“You deserve to be happy too” “Mother Russia does not agree” Damn, this hits. For a comedy, it sure cut a lot of onions.

[@nikebauschaum4714]

DAMN!!! This half minute conversation between him and Mita Mita ("You deserve to happy too") has more emotion than some whole movies! This pairing is amazing and quite unique! I would love to see more of this duo

[@evo481]

Totally agree!

[@zoricarv7963]

“…mother Russia doesn’t think so” 😢😂

[@ther_bcn]

"- You derserve to be happy.. - Mother Russia is not agree" I love the critic behind the character. In real life, year 2020, Russia is still intolerant with gays/lesbians and they are persecuted.

[@sana3843]

A lot of conservative countries are like that, so I don't know if it is fair to single out one country. It is obviously terrible that innocent people are being disrespected or prosecuted for no reason. Many believe that "promoting" homosexuality is dangerous, as if one can catch it or something. Russians are closer in mentality to Asian people rather than European. A lot of so called western values are unlikely to be adopted there anytime soon.

[@alyona_nova]

А Россия единственная страна, которая нетерпима к ЛГБТК??? К тому же у нас запрещена всего лишь пропоганда ЛГБТК на гос уровне, а большинству обычным людям по фиг кто с кем спит. Зато у нас нет уголовной ответственности как к примеру в Саудовской Аравии или ОАЭ и еще огромному списку стран. Но тем не менее мир именно Россию считает самой гомофобной🤦‍♀️👏

[@polina5520]

I think you’re a little misinformed. It’s not illegal to be LGBTQ+ in Russia, however what is illegal is to spread LGBTQ+ propaganda to children. It’s true that this law can be interpreted in different ways though. For example, gay men hold hands on the street and there’s a child who sees them. This would be seen as LGBTQ+ propaganda to children if anyone cares to bring this to the court. However, there’re still a lot of bloggers in Russia who are openly gay or lesbian and yet they’re still alive and well and not persecuted. (For example, on instagram: larkicheva, basechkaa, zhidkovskiy) I also know several people who are openly gay.

[@johnthorsen5394]

@@polina5520 that is a low, low, low bar. 'as long as we dont see them, let them live'.

[@polina5520]

@@johnthorsen5394 well, that’s how it is right now, unfortunately, it’s a fact. Russian politics at the moment is reactionary. There wasn’t such a law, for example, in the beginning of the 20th century. Russia even sent a lesbian couple on Eurovision back then and it was a shock for Europe. So, yeah, until the government stays the same, that’s how it’s going to be. That’s why many LGBTQ+ people leave Russia. The purpose of my comment wasn’t to support this law, but just to show that people aren’t persecuted for being gay in Russia.

[@sydneypinhack7459]

I get so excited anytime I see Dan Stevens getting recognition. He is truly one the best actors working right now and deserves way more attention.

[@xlleona4532]

Please enter A name : can't agree more!

[@laurenstich1049]

Oh, for sure he is getting tons of attention for this very funny role. He steals the entire movie. And now that powerhouse CAA has signed him, you better believe that Dan will be getting tons of really good scripts. An Oscar in most likely in his future. And he's worked so hard, especially after Downton Abbey, to challenge himself with a variety of roles.

[@sydneypinhack7459]

Lauren Stich I love how he always takes such drastically different roles. He’s really proved he can go anything

[@laurenstich1049]

@@sydneypinhack7459 As mentioned above, wouldn't it be great if Dan receives an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for this? It is VERY possible since this is exactly the type of breakthrough performance that outshines the entire movie!!!

[@sydneypinhack7459]

Lauren Stich that would be awesome. Unfortunately the academy rarely recognizes comedic performances, but I would be well deserved if he did

[@snows12152]

Am I the only one who laughed at “WiFi every room”. OML I’ve never gotten this many likes tysm

[@mariesdal1161]

It was really funny I don’t know why but it was

[@pegasusismysteed]

I laughed out loud. 😄 What a realistic detail to include as part of the package!

[@judiek8995]

It’s my favorite line!!!

[@Montagnard_DePeshxo]

Talia B. You think there is no WiFi in Russia? Here is free WiFi even in Subway

[@snows12152]

The Mensch I no go to subway but that’s nice lol

[@sophycandice4751]

I'm Russian and I have to say that Dan made a great job! First of all, his accent is brilliant and second of all, he definitely looks and acts like his prototype... I'm not going to say who, I just suggest you to watch Eurovision 2016:D

[@lolerie]

2019 also.

[@ny6978]

Who?

[@0912sooli]

I think he based on Kirkorov and Baskov too😅

[@svclana4ever]

My sister and I agree that he stole the entire movie. And anyway, it's always worth it to watch movies and tv shows just for him :) PS: I need a spinoff about Alexander Lemtov!!

[@fyingfish9370]

With I didn't realize that he was dan Stevens?!! I thought to myself when I was watching, this guy is so handsome and such a good actor. His performance in this movie is so amazing, so charming, natural and smoothhhhhh aghhh love it

[@laurenstich1049]

Becasue he is 60 pounds thinner than he was in Downton Abbey. He lost all the baby fat for The Guest in 2013, and kept it off ever since, sometimes appearing actually anorexic -- too, too thin sometimes.

[@lucasgray1492]

I think Mita and Alexander deserve a spinoff.

[@johannabelle]

I LOVED this character. Part of the sweetness of this movie comes from the fact that even Lemtov, who is kind of an antagonist to Lars, is fundamentally a kind, understanding person with good intentions. Eurovision just makes me feel all warm inside.

[@arbys4369]

“WiFi every room. What do you give her? Nothing.”

[@Asa...S]

I missed my favorite line from him "like silky kitty fists in marshmallow boxing gloves"

[@grace-yz2sr]

When did he say that?

[@Asa...S]

@@grace-yz2sr When Lars (Will Ferrell) were punching him. I thought it was in the movie, but I´ve checked and João Santana is right, it wasn´t. It was only in the trailer.

[@grace-yz2sr]

@@Asa...S Ah, right! I remember.

[@DavidDiaz52794]

It was one of the most awaited parts in the movie but in the end , it wasn't!!! Me too, I was waiting for this!!!

[@amandarose4469]

In the trailer, cut out of the movie.

[@MarieEpicee]

Such an incredible actor! As a Russian myself, I can tell Dan did a lot of homework to ensure he looks and sounds exactly like a Russian would.

[@laurenstich1049]

Great, great actor who has yet to receive his due from the industry. He's proven in every category -- drama, comedy, musical, sci-fi, horror, etc.

[@morelaikacons]

Mother Russia agrees that he is a scene stealer

[@captainzayatc]

yes

[@selenophile410]

No nyet this time

[@BumbleBee8323]

No joke Dan Stevens was my fave character in this. He was funny, supportive, kind, understanding. He's brilliant 🥰

[@Carol-Lyne]

The fact that this is DAN STEVENS absolutely blows my mind!!! 😂❤ he is such a brilliant actor.... every character he plays, I see the character first. Then the actor maybe. Actually it is the same for Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams as well. But back to DAN STEVENS, ❤❤❤❤❤, he is also the heartthrob Matthew from Downton Abbey!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@DanielaARMarques1982]

I need a friend like Alexander in my life

[@idkandidc2619]

Daniela Marques everyone needs an Alexander in their life

[@laurenstich1049]

Daniel Marques -- Everyone needs a *DAN STEVENS* in their life!

[@MoonQueen1010]

He’s so gorgeous, and the way he looks at Rachel with those steel blue eyes...

[@laurenstich1049]

SWOON.......

[@fayema6391]

like if he was the best character in the movie 😜😜

[@ellenz7126]

totally

[@coelhocalves92]

Idea for a spin-off film: A film about Alexander moving with Mitta to Greece where he finally finds love and acceptance.

[@mylindeliljeqvist3006]

And then Fire Saga visits Greece to sing at Alexanders gay wedding yaaaaaaaaassssssss

[@squireforhire8007]

@@mylindeliljeqvist3006 only if they sing 'Ja Ja ding dong'

[@cierral1170]

YASSSSS

[@cierral1170]

@@squireforhire8007 Yes!!

[@ellysvet6232]

Alexander's and Mitta's Greek Adventure!!!! I DEMAND THIS SEQUEL

[@StillWaters_RunDeep]

THIS compilation is life! Alexander Lemtov is so wonderfully portrayed by Dan Stevens that he absolutely needs a spin-off. Lion of Love 2021!

[@acg740]

Did anyone else watch this movie just to see Dan Stevens? He was so good as Alexander and I’m still not over Matthew Crawley.

[@daledeguzman6117]

Aoife 1805 my feelings exactly!

[@laurenstich1049]

Thought he did a hilarious job with this very funny role and I love him to death. But for me, Matthew Crawley will always be my favorite character. Gorgeous, elegant, noble and so perfectly well-mannered. A hunk with a brain and a heart. Will *never* get over Matthew Crawley. And the music John Lunn wrote specifically as "Matthew's Theme" is achingly beautiful. It's played every time there is a Matthew/Mary scene. Haunting.....but Dan richly deserves a Golden Globe Award as Best Supporting Actor in a comedy or Musical for this -- so different from anything he's ever done. Completely owned the character and shocked everyone on the set with his brilliant, original portrayal.

[@acg740]

@Lauren Stitch I feel as if you’ve taken the words straight out of my mouth! Matthew Crawley was such a wonderful character and he will always be my favourite too, I think you’ve described him so perfectly. I also love the song that’s played in all of Matthew and Mary’s scenes, it’s called “Such Good Luck” (I love that it’s named after the farewell at the station scene!) and I feel that the beauty of the song compliments Matthew and Mary’s love story so well.

[@paulakroy2635]

Nah to see David Haller

[@pam8sj0611]

Meeee

[@alexverdigris9939]

He's my favourite character in that movie.

[@laurenstich1049]

By all accounts -- all reviewers and most fans -- he is definitely the best character in this movie. A really fun and yet poignant role that Dan had a blast doing.

[@Support-your-local-team]

Him and the K-Pop producer who talked about his BDE hundo P

[@nerminelsayed4577]

Dan Stevens is brilliant!! What an artist, this is beyond acting.. he masters every face expression, every move.. i am seriously blown away by his performance 🏆

[@laurenstich1049]

Dan Stevens gives a tour-de-force performance -- one for the ages. Why hasn't the industry acknowledged him as one of this generation's great talents???

[@sarahrose1834]

There is something about Dan Stevens that makes him absolutely beautiful

[@ellenz7126]

HE'S MAGNIFICENT

[@laurenstich1049]

In every role he plays, especially this comedic turn. One of today's best actors. Period.

[@ellenz7126]

agreed. there's nothing this man can't do.

[@enelrahcreivaj]

Can't get enough of Dan Stevens. Alex Lemtov is definitely my fav character here!

[@alisa-bg1wr]

Dan Stevens stole the movie!! Lemtov is such an amazing and likable character!! He is the one that made this movie so great!!!

[@laurenstich1049]

Oscar worthy of Best Supporting Actor - he IS the movie.

[@Nothinghere1794]

I loved him in Eurovision so much literally one of my favs

[@Blabette]

I love the way his eyes look when he says “it can be arranged.” 😍 4:46

[@laurenstich1049]

He shows how very sweet he really is. A wonderful Dan Stevens touch to make him so very human.

[@fairy5668]

The whole "it's more beautiful because you're here" usually makes me roll my eyes but those blue eyes and hair and chest just... do something

[@Adrian-S.]

Dan Stevens is king in this. He certainly stole the show!

[@laurenstich1049]

Not the first time. Dan Stevens is so good, you can't take your eyes off him in every role he plays. Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a comedy or Musical. It just has to be him!!!

[@amirama7114]

"He, him pronoun" ROFL Dan Stevens deserves not only an award for this but a spin-off which focuses on his future- he stole the show for me

[@nevadaadie8881]

I expected him to be a villain, and he ended up being my favorite character 😭😭😭 he’s so great.

[@leondelaforet]

I literally got lost in his eyes in that balcony scene. ღ

[@MM-wf4js]

When he said "Be my guest" knowing that he played prince Adam in Beauty and the Beast is everything 😂✨

[@darlenejamieson4984]

Yes! I thought so too. Also Lars constantly saying Elves aren't real when he played Elf

[@MM-wf4js]

@@darlenejamieson4984 the irony lol😂

[@amandajohnstongroovingupsl2976]

@@darlenejamieson4984 hahaha omg I never even thought of that even though I’ve seen Elf 1,000 times 😂

[@Dream1ng]

honestly, he's the best character.

[@laurenstich1049]

Absolutely no doubt about that!

[@alisatodorova]

Dan Stevens was incredible in this movie!!!

[@ffeff8353]

Dan Stevens is nothing short of brilliant. There is nothing this man cannot do... plus he's easy on BOTH the eyes and the ears!

[@derekma7643]

Scene stealer! His Russian accent/mannerism was near perfect. I lived in a dorm full of Russian students playing loud music. I speak with some authority here lol

[@Hello-mv3xs]

Finally... You know this is the compilation we’ve all been waiting for 🙌🏻

[@mickmickey3137]

Dan Stevens is truly amazing! I loved everything about his performance: his accent was spot on, his manner of speaking and body language was so right for the character he portrayed. Lemtov and Mita together were great, favorite characters. Jokes about Russia and their attitude to the LGBTQ+ community are hilarious. Being a European myself, this is a quite accurate representation of Eurovision. Not exaggerated)) And one more time: Dan Stevens is awesome!

[@chevycesare]

we need a EUROVISION FIRE SAGA 2 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! please. necesitamos una segunda parte!!

[@enderwiggins8248]

No vi la primera temporada, ¿cómo es?

[@chevycesare]

@@enderwiggins8248 es una película. Eurovisión fire saga. (Es la historia de 2 personas de Islandia) el ruso es otro personaje. Pero es taaan buen personaje que espero hagan una segunda película que se centre en él. Dura unas dos horas.. aprovecha una tarde y mirala. 😁😁

[@daledeguzman6117]

w/ Lemtov as main character please ☺️

[@zeldamag8381]

I want a whole Netflix series!!!

[@juliakay6204]

Dan Stevens definitely steals every scene he’s in.

[@suomimelody]

I watch this every night, just makes me happy!

[@javcollao]

The most adorable character in this movie

[@eceeksisu]

"Mother Russia does not agree" is now in my daily vocabulary.

[@eceeksisu]

Someone: Hi! Me: *with a Russian accent* Mother Russia does not agree.

[@cdan5936]

I’m a big fan of Dan Stevens now. He was brilliant at Alexander

[@laurenstich1049]

Deserves a Golden Globe Award nomination as Best Supporting Actor in a comedy or Musical

[@alexishorowitz6061]

I love the expectation subversion with both him and Mita. They’re both wonderful, caring characters

[@luisrivas9458]

The BEST character of this amazing Movie.