Willem Dafoe: Abandon Perfection, Try to Fail

[@opensesame.1968]

Who here after Berlioz dropped?

[@joemankee]

Yuup

[@akhyder]

Y'all are my tribe

[@Snake_47]

KNEW that was his voice

[@maritinatv]

Yep!!

[@kevincooper4912]

Exactly!

[@lauriefields3523]

I've heard that perfection is the enemy of the good. As a writer I try too hard to be perfect; failing is the real teacher, not perfection. I'm never going to get a story right, right out of the box. Every story needs editing, I'll always have an "aha!" moment the day after writing a scene. It's okay to just be good; what's more important is the audience like my work.

[@janey0513]

He's done 129 films: To live and die in LA, Platoon, Boondock Saints, Last temptation of Christ, Mississippi burning, Born on the fourth of July, Shadow of the vampire, My Hindu friend, Florida project, The Lighthouse, Motherless Brooklyn just to mention a few. I LOVE his work! So extremely gifted, talented and versatile. Why has this man not won an Oscar!? Looking forward to seeing the films to come. 💖

[@enatp6448]

His scene in Platoon was probably one of the most powerful scenes I've experienced. Running towards the chopper...

[@janey0513]

Iconic Riveting Powerful Moving! Oscar worthy‼️

[@MarkowskyArt]

2:13 “It’s only risky if it’s not risky.” 👌😎

[@woodsmanagement6298]

Elaborate please what he meant break it down for me

[@MarkowskyArt]

@@woodsmanagement6298 In other words, you’re unlikely to succeed if you don’t take a chance. If you hide under the covers; never leave the comfort of your home; never take a risk of going out into the world, you risk letting life pass you by.

[@BbGun-lw5vi]

@@woodsmanagement6298 Risks pay off because they lead to greatness or at the very least learning something new. By not taking risks you will stay where you are. And doing that is what’s actually truly risky.

[@jaym3566]

@@woodsmanagement6298 I think he meant if it's not risky, then you aren't pushing yourself creatively. Which for an artist is death. And that is the ultimate risk for an artist.

[@oriondavidtorres1759]

All my jazz lover fellas who came from Berlioz 2:24 "Something Will Happen" 🥺

[@DanielLehmannMusic]

Always a pleasure listening to some Willem Dafoe.

[@TimNelson]

Smartest creative advice I've been treated to in years -- as someone in the creative business for 40 years. Bravo.

[@calderlevine7489]

"Try again. Fail again. Fail better" - Samuel Beckett

[@aimielisa]

"Not worry and be free." ❤️

[@wideawake5630]

So true. The most empowering thing that could happen to me as a singer was to crash and burn No one stopped loving me. Performance opportunities still came. The world kept spinning.I was more relaxed and therefore sang better after that.

[@willmerwin2226]

here from the berlioz song

[@AntoniTolwinski]

I've re-watched this clip far too many times - I say that as if too much of a good thing can eventually become bad... which tends to be true, but certainly not in this case. These words of genuine, heartfelt wisdom that actively help me overcome my very specific struggles, guide me down the right track every time I hear them. I tend to re-watch this clip whenever I'm feeling particularly beaten down despite wanting to continue... and wonderful people who actually understand the depth of their artistry, such as Willem Dafoe or Philip Seymour Hoffman, always guide me down the right track to continue nevertheless. I'm truly thankful for this, and of course them.

[@JJONNYREPP]

Willem Dafoe: Abandon Perfection, Try to Fail 0719am 24.10.24 try fucking things up to garner a reaction from the co-star to see how they flail on the ropes and attempt to pull you round and save the scene.... th interviwer was somewhat akin to an acid head who was wayout there just agreeing to anythign said as though it was the key to the universe and everything,... yeah, man....

[@pattithompsett9540]

you dont see it very much in his acting but what a great smile

[@RenegadeShepard69]

The Supporting Actor of the Year for The Lighthouse to me. Great great Actor. Thank you so much.

[@zovalentine7305]

No such thing as failure. Only mis-takes🎬

[@adi9296]

What an interesting perspective. Really needed to hear this as my career is at scary crossroads.

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[@discokev100]

I watched the whole interview late one evening - I was going to bed but then this came on. It’s impossible not to listen to this man. He radiates wisdom

[@spookmineer]

I had my subwoofer on while listening to this, and my wife tells me to repeat the clip. If you play this underwater, whales will be able to hear it on the other side. Willem, you're great!

[@alex0589]

i have no sub, bass is turned all the way down and my 10 inch speakers sound like fkg Smaug is in here. This show is mixed for ipad speakers or something.

[@ZeroComplaints]

That little eyebrow raise at 1:15 though

[@Davearmstrong42]

Willem... I have loved your career and you have meant so much in my life but even more so, I love to see the wisdom of time in your approach. Thank you again!

[@jimwoodswrites]

I've watched this video over and over and over. It's so honest and true. Actually trying to fail is freeing and a great way to move forward. Thanks to Willem for his amazing insights here.

[@zovalentine7305]

22 July 2020 Happy Birthday Willem Dafoe⚘

[@enatp6448]

Oh...! I'm putting that statement on my bathroom mirror. That's seriously good stuff!

[@jessicam.3438]

This channel's such a gift.

[@hockeylax0115]

Did anybody else think they recognized his voice in the Berlioz song and look for this interview? I knew it was him. Surprised he didn’t get a credit.

[@AnaVerona_]

Willem is amazing.

[@finnv5459]

I swear I tought I was going crazy hearing his voice in the Berlioz song

[@saturatedcranium]

his voice is soothing

[@brucelee4996]

When I first saw Willem in "Live and Die in LA."... I knew he was going to be one of my favorites. 🏆🏆🏆

[@kiranh8472]

The insight is tremendous! One of my favorite actors of all time!

[@TimMaloneyNMactor]

Lit up like a Zen Master , or a Child on Christmas Morning . Love this guy .

[@djando]

Wise words

[@JoeyAriemma]

This is critical. Thank you for this channel.

[@YettiMCFB]

How has he never been casted to play The Joker

[@Panos__P]

Yes!🙏 He should have!

[@mrjoker736]

I Know His Voice and Laugh Perfect...

[@samanthab1923]

He gives me more of a Riddler vibe.

[@NoYoutubeName1]

Maybe he never auditioned for it, maybe he wouldn’t want to accept the role. You make all actors sound like slaves with your line... Williem Defoe is big enough to have some choice in his career. You should research some of the roles that some actors have turned down even when they know it would give them a lot of money and attention.

[@malafakka8530]

Because there are only so many opportunities to play the Joker and not everyone will get the offer? Maybe he doesn't care? But yes, if a good script were offered to him I'd like to see him as the Joker.

[@ph-vf5hx]

This is so good

[@SetInStoneNow]

This guy is so unique. Fascinating to watch and listen to.

[@SamrudhVNayak]

Just wow.

[@danisteep9570]

pro tipp: listen to the interview with good headphones and some bass boost. He will make your f*king head explode.

[@samdeane5003]

Wisdom. 😎

[@arduh]

its only risky if its not risky, man thats a great sentence

[@amazingcezo]

Wise man.

[@gillyarchtop]

I swear by heaven and earth, this is the secret sauce to free yourself into writing original, creative and original stuff.

[@azileeee]

something will happen.

[@stevec4702]

You know, I'm something of a failure myself.

[@enatp6448]

Relisten to this often.

[@JupGem]

Fucking Perfect 👌🏼 only Willem could put this so ....on Point. He’s a brilliant actor.

[@BecomeConsciousNow]

He's right

[@ofentse_tshilo]

When I heard Berlioz song “Something Will Happen” and I heard a familiar voice saying “Something Will Happen” and I just knew it had to be Willem.D. And that’s what lead me here

[@danielcarlin2699]

Damn. That was Beautiful

[@minafaith2802]

"...you know you'll survive things." ^^^^

[@mehjaasoa6245]

I can't seem to find the full episode, any help?

[@zovalentine7305]

Boondock saint⚘💖⚘

[@hinazuke]

He’ll always be Gill from Finding Nemo for me...

[@Rob-eg8qc]

If you can't manage failure you won't learn and achieve what you want.

[@nicluciano4647]

my subwoofer is bumpin right now

[@PranavBhasin]

'something will happen' by berlioz

[@harrisonhaine1199]

I want Willem Dafoe to be my dad

[@cinemapilgrim4535]

Wow!!

[@Gary-qp1sf]

You know, I’m something of a failure myself

[@JJONNYREPP]

Willem Dafoe: Abandon Perfection, Try to Fail 0717am 24.10.24 i wouldnt even attempt to achieve either......

[@artivism4068]

I love this man. A real thespian. A real humble New Yorker. I hope he sees the truth about the plandemic.

[@cluesblues7]

God bless Berlioz

[@TubenIt83]

In film, the best take will be used, therefore the risk is minimized.

[@NoYoutubeName1]

Some directors will only do take. Whether that’s just because of the directors way of doing things or because of budget / time / scheduling reasons it’s very common for directors to do only one or two takes. Maybe less so in Hollywood, I don’t know. But TV shows have an even tighter schedule with many scenes and shots to pack into just one day and they often can’t go over time for the allocated shooting weeks for the tv season or movie. And things like losing daylight is a common problem too.

[@NoYoutubeName1]

I meant, some directors will only do *a single* take for each shot

[@reelscreenwriting8940]

Will always be green goblin

[@jevincox166]

God i HATE streaming now. Just to watch 1 interview i have to subscribe to your site. Taken off netflix etc. STUPID !!!!!

[@jevincox166]

Post a full fucking interview for once. Jesus

[@jammer3618]

Great actor but showing real wear and tear

[@WTMarx]

Do the scene poorly. What an exercise. Ah HA! I'm ready.

[@mikevanderheiden]

Thumbs down for failures sake.

[@dlg5485]

Jesus Christ himself

[@SenorToucan]

an uncensored F-bomb on off camera?

[@memezyyyyyyyyyy]

Did that hurt your 4-year old ears? 😥

[@BG-pg5tu]

@@memezyyyyyyyyyy it hurt my three year old's ears. Watching at home these days after all.

[@memezyyyyyyyyyy]

@@BG-pg5tu Aww I'm sure it can walk it off

[@moisesenrique3241]

Beautiful expression of humanity, horrible interviewer.