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Unsung Heroes of Acting
Australia
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 25 มิ.ย. 2021
Welcome to Unsung Heroes of Acting where I discuss and analyse the careers of lesser-known actors whose body of work is deserving of wider recognition.
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Sophie Thompson
While her older sister Emma may be more well known, English actor Sophie Thompson (born 1962) is an extremely versatile and gifted actor whose range knows no end. Whether on film, tv or theatre she consistently delivers highly entertaining and thought-provoking performances.
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Unsung Heroes of Acting: Delroy Lindo
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Delroy Lindo (born 1952 in the UK and based in America) is a supremely talented and versatile actor. He is a master in the craft of character development and subtlety, outstanding in everything he appears in and is deserving of much wider recognition. #trending#actors#hollywood#delroylindo#spikelee
Unsung Heroes of Acting : Collin Wilcox Paxton
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American actor Collin Wilcox Paxton (1935-2009) was a force of nature. A supremely talented actor who not only blazed the screen with her unforgettable performance as Mayella Ewell in To Kill A Mockingbird (1962) but who created a whole range of contrasting characters throughout a career that lasted forty years. #trending#tokillamockingbird#film#actors
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Brock Peters
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Although perhaps most recognised for his performance as Tom Robinson in "To Kill A Mockingbird" (1962), American actor and singer Brock Peters (1927-2005) was a formidable and versatile talent, who played several contrasting and beautifully detailed roles in a career that was to last almost fifty years. #trending#tokillamockingbird#actor#hollywoodmovies
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Margaret Avery
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@unsungheroesofacting explores the career of the wonderful American actor, Margaret Avery. Her career currently spans over fifty years and features a diverse and impressive array of roles, including perhaps what is her best known performance in The Colour Purple (1985). #thecolorpurple#stevenspielberg#film#trending
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Roy Kinnear - Beyond Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory
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Although British actor Roy Kinnear (1934 - 1988) was a celebrated performer in his heyday and was by all accounts well known, his work is deserving of rediscovery by a generation unfamiliar with this wonderful performer. #trending#roykinnear #thehill #britishactor#willywonka
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Judy Parfitt
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Although British Actor Judy Parfitt has experienced late career recognition for her role in the BBC television series "@Call the Midwife" she has been working steadily and tirelessly for the past seventy years. Her career is breathtaking in terms of her versatility and the sheer volume of work she has achieved. Capable of playing a kaleidoscope of characters and genres, Judy Parfitt is a master...
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Ronald Lacey - Beyond 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'
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Masterful English character actor Ronald Lacey (1935-1991) had a prolific career with over 170 credits to his name. Although perhaps best remembered for his role in "Raiders of the Lost Ark" (1981), there was so much more to this gifted actor. Capable of playing a vast array of contrasting roles, his work continues to inspire, entertain and educate. DISCLAIMER: All materials used in this video ...
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Kenneth J Warren
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Australian actor Kenneth J Warren (1929-1973) carved out an impressive career as a character actor, working predominately in the UK for almost 30 years. In that time he proved himself to be a versatile performer capable of playing subtle and ordinary people through to "over the top" villains and comedic characters. Sadly he has been largely forgotten, but thankfully the extensive catalogue of w...
Unsung Heroes of Acting: Sinead Matthews
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Since appearing on the scene in the early 2000's, English Actor Sinead Matthews has built a steady career as a versatile and immensely gifted performer. An actor experienced in all the performing arts mediums of film, television and theatre, she has incredible scope, ranging from hard hitting social realist dramas and thrillers, through to skillfully playing comedy and satire. It's a privilege ...
I was looking up Roy Kinnear because I was looking at the Watership Down cast and thought I recognized him from a Phil Collins video of all things. I am happy to say that I do know him from other things as well, that was just the first thing that came to mind. If (when) you had a Patreon, I would subscribe. I absolutely love character actors.
Great video as always! I don't know if you're looking for new actors to talk about or if he would fit with your channel as he's still pretty young but Jharrel Jerome would make for a really good video in my opinion. He's really talented and has a really interesting filmography. His most notable roles are probably Kevin in moonlight (which won best picture at the 2017 oscars) and Corey Wise in the 2019 Netflix miniseries when they see us based on the central park five (now known as the exonerated five) case which he won an emmy for. He's got other performances which I think are worth checking out, including his role in the 2020 drama Selah and the spades and his performance as the 13 foot tall main character Cootie in the Boots Reily amazon series I'm a virgo. While he has received some deserved praise as you've seen I believe he's not as talked about and underrated compared to other actors around his age. I'd also like to see your analysis of his characters/acting in general as well. Like I said before I don't know if he would fit with the types of actors you make videos about but I think he's worth looking into and you should definitely see his performance in when they see us if you haven't already even if you aren't interested in making a video about him. Anyway that's it thanks for reading this all if you did btw 🙏🩷
@@aubreewithaextrae Thank you so much for your kind words and for suggesting an actor for this series. I really appreciate it. The advantage of focusing on lesser known actors is that the pool from which to draw from is very deep and wide. The possibilities are endless! I know that I’ve only scratched the surface in terms of who to focus on and have started with those performers I’m more familiar with. However, there’s no set agenda and I’m very open to looking at actors from any era or style! I value your suggestion and from what I’ve seen of his work, I agree, he’d be really good to feature. The only challenge I foresee is that as his work is very recent often it can be difficult sourcing clips . More importantly they may also pose a challenge for TH-cam in terms of copyright. But have no fear, I really think there’s potential here so we may find a way forward regardless of any challenges. Thanks again 🙏
@@unsungheroesofactingno problem thanks for considering it in the first place, i love the way you talk about the subjects of your videos i can tell you really admire them and care about their performances it's really nice to watch. i hope you're channel continues to grow you really deserve it!!
@@aubreewithaextrae Thank you so much! Your encouragement and support is really valued 🙏🤗
I remember her from Midsomer Murders and Harry Potter
Probably the most daring, the most committed and the bravest of actors and actresses.
I always liked him as 'Harris' in 'Porridge'.
@@MIKE-lg1hz Likewise! Harris was a beautiful creation. I originally featured some clips from Porridge (the “Storm in a Teacup” episode) but unfortunately Copyright issues prevented me from keeping them in. 🙏
Who’s a good boy then anybody remember that play
I knew Emma's mum was an actress and have seen her in many things, but did not even know she had a sister, let alone one who is also an actress. We've always had some british tv in the u.s. so I've seen her before in some of these shows.
@@anastasiabeaverhausen8220 Yes! It can be surprising when you realise that the more well known actors have siblings who are also established and gifted actors in their own right. For whatever reason they remain somewhat in the shadows by comparison. Discovering them is a joy 🙏
RIP Ronald Lacey (1935-1991)
My lovely one ❤
Greetings from Paris and from global Black family.
@@lolakepi Thank you for the call out! Great to hear from you 🙏
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Happy I stumbled across your channel, good stuff
@@UserMum7512 Thank you so much for your feedback. Much appreciated 🙏
Brilliant and beautiful! Vera is one of my favourite characters in film.
This is a great idea for a series; we have endless discussions regarding more well known performers and this serves as a guide to our more obscure actors and their gifts to the culture. Thank you for your efforts and enthusiasm.
@paulsuchy6210 Thank you for your great feedback. It’s much appreciated 🙏
One of the greatest legendary actors of all time. R.I.P. Brock.
Brilliant actor ❤❤
I so agree with you! He was a joy to research. So wide ranging in his gifts.
❤D ME SOME MR. BROCK PETERSlllll With your beautiful face and magnificent voice. Rest In Everlasting Peace And Glory, MR. BROCK PETERS! I SHALL ALWAYS ❤ YOU AND YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THIS MOST UNFAIR AND MOST WICKED COUNTRY! 😢😢😢😢😢😢
A Great Actor!!!!!!!❤
I so agree!! So versatile too!
this is a really unique and awesome idea for a channel! keep going and giving these unsung actors their much deserved flowers 👏
Thank you so much for your lovely words and support! It can be a bit of a challenge maintaining a channel idea, but as you so succinctly put it, these people are so deserving of their flowers and that makes it all worthwhile 🙏
Great actor from Oz. Died too young.
Lacey's performance in Raiders is on another level. I was born the year that came out. I grew up with it and it’s one of my top favorite films. I watched it repeatedly as a child and his performance has always been one of the most memorable parts of that film for me.
Rest in Power, Mr Brock ✊🏽 and ALL the enormous population of forgotten talent & pioneers in Hollyweird that you also represent! 🎭 🎥 🕯️
I'm glad you did this. It always ticks me off that the only performance praised in the gr8 y iiiT hope woman's adapted "... Mockingbird" is Peck's. And I know I've seen him in tons of old things I come across. (as a genX er, most were made before I was born.) Incredible actor. Died without any "honorary acknowledgement" by that filthy joke "Acedemy,." And like m o s t fantastic actors & actresses who are "⬛" are COMPLETELY forgotten. So... Thanks dude.
Wow, on a lighter note, that means he's done waaaay more movies 🎥 than even my dude, Sam the Great Jackson himself! Whom must've done like 30 movies 😄 before we even knew his name! Of course, Same the Great, isn't done just yet.
Thank you for your thoughts here. They are so appreciated! You may be aware of this already but there’s a fabulous documentary on Netflix called “Is That Black Enough For You?” which addresses this very issue of representation and who is controlling the voice and image. Well worth a watch. Thanks again 🙏
@@unsungheroesofacting no, I'm not aware of the 'flix joint you mentioned. So, As much as it pains me to support the distributing platform responsible for MacFarland's disrespectful, cheap abomination that bears the name "Good Times," (animated) .. I'd be interested in looking into that title. Thanks for the info 👍🏽
Amazing 👏🏽
A GREAT ACTOR! HIGHLY UNDERRATED!
Can't find him in Polanski's Macbeth... Macbeth's "Shag-haired villains" are two different actors.
He was also in what ever happened to the likely lads and porridge
A legend
MAGNIFICENT Actress!
He and American actress, Lee Remick both born in 1935, then both died in 1991 at the exact same age of 55, months apart, I looked it up at the Internet Movie Database
That’s incredible.
Though I wasn't exposed to his work as an American his iconic role in Raiders of the Lost Ark as well as his role as the evil magician in Red Sonja always made him one of my favorite villains. I'm 45 and was just a child when those movies came out but all these years later I still remember his performances.
Love Sinead, she is a fantastic actor with a wide range. Sinead reminds me at times of Miranda Richardson, able to move from comedy to trauma through pathos seamlessly. And that amazing voice!
I completely agree! Very gifted, with a lovely chameleon like quality and a great subtlety that serves her so well in whatever genre or style!
Really engaging watch, thank you. He is so versatile.
Oh thank you so much 🙏 I completely agree , he was just so versatile!
Love this channel! Congratulations.
Thank you so much!
Fabulous project! Loved learning about the work of this wonderful actor.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you