An acting masterclass from Sir Michael Caine (BBC Radio 4)

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    Watch the BBC first on iPlayer 👉 bbc.in/iPlayer-Home Tears, nudity, alcohol, and what to do with your eyes. Sir Michael Caine provides an acting masterclass to the BBC's Mark Lawson.
    Sir Michael came into Broadcasting House for an interview with Radio 4's Front Row. You will be able to hear the full interview here: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00tyv8c
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  • @RaiceGeriko
    @RaiceGeriko 8 ปีที่แล้ว +866

    Wow... "You must fight the tears. And when you fight the tears, the audience will cry for you."
    This dude is the real deal.

    • @nadhemsouli920
      @nadhemsouli920 8 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      +Winston S. Exactly what happened in the last scene in The dark knight rises, where he thought Bruce Wayne died ! I Cried for him ..

    • @huracan200173
      @huracan200173 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gets me thinking about the splashdown in apollo 13 and Ed Harris "sort of" crying... that gets me every time. This dude here is a MASTER.

    • @holamoco
      @holamoco 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's like Conan the Barbarian, "Conan does not cry, so I cry for him".

    • @cadenrolland5250
      @cadenrolland5250 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This guy knows so much about his craft, it's scary!

    • @ritawing1064
      @ritawing1064 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like the post-abortion scene in "Alfie"...unforgettable acting by Caine.

  • @kaleidojess
    @kaleidojess 10 ปีที่แล้ว +403

    "..if you fight the tears, the audience will cry for you"

  • @TheObsoletist33
    @TheObsoletist33 8 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    I just want like 5 hours of this talk. I can't believe how interesting this was.

    • @shaunmichaels650
      @shaunmichaels650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Just TH-cam acting workshop and he has an hour long one where he goes through everything

    • @AvGas
      @AvGas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      His audiobooks are fantastic.

  • @TheToneBender
    @TheToneBender 8 ปีที่แล้ว +508

    Not entirely sure why i'm watching acting tips since i have no plans of becoming an actor but i'm enjoying it nontheless

    • @Locktwiste72
      @Locktwiste72 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I'm watching because it's Sir Michael Caine talking. This man can be doing a 2-hour documentary about paint drying on the wall and I'd STILL watch him.

    • @KTlevine07
      @KTlevine07 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      literally in exactly the same boat. had a sudden urge to learn. think it'll happen my work lol

    • @unrickz9225
      @unrickz9225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      everyone is acting all the time...

    • @davemiller6055
      @davemiller6055 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here.

    • @julesotis13
      @julesotis13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ife lessons!

  • @edu1267
    @edu1267 8 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    Could listen to this dude allday. Would love to have a podcast or something like that with him. loved it.

    • @lvteachme973
      @lvteachme973 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!

    • @LexusRose07
      @LexusRose07 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Dude!! Same...can hear this guy all day.❤

  • @dacookoosnest
    @dacookoosnest 6 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    Got into a fight once with my drama teacher about acting drunk, he said I should act drunk, i then turned and said surely if I’m drunk I’m trying to cover up the fact that I’m drunk? To which the argument kept going back and forth. I’m just happy that Michael Caine also believes the same as i do!

    • @alexhodgson7254
      @alexhodgson7254 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I guess it depends on the context of the scene if youre drunk with your friends who are also drunk in the scene in a private setting then you could act drunk and let it flow out of you, however if youve come home drunk to your parents house underage and your characters parents are strict then i guess you would try to hide the fact you are drunk true?

    • @THOMAS2910able
      @THOMAS2910able 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Sometimes you embrace the drunk sometimes you cover it up - context is needed.

    • @OrganicActing
      @OrganicActing 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hey - whatever works!

    • @righteouslioncomedian1069
      @righteouslioncomedian1069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like a given circs argument. There probably isn't a defining way to be found until context is established.

    • @urbanapache2
      @urbanapache2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I had the same deal at drama school, but I referenced Sam Rockwell, who said, something like "I went to the bar, and drunk soda, and just watched, then I realised ...drunks don't act drunk, they try to act sober" It changed it all for me.

  • @SimonCantan
    @SimonCantan 10 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    Fascinating. Michael Caine is such a smart guy.

    • @TheRuoka
      @TheRuoka 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ***** One of the best, a true professional.

  • @RYSEproductions
    @RYSEproductions 8 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    He should direct something. Just freakin anything.

    • @ShahidKhan-ke8fe
      @ShahidKhan-ke8fe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He answered that question. He said it took much time out of his schedule - time he could spend acting.

    • @ssekabirageoffry7577
      @ssekabirageoffry7577 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mkprocter882 such a saint

  • @shivercanada
    @shivercanada 8 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    What a Legend, I hope he has a long healthy life I never tire of him

    • @squamish4244
      @squamish4244 ปีที่แล้ว

      He's still going at 89. He says he will keep acting as long as he can! His good friend Christopher Plummer never stopped until he died at 91.

  • @JerryWatkinsMrRobot
    @JerryWatkinsMrRobot 8 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Very, very few celebrities that could be said of me that I "worship", but Mr Caine is one.

  • @DrummerBoy233
    @DrummerBoy233 9 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    When Michael explained the part about choosing which eye of the opposing actor to look into, so as to remain open to the camera. I never gave it a lot of thought and put that in the back of my mind, very useful tip.

  • @theresepham2007
    @theresepham2007 8 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    goosebumps everywhere...this is brilliant teaching...punching advice that you'll never forget

  • @ManCave1972
    @ManCave1972 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Some of the subtle looks Caine gives in Get Carter are truly menacing and chilling. One of the most enjoyable actors to watch in the history of cinema.

    • @senzanome7801
      @senzanome7801 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I believe I'd never get tired of seeing Michael Caine's movies.

  • @becky5760
    @becky5760 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I really love the mentioning of Male actors fighting the tears, I recall Hugh Jackman mentioning the exact same thing and he even gave an example of the performance. Brilliant concept for such strong acting.

  • @Mojosbigstick
    @Mojosbigstick 9 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The great value of years of experience.

  • @EthanMartinox
    @EthanMartinox 8 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    Saying "My Cocaine" out loud sounds like Michael Caine saying his own name.

    • @tontontaik
      @tontontaik 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Ethan Martin rofl

    • @jps5980
      @jps5980 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Apparently A Woman Went up to Michael Caine at a Reward Ceremony and said to him 'Are you a Drug Dealer' 'No' 'Then Why is Everyone pointing at you, Saying There's My Cocaine' LOL 😂

    • @joestewart-paul7181
      @joestewart-paul7181 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is so funny 😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @jacksilver6140
      @jacksilver6140 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣

    • @righteouslioncomedian1069
      @righteouslioncomedian1069 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plot twist: That is literally his name and we've been saying it wrong all these years.

  • @Nantchev
    @Nantchev 10 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Amazing, especially the bit about the drunk acting.

  • @connielamothe5692
    @connielamothe5692 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Michael is absolutely one of my mentors. He doesn't know it LOL, but I adore his work and everything he has shared. Currently reading his book!

  • @MrPoupard
    @MrPoupard 10 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Agree or not ...it's advice from someone whose been there, seen it and done it for > 50 years so we should listen and learn.

  • @markfarnon6742
    @markfarnon6742 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Is it just me or could you listen to him all day? 😁

  • @polarbarrrs
    @polarbarrrs 10 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Epic..

  • @Moucheron1990
    @Moucheron1990 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I never thought about choosing a certain eye to look at to maintain intimacy with the camera. Very clever.

  • @robertlouismirbeau6731
    @robertlouismirbeau6731 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Michael Caine, one whom I truly cherish and admire as a great Actor. Those are advice money can't buy.

  • @51MontyPython
    @51MontyPython 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    2:57-3:27 -- I like that (and the way he says it). Overall, a very interesting interview. Fascinating, even. Intriguing. A rare treat with one of the last remaining great actors of our time.
    3:52 exactly. That's it.

  • @MrDarshD
    @MrDarshD ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What an excellent lesson in acting as well as human psychology. Thank you so much!

  • @judichristopher4604
    @judichristopher4604 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Bravo" Sir Michael Caine..."Bravo...
    I love this man...
    He is truly an Actor's Actor Director...
    Excellent Teacher...
    I just hope I'm half as good as a
    Acting Director as he is...
    Thank YOU BBC for sharing this video.

  • @jamienoel2073
    @jamienoel2073 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Or just play yourself, always play yourself see, no matter what film you're in or what character you are playing, no matter what the background, do exactly the same thing every time, nailed it! You're welcome" MC

  • @omg9261
    @omg9261 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's fascinating to listen to him. Such a great psychologist.

  • @DanWaters73
    @DanWaters73 8 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    His thoughts on crying remind me on Captain Kirk in Star Trek II: Wrath of Kahn when he's standing over Spock's capsule giving the speech. He's trying so hard to not cry and and, like Mr. Caine said, it makes us want to cry for him.

    • @minarik01
      @minarik01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      no...its that bill shatner is a crappy actor and couldn't cry

    • @leonrobinson8180
      @leonrobinson8180 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@minarik01 William Shatner is a classically trained Shakespearean actor.

  • @EphemeralProductions
    @EphemeralProductions 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    love Michael! He is so witty and amusing! Brilliant also! Very intriguing to listen to.

  • @mr.c1563
    @mr.c1563 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    One my favorite actors of all time.

  • @SuperSusieBell
    @SuperSusieBell ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I could listen to Michael all day long. 🥰

  • @lenfirewood4089
    @lenfirewood4089 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this man so much - at one point I came very close to choose acting as a carreer , I attended many drama classes and workshops - my girlfriend at the time was a poet and a playwright she had agreed to write a contemporary short play to help me in my auditions for drama schools and another female friend was a former classmate of Robert Powell - she was givingme useful acting tips but in the end I chickened out because i realised unless I was rather fortunate in reality my destiny was more likely to consist of "resting" between very few actual acting jobs. Had I known about Micheal Caines superb talents as the highly talented acting coach\tutor that he is ontop of being the movie star he is. I think he would helped inspire me to really give it a go.

  • @andyhello23
    @andyhello23 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great interview, obviously someone whom has thought about why and what he was doing while acting.
    Shows you why he lasted so long in that business, where it must be very competitive.
    Someone whom has learnt his craft, and thought alot about how he was doing this stuff. Alot of this stuff would of had to be natural, but its good to know, he picks up stuff from directors too.
    Every movie when your someone like caine, must be a learning experience.

  • @Emptymoon1
    @Emptymoon1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love Michael Caine 💫

  • @BodegaMouse
    @BodegaMouse 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Amazing advice Michael. Thank you sir.

  • @SpeckInTheUniverseMihirSemwal
    @SpeckInTheUniverseMihirSemwal 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simple yet awesome tips there from one of the greatest actors...kudos....

  • @804titan
    @804titan 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One of one of my most favorite actors ty for the content

  • @MATTDALOR1AN
    @MATTDALOR1AN 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    such a great teacher. Workshop tapes were brilliant

  • @ExtremeBogom
    @ExtremeBogom 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this guy, such a legend!

  • @MrDavey2010
    @MrDavey2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb tips from the master.

  • @theoneandonlyG.O.A.T
    @theoneandonlyG.O.A.T 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow I can listen to Sir Michael Cain all day. Interesting human being, great actor and good teacher. What else this man can do?

  • @onyxman39
    @onyxman39 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    EXCELLENT POINT:
    A DRUNK IS A PERSON WHO IS TRYING TO WALK STRAIGHT AND TALK PROPERLY.

  • @julesotis13
    @julesotis13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is fantastic thanks! as an actor this is great to be reminded of

  • @Takemetopigfarts
    @Takemetopigfarts 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant, brilliant man.

  • @georgegeorgopoulos6014
    @georgegeorgopoulos6014 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2 Academies! Genius! Ive always loved Michael. I read his Autobiography and it was one of the best books I've ever read.

  • @sapphire962
    @sapphire962 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    so insightful

  • @dapperblue1764
    @dapperblue1764 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One the best actors to ever grace the screen!!!!

  • @jonathanpopp7808
    @jonathanpopp7808 ปีที่แล้ว

    I appreciate that the interviewer would ask a question and then be quiet. He let Michael Caine do his thing which is what we all want to see. Well done.

  • @PDN11141
    @PDN11141 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent advice!

  • @Emre-dt3mm
    @Emre-dt3mm 10 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Michael Caine, sir; has invented a new dimention of awesomeness in history of mankind in acting category...

  • @thebadradio5340
    @thebadradio5340 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolute best, Sir!

  • @xavierf1979
    @xavierf1979 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What an amazing man!

  • @Bloxdio_God
    @Bloxdio_God 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Informative. Thanks very much

  • @DreamerDebora1
    @DreamerDebora1 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    amazing and honest advice

  • @aurorarockets
    @aurorarockets 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent! Thank you very much for that Sir Michael Caine :)

  • @PaulLepCooking
    @PaulLepCooking 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Me: Never clicked on Michael Caine videos nor watched acting tips
    TH-cam 2020: Heres the most interesting video you're going to watch this week.

  • @Impressionist
    @Impressionist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant insights

  • @pausetv5639
    @pausetv5639 13 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    An inspiration, much respect.

  • @joylopez2735
    @joylopez2735 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent!

  • @135791mar
    @135791mar 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing actor! Thanks for the tips sir Caine!

  • @AkashOrSky
    @AkashOrSky 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Things that I never thought of... Great! Thanks a lot!!

  • @jman1951
    @jman1951 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    He is the man. This is brilliant!

  • @saubhik3830
    @saubhik3830 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant actor

  • @melissaleigh9009
    @melissaleigh9009 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We love you xxx

  • @gomallyr
    @gomallyr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GENIUS!!...just Brilliant!!!

  • @bethfiori4708
    @bethfiori4708 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @roadrunneruntd
    @roadrunneruntd 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    It makes so much sense !

  • @raoulmorgan656
    @raoulmorgan656 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely Brilliant to tips!!! Thank you;-)

  • @Revelian1982
    @Revelian1982 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That scene near the end of TDK is heartbreaking. He's so good.

  • @robertross1079
    @robertross1079 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a geezer massive thumbs up sir.

  • @TMMProductions
    @TMMProductions 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Some amazing advice! :-D

  • @mz610
    @mz610 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I heard the bit about not being drunk from Denzel a few years ago but the rest of years were delicious. Thank you, Alfred. That is all.

  • @tobeeawosika7888
    @tobeeawosika7888 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just great!

  • @janetmackinnon3411
    @janetmackinnon3411 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How very interesting. Thank you.

  • @lengthmuldoon
    @lengthmuldoon 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love time served craftsmen they know stuff books are waiting to be written about.
    Fabulous actor Michael Caine.

  • @photo161
    @photo161 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    above all, a good man

  • @markkennedy9767
    @markkennedy9767 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing advice. The cigars/sausages thing is so true.

  • @grubcooking8176
    @grubcooking8176 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I played drunk in a drama school play. My teacher taught me the same thing. I won an interschool award for best supporting actor in a play.
    Very good advice.

  • @jamesmalone1680
    @jamesmalone1680 ปีที่แล้ว

    A master at work on and off set

  • @jensonxavier4860
    @jensonxavier4860 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its amaizing talks. Iwant more talks sir.

  • @ulysses1685
    @ulysses1685 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Briliant!!!

  • @dignoragonzalez9652
    @dignoragonzalez9652 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful. Love Him!;)

  • @Tropyy
    @Tropyy 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    brilliant

  • @joestewart-paul3260
    @joestewart-paul3260 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a legend Michael Caine is :)

  • @JazzSparky
    @JazzSparky 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Spot on. I've been saying for years that one actor whose performances really get to me in emotional scenes is Christian Bale. He does what I'd call 'man crying' in that he never actually seems to cry, but instead seems to put all of his focus into refusing to cry, instead speaking steadily and keeping his chin up. A great example is towards the end of 3:10 to Yuma when he tells his son to go home. You could argue it's not the healthiest of male traits, but it's certainly a relatable one.

  • @joshuagarbett
    @joshuagarbett 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Michael cain
    You have always reminded me of my Nan Norma

  • @aquilifergroup
    @aquilifergroup 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, thank you very much indeed.

  • @MrDanee22
    @MrDanee22 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video ❤️👍

  • @alanzinskybolanossuarez7388
    @alanzinskybolanossuarez7388 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing lesson from a genius

  • @doreinpaulemmanuel3614
    @doreinpaulemmanuel3614 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW I THINK I WILL DIE IN PEACE AFTER MEETING HIM ONCE! I LOVE THIS MAN! PURE GENIUS! WHAT A GEM!

  • @Gunner226225
    @Gunner226225 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Legend.

  • @nefariousnilbog
    @nefariousnilbog 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great advice

  • @EphemeralProductions
    @EphemeralProductions 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    That VERY last thing that Michael said is VERY insightful! and i have seen it to be true! :)

  • @fdation
    @fdation 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    very interesting it gave me a few life lessons also.

  • @jamesdrynan
    @jamesdrynan 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recall Michael appearing on the Graham Norton show sharing the eye story and saying he got that advice from Marlene Dietrich. Caine's performed many wonderful roles. Zulu, Alfie, Sleuth, The Man who would be King, Ipcress File, Cider House Rules, Educating Rita, Secondhand Lions, Batman Trilogy and more. A brilliant career!

  • @affy7ann
    @affy7ann 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! :-)

  • @Departure-yz7ok
    @Departure-yz7ok 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was so helpfyl

  • @Caligulita
    @Caligulita 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Him and Ollie Reed are my favorites.

  • @jimmyfigueras4476
    @jimmyfigueras4476 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome