Colin Farrell and Hugh Grant Like That They’re Not as Famous as They Used to Be
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- Colin Farrell and Hugh Grant bonded over the fact that, as they’ve gotten older, they’ve been more left alone. The two discussed their privacy during Season 5 of Variety and PBS’ “Actors on Actors.”
“It all went mad so fast for me. I had a period of maybe five or six years of incredible fame and recognizability,” Farrell told Grant.”I’m glad that period of madness is over for me and my life.”
He added, “Social media I don’t have, and I feel very outside of it.”
Grant replied, “I’m in the same kind of boat. I’m more left alone which I was, which is absolutely delightful.”
The interview will air in its entirety on Variety’s “Actors on Actors” Season 5, presented by The Venetian Las Vegas, which debuts on PBS SoCal on Jan. 3.
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So in 5 minutes I've learnt Colin Farrell is way smarter and articulate than I assumed he would be, and Hugh Grant is massively down to earth.
Bingo. I like this format as it allows us to see a bit more of the person that the 5 minute standard chat show.
Bob Digi Who knew?
He gives great interview. Watch Conan & Graham Norton.
His vocabulary and ability to articulate reminds me a bit of Russell Brand. Both are Gemini’s oddly haha. Mercurial.
We have a good educational system here in Ireland. English syllabus at my time in secondary school had us studying everything from the great Irish poets, to learning Shakespeare and BryceShelly and Keats. I even remember the Canterbury tales in one of my poetry books for leaving cert (final exams before third level).
"We, actors, are in slight danger of disappearing up our own asses" In one phrase, Hugh Grant became the most down to earth Hollywood star of all time.
*arses*
Because he is not American.
And in one phrase, he describes exactly what Farrell was doing for the whole interview!
@Robert Weston Lee Christian Bale who went insane with a cinematographer and crew? He's not what anyone would describe as humble and down to earth. On set Brad Pitt is a real gentleman.
@@sarfaraz.hosseini because the cinematographer was being an idiot
You watch Collin Farrell in "In Bruges" and "The Gentleman" and you can't imagine he can speak so eloquently.
You's are a bunch of fookin elephants!
My fav character from The Gentlemen. He made the movie for me
He was great in True Detective as well in my honest opinion...
@@kva8970 What season of True Detective was he?
@@stepheimers season 2 th-cam.com/video/cD-oYlGAnUY/w-d-xo.html enjoy watching!
Colin is so much better as an actor now than he was during that “period of madness” when he was involved in the Hollywood scene. His past 3 or 4 films including smaller roles have been marvelous.
1000%
I love The Lobster and he’s brilliant in it.
just wait a few years, he'll have his 2nd coming as a blockbuster star
Agreed! And now he’s been nominated for an Oscar!
'Here's a penetrating question'
'Oh oh feel like I should cross my legs tighter' OMG COLIN !
AngieLaPirate spoken by a guy who knows quite a bit about penetration
David Cavill related to Henry???
AngieLaPirate he is incredibly witty
And then Hugh, Well funny, I was thinking when I watched that you should and Colin crosses his legs tighter, sits up and raises his eyebrows
__me___too
sorry I could not resist
Had no idea Colin Farrell was so articulate. His reputation definitely negatively precedes him. I found him really fascinating in this.
NomadiqGentz Drunks can be articulate.
What reputation is that? have you heard anything about him being stupid or something? He's always seemed really smart to me.
Its his Irish wit.. He is very endearing and pretty intelligent also...
Ppl choose to side step him and judge him for the streotypes and judgemental bs.
Without actually realising how really cool he is
Pardon Me he is far more than his addiction to alcohol
Farrell is from an educated/cultured Irish background & he is typically smart, I'm Irish & would expect almost everyone from that to be same, so, for instance, way ahead of a similar American. Did not like him or see the quality until In Bruges, a Classic upon release (very rare). Side note on Grant, another actor I just did not like at all until he was Top Gear guest & saw he is clearly smarter, more objective, than most.
Colin Farrell gave an amazing performance in True Detective! It's a shame people dismissed that season so harshly.
it was a shit season though
One of my fav's ever. Also Bruges and The Lobster. Makes you wonder how the people behind SWAT managed to waste him so bad.
Season 2 was a great season but unfortunately anything that came after that first season of true detective would forever live in its shadow!
It was vivid
It’s the best season.
I hung out with Collin in Austin at The Continental maybe 15 years ago. He was an absolute class act.
Similar experience at a closed bar in Los Angeles with Johnny Depp in the late nineties. We talked like two men, and I never mentioned that I recognized him and he never really brought it up, I think it must be nice to not have to be entertaining fans all the time.
Oh god, The Continental. Miss that place! That must have been an iconic moment on all fronts!
Unfortunately I had a bad experience with Keanu Reeves in the Continental but one day when I find him it will make me millions.
You fakes need help
@@Stellarvalves I don’t know about the other two but I really hope you understood mine, unless you’ve been living under a rock LOL.
In Bruges is one of my favorite films of all time. Played masterfully by all three gentleman
Nate Hamann that movie is fucking brilliant! Everyone is really good in that film! I recommend that movie to everyone.
Absolutely! One of my top favourites.
In Bruges is very underrated. Has some of the best acting out of Farrell, Brendon Gleeson or Ralph Fiennes.
Nate Hamann one of my favourites too!! The acting was amazing by everyone
It's my number one all time :)
These two together was actually a really good choice.
TUBESTEAKNIG get them in a movie together
GMAC 5 well you got them in “The Gentlemen “ now
Both at one point had bad boy personas
I can see now why Hugh Grant hates being interviewed. He prefers listening.
Listen. This intelligence and wry brilliance is why Hugh Grant's acting has survived. 😆 "In danger of disappearing up our own asses" 😆🤣
The undoing. His best work.
He's not wrong.
His use of the word masturbatory was exceptional.
And talent. Rom coms don't get any respect but it's the toughest to pull off successfully. Grant has always been good. Maurice and Remains of the Day have shown that he was quite a capable actor. Just limited in most of the 90s because he worked with Richard Curtis.
This is why I miss him. So smart ! Still that sense of humor….
I could never get tired of listening to Colin Farrell.
him neither 😂
@@dellwright1407love the fella but yea, gift of gab for sure
Colin really shines in smaller indie films. In Brugges, The Lobster and The Killing of a Sacred Deer are outstanding.
Berto I agree and I really liked him in season 2 of HBO's True Detective. Its a dark character and you really pull for the guy to do the right thing.
Ondine
I thought it was brilliant
I’ve only seen In Bruges, of that list. It was brilliant 👍
David McDermott My wife and I hated the Lobster the first viewing, loved it the second. I suggest watching reviews of the weird movies before you watch the actual movie so you can understand where the director is coming from.
Colin has a very conscientious self-awareness that is respectable and endearing
That sentence is absolute gibberish. 'a very conscientious self-awareness that is respectable and endearing'. Sweet holy fuck.
This entire comment section is femoids finding ridiculous different ways to explain they’re attraction to an attractive actors status
TrainInVain it is a bit full on, but it is coherent
@@sratus I don't remember watching this video or making this comment, but what's not to understand? He's self-aware and conscientious of things around around him and how they affect him. And those qualities I respect and make him charming in a vulnerable way. Anyway, isn't this whole "Actors on Actors" series kinda pretentious and self-serving?
Sorry, Colin seemed a little bit up his own arse throughout this interview which funny enough, Hugh mentions and Colin goes to prove him right
Watching this after watching “The Gentlemen’” with those two, they stole the show and have been incredible, that movie combined a great story, entertainment and depth in their characters, basically all they wished for in this interview.
Colins character was so well done.
Was a brilliant movie have watched it many times
I think Colin Farrell is one of the most underrated actors. He is hilarious
Colin is smart, self aware and down to earth and Hugh doesn't take himself or fame to seriously, seems content which is both cool.
What's the difference between 'self aware and down to earth' and 'doesn't take himself or fame to seriously'?
Hugh Grant basically says that lots of actors are so full of shit and very pretentious. He is so right about that.
Hessel van der Wal oow yeah , who you think you are ? Funny man
Really? Know lots of actors, do you?
"I... am an act-oor"
its amazing you needed him to tell you that...... rofl
And then Farrell proves him right
The lobster is a great little movie. He’s excellent in it.
Crazy but great
It was shite, I thought.
@@Nautilus1972 that's ok, some people understand it's themes, metaphors and nuances... others like yourself are probably best sticking to easy-to-understand super hero movies.
One of my all time favorites
@@saelaird Chief, I love the Lobster and the majority of Yorgos Lanthimos' work, but this is an incredibly pretentious comment. No movie is flawless, and it's valid for The Lobster not to vibe with people. Putting down fun, easy to watch movies like superhero movies just to seem smart is weaksauce imo
Collin: “I want to do an action movie”
Agent: “hold my beer” *gets him a part in The Batman*
I wish this " hold my beer" and "am I a joke to you" shit would just die. Its not funny and it never was.
Yeah, but hes the penguin. Penguin isnt doing extensive fight sequences.
@@philwill0123 They could incorporate some gun-fu style combat with his machine gun umbrellas though. Some Squall Gunblade action would be dope.
@@sandersson2813 don't forget "I was today years old" I don't know if it's meant to be funny or whatever but it needs to stop
@@eddielomaxable Haha... what irks me the most is the fact that there was, at one point, nobody who said these things. And then there was only one person who said them. And then someone else saw it and decided that they are going to copy it... and then more people did and more people and more people.
Like... can you imagine being so dull and stupid that you feel the desire to parrot some stupid phrase you saw online written by a hundred others before you? I don't know how many times I've verbally attacked folk in various comment sections for parroting these stupid sayings, but it's refreshing to come across 2 other people who aren't idiotic. I salute thee.
Wow, they are speaking like human beings. Doesn't feel like bullshit
they arent americans, thats why
timothy790110 Neither are Hollywood celebrities. They're globalists.
Hugh Grant looks great. what a classy guy
Surprise! Actors are actually just plain ol' human beings. Shocking, I know.
LOVED THIS!
"I fear, we as actors, might disappear up our own asses."
Perfectly shows that these guys are so in tune with how easy it can be to become pretentious as an actor and yet choose not to be. Very grounded individuals! This is what makes me love them as actors even more!
Stephanie Robertson Brown I can't help but notice I'm watching 2 guys talk about their jobs. Why? I've no idea.
*arses* not asses.
You'd be surprised how many actors are just this intelligent and self-effacing. People think actors are dumb, and some of them are, but a lot of them are very smart and together people.
It also helps when your stardom can’t rescue a bad film or, to some, a pretentious or arty film. Not that these are bad films, that’s not the point. But studio execs need their films to make money, and will ride the wave of the stars who are in the public eye from the most recent blockbuster.
These guys have experienced first hand that fame can be fleeting and are looking for balance both professionally and in life. They know they are lucky enough to have choices but have to work hard to keep having that choice. That makes them relatable, always a nice quality for anyone to have.
@@solatiumz what's the difference between asses and arses?
That Lynx joke by Colin is top quality
Colin will be back being famous again when “The Batman” comes out. He looks awesome as penguin.
But he doesn’t look like himself so he might not be recognised as much.
@@A_O_Leary Which would mean only true fans of the material and his acting would bother him about it. I personally see that as a win for him with what he was speaking of in this clip.
Honestly he should've continued being in Fantastic Beasts. The Johnny Depp reveal was cool but I wish it was reversed cuz I'd much rather watch him
What do you have against Johnny Depp?
Speaking personally, I think he's played out in these fantasy roles where he has quirks and big makeup doing half the work for him. Granted, this is at least a dark villainous character, but I've started to bore of this line of role from Depp.
The issues in his personal life are troubling, and at least need some vigilance paid to them.
As for Fantastic Beasts though, Farrell did such good work as a menacing charmer. It did seem like a waste to lose that.
Yes! I was so disappointed when it was reveled to be Johnny Depp and I realized there would be no more Colin.
Brian Rokosz me too, mourned.
I agree. I got tired of Depp years ago. Pity, because he was really fun to watch, but now he's - just as Colin said - disappeared up his own ass, and barely watchable these days.
This was really good! and Colin Farrell is a smart honest guy
He's acting ye big ejit
nah. he's an honest smart fella
He dated Jamie Dornan' wife for a couple of years.
Irish rants against British stoicism from the perspective of a curious American.
Hugh Grant thinking "I just turn up and say some words then go home"
Oof
I feel like this interview was missing a bottle of scotch between them.
And a fireplace
Except Colin Ferrell doesn't drink anymore, so a nice pot of tea and some biscuits
@@lushiousification You got it
Except they've both had issues and don't need to drink any more. I second that a good pot of tea and some biscuits would be perfect ☕😊
@@Cycloneon 🤣 That is not at all how I interpreted Joseph Carl’s comment. I think what he was inferring was that it was a lovely gentlemanly conversation, one that you’d expect to see in the den at someone’s home, and a scotch, which is a drink often enjoyed by gentlemen would not be amiss. But that was my interpretation of the comment.
True actors don't seek game, only recognition for their work. I know next to nothing about Daniel Day Lewis' life and that's a good thing when I watch a performance of his.
Vaultboy101 Then ONLY do indie films with microscopic budgets and theatre
also reminds me of Peter Dinklage when he was still living in a rotten cockroach filled apartment but still had the gall to turn off roles because he had respect for his work
@@ciupenhauer Then he sold himself short (pun intended) with many projects since that statement.
Pixels was unforgivable.
Totally agree with you.. when I watch a movie with someone who’s life is always plastered all over the media, In the back of my mind I’m thinking about all their personal business that the media talks about etc.. whereas when it’s an actor I know nothing about I’m completely focusing on the part they’re playing and nothing else.
@@jon8004 Not if the record is padded
Colin Farrell has had so many amazing roles that weren’t huge films. Completely underrated as an actor. Love him since I saw him in Tigerland.
Thank you! That movie blew me away....
I thought he was incredible in Tigerland and it made me a fan of his talent ever since.
Tigerland was great but I preferred him in Lionwater
My first film of his was American Outlaw (so similar timeframe), and since then I’m always thrilled when he shows up in a movie.
Ohh cool this before they were both in the movie ‘The Gentlemen’
One of the worst flops ever..
@@zafmo9829 hahahahaha on what standard my dude? The film made a 115 million on 22 million dollar budget. I know it didn’t do too well with critics but audiences seem to like it enough.
@@isleeponcouches3304 yeh I mean it flopped critically and it was shit. I couldn't care less about the money it made I'm not an accountant
@@zafmo9829 lol what , are you implying that caring bout money makes you an accountant?
A Movie's primary aim is to make money so if it did its a success.
@@zafmo9829 everyone I know that watched it thought it was great. You sound pretty pretentious and self important. Lighten up, its just a movie.
In Bruges is sublime. Just a masterpiece.....I'm gonna watch it again now.
This is probably one of my favourite conversations from the Variety series. And I'm not even as much a fan of them as I am of most of the other actors that have taken part.
"Sometimes we are in slight danger of disappearing up our own arses" - LOL understatement of the century Hugh!
The irony that Colin then goes to prove Hugh's point throughout the interview. He barely gave Hugh a chance to talk.
@@rumblefish9The fact that you repeatedly said this under each and every comment shows why you failed to understand Colin and saw that he 'proved Hugh's point'
That's a lot of words just to say "once I'm set for life financially, I like to do what I want".
I'm English but never heard half Colins words before, loved this. Favourite actor.
He has such a Castleknock accent. I'm surprised it hasn't left him. Great guy, Colin !
Colin is great. Love how he's honest about the fact that there'd be good reason for him to take a big budget popcorn movie.
Colin Farrell has never ceased to amaze me how he can absolutely transform and embody a character.
“It doesn’t want It of you, it doesn’t need it of you” very well put
_These guys!_ Especially Colin. 👌
I just love the way Colin says "What about you?" 3:58 its like he just remembered he's talking with another person
That Lynx joke went straight over Hugh’s head
They call it Axe in America, I believe. Maybe it's branded differently in the UK as well?
@@Md2802 nah, both Farrell and Grant are from the British Isles and it’s definitely called Lynx. Grant is probably more of a Pour Homme fella anyway
@@nickdonaghy6360 Pour Homme yes 🤣
Man, I had no idea that these guys gonna work together in The Gentlemen
They are both amazing in it... scene stealers.
does Colin talk to everyone like this, or is it just Hugh's passive profoundness that makes him that way??
I think he talks to everyone like this! Based on the few interviews I’ve watched.
He’s a brilliant guy.
when he " settled" down he was like this on leno .
"Passive profoundness" hmm...I guess Hugh has the same effect on you even through a screen. Couldn't imagine the effect it would have in person for Colin. Good question nonetheless.
I'm sure it's a bit of both. Colin is in the business of communicating and is a quick thinking energetic guy. Put him in a situation where Hugh asks a delving question..... this is what happens
both so well spoken!!
Smart men
I still can't get over his as Penguin. Just so transformative. One of those Hollywood things where it just works amazingly!
Dunno if you saw this or not, awesome (very short) on his Penguin transformation: th-cam.com/users/shortsWx_xQMJEdLA?feature=share
Looking forward to his HBO Penguin series!
I could have listened to these two for another hour. Excellent stuff and great characters. Bright, articulate and honest.
Wow. I was thoroughly enthralled for 5 minutes. Captivated by their looks, their words, their accents, their posture, their connection, they're charisma, their eloquence.
Colin is an intelligent dude ... very honest and well spoken
Pre social media, pre 2010s paparazzi was insane. The magazines and all that. The stories, the papers. It was all SO mad.
And now with social media, its not mad anymore, just plain stupid
I can't describe how much I enjoyed this little snippet.. a fine & intellectual interview between two very likeable, charismatic actors
Anyone notice when Hugh said “links” Colin started miming spraying himself with deodorant? You can take the boy out of Dublin, as they say! 😜
I immediately noticed it and chuckled, remembering Alan Partridge's "Lynx! Well smelt! Java! Voodoo!" :p :p
Hugh didn't have a clue. Different worlds.
@@AS-ve4vv Maybe he uses a 'roll on'.
Or has an underling deodorize him.
I noticed it but couldn’t understand the context.
Colin is so articulate and calm - also sounds so level-headed and he’s gotten more of an American intonation now than when he started . They’re both great - love these two 💖💖💖
Colin is making me get my dictionary out
*star struck
I was fortunate enough to meet Colin and he was kind, inclusive and seemed genuinely interested in me. I repaired a bad hair situation for him in NM whilst filming a movie. It was the most incredible experience. Love this video.
I knew someone who was an actor and he wanted us to watch everything he was in so we could see how good his performance was regardless if we were entertained or not, most of his roles were the independent dramatic roles only cinephiles would love, my sister just got angry at him in the end and said "You may be proud of your work but I am bored and uninterested". It is so true about actors, many don't realise that most audiences just want to be entertained and aren't really bothered by the actors ability to act or if they might win a Oscar.
Thanks for speaking about your shitty family. If someone worked in a box factory and showed me all the intricacies of how their made, I think I would at least try to be curious and not say, f**** boxes man.
Nothing worse than a bad actor. Cringeworthy.
As a musician I totally get this. It’s a balance. Money. Art
Colin's role in Phone Booth has to be one of my all time favorite performances of his.
Same
Colin is very self-aware and knows the life he's in. I appreciate this.
Wow, I love Collin Ferrell but this made me respect him even more.
Collin is no joke... A tremendous actor!!!
Its 2020 and these two Gentlemen just gave us two great performances
Why is everyone saying that collin is underrated, he seems pretty rated to me
People use 'underrated' and 'overlooked' interchangeablely. He's just not talked about as much.
I've never really cared for his acting. He always seemed forced by media as the next big actor. He underwhelmed.
He did some shitty movies and has been off radar lately
Colin Farrell is incredibly articulate. Never would have thought it. Great actor all the same
Everything he was in always captivated me and I was young. Great actor.
I dont know if they’d ever been in other films together or not, but The Gentleman (2020) by Guy Ritchie is a must watch!!! I watched it over and over on Netflix and I LOVE it!
Also, they both represent a generation of actors and dare i say it even the British film industries these days don’t make actors like that any more. I miss the Golden Ages of the British films.
It's called The Gentlemen and it's from 2019 and yes it's absolutely fantastic and hilarious
I never thought of seeing an Irish and British actor speak each other about Acting, but I found interesting to listen to their talk on Actors on actors.
I love Hugh, he’s well aware of the falseness and pretence of the acting world, and that most do it for money as we all do work for, and loved the comment he made about actors are in danger of “disappearing up their own arses” 😂
He’s the Ricky Gervais of actors
Kristel that would be great too see, Ricky and Hugh having a chat!
Hugh is amazing! His bittersweet humor makes him great. And I think he's a fantastic actor!!
This is the best one by far! And it's because we here have two of the absolute best in the business -and most genuin as well ;)
In 5 mins I learned a lot about acting and successful actors. A lot if wisdom and insight. Simply put both are great however Colin is definitely a well spoken wise and smart person. I have no idea why I'm surprised about this. Hugh is just great, charismatic and funny. Legend.
Colin Farrell! Dude, the vocabulary on this man is delightful, it's so refreshing watching a celebrity talk like a scholar.
I still can't get over the fact that I quite often stumble upon Hugh Grant at my local supermarket here in Sweden as he has a stunning house here outside my village.
"I feel like I should cross my legs tighter." Farrell is hilarious--outstanding actor and seems genuinely interesting.
Ive seen several of these actor on actor interviews, and hands down, Colin Farrell has been the best guest so far. This clip right here shows a real human being, honest and poignant, a person you already respect because we KNOW this guy could be a big star if he wanted to. This question has already been answered if we just take a look at his his career, even is he said he would go either way.
I am mind blown by their openness. It's beautiful to watch man. It is beautiful to be open, humble and honest
The surprise of so many people about Collins eloquence shows what a great actor he is
What a good interview.
Wow. Never been a huge fan of Colin, & never seen him outside of him being in work mode- Flabbergasted that he’s so eloquently spoken & composes himself as well as he does. Huge admiration for how he portrayed himself here.
What a conversation!
Couple of gents right there. It's always interesting to see a discussion like this where both actors are being open and genuine.
Hugh Grant has an incredible way of expressing his veiws. He's a genius
People who can be authentic, can be authentic even when they're playing a role. It's what makes them excellent actors.
Excellent back and forth.
Articulate and honest discussions create so much more interest and so much easier to appreciate the depth of some actors.
This was really good I really like how Collin responded and how high phrased his questions
Amazing interview and a surprisingly deep insight into those brilliant actors' mentality.
Had no idea Colin was so deep... Guess it's the relaxing nature of this show. Great pair of actors, wish both the best in their careers and in their lives. They have both entertained me, so I think they are both nice people.
One of my all-time favorites. Fantastic.
Love how honest this was!!
Colin is such a great actor. I LOVE the project he chooses.
Colin is way different than l thought he would be, that Irish accent is nice to listen to. Nice guy.
This is more of a mid Atlantic accent that Colin has. Well pronounced is not how we do it in Ireland..
I could listen to these two talk for years
Colin Farrell is so well-spoken!
If you haven’t seen Woody Allen’s “Cassandra’s Dream” Colin Farrell is very good in this . Just like “In Bruges”
I’ve met ewan mcgregor and I briefly spoke to him about how I am glad he started to work again with Danny Boyle
Although I was so star struck I forgot to mention Cassandras dream beginners and the fill ewan directed 😭
"It can become a fraction masturbatory" lol
Two very intelligent and humble dudes. Best interview I have had the pleasure to view in years.
Colin Ferrell in Horrible Bosses was hilarious!!!
I agree. I was just thinking of this. There's something amazing and charming about being that actor where people are like "hey I've seen him/her before! I can't remember what but they were good!" than being someone who's in a big franchise or a summer blockbuster. Like a Steve Buscemi or Philip Seymour Hoffman. They are true chameleons due to the fact that they pop up in these films here and there as supporting or minor characters but they're all completely different people. I just think of it as "hey I can be a Tom Cruise or I can be a Philip Seymore Hoffman and appear in a Mission Impossible movie as the villian but still carry all these pop-in rolls in movies like Boogie Nights and Almost Famous". I think there's something cool about being lesser-known, more underground to where people can pick you out than always being in the spotlight 25/8. Like Denzel Washington said, "as an actor your brand is being good, not being known." And sometimes actors get the best of both worlds where they're lesser-know and underground for the longest time but then get there big break in an iconic role and become an a-lister. Or even the opposite like these two from being extremely popular to being more in the shadows. Its not about being that actor that's "wow he used to be in everything, really popular and now he's like never seen" or being "washed-up". There's nothing wrong with that. Fame doesn't last forever. At some point people's careers die down some and there's no problem with that.
Watching this was refreshing.
Collin Farrell is so well spoken
I have not forgotten you Colin. Love your soul.