Paul Mescal on Aftersun, Normal People and why he's drawn to characters with complicated inner lives
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ม.ค. 2025
- Paul Mescal sat down with Tom Power to talk about his starring role in Aftersun, why he's intrigued by characters with complicated inner lives, and the success of his breakout role in the TV adaptation of Sally Rooney's Normal People.
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Paul is incomparable. I watched Aftersun after my wife’s notice and was blank when it ended. Cut to, 30 seconds later I am balling my eyes out with my face in my hands. No film has ever made me that emotional, ever. Then I watched Normal People, (my wife has watched it 3 times already) and I cannot stop thinking about. That show is a monument in film making and their acting was un matched. He’s the feckin best
Normal people wont leave my mind too it's buried into my soul like some kind of bug!! It's crazy how phenomenal his acting was in it.
Can we acknowledge how good Tom Power is in an interview? He asks the questions I'm curious about and he doesn't get in his interview subject's way of expressing what they have to say. Paul Mescal was a revelation in Normal People. I can't wait to see Aftersun.
Yes. Beautiful interview. Rare.
I was about to say that. He is an amazing interviewer.
Undoubtedly one of the greatest actors of our generation, if not the best. Not trying to put down other actors to praise one, but he’s severely underrated when compared to the likes of Timothee Chalamet and Tom Holland, who while extremely talented, do get a bit of overhype just for breathing and looking pretty. Paul’s a masterful actor at 26. You feel the depth of his sorrow but also the tremendous love he feels for his daughter. One of the most vulnerable and layered performances I’ve seen in the last ten years
My thoughts exactly 🥲Normal People meant the world to me and I can't wait to watch their new projects (Aftersun and Where the crawdads sing) and see their actor wings spread even further 💞 The fact they are very down to earth and deep human beings and everybody values them as such makes everything even more special and precious (which I can't say for some young too hyped actors like you said), so I'm actually glad they are on a league of their own, like protect them at all costs ✨
tom holland is not even that good of an actor, is just very famous
@@raisingirl88 after su n just wow
@@raisingirl88yes and where the crawdads sing was very good as well. daisy is equally a beast
Keep your eye on Mark McKenna, too
Paul Mescal is this year’s breakout star. He did a phenomenal job in portaying someone with depression and trying to hide it. Hope he gets more mainstream roles.
I love a lot of the new actors of this generation: Timothee, Florence, Anya, Kaluyya...just for example but I really genuinely find Paul to be the best. His performance in Normal People was just one of the most incredibly truthful and natural performances I had ever seen. It felt incredibly real and human that was unlike anything I had seen by an actor. It was acting without the "look at me, I'm acting". I do acting myself and I am 23 but at 21, it completely changed the way I view the craft and how to perform which really says something about his talent.
Highly recommend a short he is in, Drifting. He is brilliant in it.
I hope you find success too.
The man - a sensitive man -
wouldn't be surprised if he gets nominated for an oscar. paul was just phenomenal in this movie.
Correct!
Lol called it
@@camm.9868 wouldn’t be surprised if he wins the oscar. paul was just phenomenal in this movie.
@@raizanong I agree, really hope he does
Holy crap Ireland, good on you - you've got yourself a gem of an actor. Aftersun blew me away, shattered me into small bits. It's in my head like no other film ever was and everytime I remind myself of the last dance scene I can't control the amount of emotions that creep up on me. Best film I've ever seen.
What a superb interview. Both in terms of Paul’s answers but also the way the interviewer questioned him so thoughtfully. Highly enjoyable. Made me want to watch both of them more.
Agree!
right!?
Such a talented actor, I was truly amazed by his performance in Normal People, hopefully he'll get the recognition he deserves
His therapy scene in Normal People left me in tears. He did such a wonderful job with this character.
This guy is a wonderful interviewer.
One thing I like about him is the fact there isn’t any pretension to him. He seems pleasant always a smile instead of the bored look a lot of younger actors have these days, he also picks great roles also seems to have intelligence during interviews. Hope he gets great future roles.
Brilliant interview. Both so thoughtful, open and invested in each other. I loved Normal People and hearing Paul now speak to how he thinks about his craft was so satisfying
You know it's a good interview when you wish it was longer.
That mud water scene was indeed absolutely devastating! So cool to hear his actor experience on it
I am not Canadian but I came across Tom Power doing interviews by accident. He is a superb interviewer. He really does his research into his guests. His questions are thoughtful and encourage guests to talk. Just as important he also listens carefully to their answers and is confident enough to insert follow up questions which are not on his clipboard. It's so rare among chat show hosts these days to find someone who understands that his listeners/viewers are tuning in to learn about the guest. You can see his guests are engaging with the questions and that they appreciate that Tom takes them and their work seriously. I hope Canadians appreciate how good Tom is at what he does.
Guys i just saw Aftersun and my heart is broken, my daddy issues activated, and i'm so in love with this guy, how is he so beautiful? help idk how to deal with this lol
I had never been to London, I am in a pub, and I see beautiful eyes and a nose with character... stop looking at it. Then I found out that he is an actor, I started to see his work and I am amazed. What a talent and what unforgettable eyes ...
Are you saying you saw him in a pub in London?
Paul certainly a thoughtful actor, and Tom you are the most thoughtful, sensitive interviewer! Wonderful
Paul is such a gem.
I love this interviewer. He asks probing and profound questions.
He is brilliant and always does his homework. Q is a show on CBC. It’s about all art forms. Music, literature, film. Check it out.
Thank you, Tom. You are my favorite interviewer. 🙌🙌🙌🙌
Paul is one of the major talents around today! Brilliant actor!
I loved this movie! Both Paul and Frankie's performances were fantastic!
brilliant journalism so the interview is just beautiful
Beautiful conversation
Him taking the time to explain jeopardy😂😂😂
i saw him in normal people and its pretty obvious that the lead actors ( paul and daisy ) have to be great if not phenomenal to justify all the close up shots and they were truly phenomenon. and then i saw aftersun and the admiration for Mescal just added to it... He is just amazing...
Such a self-reflective man which is reflected in his acting…in every role I have watched him in this far he is convincingly the character/person. I also admire any television and film actor who does theatre. I think it keeps an actor ‘honest’ versus getting caught up in the media circus that television and film seem to have these days. 🐑🐑🇳🇿🇳🇿NZ
Aftersun performance is one of the best most powerful of recent times. New top star actor has born. Aftersun destroys you, his poerformance is a big reason for that.
Paul is such a great guy.
What a great actor! I hope he finds more superb projects to work on next!
the way he talks about acting is very pround and emotional
I had never even heard of Paul before Gladiator. Curious about his work, I went back to watch The Lost Daughter, Normal People, Aftersun, and All of Us Strangers. I was absolutely blown away. I sometimes wonder how such a young actor is able to conjure up these lost souls; it really is magical because he seems so balanced in his real life.
sidenote but listening to a newfie and irishman in conversation is making my linguistic nerd brain so so happy lmao
Paul Mescal is an incredible actor. Tom Power is an amazing interviewer. Big fan
As a Scot, he nailed the Scottish accent, which doesn’t happen too often in films. The only other good example of a non-Scottish actor doing a good Scottish accent I can think of is Jonny Lee Miller’s portrayal of Sick Boy in Trainspotting.
I've read similar comments elsewhere. As an Aussie, I can't readily differentiate between Irish and Scottish accents - even though I grew up with an Irish aunt and two Scottish-Australian friends. I've since rewatched the film with an ear to the accents of the leads, and can now hear his Scottish accent better.
Nice intervieuw, i'm looking forward to see aftersun after that i already saw Normal People where Paul, together with Daisy Edgar Jones was very good.
He looks to me a nice lad who likes his job and always want to go deep into the role and character he has to play. Hope for him that he will have a beautiful career with a lot of nice projects he loves to play.
This is exactly the kind of energy I love to see when people talk about actors. No unnecessary close the door he's the best end of statements just a humble and sweet feeling that you like him, his work and hope for the best for him. Respect to you.
What a sweet interview!
tom power is a very great interviewer .
Loved the movie! ♥️ Had never seen Paul Mescal before and I thought he was phenomenal. 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻
Just finished normal people after starting it yesterday new favorite actor it seems. Not in a I would have a panic attack if I saw him, but would want to get a beer then followed by that.
This movie was phenomenal to see in theatres
He will be one of the next great actors
such a good interview !
That was a very thorough explanation of Jeopardy!
Tom almost sounds more Irish than Paul! Great interview, it really felt like two old friends catching up.
Thanks, Tom! Thanks, Paul! 🎙 #QwithTomPower #PaulMescal #Aftersun #Aftersun2022
Great interview
Wow. A brilliant interview, both of them.
It’s amazing how Irish Tom sounds.
I never understood why Jeopardy was like that (I’m from the UK) before this interview, unexpected lesson lol. Also, What a great interview
Up until this moment I didn’t know why they said “what is..” in Jeopardy. I thought it was just some weird historical phrase. It all makes sense now
I've noticed a lot of hype around Paul as an actor, and while he certainly has talent and deserves recognition for his success, it's important to avoid perpetuating toxic levels of hype. Making statements like "Greatest of his generation" or "None better" may seem well-intentioned, but they can ultimately lead to negative consequences.
It's important to remember that all actors' careers are unique and that we should approach them with perspective and respect. Paul's achievements are noteworthy, but making bold claims about his abilities is unfair and diminishes the talents of other actors. Additionally, excessive hype can spoil the viewing experience for audiences and place unnecessary pressure on actors.
It's also important to remember that there will always be new and emerging actors who will bring their own unique talents and perspectives to the industry. Hype culture can be especially detrimental to these actors, as it can crush their hopes and with it their potential before they even have a chance to shine.
Moreover, the immense pressure and unfair expectations that come with hype can weigh heavily on Paul and other actors who are already established in the industry. It's important to remember that they are human beings and not just characters on a screen and as such, we should be mindful of the impact that our words and actions have on them.
Instead, let's acknowledge and appreciate Paul's accomplishments while also giving breathing space and respect to other actors , established or yet to be, and their unique paths in the industry. Let's celebrate the diversity of talent in the industry and not focus on creating a culture of hype that harms everyone involved.
I agree in many respects but it'll all be subjective anyway really. There are always going to be the best in each generation but it's the best to certain people. While I think he's probably the best up and coming, others may think completely differently because they relate to others more and neither are wrong.
I do agree it's too much pressure though and he's just been plunged into it so we should just celebrate his successes but, saying he's one of the best or the best of his age group I think is fair with what he's done and portrayed so far from my point of view. I've never been so mentally anguished and felt so deeply moved by a show or film as those he's done which is what's formed my opinion. There are some who hate aftersun who likely disagree. It's all subjective in art really I suppose.
Wrote a whole essay lol
This is very beautifully said.
Very sad, but expected not getting a Golden Globe nod. Hoping for Oscar's!!!
It’s mad he’s only 26 and has this demeanour and love for acting of an old veteran, you think of the likes of Tom Holland, Tim (however you s pell his name) the cast of euphoria (very good show and acting) but something about mescal just blows them out the water
Why do people compare him to Tom Holland, it's clear they're not even remotely on the same level
Divine man
I LOVE PAUL
Great work, Tom
This was good!
Hes just getting started.
This gentleman makes me doubt about my sexuality
Which movie was he talking about? For the fathers reference
aftersun
@@_tati1609 ofcourse this film is after sun. I am talking about the one he shared reference
@@harshs6597 The character Willy Loman is the main protagonist in Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller
How did the interviewer go into his without knowing Frankie Corio's name? That's quite insulting actually.
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I like him. He seems to be a deep person. He is a good actor, but I don't think that he is good at picking up his roles. He is naked in most of his performances 😂 Filmmakers are taking advantage of the fact that he is good-looking. I don't understand why he mentions that his private life was exposed. He used to share everything in social media when he dated his ex-girlfriend 🤷🏻♀️
What?
Heckeeps calling his character in Afterson Collum but that was his name in Normal People??
Normal people- Connell Aftersun- Callum
"I don't know anything about acting" ... so lets do a psychotherapy session?
This was the least "natural" PM interview I've seen.
Although he's marvellously open and explains his approach to his profession very well.
"Holding the audience ... keeping them on the edge of what they're encountering " is superb. One completely understands the feeling when actors meet their audience in a theatre, but how on earth does he do it when there are cameras, editing and screens between him and his audience?
He looks like sam fender
His dad's a smoker and now his mom has bone marrow cancer. It makes me so angry when healthy people especially young ones smoke tobacco cigarettes.
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Interviewer was a little domineering...
He is superb, not superficial very respectful and introspective.
amazing actor but a bit dumb when he was trying to understand Jeopardy 😂😂