You know why this interview works? Because the interviewer actually seems to be listening and let's RDJ talk. Great Job Sam! It's nice to actually have an interviewer listen and hold a real conversation that feels genuine.
IgnoranceStrikesAgain StrikesAgain no need to be rude. The interview works because he looks like he is listening even if it is just editing. So my original comment still stands.
The interview works because the content is striking. Everyone wants to know why Robert feels this way about scripts. It was a good question to ask him. If you take out the shots of Sam looking supposedly at Robert, the interview would be just as good.
One of the things I like about RDJ is how he turned his life around and got straight with everything and no longer being his old self. He also is an example of being able to turn yourself around and keeping yourself away from toxic behaviors and/or habits as well that younger actors/actresses etc should pay attention to.
I think it's awesome how he can acknowledge that he messed up, he's okay with knowing that he's fixed his life. It's like he's not ashamed of it, he's just fixed it and that's that.
I agree with all of this, please don’t lash out at me for saying so but I got a weird feeling like something was not right with him for this interview... Look at his eyes wanting to close and his dragging cadence especially at 1:15. I’m sure it’s in my head, but I’ve seen a lot of substance abuse up close and this made the needle move. I promise I’m not LOOKING for it, I just can’t help but notice these things. Especially because a good editor can hide this kind of thing but this was still detectable... makes me imagine what might have been cut. I don’t see him as a perpetual addict or wish to paint him in any bad light at all but I’d be lying if I said a few moments here didn’t give me pause.
This goes to prove, doesn't matter how awesome your job is, when you're doing it after many years, a large part of you just wants to go home and chill.
@GamingPro1003 Oh, yeah! I think one of the most damaging phrases nowadays is "follow your bliss." It implies that if you do something you're passionate about, that it won't be work! But... it's still work.
@@jennhoff03 I always think about that when I hear how people pursued a dream and a parent was hesitant about it. It's not that they think you can't do it, it's that the more passionate about something that you pursue as a career, the more painful it's going to be when you are rejected. And you will be, at some point. Unless you come from money and can just fund what you do yourself, you are going to need someone else's money. Which means, their opinion is what will matter, and it might be that what you did sucks
"-or it's just really hard and it's almost impossible to get it right, even one time, but so what, we only have to do it right once," is one of the simplest and most psychologically useful things I've heard an actor say.
until the screen test, and if you have seen that, you know why the studio had to cave. There is no way on earth anybody with two eyes could NOT realize that was Tony Stark right there. :)
It makes me happy that RDJ was able to get it together and overcome his past problems. He's become wise, kind, even more talented and is now a great role model, an asset to the human race. He's everything good about Tony Stark.
That’s what he ACTS like, and you’re falling for it. He’s just an actor who is out to make himself look good, and he’s as egotistical as anyone who has ever appeared in a film. He could never be as great as he thinks he is.
RDJ isn't insulting writing. Story is very different from words put into an actors mouth in a scene, which, when you're in it might prompt something a script writer never thought of. Or, like in his case, you can be resistant to a script as a personal flaw and you make that flaw work for you. All actors are different in their process. Some actors can do the opposite and make even a bad script work. RDJ's a creative guy who thrives on the freedom to identify with and contribute to his character. His acting is remarkable, so he does it his way.
Improv is well and good as long as you have a grip on the mechanics of the story and recognize when dialogue can be changed and when it can't, when it contains important exposition that moves the plotline. Scripts can be like puzzles that way; change a scene here or there and it might screw things up further along. I guess that's what drove Jeff Bridges crazy on Iron Man...kudos to Favreau for being able to wrangle a good movie out of that kind of chaos.
I've been working on a script well over a year now, and there's no way I can say whether he's right or wrong. I used to think he's wrong. I don't anymore. Great actors are great for a reason. On the other hand, improvising on a complex script runs the risk of shutting down connections that work in the shadows of the narrative.
@@alexispapageorgiou72 "Great actors are great for a reason" I think if RDJ got more his way, I'd never watch a single movie with him. It'd be all remixes of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and that gets tiresome real fast. Infact, most of his performances are kinda like that, so he should probably let himself go and succumb to the writers vision more. But he's old, fantastically successful, and born into it, the magic is obviously gone.
Well, you kind of have to give Downey Jr the benefit of the doubt with that particular role, because he is essentially the Tony Stark of the actor's world right now.
Jai Guru Being a blind idiot does qualify as being a blind idiot. If you think Robert and Tony are "full of shit" then you just believe in what they want you to believe. Good job on being a sheep.
@@DeeFightingDreamer I mean rdj and Tony being full of shit is an unpopular opinion so how would that be being a sheep. It's literally thinking out of the norm. Its more sheep like to lick Rdj's ass like everyone else does. (I like rdj but your comment is dumb)
He's obviously good in the role, but let's face it, it's not the biggest stretch...both Downey and Stark are witty and glib and hyperverbal. From an acting standpoint I'm really more impressed with his Sherlock Holmes because it's the role that's the least like himself...
These are one of the few great Downey Jr. interviews. You are super relaxed around him and not intimated like a lot interviewers are honestly. Great stuff.
I had to replay this video twice to listen to the actual interview and understand what he’s talking about I was staring at his pretty face the first time and enjoying the way he speaks
Absolutely, and it's because Sam is so hands off. He's not trying to force the conversation in any direction, not trying to get anyone to say something specific. He just wants them to open up, and his choice to limit how much he says works perfectly for that.
Sam is so thick with fake laughs and superficial that it's extremely annoying. Interviewers don't have to be so fake. Sam screams "please like me, please tell me more"... "and in exchange, I'll laugh at whatever you say". I find the celebrities interesting but I'm not sure I can stand Sam's fakeness to watch more.
@@carolinecovele9230Well! If you think that he are facking then learn more about how a human are fiction. He is a director som he laugh like this as he understand the situationn.
Lots of people saying he's arrogant. It's his process and it has obviously worked for him. His Iron Man movies has grossed over a billion dollars and he's the biggest reason why the Avenger movies are entertaining. Let the man do his thing...who are you to judge? He didn't say all actors should be like him - most would fail if they tried. He freely admits it's his own ego that makes him this way and he followed his instinct to improv. I don't think he's doing too bad for himself at the moment.
Here is rare of footage of RDJ when he is not putting on the act of "Tony Stark" This is the real RDJ, the human. After Iron Man, it seems that he almost replaced himself with Tony Stark. same thing goes for Chris Evans, Chris Evans was nothing like Steve Rogers if anything, he was a fit for the Human torch, but now look at him, he changed too, he is a lot more shy and humble, less explosive and more of a down to earth guy. I can see the roles taking a toll on these actors, in a way, they killed themselves so these roles can come to life. much respect for RDJ.
MF Doom i also think chris evens has learned to be humble also because he has to embrace others and life and the goodness of it all. Chris evans brother is gay and since they’re brothers and love each other; someone like chris had to cope and be open to love him the way he is. That’s all what life is: doing the most positive thing with the people around you.
I think in one way the characters change the people too. These people have been playing these characters for a decade so that's gotta have some effect.
This is all false. I think the only person that turned insane enough to make their role come to life is Ledger (r.i.p) because he was put through so much to dedicate himself into that role. Now as for Downey, the role basically came to him because it was so natural. Another hint is he has no script. The auditions were great to become Tony Stark. And as for Chris Evans, his role in avengers was no where near outgoing like Roberts. So the assumption that he gained characteristics of Steve Rodgers is false. People have their days where they wanna be calm and people have their outgoing days. I think they know the difference between their cinematic roles and their personality, and it never is meant to cross paths.
Translation: He feels more comfortable in improv, than strictly following the script. All he needs is a rough outline of the scene, and total movie, to frame his improv.
there is something in here that comes from a deeper level. iron is famous for not having a script (even JEff Bridges was nervous for not having a standard script.) The first film from a series of the MCU came from improvisation although it came from Favreu and others). Downey's concept comes from trusting a talented team. this was like watching the movie equivalent of Jazz.
I SO relate to his statement. Being on set during production is extremely tedious, and getting to go home early is such a relief. His comparing it to being in school is spot on. I played varsity baseball in high school and just loved it when games or practice got rained out. Getting to be a regular kid and going home with everyone else was like having a weight lifted off your shoulders.
Josh Hunt I’m sad this man doesn’t know he says “I know” :( really emphasises RDJs point of what’s on paper doesn’t matter, Han Solos reply was improv and golden.
His improvisation is not disrespect or disregard for the script, and its not ego. There are other interviews where he describes the time and effort that he takes to learn his lines so that he has a firm grasp of each scene when he walks onto a set. I think what inspires him is the opportunity to push the limits of what is given to him and to everyone he works with. For some actors the challenge is to say the words as given as best they can. For actors like Downey, the challenge is to take what they are given and discover what it can become. Both ways are fine. Just different types of artists. I've been catching up on his movies lately and they are amazing. His performances are expressive and unpredictable. Just wondering about this too---which would be the better, more enjoyable set to work on? One where the writer or director expects that everyone else is there only to serve his or her vision, or one where everyone is open and welcome to contribute and create a shared vision?
Anyone who is saying RDJ is arrogant for ignoring a script are not putting themselves in an actors shoes. Think about it, you show up to set everyday trying to nail the role both in how you see it and the director, a super well written script can be annoying like he says simply because it does not give the movie/project any breathing room, if the script is so good, it does not allow for as much creativity, not improv but creativity. The smaller nuances to a characters expression, demeanor and even lines all derive from some of the actors creativity and personality. Most of the greatest movies out their have key scenes that the script might have made harder to happen. A great actor aligns their vision of the character with the director wants, script and vibe of the movie, in effect putting their own small spin on the script. A white page is easier to create on than one thats filled already. The best part about this interview to me is the references to the fact that even in a job he loves greatly, its still hard to motivate yourself through the day, I think a lot of us have that same thought, "eventually they will let me go home today." Speaking and vocalizing that thought like this is something I needed to hear.
Gnosis I can see what you are saying. It's like the difference between an imitation of something/someone vs something that is genuine. Similar to what Bruce Lee said, "It's acting unacting or acting unacting."
Gnosis you have a point, but it is also true that it takes a certain level of arrogance to do what he does. Not that there's anything wrong with that if he thrives on it, so more power to him. But can you imagine how difficult it would be to work with him? Jeff Bridges, an amazing actor in his own right, spoke of how frustrated he was on Iron Man. He made The Dude frustrated lol...imagine that.
To be fair, Iron Man 1 was very improvised and it's because there litterally wasn't a script and they kept changing elements. It was before RDJ was really famous so they did it deliberately. If he was that difficult to work with they would probably have fired him because his paycheck wasn't worth that much at the time.
That is true, I forgot Iron Man didn't have a script lol. I probably made an overstatement...I believe he is still very efficient and a consummate professional. But I think they didn't fire him also because he had the director's full backing, and he was too damn good at it.
Yeah, I still call bullshit. If you completely disregard the script, you can miss the context of character's relationships or possibly just give the same performance over and over again. You start saying this and no actors respect the foundation the script laid. You respect the work of everyone involved. From the CEO of the parent company to the motherfucking Key Grip.
Your a great interviewer. I watch a guy interview Robert Plant. Robert is a artist he needs to paint a picture to answer the question at hand. But the interviewer got lost many times and interrupted Robert, and Robert had to bring the interviewer back so he could finish his answer. It made me squirm. You allow the person to go and then you allow him to go even higher. Great job!
I acted in a play once where the Stage Manager insisted that the play be "Word Perfect". We would even get emails at the end of the day listing all the words we got wrong. This was the most frustrating play I have ever done. I felt very constricted and wasn't able to really get into the character because I was always so focused on getting each and every word exactly perfect. Don't do this to your actors.
Man he is so cool. I have a ton of respect for someone who had his own struggles and made it out on the bright side. He embodies a true never give up on yourself mentality...who started a franchise that is the biggest in film history...He is Ironman.
Randy Zeitman what does reading a script have anything to do with being a robot? He has a different process than most actors, it doesn’t mean he’s better or worse than any other. He has to read something in order for him to understand the scene anyway, he might say he doesn’t regard a script but that doesn’t mean he won’t read it.. so don’t be an asshat all your life
Its just lazy. The actors job is complicated. TO LEARN the lines, and MAKE them truthful and not robotic as you say... BOTH. You cant have only one of these. You cant know the lines but be robotic, nor you can not be robotic, but not now the lines. Its basic acting knowledge. Try making shakespeare NOT robotic by the same logic. What actor says or does, RARELY is better than whats on page and most of the time its out of the lazyness or absence of work put in to MAKE lines LIVE.
I got into acting recently, and he speaks FROM MY HEART. "Maybe it's my own ego and I come from a family of writers.." oh I do consider myself a writer and I hate being handed things too, I just like to do things my way and the need to improve on something is always there.
I understand why some people may think he's arrogant for disregarding a screenwriters work, but it works for him. He embodies Iron Man, and hes so good that you cannot picture anyone else playing him. Improv works for a lot of actors, Robin Williams and Jim Carrey are well known for winging it, and some of their best work has been improvised.
I kind of wish RDJ would work again with auteurs. The last one was Zodiac and Fincher utilizes Downey’s best traits as an actor (though they reportedly clashed) RDJ was at one point attached to PTAs Inherent Vice... i kind of hope they’ll still collaborate at some point. Also, Downey working with a script like Sorkin or Tarantino would instantly(i feel) get him an oscar. Doubt they’ll allow him or he’ll allow them to deviate from the script
Downey Jr is one of the best actors alive. Period. He actually impresses me in every movie he's ever done, even the few bad ones. I really think it's impossible for him to deliver a bad performance
Wow, all these butthurt people thinking RDJ is dissing writers. Well, I'm a writer and I'm not offended. The man's a genius, and the script can be interpreted different ways.
Especially since we as writers are looking for the most organic way of how to write this spheel; even when it comes through you, as soon as the actors say the line you’re like “oh right, that’s what I should have wrote”.
man he was totally serious tho. he doesnt even read the script or its more like he reads it and then says the same basic lines in a diffrent way because he feels tony stark would say it that way. Its almost like he reads the script then says "hey tony stark wouldnt say this" and changes it. Like Christopher Lee changed his death in ep 3.
Having RDJ say he has "zero regard for what's printed in a script," shows a great deal of arrogance. A skilled screenwriter can mean the difference between "Citizen Kane" and "Air Bud." Just relying upon one's improv abilities can't ultimately cut it if you don't have the foundation of a well-written script. Unless, of course, you want a script that relies only on improv, which is possible, but not sustainable.
I believe you missed the point of the comment. He is talking mostly about how trying to stay directly on the piece of paper ultimately falls apart in most productions, creating tensions and doubt on the set...which puts a huge strain on the entire production. From what I have heard from various writers and directors that have worked with him, RDJ gives the written part for a particular scene an honest try and if it isn't working he just goes for it and improves something. Too many writes and directors become obsessed with what is on the page (somewhat justifiably given the work they put into it), but that obsession can stop the work from feeling honest because the scene becomes about what is on the paper and not what can be delivered. There are 2 sides to making a great movie, having something great on the paper to work from and having a great delivery from the cast. If what is on the paper doesn't get the best out of the cast, you have to be pliable enough to remember that the paper is just where you start from, its what end up on the final cut that truly matters. It is much easier to alter the paper than it is to alter the cast.
Agreed. You got to understand too though that he's primarily done nothing but play a superhero for the last ten years so I don't think the writing is very essential in those movies. RDJ's improv skills are probably pretty encouraged on those sets. For the most part, writers for super hero movies are a bunch of hacks anyways, I don't blame the guy for ignoring them.
You could tell he was really tired of playing Iron Man. I think he just wants to do what he wants now. Still there were many way to change the ending to Endgame. JS
“He’s arrogant for not following a script”. Look, RDJ isn’t my favorite actor, but don’t you know the actual script isn’t finished being edited until the end of production? This applies to all movies for all directors. I’m surprised Marvel hasn’t given him writing credits.
I love this, it’s super candid and vulnerable but not apologetically so. It’s funny, I really love being on set just as he so obviously does. I’m in hierarchically a much lower position than RDJ, but I can definitely admit to wishing for an early wrap from getting rained out lol. Just not too often
I love RDJ but I don’t know how to feel about these comments. I’m a scriptwriter and the sheer amount of time that has gone into every word when it comes towards the final drafts is painstaking. But that’s also why the parenthesis is so crucial in outlining your story and getting your vision across. Dialogue is flexible and made to be toyed with. Just makes you wonder what the landscape would be if every actor/actress had this mindset, would we do away with scripted dialogue altogether? Would we have guide dialogue as opposed to rigorous text? It’s fascinating.
The majority of the comments here are people who read the title and formed an opinion without actually watching the video. Yet another example of why people think the internet is making us all stupid.
Snoops Tarantino does not allow his actors to improvise in his movies. What’s on his script is what you have to say word for word. If the actors want anything changed in the script it has to be approved by Quentin in which he usually does not.
Will Roberts that’s because he slammed his hand on the glass and was actually bleeding. Him improvising in that moment was better and more intense than what was on the script and Tarantino did not bother to stop him
@@FreshBro8 Yes, that's what improvisation is lol, more extreme situation, but yea.. I'm sure any actor would limit their improv to work with Tarantino
I have so MUCH respect for this guy! Having battled his demons for so very long & coming out the other side with so much wisdom, empathy & dignity. I imagine he would be a VERY interesting guy to meet IRL. 👍
Hey I'm new to the channel. Loving it so far! Is there full length videos or have they all been edited down for all the people with zero attention span? Lol but seriously!?
Look at all these people talking about RDJ like they know him. Fuck off. I found this interview particularly enlightening, mainly the bit about loving when it thunders, etc. I can totally relate to that from my high school days. That feeling, however annoying, is truly beautiful and it's good to see that it's shared amongst other humans. I really enjoy learning about the simple similarities between people in the world, I guess. It makes me feel less alone.
Robert Downey Jr has incredible chemistry with Marisa Tomei...they were DEVINE in Only You. He's been in a lot of great stuff. Stars that I REALLY hope to see on this series... Ashley Judd Marisa Tomei Ellen Barkin Ellen Burstyn Gen Rowlands Kyra Segwick Julia Roberts Dennis Quaid Robert Duvall Greg Kinnear Toni Collette Andie MacDowell Amy Brenamann Mimi Rogers Nicole Kidman Penelope Cruz Katie Holmes Salma Hayes Javier Bodem James Franco Leonardo Dicaprio Kate Winslet Cate Blanchett Uma Thurman Brad Pitt Gywneth Paltrow Angelina Jolie Jennifer Aniston Charlize Theron Christina Ricci Demi Moore Jon Seda Victor Vargas Toby MacGuire Daryl Hannah Kelly Lynch Kelly Preston Renew Zellweger Colin Firth Hugh Grant Hugh Darcy Brooklyn Decker Alice Eve Michelle Phieffer Mae Whitman Cynthia Rhodes (I want to hear her talk about her career even though she left the industry.) Jennifer Grey John Legazamo Wesley Snipes Olivia Newton-John Stockard Channing Paz Vega America Ferrara Rachel Ticotin Jack Nicholson Meryl Streep Rita Wilson Mandy Moore Tom Hanks Tom Cruise Rob Lowe Emilio Estevez William Baldwin Sylvester Stallone Tommy Lee Jones Will Smith Hall Berry Nia Long Vivaa A. Fox Michelle Williams Busy Phillips Joshua Jackson Vanessa Williams Angela Bassett Lela Rochon Loretta Devine Kirk Douglas Michael Douglas Catherine Zeta-Jones Martin Sheen Sam Watersen Jane Fonda Lily Tomlin Justin Timberlake Jessica Biel Beverly Mitchell Barry Watson Peter Gallagher Jonathan Schaech Liv Tyler Joanna Going Phoequin Phoenix Benico Del Toro Ryan Reynolds Madonna Rupert Everett Dermott Malroney Selma Blair Amy Adams Isla Fisher Kristen Dunst James Marsden Emily Blunt Anne Hathaway Billy Crudup Jennifer Connelly Adam Scott Joseph Gordon-Levitt Larisa Oleynik Peter Krause Lauren Graham Monica Potter Joey Lauren Adams Leslie Mann Leslie Bibb Carly Pope Sara Rue Vince Vaughn Jon Favreau Kim Cattrall Kirsten Davis Cynthia Davis Sarah Jessica Parker Antonio Banderas Melanie Griffith Diego Luna Natalie Portman Robert Redford Clint Eastwood Britt Robertson Dylan O'Brien Victoria Justice Wilmer Valderama Amanda Seyfried Anna Kendrick Alison Brie Amanda Peet Thomas Sadoski Lawrence Fisbourne Samuel L. Jackson Sam Rockwell Drew Barrymore Jodie Foster Bridget Fonda Seth Green Jennifer Jason Leighton Phoebe Cates Rachel Leigh Cook Tara Reid Mena Suvari Rosario Dawson Alan Cummings Chris O'Donnell Jane Seymour Maria Bello Sanaa Lathan Taye Diggs Bon Jovi John Travolta Nicholas Cage Hayden Christensen Josh Harnett Glenn Close Susan Surandon Geena Davis Reese Witherspoon Sarah Michelle Gellar Freddie Prince Jr. Ryan Phillipe Mark Wahlberg Cheryl Ladd Diane Ladd Diane Keaton Lindsay Lohan Helen Hunt Gayle O'Grady Bette Midler David Spade Al Pacino Many many more!
It's interesting to contrast this with his most recent appearance on the SAG-AFTRA roundtable, where he has said that he now prepares his dialogue exhaustively, knows the script inside-out, and expects everyone on set to do the same.
I hate how people are still bringing up RDJ past. It's over, it's done. He is so much more than where he's been. It's time we move on and stop comparing him to what once was. He's so much more than just that, so why do we keep going back to that? It's time to move on.
MOLE well its really life imitating art, in some sense RDJ was metaphorically playing his life out in fictional playground. Rdj has admitted he has a lot similarities with tony stark character.
You know why this interview works? Because the interviewer actually seems to be listening and let's RDJ talk. Great Job Sam! It's nice to actually have an interviewer listen and hold a real conversation that feels genuine.
Are you referring to those reaction shots they cut to? Anyone can look like they are listening in an edited interview. Learn your film grammar.
IgnoranceStrikesAgain StrikesAgain no need to be rude. The interview works because he looks like he is listening even if it is just editing. So my original comment still stands.
The interview works because the content is striking. Everyone wants to know why Robert feels this way about scripts. It was a good question to ask him. If you take out the shots of Sam looking supposedly at Robert, the interview would be just as good.
IgnoranceStrikesAgain StrikesAgain ok
Great observation. Very true! He seems to truly CARE.
Papers : I am the script
RDJ : and I AM IRON MAN
I am crying god bless you for this comment omg
The "talent" are fucking puppets. Read your lines and fuck off.
@@thisismyname3928 damn so angry
@@bobcatman0121 I notice you didn't dispute. =)
silver storm yyy
One of the things I like about RDJ is how he turned his life around and got straight with everything and no longer being his old self. He also is an example of being able to turn yourself around and keeping yourself away from toxic behaviors and/or habits as well that younger actors/actresses etc should pay attention to.
I think it's awesome how he can acknowledge that he messed up, he's okay with knowing that he's fixed his life. It's like he's not ashamed of it, he's just fixed it and that's that.
well said :)
I agree with all of this, please don’t lash out at me for saying so but I got a weird feeling like something was not right with him for this interview... Look at his eyes wanting to close and his dragging cadence especially at 1:15. I’m sure it’s in my head, but I’ve seen a lot of substance abuse up close and this made the needle move. I promise I’m not LOOKING for it, I just can’t help but notice these things. Especially because a good editor can hide this kind of thing but this was still detectable... makes me imagine what might have been cut. I don’t see him as a perpetual addict or wish to paint him in any bad light at all but I’d be lying if I said a few moments here didn’t give me pause.
@@hauntedbytheliving1175 Have you seen the FULL version of the interview or just this little 2min blerb? Watch the full one.
"I don't read a script, script reads me"
Oh my gosh. 😂😂😂. That was the perfect comment.
he was playing a black version of himself
Tropic Thunderrrrr haha best comment here! He is class apart on that one.
nailed it
Fuck, that was awesome. I'm getting off the internet now because your comment cannot be topped. Be back in a few weeks......
This goes to prove, doesn't matter how awesome your job is, when you're doing it after many years, a large part of you just wants to go home and chill.
So true.....
In most cases
Bruh this comment is so true 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
@GamingPro1003 Oh, yeah! I think one of the most damaging phrases nowadays is "follow your bliss." It implies that if you do something you're passionate about, that it won't be work! But... it's still work.
@@jennhoff03 I always think about that when I hear how people pursued a dream and a parent was hesitant about it. It's not that they think you can't do it, it's that the more passionate about something that you pursue as a career, the more painful it's going to be when you are rejected. And you will be, at some point. Unless you come from money and can just fund what you do yourself, you are going to need someone else's money. Which means, their opinion is what will matter, and it might be that what you did sucks
That is the opposite of what he just said?
"-or it's just really hard and it's almost impossible to get it right, even one time, but so what, we only have to do it right once," is one of the simplest and most psychologically useful things I've heard an actor say.
Favreau deserves a medal. Can you imagine that first pitch? "You want to make what? With whom?"
Exactly. No one wanted to hire Downey because of his past. But Favreau proved everybody wrong.
until the screen test, and if you have seen that, you know why the studio had to cave. There is no way on earth anybody with two eyes could NOT realize that was Tony Stark right there. :)
I’m pretty sure they had to withhold like half of his 500000 pay for that movie in case he ended up in jail or something for drugs
SS10121618 that was for a different movie not iron man
Kiss Kiss Bang Bang ^
It makes me happy that RDJ was able to get it together and overcome his past problems. He's become wise, kind, even more talented and is now a great role model, an asset to the human race. He's everything good about Tony Stark.
That’s what he ACTS like, and you’re falling for it. He’s just an actor who is out to make himself look good, and he’s as egotistical as anyone who has ever appeared in a film. He could never be as great as he thinks he is.
@@jamescarter3196 Excuse me, but do you know him personally?
Wow, asset to the human race.
Yeah, I'm sure he's a great role model to everyone who's born into the biz and still fucks it up.
3000, man. 3000. Huge respect.
We love him 3000
Rip iron boi
I feel like Robert Downey is the highest functioning person with NPD LOL. The dude has learned to manage it and channel it into something great.
RDJ isn't insulting writing. Story is very different from words put into an actors mouth in a scene, which, when you're in it might prompt something a script writer never thought of. Or, like in his case, you can be resistant to a script as a personal flaw and you make that flaw work for you. All actors are different in their process. Some actors can do the opposite and make even a bad script work. RDJ's a creative guy who thrives on the freedom to identify with and contribute to his character. His acting is remarkable, so he does it his way.
Agreed, and understood right away. There is a time to follow the rules, and a time to break them.
Improv is well and good as long as you have a grip on the mechanics of the story and recognize when dialogue can be changed and when it can't, when it contains important exposition that moves the plotline. Scripts can be like puzzles that way; change a scene here or there and it might screw things up further along. I guess that's what drove Jeff Bridges crazy on Iron Man...kudos to Favreau for being able to wrangle a good movie out of that kind of chaos.
I've been working on a script well over a year now, and there's no way I can say whether he's right or wrong. I used to think he's wrong. I don't anymore. Great actors are great for a reason. On the other hand, improvising on a complex script runs the risk of shutting down connections that work in the shadows of the narrative.
@@alexispapageorgiou72 "Great actors are great for a reason" I think if RDJ got more his way, I'd never watch a single movie with him. It'd be all remixes of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and that gets tiresome real fast. Infact, most of his performances are kinda like that, so he should probably let himself go and succumb to the writers vision more. But he's old, fantastically successful, and born into it, the magic is obviously gone.
@@blurgle9185 What the hell are you talking about? He's super fun, but I realize he might not be everyone's cup of tea atm...
Well, you kind of have to give Downey Jr the benefit of the doubt with that particular role, because he is essentially the Tony Stark of the actor's world right now.
Being naturally full of shit does not qualify you as a great actor when you're playing a character who is also full of shit.
Jai Guru Being a blind idiot does qualify as being a blind idiot. If you think Robert and Tony are "full of shit" then you just believe in what they want you to believe. Good job on being a sheep.
@@jaiguru9538 oi, fuck off
@@DeeFightingDreamer I mean rdj and Tony being full of shit is an unpopular opinion so how would that be being a sheep. It's literally thinking out of the norm.
Its more sheep like to lick Rdj's ass like everyone else does.
(I like rdj but your comment is dumb)
He's obviously good in the role, but let's face it, it's not the biggest stretch...both Downey and Stark are witty and glib and hyperverbal. From an acting standpoint I'm really more impressed with his Sherlock Holmes because it's the role that's the least like himself...
These are one of the few great Downey Jr. interviews. You are super relaxed around him and not intimated like a lot interviewers are honestly. Great stuff.
I had to replay this video twice to listen to the actual interview and understand what he’s talking about
I was staring at his pretty face the first time and enjoying the way he speaks
Same here 😂 First time was just about his beautiful face and eyes :D
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And RDJ not bad either.
These interviews are always so good, great job Sam.
Absolutely, and it's because Sam is so hands off. He's not trying to force the conversation in any direction, not trying to get anyone to say something specific. He just wants them to open up, and his choice to limit how much he says works perfectly for that.
Sam is so thick with fake laughs and superficial that it's extremely annoying. Interviewers don't have to be so fake. Sam screams "please like me, please tell me more"... "and in exchange, I'll laugh at whatever you say". I find the celebrities interesting but I'm not sure I can stand Sam's fakeness to watch more.
@@carolinecovele9230 I don't think his fake.
@@carolinecovele9230Well! If you think that he are facking then learn more about how a human are fiction. He is a director som he laugh like this as he understand the situationn.
Lots of people saying he's arrogant. It's his process and it has obviously worked for him. His Iron Man movies has grossed over a billion dollars and he's the biggest reason why the Avenger movies are entertaining. Let the man do his thing...who are you to judge? He didn't say all actors should be like him - most would fail if they tried. He freely admits it's his own ego that makes him this way and he followed his instinct to improv. I don't think he's doing too bad for himself at the moment.
Max Payne but his iron man movies suck
lance garrison And you know why they sucked? The script was horrible. RDJ did great. Also, the first one didn't suck.
sweetie, he's not doing bad AT ALL
Nobody is saying he is arrogant
All the Iron Man movies are at least pretty good.
why is this interview so underrated?its probably the best interview i ve heard in recent times tbh
Na...He's a pretty good actor. Definitely overflowing with ego though..
You need to watch more interviews if this is the best one you've seen in recent times...
@@EthanS1481 Nah.
So nice when an Interviewer knows to JUST LISTEN and not interrupt
Here is rare of footage of RDJ when he is not putting on the act of "Tony Stark"
This is the real RDJ, the human. After Iron Man, it seems that he almost replaced himself with Tony Stark. same thing goes for Chris Evans, Chris Evans was nothing like Steve Rogers if anything, he was a fit for the Human torch, but now look at him, he changed too, he is a lot more shy and humble, less explosive and more of a down to earth guy. I can see the roles taking a toll on these actors, in a way, they killed themselves so these roles can come to life. much respect for RDJ.
MF Doom i also think chris evens has learned to be humble also because he has to embrace others and life and the goodness of it all. Chris evans brother is gay and since they’re brothers and love each other; someone like chris had to cope and be open to love him the way he is.
That’s all what life is: doing the most positive thing with the people around you.
I think in one way the characters change the people too. These people have been playing these characters for a decade so that's gotta have some effect.
Can’t tell where Johnny depp ends and where jack sparrow begins
rdj has always had that humor. being serious or calm doesn’t invalidate the other parts of your personality
This is all false. I think the only person that turned insane enough to make their role come to life is Ledger (r.i.p) because he was put through so much to dedicate himself into that role. Now as for Downey, the role basically came to him because it was so natural. Another hint is he has no script. The auditions were great to become Tony Stark. And as for Chris Evans, his role in avengers was no where near outgoing like Roberts. So the assumption that he gained characteristics of Steve Rodgers is false. People have their days where they wanna be calm and people have their outgoing days. I think they know the difference between their cinematic roles and their personality, and it never is meant to cross paths.
Translation: He feels more comfortable in improv, than strictly following the script. All he needs is a rough outline of the scene, and total movie, to frame his improv.
there is something in here that comes from a deeper level. iron is famous for not having a script (even JEff Bridges was nervous for not having a standard script.) The first film from a series of the MCU came from improvisation although it came from Favreu and others). Downey's concept comes from trusting a talented team. this was like watching the movie equivalent of Jazz.
Love him 3000.
I SO relate to his statement. Being on set during production is extremely tedious, and getting to go home early is such a relief. His comparing it to being in school is spot on. I played varsity baseball in high school and just loved it when games or practice got rained out. Getting to be a regular kid and going home with everyone else was like having a weight lifted off your shoulders.
Comments: “So Arrogant!”
Let’s see...
Harrison Ford: “Hmm. Line says ‘I love you too.’ Nah, I think I’ll say something else to Carrie.”
Link to scene
Harsh Patil have you not seen the empire strikes back?
Josh Hunt I’m sad this man doesn’t know he says “I know” :( really emphasises RDJs point of what’s on paper doesn’t matter, Han Solos reply was improv and golden.
Anthony Carmichael absolutely classic
That's not arrogant, but it doesn't matter since you are a fucking weeb
His eyes are so damn pretty. I can't look away, that's okay tho, I don't want to.
Please shut up. Please.
@@artistryartistry7239 ???
"I don't read the script, the script reads me" RDJ in Tropic Thunder. Art imitating life! Lol
“We only have to do it right once”
What an encouraging perspective!
Why he so fine? My mom fell in love with him in the 80's and she passed that on, he is ageless.
“Listen, smile, agree, and then do whatever the fuck you were gonna do anyway.” - Robert Downey Jr
Anyone else been watching lots of RDJ videos since watching end game? :(
His improvisation is not disrespect or disregard for the script, and its not ego. There are other interviews where he describes the time and effort that he takes to learn his lines so that he has a firm grasp of each scene when he walks onto a set. I think what inspires him is the opportunity to push the limits of what is given to him and to everyone he works with. For some actors the challenge is to say the words as given as best they can. For actors like Downey, the challenge is to take what they are given and discover what it can become. Both ways are fine. Just different types of artists. I've been catching up on his movies lately and they are amazing. His performances are expressive and unpredictable.
Just wondering about this too---which would be the better, more enjoyable set to work on? One where the writer or director expects that everyone else is there only to serve his or her vision, or one where everyone is open and welcome to contribute and create a shared vision?
People hating on him for this just don't understand that acting is an art.
he’s such an artist...
I could watch/look at him 24/7.... 😊😊❤
Anyone who is saying RDJ is arrogant for ignoring a script are not putting themselves in an actors shoes. Think about it, you show up to set everyday trying to nail the role both in how you see it and the director, a super well written script can be annoying like he says simply because it does not give the movie/project any breathing room, if the script is so good, it does not allow for as much creativity, not improv but creativity. The smaller nuances to a characters expression, demeanor and even lines all derive from some of the actors creativity and personality. Most of the greatest movies out their have key scenes that the script might have made harder to happen. A great actor aligns their vision of the character with the director wants, script and vibe of the movie, in effect putting their own small spin on the script. A white page is easier to create on than one thats filled already.
The best part about this interview to me is the references to the fact that even in a job he loves greatly, its still hard to motivate yourself through the day, I think a lot of us have that same thought, "eventually they will let me go home today." Speaking and vocalizing that thought like this is something I needed to hear.
Gnosis I can see what you are saying. It's like the difference between an imitation of something/someone vs something that is genuine.
Similar to what Bruce Lee said, "It's acting unacting or acting unacting."
Gnosis you have a point, but it is also true that it takes a certain level of arrogance to do what he does. Not that there's anything wrong with that if he thrives on it, so more power to him. But can you imagine how difficult it would be to work with him? Jeff Bridges, an amazing actor in his own right, spoke of how frustrated he was on Iron Man. He made The Dude frustrated lol...imagine that.
To be fair, Iron Man 1 was very improvised and it's because there litterally wasn't a script and they kept changing elements. It was before RDJ was really famous so they did it deliberately. If he was that difficult to work with they would probably have fired him because his paycheck wasn't worth that much at the time.
That is true, I forgot Iron Man didn't have a script lol. I probably made an overstatement...I believe he is still very efficient and a consummate professional. But I think they didn't fire him also because he had the director's full backing, and he was too damn good at it.
Yeah, I still call bullshit. If you completely disregard the script, you can miss the context of character's relationships or possibly just give the same performance over and over again.
You start saying this and no actors respect the foundation the script laid. You respect the work of everyone involved. From the CEO of the parent company to the motherfucking Key Grip.
Your a great interviewer. I watch a guy interview Robert Plant. Robert is a artist he needs to paint a picture to answer the question at hand. But the interviewer got lost many times and interrupted Robert, and Robert had to bring the interviewer back so he could finish his answer. It made me squirm.
You allow the person to go and then you allow him to go even higher. Great job!
Really enjoyed hearing his view point because I can completely relate. It's refreshing to find out I'm not the only one who feels this way.
My god, this channel has the best interviews I've ever seen. Well done guys.
I acted in a play once where the Stage Manager insisted that the play be "Word Perfect". We would even get emails at the end of the day listing all the words we got wrong. This was the most frustrating play I have ever done. I felt very constricted and wasn't able to really get into the character because I was always so focused on getting each and every word exactly perfect.
Don't do this to your actors.
The growth from this interview to the more recent one is even more amazing
R has earned his maturity! Glad he made it to this place in his life.
He's kinda the best actor & why acting was invented in the first place
Due date was (is) a surprisingly and jarringly deep and emotional movie that beautifully showed off the talents of both Robert and Zach. Much respect.
This is NOT an interview, it is a cool, chilled, fun conversation.
I love Robert man more than 3,000...
Man he is so cool. I have a ton of respect for someone who had his own struggles and made it out on the bright side. He embodies a true never give up on yourself mentality...who started a franchise that is the biggest in film history...He is Ironman.
This dude is legit who he is on the big screen and that's why it works so well! Genuine as it gets.
How can anyone NOT like this guy? I feel bad for those folks who voted "Thumbs Down" on the vid. They must live miserable lives.
"Innovate" RDJ's version of adlibbing
Good adlibbers like RDJ improve the script. As for bad adlibbers.... well.... have you seen the new Ghostbusters?
When the actor basically is the real life version of his character, those adlibbed lines are bound to be good.
So let me get this right ... he doesn't like being a robot. It's kinda understandable.,
No, he's just a good actor.
Randy Zeitman what does reading a script have anything to do with being a robot? He has a different process than most actors, it doesn’t mean he’s better or worse than any other. He has to read something in order for him to understand the scene anyway, he might say he doesn’t regard a script but that doesn’t mean he won’t read it.. so don’t be an asshat all your life
Its just lazy. The actors job is complicated. TO LEARN the lines, and MAKE them truthful and not robotic as you say... BOTH. You cant have only one of these. You cant know the lines but be robotic, nor you can not be robotic, but not now the lines. Its basic acting knowledge. Try making shakespeare NOT robotic by the same logic. What actor says or does, RARELY is better than whats on page and most of the time its out of the lazyness or absence of work put in to MAKE lines LIVE.
Saw your Ron Howard conversation tonight & was spellbound.
"I don't like being handed things"
I got into acting recently, and he speaks FROM MY HEART. "Maybe it's my own ego and I come from a family of writers.." oh I do consider myself a writer and I hate being handed things too, I just like to do things my way and the need to improve on something is always there.
I understand why some people may think he's arrogant for disregarding a screenwriters work, but it works for him. He embodies Iron Man, and hes so good that you cannot picture anyone else playing him. Improv works for a lot of actors, Robin Williams and Jim Carrey are well known for winging it, and some of their best work has been improvised.
I would love to see rdj react to riverdale's writing
Damn! now that make me wanna see RDJ on riverdale.
this interview should have more more views
So basically, he don't read the script, the script reads him? 🤔😂
Yeah basically.
I'm sure the screenwriters are so pleased to hear this
i loved the last bit how he tries to be a good presence on set when things aren't going well he stays cool and calm for the youngsters.
Really good point about only having to do it right once. It's film, not the stage. People only see that one time.
I kind of wish RDJ would work again with auteurs. The last one was Zodiac and Fincher utilizes Downey’s best traits as an actor (though they reportedly clashed)
RDJ was at one point attached to PTAs Inherent Vice... i kind of hope they’ll still collaborate at some point. Also, Downey working with a script like Sorkin or Tarantino would instantly(i feel) get him an oscar. Doubt they’ll allow him or he’ll allow them to deviate from the script
Anyone here after seeing End Game?
'I come from a family of writers, so I ignore the script'
"I dont read the script, the script reads me"
Downey Jr is one of the best actors alive. Period. He actually impresses me in every movie he's ever done, even the few bad ones. I really think it's impossible for him to deliver a bad performance
how come no one else like your comment ?
Anfubvinch even when he was a raging alcoholic?
Greg Greg Could Robert De Niro or Al Pacino do Chaplin? I think not.
Also, his role in Tropic Thunder. That was impressive.
One of the best actors alive??? He doesn't even come close to the top 10!
Wow, all these butthurt people thinking RDJ is dissing writers. Well, I'm a writer and I'm not offended. The man's a genius, and the script can be interpreted different ways.
If i have a script and bring it to the attention of producers, how do i do it?
Uhh well tbh by writer I meant prose, so idk... try joining a screenwriter's guild or shopping for agents?
Alacritistic butthurt, yep you're a writer ,about 49 , divorced female, and it's apparently 1998
Especially since we as writers are looking for the most organic way of how to write this spheel; even when it comes through you, as soon as the actors say the line you’re like “oh right, that’s what I should have wrote”.
A genius? Lmao
After I enjoyed 10 of your Videos. it's about time I sub ;)
Next to Hot Ones, this is my favorite interview show around. Keep up the great work, sir. =^)
He seemed so happy and chilled here I hope he gets there again
The dude has been filming as Tony Stark for a decade. He's just pretty much adopted the facial hair at this point, plus shooting.
man he was totally serious tho. he doesnt even read the script
or its more like he reads it and then says the same basic lines in a diffrent way because he feels tony stark would say it that way. Its almost like he reads the script then says "hey tony stark wouldnt say this" and changes it. Like Christopher Lee changed his death in ep 3.
Well, I don't think many people have high regard for the writing or acting in 90% of the films RDJ is known for
Τhis man is such an inspiration to me.Him and S.Stalone.
Cheers from Greece.
Basically I want to see RDJ monologue a chinese food take-out menu. I'd like to see it.
Oh the stories I could tell. These are great interviews
Having RDJ say he has "zero regard for what's printed in a script," shows a great deal of arrogance. A skilled screenwriter can mean the difference between "Citizen Kane" and "Air Bud." Just relying upon one's improv abilities can't ultimately cut it if you don't have the foundation of a well-written script. Unless, of course, you want a script that relies only on improv, which is possible, but not sustainable.
Screen writing cant account for his unique style though. Arrogance is arrogance but he gets a way with it I think its part of his charm in ways to.
Well it's obviously been working well for him.
I believe you missed the point of the comment. He is talking mostly about how trying to stay directly on the piece of paper ultimately falls apart in most productions, creating tensions and doubt on the set...which puts a huge strain on the entire production. From what I have heard from various writers and directors that have worked with him, RDJ gives the written part for a particular scene an honest try and if it isn't working he just goes for it and improves something. Too many writes and directors become obsessed with what is on the page (somewhat justifiably given the work they put into it), but that obsession can stop the work from feeling honest because the scene becomes about what is on the paper and not what can be delivered. There are 2 sides to making a great movie, having something great on the paper to work from and having a great delivery from the cast. If what is on the paper doesn't get the best out of the cast, you have to be pliable enough to remember that the paper is just where you start from, its what end up on the final cut that truly matters. It is much easier to alter the paper than it is to alter the cast.
Agreed. You got to understand too though that he's primarily done nothing but play a superhero for the last ten years so I don't think the writing is very essential in those movies. RDJ's improv skills are probably pretty encouraged on those sets. For the most part, writers for super hero movies are a bunch of hacks anyways, I don't blame the guy for ignoring them.
excepting of course that rdj comes, and I quote, "from a family of writers"
What a legend
You could tell he was really tired of playing Iron Man. I think he just wants to do what he wants now. Still there were many way to change the ending to Endgame. JS
“He’s arrogant for not following a script”. Look, RDJ isn’t my favorite actor, but don’t you know the actual script isn’t finished being edited until the end of production? This applies to all movies for all directors. I’m surprised Marvel hasn’t given him writing credits.
I love this, it’s super candid and vulnerable but not apologetically so. It’s funny, I really love being on set just as he so obviously does. I’m in hierarchically a much lower position than RDJ, but I can definitely admit to wishing for an early wrap from getting rained out lol. Just not too often
I love RDJ but I don’t know how to feel about these comments. I’m a scriptwriter and the sheer amount of time that has gone into every word when it comes towards the final drafts is painstaking. But that’s also why the parenthesis is so crucial in outlining your story and getting your vision across. Dialogue is flexible and made to be toyed with. Just makes you wonder what the landscape would be if every actor/actress had this mindset, would we do away with scripted dialogue altogether? Would we have guide dialogue as opposed to rigorous text? It’s fascinating.
RDJ is Tony Stark and Tony Stark is RDJ and for the next million years this is not gonna change.
Thank You RDJ...Thank you 3000...for all you have given us...
Im so glad that RDJ cleaned up and recovered, it would have been sad to lose him.
He was such a spastic Cutey in his early roles, I miss that
The majority of the comments here are people who read the title and formed an opinion without actually watching the video. Yet another example of why people think the internet is making us all stupid.
He probably will never work with Quentin lol
Kevin Nguyen why I don’t get it?
Snoops Tarantino does not allow his actors to improvise in his movies. What’s on his script is what you have to say word for word. If the actors want anything changed in the script it has to be approved by Quentin in which he usually does not.
Leo improvised in Django
Will Roberts that’s because he slammed his hand on the glass and was actually bleeding. Him improvising in that moment was better and more intense than what was on the script and Tarantino did not bother to stop him
@@FreshBro8 Yes, that's what improvisation is lol, more extreme situation, but yea.. I'm sure any actor would limit their improv to work with Tarantino
I have so MUCH respect for this guy! Having battled his demons for so very long & coming out the other side with so much wisdom, empathy & dignity. I imagine he would be a VERY interesting guy to meet IRL. 👍
Hey I'm new to the channel. Loving it so far! Is there full length videos or have they all been edited down for all the people with zero attention span? Lol but seriously!?
Good interview
“...earn a living” a forgotten phrase which ascribes dignity in place of disdain for rewarded effort. Refreshing!
This guy would never last a second on a Tarantino film where his script is so important.
Legend 🐐
So what are his new movies now? Any coming out this year?
Look at all these people talking about RDJ like they know him. Fuck off. I found this interview particularly enlightening, mainly the bit about loving when it thunders, etc. I can totally relate to that from my high school days. That feeling, however annoying, is truly beautiful and it's good to see that it's shared amongst other humans. I really enjoy learning about the simple similarities between people in the world, I guess. It makes me feel less alone.
The proof is in the pudding. He's a fantastic actor
Robert Downey Jr has incredible chemistry with Marisa Tomei...they were DEVINE in Only You. He's been in a lot of great stuff.
Stars that I REALLY hope to see on this series...
Ashley Judd
Marisa Tomei
Ellen Barkin
Ellen Burstyn
Gen Rowlands
Kyra Segwick
Julia Roberts
Dennis Quaid
Robert Duvall
Greg Kinnear
Toni Collette
Andie MacDowell
Amy Brenamann
Mimi Rogers
Nicole Kidman
Penelope Cruz
Katie Holmes
Salma Hayes
Javier Bodem
James Franco
Leonardo Dicaprio
Kate Winslet
Cate Blanchett
Uma Thurman
Brad Pitt
Gywneth Paltrow
Angelina Jolie
Jennifer Aniston
Charlize Theron
Christina Ricci
Demi Moore
Jon Seda
Victor Vargas
Toby MacGuire
Daryl Hannah
Kelly Lynch
Kelly Preston
Renew Zellweger
Colin Firth
Hugh Grant
Hugh Darcy
Brooklyn Decker
Alice Eve
Michelle Phieffer
Mae Whitman
Cynthia Rhodes (I want to hear her talk about her career even though she left the industry.)
Jennifer Grey
John Legazamo
Wesley Snipes
Olivia Newton-John
Stockard Channing
Paz Vega
America Ferrara
Rachel Ticotin
Jack Nicholson
Meryl Streep
Rita Wilson
Mandy Moore
Tom Hanks
Tom Cruise
Rob Lowe
Emilio Estevez
William Baldwin
Sylvester Stallone
Tommy Lee Jones
Will Smith
Hall Berry
Nia Long
Vivaa A. Fox
Michelle Williams
Busy Phillips
Joshua Jackson
Vanessa Williams
Angela Bassett
Lela Rochon
Loretta Devine
Kirk Douglas
Michael Douglas
Catherine Zeta-Jones
Martin Sheen
Sam Watersen
Jane Fonda
Lily Tomlin
Justin Timberlake
Jessica Biel
Beverly Mitchell
Barry Watson
Peter Gallagher
Jonathan Schaech
Liv Tyler
Joanna Going
Phoequin Phoenix
Benico Del Toro
Ryan Reynolds
Madonna
Rupert Everett
Dermott Malroney
Selma Blair
Amy Adams
Isla Fisher
Kristen Dunst
James Marsden
Emily Blunt
Anne Hathaway
Billy Crudup
Jennifer Connelly
Adam Scott
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Larisa Oleynik
Peter Krause
Lauren Graham
Monica Potter
Joey Lauren Adams
Leslie Mann
Leslie Bibb
Carly Pope
Sara Rue
Vince Vaughn
Jon Favreau
Kim Cattrall
Kirsten Davis
Cynthia Davis
Sarah Jessica Parker
Antonio Banderas
Melanie Griffith
Diego Luna
Natalie Portman
Robert Redford
Clint Eastwood
Britt Robertson
Dylan O'Brien
Victoria Justice
Wilmer Valderama
Amanda Seyfried
Anna Kendrick
Alison Brie
Amanda Peet
Thomas Sadoski
Lawrence Fisbourne
Samuel L. Jackson
Sam Rockwell
Drew Barrymore
Jodie Foster
Bridget Fonda
Seth Green
Jennifer Jason Leighton
Phoebe Cates
Rachel Leigh Cook
Tara Reid
Mena Suvari
Rosario Dawson
Alan Cummings
Chris O'Donnell
Jane Seymour
Maria Bello
Sanaa Lathan
Taye Diggs
Bon Jovi
John Travolta
Nicholas Cage
Hayden Christensen
Josh Harnett
Glenn Close
Susan Surandon
Geena Davis
Reese Witherspoon
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Freddie Prince Jr.
Ryan Phillipe
Mark Wahlberg
Cheryl Ladd
Diane Ladd
Diane Keaton
Lindsay Lohan
Helen Hunt
Gayle O'Grady
Bette Midler
David Spade
Al Pacino
Many many more!
I'm a huge Fan Of RDJ , he's so cool and funny. By the way, he's defenetly Not looking like 51 years !!
It's interesting to contrast this with his most recent appearance on the SAG-AFTRA roundtable, where he has said that he now prepares his dialogue exhaustively, knows the script inside-out, and expects everyone on set to do the same.
I hate how people are still bringing up RDJ past. It's over, it's done. He is so much more than where he's been. It's time we move on and stop comparing him to what once was. He's so much more than just that, so why do we keep going back to that? It's time to move on.
If i could sit down and have a conversation over a lit blunt with any celebrity it would be RDJ
Iron Man wouldn’t he shit without RDJ he owned that character
MOLE well its really life imitating art, in some sense RDJ was metaphorically playing his life out in fictional playground. Rdj has admitted he has a lot similarities with tony stark character.