I caught this indie movie he was in called The Gladiator. Pretty good performance if you ask me. But now he has the chance to be in the presence of the Critical Doggo. Wow.
Damn. Great to see Crowe appearing with The Drinker but sad to see it's probably all downhill from here. Once you reach the pinnacle of your career here, is there any other direction to go?
Damn, took the words right outta my mouth. Russell should get together with Christian Bale, Henry Cavill, Daniel Day-Lewis, Bill Murray, Ed Norton and Wesley Snipes and form the LOSWADOS (League Of Stars Who Are Difficult On Set). Motto: "You Must Have Skin This Thick To Enjoy This Ride". To chair their annual meetings, they could dig up John Huston's mouldering corpse and prop him at the head of the table, with a stiff drink in his bony fingers and a lit cigar between his teeth.
Who'd have thought, a Hollywood celebrity that isn't a vapid narcissist and is actually an interesting, down to earth person to talk to. Well done on the interview.
@@swisswildpicsswp3095 The production was great and really gave off a 70s vibe. I love movies set into the 60s and 70s. Also, the chemistry between Gosling and Crowe was perfect and the combative nature of their partnership really added to the comic element. The daughter was a great actress and didn't wear out her welcome as the precocious daughter. Every time I watch it I don't want it to end. I was hoping the Drinker would mention it but no such luck.
Imagine someone interviewing a legendary actor and actually being respectful enough to let him answer the questions in his own time. Well done, Drinker and Mr. Crowe, thanks for talking to Drinker and us, sir. Your excellent acting work speaks for itself.
Crowe was nothing short of ultra brilliant in "The Insider". The respect he paid to Jeffrey Wigand's huge sacrifices was legendary. I'll never forget it.
That’s the sort of thing that drew me to the Drinker so quickly. Despite his hilarious persona, he is actually respectful to everyone who deserves it, and legitimately cares about what he does.
And when he reviews the new film, which honestly looks terrible, he can either tell the truth and never get anymore interviews or shade the truth and become the fake BS you were complaining about.
From 1997 to 2009 nobody could touch him. That stretch of movies he did was simply incredible. The Insider, LA Confidential, Gladiator, Master and Commander, A Beautiful Mind, 3:10 to Yuma, Cinderella Man and American Gangster.
@@SiStockbridge "😢Oh, Doctor, tell me! Is Tugga gonna live? Tugga's me best friend in the whole world-" "😧Your boat's gonna be ok. He just-" "😡🤬OI, DON'T YOU INTERRUPT ME, YOU V--INA!! I was giving a heartfelt soliloquy about my feelings for Tugga!"
They're going off to fight crime riding motorbikes in Scotland and New Zealand, with a shotgun in one hand and the Drinker's favorite whisky in the other
His face just lights up when he gets into his memories of those movies, actually to the point where I'm involuntarily smiling myself. Drinker really did a great job with the interview by letting him talk and the choice of movies to get into was much appreciated.
I'm so glad Drinker asked him great questions about Master and Commander. Master and Commander is a masterpiece and it's easily Crowe's best and most underrated role imo. Killer interview Drinker! Way to go!
Great movie. Though not based on real historical events, it feels pretty damn authentic to the period. Same with Gladiator. Not historically accurate, but historically authentic feeling.
yeeeeah... there's a well known massive difference between Russell Crowe when he knows the general public in watching, and Russell Crowe on a movie set.... don't get me wrong, he's a fantastic actor and a great interview, but there's way to many horror stories from former co-stars to ignore
If you haven’t you should read the books, the writing is superb, it really transports you into the world. The closest comparison I can give is The Lord of the Rings.
The fact this happened. The fact this exists. I can't remember the last time I sat through a whole interview. As a man in his late 30's, Russel Crowe is huge! Great interview, nothing forced and Russel seems so down to earth and personable. This makes me happy.
I do get the impression that he might have been told to not appear in frame with the drinker. So they could deny it was him the interview was with etc... Seemed a bit of a strange interview format.
He's figured out what a bunch of Hollywood types haven't. Going on E and having 100k people MAYBE see your interview or going on a popular TH-camr's channel and having 500k to one million people see your interview over the course of a week.
@@6581punk I think it's the Drinker's decision on framing/editing - which I think is reasonable, to give the "full screen" to his guest. It would be cool to see the Drinker and see his reactions, but I get the idea. OzzyMan edited his interview differently, but he didn't have a split screen as well if I recall correctly, so it may be due to technical aspects: like the software used for the stream, as it probably wasn't your typical Zoom.
@@markvarley2962 People with webcams that have a larger reach than the majority of mainstream media outlets. Russell is smart. Hollywood better smarten up.
He's promoting a new movie and will get a ton more viewers on TCD than on any of the television programs where actors normally do these kinds of interviews. It was almost certainly a publicist who decided to do this. Mr. Crowe didn't even know TCD was Scottish LOL
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Russell Crowe's creds just grew a gazillion percent in my book. A down-to-earth, sane, laid back professional to talk to about movies and life. SO refreshing. Thanks Drinker for the interview! It was awesome.
Regardless of whatever transpired in his life, it hurts me to see Russell Crowe like that. I just hate how time steals everything from us and just shaves away at us. Our health, our looks, our glory. Just pisses me off to no end. If I could blow up the entire planet I would. If Humans cannot beat time, god will know our wrath and know better in his next creation.
I love interviews done by non press, you can see actors just open up more and be real. Wish you had more time with Russel, Drinker. Feel like he still wanted to talk to you
I think actors enjoy talking about their past projects, nuances, thoughts at their time, etc. I bet a lot of them rather be humanized than being asked the same stupid questions, Trump amirite, carbon footprint, etc
Give Russel Crowe props for doing this. Actors should do interviews like this more often. I'm much more inclined to see this now than if this was some 3 minute fluff commercial interview where they try to sneak a personal drug or divorce question in for clicks. 👍
I think it's done on purpose. If they tried to do the normal hollywood kind of press campaign with this movie it would flop hard, instead they are going a different way. Personal interviews with people that actually carry a modicum of respect in the industry, no woke crap, no accusing the audience of being racist if they don't watch the movie...just a good heart to heart chat. It's a sad sign of the world we live in when we consider two blokes having a nerd out over movies as a groundbreaking form of marketing.
Hey, I am a 78 years old girl and just love Master & Commander! I have been watching the film at least 3-4 times a year ever since it came out. It is a monument to perfection.
I'm on the same boat there... at least 3-4 times a year I just have to watch Master & Commander Extraordinary experience that is completely under-appreciated
I feel like Crowe would have talked so much about Gladiator his whole life he's probably sick of it by now lol It's like when a band feels obligated to play a hit song against their will, 200 times in a row on tour.
Gladiator is my all-time favorite movie, Crowe is one of my all-time favorite actors and the Drinker is one of my all-time favorite TH-camrs. This is freaking fantastic!
@@maxdam4059 LA Confidential is so good! Cinderella Man, Master and Commander, A Beautiful Mind, The Insider, 3:10 to Yuma, American Gangster - he's been in so many great movies.
My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions and loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son. Husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next.
Master and commander is one of, what I consider to be, a perfect movie. Everything is absolutely perfect, from the pacing, to the action, the historical accuracy, the character conflict. It brings me so much joy to just know that that film exists.
That focus on the daily lives of the crew is what makes Master and Commander feel so grounded, which makes the action set pieces hit that much harder. What a tremendous film.
I really liked that the movie emphasized the historically accurate social separation between the officers and regular crew. I can't see a modern Hollywood movie doing that.
One of my top two movies of all time!! I've been through all the Patrick O'Brian books and I can't see anyone else other than Russell Crowe as Lucky Jack.
@@stephenthomas1492 But such a shame they couldn`t do a better job of the Doctor .I find him an extremely interesting and deep character . I love the film but they were only able to scratch the surface of the books.
One of my favorite films! There are certain movies that if I am scrolling through the movie channels, I will just watch them...Master and Commander is one of these...Saving Private Ryan is another, as is One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
I wasn't planning on seeing The Pope's Exorcist to be honest. But they way Russel Crowe explained the backstory and the character, I'm very intrigued now.
You seemed expectedly nervous at first Drinker. I like how Russell put you at ease. And you became more relaxed with the interview. Great job C.D and Russell.
Master and Commander was such a criminally underappreciated film. To this day, I think it's the most well-made movie of its kind. It also got me to read the source material, which is vast and epic. Edit: respect to Russell for coming on the channel!
Well I saw it, and thought it was ok. I'm not going to change my opinion because the actor who starred in it said differently ... just because that actor turns up on a niche youtube channel.
Everyone involved in the production of Master and Commander should be extremely proud, they did a hell of a job bringing to life Patrick OBrien's superbly written books and the most legendary of literary friendships. That of Jack and Stephen. Anyone who has yet to read the series.. do yourself a favour and read them, I am so jealous that you have the opportunity to do this as whilst I re read then every few years, it's never like the first time
Absolutely! I worked my way through the entire 20 books 0ver about a year and have since read them again a couple of times. Peter Weir did an amazingly faithful adaptation and it was also perfectly cast with Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany at the absolute top of their game. Amazingly, I believe that Patrick O’brian started writing the series in his mid 70’s and wrapped it up in his 90’s then died not long after. M&C as well as the Hornblower series are at the top of my reading list.😊
I read 14 of the books in the series, constantly referring to A Sea of Words for clarification. And then I was in San Diego and and was able to explore the HMS Rose replica. And, of course, I love the movie Master and Commander.
100% agree, I had read all the books before the movie came out. Absolutely superb books, really transported you into that world. Each book was like catching up with old friends and seeing what’s next. 10/10.
Phenomenal interview. I normally feel like most actors are still acting in their interviews, but Russell really opened up here. A credit to him and yourself Drinker.
I…I just…wow. Master and Commander, LA Confidential, Gladiator, The Nice Guys…so many monumental achievements in Mr. Crowe’s career. And, now, he has climbed even higher by being on the same stream as the Drinker. Kudos, sir.
@@danielmurphy4411 Hard to say that's his best, but for a remake it's one of the few good ones. Highly recommend the original with Van Heflin and Glenn Ford.
Whilst I think Mayo is an accomplished interviewer this one blows him out of the water. Russell is so relaxed and Drinker asks all the right questions. Excellent but too short.
100% agree. The difference between Access Media interviewers and Drinker is that Drinker is a film buff and Access Media dolts aren’t. They ask dumb questions like “who are you wearing” and questions about their personal lives.
@@toothgrinder2760 They fanboy about the fame aspect, not the content or the work. And, to be fair, that really is what they are fans of....the fame, and money, and power. Not really the art.
Man Russell Crow dude, if there were 5 actors that i wished found the fountain of youth, he would definitely be in it. Thank you, Drinker, for making this happen.
When I was 9 I watched gladiator for the first time. 310 to Yuma is my favorite western. Crowe is my favorite actor. I can't believe he did this but I'm so happy he did
I loved that you even managed to have a moment of silence in between now and then, not having the feeling that you need to rush or show that you can squeeze in as much information and topics as possible. Calm and humble from both sides. Loved it. Greetings from Germany
Master and Commander was the last movie I watched with my Dad before he passed from cancer. I absolutely loved it when I saw it in theater, and now it holds a very special and emotional reminder of a bittersweet memory of my Pops. Great interview Drinker, cheers!
Vader Has Asthma it's the only theater movie i've ever seen with my dad and he's pretty old now. I am sure I'll join you in the movie holding a special place for me as well. cheers to you as well!
I have seen Master and Commander more than a dozen times and I never get tired of it. It's a great timeless masterpiece of film cinema. Wish we got a sequel.
Hear hear. Saw it free on TH-cam during the month it was available and must have seen it at least a dozen times, all 3.5+ hours of the film. Masterpiece is an understatement.
You are a Legend! Thanks for bringing up Master and Commander, my Father's favorite movie (He read the entire series at least 3x). We watched it together days before he passed! Cheers, Mate!
Wow. My favourite TH-camr interviewing one of my favourite actors. The Popes Exorcist is one of the few films in recent years I've seen advertised and thought "Nice! I'm definitely going to watch that!". You can't beat a horror film with a priest Vs evil.
I am still bummed I never even knew it was in cinemas. Only a few years later did I even hear about the movie and loved it. It would've been great on the big screen.
I saw Master and Commander when I was about 21 and found it to be a phenomenal film. Pirates of the Caribbean was great, but I wanted to see more of Master and Commander. It's not too late for a sequel.
There's only two things I needed to know about Pirates of the Caribbean: 1. It's Disney and 2. It's Jerry Bruckheimer. The first means the audience is young and the second means it will be historically completely inaccurate and probably have a British villain. I've seen the first once at xmas many years ago. Might have even started to watch the 2nd one, I remember thinking it wasn't as good.
The books they're based on go on until the main characters are in middle age so it could be done. There are some books in the series that focus more on Steven Maturin being a spy which might have made a good movie within a trilogy.
If any of you like reading, try the original novels that the movie was based on. Patrick O'Brian is the author. There are 20 in total. All of them with a nice blend of storytelling and military detail that is particular to the Napoleonic wars. The movie was based loosely on the 10th novel 'Far Side of the World'. If you like Bernard Cornwall's Sharpe books or C.S.Forester's Hornblower books, you'll like these .
Master and Commander stands as one of the best Naval action/adventure films ever made. The script is brilliant, the actors are perfectly cast and deliver brilliantly, the direction as good as it gets, editing and action sequences done to perfection. I own the disc and rewatch it regularly. Same with Cinderella Man. If my wife and I are able to sit down together and watch a film and still be talking about it days later then it has to meet a very high bar. Loved it.
Yea wonder sometimes why we don’t have more movies like Master & Commander. Such a great movie for all the reasons you mentioned, and I think today’s effects would be well put to use bringing that time period to life.
I've been following his career for a long time and it's always encouraging to see an up-and-coming talent make it into the big league. Well done Russel Crowe! The industry needs more success stories like yours.
This is literally a defining moment in history not just for drinker but for what youtube could and should be. ALL ACTORS should be doing this and there should be channels striving to make a good platform where such a thing can occur! Cheers to you drinker!
Russel Crowe hates the press. There's interviews with him out there staring daggers at interviewers asking him dumbass questions about his personal issues instead of his projects or the craft.
Somewhere I read about a director doing casting, who felt so bad for all the really talented actors she had to turn away. She couldn't cast them all! There's a lot of talent out there.
I was thinking that. This was so much more relaxed and it allowed Russel to really shine and talk about the things that were important to him. Drinker got to approach it as a fan, who knew and appreciated his work and his talent. This made for one of the most enjoyable interviews I've watched and it reminded me why I'm a fan of both Russel and the Drinker.
Master and Commander is one of my favorite films. So brilliant and accurate as far as the authenticity of the nautical themes. The characters were well developed and the ending of the movie was so satisfying.
The movie just has a bad timing to be released at the same day with LoTR: Two Tower.. I guarantee if it released at any other time, it’ll be considered as box office classics
Yeah, jokes asside. It is a big deal. It is really nice that Russel Crowe bothered enough to come down to us. To real media where actual people live and breath these days. Instead of going to corporate overlord old television jibberish. I will definietely go see his new movie. Just beacause he bothered to show up and keep us entertained for a moment. That is nice. Thank you sir! Appreciate this. Hope others fully fledged stars will follow your lead. It is better to see and hear you without the corporate media filtering your words and counting your time to speak.
Don't mean to sound harsh, but it's not that he bothered to come down to us, he's still marketing his movie. This shows you how much Drinker has grown.
In one way, sure. And you can tell he appreciated and enjoyed the interview. But there are 1.64 million subscribers that take the word of the Drinker to at least give a movie a try. This is the big time!
Now I’m going to have a Russel Crowe marathon after this spectacular interview. I always felt this man was authentic. It’s the eyes, even in his films and acting you can tell this man has a soul but this interview seals the deal that he indeed does have humanity in him. This is an interview I’ll actually go back to time to time. Well Done Drinker and it speaks volumes that Russel can bring us a sober Drinker lol
Master and Commander is one of the best films ever made. Can watch it whenever it’s on, watch with your dad or friends, it’s just a classic. Perfect film, wish they’d made a trilogy at least.
As an Aussie and a huge fan of Russell I really appreciated this interview. Seeing him on Neighbors all those years ago to where he is now is amazing. There's very few actor's with Rusty's dedication to his craft. Looking forward to seeing his new movie. Great interview Drinker!
Great interview. A simple conversation between two people discussing a great actors career. Throwback to old school interviews. Just letting Russel speak his thoughts uninterrupted and no funny gimmicks.
The fact that you, Drinker, essentially open the convo in earnest by bringing up Master & Commander, is just about as big a testament to your content & authenticity as anything ever. Fuggin cheers! (One of the greatest films of the past decades. Peter Weir is visionary.)
I was fortunate enough to watch it in the theater that barely had anyone in it. Still manage to watch it at least once a year. There is a video on youtube by empire of the mind that breaks the film down masterfully. It is worth a watch.
@@Rob.653 Same here. Saw it in the theater and rewatch it every year. I just rewatched it, actually, with my father. I’m 48 and he’s 82. We both saw it in the theater together and both believe it is one of top five films ever made.
The fact you got to talk to Russell Crowe is amazing. I’m majorly jealous. Gladiator remains to this day one of the best viewing experiences I’ve ever had and to this day, it’s his best role for me.
@@SuicidalSummerSnowWoman In my personal opinion that role did not fit him. He is a great actor but that role just wasn't a good fit for him. It wasn't good or bad, it just felt off. This is my own personal opinion though, I am not a professional reviewer of movies/entertainment.
Absolutely! When Jimmy Carr went on Jordan Peterson only to show the world he's really intelligent man, he used his laptop microphone... And the interview is incredible. But the sound is utter garbage.
His line in “Gladiator” - “What we do in life, echoes in eternity” made a big impact on me. It influenced my decision to join the seminary (but not my decision to leave…) I was in Air Force technical training when Gladiator came out and I watched it 8 times in the theater.
@@mayorjimmy the thriving metropolis of Wichita Falls Texas. Do you by chance remember the creepy birds? The ones with the yellow eyes that were literally everywhere.
Master and Commander ..... Sparks a connection still today with 'Navy men's ..... When I was in Command and at sea and operations that was one movie that rings so true to those whom work on the sea. Drinker and Russell, bloody awesome 👍
Russell Crowe actually sounds like a really down to earth guy with a lot of interesting insights of his own unique opinions and experiences, and he’s so jolly! Good interview and happy birthday to this big man today.
Maybe its because of his mentioned working class background. I think some people just dont get drawn into Hollywoods bad sides because of their upcoming and other experiences in their past. It is very refreshing to see!
Absolutely delightful interview Drinker. It was wonderful to see an actor speak humbly and really care about his craft. You could tell he had genuine fondness for those roles because his eyes lit up. I’m not really into horror movies but I love the enthusiasm and dedication of the man that he did all of that research and preparation about the role. Fancy that, in current day. As a woman in her 30s, I can tell Russell exactly why we are enjoying older films like Master and Commander and Gladiator, it’s because there is very little masculinity on display in movies today and whoever survives the culture war cull gets emasculated like Chris Hemsworth. Funnily enough, a lot of women like watching men in movies. Who’d have thought it eh?
The Drinker and The Crowe. Not only does it sound like an awesome movie. It was a great interview. Hope to see more legends like this on your show ! Great job.
One of my favorite actors of all time, and I’m so glad that you asked about one of my favorite movies of all time, because I was also always disappointed that there wasn’t a sequel to Master and Commander. At the time that film inspired every facet of my life… amazing job getting this interview just one more reason why this channel is awesome.
Russell Crowe is just incredible. Gladiator is timeless and infinitely quotable regardless of historical authenticity. Master and Commander is a ridiculously underappreciated work of art as well. Wish we would have gotten sequels and more Capt Aubrey. And I can watch 3:10 to Yuma any day of the week. Above all I can't imagine any of these films without Crowe's portrayals of the lead roles. I'm an unapologetic fanboy for sure.
Master and Commander is one of my all time favorite films. The detail in it is just astounding. I still watch it once or twice every year. Fucking love it, really hope we do get a sequel on the same level.
Even the tactics they use to get close to the French Ship was a real tactic used by Thomas Cochrane in the same era. He used different flags to conceal his small ship enabling him to get close enough to take much larger ships by surprise.
As much as Russell and Guy's characters were at each other's throats in 'L.A. Confidential,' I never would've guessed they were mates from back in the day. Great performances by both.
Great actor and one of my all time favourites. Gladiator and Master and Commander are in my top films. This man deserves all the praise hes got over the years.
Master and Commander is my favorite film. Saw it in the theater with my dad when I was 17. Later, I took a leadership course, and the film was shown in class. I still watch it once a month
@Ghost It's a proper FILM. Not a movie you have as background noise to your insta scrolling. And the soundtrack is still used to test run big dollar home theaters, so don't waste it on a fking sound bar!
@@Ghost7065 I also recommend it, it's a very historic piece that really captures what life was actually like on the sea at the time. Pirates of the Carribean makes it look like the ships were cities on the ocean when in reality they were like prisons or war, you really had to trust the captain and the captain demanded your respect in turn. Several of the scenes in the film reinforce this point of just how rough the life was.
Damn I came across the movie again and seen the subpar scores for it so I didn't put it on my watchlist. Lo and behold it pops up here again, being praised by everyone... Need to watch it asap then!
Your questions were short and smart, you didn't interrupt when he was answering them and so Mr Crowe treated you as an equal. Top job CD. A pleasure to watch.
The slow conversation interview is a style of interview that has been sadly lost. Drinker and Crow talk like they have known each other for years while they both share some great reflections. Cheers man.
It was such a sweet and wholesome experience. Russle Crowe seems to be one of the people who won't diminish his image by casual exposure. He is a nice human being willing to share his experiences and be very through about it.
THANK YOU for letting this interesting guy speak to his heart’s content on the questions you gave him. Very good interview because you didn’t interrupt or try and make yourself the star. Very much an old school interview. Ask a question and let the man answer at length and allow him to discuss the topic to his satisfaction. I really enjoyed this.
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Drinker just casually dropping an interview with RUSSELL CROWE 😀😀😀
Well done, lad! 👏
He may in fact need to be sober for this one...
Nice one chap!
@@JHowardDesign Maybe neither of them will be sober and then it'll be REALLY good.
@@JHowardDesign Ok ok... Russel is great and all but let's not get too crazy about it. He is not The Pope after all...
@@maciejmazur9174 The pope is not great; he's a bloody socialist
Wow. Russell finally made it to the big league
Maybe when he gets older he'll be more well known.
I caught this indie movie he was in called The Gladiator. Pretty good performance if you ask me.
But now he has the chance to be in the presence of the Critical Doggo. Wow.
Damn. Great to see Crowe appearing with The Drinker but sad to see it's probably all downhill from here. Once you reach the pinnacle of your career here, is there any other direction to go?
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Damn, took the words right outta my mouth.
Russell should get together with Christian Bale, Henry Cavill, Daniel Day-Lewis, Bill Murray, Ed Norton and Wesley Snipes and form the LOSWADOS (League Of Stars Who Are Difficult On Set). Motto: "You Must Have Skin This Thick To Enjoy This Ride". To chair their annual meetings, they could dig up John Huston's mouldering corpse and prop him at the head of the table, with a stiff drink in his bony fingers and a lit cigar between his teeth.
Who'd have thought, a Hollywood celebrity that isn't a vapid narcissist and is actually an interesting, down to earth person to talk to. Well done on the interview.
@Preacher right, but Russell can
@@privatecitizen5968 I guess that's an extra big considering us Aussies think tipping is bloody ridiculous.
Russell is of course a notorious figure. Yet something about him I just can't get enough of.
Vapid narcissist! I love that! Great expression! ❤😅
Yeah now! Cus the dude is basically retired now… if guy was An A lister again he wouldn’t be here to be honest
The Nice Guys was criminally underrated and should have had several sequels. Crowe is a natural at comic acting.
True! I loved it.I also loved the late 70's setting, very well done
Man that is one of the funniest films ever made! I loved it
@@swisswildpicsswp3095 The production was great and really gave off a 70s vibe. I love movies set into the 60s and 70s. Also, the chemistry between Gosling and Crowe was perfect and the combative nature of their partnership really added to the comic element. The daughter was a great actress and didn't wear out her welcome as the precocious daughter. Every time I watch it I don't want it to end.
I was hoping the Drinker would mention it but no such luck.
I loved that one! Such an overall good movie!
That's true, that movie was really good
Imagine someone interviewing a legendary actor and actually being respectful enough to let him answer the questions in his own time. Well done, Drinker and Mr. Crowe, thanks for talking to Drinker and us, sir. Your excellent acting work speaks for itself.
Crowe was nothing short of ultra brilliant in "The Insider". The respect he paid to Jeffrey Wigand's huge sacrifices was legendary. I'll never forget it.
He's been terrific in many films. One of the few actors who is so good that I forget I'm watching a performance and believe he's his character.
That’s the sort of thing that drew me to the Drinker so quickly. Despite his hilarious persona, he is actually respectful to everyone who deserves it, and legitimately cares about what he does.
@@Novastar.SaberCombat Damn. thats one movie/performance of his that deserves more attention.
Absolutely masterfull film.
First film i ever saw him in was Romper Stomper . He terrified me .
22:00 Russell is a true pro. Drinker is trying to work out what to say next, and Russell clearly realises it and steps in keeps the interview flowing.
I noticed that too. He didn't let the pause get awkward and seamlessly continued to talk. True champ.
Haven’t heard drinker sound this nervous in, well, ever. Understandable.
@@johns.1854 Id be nervous as hell too, talking to Russel Crow. But id have to ask him about Romper Stomper.
Yes I saw that too. I literally said in real life good job Russell lol
@@Vargre hah cool movie... Found it same time as suburbia... And am hist x? Anyway, going from that to like la confidential, nuts.
This is why TH-camr's are the best celeb interviewers. No BS inflated fake press just a raw, relaxed honest interview. 1000 thumbs up TCD!
And the celebs definitely like it more than those fake as fuuuuuuu press tour interviews. The SLOG, as they call it
Some are shitty and bad but you mostly get the good ones, jacksepticeye I'd say is very good too
Sean Evans, the host of Hot Ones is also a good interviewer.
Don't get too confirmable, there are a lot of hack TH-cam users out there that will sell out in a instant.
And when he reviews the new film, which honestly looks terrible, he can either tell the truth and never get anymore interviews or shade the truth and become the fake BS you were complaining about.
From 1997 to 2009 nobody could touch him. That stretch of movies he did was simply incredible. The Insider, LA Confidential, Gladiator, Master and Commander, A Beautiful Mind, 3:10 to Yuma, Cinderella Man and American Gangster.
Damn, I forgot about Cinderella Man! Classic!
Even South Park, Russell Crowe's Fighting Around The World with Tugga 🤣
Russell Crowe is an OG
@@SiStockbridge tugga!
@@SiStockbridge "😢Oh, Doctor, tell me! Is Tugga gonna live? Tugga's me best friend in the whole world-"
"😧Your boat's gonna be ok. He just-"
"😡🤬OI, DON'T YOU INTERRUPT ME, YOU V--INA!! I was giving a heartfelt soliloquy about my feelings for Tugga!"
Holy shit. Dude, congrats on this one! I would pay at least $100 to watch a movie as good as Gladiator right now.
Cinderrella man (2005), I find it much much better than Gladiator.
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Gladiator is one of my favorite movies. Russell looked so yummy in that one.
Are you not entertained?
@@mistercoder1583 What does it look like? (Theaters burning down in the background)
Russell Crowe and The Critical Drinker was the multiverse crossover event I didn't know I needed, but damnit, I'm here for it!
They're going off to fight crime riding motorbikes in Scotland and New Zealand, with a shotgun in one hand and the Drinker's favorite whisky in the other
@@Grasslander Can we make that a thing? Because that totally needs to be a thing.
Commenting for the algorithm.
"The Critical Crowe".
Hear, hear!
You can see in his eyes the genuine happiness he feels when telling stories about movies he’s done.
His face just lights up when he gets into his memories of those movies, actually to the point where I'm involuntarily smiling myself. Drinker really did a great job with the interview by letting him talk and the choice of movies to get into was much appreciated.
Like thor
@@Chugargonfan Russel's jolly Greek accent was the best part of that movie, let's be real
@@samwallaceart288 I’ll allow this XD
Master & Commander was and is one of the most criminally underrated films in cinematic history.
@@musashidanmcgrath it’s not ENOUGH
@@musashidanmcgrath like he said; underrated.
That movie is amazing. It kinda ended in a way like a movie with a sequel would, but Im glad it didnt get one.
@@fittushattanaunfortunately they are trying hard to expand that universe.
Yes. It's a perfect film. Genuinely incredible. Acting, directing, production, soundtrack, fucking nailed it
I'm so glad Drinker asked him great questions about Master and Commander. Master and Commander is a masterpiece and it's easily Crowe's best and most underrated role imo. Killer interview Drinker! Way to go!
Master & Commander is so f*cking sick.
@@markvarley2962 What's the problem with Bettany?
Not sure who's underrating it. I think anyone who has seen it would rate it highly.
Now I have to see it.
Great movie. Though not based on real historical events, it feels pretty damn authentic to the period. Same with Gladiator. Not historically accurate, but historically authentic feeling.
Just wanna say a massive congratulations to Russell Crowe for finally getting to meet the Drinker!
This should be the pinned comment!
Man I had totally forgotten how humble Russell Crowe is. Definitely going to give his movie a watch.
He looks genuinely happy to be able to talk without any PR pressure. I'm sure that many popular actors would appreciate that.
have you seen how he remembered Henry Cavill from "Proof of Life"
yeeeeah... there's a well known massive difference between Russell Crowe when he knows the general public in watching, and Russell Crowe on a movie set....
don't get me wrong, he's a fantastic actor and a great interview, but there's way to many horror stories from former co-stars to ignore
@@petriew2018 Yeah, I remember the "phone" incident.
When he was going through his stuff while getting divorced and filming it, drinking and smoking a cigar he seemed like an absolute lad.
His performance in Master and Commander is stupendously good. Desperately wish we got a sequel. One of my absolute favourite films!
and has one of my favourite endings to a film
Yes agreed! One of my favourite movies of all time I love it.
Gladiator is my favorite movie
Easily among my favorites.
If you haven’t you should read the books, the writing is superb, it really transports you into the world. The closest comparison I can give is The Lord of the Rings.
The fact this happened. The fact this exists. I can't remember the last time I sat through a whole interview. As a man in his late 30's, Russel Crowe is huge! Great interview, nothing forced and Russel seems so down to earth and personable. This makes me happy.
Bro why do I see my ex’s name wherever I go. It’s been 6 months since we broke up & I never realized how many ppl have the name Jay until now. Dammit.
@@Marryjanesbud The Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon
@@Marryjanesbud lol I've been like this 3 years ago
@@xitaris5981 it’s a thing I swtg. She was literally the only person I had ever met with that name. NOW I SEE IT EVERYWHERE WHHYYYY
man in your late 30s...wtf. plenty of teens saw gladiator and loved it. your age is so irrelevant.
Mr. Crowe's willingness to do these TH-cam interviews has really enhanced my feelings of good will towards his movies.
He’s been at OzzyMan as well - probably the movie has a smaller budget, so he’s taking a different (marketing) approach
I do get the impression that he might have been told to not appear in frame with the drinker. So they could deny it was him the interview was with etc... Seemed a bit of a strange interview format.
I so agree!
He's figured out what a bunch of Hollywood types haven't. Going on E and having 100k people MAYBE see your interview or going on a popular TH-camr's channel and having 500k to one million people see your interview over the course of a week.
@@6581punk I think it's the Drinker's decision on framing/editing - which I think is reasonable, to give the "full screen" to his guest. It would be cool to see the Drinker and see his reactions, but I get the idea. OzzyMan edited his interview differently, but he didn't have a split screen as well if I recall correctly, so it may be due to technical aspects: like the software used for the stream, as it probably wasn't your typical Zoom.
Brother: How the hell did you manage to pull this off?! Mad respect. Proper legend Russell is and now you are.
This just shows that Russel acknowledges TH-camrs and is not an arrogant prick like so many other people in Hollywood business.
i mean he looks like Russel does podcast. He has professional gear
@@markvarley2962 People with webcams that have a larger reach than the majority of mainstream media outlets. Russell is smart. Hollywood better smarten up.
He's obviously doing a bunch of online influencer interviews to hype up his new film, Ozzy Man interviewed him in the same setting.
He's promoting a new movie and will get a ton more viewers on TCD than on any of the television programs where actors normally do these kinds of interviews. It was almost certainly a publicist who decided to do this. Mr. Crowe didn't even know TCD was Scottish LOL
Russell Crowe's creds just grew a gazillion percent in my book. A down-to-earth, sane, laid back professional to talk to about movies and life. SO refreshing. Thanks Drinker for the interview! It was awesome.
By far one of the most historic moments in Drinker's story arc, glad to see Russel on the channel
His drinking arc is definitely shining now
Regardless of whatever transpired in his life, it hurts me to see Russell Crowe like that.
I just hate how time steals everything from us and just shaves away at us.
Our health, our looks, our glory. Just pisses me off to no end.
If I could blow up the entire planet I would. If Humans cannot beat time, god will know our wrath and know better in his next creation.
@@FreedomAndPeaceOnly Sir this is a Wendy's
I love interviews done by non press, you can see actors just open up more and be real. Wish you had more time with Russel, Drinker. Feel like he still wanted to talk to you
I think actors enjoy talking about their past projects, nuances, thoughts at their time, etc. I bet a lot of them rather be humanized than being asked the same stupid questions, Trump amirite, carbon footprint, etc
I think they know they're going to get more time and common sense if it isn't a standard 5 minute TV interview.
yep, this and The Ozzieman interview were great!
Give Russel Crowe props for doing this. Actors should do interviews like this more often. I'm much more inclined to see this now than if this was some 3 minute fluff commercial interview where they try to sneak a personal drug or divorce question in for clicks. 👍
I think it's done on purpose. If they tried to do the normal hollywood kind of press campaign with this movie it would flop hard, instead they are going a different way. Personal interviews with people that actually carry a modicum of respect in the industry, no woke crap, no accusing the audience of being racist if they don't watch the movie...just a good heart to heart chat.
It's a sad sign of the world we live in when we consider two blokes having a nerd out over movies as a groundbreaking form of marketing.
Same actually makes me want to go and see the movie.
Completely agree. It's why Rogan got so popular, as he had big stars doing long-form conversations.
I don’t know HOW He got Russel Crowe to do this, wow
Hey, I am a 78 years old girl and just love Master & Commander! I have been watching the film at least 3-4 times a year ever since it came out. It is a monument to perfection.
I can't tell you how heartfelt and sincere I am when I say I'm glad to have had a positive acquaintance with all of you💐💗
I'm on the same boat there... at least 3-4 times a year I just have to watch Master & Commander
Extraordinary experience that is completely under-appreciated
Way to go girl !
The fact that you can have a 26 minute interview with Russell Crowe and not bring up gladiator just shows how much of a career this man has had.
Truly insane, considering how gladiator is his best performance imo
@@rockstarjth I will see you again. but not yet. not yet....
I feel like Crowe would have talked so much about Gladiator his whole life he's probably sick of it by now lol It's like when a band feels obligated to play a hit song against their will, 200 times in a row on tour.
the image of him involved in a pinch-up scene with Jason Donovan and Kylie Minogue is quite funny
Gladiator is massively overrated
Gladiator is my all-time favorite movie, Crowe is one of my all-time favorite actors and the Drinker is one of my all-time favorite TH-camrs. This is freaking fantastic!
mine was L.A confidential
Gladiator is top ten all time!
Right there with you on all 3 fronts man!!!
@@maxdam4059 LA Confidential is so good! Cinderella Man, Master and Commander, A Beautiful Mind, The Insider, 3:10 to Yuma, American Gangster - he's been in so many great movies.
My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions and loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son. Husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next.
Master and commander is one of, what I consider to be, a perfect movie. Everything is absolutely perfect, from the pacing, to the action, the historical accuracy, the character conflict. It brings me so much joy to just know that that film exists.
That focus on the daily lives of the crew is what makes Master and Commander feel so grounded, which makes the action set pieces hit that much harder. What a tremendous film.
I really liked that the movie emphasized the historically accurate social separation between the officers and regular crew. I can't see a modern Hollywood movie doing that.
I found Romper Stomper more compelling.
One of my top two movies of all time!! I've been through all the Patrick O'Brian books and I can't see anyone else other than Russell Crowe as Lucky Jack.
@@stephenthomas1492 But such a shame they couldn`t do a better job of the Doctor .I find him an extremely interesting and deep character .
I love the film but they were only able to scratch the surface of the books.
One of my favorite films! There are certain movies that if I am scrolling through the movie channels, I will just watch them...Master and Commander is one of these...Saving Private Ryan is another, as is One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.
I wasn't planning on seeing The Pope's Exorcist to be honest. But they way Russel Crowe explained the backstory and the character, I'm very intrigued now.
Padre Amorth is an absolute legend i'm very curious about how they portayed him.
I guess the marketing campaign works
Masterclass in interviewing. Know your subject, ask interesting questions and let them talk. Bravo
It's a good interview, but people really overuse "masterclass" lmao
@@joelglanton6531 agreed. But it was refreshing to see an interviewer actually ask questions and listen
@@joelglanton6531 👍🏻 The word "masterclass" is a masterclass in pretentiousness.
@@runswithphantoms you ought to know
@@donjohnson7481 you dont know me biznatch
You seemed expectedly nervous at first Drinker. I like how Russell put you at ease. And you became more relaxed with the interview. Great job C.D and Russell.
The Drinker is human as well. That's what makes him so likeable
Man, if I was interviewing Maximus I'd be nervous too, dude's my hero.
It's fricken Russel Crowe lol. Critical Drinker doesn't want to end up featured on the next episode of 'foightn round the world.'
Who wouldn't be?! It's Russel freaking Crowe lol how did drinker even manage to get this guy on?
@@cdurkinz "oh look-there goes Russel Crowe" my favorite South Park ever
Glad to see you giving unknown actors more exposure, good for the industry!
Amazing!
The Drinker really will interview Brie Larson, never thought about that.
@@stephanthomas4410 Nah Ryan Kinel has dibs on her lol
@@Yogurt_Fingers That would be actually hilarious, imagine all meltdowns on social media.
Master and Commander was such a criminally underappreciated film. To this day, I think it's the most well-made movie of its kind. It also got me to read the source material, which is vast and epic.
Edit: respect to Russell for coming on the channel!
I would definitely rate it highly in the historical fiction genre. Probably the best Georgian naval/exploration movie.
The one mistake it really made was coming out the same year as Return of the King.
They will be watching it in 50 years
And the sound effect were SO good, recently rewatched it in my new movie room & damn, so good.
Well I saw it, and thought it was ok. I'm not going to change my opinion because the actor who starred in it said differently ... just because that actor turns up on a niche youtube channel.
Everyone involved in the production of Master and Commander should be extremely proud, they did a hell of a job bringing to life Patrick OBrien's superbly written books and the most legendary of literary friendships. That of Jack and Stephen. Anyone who has yet to read the series.. do yourself a favour and read them, I am so jealous that you have the opportunity to do this as whilst I re read then every few years, it's never like the first time
Absolutely! I worked my way through the entire 20 books 0ver about a year and have since read them again a couple of times. Peter Weir did an amazingly faithful adaptation and it was also perfectly cast with Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany at the absolute top of their game. Amazingly, I believe that Patrick O’brian started writing the series in his mid 70’s and wrapped it up in his 90’s then died not long after. M&C as well as the Hornblower series are at the top of my reading list.😊
I read 14 of the books in the series, constantly referring to A Sea of Words for clarification.
And then I was in San Diego and and was able to explore the HMS Rose replica.
And, of course, I love the movie Master and Commander.
Agreed. I read them again every few years. The gift that keeps on giving.
100% agree, I had read all the books before the movie came out. Absolutely superb books, really transported you into that world. Each book was like catching up with old friends and seeing what’s next. 10/10.
@@aldunlop4622 Bonden😢
Please talk about Master and Commander, Russel Crowe is great in everything!
Love that movie. I wish there were more movies like that.
It's per-reocorded, the questions have already been asked.
I watched it for the first time a few weeks ago. Brilliant movie. Wouldn't get made today.
Such an underrated movie. The opening battle is incredible.
@@JadeRunner Not enough 'diversity'. Shudder to think a remake would look like.
What an intelligent, well spoken guy. Great voice too.
Crowe's no slouch either 😁
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Phenomenal interview. I normally feel like most actors are still acting in their interviews, but Russell really opened up here. A credit to him and yourself Drinker.
like any Tom Cruise interview ever lol
@@Kakashi-gu3mi We Aussies can't get snobby Lol
@@RP....... Except in cricket.
It’s cute hearing the drinker nervous and softspoken. Cheers mate! Great interview!
I…I just…wow. Master and Commander, LA Confidential, Gladiator, The Nice Guys…so many monumental achievements in Mr. Crowe’s career. And, now, he has climbed even higher by being on the same stream as the Drinker. Kudos, sir.
...and Kal-el's father❤❤❤❤
Add "A Beautiful Mind".
You forgot his best film: 3:10 to Yuma. Criminally underrated movie.
Don't forget American gangster.. he went toe to toe with Denzel Washington, great movie
@@danielmurphy4411 Hard to say that's his best, but for a remake it's one of the few good ones. Highly recommend the original with Van Heflin and Glenn Ford.
This interview is a million times better than the usual press interviews for new films. Good work.
So true. I just can't listen to those.
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Whilst I think Mayo is an accomplished interviewer this one blows him out of the water. Russell is so relaxed and Drinker asks all the right questions. Excellent but too short.
Aye, this could have easily gone an hour if there'd been time to follow some of the rabbit holes. Especially the character studies
100% agree. The difference between Access Media interviewers and Drinker is that Drinker is a film buff and Access Media dolts aren’t.
They ask dumb questions like “who are you wearing” and questions about their personal lives.
@@toothgrinder2760 They fanboy about the fame aspect, not the content or the work. And, to be fair, that really is what they are fans of....the fame, and money, and power. Not really the art.
Never seen a celebrity so relaxed and open in a press junket, great job!
Drinker isn’t press though and he really doesn’t give you this weird „official interview“ feeling, just a chat over a whiskey or five
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Drinker did a damn good job regardless. Happy he managed to contant the man himself.
@@liamphibia absolutely!!
Russell looks like a white Guillermo Del Toro here.
@@jezebulls Is Guillermo supposed to be black or something?
One of my absolute favorite actors. Can't believe you got to speak to him and pick his brain Drinker.
Man Russell Crow dude, if there were 5 actors that i wished found the fountain of youth, he would definitely be in it. Thank you, Drinker, for making this happen.
Russel Crowe needs to talk to Tom Cruise because I think he already found it lol
@@dragonuv65 he must have already shared it with Keanu, Brad Pitt, and Jennifer Aniston.
@@Peglegkickboxer right what's up with that.
Wow, are you kidding me? This is awesome, Drinker!
Yeah I thought this was gonna be talking about him or something but SHEEEEEEEEEESH
He actually seemed like he wanted to be there and talk with you. Unlike a lot of celebrity interviews I have seen.
Proud of him.
When I was 9 I watched gladiator for the first time. 310 to Yuma is my favorite western. Crowe is my favorite actor. I can't believe he did this but I'm so happy he did
It’s about time Russel Crowe got that big push for his career
No way this is real. I love that man so much! One of the best actor of all time.
Edit: I wrote this before the premiere.
It's actually an AI imitating Russell Crowe. That's why he has a shotgun in one hand and The Drinker's Whisky in the other
This will get more views than some BS late night show. You crushed it man! Twenty six full minutes with Russell Crowe. You’re on fire now!
I loved that you even managed to have a moment of silence in between now and then, not having the feeling that you need to rush or show that you can squeeze in as much information and topics as possible. Calm and humble from both sides. Loved it. Greetings from Germany
Master and Commander was the last movie I watched with my Dad before he passed from cancer. I absolutely loved it when I saw it in theater, and now it holds a very special and emotional reminder of a bittersweet memory of my Pops. Great interview Drinker, cheers!
Vader Has Asthma it's the only theater movie i've ever seen with my dad and he's pretty old now. I am sure I'll join you in the movie holding a special place for me as well. cheers to you as well!
I have seen Master and Commander more than a dozen times and I never get tired of it. It's a great timeless masterpiece of film cinema. Wish we got a sequel.
I actually never saw it. That will be remedied tonight.
From what I read and hear they are actually working on a sequal
Hear hear. Saw it free on TH-cam during the month it was available and must have seen it at least a dozen times, all 3.5+ hours of the film.
Masterpiece is an understatement.
@@TheRayfield77 how did you like it
@@BigBrotherMateyka and even better in a theater..
This Crowe guy is going places. Will watch his career closely
You are a Legend! Thanks for bringing up Master and Commander, my Father's favorite movie (He read the entire series at least 3x). We watched it together days before he passed! Cheers, Mate!
One of my all time favorite films!
I share yours and your fathers love for the movie and book series...❤
Wow. My favourite TH-camr interviewing one of my favourite actors.
The Popes Exorcist is one of the few films in recent years I've seen advertised and thought "Nice! I'm definitely going to watch that!". You can't beat a horror film with a priest Vs evil.
If Drinker had managed to persuade Russell to say his own iconic Go Away Now finishing line, I would've died :)
That would be a great Tm to end interviews with.
It's a line taken from a 'Condescending Review' radio sketch.
Yes, that would have been hysterical. What is funny about that line is the drinker happily invited us into his world.
Imagine if he said it to Russell at the end of the interview.
@@iamthestormthatisapproachi5349 The interview is over, go away now.
Master and Commander is a cinematic masterpiece. Thank you Russel Crowe for your part in bringing that work of astounding art to the screen.
^This film is a wonderful cinematic experience, thank you Mr Crowe for your brilliance.
The series of books by Patrick O’Brien on which this movie was based are intensely worth reading.
I am still bummed I never even knew it was in cinemas. Only a few years later did I even hear about the movie and loved it. It would've been great on the big screen.
Let's not forget where the legend began: th-cam.com/video/j0nPhkxq2FI/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=janedreams3
Naval historians praised the film for its accuracy too. Loved that film.
I saw Master and Commander when I was about 21 and found it to be a phenomenal film. Pirates of the Caribbean was great, but I wanted to see more of Master and Commander. It's not too late for a sequel.
Try the incomplete Hornblower series, it's along the same vein.
There's only two things I needed to know about Pirates of the Caribbean: 1. It's Disney and 2. It's Jerry Bruckheimer. The first means the audience is young and the second means it will be historically completely inaccurate and probably have a British villain. I've seen the first once at xmas many years ago. Might have even started to watch the 2nd one, I remember thinking it wasn't as good.
Ok, but the sequel will show how a stunning and brave lesbian of color founded the Royal Navy in a brave critique of colonialism
The books they're based on go on until the main characters are in middle age so it could be done. There are some books in the series that focus more on Steven Maturin being a spy which might have made a good movie within a trilogy.
If any of you like reading, try the original novels that the movie was based on. Patrick O'Brian is the author. There are 20 in total. All of them with a nice blend of storytelling and military detail that is particular to the Napoleonic wars. The movie was based loosely on the 10th novel 'Far Side of the World'. If you like Bernard Cornwall's Sharpe books or C.S.Forester's Hornblower books, you'll like these .
Master and Commander stands as one of the best Naval action/adventure films ever made. The script is brilliant, the actors are perfectly cast and deliver brilliantly, the direction as good as it gets, editing and action sequences done to perfection. I own the disc and rewatch it regularly. Same with Cinderella Man. If my wife and I are able to sit down together and watch a film and still be talking about it days later then it has to meet a very high bar. Loved it.
You know what's crazy is that I've never seen either one of those. With the weekend coming up, I'm going to fix that. Time for popcorn!
Yea wonder sometimes why we don’t have more movies like Master & Commander. Such a great movie for all the reasons you mentioned, and I think today’s effects would be well put to use bringing that time period to life.
He was a perfect Jack Aubrey. So charismatic, friendly yet strict when the situation calls for it. As a fan of the books I loved his take on it.
Amen to that!
Why can't Hollywood still make movies like this?
The fact he can still drop a Jimmy Braddock accent 18 years later (almost flawlessly) is a testament to his greatness as an actor.
I've been following his career for a long time and it's always encouraging to see an up-and-coming talent make it into the big league. Well done Russel Crowe! The industry needs more success stories like yours.
As a sailor i must say that Master and Commander is one of best nautical movies I've ever seen after Das Boot.
Still, no sailing movie is quite as realistic as the ‘90s classic “Captain Ron.”
@@the_absurd_hero Well nothing beats Kurt Russel with long hair that is true.
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It’s actually a really good movie
Totally agree with this.
This is literally a defining moment in history not just for drinker but for what youtube could and should be. ALL ACTORS should be doing this and there should be channels striving to make a good platform where such a thing can occur! Cheers to you drinker!
Russel Crowe hates the press. There's interviews with him out there staring daggers at interviewers asking him dumbass questions about his personal issues instead of his projects or the craft.
Somewhere I read about a director doing casting, who felt so bad for all the really talented actors she had to turn away. She couldn't cast them all!
There's a lot of talent out there.
Hopefully drinker gets more high-profile celebrity interviews like this. Would have loved to see this interview go a few hours instead of 25 minutes.
Plenty of actors out there that would rather have a casual chat without the ass-kissing and agenda.
I was thinking that. This was so much more relaxed and it allowed Russel to really shine and talk about the things that were important to him. Drinker got to approach it as a fan, who knew and appreciated his work and his talent. This made for one of the most enjoyable interviews I've watched and it reminded me why I'm a fan of both Russel and the Drinker.
Master and Commander is one of my favorite films. So brilliant and accurate as far as the authenticity of the nautical themes. The characters were well developed and the ending of the movie was so satisfying.
Crowe is so good, I really hope his career takes off after this interview.
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Master and Commander is in my top 5 all time favorite films. The love and care that went into this masterpiece is obvious.
Same. Total masterpiece
Favorite film of all time for me!
Abselutely. Made me pick up the entire Aubrey-Maturin series by Patrick O'Brian. Great adaptation
Didn’t really enjoy or understand it when I watched it when I was a kid, but now I’m convinced I should give it another go.
The movie just has a bad timing to be released at the same day with LoTR: Two Tower..
I guarantee if it released at any other time, it’ll be considered as box office classics
Yeah, jokes asside. It is a big deal. It is really nice that Russel Crowe bothered enough to come down to us. To real media where actual people live and breath these days. Instead of going to corporate overlord old television jibberish. I will definietely go see his new movie. Just beacause he bothered to show up and keep us entertained for a moment. That is nice. Thank you sir! Appreciate this. Hope others fully fledged stars will follow your lead. It is better to see and hear you without the corporate media filtering your words and counting your time to speak.
Yes, it was really nice of him. He took his time for this, what a great guy.
Don't mean to sound harsh, but it's not that he bothered to come down to us, he's still marketing his movie. This shows you how much Drinker has grown.
I think Russell Crowe and Mark Wahlberg are as close to one of us as you're gonna find in Hollywood.
@@theathlete771 thank you..
In one way, sure. And you can tell he appreciated and enjoyed the interview. But there are 1.64 million subscribers that take the word of the Drinker to at least give a movie a try. This is the big time!
I would absolutely LOVE to see more interviews like this. This was great.
Now I’m going to have a Russel Crowe marathon after this spectacular interview. I always felt this man was authentic. It’s the eyes, even in his films and acting you can tell this man has a soul but this interview seals the deal that he indeed does have humanity in him. This is an interview I’ll actually go back to time to time. Well Done Drinker and it speaks volumes that Russel can bring us a sober Drinker lol
The question is, what would be chosen for your list to watch?
it's not often you watch a celebrity interview and like that person as much as the roles they play in films.. what an absolute legend
Master and Commander is one of the best films ever made. Can watch it whenever it’s on, watch with your dad or friends, it’s just a classic. Perfect film, wish they’d made a trilogy at least.
I was born 11 days after Master and Commander was released in theaters
The Aubrey-Maturin novels really need a whole HBO series treatment. There are too many wonderful stories to cover in a few films.
@@jamesmccormick4391 ...and that's why your family calls you "Master and Commander James McCormick."
I think the original plan was to do a trilogy, but the first one wasn't as big of a success as they had hoped.
No it isnt. Dont drink the cool aid
Bud White (LA Confidential) will always be Crowe's most impactful and memorable role, for me personally.
His Foightin' 'Round the World documentary was pretty good too.
As an Aussie and a huge fan of Russell I really appreciated this interview. Seeing him on Neighbors all those years ago to where he is now is amazing. There's very few actor's with Rusty's dedication to his craft. Looking forward to seeing his new movie. Great interview Drinker!
I put my hamster in a sock and slammed it against the furniture
The Pope's Exorcist i am looking forward to this movie! Crowe is a good actor!
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What a compassionate man Russell is. Warmth, depth and connection. Wonderful interview.
Great interview. A simple conversation between two people discussing a great actors career. Throwback to old school interviews. Just letting Russel speak his thoughts uninterrupted and no funny gimmicks.
The fact that you, Drinker, essentially open the convo in earnest by bringing up Master & Commander, is just about as big a testament to your content & authenticity as anything ever. Fuggin cheers! (One of the greatest films of the past decades. Peter Weir is visionary.)
I'm 38 and consider Master & Commander epic and perfectly done. One of my absolute favorites.
I was fortunate enough to watch it in the theater that barely had anyone in it. Still manage to watch it at least once a year. There is a video on youtube by empire of the mind that breaks the film down masterfully. It is worth a watch.
@@Rob.653 Same here. Saw it in the theater and rewatch it every year. I just rewatched it, actually, with my father. I’m 48 and he’s 82. We both saw it in the theater together and both believe it is one of top five films ever made.
The fact you got to talk to Russell Crowe is amazing. I’m majorly jealous. Gladiator remains to this day one of the best viewing experiences I’ve ever had and to this day, it’s his best role for me.
That sentence is every actor's worst nightmare.. Means their best work is already behind them and they've peaked decades ago.. I agree though :)
he had a small role as jor el but i loved him in thay role
@@SuicidalSummerSnowWoman In my personal opinion that role did not fit him. He is a great actor but that role just wasn't a good fit for him. It wasn't good or bad, it just felt off. This is my own personal opinion though, I am not a professional reviewer of movies/entertainment.
to this day
My mouth just dropped upon seeing the thumbnail! Russell Crowe is LEGEND!!! A Triumph for the Drinker! 👍🙏👏
It's not just 30 year olds that love Master And Commander, I'm nearly 49 and LOVE that film!
Thank you to whoever Mr. Crowe used as a producer, or himself, for having an outstanding mic setup.
Absolutely! When Jimmy Carr went on Jordan Peterson only to show the world he's really intelligent man, he used his laptop microphone... And the interview is incredible. But the sound is utter garbage.
I could hear him breathing
He's a musician, probably gets it.
Justice for Chris Gore! He connected them and he had been promised the same carrot Drinker had, and given the stick instead.
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Drinker, you Magnificent Bastard !!! Congratulations on scoring this interview with Russell Crowe. I will definitely tune in to watch this one !!!
His line in “Gladiator” - “What we do in life, echoes in eternity” made a big impact on me.
It influenced my decision to join the seminary (but not my decision to leave…)
I was in Air Force technical training when Gladiator came out and I watched it 8 times in the theater.
Well okay then.
"Marcus Aurelius had a dream that was Rome, Proximo, and this is not it!"
you must have been at Sheppard. nothing else to do there but go to the movies back then.
@@mayorjimmy the thriving metropolis of Wichita Falls Texas. Do you by chance remember the creepy birds? The ones with the yellow eyes that were literally everywhere.
AGE was my AFSC I enjoyed my time at Sheppard but I feel like that whole area deserves to be in a comedy horror film some day.
Master and Commander ..... Sparks a connection still today with 'Navy men's ..... When I was in Command and at sea and operations that was one movie that rings so true to those whom work on the sea.
Drinker and Russell, bloody awesome 👍
Russell Crowe actually sounds like a really down to earth guy with a lot of interesting insights of his own unique opinions and experiences, and he’s so jolly! Good interview and happy birthday to this big man today.
He’s a woke douche
Maybe its because of his mentioned working class background. I think some people just dont get drawn into Hollywoods bad sides because of their upcoming and other experiences in their past. It is very refreshing to see!
Being Aussie helps
Indeed Aussies are incredibly positive, I’m guessing due to the surplus of sunshine.
Typical Aussie mate.
Absolutely delightful interview Drinker. It was wonderful to see an actor speak humbly and really care about his craft. You could tell he had genuine fondness for those roles because his eyes lit up. I’m not really into horror movies but I love the enthusiasm and dedication of the man that he did all of that research and preparation about the role. Fancy that, in current day.
As a woman in her 30s, I can tell Russell exactly why we are enjoying older films like Master and Commander and Gladiator, it’s because there is very little masculinity on display in movies today and whoever survives the culture war cull gets emasculated like Chris Hemsworth. Funnily enough, a lot of women like watching men in movies. Who’d have thought it eh?
The Drinker and The Crowe. Not only does it sound like an awesome movie. It was a great interview. Hope to see more legends like this on your show ! Great job.
"The Crowe"
It sounds like one of Aesop's Fables
The drinky crow show was a show-comic
One of my favorite actors of all time, and I’m so glad that you asked about one of my favorite movies of all time, because I was also always disappointed that there wasn’t a sequel to Master and Commander. At the time that film inspired every facet of my life… amazing job getting this interview just one more reason why this channel is awesome.
Russell Crowe is just incredible. Gladiator is timeless and infinitely quotable regardless of historical authenticity. Master and Commander is a ridiculously underappreciated work of art as well. Wish we would have gotten sequels and more Capt Aubrey. And I can watch 3:10 to Yuma any day of the week. Above all I can't imagine any of these films without Crowe's portrayals of the lead roles. I'm an unapologetic fanboy for sure.
Are you not entertained?
Drinker isn't the best because he interviews quickly; he's the best because he gave us something we've never seen before.
What about A Beautiful Mind? Russell Crowe shines in that movie.
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Master and Commander is one of my all time favorite films. The detail in it is just astounding. I still watch it once or twice every year. Fucking love it, really hope we do get a sequel on the same level.
Even the tactics they use to get close to the French Ship was a real tactic used by Thomas Cochrane in the same era. He used different flags to conceal his small ship enabling him to get close enough to take much larger ships by surprise.
As much as Russell and Guy's characters were at each other's throats in 'L.A. Confidential,' I never would've guessed they were mates from back in the day. Great performances by both.
Great actor and one of my all time favourites. Gladiator and Master and Commander are in my top films. This man deserves all the praise hes got over the years.
Master and Commander is my favorite film. Saw it in the theater with my dad when I was 17. Later, I took a leadership course, and the film was shown in class.
I still watch it once a month
I've never seen it, but you make me want to.
@Ghost
It's a proper FILM. Not a movie you have as background noise to your insta scrolling. And the soundtrack is still used to test run big dollar home theaters, so don't waste it on a fking sound bar!
@handroids1981 Then I am going to enjoy watching it. Thanks, man!!
There is absolutely something so mesmerising about this film.
@@Ghost7065 I also recommend it, it's a very historic piece that really captures what life was actually like on the sea at the time. Pirates of the Carribean makes it look like the ships were cities on the ocean when in reality they were like prisons or war, you really had to trust the captain and the captain demanded your respect in turn. Several of the scenes in the film reinforce this point of just how rough the life was.
The fact that Russel Crowe is on Drinkers show tells me that he is every bit the man I hoped he was.
Agreed.
I love the enthusiasm he has talking about master and commander. One of the best movies I've ever seen.
Peter Weir is a great director.
Damn I came across the movie again and seen the subpar scores for it so I didn't put it on my watchlist.
Lo and behold it pops up here again, being praised by everyone... Need to watch it asap then!
Your questions were short and smart, you didn't interrupt when he was answering them and so Mr Crowe treated you as an equal. Top job CD. A pleasure to watch.
The slow conversation interview is a style of interview that has been sadly lost. Drinker and Crow talk like they have known each other for years while they both share some great reflections. Cheers man.
It was such a sweet and wholesome experience. Russle Crowe seems to be one of the people who won't diminish his image by casual exposure. He is a nice human being willing to share his experiences and be very through about it.
He's insufferable.
Yeah, he’s nice except for that one time he beat a hotel employee with a phone
Proud of you, Drinker. This interview is a testament to your work ethic and dedication to what you do. Keep aiming high my friend.
THANK YOU for letting this interesting guy speak to his heart’s content on the questions you gave him. Very good interview because you didn’t interrupt or try and make yourself the star. Very much an old school interview. Ask a question and let the man answer at length and allow him to discuss the topic to his satisfaction. I really enjoyed this.