Henry Cavill Breaks Down The Blaviken Fight Scene Shot By Shot | The Witcher | Netflix

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  • @tysanrealm
    @tysanrealm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11769

    I would totally watch a "Henry Cavill explains everything" series.

    • @JRTKesha
      @JRTKesha 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      You see, when you run for president, you have to do the groundwork yourself, so people take you seriously...

    • @PcConsoleGamer
      @PcConsoleGamer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      count me in :)

    • @velvetgrimm
      @velvetgrimm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      I would totally watch Henry Cavill read the freakin' phone book...just sayin' 😁

    • @FiveJungYetNoSmite
      @FiveJungYetNoSmite 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Henry Cavill explains advanced Quantum mechanics

    • @pdegan2814
      @pdegan2814 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Between Henry and Lauren Hissrich the showrunner, I would LOVE to have commentary tracks for the episodes like you get on a lot of disc releases.

  • @SPACEHARICE
    @SPACEHARICE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26544

    Fun fact Henry wanted these scenes to be as realistic as possible
    So he actually killed them all

    • @saucytwang
      @saucytwang 4 ปีที่แล้ว +441

      This deserves all the likes...

    • @blevr9
      @blevr9 4 ปีที่แล้ว +76

      😂😂😂

    • @ZombryaTheDark
      @ZombryaTheDark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Lmfao good one

    • @scottyboy4485
      @scottyboy4485 4 ปีที่แล้ว +486

      AHarice And as such a method actor, production had to plan extra time because while playing Geralt, he would never turn down any side quests.

    • @sammyaj5264
      @sammyaj5264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Omg I'm actually laughing 😂😂😂

  • @xharoldscat
    @xharoldscat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8728

    a literal nerd trapped in the body of a greek God, I stan

    • @HonoredBibliophile
      @HonoredBibliophile 4 ปีที่แล้ว +246

      lady galadriel As a nerd, I take offense to that.

    • @alliewassogood9382
      @alliewassogood9382 4 ปีที่แล้ว +341

      He’s totally a nerd and it’s literally nothing wrong with that. Everyone knows that geeks, nerds and dorks are superior 😂

    • @jesterday2222
      @jesterday2222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      @lady galadriel Why? What's wrong with nerds? I would say Henry is more geeky though instead of nerdy, and that's fine, in fact it's one of this nice qualities, as is his passion.

    • @jesterday2222
      @jesterday2222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      @lady galadriel Or we all have a different definition of nerds? What you described doesn't sound like a nerd to me at all, those sound like weebs ^^

    • @namelessbard2124
      @namelessbard2124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      @lady galadriel you seriously need to expand your world then, instead of cowering away in your own bubble and judging (hilariously wrong, i might add) people by using definitions you invented yourself inside said bubble without trying to check whether you got the right definition or not

  • @Jemini4228
    @Jemini4228 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9799

    "I tend to get a little excited about these things!"
    Don't worry, Henry, you're among friends here!

    • @whowasibeing
      @whowasibeing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      "Sorry I like the thing they wanted me to explain."
      Got a genuine laugh out of me.

    • @lettucelad
      @lettucelad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      This is so wholesome. We're here for you Henry, no worries!

    • @pooroldman5089
      @pooroldman5089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Couldn't help but cringe at this comment

    • @lillyko5611
      @lillyko5611 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      The fact that he is a gamer, loved game, read the books and his a fan himself is a blessing to this project. He is so focused on making it good and doing Geralt justice and it shows. 💖💖

    • @aggravateddamage
      @aggravateddamage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Knowing how much of a nerd Cavill is about the whole thing (the show and all the production value that goes into it) makes me happy.

  • @AkairuNoAme
    @AkairuNoAme 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8317

    "I tend to get a little excited about these things"
    - and that is precisely why he's so good at these things ^^

    • @mildads1581
      @mildads1581 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      AkairuFuyuNoAme whoever likes the above comment and not this one is gay!

    • @AkairuNoAme
      @AkairuNoAme 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@mildads1581 Gays be welcome!

    • @mildads1581
      @mildads1581 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AkairuFuyuNoAme damn man you broke my heart

    • @AkairuNoAme
      @AkairuNoAme 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mildads1581 *woman, but sorry anyway. Have a hug :)

    • @mildads1581
      @mildads1581 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      AkairuFuyuNoAme kinda shocked you welcome gays but fk it, your hug is accepted

  • @mainemceachern1521
    @mainemceachern1521 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1636

    Obviously Henry is ridiculously good-looking. But more impressive is his dedication to his craft, his perfectionism that has resulted in his awesome incarnation of Geralt. This series has the hallmarks of a truly great fantasy series - compelling storylines, a distinctive, unearthly ambience, and yet a believability that can lull one into thinking these people and places could actually exist.

    • @Jamplays592
      @Jamplays592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      The og Arthur literally stated that he liked this verson of Geralt more then the games.

    • @steadychaosproductions3376
      @steadychaosproductions3376 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      now the show just has to clean up the weird linearity and story issues.

    • @enzocrespin5806
      @enzocrespin5806 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The storylines are much worse than in the books though. The showrunners streamlined them quite a bit, made characters and their arcs less interesting, removed some of the morality nuances, altered plot points in a way that made little sense... Otherwise it could have been pretty great indeed. Cavill is top-notch in the role as you said.

    • @anykso
      @anykso 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Come on bro the show skipped like every story mark

    • @nepntzerZer
      @nepntzerZer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the scope of the series is outstanding, but there are a few little flaws that hopefully get ironed out next season. Henry Cavill is inspired casting.

  • @gunslinger7513
    @gunslinger7513 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9151

    With each video, I understand how good it is that they took him on the role of Geralt.

    • @Antonin1738
      @Antonin1738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      they didn't take him in , he wanted to play as Geralt

    • @Ska83gbr
      @Ska83gbr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +139

      His passion is clear, and it shows in his dedication and portrayal of the character.

    • @EricEstesEleutherian
      @EricEstesEleutherian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +182

      @@dutchriot he actually hadnt read the books until after asking about the role. He was a huge fan of the games and in true nerd fashion, immediately read and fell in love with the books after learning of them.
      I immediately knew he was perfect for the role. Like Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool, some characters have a perfect actor for them :)

    • @Fbitypeshit
      @Fbitypeshit 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@dutchriot that literally depends on the bugged thing, it's only because it's Henry Cavill and he is an incredible actor, some people would beg would only make them look miserable and have less chances to get the role

    • @chrissadler6459
      @chrissadler6459 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@dutchriot other way around, he was a gamer first and then found out about the books

  • @Randude14
    @Randude14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3012

    Don't ever EVER apologize about being passionate Henry.

    • @Poorstargazer23
      @Poorstargazer23 4 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      We can all take that advice.
      And if you are around a person who often makes you feel crappy about something you are passionate about, just know they are the worst so tell em to kick rocks 😘✌️

    • @darkmountainsofcold8763
      @darkmountainsofcold8763 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and he shoundnt

    • @heyheyheyheyheyhey76
      @heyheyheyheyheyhey76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just to heat that voice he can apologize all he wants. English accents are true class. Noble and refined. I love Henry Cavill's accent, probably the most classically handsome man alive since Marlon Brando, especially when he was young.

    • @amyderksen473
      @amyderksen473 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope one day Henry might read these comments even just for this one. I'm a total nerd and spent ages hiding my true colours; it took me two decades to learn that it is okay to show my passion for things and let my nerd flag fly.

  • @hotwaff
    @hotwaff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +360

    The creators of the TV show really didn't deserve Henry.

    • @marc-andrerenaud1394
      @marc-andrerenaud1394 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      For the first season they deserved him and earned his presence. After that...

    • @mariafedusyk5501
      @mariafedusyk5501 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      A lot of fans are now signing a petition to remove showrunners who are making our favorite story a piece of garbage, and depriving us of a beautiful incarnation of The Witcher. If you need, I can share the link to this petition. That's how we can try to support him and his Geralt

    • @mariafedusyk5501
      @mariafedusyk5501 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@marc-andrerenaud1394 A lot of fans are now signing a petition to remove showrunners who are making our favorite story a piece of garbage, and depriving us of a beautiful incarnation of The Witcher. If you need, I can share the link to this petition. That's how we can try to support him and his Geralt

    • @RCSG02
      @RCSG02 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      More like the director and writers. The starts of season 2 I found only to be a little interesting and when it ended I just stopped watching. Then the drama unfold and now I blame Netflix for ruining a good franchise

    • @tryfergoodra552
      @tryfergoodra552 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@mariafedusyk5501share it please if that helps would be awesome cuz this is a tragedy

  • @maisiesummers42
    @maisiesummers42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4790

    SHout out to the CGI people for carefully tracking every frame and ensuring the sword looked real in each one.

    • @furymern8162
      @furymern8162 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Not like it's what they get paid for.

    • @erenjager1155
      @erenjager1155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +201

      @@furymern8162 some people are lazy even if they get paid.

    • @filmboy95
      @filmboy95 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@erenjager1155 True that

    • @CometHunter
      @CometHunter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      @@furymern8162 I'm pretty sure people working in VFX and CG aren't paid enough lol

    • @leoribeirop
      @leoribeirop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's why the VFX company who has done the effect is called FRAMEstore! 😂

  • @simonf9160
    @simonf9160 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3667

    This man can read a phone book and still make it interesting.

    • @sakurauchiha8858
      @sakurauchiha8858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      there is actually a video Henry reading the phone book hahaha

    • @itzzzsss
      @itzzzsss 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ASMR time. The White Pages is interesting

    • @Invincible_1one
      @Invincible_1one 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sakurauchiha8858 lol😂 are you serious !?

    • @sakurauchiha8858
      @sakurauchiha8858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Leon yeah, it’s also with armie hammer (co star of man from uncle). You should find it on TH-cam 😁

    • @DoctorMcHerp
      @DoctorMcHerp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Or food ingredient lists.

  • @elliot5536
    @elliot5536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +382

    The fun thing with Henry being Geralt is that he has read all the books and played all the games so he knows alot of everything. He is a true nerd and it shows and that is what makes it so incredible to watch

    • @mariafedusyk5501
      @mariafedusyk5501 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A lot of fans are now signing a petition to remove showrunners who are making our favorite story a piece of garbage, and depriving us of a beautiful incarnation of The Witcher. If you need, I can share the link to this petition. That's how we can try to support him and his Geralt

  • @lancevance2186
    @lancevance2186 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3386

    I hope that the person who put this action scene will participate in all other fights in the second season.

    • @GoodXylophone
      @GoodXylophone 4 ปีที่แล้ว +110

      I hope it will be like a Daredevil hallway fight situation. In that I mean they'll have one of these one shot fight scene every season with each new one trying to one up the last.

    • @TheCreator919
      @TheCreator919 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      exactly, Netflix needs to double the budget and get the stunt team that work on that scene to work on all fight scenes on season 2 and onward

    • @Roheryn100
      @Roheryn100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      The stunt director is Vlad Furdik, who played the Night King in GOT. He’s among the best in the business.

    • @K_-_-_-_K
      @K_-_-_-_K 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      The only issue is that this one set the bar so high the others fights in the show didn't come close. I love the show but didn't get the sense that Geralt is a master swordsman

    • @aarone1981
      @aarone1981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Actually this fight was not Vladamir Furdyk, he came on after episode 1, he will not be in Season 2!

  • @HTram
    @HTram 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6662

    A perfectly shot action scene. No shoddy camera shakes, no awful angles that hide what is happening, and no excessive use of camera cuts (this scene used none at all). This is how you do action.

    • @tanjirokamodo5072
      @tanjirokamodo5072 4 ปีที่แล้ว +119

      Just like John wick but with swords

    • @jasonc5892
      @jasonc5892 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      No bloody stupid lens flares. Directors seem to love those.

    • @winstonchurchill624
      @winstonchurchill624 4 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      HTram for once I could actually tell what was happening in an action scene.

    • @sicarius9156
      @sicarius9156 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jasonc5892 When i first played crysis 2 i fell in love with lens flares, so its not just directors who love them lol

    • @INCOGNITO-iq4qy
      @INCOGNITO-iq4qy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Bourne movies: 😭
      Taken movies: 😭

  • @collins2540
    @collins2540 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2645

    Nobody:
    Henry: Sorry the scene is too detailed guys I’m sorry but I just really like this stuff

    • @danitiwa
      @danitiwa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Collin S henry don’t hide what a nerd you are everybody loves it

    • @tyambrepearson5463
      @tyambrepearson5463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Never change, Henry...

    • @darkprinceofdorne
      @darkprinceofdorne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      He’s an ideal of hope for all of us nerds of Earth

    • @Holly1978-q2d
      @Holly1978-q2d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I loved it and have watched it over and over and over :)

    • @hoppzy01
      @hoppzy01 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@darkprinceofdorne fr

  • @rift0tripper
    @rift0tripper 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1982

    Henry Cavill- "I hope it wasnt to detailed I tend to get excited with these things."
    No please Henry, the fans love that you are just as excited as we are, and seeing you be so passionate about the story and craft is just as entertaining and joyful to witness. Thank you.

    • @sunshynea5151
      @sunshynea5151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Yup...I signed up to Netflix for the witcher and I have watched the series 5 times. You can feel his passion for Geralt and the project. There was nothing half a**ed about the series and I for one appreciate it 😍.

    • @tracymetherell8744
      @tracymetherell8744 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He is so perfect for this role. He moves like he is in the game at times, like a dancer at other times. It is just beautiful watching him in this scene. It’s even more perfect now knowing that that one section was all one shot. Really impressive.

    • @nikkiluver101
      @nikkiluver101 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is one of us.

  • @skepticstoic1
    @skepticstoic1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4503

    “As much as he hates the idea of it, he’s not going to lose his life in the process of someone that’s determined to die.”
    *I felt that.*

    • @franciscaferreira9062
      @franciscaferreira9062 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      i think we might need a discussion about this...

    • @r.d.ordonez
      @r.d.ordonez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      dude are u ok?

    • @outremer91
      @outremer91 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @eagle PHD He's going to slay someone.

    • @friendship6668
      @friendship6668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I never got why he did it. But this makes total sense

    • @Gnossiene369
      @Gnossiene369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Acting depressed is very simple and easy way to get attention. It's just a joke now. Very hard to get help sometimes.

  • @Sarah-dr2jy
    @Sarah-dr2jy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +873

    I love it when actors refer to the characters they're playing as "me". Like "these guys were waiting for me", "I attacked them". It shows how much Henry loves playing Geralt and how no one else could ever do what he does

    • @g.strobl4458
      @g.strobl4458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      I think it mostly reflects that he was immersed in the role so intensely. He said in an interview that he got to the point where he was more surprised to see himself in the mirror as himself than when he was "in Geralt rig" :)

    • @Zanoladab
      @Zanoladab 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      thats what happens when a talented actor plays a character he already is a huge fan of

    • @Jamplays592
      @Jamplays592 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      this man has probably played geralt in his head more times then he can count

    • @acc6748
      @acc6748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, what should he say? '' the character I was playing attacked them ''
      '' these guys were waiting for the character I was playing ''

    • @7felipe14
      @7felipe14 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@acc6748 Or just "they were waiting for Geralt and..." You didn't consider that option? It's the one that most actors use anyway, when they are not that immersed.

  • @rebawinchester
    @rebawinchester 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2509

    Okay so we’re totally going to get bonus content of Cavill breaking down the whole season right? Because I’d watch it repeatedly.

    • @Pogie33
      @Pogie33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      I don't care if it's 5 times the length, I'd watch

    • @kahlan4106
      @kahlan4106 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Me too

    • @demetriusmiquel857
      @demetriusmiquel857 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Reba Winchester me too!!!

    • @TheAlcoholic27
      @TheAlcoholic27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hell yeah.

    • @Walls2008
      @Walls2008 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The Netflix version of the DVD commentary.

  • @ibotheperson
    @ibotheperson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1891

    Finally an actor who knows and loves his character.

    • @Mymuseandi
      @Mymuseandi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      There are a lot of other actors who also love their characters, though, even if they're in the minority.

    • @chinesecovidanalswabs4752
      @chinesecovidanalswabs4752 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Mymuseandi There are? They sure as hell don't show it...

    • @MCFrenstar
      @MCFrenstar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oceans series

    • @randomness5281
      @randomness5281 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@chinesecovidanalswabs4752 rdj for Tony stark
      Joaquin for joker
      Tom for spidey

    • @jrich749
      @jrich749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I dare you to figure out which actor, in The Expanse, doesn't love their character.

  • @ShiningEyeBrigade
    @ShiningEyeBrigade 3 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    The more I watch Henry in interviews and videos like this, the deeper my respect grows. He exudes integrity and kindness.

    • @caftood
      @caftood 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's cause he's Australians

    • @paarthurnax8519
      @paarthurnax8519 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@caftood Dude, he's british.

    • @mariafedusyk5501
      @mariafedusyk5501 ปีที่แล้ว

      A lot of fans are now signing a petition to remove showrunners who are making our favorite story a piece of garbage, and depriving us of a beautiful incarnation of The Witcher. If you need, I can share the link to this petition. That's how we can try to support him and protect his version of the Geralt of Rivia

  • @gilney.mathias
    @gilney.mathias 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2400

    This is not only 'a fight scene', it is THE fight scene, holy shit that is a really great choreography!

    • @Szmajdzik
      @Szmajdzik 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      And cinematography, editing and acting.

    • @rockon609
      @rockon609 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      The choreography guys they used for this scene were unavailable during filming, but not during the reshoots. That is part of the reason we never see s fight scene quite like this one in any other episode

    • @zaynec8475
      @zaynec8475 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Actually, the choreography isn't that good.
      In the beginning Geralt is using reverse grip, which is not something a real swordsman would do, unless he's ambushed.
      Then Renfri is constantly spinning, which leaves her open for the strike like half of the time. Yeah, sure, Geralt doesn't want to kill her, but her fighting style kinda begs for the question - how did she manage to survive till this moment?
      But it looks cool, and operator's work is really great.

    • @chaburchak
      @chaburchak 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      AND NO SHAKY-CAM! Thank god...

    • @SchmokinJoe
      @SchmokinJoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@rockon609 That explains a lot.. I'm only on episode 4 and I was wondering if we'd get any more fight scenes that were as good as the first.
      Because this first one blew my mind. Wasn't expecting it to be so good and spot on.

  • @MovieJunkieOfficial
    @MovieJunkieOfficial 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1296

    I love how much he clearly enjoys explaining exactly how the team achieved the shot. He talks about the technicalities of film making rather than what his contribution was. He’s a solid bloke who’s passionate about what he’s a part of.

  • @neutchain7838
    @neutchain7838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +168

    Have a huge respect for this dude. His dedication to bring the character as close to the source material as possible is really rare these days. He is really humble and never forgets to give credit to the whole team on and off screen because these scenes are really nicely executed and very well shot. And the fact that he differentiates a bow arrow from a crossbow bolt. I really appreciate his attention to the little details that just shows how serious he is about this whole thing.

    • @tegan71969
      @tegan71969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Its called "character acting" and Henry definitely does his part to perfection.

  • @aesaphyr
    @aesaphyr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5874

    "It's all done in one take."
    ... The question on everybody's minds: how many takes did they have to do?!

    • @kasperhawser6431
      @kasperhawser6431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +311

      probably a few, but you can bet they spent a hell of a load of time in the lead up rehearsing it to the nth degree.

    • @Sunnewald
      @Sunnewald 4 ปีที่แล้ว +224

      4 days he said in a different interview

    • @friendship6668
      @friendship6668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      So insane its 1 take. I wondered about that! What a great team

    • @whowasibeing
      @whowasibeing 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Slow damn clap for it being one take as well, so easily could have been bits stitched together.

    • @8472TomBrown
      @8472TomBrown 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      this makes this scene so much better, compared to some action flicks like Taken with 20 takes for 10 seconds ...

  • @Zeynepkksy
    @Zeynepkksy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1078

    Henry is THE actor and that’s that.

    • @Baronnax
      @Baronnax 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@merickful ummm, that's not what you call a continuity error. And swamps have different depths in different areas, you could argue that the fight started in a deeper region and eventually moved to the shallower parts.

    • @MasterHall117
      @MasterHall117 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Zeynep i dont see Superman, I see geralt

  • @kenthomas1109
    @kenthomas1109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    There are “gigs” and then there are roles. So glad to see Cavill become the Witcher. Truly the right actor for the role.

  • @designingkitty
    @designingkitty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +669

    He lights up when talking about Lucy Cork, then catches himself... how sweet, and he really likes and believe in Wolfgang's work.

    • @keziamoura6194
      @keziamoura6194 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes!! I think that they'll be together soon... she makes him happy.

    • @RemyMarlandJ
      @RemyMarlandJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      They dated years ago

    • @Koepex
      @Koepex 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      don't be such a fem

    • @TearsWontDry
      @TearsWontDry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aren’t they still dating?

    • @scootle74
      @scootle74 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TearsWontDry I think that's what the gossip rags say... still together.

  • @Armorius2199
    @Armorius2199 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1294

    The man is great he can differentiate between an arrow and a crossbow bolt.

    • @Feinschmecker13
      @Feinschmecker13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I thought the exact same thing :D

    • @RintTheReaver
      @RintTheReaver 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Argyrus 47 he’s been reading and playing fantasy since childhood lol. I think we’d expect that of him 😂😂😂

    • @melanieg2089
      @melanieg2089 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Why would it be hard to differentiate them?

    • @pvt.paula4423
      @pvt.paula4423 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@melanieg2089 because most Hollywood actors are pretty dumb

    • @ericwilliams7374
      @ericwilliams7374 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@melanieg2089 most would simply call it an "arrow".

  • @cindyj5522
    @cindyj5522 4 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    I hope that Henry Cavill eventually becomes a showrunner or a director or both. I think he would be fantastic!

    • @g.strobl4458
      @g.strobl4458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      That would mean less time for his own fight scenes and things, though. I do get where you are coming from, though.

    • @germanvoidz3658
      @germanvoidz3658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Well…

  • @mirael96
    @mirael96 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3771

    I don't get why everyone in this episode is so shocked, that Geralt killed the gang, they attacked him. Don't attack a Witcher and you live, it's simple as that.

    • @crappyeditguy7630
      @crappyeditguy7630 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Well, they were manipulated weren’t they¿

    • @anitaremenarova6662
      @anitaremenarova6662 4 ปีที่แล้ว +210

      Witchers have become a rarity so nobody really knows how good they are until it's too late

    • @austinchristie3594
      @austinchristie3594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Doesn’t make much sense in the show that the whole town thinks he’s a monster after killing them though.

    • @davidforsling2467
      @davidforsling2467 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@austinchristie3594 I thought that the wizard guy (stregobar?) Somehow bewitched them into turning against him, but perhaps I missunderstood

    • @vomErsten
      @vomErsten 4 ปีที่แล้ว +145

      @@davidforsling2467 Stregobor's position in society as a sorcerer, the type of person who often serves as counsel to kings and queens, carries immense respect, so common-folk will listen. He merely used his station to make it look like Geralt had committed a heinous act through the superpower of...mere suggestion.

  • @kinndah2519
    @kinndah2519 4 ปีที่แล้ว +684

    "I tend to get a little excited about these things."
    Is me everytime Henry Cavill is on a screen

    • @AndrewD8Red
      @AndrewD8Red 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I know, right? He's been my biggest celebrity crush for a year now. Poor Kate Beckinsale has been bumped down to second place.
      I'm sure she's very disappointed.

    • @hariskolar579
      @hariskolar579 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AndrewD8Red yeahh frr I love Kate

    • @g.strobl4458
      @g.strobl4458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I differ slightly: That's me when I see a really good fight scene. But it helps he has such a gorgeous voice and does such a great job talking about it.

    • @Holly1978-q2d
      @Holly1978-q2d 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amen, sister!

  • @Mondoblasto0
    @Mondoblasto0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I appreciate how he basically said 'everyone on and off camera that worked on this scene worked really, really hard to pull this off'.

    • @Lucifurion
      @Lucifurion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, you often don't think of how scenes like this require absolute perfection from everyone, both in front of the camera & behind it. They did a phenomenal job on bringing how he became The Butcher of Blaviken to life. Too bad he just quit as Geralt though due to Netflix not respecting Sapkowski's work, he said a while ago that he'd stay on as Geralt as long as they honored the author & his work by staying accurate to the books. It seems they didn't stand up to their end of the bargain.

  • @mathru96
    @mathru96 4 ปีที่แล้ว +669

    The fight with Renfri got me hooked to the show. It was the best sword fight I had ever seen. And it's so rare that it involves a man and a woman too.

    • @igneoplus
      @igneoplus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      @Sampiro Locke Most of the really good fight scenes in TV and film are terrible depictions of martial arts though... And that's fine! No one's gonna come study sword fighting from Henry Cavill, but the scene does a great job setting a thrilling pace for the audience, convey the characters' emotions and telling a story throughout. That's what it ought to do

    • @lelinha8074
      @lelinha8074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Sampiro Locke we have to take into account that while skill is something very important to depict in scenes like this one, it is still a fight built for the sole purpose of entertainment. Not saying I don’t agree with you as I myself don’t know much about martial arts, but the creators of the show most likely cared more for the visual appeal of the shot rather than how accurate it was to the skill level they attempted to portray.

    • @brendan9868
      @brendan9868 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sampiro Locke it’s fantasy mate, it’s meant to be unrealistic. Yes spinning in a fight would get you killed in real life, but guess what? It fucking looks cool.
      It’s like saying Game of Thrones was bad because it had dragons and dragons are unrealistic.

    • @johnnierichardson1771
      @johnnierichardson1771 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Sampiro Locke totally agree. But we see that all the time in movies and tv, so the fight scene looks more titillating. I’m constantly telling my daughter that if you do all those twirls and fancy stuff, you are putting your back to your enemy for no good reason and will get killed or injured. But, Hollywood. 🥴

    • @cindyj5522
      @cindyj5522 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      it was very exotic. good thing this is a fantasy story and not that of genuine warfare with swords. all the twirling and whirling and changes of grip we see in such series these days(ala GoT, Vikings, LOTR) is not what real swordplay is like even if it is a ton of fun.

  • @oelaiho2001
    @oelaiho2001 4 ปีที่แล้ว +329

    His enthusiasm is breathtaking. His love for this character and the story shines through. Love it!

  • @anthonyemery2144
    @anthonyemery2144 4 ปีที่แล้ว +334

    I love everything about this. He loves the role. The fans love him. The community around this series is amazing!

    • @yesiagreewithyoubut6653
      @yesiagreewithyoubut6653 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes exactly

    • @davidhutch307
      @davidhutch307 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Except for the annoying fucking book fanatics that rage over every single change no matter how small. I wish they would just go away. If they don't like it don't watch and don't let the door hit you on the way out.

    • @bert2081
      @bert2081 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidhutch307 well, that happens in every movie series based on books i guess

    • @sylviesaint-vilus3627
      @sylviesaint-vilus3627 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidhutch307 Well said I don't why these people try to compare the book from the show though like you said if they don't like don't watch it just simple

  • @chiaracvl4602
    @chiaracvl4602 4 ปีที่แล้ว +483

    If Henry Cavill ever breaks down the recipe of blueberry muffin step by step for me..
    I would be a muffin mogul

  • @rubenschouten1840
    @rubenschouten1840 4 ปีที่แล้ว +272

    2:00 I don't think many people noticed he also deflects another arrow with the same move. Amazing.

    • @sentry4944
      @sentry4944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Nope. Was hard to catch even in slow motion.

    • @IamPantheR
      @IamPantheR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Holly... You right!!!

    • @aiihairyou1336
      @aiihairyou1336 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😍😍😍😍

    • @andycheung22ac
      @andycheung22ac 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      And you can see in Shadiversity's analysis of this scene, even he missed the arrow deflect and he's doing it almost frame by frame

    • @Dylan-ci3lz
      @Dylan-ci3lz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      holy fuck, didn't even notice till you pointed it out, what a scene

  • @nekori_adrian
    @nekori_adrian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    actually shout-out to these actors actually learning how to weild a sword and make it look real, no matter if it's a whole blade or a half one
    such precision and cleanness and realisticality really gives this show so much more than if they just switch to stuntmen doing everything
    also shout-out to the effects and editing team, because what they did was literal magic, I don't even wanna know how long they worked on the sword in every shot to make it look shiny, but also used and bloody, those are so many textures one had to get right and with this
    I want to say, this is probably one of the best produced shows I've ever seen

  • @freeAEgraphics
    @freeAEgraphics 4 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    This whole shot. Masterpiece.

    • @Panairjdde
      @Panairjdde 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      As cinematography? Indeed! As actors and stunts proficiency? Absolutely! As a way to tell the story of Renfri trying to kill or get killed by Geralt? I agree. As a narrative? Not so, it's really obscure why Renfri tries to kill Geralt or wants to get killed by him, it serves no purpose of hers

  • @RastaGamesful
    @RastaGamesful 4 ปีที่แล้ว +942

    Geralt, you are not only a poet, but also a great fighter!
    After me, of course.

    • @freshh42
      @freshh42 4 ปีที่แล้ว +133

      Lambert Wanna hear a limerick? Lambert, Lambert, what a prick

    • @saphira5190
      @saphira5190 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@freshh42 Not bad.

    • @jasserdhouibi7305
      @jasserdhouibi7305 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Summon the bitches lol

    • @Cuban20
      @Cuban20 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lmao

    • @FAYRmusic
      @FAYRmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're a fucking prick

  • @matthix2678
    @matthix2678 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    An actor that truly cares about the subject matter.

  • @DrKnockers05
    @DrKnockers05 4 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    "I hope it wasn't too detailed. I tend to get a little excited about these things".
    And this is why Henry was the perfect guy to play Geralt. I could watch him talk about EVERY scene in this series and not get bored.
    Toss a like to your Witcher!

  • @itisijustine
    @itisijustine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +702

    Henry: Hello, I'm Henry Cavill.
    Me: Hello, I'm in love.

    • @SaxSasuke
      @SaxSasuke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are not wrong

    • @alainbourassa1998
      @alainbourassa1998 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Justine Whoever you and everyone else in this chat thread lol

    • @confusedkermit1887
      @confusedkermit1887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same, and I'm hetero

    • @adude9298
      @adude9298 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      "Henry: Hello, I'm Henry Cavill."
      Me: Hello, I HATES HIM!! Henry Cavill with his lame accent, that chiseled jaw, his sculpted chin and his ripply bits! Its disgusting!!! That or i'm insanely jealous...Yep, thats uh, thats probably it...

    • @thechemicals
      @thechemicals 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😆😂😆😂 damn

  • @spainweddingphotography
    @spainweddingphotography 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    It is amazing that he actually highly credited the camera man who is often forgotten to be mentioned in scenes like this! Cavill is the best!

  • @CarnivorousCorner
    @CarnivorousCorner 4 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    "I hope you enjoyed the video. I hope it wasn't too detailed". Henry, you can be as detailed as you like. Your passion towards the character and the Witcher universe is infectious.

  • @grahamvandyke
    @grahamvandyke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1971

    Unfortunately this incredible sequence was just done once in the entire season. I would have loved to see more of him obliterating people in this fashion several more times.

    • @pandaexpresso
      @pandaexpresso 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Agreed! It was a good idea to bring on Wolfgang for the reshoots which made this fight scene.

    • @ionesito
      @ionesito 4 ปีที่แล้ว +256

      The series is based on the books, there isn't any other blood bath like this there as it's out of character. The action in the books comes from Geralt fighting monsters and that was well represented in the series.
      That being said, yes, it would've been pretty cool to see more of this.

    • @grahamvandyke
      @grahamvandyke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@ionesito I feel like they could have taken liberties since it's 'based on' the books. It's done all the time with movies & TV shows that are based on actual events. I don't know the books at all though, so I suppose it's good they're working so closely with the source material!

    • @alanfulcher460
      @alanfulcher460 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      I wonder if we will ever see the scene where he wastes these bandits that are about to rape a peasant girl because she looks kinda like Ciri. That was nuts

    • @CH-vr2dl
      @CH-vr2dl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      then it would become stale wouldnt it?

  • @azizicuddles9091
    @azizicuddles9091 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    The first episode, to me, was just the best in terms of storyline, how engaging it was, and how it was directed. This scene was done so masterfully, I remember being shocked when I watched it. And now watching Henry break it down further, it’s even more impressive. The stunt work and camera work. Wow. Thank you Henry for being so technical with your explanation!

  • @noisespark
    @noisespark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +340

    They need to do a scene where he actually preps for a fight with a monster. That we get to hear the ingredients for his potions.

  • @NicolasClark7732
    @NicolasClark7732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    I personally wouldn't complain if Henry got more detailed about things. I love watching people talking about something they're excited about, and he clearly loves this.

  • @haigravs2556
    @haigravs2556 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Henry does his own stunts, every single one. He also is 1000% dedicated to the series. He is perfect for the role. I didn’t know who he was before Witcher, now he’s one of my favourite actors. He has ALL of my respect. He puts everything in to his work and it all pays off. Such an amazing actor. Can’t wait for season 2 and all the other seasons to come.

    • @user-ev4lq5fr1o
      @user-ev4lq5fr1o ปีที่แล้ว

      He does have stunt double....check mi6

  • @sheerkid447
    @sheerkid447 4 ปีที่แล้ว +553

    Never trust the masses. Remember when almost everyone was so dissatisfied that they picked Henry as Geralt? The same can be applied to new Batman of Pattinson, hopefully he'll nail it

    • @Sharpe1502
      @Sharpe1502 4 ปีที่แล้ว +79

      Emile Akhmetshin Whoever thought that Henry Cavill wouldn’t be a great Geralt obviously didn’t know the man is a hardcore nerd/geek.

    • @SarSaraneth
      @SarSaraneth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +57

      Patterson isn't the problem. The problem is that DC has completely failed to inspire any hope they'll make a good movie, and no matter how talented the actor, a bad script will result in a bad film.

    • @MrBizteck
      @MrBizteck 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I remember when the internet exploded in rage over Heath ledger cast as the Joker. .... he was a shit actor. he always plays the hero ..... hes too nice....too pretty......then he fucking *CRUSHED* it!

    • @arthursneyers6626
      @arthursneyers6626 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@mauriciovalenzuela8902 good times, rover, lighthouse if people still judge him over twilight, their loss

    • @marksworkshop8724
      @marksworkshop8724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SarSaraneth with maybe the exception of wonder woman...and of course the dark knight trilogy. But yeah, you're right lol

  • @Tyrel64
    @Tyrel64 4 ปีที่แล้ว +284

    Anyone else feels like Emma Appleton was just perfect for the show in every way imaginable, and it's kind of a missed opportunity that she only got to play a character who is killed off so early? Anyhow, great job girl!

    • @AnActualDinosaur
      @AnActualDinosaur 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      But it wouldn't be the same if she played another character (say, Yennefer, who doesn't fight with weapons), so it's more precisely a shame that her character got killed off early (though it couldn't be avoided, since that's what happens in the books).

    • @celticbabs3105
      @celticbabs3105 4 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      I felt their chemistry more than I felt it between Yen and him. And the way it was written he carried the memory of Renfri with him throughout the rest of the season where he doesn't with Yen. It's likely due to the time lapses between episodes, but their 'relationship' didn't resonate with me as much as his and Renfri's did and they were only together for 1 day. :(
      (caveat here, I must admit though I can watch Henry and Anya kissing in EP 6 all day long!)

    • @jamie_d0g978
      @jamie_d0g978 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@celticbabs3105 I think it's on purpose, their relationship is kind of artificial because of the djinn stuff

    • @savagenature1
      @savagenature1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AnActualDinosaur Yennefer actually does fight with weapons at least once. But it is a rare occurance for her

    • @celticbabs3105
      @celticbabs3105 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@jamie_d0g978 It's not artificial in the books. Their love was real. His last wish was to tie their destinies together to prevent the djinn from killing her and didn't have anything to do with love.

  • @thegrimm54321
    @thegrimm54321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    "I hope it wasn't too detailed"
    We're here for the details! He could sit there and talk about the individual moves themselves and I'd listen for hours

    • @g.strobl4458
      @g.strobl4458 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here. Apart from the obvious perks, I did enough martial arts to see and recognise many moves, but not all. Therefore I'd be very interested in those I don't know. :)

  • @hellomynameis-
    @hellomynameis- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    Even though she was only in one episode, Renfri was one of my favorite characters of the show.

    • @henrythegod6756
      @henrythegod6756 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I feel the same way. I was completely infatuated with the character

    • @acmaiden5236
      @acmaiden5236 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same. They really started strong with this episode.

    • @ssk58607
      @ssk58607 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I liked her better than almost all other female characters except yen..tho Anya chalotra looks 20 she almost pulled it off alright

    • @MysticMae21
      @MysticMae21 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

  • @MilkMan-pk2rc
    @MilkMan-pk2rc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1236

    I seen all these people critic this show as awful but there wasn't a single episode I disliked I truly do love this series and I can't wait for season 2

    • @kevlar8847
      @kevlar8847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      I havn't exactly looked, but i also havn't seen anyone say the show was awful either.

    • @schottentor5174
      @schottentor5174 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      It is shit. A shame really, I wanted to like it.

    • @mario1515
      @mario1515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      @@schottentor5174 why do you say that?

    • @zombiehoe
      @zombiehoe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      I think the only people who think the show is awful are snobs & people who has only played the games but never read the books & expected the show to follow games point by point.

    • @schottentor5174
      @schottentor5174 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@mario1515 Inconsistency in the story, which was hard to follow, bad acting, boring dialogue. Fell asleep during a few episodes and had to rewatch. I love the fantasy genere and I really like Cavill's acting, but this series felt like a quick cash grab from Netflix.

  • @Nxox_
    @Nxox_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The fact that this is a one-shot scene makes it so so impressive, I am truly in awe of everyone who was involved in the making of this.

  • @davidhenales4084
    @davidhenales4084 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    One of the best sword choreographies that I remember in fiction. Uncut, fluid, with the camera following all movements .... bravo!

  • @ellielouise810
    @ellielouise810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +100

    It’s great that Henry does his own stunts as geralt and is so specific and creative in what he does. He’s an incredible actor and person. 🙂❤️

  • @dmittie9761
    @dmittie9761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I've watched the series now at least 6 times and these two particular sword fight scenes are absolutely mesmerizing to watch. The fact that the first one where Gerault is fighting the gang is done in a single shot is spectacularly incredible, the amount of pinpoint timing required by so many people, including the cameraman is exquisite and seemingly flawless. The second sword fight with Renfri really does look like an intricately detailed dance, the moves between them are this whirling, spiraling dance of swords and death. I love hearing about the backstory behind scenes and this one by Henry does not disappoint! It's always worth the repeat viewing of this series. I am so looking forward to another, and many more seasons.

  • @Knifenrazer
    @Knifenrazer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2741

    "the difficult is we all have to preform like the "sword" is full length, when its only half length " Me to the new porn director about the upcoming video shoot.

    • @markm5927
      @markm5927 4 ปีที่แล้ว +349

      "With the half length, it allows for a lot more moves to be done" me begging my date to come back to bed

    • @Knifenrazer
      @Knifenrazer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markm5927 that gold mate XD

    • @abdullahemad9457
      @abdullahemad9457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      im dead lmao hahahahahaha

    • @Lorkisen
      @Lorkisen 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markm5927 Nice

    • @ashleyrouth7135
      @ashleyrouth7135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      🤣🤣

  • @DavidGarcia29497
    @DavidGarcia29497 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    If the series gets more budget and Henry keeps doing his portrayal of Geralt *this good,* this series might end in one of the greatest jewels on TV

  • @AGfrom83
    @AGfrom83 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Wow I never would have guessed the pointy and slicey bits were all cgi'd.
    Props to the cast and crew. This is one of my favourite tv/movie fight scene ever...

  • @JonnyLovato
    @JonnyLovato 4 ปีที่แล้ว +520

    2:02 y'all catch him deflecting that second crossbow bolt?

    • @derekdelboytrotter8881
      @derekdelboytrotter8881 4 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      holy shit, i never saw that. Good catch, man.

    • @cinnamonshiva
      @cinnamonshiva 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      Mind blown, holy shit. Good spot

    • @Cuban20
      @Cuban20 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      It's so fast I can't see it. Damn they did this good

    • @JonnyLovato
      @JonnyLovato 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

      Toss a bolt to your witcher
      O' crossbow deflector

    • @omgee9802
      @omgee9802 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wasn’t it the other guy’s sword?

  • @AirbenderHawk
    @AirbenderHawk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Henry Cavill has martial artist style agile and speed, his voice is narration worthy for an audiobook, which I’ll fall asleep to deeply while at the same time enjoying a badass good time.
    Henry, my man, be as thorough to your work, we can listen to you talk for hours thanks to an iconic English accent.

  • @sayuriserasinghe2061
    @sayuriserasinghe2061 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I don’t think any other actor can replace Henry as Geralt. The rough look on his face, his perfect stature, well defined muscles and of course his voice. Henry was built to this role.

  • @plushdogg124
    @plushdogg124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1466

    "There are two people, in a dance, and through that dance, a story is told."- Pro Wrestling in a nutshell.

    • @filipemlribeiro
      @filipemlribeiro 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That was too sweet

    • @cjtrules1
      @cjtrules1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fighting in general in a nutshell. Fighting is a dance.

    • @plushdogg124
      @plushdogg124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@cjtrules1 Fighting in general is a vicious, violent struggle - just look at any barroom/parking lot brawl (especially if someone pulls a knife) and tell me that resembles a dance. Fighting, in general, rarely ever tells a story either.

    • @cjtrules1
      @cjtrules1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@plushdogg124 Lol, let me add an edit to my comment then. All ORGANIZED fighting is a dance. A fight between skilled people can tell a lot actually if you break it down.

    • @plushdogg124
      @plushdogg124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@cjtrules1 Agreed. Organized fighting (especially martial arts) is definitely a dance. Pro wrestling and choreographed fight scenes just have more control over the story that is told.

  • @frankreich05
    @frankreich05 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    He’s so passionate and articulate that I can’t help but admire him even more. He’s the perfect Geralt. And I’m so lucky and grateful to have met him in person while he was promoting this show. ❣️

  • @BENR8108
    @BENR8108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You can tell Cavill has the utmost respect for every person on set... humble man.. that’s rare in his profession

    • @g.strobl4458
      @g.strobl4458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear the great ones are often quite humble and approachable.

    • @kennethjuarez5384
      @kennethjuarez5384 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He gives credit where it's due. Refreshing to see

  • @REDlilyHEAD
    @REDlilyHEAD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +273

    Henry, you can get as much as detailed as you want.

  • @SlevinKalevera
    @SlevinKalevera 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Can we just get a whole 20 hour series of this? Henry just breaking down every scene? I'll pay extra monthly for it. Plz, netflix? please?

  • @j915winterking9
    @j915winterking9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Watching Henry Cavill and listening to his shot by shot is an incredible honor.
    My favorite actor in the entire world!

  • @scarlettletter1039
    @scarlettletter1039 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    6:02 - HE'S SO FREAKING CUTE 😍 He knows everything and that's just a proof to his commitment to this amazing character and his incredible story! You're superb, Henry 💜

  • @OscarGuitare
    @OscarGuitare 4 ปีที่แล้ว +146

    The whole season is a true masterpiece. The amount of details I noticed after watching a second time, then a third time, it's just incredible. I love how each episode has a theme, and how the story is told, piece by piece, without chronology. Not to mention more than a hundred easter eggs from video games and books that I love. Amazing !

    • @torakka2ow640
      @torakka2ow640 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I didn’t think it was bad but I didn’t think it was good either. First off, it’s very confusing for people new to the series. What they should have done is first explained what is a witcher and how they are trained(trial of the grasses, law of surprise). And then they should have gone with chronological order. The whole Cintra storyline was really confusing even for me who have read the books because of the flashbacks. Another thing is that I feel like it gave way too much time for the sorceresses instead of Geralt. Especially the finale was really unpleasing for me. The effects looked cool and all but it honestly felt like I was watching Game of Thrones with some extra magic. Also the Nilfgaardian armor looked fake and the Sylvan mask was hilariously noticeable. They also barely gave Triss any screentime which is weird since she is an important character in the books. Also they portrayed Vilgefortz as a total idiot hothead.

    • @torakka2ow640
      @torakka2ow640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I did like some things though. Geralt, Jaskier and Yennefer all were portrayed very well by their actors. I got to also give it to Ciri’s actress. She is really good for her age. Jaskier totally made the season for me especially his song ”toss a coin for your witcher”. And Cavill crushed it as Geralt. The fight scenes were good. Fast movements, flashy and brutal.

    • @bernges7228
      @bernges7228 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@torakka2ow640 Having read the books too I think they made some weird decisions. Obviously we'll see more of Triss in Kaer Morhen but why did they turn Cahir into a madman and Francesca Vigo into a psychopath? Makes no sense if they want to faithfully adapt the whole saga.

    • @Velimurikka
      @Velimurikka 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@torakka2ow640 Well, I was new with the series. I haven't read the books or played the games and I understood the plot and the timelines well. I agree with the Nilfgaardian bad armor design tho

  • @shangrammohammad8453
    @shangrammohammad8453 4 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I must admit, I wasn’t such a huge fan of Henry Cavil....but after seeing the show and this particular fight scene just blew my mind!
    Henry is right, that fight was a beautifully choreographed performance from himself, the actors and stun performers.

  • @MossXM
    @MossXM 4 ปีที่แล้ว +341

    Netflix: 'Henry Cavill does something'
    Viewers: *yAP*

  • @imdirtcheap
    @imdirtcheap 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Henry Cavill loves this role so much, you can tell from every single interview that this is the perfect role for him and he's dedicated so much to it

  • @hunnitbaehunnitbae8804
    @hunnitbaehunnitbae8804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love that he *does* have knowledge about the technicalities of shooting an action scene. He seems very appreciative of the production team and I appreciate that.

  • @Remus88Romulus
    @Remus88Romulus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +534

    Henry Cavill was created by the Universe to play Geralt just like Ian Mckellen and Viggo Mortensen was created to play Gandalf and Aragorn (Just like the rest of the casting of Lotr).

    • @gisellf6693
      @gisellf6693 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Remus88Romulus and Ryan Reynolds for dead pool.

    • @Remus88Romulus
      @Remus88Romulus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@gisellf6693 Hell yeah! And Hugh Jackman as Wolverine!

    • @bonitaapplebaum4202
      @bonitaapplebaum4202 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      RDJ as Tony Stark

    • @aiida058
      @aiida058 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Or like Daniel Radcliffe as Harry potter

    • @randomness5281
      @randomness5281 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And rdj for iron man

  • @alexisswaded
    @alexisswaded 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    "I tend to get a little excited about these things."
    And that's exactly what we want Henry!

  • @fajarhaq6812
    @fajarhaq6812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That reverse grip on the sword is EPIC. I don't know if it's ideal in actual sword fighting but it just looks so realistic!

  • @davidag90
    @davidag90 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This man is a true working one. It's easy to see how much he loves the role and his job, and how much he knows about everyone's task, the appreciation he has for his partners. Really cool video.

  • @CopyVic
    @CopyVic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This was probably one of the most epic and beautifully choreographed sword fight scenes I've ever seen! I expect to see much more of this in the seasons to come.

  • @joshuastosic4903
    @joshuastosic4903 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Henry cavil is genuinely just so entertaining to listen to and watch. Aside from being obviously very good looking, without that he’s still so perfect for entertainment and story telling.

    • @mariafedusyk5501
      @mariafedusyk5501 ปีที่แล้ว

      A lot of fans are now signing a petition to remove showrunners who are making our favorite story a piece of garbage, and depriving us of a beautiful incarnation of The Witcher. If you need, I can share the link to this petition. That's how we can try to support him and protect his version of Geralt of Rivia

  • @syahirarodzian
    @syahirarodzian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Im just smiling throughout the videos. His voice is like honey to my ears.

  • @yuukiminami13
    @yuukiminami13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +206

    One of the best scene in the whole season! The swordfight choreography really is amazing!! I love how Henry enthusiasticly explains the details of every move ❤

    • @gie8366
      @gie8366 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This one is my favorite fight scene as well, the fight with the striga comes second ☺️
      Anyway, are you Indonesian?
      Yaayyy...!
      Ketemu sesama fans Witcher dari Indonesia 😁

    • @randomlyrj7900
      @randomlyrj7900 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I especially love the part when Renfri rolled her knife and tried to stab Geralt's leg, that was so cool!

    • @yuukiminami13
      @yuukiminami13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gie8366 hahaha iyaa Indonesian 🇮🇩
      Huwe yg episode striga itu serem banget, aku banyak skip klo pas striganya diclose-up hahaha~ tp emang fighting scenesnya keren2 banget 😍 ngebayangin sampe taun depan baru bisa nonton season 2 tuh 😭😭😭

    • @yuukiminami13
      @yuukiminami13 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@randomlyrj7900 yeah! Although my favorite is that move where Geralt splits the head of Renfri's gang member with his sword
      *I sound like a bloodthirsty wench LOL

    • @angelebabin5845
      @angelebabin5845 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for killing them ...

  • @kaibe5241
    @kaibe5241 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    One of the best fight scenes EVER. Up there with Achilles vs Hector in Troy.

    • @stevenesbitt3528
      @stevenesbitt3528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree, wasn’t warming to the show up to that point and this dragged me in

  • @spadw3394
    @spadw3394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    The call of the white wolf is loudest at the dawn, The call of a stone heart is broken and alone, Born of Kaer Morhen Born of No Love...Henry Cavill a true witcher

    • @nercksrule
      @nercksrule 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wolves asleep amidst the trees
      Bats all a-swaying in the breeze
      But one soul lies anxious wide awake
      Fearing no manner of ghouls, hags and wraiths

    • @kaberiindra3755
      @kaberiindra3755 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nercksrule nice tune

    • @spadw3394
      @spadw3394 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nercksrule "Mummy, wots a witcher? a monster sweetie, now go to bed, or he'll cut you up with silver and eat you whole!"

  • @JanMichaelYu
    @JanMichaelYu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    "I hope that wasn't too detailed." That's the mark of a true geek and performer right there.

  • @nonocult
    @nonocult 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    There's something special about this particular scene that makes it very enjoyable to watch, even for someone who doesn't generally care for fight scenes. I think it comes down to what Henry said, they're also telling a story while fighting. It really shows!

  • @lightburner8567
    @lightburner8567 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    "I tend to be excited about these things"
    - Henry Cavill
    And we tend to be excited about you, Henry lol...

  • @goldenblue9807
    @goldenblue9807 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1255

    The stunt performer Henry is talking about is actually his ex-girlfriend, i love seeing exes become great friends even after breaking up.

    • @Zenjie862
      @Zenjie862 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      I believe they are still dating, apparently they got back together.

    • @purplekitkatemily
      @purplekitkatemily 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@Zenjie862 man I was hopin for him to get with Anya

    • @savannahroc8688
      @savannahroc8688 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Zenthrox no they didn’t I believe

    • @rhettburgess8753
      @rhettburgess8753 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      What kind of nonsense are you jamming on about?

    • @solarstormgames
      @solarstormgames 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      theyre still dating

  • @marinapowell8903
    @marinapowell8903 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I can’t get over the amount of skill and patience he has to make these scenes look like that! Wow!! The choreographers are so unbelievably talented too!

  • @FrttMs
    @FrttMs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

    "Or Shrike" Oh Henry, you handsome, name-dropping devil

  • @whitewalker9862
    @whitewalker9862 4 ปีที่แล้ว +690

    Warner Bros. made a huuuuge mistake for not making MoS 2 and losing/giving up Henry as Superman.

    • @waddefaq4325
      @waddefaq4325 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Its not wb. It because snyder give up.
      Edit:
      For fck sake every dc fan knew what happen about snyder and his daughter tragedy. What i mean is, everyone will give up his work if u lost someone u love, and start focusing ur family. Haven't u guys lost one of ur family yet? U will understand.

    • @adonisg667
      @adonisg667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      @@waddefaq4325 Snyder did not give up, he left the project because his daughter committed suicide and Joss Whedon ruined it!

    • @_yuri
      @_yuri 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@adonisg667 ouch that is sad

    • @adonisg667
      @adonisg667 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@_yuri indeed

    • @SingleBat
      @SingleBat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      well, it still might happen

  • @drchuckles1203
    @drchuckles1203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This was an awesome breakdown! This in one of my favorite fight scenes in all of cinema. It actually might be the best for its length in my opinion. The pacing is just so on point and cool and every move is perfect and feels meaningful. Starting with the crossbow deflection it’s all one fluid deadly dance just like Geralt fights in the books and props to everyone involved they did an exeptional job.

  • @Dinoenthusiastguy
    @Dinoenthusiastguy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Henry, please don't ever apologize for getting excited and giving us "too much" detail

  • @Marcel-eg9bz
    @Marcel-eg9bz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +213

    Henry: "I tent to get a little excited about these things"
    me: "I'm excited too"
    "what?"
    "nothingwhat?"

  • @solfolgarait3745
    @solfolgarait3745 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My respect for this man is off the charts, it's such a shame that he's no longer a part of the show, an irreplaceable loss

  • @anuarcasanova6005
    @anuarcasanova6005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    Bro, half the population on earth has already seen The Witcher. We need more of this videos or the next season ASAP

    • @theicebeardk
      @theicebeardk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      They are starting work on the 2nd season right now and are scouting locations and so on. So it is coming :)

    • @dr.embersfield1551
      @dr.embersfield1551 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theicebeardk What I am concerned about is, when did they have time to write it.

    • @celticbabs3105
      @celticbabs3105 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@dr.embersfield1551 The writers wrote Season 2 while Season 1 was being filmed and during post production. It was announced it was written when Netflix green lit S2 a whole month before it aired.

    • @silverwolf6866
      @silverwolf6866 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dr.embersfield1551 hmmm it's based on books, it is already written. They just not to piece the stories together in a coherent manner.

    • @gambigambigambi
      @gambigambigambi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@silverwolf6866 it will be a ironed better with a great closure than that shit GoT which was a mess cuz the book wasnt finished yet.