@@Bigsky1886 he was such a waste on fallout, i got all excited to see him and then...... yeah.... LMAO i really hope they have more scenes with him in the next seasons, he's always so incredible to watch
Wait what? Michael thought he was hired to play a friendly good guy named Henry not knowing he was going to portray one of the best villains in TV history? Wow!
Ben Linus original didn't was planed as a main character, but ABC was so happy with his performance they made out of him a full time role. Jack also wasn't meant to be a role over six seasons. Original being played by Michael Keaton and being killed by the Monster after the Pilot episode. Kate sholud be the leader and main character, but because Lilly is canadian, it wasn't even clear if she could work outside of canada. So Jack became the main role of LOST.
@@enorma29 Some of the most interesting and well written works of literature in history were made up as they went along. Having a fully fleshed out plan from the start can be extremely limiting to creativity, and I don't think Lost would have been half as interesting as it turned out to be if that were the case.
Wow, you have an exciting life. I just made it to the end of season 3.. And that's all I can do. Very long, very b******* e here and there mixed in with some good stuff. But not good enough to waste that much time. 5 times?. Is it like over a hundred hours for the hole show?
@@miragexl007 dude- I get it- it's not for everyone- you probably have a favorite show that you watch too, that other people can't get into- but it takes all kinds to play on earth- I didn't watch it 5 times in lockdown- 5 times since 2006
@@miragexl007 Jesus Christ I think u need to calm the fuck down. For some people this show meant a lot to them so if they love it then why do u give a fuck
Michael Emerson seems extraordinarily nice, kind, humble, honest, interesting and funny. Out of all the Lost actors he seems like he’d be the best company for dinner. Except maybe Evangeline Lilly, but that is for less honourable reasons.
I think I have seen LOST about 15 times if not more. I am so addicted to the show. I go a couple of months without seeing it than I re watch it. It is such an amazing show. I got about 30 people to watch it thus far and ALL have loved it.
Holy hell. I liked it but I couldn’t watch it again, it’s very long and gets quite repetitive. The main draw that made it so interesting for me was the whole mystery of the others, then it just turns into a dharma fest. It is good though, but I’d rather rewatch the sopranos but I’ve seen that enough times now.
I liked when he says “who cares” after another character explains how many other people will die, it’s funny how he just doesn’t care as long as it doesn’t affect him at all.
How underrated is Michael Emerson and his characters? Person Of Interest is another underrated banger and Harold Finch is a super character.. Petition for a Lost prequel?!
man im watch lost with my wife and seeing her see things for the first time reminds me of when i saw it as a young teenager i love the heck out of the show even now 10 years later there are things i pick up on that i missed during my first view of the show
Jurassic Gamer It’s pretty amazing how well it’s held up after all these years. Sure, it had its flaws but it’s incredible storytelling. Very cool to be able to enjoy it a second time around through the eyes of your wife. 👍🏻
@@ReallyFamous deffinetly she balled like a baby when charlie died last week and was in shock when he wrote "not penny's boat" were coming on the 5th season now just after the man you interviewed moved the island.
@@JurassicGamer2 Charlie! And Not Penny's Boat! I haven't seen that scene in years, but it's so vivid in my memory! I like Michael so much, I sometimes forget how I felt about Ben back then!
Jurassic Gamer I know your comment was 4 months ago but I’ve seen lost 8 times now currently on my 9th viewing :) and honestly there still stuff I pick up for the first time even after so many views
I’m going to wait many years before I watch Lost again so I can fully appreciate it again. It’s my favourite tv show of all time so I have to make the best of it
After seeing this, I checked out the whole podcast episode. Excellent work, you really got Michael Emerson to go into places I didn't expect him to in an interview. I found what he said about his father's passing and the play he did around that time really touching. I believe the show he did that caused him to set aside dealing with the grief was Person of Interest, and it just feels terrible that the character he played in POI lost his father to Alzheimer's. I can imagine it being an emotional rollercoaster for him.
Glad you checked out the podcast! And I really appreciate your feedback. I have to say, Michael is one of my favorite interviewees. He was totally open to talking in a way that was honest, thoughtful and real. I think you're spot-on. We both felt emotional when he talked about his father. Nice to know it came through to you too. It's interesting to think about him playing Harold Finch on POI knowing that may have been going on at the time. Very insightful feedback -- thank you.
I never got the public's fascination with actors, never looked at the credits, never knew the name of an actor except through pop-cultural osmosis, until Michael Emerson. The man's a genius and I hope they cast him in more roles.
Amy Kukleva That’s so interesting, Amy. I guess there’s just something about Michael. He’s so deep and analytical. I really enjoyed talking to him and fully agree with you. Hope he’s in many more roles to come! (I’m not sure if you’ve seen Evil on CBS, but it’s been renewed for season 2, so we can look forward to that.)
Michael’s opinion on the mysteries matches mine COMPLETELY! Trying to find explanations to all the mysteries isn’t the right way to handle the show, when it’s the characters’ journeys that matter the most. It’s a magic island, no one knows all the answers - it’s like demanding to see the shark in Jaws, once you see it it’s just a rubber shark!
Wow, thanks for your stellar feedback! I loved talking to Michael and I was so intrigued by his thoughts on Lost, life and everything else. I appreciate your appreciation and really glad you enjoyed it!
seems to me that the way he just acts without creating a backstory for the character is the very motivation why his character is so hard to grasp and to understand what he's up to. he just stays in the moment, in the scene, so there is nothing that gives things away
Great interview! I gained even more respect for Michael's skills in listening to this : ) LOVE his and Terry's idea for a show! Here's to hoping someone finally picks it up.
There's one scene in Lost where he walks up to a bar in the desert. I said to a friend, "That's what a secret agent looks like." Not Sean Connery. Michael Emerson. You wouldn't even notice him in a room. So forgettable but possibly utterly dangerous!
I kind of have a crush on Michael Emerson. Smart, insightful, nerdy actor? Yes please. Also he's just such a great character actor and he should read Dagoth Ur's lines b/c Michael Kirkbride.
What a great actor, it's a shame that the project with Terry O'quinn didn't happen. I watched Person of Interest before I saw Lost so it was really weird for me seeing him as Linus at his introduction to the show, but what a phenomenal performance he put on in both roles.
I like to think the Terry O'Quinn project may still happen eventually - who knows! (Fingers crossed.) I saw him in Lost first but he was excellent in POI too.
I fell I love with Ben long before it was clear he was being played by the man in black. He like many on the island lived by eko's final confession; "I did not ask for the life that I was given, but it was given nonetheless and with it I did my best". Ben is a gravely mistreated & misunderstood character which makes him relatable & loveable
It did turn out far more intriguing and intricate than I thought it would be, like when Ethan first appeared my base thoughts basically thought he was just some psycho rapist from the others who were probably some other lowly psycho rapists, well turned out how wrong I was and them being very well organised.
feriland 92 glad you liked it! I hope you get to meet him someday. It was a real pleasure sitting down with him and talking about so much. There’s also a full podcast (more than an hour with Michael). If you’d like to listen, here’s the link... enjoy! www.reallyfamouspodcast.com/now/michael-emerson
The character of Ben was the first time I had seen Michael act. I absolutely loathe that character. However, the sign of a great actor, 4 me at least, is when the actor can make u feel sorry for him, when he’s being harmed, when 4 months u wanted 2 strangle him. Michael did this for me when he played Ben. So much so, I was so excited to c that he was back on tv w/ playing another character on “Person of Interest”. I absolutely LOVED that show bc of of Michael & Jim, 2 extremely talented actors.
I bet we will see a reimagined version someday. Shows like battlestar galactica have a certain time cycle, even if its 20-30 years. The stories were SO compelling. They will love seeing current or undiscovered actors in these parts, even if its hard to imagine now. Theres Hurley's time as island protector. Theres an endless need for new protectors and candidates. Any protector gets tired of being immortal after 2000 years. It was an honor and a privilege to watch this amazing show. There were stories like Eko & Walt that were changed due to circumstances with the actors that can still be explored too. If the creators are still around, they can still be consulted an interviewed, and may have new ideas. Im still sad sun, jin, sayid, and jack had to die, but happy endings are not in vogue anymore.
Obviously, any given viewer is completely allowed to dislike something they watch, including the ending of a major TV show. Having said that, in all my experience within the fan community over the years, well over 50% of those people who "hated" the LOST ending (particularly in a visceral way), when I hear their explanation why, that opinion is born out of objectively incorrect information. Something they've come to believe that is simply factually wrong. The show actually answered a huge majority of the "mysteries", there's plenty they quite literally spell out to the audience (even perhaps to the detriment of serving its dramatic purpose). You can not like WHAT the answer to something was, but to say it wasn't given at all is just not true. And yeah, a good bit of those answers still took lots of contemplation on the audience's part, but I'm a friggin idiot, if I understood it, trust me anyone could lol
I sure hope there's never a spin off of Lost. The show ended and it ended well. The story is finished. No need to ruin a great story with a pointless continuation of something that's already ended. I'm pretty sure the writers are smart enough to know this though and will never do it.
Agreed, but I’d have said the same thing about Watchmen and that was fabulous. Granted, that means there’s only one person who can pull it off... Damon Lindeloff!
@Cillian Murphy it would need to be a reboot. We already know the island and it's secrets and that's part of what captivated us so much and kept us glued to our seats. A sequel with the same island wouldn't be as special since we know what happened and who resided there.
Having researched recently I think the only way it could be done is with the kids, next generation style. There was never a satisfying payoff for all the intrigue around Aaron especially.
Michael Emerson was to Lost like Eli Wallach was to The good the bad and the ugly. Only the highest caliber of actor can play such a complicated and multi faceted character.
I still laugh at how, during the final season, the folks who had been on the island became aware of their time on the island when they experienced some kind of "love connection", but for Ben Linus, it happened when he was getting the tar beat out of him!
There was nothing wrong with the ending of Lost. Certainly nothing that made watching six seasons a waste of time. The writing was brilliant, and fans really love these characters more than should be possible for a TV show. The connections, the set-ups and pay-offs between characters and episodes and seasons are such a rich, intricate tapestry, you could spend two decades unraveling it all. Lost is one of the greatest television shows ever made. A perfect storm of talented artists. The most beautiful soundtrack ever put to a series. Flawed, for sure, but lightning in a bottle.
I like your analysis, Leon. I simply loved Lost at the time. I'm ok with the ending. I do wish certain questions were answered and I do wish the sci-fi elements were toned down (personal preference), but it was undoubtedly a stellar show. Loved it!
Husband and I just finished watching Lost last night. Neither of us had watched it when it originally aired. I was Hooked by the first episode, and so did my husband who hates all Series. I loved the ending. "Ben" got beat up so many times! More than any character? While he didn't go into the Church at the end, he had "some things to work out", and that was appropriate, in my opinion. Michael, I loved you in Person of Interest. It was a series that wasn't given the recognition it deserved and why Taraji P. Henson doesn't seem to be mentioned (in interviews and articles) for her role it it. Sad. Thanks for this video.
Why did we like ben? The answer is simple. Because Michael is Ben by default! Listen to his answers! He didn't need a script to be ben linus! Such a great actor ❤️
Its nice of him to characterize his offhand mention that Benjamin was the leader of the Others as something the writers were planning from the start. They clearly just took his suggestion and ran with it because, with the benefit of hindsight, they had no idea where they were going. They owe him a writing credit.
He is enchainting, at first he was so miserable and sad and i felt sorry for him, aftrr that we didnt know if we could trust him, and he was mystetious and it was attracting attention, then when we discovered we got decieved it was mind boggling, then we discovrred how smart he is and it was charisma attracting
13:55 I love that so much lol. Exactly how I feel lol I think people who hate lost hated it for not understanding it and that can be fixed by explaining not just the show to them but the philosophy that drives the show. Their minds could be changed. But I agree it would take a little bit of time. Best summery I’ve seen is 5 and a half hours long. Lol But it’s not the worst way to waste your time. The enrichment Lost can bring to you when you get what it’s going for and accept/appreciate it for what it is, that’s worth the time and effort.
Ah, I'd also love to have Terry O'Quinn on my show. Must've been interesting to sit next to him. He's in this season of FBI: Most Wanted, but it's a small part. We need more of him on TV, imho!
@@ReallyFamous He wasn’t interested in conversation, & I had just left Albuquerque, where I had been taking care of my cousin with stage 4 breast cancer. I told him that I loved his portrayal of John Locke. We were stuck together in 1st class for 2 hours. He wasn’t very friendly, & I couldn’t stop crying. He was over me. Still, a pretty cool encounter.
I just thought he was a really interesting character from hearing he was born well been on the island since a child, made me wonder what he must have seen and known. Plus he was very intelligent or seemed to be.
Whatever show he and Terry O'Quinn were cooking up, I would've watched the hell out of that! They are two of the finest (largely) unsung character actors of their generation - if they had a chance to team up again after Lost, why did ABC not write them a blank check?
Michael Emerson, as first Henry Gale, then Benjamin Linus in my opinion was the best actor on Lost. had Anthony Hopkins not been able to play the role of Hannibal Lechter, Michael could have. Lost is my all time favorite. i found it to be the perfect combination of ALL genres. sci-fi, drama, romance, and even some comedic moments. as a fan, if i was to see any of the cast members out in public nothing would thrill me more than to talk to them. but i'd be hesitant to approach them for the following reasons. maybe they don't wanna be bothered, and if i approached them they could be offended by the invasion of privacy and i can respect that. to say something Ben Linus might say, i'd want them to want to talk to me. also, and this might seem extreme, i've heard many stories where big name actors that played characters that were supposed to be nice, when approached by fans were anything BUT nice. in fact sometimes downright abusive. if this were to happen it would ruin my whole perception of them and the show. So, at the end of the day, unless they initiated contact with me, as hard as it may be I'd be inclined to acknowledge them then just leave them alone. at the very least i could tell my friends and family hey i got to see that person in real life and in my opinion that's a win in and of itself
I’m happy to say I can vouch for Michael in real life. He’s one of the nicest, most thoughtful people. A little reserved, maybe - so I’m not sure how he feels about being approached on the street - but something tells me he’d be very gracious and wouldn’t disappoint.
@@ReallyFamous wel miss kara, i live in a small ohio town, i dont get out much and have no idea where id run into the guy or any other cast member lol. but i can honestly say i did see in person a temporary cast member in person. it was actor clancy brown who played calvin of the hatch. i was a background person in the shawshank redemption and he was the head guard
He felt guilty 'bout everything he had done, I mean, he killed his own father...got his own daughter killed (unintentionally), he killed John Locke, ALL the Dharma people. among other awful things... After everyone was gone from the island, he presumably spent a lot of years with Hurley doing good on the island and making up for what he had done, but in The End, he still felt guilty...
First time watching one of your videos, great interview! Very enjoyable, fun listen Came here for Ben Linus, but you Kara, took all my attention! Wow, you're so beautiful. You are a real catch 🙂
Did you see anyone age on the island? Lol Ben (from child) Rouso Alex (from baby) Aaron Charlotte (from child) Jacob (from child) Man in black (from child) Miles (from baby) Miles’ father I’m sure I’m missing some
He was off the island tho, I think its like a Neverland thing, dont age on the island, but whatever that "magic" is, doesn't carry over when you leave, its not in you, its in the Island. Now that I think of it... The Island... and Neverland... hm.... lol
@@captahab6370 except Sawyer jokes about how tall he is, before he is ever taken off the island. That may be why they had to remove him from the show, they couldn't show him staying the same age, but it is acknowledged in show that he grows on the island. Because he is not brought back once he leaves, until after the show is over.
@@LilyUnsub Richard gets grey hair bc Jacob dies I thinks and being touched by Jacob is what made him immortal. So it’s like his tie to immortality faded
People loved Benjamin Linus so much cause Michael Emerson is such a solid actor!
Mefi Good point! Every time Michael enters the frame, he elevates the entire show. Such a good actor!
i told my wife the same thing :D
Agreed. Ben was a complete butthole but ME made him fun to watch.
He was great in FALLOUT also!
@@Bigsky1886 he was such a waste on fallout, i got all excited to see him and then...... yeah.... LMAO i really hope they have more scenes with him in the next seasons, he's always so incredible to watch
Michael Emersons and his acting is what made us really love the character of Benjamin Linus
Made me hate him tbh
@@marinabmendoza5877 We loved to hate him!
I loved the actor the character was evil.
2:30 so THAT'S why Henry Gale was so convincing at first!
wariolandgoldpiramid at first I liked him but then he lied to everyone so I hate him
Wait what? Michael thought he was hired to play a friendly good guy named Henry not knowing he was going to portray one of the best villains in TV history? Wow!
Tell me about it! That was just insane.👍👍👍
@@mrgeorge1888 It really is!
Ben Linus original didn't was planed as a main character, but ABC was so happy with his performance they made out of him a full time role.
Jack also wasn't meant to be a role over six seasons. Original being played by Michael Keaton and being killed by the Monster after the Pilot episode. Kate sholud be the leader and main character, but because Lilly is canadian, it wasn't even clear if she could work outside of canada. So Jack became the main role of LOST.
@@enorma29 Some of the most interesting and well written works of literature in history were made up as they went along. Having a fully fleshed out plan from the start can be extremely limiting to creativity, and I don't think Lost would have been half as interesting as it turned out to be if that were the case.
@@enorma29 Sometimes better ideas come out spontaneously
Watching his and Terry O’ Quinn acting together is getting me through the home shelter in place
Great idea. They're both so good on their own. Put them together and it's perfection!
he and Terry O'Quinn were the two bests actors on the show in my opinion, i love them
Both are great but there are so many good actors on Lost.
Just watched LOST again for the 5th time during lockdown!! The whole series is on HULU!!
And on amazon prime
Wow, you have an exciting life. I just made it to the end of season 3.. And that's all I can do. Very long, very b******* e here and there mixed in with some good stuff. But not good enough to waste that much time. 5 times?. Is it like over a hundred hours for the hole show?
@@miragexl007 dude- I get it- it's not for everyone- you probably have a favorite show that you watch too, that other people can't get into- but it takes all kinds to play on earth- I didn't watch it 5 times in lockdown- 5 times since 2006
@@miragexl007 Jesus Christ I think u need to calm the fuck down. For some people this show meant a lot to them so if they love it then why do u give a fuck
@@miragexl007 why do you care so much about what other people do with their lives?
Michael Emerson seems extraordinarily nice, kind, humble, honest, interesting and funny. Out of all the Lost actors he seems like he’d be the best company for dinner.
Except maybe Evangeline Lilly, but that is for less honourable reasons.
Michael is such a good actor, loved watching him on lost
Watching again and man... This man is ridiculously good.
I fully agree...ridiculously good. 👍🏻
I think I have seen LOST about 15 times if not more. I am so addicted to the show. I go a couple of months without seeing it than I re watch it. It is such an amazing show. I got about 30 people to watch it thus far and ALL have loved it.
TH-cam channels also react to the series. Jimmy Macram, American Mum, Sora Miyano, Hogwarts Reacts, The Normies, etc.
Holy hell. I liked it but I couldn’t watch it again, it’s very long and gets quite repetitive. The main draw that made it so interesting for me was the whole mystery of the others, then it just turns into a dharma fest. It is good though, but I’d rather rewatch the sopranos but I’ve seen that enough times now.
With the way AI and BCIs are going, you will be able to experience Lost as if you are there and live inside the fictional world.
Ben Linus was evil, but so very funny with it - kept turning up like a bad penny. He made the show.
I liked when he says “who cares” after another character explains how many other people will die, it’s funny how he just doesn’t care as long as it doesn’t affect him at all.
Late to the party and just finished binge watching LOST. Really really enjoyed it, great actors, great story, great escapism. What a nice guy.
Better late than never, Jon 🙌🏻 Lost feels timeless. And Michael is such a nice guy.
I loved the endings of LOST and Person Of Interest.
"Its like playing two songs...on the same day." Wheels came off that metaphor in the end xD
Michael Emerson is just a wonderful actor and a very intelligent man. I have nothing but respect for him.
Emerson is a legend! Wish he worked more in movies, as much as i love his work in television
Agreed! He's in a new CBS show called Evil now ... you can catch season 1 on Netflix. I think they just started filming season 2.
Person of Interest was amazing.
i LOVED the ending to Lost, its my favorite show of all time
Benjamin Linus and Harold Finch will be my favourite characters!!
How underrated is Michael Emerson and his characters?
Person Of Interest is another underrated banger and Harold Finch is a super character..
Petition for a Lost prequel?!
What an actor he is, made the show so much better
Most impressive actor of the show.
Ryan Anderson very true!
man im watch lost with my wife and seeing her see things for the first time reminds me of when i saw it as a young teenager i love the heck out of the show even now 10 years later there are things i pick up on that i missed during my first view of the show
Jurassic Gamer It’s pretty amazing how well it’s held up after all these years. Sure, it had its flaws but it’s incredible storytelling. Very cool to be able to enjoy it a second time around through the eyes of your wife. 👍🏻
@@ReallyFamous deffinetly she balled like a baby when charlie died last week and was in shock when he wrote "not penny's boat" were coming on the 5th season now just after the man you interviewed moved the island.
@@JurassicGamer2 Charlie! And Not Penny's Boat! I haven't seen that scene in years, but it's so vivid in my memory! I like Michael so much, I sometimes forget how I felt about Ben back then!
Jurassic Gamer I know your comment was 4 months ago but I’ve seen lost 8 times now currently on my 9th viewing :) and honestly there still stuff I pick up for the first time even after so many views
I’m going to wait many years before I watch Lost again so I can fully appreciate it again. It’s my favourite tv show of all time so I have to make the best of it
After seeing this, I checked out the whole podcast episode. Excellent work, you really got Michael Emerson to go into places I didn't expect him to in an interview. I found what he said about his father's passing and the play he did around that time really touching. I believe the show he did that caused him to set aside dealing with the grief was Person of Interest, and it just feels terrible that the character he played in POI lost his father to Alzheimer's. I can imagine it being an emotional rollercoaster for him.
Glad you checked out the podcast! And I really appreciate your feedback. I have to say, Michael is one of my favorite interviewees. He was totally open to talking in a way that was honest, thoughtful and real. I think you're spot-on. We both felt emotional when he talked about his father. Nice to know it came through to you too. It's interesting to think about him playing Harold Finch on POI knowing that may have been going on at the time. Very insightful feedback -- thank you.
I never got the public's fascination with actors, never looked at the credits, never knew the name of an actor except through pop-cultural osmosis, until Michael Emerson. The man's a genius and I hope they cast him in more roles.
Amy Kukleva That’s so interesting, Amy. I guess there’s just something about Michael. He’s so deep and analytical. I really enjoyed talking to him and fully agree with you. Hope he’s in many more roles to come! (I’m not sure if you’ve seen Evil on CBS, but it’s been renewed for season 2, so we can look forward to that.)
Check out the show Person of Interest. He's one of the 2 main characters and does a fantastic job. Great show too!
When Tywin Lannister, Heisenberg, and Benjamin Linus are fighting for space in my head as champion of greatest characters ever written EVER!
Michael’s opinion on the mysteries matches mine COMPLETELY! Trying to find explanations to all the mysteries isn’t the right way to handle the show, when it’s the characters’ journeys that matter the most. It’s a magic island, no one knows all the answers - it’s like demanding to see the shark in Jaws, once you see it it’s just a rubber shark!
I have the most ludicrous crush on this man. But please don't tell anyone xxx 😆😆😆❤️❤️❤️❤️
He's the best. And no worries, it's just between you and me! ;) 😆
Wow I was so impressed with this interview! So perceptive and insightful which really brought the best out of Michael
Wow, thanks for your stellar feedback! I loved talking to Michael and I was so intrigued by his thoughts on Lost, life and everything else. I appreciate your appreciation and really glad you enjoyed it!
seems to me that the way he just acts without creating a backstory for the character is the very motivation why his character is so hard to grasp and to understand what he's up to. he just stays in the moment, in the scene, so there is nothing that gives things away
Interesting take on that. He's definitely very present in every scene. Maybe that's part of it.
Michael's own character Ben ages on the island. Great interview, though!
Glad you liked it, Lost Lowdown!
this is one of the best Hollywood interviews I've watched, great conversation
Your comment just made my day -- thanks MrColinwith1L! Glad you enjoyed my talk with Michael. Hope you'll subscribe and watch more. :)
richard aged on the island after jacob dies. miles plucked a grey hair out of his head.
Best performance on LOST goes to Michael without a doubt. Ben is my favorite character by far
Great interview! I gained even more respect for Michael's skills in listening to this : ) LOVE his and Terry's idea for a show! Here's to hoping someone finally picks it up.
There's one scene in Lost where he walks up to a bar in the desert. I said to a friend, "That's what a secret agent looks like." Not Sean Connery. Michael Emerson. You wouldn't even notice him in a room. So forgettable but possibly utterly dangerous!
Love this take!!!!
Quality interview
Thanks James -- much appreciated!
I love you Ben. Loved POI.
LOST has the greatest ending of all time, just behind Six Feet Under.
Flo Sad Yes, the Six Feet Under finale was amazing!
I kind of have a crush on Michael Emerson. Smart, insightful, nerdy actor? Yes please. Also he's just such a great character actor and he should read Dagoth Ur's lines b/c Michael Kirkbride.
So glad i finally own every episode. I may watch it all over again for the 4th time..
One of the most amazing well-written and well-acted characters ever!
What a great actor, it's a shame that the project with Terry O'quinn didn't happen. I watched Person of Interest before I saw Lost so it was really weird for me seeing him as Linus at his introduction to the show, but what a phenomenal performance he put on in both roles.
I like to think the Terry O'Quinn project may still happen eventually - who knows! (Fingers crossed.) I saw him in Lost first but he was excellent in POI too.
"She means nothing to m--" BANG! (Commercial break.) I think I'm still traumatized by that.
I think he summed it up, in the first few lines. Big fan of linguistic potency.
his voice and the way he spoke sent shivers down my spine while watching Lost
am i the only one who loved to ending? a few holes where left but it was a great finale
I fell I love with Ben long before it was clear he was being played by the man in black. He like many on the island lived by eko's final confession; "I did not ask for the life that I was given, but it was given nonetheless and with it I did my best". Ben is a gravely mistreated & misunderstood character which makes him relatable & loveable
Solving the mystery of Lost was the most mind-blowing experience I have ever had.
It did turn out far more intriguing and intricate than I thought it would be, like when Ethan first appeared my base thoughts basically thought he was just some psycho rapist from the others who were probably some other lowly psycho rapists, well turned out how wrong I was and them being very well organised.
We loved him, yet we loved Ben getting the crap beat out of him too. Strange! I feel it was a dark in-joke with the writers!!
I havent seen this before! Thanks for sharing! You cant imagine how jelly I am my dream is to talk to Mr. Emerson, he's my fav actor :)
feriland 92 glad you liked it! I hope you get to meet him someday. It was a real pleasure sitting down with him and talking about so much. There’s also a full podcast (more than an hour with Michael). If you’d like to listen, here’s the link... enjoy! www.reallyfamouspodcast.com/now/michael-emerson
@@ReallyFamous thank you, I'll have a look! I tried his Instagram and also messaged Carrie before... No answer :( maybe one day
The character of Ben was the first time I had seen Michael act. I absolutely loathe that character. However, the sign of a great actor, 4 me at least, is when the actor can make u feel sorry for him, when he’s being harmed, when 4 months u wanted 2 strangle him. Michael did this for me when he played Ben. So much so, I was so excited to c that he was back on tv w/ playing another character on “Person of Interest”. I absolutely LOVED that show bc of of Michael & Jim, 2 extremely talented actors.
My name is Henry Gale from Minnesota !
I bet we will see a reimagined version someday. Shows like battlestar galactica have a certain time cycle, even if its 20-30 years. The stories were SO compelling. They will love seeing current or undiscovered actors in these parts, even if its hard to imagine now. Theres Hurley's time as island protector. Theres an endless need for new protectors and candidates. Any protector gets tired of being immortal after 2000 years. It was an honor and a privilege to watch this amazing show. There were stories like Eko & Walt that were changed due to circumstances with the actors that can still be explored too. If the creators are still around, they can still be consulted an interviewed, and may have new ideas. Im still sad sun, jin, sayid, and jack had to die, but happy endings are not in vogue anymore.
Such a damned good actor.
Obviously, any given viewer is completely allowed to dislike something they watch, including the ending of a major TV show. Having said that, in all my experience within the fan community over the years, well over 50% of those people who "hated" the LOST ending (particularly in a visceral way), when I hear their explanation why, that opinion is born out of objectively incorrect information. Something they've come to believe that is simply factually wrong. The show actually answered a huge majority of the "mysteries", there's plenty they quite literally spell out to the audience (even perhaps to the detriment of serving its dramatic purpose). You can not like WHAT the answer to something was, but to say it wasn't given at all is just not true. And yeah, a good bit of those answers still took lots of contemplation on the audience's part, but I'm a friggin idiot, if I understood it, trust me anyone could lol
I am always for Team Ben.
One of my favorites, brilliant in his delicacy
Unforgettable character. Rich and immersive.
I sure hope there's never a spin off of Lost. The show ended and it ended well. The story is finished. No need to ruin a great story with a pointless continuation of something that's already ended. I'm pretty sure the writers are smart enough to know this though and will never do it.
Agreed, but I’d have said the same thing about Watchmen and that was fabulous. Granted, that means there’s only one person who can pull it off... Damon Lindeloff!
@Cillian Murphy it would need to be a reboot. We already know the island and it's secrets and that's part of what captivated us so much and kept us glued to our seats. A sequel with the same island wouldn't be as special since we know what happened and who resided there.
Having researched recently I think the only way it could be done is with the kids, next generation style. There was never a satisfying payoff for all the intrigue around Aaron especially.
@Cillian Murphy me too!
Any kind of spin off would ruin the perfection of lost
I would love to see a Benjamin Linus, redemption reboot!
Michael Emerson was to Lost like Eli Wallach was to The good the bad and the ugly. Only the highest caliber of actor can play such a complicated and multi faceted character.
Favorite show ever!❤️
I still laugh at how, during the final season, the folks who had been on the island became aware of their time on the island when they experienced some kind of "love connection", but for Ben Linus, it happened when he was getting the tar beat out of him!
extraordinary actor. any scene with him in it was intense and memorable
There was nothing wrong with the ending of Lost. Certainly nothing that made watching six seasons a waste of time. The writing was brilliant, and fans really love these characters more than should be possible for a TV show. The connections, the set-ups and pay-offs between characters and episodes and seasons are such a rich, intricate tapestry, you could spend two decades unraveling it all. Lost is one of the greatest television shows ever made. A perfect storm of talented artists. The most beautiful soundtrack ever put to a series. Flawed, for sure, but lightning in a bottle.
I like your analysis, Leon. I simply loved Lost at the time. I'm ok with the ending. I do wish certain questions were answered and I do wish the sci-fi elements were toned down (personal preference), but it was undoubtedly a stellar show. Loved it!
Husband and I just finished watching Lost last night. Neither of us had watched it when it originally aired. I was Hooked by the first episode, and so did my husband who hates all Series. I loved the ending. "Ben" got beat up so many times! More than any character? While he didn't go into the Church at the end, he had "some things to work out", and that was appropriate, in my opinion. Michael, I loved you in Person of Interest. It was a series that wasn't given the recognition it deserved and why Taraji P. Henson doesn't seem to be mentioned (in interviews and articles) for her role it it. Sad.
Thanks for this video.
He's quite cool!, I'm watching Lost right now, and Ben is such a good character!, I love him!
He sure is. As much as I love Jack, Kate, Sawyer, Desmond, etc -- Ben Linus may be the best character.
Why did we like ben? The answer is simple. Because Michael is Ben by default! Listen to his answers! He didn't need a script to be ben linus! Such a great actor ❤️
he nailed it tbh
We all want lost 2.0
You could be any of the characters that you played so darn well Michael. To me you'd be Zep.
I love his pitch for his show with Terry, sounds like a US version of Bottom
I know, right?!? I would LOVE to see that show.
Great interview. I would love to see some actors from Lost together for an interview !
I love that idea. Glad you enjoyed our talk!
Michael is such a delight
Its nice of him to characterize his offhand mention that Benjamin was the leader of the Others as something the writers were planning from the start. They clearly just took his suggestion and ran with it because, with the benefit of hindsight, they had no idea where they were going. They owe him a writing credit.
I dunno it was pretty clear what their intentions were with him getting captured. He just didn't know yet.
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Michael Emerson is so cool!
He is enchainting, at first he was so miserable and sad and i felt sorry for him, aftrr that we didnt know if we could trust him, and he was mystetious and it was attracting attention, then when we discovered we got decieved it was mind boggling, then we discovrred how smart he is and it was charisma attracting
phenomenal actor
I believe his stage acting made him the best actor!
I hope Michael and Terry will do the lazy old conmen series still. I would watch it.
I love the way he talks
We need a new reunion!
Almost 20 years. Definitely!
13:55 I love that so much lol.
Exactly how I feel lol
I think people who hate lost hated it for not understanding it and that can be fixed by explaining not just the show to them but the philosophy that drives the show. Their minds could be changed.
But I agree it would take a little bit of time.
Best summery I’ve seen is 5 and a half hours long. Lol
But it’s not the worst way to waste your time.
The enrichment Lost can bring to you when you get what it’s going for and accept/appreciate it for what it is, that’s worth the time and effort.
I sat next to Terry O’Quinn on a plane. More handsome in person. Obviously, weary of being approached. He reminded me that he had done more than Lost.
Ah, I'd also love to have Terry O'Quinn on my show. Must've been interesting to sit next to him. He's in this season of FBI: Most Wanted, but it's a small part. We need more of him on TV, imho!
@@ReallyFamous He wasn’t interested in conversation, & I had just left Albuquerque, where I had been taking care of my cousin with stage 4 breast cancer. I told him that I loved his portrayal of John Locke. We were stuck together in 1st class for 2 hours. He wasn’t very friendly, & I couldn’t stop crying. He was over me. Still, a pretty cool encounter.
And a story for the rest of your life. [Sorry to hear about your cousin.]
I just thought he was a really interesting character from hearing he was born well been on the island since a child, made me wonder what he must have seen and known. Plus he was very intelligent or seemed to be.
Whatever show he and Terry O'Quinn were cooking up, I would've watched the hell out of that! They are two of the finest (largely) unsung character actors of their generation - if they had a chance to team up again after Lost, why did ABC not write them a blank check?
Ben was one of my favorites. Juliette was the other.
Fans grew to like Ben because Michael nailed the part.
Michael Emerson, as first Henry Gale, then Benjamin Linus in my opinion was the best actor on Lost. had Anthony Hopkins not been able to play the role of Hannibal Lechter, Michael could have. Lost is my all time favorite. i found it to be the perfect combination of ALL genres. sci-fi, drama, romance, and even some comedic moments. as a fan, if i was to see any of the cast members out in public nothing would thrill me more than to talk to them. but i'd be hesitant to approach them for the following reasons. maybe they don't wanna be bothered, and if i approached them they could be offended by the invasion of privacy and i can respect that. to say something Ben Linus might say, i'd want them to want to talk to me. also, and this might seem extreme, i've heard many stories where big name actors that played characters that were supposed to be nice, when approached by fans were anything BUT nice. in fact sometimes downright abusive. if this were to happen it would ruin my whole perception of them and the show. So, at the end of the day, unless they initiated contact with me, as hard as it may be I'd be inclined to acknowledge them then just leave them alone. at the very least i could tell my friends and family hey i got to see that person in real life and in my opinion that's a win in and of itself
I’m happy to say I can vouch for Michael in real life. He’s one of the nicest, most thoughtful people. A little reserved, maybe - so I’m not sure how he feels about being approached on the street - but something tells me he’d be very gracious and wouldn’t disappoint.
@@ReallyFamous it's very refreshing to hear that. not that id ever get the chance to meet the guy but now i'm not so scared lol
@@kennethrisner8648 you never know 😅
@@ReallyFamous wel miss kara, i live in a small ohio town, i dont get out much and have no idea where id run into the guy or any other cast member lol. but i can honestly say i did see in person a temporary cast member in person. it was actor clancy brown who played calvin of the hatch. i was a background person in the shawshank redemption and he was the head guard
What an intelligent an thoughtful man. The question I have is why Ben didn't join the others in the Chapel in the finale.
I think maybe is waiting for Alex..
He felt guilty 'bout everything he had done, I mean, he killed his own father...got his own daughter killed (unintentionally), he killed John Locke, ALL the Dharma people. among other awful things... After everyone was gone from the island, he presumably spent a lot of years with Hurley doing good on the island and making up for what he had done, but in The End, he still felt guilty...
“Can I get ya some lemonade” 😂😂😭
First time watching one of your videos, great interview! Very enjoyable, fun listen
Came here for Ben Linus, but you Kara, took all my attention! Wow, you're so beautiful. You are a real catch 🙂
Hey thanks, Charlie. Glad you’re enjoying the show! And Michael Emerson is so great - one of my favorite actors and guests 👍🏻
omg Ben is alive!
Did you see anyone age on the island? Lol
Ben (from child)
Rouso
Alex (from baby)
Aaron
Charlotte (from child)
Jacob (from child)
Man in black (from child)
Miles (from baby)
Miles’ father
I’m sure I’m missing some
Name a more iconic duo than Ben Linus and 🥊
Did you see ANYONE age on the Island? WALT!!!!!
He was off the island tho, I think its like a Neverland thing, dont age on the island, but whatever that "magic" is, doesn't carry over when you leave, its not in you, its in the Island. Now that I think of it... The Island... and Neverland... hm.... lol
@@captahab6370 except Sawyer jokes about how tall he is, before he is ever taken off the island. That may be why they had to remove him from the show, they couldn't show him staying the same age, but it is acknowledged in show that he grows on the island. Because he is not brought back once he leaves, until after the show is over.
Alpert gets a grey hair, does that count?
@@LilyUnsub Richard gets grey hair bc Jacob dies I thinks and being touched by Jacob is what made him immortal. So it’s like his tie to immortality faded
great actor.
Was it true that they hired him just as a guest star but from his performance nade him one of the nost important charecters in LOST
Time does have a meaning, they were pressing the button every 108 seconds