Saw her this weekend as Lear and spent a minute talking to her outside after the play. What a thrill! I told her I had last seen her in '79 as Cleopatra at the Old Vic, when I was 20 years old and studying at Cambridge. She quickly corrected me that it was at the Aldwych Theatre. She was absolutely delightful, and her Lear was so much fun to watch.
She is wonderful! Delightfully feisty!!! I love seeing her working at her craft - or enjoying her craft still no matter what age she is!!! She's strong, witty, hardworking, and still taking on challenges here! I love it! What an inspiration she is for the rest of us getting on in our senior years!!!
"Three Tall Women" was the first time I had seen Glenda Jackson in anything. I was aware of her, but haven't seen any of her performances on stage, film or television. All I could say is, "Wow! What an amazing actress!" I gonna have to do my homework and start watching her stuff. I'm grateful that it was "Three Tall Women" on Broadway that introduced me to her.
@@philipcochran1972 I'm definitely gonna check it out. Sadly TH-cam and the public libraries don't have the series. Hopefully I'll find it soon. Especially since I'm a history buff and I'm fascinated about Elizabeth 1. I've heard a bunch of people say they love Blanchett as Elizabeth, but Jackson still carries the title as "The Number one Best Actress to ever play Queen Elizabeth." My family and I are probably gonna take another trip to NYC, and hopefully Glenda will still be on Broadway playing 'King Lear.' Ha! And would love to also see Laurie Metcalf in 'Hillary and Clinton.'
Glenda is as good as they get, period! Love Streep, but she's not Glenda. She may have more Oscars, but again, as Glenda said: It doesn't make you better. Love her attitude about awards.
Glenda's right- Meryl's Oscars don't make her better. At the most, her commitment does. I think if it can be done, I would like to see a project for an American female actor that matches Glenda's style and talent. Maybe an empowering drama with her and Jane Fonda?
I wonder what Glenda Jackson's thoughts are on the movie The Iron Lady (2011), although I am sure she didn't see it because she wanted nothing to do with Thatcher.
I wish Glenda was still a M P, she had such way of standing up to the Torys and said it as it was, real shame as we need her more than ever, but i wish her well and its wonderful to see her back doing what she does best, bless her.
She is one of the greatest actors britian ever produced . I could not believe it when she gave up the stage for politics. However its great to see her back
Just seeing this interview on the day Glenda Jsckson left this Earth. I loved her in A Touch of Class in 1974 when I was a teenager and thought she was the coolest, most modern woman! She definitely was!
Glenda Jackson is who I want to be. Feisty. Subtle, but not afraid to kick your arse, and ready to make the ultimate comback. And I'm American, by the way.
I admire her a lot. What an example of work ethic. I lived in her constituency, and I sent her a letter about something and got a signed response. My Glenda Jackson autograph sits in my drawer :-D
I saw her on stage in the West End twice in the ‘70’s . You could not take yr eyes off her. A stunning, low key, non showy, honest actor. She is real. A modern woman. Where did feminism go wrong? If you get the chance to see her live - beg, buy or steal a ticket.
What I take stock of now is that she, like Julie Andrews, was never asked to speak w an American accent. There is no reason Dr House couldn't have been British, nor Kristin Scott-Thomas in many of her US roles. But, accent apart, if such is possible, she is simply a v great actress. I love her here as well. Oscars, Oscars. I hope she won at least one BAFTA.
I'm not trying to prove or start anything here but here are the facts. Glenda Jackson was completely OUT of acting from 1992 to 2015 (23 years) when was a Labour MP. She had no TV, film, or stage credits during that period. In that same time period, two old colleagues (and rivals?) from WAAAY back -- Judi Dench and Maggie Smith -- rose to new fame to a younger generation of audience. Most of Judi Dench's Oscar nominations and wins were in fact won between 1992 to 2015 (Mrs. Brown in 1997, Shakespeare in Love in 1998, Iris in 2001 and Chocolat in 2002 to name a few). Maggie Smith was, of course, already winning acting awards and nominations for small and wide screen before 1992 but it was between 1992 and 2015 that she found new fame with a new generation of audience with Harry Potter (2001-2011) and Downton Abbey (2010-2015). Glenda Jackson has not returned to film or TV since she returned to her old profession in 2016. I wonder how the terrain will change for her generation of female actors (Sylvia Syms, Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Diana Rigg, Vanessa Redgrave, Maggie Smith, Sian Phillips, to name some of them) now that she's back? But of course these acting treasures are not to be seen as rivals. We are all extremely luck to be alive at a time when these giants of stage and screen are still churning out performances.
I don't think she knows what she's talking about. There are literally hundreds of films from the 30's and 40's for where the principal character is a woman, ensemble cast made up largely of women, the themes meant to be of principal interest to a female audience. The actresses where remarkably strong women playing strong characters. However, the actresses tended to speak well, move beautifully and be what was thought of as attractive. ..and today...?
1:08 I admire Glenda Jackson but this is an absurd comment. Women were often in films because they were attractive or because a sexual element might make a film more commercially successful (and people can justifiably argue that this was a sexist or objectifying attitude) but having women in the film to prove that the lead male character wasn't gay is just ridiculous.
8:22 It's odd that she would interrupt a question, saying she didn't want to talk about her career and then immediately proceeds to talk about... her career... I can't help thinking that she would have reacted completely differently if it was a woman that was interviewing her. A very fine actress but hard to like and with an attitude that seems to suggest a dislike/resentment of men.
"The Iron Lady"? FYI if you think her politics were so great, Thatcher wasn't "mopped" by her political opponents but the even greater monstrosities in her own party.
They did work together back in the 1970s. Glenda was Elizabeth I and Vanessa Mary Queen of Scots. They were rivals in that film. Are they rivals in real life? I think when one gets to their age (Glenda is 82 and Vanessa is 81), you don't think of rivalries anymore.
Awards are so often the first thing mentioned and emphasized in interviews like this. How Typical. How Boring. Jackson put the interviewer in his place, but I'm sure he hasn't learned a thing.
She recently played King Lear on Broadway. A woman playing a man's role... What would she say if there was a revival of Three Tall Women with three male actors? I think we all know...
@Gary Hudoff III And what have you accomplished compared to this woman who has achieved success in two very demanding fields? Your comment seems to be made out of a state of insecurity.
Perhaps you mean "biddy." "Bitty" is a colloquial measurement denoting size (the song about the spider and the water spout), not misogynistic jargon for a geriatric female. Your case is less persuasive with the wrong word. Just sayin'.
Of all the things you could have written in praise or not. You chose a rather stupid catchphrase. She is articulate uses language you are an idiot probably a deeply disappointed idiot - otherwise you would be so bitter.
She never had plastic surgery and her spirit is as fiery and captivating as ever.
Glenda has always been a favorite of mine since I watched her as Elizabeth the first in the pbs drama. She is one terrific actress!
Kathy Dunnavant Yes!!!! The wonderful Elizabeth R. Excellent performance, won the Emmy for Best Actress. She was superb in that.
Saw her this weekend as Lear and spent a minute talking to her outside after the play. What a thrill! I told her I had last seen her in '79 as Cleopatra at the Old Vic, when I was 20 years old and studying at Cambridge. She quickly corrected me that it was at the Aldwych Theatre. She was absolutely delightful, and her Lear was so much fun to watch.
Wow. What a woman. She speaks her mind and I Love it.!
doug avila She's not rude about it, either. She's just honest, assertive - herself! I'm so glad you like her.
She is wonderful! Delightfully feisty!!! I love seeing her working at her craft - or enjoying her craft still no matter what age she is!!! She's strong, witty, hardworking, and still taking on challenges here! I love it! What an inspiration she is for the rest of us getting on in our senior years!!!
I love her. I just saw the Play. I love her in one of my favorite films Sunday Bloody Sunday 1971
"Three Tall Women" was the first time I had seen Glenda Jackson in anything. I was aware of her, but haven't seen any of her performances on stage, film or television. All I could say is, "Wow! What an amazing actress!" I gonna have to do my homework and start watching her stuff. I'm grateful that it was "Three Tall Women" on Broadway that introduced me to her.
strongly recommend you watch the bbc mini series 'elisabeth R'
@@philipcochran1972 I'm definitely gonna check it out. Sadly TH-cam and the public libraries don't have the series. Hopefully I'll find it soon. Especially since I'm a history buff and I'm fascinated about Elizabeth 1. I've heard a bunch of people say they love Blanchett as Elizabeth, but Jackson still carries the title as "The Number one Best Actress to ever play Queen Elizabeth."
My family and I are probably gonna take another trip to NYC, and hopefully Glenda will still be on Broadway playing 'King Lear.'
Ha! And would love to also see Laurie Metcalf in 'Hillary and Clinton.'
Glenda is as good as they get, period! Love Streep, but she's not Glenda. She may have more Oscars, but again, as Glenda said: It doesn't make you better. Love her attitude about awards.
Glenda's right- Meryl's Oscars don't make her better. At the most, her commitment does. I think if it can be done, I would like to see a project for an American female actor that matches Glenda's style and talent. Maybe an empowering drama with her and Jane Fonda?
So many Oscar films are boring though and are made to get Oscars hence the name, Oscar Bait.
I wonder what Glenda Jackson's thoughts are on the movie The Iron Lady (2011), although I am sure she didn't see it because she wanted nothing to do with Thatcher.
And that year, Viola Davis should have won for The Help.
James Harris I would say Tilda Swinton for We Need To Talk About Kevin
I wish Glenda was still a M P, she had such way of standing up to the Torys and said it as it was, real shame as we need her more than ever, but i wish her well and its wonderful to see her back doing what she does best, bless her.
She is one of the greatest actors britian ever produced . I could not believe it when she gave up the stage for politics. However its great to see her back
A great actress, too,
she is as good as it gets ....brava!!!!!
Just seeing this interview on the day Glenda Jsckson left this Earth. I loved her in A Touch of Class in 1974 when I was a teenager and thought she was the coolest, most modern woman! She definitely was!
Glenda Jackson is who I want to be. Feisty. Subtle, but not afraid to kick your arse, and ready to make the ultimate comback. And I'm American, by the way.
I admire her a lot. What an example of work ethic. I lived in her constituency, and I sent her a letter about something and got a signed response. My Glenda Jackson autograph sits in my drawer :-D
I saw her on stage in the West End twice in the ‘70’s . You could not take yr eyes off her. A stunning, low key, non showy, honest actor. She is real. A modern woman. Where did feminism go wrong? If you get the chance to see her live - beg, buy or steal a ticket.
a wonderful woman! God Bless you Miss Jackson.
A very talented lady, God bless her and hope she stays in good health for a long time to come.
Shes awesome. I want to see that play with her and laurie metcalf
Love her!!!!!!
RIP Glenda Jackson
I’m surprised that the question of the #MeeToo movement wasn’t brought up. I liked her in House Calls.
I love her. A great actress and woman
What I take stock of now is that she, like Julie Andrews, was never asked to speak w an American accent. There is no reason Dr House couldn't have been British, nor Kristin Scott-Thomas in many of her US roles. But, accent apart, if such is possible, she is simply a v great actress. I love her here as well. Oscars, Oscars. I hope she won at least one BAFTA.
mckavitt Yes she has one BAFTA. She won it for Sunday, Bloody Sunday.
James Harris Thx for info. Glad to know that.
As well she should! It's a brilliant performance today, beautifully preserved in the Criterion Collection (the print is stunning).
beautiful soul, interesting lady, a lot of love does she has,
I love her.
Forgotten Glenda Jackson, not this old guy. I've hoped for years she would return to her art.
glenda Jackson the music lovers best performance
I'm not trying to prove or start anything here but here are the facts. Glenda Jackson was completely OUT of acting from 1992 to 2015 (23 years) when was a Labour MP. She had no TV, film, or stage credits during that period. In that same time period, two old colleagues (and rivals?) from WAAAY back -- Judi Dench and Maggie Smith -- rose to new fame to a younger generation of audience. Most of Judi Dench's Oscar nominations and wins were in fact won between 1992 to 2015 (Mrs. Brown in 1997, Shakespeare in Love in 1998, Iris in 2001 and Chocolat in 2002 to name a few). Maggie Smith was, of course, already winning acting awards and nominations for small and wide screen before 1992 but it was between 1992 and 2015 that she found new fame with a new generation of audience with Harry Potter (2001-2011) and Downton Abbey (2010-2015). Glenda Jackson has not returned to film or TV since she returned to her old profession in 2016. I wonder how the terrain will change for her generation of female actors (Sylvia Syms, Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench, Diana Rigg, Vanessa Redgrave, Maggie Smith, Sian Phillips, to name some of them) now that she's back? But of course these acting treasures are not to be seen as rivals. We are all extremely luck to be alive at a time when these giants of stage and screen are still churning out performances.
A wonderfull worker for grace hielding dementia😊
I don't think she knows what she's talking about. There are literally hundreds of films from the 30's and 40's for where the principal character is a woman, ensemble cast made up largely of women, the themes meant to be of principal interest to a female audience. The actresses where remarkably strong women playing strong characters. However, the actresses tended to speak well, move beautifully and be what was thought of as attractive. ..and today...?
@eoselan7 She's a very fine actress but she's clearly got a chip on her shoulder.
Stunning when young, looks like John hurt in drag now🤣
1:08 I admire Glenda Jackson but this is an absurd comment.
Women were often in films because they were attractive or because a sexual element might make a film more commercially successful (and people can justifiably argue that this was a sexist or objectifying attitude) but having women in the film to prove that the lead male character wasn't gay is just ridiculous.
stevie........cool.
8:22 It's odd that she would interrupt a question, saying she didn't want to talk about her career and then immediately proceeds to talk about... her career...
I can't help thinking that she would have reacted completely differently if it was a woman that was interviewing her.
A very fine actress but hard to like and with an attitude that seems to suggest a dislike/resentment of men.
Glenda Jackson is a great actress for sure. However, 'The Iron Lady' would have mopped the floor with her.
Mark Malcomb I doubt it. Glenda would have been her even change.
"The Iron Lady"? FYI if you think her politics were so great, Thatcher wasn't "mopped" by her political opponents but the even greater monstrosities in her own party.
Mark Malcomb I wonder.
Yeah sure. That's why millions partied when she died...
Vanessa Redgrave is shook
Gunnhild Edwards Shaken? I think not. Bet they respect each other.
"Stirred, not shaken."
They did work together back in the 1970s. Glenda was Elizabeth I and Vanessa Mary Queen of Scots. They were rivals in that film. Are they rivals in real life? I think when one gets to their age (Glenda is 82 and Vanessa is 81), you don't think of rivalries anymore.
I actually prefer Redgrave. She's Jackson with a touch of warmth.
Jackson deeply admired Redgrave.
Awards are so often the first thing mentioned and emphasized in interviews like this. How Typical. How Boring. Jackson put the interviewer in his place, but I'm sure he hasn't learned a thing.
She recently played King Lear on Broadway. A woman playing a man's role...
What would she say if there was a revival of Three Tall Women with three male actors?
I think we all know...
Old bitty
@Gary Hudoff III And what have you accomplished compared to this woman who has achieved success in two very demanding fields? Your comment seems to be made out of a state of insecurity.
Gary Hudoff III My foot.
Perhaps you mean "biddy." "Bitty" is a colloquial measurement denoting size (the song about the spider and the water spout), not misogynistic jargon for a geriatric female. Your case is less persuasive with the wrong word. Just sayin'.
Of all the things you could have written in praise or not. You chose a rather stupid catchphrase. She is articulate uses language you are an idiot probably a deeply disappointed idiot - otherwise you would be so bitter.