I haven't heard any criticisms? He has really come into his own in midlife with some brilliant acting, and his interviews are so witty, wasn't a fan in his younger years with the typecast foppish young upper class brit but now, wow, just awesome talent, intellect and humour, a big fan.
He is a very witty and smart person, and clearly a hard working and talented actor, but I think what makes him so great is how honest he is and how deeply he understands the human condition
I’m loving Hugh in his older phase, he’s taking roles where he gets to explore weird and whimsical characters. He’s a much better actor than many have him credit for in the late 90s/early 2000s
I ignore viewers who sell fine actors short, for they show themselves too ignorant to be taken seriously. If a critic sells a fine actor short, I despise them for taking themselves too seriously to give proper credit, when it's due. I thereby find I can safely set aside bad criticism, one sort for being ignorant and amateurish, the other sort for being disingenuous and corrupt.
C 10 years ago I couldn’t bear this guy and refused to watch any of his films. I’ve still not seen them but I might now as he spears mellow, self aware and just a better guy.
The thing I've noticed about Hugh that I haven't really seen in any other actor that's been around for a while, is growth not just as an actor but as a person. He's always been erudite and witty, but he's just more comfortable with himself now. I think that's helped his acting and given him range. It's lovely to see.
Agree, he didn’t really seem to act much in those romcom films, but has branched out in recent years ( he’s great in Paddington 2, and the tv series A very English Scandal for example)
That scene was creative and unique; memorable for me as well. Notting hill still stands out as one of my favorite movies. (( 🤍Julia + Hugh together 🤍 )) 😊
Same here. Loved him in Love Actually and Sirens, but enjoy his recent villainous roles even more. If you've never seen Russell's very campy Lair of the White Worm, it's fairly amusing and he's one of the leads.
@@evelynwaugh4053golly, did you see A Very British Scandal (or is it A Very English….?)? With Ben Whishaw. Both are fantastic. I hadn’t seen Hugh in anything for YEARS and now actively watch anything he’s in incl Heretic.
So it turns out Hugh is an incredibly hard-working and driven performer. Every performance is accompanied by deep study, research, and thought. Huge respect for this artist.
Love how he doesn’t take himself too seriously and is very self aware - sublime humor, aging so well, and just refreshingly charming while not trying to be ❤
Hugh Grant would be someone I would love to sit with for hours listening to him. Adore his honesty and devotion for his works! Also he ages like fine wine, he looks better at his age than i thought. Always support you sir!
I think I've watched nearly everything he's done - he's just one of those actors that are incredibly captivating & I'm glad he's got such a wide variety of roles. Most of his films are fantastic, so there's that, too haha
My favourite fight scene of any film. Usually I fast forward through fist fights, sword fights etc. because they're so formulaic, but this one is just so realistic and funny.
I find it lovely that Hugh Grant expanded his career beyond the stuttering English fop. I think he could so easily have got himself trapped in that role, so it's wonderful to see him play a range of diverse roles. I especially loved seeing him in The Gentlemen. Hearing him discuss the depth of his process is also very interesting.
he is simply the BESt and it’s so refreshing to see someone being so unapologetically themselves without being afraid of being unlikeable with every word they say 😊 he is just a real person
Dry and rigid?? Hugh Grant is hilarious, beautifully in touch with his characters and incredibly self-deprecating. Brilliant. "Well done me." 😂 A lifetime of cinematic joy thanks to this wonderful actor. Thankyou Hugh.
What a fascinating commentary by Hugh Grant! He really is an outstanding actor! The research and preparation he puts into each acting role is phenomenal!
Getting older seems to have released him from the type casting he did suffer from a little in his younger days. He’s flourished and become a versatile, intelligent, wonderful actor to watch. I’d love to be at a dinner party with him - fascinating.
I watched Love Actually at the cinema when my first, proper, really important relationship of five years ended and it did massively cheer me up. Thank you Hugh, Richard & Co! There’s nothing like the humour, pain, silliness and romance of a noughties British romantic comedy to make you feel better about your miserable, disastrous life!
Growing up with Hugh Grant movies I haven’t realized how such a great actor he is. I have just realized that I love all the pictures of him that I have watch. Love him he’s the best
love that he has no illusions about what he did well and not so, or repeating the same character all that outspoken awareness of his flaws makes him so likeable and at the same time he overcame that and became better and better over the years... not many actors have such a developement over 45 or 50. But he does..
I love how much thought Hugh put into every role regardless of their seriousness. As a fellow Brit I find him very warm and thoughtful! A great actor and human being for certain 😊❤️
He has become a more compelling because of his roles...and a brilliant actor..he is just so honest about his craft...that takes alot knowledge about your characters to do that...just brilliant. Love his interviews.
@@malinlongva Don't forget the other hits that were showed in the fllm by the fictional band: Pop-When Alex did those retro solo gigs playing Meaningless Kiss at that balrroom event + Dance With me Tonight at the theme park!
I love Hugh Grant. I think he’s more thoughtful than people give him credit for. And I think he’s owned the wonky bits of his public life and just kind of soldiered on to the next thing.
18:51 “I think all behaviour is compensation for some kind of suffering” is an amazing observation particularly in reference to this type of character.
When Hugh Grant was young, i couldn't be arsed with him and used to call him Huge Grunt After 'About a Boy', i slowly warmed to him, and now that he's so real, humourous and grumphy, i adore him.
@@meeeka Yes it came out a few years ago. It's called Bridget Jones' Baby and it's actually so cute! The first movie is one of my absolute favorites and the second is meh but the third is great. Little wary of the 4th...
@@SilviaPStoneI'll pretend the 4th one doesn't exist. (I know it's based off a book, but I don't care as I don't like to read stuff like this, I like entertaining movies, I prefer to read more serious stuff). I'll advise you not to watch it either if you like Mr Darcy...
This was by far a lot more interesting than most of these can’t fair career look backs. Also makes me realise I’ve missed a couple of gems that I need to watch
Missing was his deliciously slimy role in "The Gentlemen". Absolutely fascinating and creepy Fletcher, the narrator who guides us through the storyline and makes you want a long hot, shower after each encounter. Was delightful to watch Mr Grant dial up the repulsive factor to the limit. Loved watching his performance in this film.
It's amazing to see this glance into how seriously he takes what he does. He always is so self-deprecating that its hard to see but ...he's very intentional.
Love Hugh Grant. When is he getting his lifetime achievement Oscar! - His track record is stunning. His romantic leads were all gentlemen - it wasn’t that they didn’t have balls - they were real gentlemen. Can’t surpass him. Love love love 🧡😚😍
Wow, his passion and care for every single role comes through. The amount of studying and analysis he does to prepare for these roles is lovely to hear a tiny portion of.
Hugh Grant seems to be exactly the type of person I really get on well with - absolutely straight and down to earth about everything. As we say in England, he plays a straight bat. Says it as he sees it with complete humility. I'm a huge fan.
I’ve always felt that like yin and yang it takes an immense amount of bravery to be vulnerable. The actors who understand this will always be the best. I think this is something Hugh has been able to do really well. To be this famous and still maintain a level of normality is a balance that’s not easy to maintain. And the fact that he doesn’t hide how hard it must be makes him that much more easier to like.
People criticize Grant for being too dry or rigid, but he's also very self-aware - and that's MUCH more than can be said for most celebrities.
The people who do that are just Americans who don't understand British dry deadpan humor. They can be safely ignored.
Hugh, or Cary?
Also, self- deprecating… a very English trait!
Sign of intelligence
I haven't heard any criticisms? He has really come into his own in midlife with some brilliant acting, and his interviews are so witty, wasn't a fan in his younger years with the typecast foppish young upper class brit but now, wow, just awesome talent, intellect and humour, a big fan.
He is a very witty and smart person, and clearly a hard working and talented actor, but I think what makes him so great is how honest he is and how deeply he understands the human condition
Have loved Hugh Grant since Elizabeth Hurley and the safety pin dress! ❤😂🎉
@@JessicaQuatromoni yyyeesss, we are all such loyal fanssss
That fight with Colin Firth goes on for ages and is absolutely hilarious.
I went to watch it in theatre alone when it came out. I was sitting on the edge of my seat. Loved it!
Best thing in these movies are scenes between Colin and Hugh, especially those fights! Love them!
I could listen to him talk all day. Incredible wit and intelligence.
He testified in a trial against a newspaper and even there he was entertaining!
@@martalisabrondin9390 is there any video of that?
I’m loving Hugh in his older phase, he’s taking roles where he gets to explore weird and whimsical characters. He’s a much better actor than many have him credit for in the late 90s/early 2000s
I ignore viewers who sell fine actors short, for they show themselves too ignorant to be taken seriously. If a critic sells a fine actor short, I despise them for taking themselves too seriously to give proper credit, when it's due.
I thereby find I can safely set aside bad criticism, one sort for being ignorant and amateurish, the other sort for being disingenuous and corrupt.
He learned on the job
@@DameAlys I felt like I read ole' English there or by an aristocrat! In that voice too!
I watched Maurice the other day for the first time, and I can't believe that was his first movie. Just a natural.
C 10 years ago I couldn’t bear this guy and refused to watch any of his films. I’ve still not seen them but I might now as he spears mellow, self aware and just a better guy.
6:35 “the villain is a washed up actor who is incredibly vain and no one likes and we thought of you” - bloody priceless👏👏👏👏👏👏
I love his little laugh after he says this😂
The thing I've noticed about Hugh that I haven't really seen in any other actor that's been around for a while, is growth not just as an actor but as a person. He's always been erudite and witty, but he's just more comfortable with himself now. I think that's helped his acting and given him range. It's lovely to see.
Indeed! He's gotten more and more interesting with age, too! I didn't care too much for him in his earlier acting years 😂
Agree, he didn’t really seem to act much in those romcom films, but has branched out in recent years ( he’s great in Paddington 2, and the tv series A very English Scandal for example)
Yes, he seems happier.
such a lovely observation!
This is a profound observation. I agree!
LOVED that seemingly one-camera shot scene in Notting Hill of him walking thru the seasons
Also, his turn(s) in Cloud Atlas
Yes!! I love that scene as well. ❤
That scene was creative and unique; memorable for me as well. Notting hill still stands out as one of my favorite movies.
(( 🤍Julia + Hugh together 🤍 )) 😊
“Ain't No Sunshine” set the scene to perfection 😍
I loved that scene as well. A brilliant way to portray his lasting melancholia.
He's brilliantly self-deprecating, sarcastic and funny. His roles in the last few years have been superb. I can't wait to see Heretic.
Sarcasm is a very British defence mechanism. I use it frequently.
Saw it today, brilliant!!
Same here. Loved him in Love Actually and Sirens, but enjoy his recent villainous roles even more. If you've never seen Russell's very campy Lair of the White Worm, it's fairly amusing and he's one of the leads.
@@evelynwaugh4053golly, did you see A Very British Scandal (or is it A Very English….?)? With Ben Whishaw. Both are fantastic. I hadn’t seen Hugh in anything for YEARS and now actively watch anything he’s in incl Heretic.
It's a great performance.
I love him! I love how grumpy he is, he doesn’t fake to be someone else and is aware of how annoying he can be
He’s kind of like Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones in that way. Can be friendly and affable, but doesn’t suffer fools.
And how utterly charming!
So it turns out Hugh is an incredibly hard-working and driven performer. Every performance is accompanied by deep study, research, and thought. Huge respect for this artist.
He always was. Even in his early films he was understated but wonderful - Maurice, Remains of the Day, Sense and Sensibility.
"A chiropractor had to be summoned to the set" 🤣🤣🤣
Yeah 😂😂😂😅😅
SHOTS FIRED; Colin Firth is a shellfish!
Grant is going through a renaissance
Rematch incoming!
WOW... "the pain of love". How freakin' true is that statement? How F-ing wonderful is this re-watch?
He’s now actually one of the most unique actors around. I love this phase of Hugh Grant ! He seems to get better and deeper after every movie !
The fight scenes in Bridget Jones are epic! I love that they kept it real, and that Hugh straight up called Collin weak 😂
Love how he doesn’t take himself too seriously and is very self aware - sublime humor, aging so well, and just refreshingly charming while not trying to be ❤
Hugh Grant would be someone I would love to sit with for hours listening to him. Adore his honesty and devotion for his works! Also he ages like fine wine, he looks better at his age than i thought. Always support you sir!
Hugh is an actor who I’ll watch in any movie just to see him. He’s fantastic.
I think I've watched nearly everything he's done - he's just one of those actors that are incredibly captivating & I'm glad he's got such a wide variety of roles. Most of his films are fantastic, so there's that, too haha
Me too. Love him
I love that fight scene in Bridget Jones. It is so realistic. LOL
This American female thought it was just perfectly pathetic. They probably apologized to each other when it was over.
My favourite fight scene of any film. Usually I fast forward through fist fights, sword fights etc. because they're so formulaic, but this one is just so realistic and funny.
Interesting insight at the end: "I think all behaviour is compensation for some kind of suffering." Brilliant actor.
I find it lovely that Hugh Grant expanded his career beyond the stuttering English fop. I think he could so easily have got himself trapped in that role, so it's wonderful to see him play a range of diverse roles. I especially loved seeing him in The Gentlemen. Hearing him discuss the depth of his process is also very interesting.
But he did it so well!!!
@ he did!
he is simply the BESt and it’s so refreshing to see someone being so unapologetically themselves without being afraid of being unlikeable with every word they say 😊 he is just a real person
Hugh Grant is brilliant. He REALLY has purpose in every move and every line. The best of the best.
Dry and rigid?? Hugh Grant is hilarious, beautifully in touch with his characters and incredibly self-deprecating. Brilliant. "Well done me." 😂 A lifetime of cinematic joy thanks to this wonderful actor. Thankyou Hugh.
Such wit, intelligence, talent, self deprecation and self awareness… incredible actor one of my faves❤
Self absorbed yes, but somehow with his insight, wit and self-deprecation, Hugh Grant is incredibly lovable 💖
I've never heard any woman say anything truly bad about Hugh Grant. Women love his bad boy, cut little boy behavior.
What a fascinating commentary by Hugh Grant! He really is an outstanding actor! The research and preparation he puts into each acting role is phenomenal!
Love that he is so candid. Would have liked to have seen his take on "Four Weddings and a Funeral" as well as "About a Boy".
He did, for another segment a few years ago. Search for it on yourube
You can find another similar video of him talking about those films on TH-cam.
Yes I saw that earlier video, he said at that time that "about a boy" was his favorite of his films.
@@AnnaKhKem Thanks -- I'll check that out!
One of my new favorite things in life is watching Hugh Grant talk about his movie roles.
Same! If I come across an interview with him, I now always stop and watch because he's charming, grumpy and funny
Getting older seems to have released him from the type casting he did suffer from a little in his younger days. He’s flourished and become a versatile, intelligent, wonderful actor to watch. I’d love to be at a dinner party with him - fascinating.
My favorite Hugh Grant film is “About a Boy”, so punishingly awkward but lovely haha
Mine too, it s brilliant!
I agree with “About a Boy”, I love the vulnerability and authenticity.
Agree. His best performance…..in my opinion
What a lovely interview with him! Really enjoyed seeing his dry humour and how he works on a script, character, his view on emotions etc……❤
I watched Love Actually at the cinema when my first, proper, really important relationship of five years ended and it did massively cheer me up. Thank you Hugh, Richard & Co! There’s nothing like the humour, pain, silliness and romance of a noughties British romantic comedy to make you feel better about your miserable, disastrous life!
Amen x
Listening to Hugh Grant speak is suddenly more productive than going to therapy
Growing up with Hugh Grant movies I haven’t realized how such a great actor he is. I have just realized that I love all the pictures of him that I have watch. Love him he’s the best
I think eve he did not know and found out later. Lucky as.
Yes!
He's not wrong about Love Actually it is totally about the pain of love
I simply ADORE him
I've loved him as an actor since Sense and Sensibility!
I think he is hilarious and I love that he throws barbs at Colin Firth any chance he gets 😆 Paddington 2 is a masterpiece!
love that he has no illusions about what he did well and not so, or repeating the same character all that outspoken awareness of his flaws makes him so likeable and at the same time he overcame that and became better and better over the years... not many actors have such a developement over 45 or 50. But he does..
I love how much thought Hugh put into every role regardless of their seriousness. As a fellow Brit I find him very warm and thoughtful! A great actor and human being for certain 😊❤️
I just have so much respect for him. He takes all of his roles so seriously and thoughtfully.
Should have done About A Boy. One of my favorites ever!
Definitely one of his best!
It was my disappointment as well!!
Me too!
He didn't do 9 months either..one of his best
This was so nostalgic and has inspired me to binge watch some of his films over Christmas 😊🎅
i wish they'd discussed maurice but i also loved how he just randomly shared phoenix buchanan lore lmao
“Colin Firth is a shellfish.” KINGSMAN!!!
Incredible actor with so much range.
I find it fascinating to learn how an actor prepares for a role. Hugh Grant just gets better and more interesting.
Brilliant portrayal of Jeremy Thorpe. It was that role that made me see what a superb actor he is.
I forgot about that role! Yes, agreed, he was superb.
Watch Maurice (1987).
I really hope he gets an Oscar nomination for Heretic - normally career noms are cringe but he'd deserve it 100%.
Wtf
He has become a more compelling because of his roles...and a brilliant actor..he is just so honest about his craft...that takes alot knowledge about your characters to do that...just brilliant. Love his interviews.
Pros: 19 minutes of Hugh talking :)
Cons: None of those minutes discussing About A Boy :(
Agreed!!!!
My favorite performance by him
My favourite Hugh Grant movie!
About A Boy is a classic
Or The Gentlemen and Four Weddings
Music and Lyrics should be included on the list.
"pop goes my heart "
what a movie!
**hip thrust**
Said no one ever! lol.
@@malinlongva Don't forget the other hits that were showed in the fllm by the fictional band: Pop-When Alex did those retro solo gigs playing Meaningless Kiss at that balrroom event + Dance With me Tonight at the theme park!
Two weeks notice mentioned! That is honestly my favourite romcom he has done and I feel like it doesn’t get talked about as much as any of the others.
It’s my favorite also along with About a Boy
There are very very few men who are like a fine wine when it comes to aging, but you Mr Grant are one of the first on that list.
Love the Colin Firth slander 😂😂
Him with Harrison ford are the most I don't give a f*** about anything guys😂
Tommy Lee Jones too.
Thanks VF, this was properly delightful.
I love Hugh Grant. I think he’s more thoughtful than people give him credit for. And I think he’s owned the wonky bits of his public life and just kind of soldiered on to the next thing.
3:25 "why does my character doesn't have any balls" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Why doesn't you not doesn't have any transcription capabilities?
Firth&Grant are my favourite English actors❤️🔥❤️🔥
His acting chops finally shone in 'A very English Scandal'.
Yes he was brilliant in that.
Heretic was absolutely fantastic. His acting made the film for me, the two girls were also brilliant in different ways 👏
18:51 “I think all behaviour is compensation for some kind of suffering” is an amazing observation particularly in reference to this type of character.
I was about to write this comment and saw yours!
Love hear him talking in so much detail! Where is part 2!!!🎉
Hugh Grant has always been my absolute favorite. He makes me laugh immediately.
I think Hugh Grant has a Bond villain in his near future. He could smash it.
No one may remember, but I'll never forget the masterpeice that is Music and Lyrics (2007)
"Pop goes my heart" 🎵🎶😄
I could watch him talking like this all day. He seems to be as engaging as a person as he is phenomenal as an actor.
When Hugh Grant was young, i couldn't be arsed with him and used to call him Huge Grunt
After 'About a Boy', i slowly warmed to him, and now that he's so real, humourous and grumphy, i adore him.
sorry, that made me chuckle 😆 huge grunt is hilarious
I used to feel that way because I hate rom-coms and then I watched Maurice, the first film he ever did. That movie broke me.
Hugh never takes himself too seriously, and I love that :)
I love that he just gave away the plot for Bridget Jones 4 just like that
I was wondering what he was talking about!
Is there already a BJ3?
@@meeeka Yes it came out a few years ago. It's called Bridget Jones' Baby and it's actually so cute! The first movie is one of my absolute favorites and the second is meh but the third is great. Little wary of the 4th...
@@SilviaPStoneI'll pretend the 4th one doesn't exist. (I know it's based off a book, but I don't care as I don't like to read stuff like this, I like entertaining movies, I prefer to read more serious stuff).
I'll advise you not to watch it either if you like Mr Darcy...
Sense & Sensibility is still my favorite role of his. Would have loved to see him react to that.
Hugh Grant playing Hugh Grant…in stockings.
@dominaevillae28 lol. Exactly!
This was by far a lot more interesting than most of these can’t fair career look backs. Also makes me realise I’ve missed a couple of gems that I need to watch
Missing was his deliciously slimy role in "The Gentlemen". Absolutely fascinating and creepy Fletcher, the narrator who guides us through the storyline and makes you want a long hot, shower after each encounter. Was delightful to watch Mr Grant dial up the repulsive factor to the limit. Loved watching his performance in this film.
"Colin is very weak." 😅😅😅
He is sooo evil about dear Colin I believe he (Hugh) is just jelly that CF has an Oscar!
We love his beef with Colin haha
@@takinghugh well it is pretty amusing!
He was never at all
@@MelissaHash Its clear they are friends or he wouldn't talk this way about him
Love the dry humor. Not everyone gets. Great actor.
Such a great actor... one of my all time favorite movies is About A Boy, hope that's in here too ❤
04:48 “Colin’s very weak” 😂
It's amazing to see this glance into how seriously he takes what he does. He always is so self-deprecating that its hard to see but ...he's very intentional.
I could listen to Hugh for hours
I’m extremely impressed by how down to earth Hugh grant is here .bravo ❤👏👏👏👏
6:13 - the pure instant joy he gets re-watching this scene is pretty lovely
I saw Heretic last night and he is DEFINITELY going to get an Oscar nomination for it. Electrically terrifying.
Great Actor, great person, very Smart which i think is much unappreciated these days. He’s great!
Love Hugh Grant. When is he getting his lifetime achievement Oscar! - His track record is stunning. His romantic leads were all gentlemen - it wasn’t that they didn’t have balls - they were real gentlemen. Can’t surpass him. Love love love 🧡😚😍
Hugh Grant is like wine, he gets better with age.
Just absolutely love him to pieces on screen and off. He is one of my heroes.
Wow, his passion and care for every single role comes through. The amount of studying and analysis he does to prepare for these roles is lovely to hear a tiny portion of.
This was a really interesting interview understanding Hugh’s process. Many thanks.
Paddington 2 isn't just a kids film. Ifa absolutely a family film! Cant wait for Paddington 3.
Love Hugh and his sense of humor. His movies have become part of my life.
Hugh Grant seems to be exactly the type of person I really get on well with - absolutely straight and down to earth about everything. As we say in England, he plays a straight bat. Says it as he sees it with complete humility. I'm a huge fan.
All these years he’s been my #1 actor. There’s this charm to him that’s not over the top. He is so sweet without being over the top. ❤❤❤
“hehehe”
-Hugh Grant
I’ve always felt that like yin and yang it takes an immense amount of bravery to be vulnerable. The actors who understand this will always be the best. I think this is something Hugh has been able to do really well. To be this famous and still maintain a level of normality is a balance that’s not easy to maintain. And the fact that he doesn’t hide how hard it must be makes him that much more easier to like.
Wow! What incredible depth! A fantastic insight into how a truly great actor works.
missing "Music & Lyrics" tho 😢 utterly charming 80s POP star 🤩
I loved him the most in About a Boy….he was hysterically funny 😂❤