Spike Lee Answers Personality Revealing Questions | Proust Questionnaire | Vanity Fair

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  • Spike Lee answers Vanity Fair's Proust Questionnaire and then reflects on his answers. Through its origins as a parlor game made popular by Marcel Proust, the 35 questions are designed to reveal the nature of Spike's true personality. Who are his favorite writers? What is his greatest extravagance? What is the trait he most deplores in himself?
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  • @VanityFair
    @VanityFair  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

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    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spike Lee NEEDS to make that Jackie Robinson Film ; 50th anniversary of his death is next year ; and while Mrs . Robinson is still alive ... even if he must write a whole new script , Spike Lee can do it .
      Nobody else can bestow upon Jackie Robinson's story justice , glory , and dignity the way Spike Lee will . It doesn't matter if Denzel Washington is too old ; find a great talent who actually looks more like Jackie Robinson . Do the right thing and just do it .

  • @NickTemperistic
    @NickTemperistic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    Man, I don't even know what to say right now. When he started talking about Jackie Robinson I felt every single word that Spike was saying. If y'all ever get a chance to watch the movie 42 you need to. It's not a perfect Jackie Robinson movie but it's the best one that we've got right now and Chadwick Boseman did a great job. Another thing that I wanted to say is as a white man I will never ever be able to understand what African Americans go through/have gone through in this country/world. At the same time, I recognize the enormous responsibility that I have to make sure I raise my kids to respect and love everyone no matter what they look like. I can only hope for other white parents to do the same. In closing, I just wanna say that the only thing more legendary than Spike Lee is his powerful smile.

    • @kellyjones2977
      @kellyjones2977 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You dont know what it's like to be like alot of people racist

    • @NickTemperistic
      @NickTemperistic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@kellyjones2977 huh?

    • @aiyandi_
      @aiyandi_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      completely

    • @derriekt6584
      @derriekt6584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well said!

    • @mcplainview8376
      @mcplainview8376 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kellyjones2977 What?

  • @jillsalkin7389
    @jillsalkin7389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    He's always been so cool and open. A man to be admired.

    • @drei_thirteen
      @drei_thirteen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      admired by white hating shitbrains

  • @coopercarr9407
    @coopercarr9407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +275

    Vanity fair is just unleashing a barrage of proust questionnaire videos on us... and I like it

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      So much more dignified sitting down , having a conversation than that 73 Questions which makes you feel like you're getting the bum's rush out the door .

  • @ruinedfall
    @ruinedfall 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    i love how he’s unapologetic about not wanting to answer some questions. it takes confidence

    • @Bruno-nd2zw
      @Bruno-nd2zw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @Corpsefoot Gaming he is a public figure. Why should he say something that might compromise him?

  • @kalliana13
    @kalliana13 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Most powerful, underrated filmmaker of all time? This man right here. Spike Lee, you are an inspiration.

    • @pentz1
      @pentz1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's been mine for 30 yrs

  • @FreakieFan
    @FreakieFan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Dang man, the segment about Jackie Robinson....
    Powerful.

  • @brumfeldo
    @brumfeldo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +195

    So apparently Spike Lee is going to live until he's a hundred and fifty years old waiting for the Knicks to win the championship before he passes.

    • @blairjackson9318
      @blairjackson9318 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂😂

    • @LokiDWolf
      @LokiDWolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Shots fired! Shots fired! LOL!!!

  • @coopercarr9407
    @coopercarr9407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    The Jackie Robinson segment was beautiful. Thanks to Spike for sharing

  • @jenm3056
    @jenm3056 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    When Spike talks about Jackie, he is bringing tears to my eyes, too. Powerful.

  • @shellypuri2
    @shellypuri2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    'they know it's a lie, I know it's a lie; just tell the truth.' Yup.

  • @k0rikoko
    @k0rikoko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Protect Spike Lee at all costs

  • @henrydiaz5173
    @henrydiaz5173 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Why every time I look at Spike Lee's eyes is like he's about to go to sleep for a long time and never wanna wake up

  • @gardensofthegods
    @gardensofthegods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Spike Lee needs to make that Jackie Robinson film even if he has to rewrite the script . Do the right thing and just do it ... next year is the 50th anniversary of his death .
    Doesn't it matter if Denzel Washington is too old because there are plenty of talented people out there who actually look more like the legend . Would be a wonderful gift for Mrs. Robinson while she's still alive .

    • @Thespeedrap
      @Thespeedrap 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't we already got 42 but if Spike can make a better Jackie Robinson maybe he could find a better actor than Chadwick.

    • @derriekt6584
      @derriekt6584 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes. but he should make his Save Us, Joe Louis Drama 1st. He promised Budd Schulberg.

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@derriekt6584 I forgot about that , but , ( and I'm not being insensitive here , but Budd Schulberg died almost 11 years ago ) maybe it would be best to do the Jackie Robinson Film first while Mrs. Robinson is still here ... and afterwards still keep his promise to Budd Schulberg and get that finished .
      No doubt there are probably scores of people who would love to help Lee bring these two stories to fruition on film .

    • @bOmBAsTiK
      @bOmBAsTiK 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gardensofthegods He should've been the one to direct the James Brown movie as well, imo. Brian Grazer was the producer, I just don't get it. Chad was okay in the role (my opinion only), but I would've loved to see Spike's version and whether he'd have cast Chadwick or someone who could actually dance/move like the Godfather...

    • @gardensofthegods
      @gardensofthegods 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bOmBAsTiK It's been years since I saw that movie so honestly I can't remember what I thought of his dancing ... but I usually take issue when the actor really doesn't look anything like the person he is portraying and that was the case here .
      I thought it was a pretty good movie but yeah , it still would have been fascinating to see Spike Lee's version of James Brown's life .

  • @kimberlyc8983
    @kimberlyc8983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I love this guy so much; his honesty, his insight outlook, fearlessness. The list goes on and on. If I could just hang out and conversate with him. God bless 💝

  • @johnta17
    @johnta17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    whoa, that jackie robinson biopic would've been amazing. He has so much passion for the subject matter.

  • @valerioliva9872
    @valerioliva9872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So many people would love to sing, it’s a lovely thing to have an instrument within you.

  • @JordanNMusic
    @JordanNMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Never thought I’d see Spike Lee cry until now. Powerful

  • @terrehonbowden3472
    @terrehonbowden3472 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    love that response to the question "is NYC dead?"
    I'm not a New Yorker and I can tell you, REAL New Yorkers don't care.

    • @waylonmercy8125
      @waylonmercy8125 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      TerryHon Bowden ...hey long time no see how are you?

  • @Theimmortalmisfit
    @Theimmortalmisfit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    a very passionate man he is, love him

  • @nietzschesmuse
    @nietzschesmuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is so inspiring I love Spike Lee he has interesting view points. Thank you for this.

  • @markjlabella8869
    @markjlabella8869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made me cry. I agree with Spike on everything here. Especially Agent Orange. His handling of this pandemic was, in hindsight, dangerous to everyone in the front lines of it.

  • @nross940
    @nross940 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Years ago I was working for a music manager and film producer. On this occasion, the music manager was escorting one of his clients to the Grammys. However, he had bad news that he had to tell Spike which was that the UK artist wasn't willing to use his music in a Spike Lee joint (or a Pepsi commercial or anything else). So everyone went to the awards show and I was left alone in an office to let Spike down gently. He was truly disappointed (and yes, he said, "Baby, baby, baby please!" but completely authentic and cool about it.

  • @AlexGordonMusic
    @AlexGordonMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love that vanity fair still does this
    Reminds me of Hitch every time I see it, for some reason.

  • @treemerryweather
    @treemerryweather 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    my expectations for Spike Lee are always high and the reflections were way beyond anything i could have hoped to see. Akira Kurosawa and Jackie Robinson - i really want to see THAT movie and thankfully he didn't make the commercial that the powers that be had in mind.

  • @senzoblose2689
    @senzoblose2689 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Mr Lee is a legend🇿🇦🐐🙇🏽‍♂️🙇🏽‍♂️

  • @noemidiop8015
    @noemidiop8015 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I LOVE Spike Lee so much!😭❤️🙌🏽

  • @adolfopena7358
    @adolfopena7358 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm loving this new series.

  • @Can0nn0naC
    @Can0nn0naC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Just when I thought interviews were getting monotonous Vanity Fair does this segment. Love it

  • @jamilnorwood4269
    @jamilnorwood4269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love "pigeon-toed" Spike Lee. One of my FAVORite filmmakers. School Daze changed my life!

  • @louannwaters6691
    @louannwaters6691 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love you Spike! You are an inspiration. Your voice added an interesting perspective with your films. It was a gift to all of us.

  • @Original3523
    @Original3523 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great man always honest and sensitive.

  • @ImaniTolliver
    @ImaniTolliver 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So powerful and thoughtful. I love Spike’s openness and love for our people. Always will.

  • @llynnie888
    @llynnie888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Questions aside, I know this much about Spike Lee for sure. - He has the greatest laugh! I start laughing every time I hear him laugh. It's a gift.
    💞😇💞

  • @Nonya-abc
    @Nonya-abc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow, I loved this interview 💛💜

  • @hayleyannamathieson7261
    @hayleyannamathieson7261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like this guy. I admire him tremendously. A brilliant film 🎥maker.

  • @aidahwedo
    @aidahwedo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The fact that Lee teared up while discussing Jackie Robinson did reveal his character, but maybe not in the empathetic and cool way he thinks. Robinson was paid very well to go out and play a game. He had a support system and he endured some malicious bigoted people on the way to making his fortune. Sadly, he died too young to enjoy the fruits of his "labor."
    But you know who had a hard time in front of Mccarthy's "Un-American committee" and who was betrayed by Mr Jackie? It was my hero: Paul Robeson. He died young too. His son believes he was poisoned by the CIA among other injustices (passport taken, whitelisted, impoverished, disenfranchised, abandoned...), it was the last insult to a man of enormous talent, intellect, humanity and a tremendous athlete who didn't ever become anyone's performing simian.

    • @aidahwedo
      @aidahwedo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Paul Robeson paved the way for Jackie Robinson. In 1943, Robedon lead a delegation in talks with baseball honchos asking them to integrate baseball.

  • @peglamphier4745
    @peglamphier4745 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I admire that he's so clear about who he is that he'll not answer questions. I'd be eager to please and answer them all, also cause I wanted to get an A on the test. The cool to say no.... very cool.

    • @youmadbrah8450
      @youmadbrah8450 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right! Exactly what i was thinking.

  • @danielhoward6558
    @danielhoward6558 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, Spike seems so passionate about the Jackie Robinson project. I hope he doesn't give up and makes something out of it still, whether it's a documentary, series, or something else great! You can still do it Spike!

  • @soleplanter
    @soleplanter 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love, Light & Peace

  • @kellymyers7019
    @kellymyers7019 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Spike for your vulnerability, and your candor as always. I might just have to go watch Do The Right Thing again. I’m sporting my radio raheem tee today, and feeling the power of love over hate is strong xx peace ☮️

  • @paulcooper1046
    @paulcooper1046 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was born in 1972. While Casablanca is my favorite movie, 25th Hour is my favorite movie made during my lifetime. It's not too late to make the Jackie Robinson movie, Spike. Albeit with a lead other than Denzel. Quality transparency here. Cheers, mate.

  • @ernestocaro9802
    @ernestocaro9802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hope Spike Lee one day direct a Prince biopic.

  • @amosp.wellington6124
    @amosp.wellington6124 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy Birthday Spike!!!

  • @Neisha8686
    @Neisha8686 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Perfect he is LEGEND

  • @benhenderson8952
    @benhenderson8952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Spike’s prolly happy for Randles this season

  • @progressivelibertarianview8832
    @progressivelibertarianview8832 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    All good answers

  • @JP-kd9fq
    @JP-kd9fq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That Throne of Blood sweater 🔥

  • @KeiaJohn4-15
    @KeiaJohn4-15 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Spike is not going to Sugar Coat ANYTHING. Either you love him or you hate him. Great Interview overall, keep’em rolling VF ♥️

  • @truthbetold6011
    @truthbetold6011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love Spike movies♥

  • @BlvdTodd
    @BlvdTodd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, Mr. Spike Lee. 💙🧡💙🧡💙

  • @jacksonisonline2049
    @jacksonisonline2049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the jackie robinson part was powerful

  • @ZappaZappaDooo
    @ZappaZappaDooo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you Spike

  • @Jasmine-bd8yc
    @Jasmine-bd8yc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes Spike! Life long fan!

  • @Mac62671
    @Mac62671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He is so New York

  • @88PLR
    @88PLR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Legend ! 🏆
    Should’ve been had a Oscar.

  • @DFRANKLEY
    @DFRANKLEY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love the t-shirt spike ! Toshiro Mifune forever !

  • @slimbravo8778
    @slimbravo8778 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Favorite director, I used to not like fiction when I was younger though.

  • @amareesanchez5831
    @amareesanchez5831 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i looove this

    • @iliyano567
      @iliyano567 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Afro Latina? 😘😍😍

  • @GarrettBell
    @GarrettBell 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a legend

  • @Bruno-nd2zw
    @Bruno-nd2zw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The GOAT!

  • @byjacquelineb
    @byjacquelineb ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s still hope for that movie 🤍✨

  • @petermotta1623
    @petermotta1623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never give up on those Knickerbockers Spike ! #42..

  • @saiboo10
    @saiboo10 ปีที่แล้ว

    whole heartedly one of the most intelligent black men ever

  • @struggleyangqi
    @struggleyangqi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the 4 words on his hat is the name of the japanese film version of the macbeth.

  • @ziandadamoyi8351
    @ziandadamoyi8351 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love him

  • @Y20XTongvaLand
    @Y20XTongvaLand 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rapid fire questions:
    On what occasion do you lie?
    Mmmmmmmm.....

  • @dddddadadad1796
    @dddddadadad1796 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sheesh... Spike could still get it!!!!

  • @ODjangoo
    @ODjangoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    9:48 LOOOOLLLLL got 'em

  • @Ella-hu6ds
    @Ella-hu6ds 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chadwick 💜

  • @GT-wo2oj
    @GT-wo2oj 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tishiro Mifune, Throne of Blood, nice!

  • @renbazuru
    @renbazuru 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what about the Joe Louis Max Schmeling movie!!

  • @argentokaos2629
    @argentokaos2629 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy birthday, SL.

  • @moisesall6712
    @moisesall6712 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can see how denzel washington would fit the jackie robinson portrayal

  • @Thespeedrap
    @Thespeedrap 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I sure miss Bernie Mac this world don't have good humour like him.

  • @LeBeautiful
    @LeBeautiful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wil we ever see another Mars Blackmon appearance, Spike? 😮😮

  • @niremgucin
    @niremgucin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    His outfit is so great. I canNOT

  • @FeministBubble
    @FeministBubble 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yes, the poignant Proustain questions prosed to prolific filmmaker & director Spike Lee did indeed reveal elements of his true nature. However, Spike left it up to the audience to decide the question, those who watch. The question of whether or not they reveled his true nature unto himself is unlikely, as it would appear he is in full alignment with his true nature, living in complete truth, authenticity, and integrity. Goddess Bless Spike. Thank you for recognizing & honoring Herstory. xo

  • @gitbuh12345qwerty
    @gitbuh12345qwerty 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "My entire filmography."

  • @alienboy1322
    @alienboy1322 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    2:08
    Same.

  • @chocolatebambooproductions
    @chocolatebambooproductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Deeps, not words

  • @AL-grhvc
    @AL-grhvc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    4:08 when I heard the question, I said I'd say "Malcolm X" for this..and he said the same 🙌💯 and I'm not even black, X=❤️

  • @hanssolos3699
    @hanssolos3699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    his greatest regret was not casting scarlet johansson as a black woman in his films 🤣🤣🤣

  • @jackhackett80
    @jackhackett80 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    'Being a filmmaker'

  • @Danny-fs1hk
    @Danny-fs1hk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spike!!!

  • @parkermudsen1063
    @parkermudsen1063 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    All I know is the men who lead the Knicks to their next NBA championship will automatically be elevated to rock star status for life in NYC.

  • @OmriIzula
    @OmriIzula 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh no he’s crying 😭😭😭🥺

  • @HeWhistlesTunes
    @HeWhistlesTunes 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Condolences and Sorry is different. A condolence is me feeling bad for you. A Sorry is admitting that I performed an action that warrants a Sorry

  • @damaniqphillip2756
    @damaniqphillip2756 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    sweet

  • @user-nr5tj4iv8l
    @user-nr5tj4iv8l 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Спайк своеобразный

  • @ayshastrange
    @ayshastrange 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bernie Mac's video: th-cam.com/video/SG1wgRMrmys/w-d-xo.html I haven't laughed that hard in a while

  • @MarcosIsABaritone
    @MarcosIsABaritone 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow... wow, wow, wow.

  • @EvaAnika
    @EvaAnika 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    He has become a cute old man. LOL.

  • @oversizewomenlove
    @oversizewomenlove 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bernie Mac!

  • @miastone4012
    @miastone4012 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo Spike what do you think about Joe in the Ho???

  • @Psychoeli3051
    @Psychoeli3051 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    somebody tell him to turn the 2k15,2k16,2k17 servers on plz💯

  • @kbram7363
    @kbram7363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Agent Orange. Haha

  • @jvenom174
    @jvenom174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not watching Django should have been on the list.

  • @3RDEYELOVE
    @3RDEYELOVE 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who else paused video Right before he answered to match up Your answers with his?

  • @oliverphippen1957
    @oliverphippen1957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish that he was smarter
    as he is a person that many people follow