The Moment We Finally Took Bill Hader Seriously
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- čas přidán 16. 06. 2024
- Bill Hader was an actor most people saw as a quirky goofball, relegated to a comedy specific career. After he left Saturday Night Live, many thought Bill Hader would follow a similar career path of Andy Samberg or Will Ferrel. Though his turn as Barry in the HBO backed series, proved that Bill Hader had more than comedic talent. Barry proved to audiences that Bill Hader was a real actor, with range and intensity. Though one moment in Barry was the focal point of Bill Hader proving he was a serious actor.
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Bill Hader is crazy good, and he really shows us his range in Barry here.
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The fact that lanky Bill Hader was playing a hitman was what initially sold me on the show. I always imagine actual people who kill for a living being more every-man-types, kinda the psychopath next door, and not some ripped Hollywood-handsome dude. So, no matter how absurd Berry got at certain points, Hader's presence grounded it in reality for me
Except, when you see pictures of actual hitmen, they really are the creepy, ugly outsiders they are portrayed as in most cases.
Like Dexter!
It fits his character too, sure he's a Marine and the physical training must be insane, but in the show it's been a while since he left the military and he hasn't exactly been taking care of himself, so it stands to reason that he has the skills but not the physique.
@@VesdusThe ones who get caught, sure.
Man, I loved this show. Just thinking of it makes me laugh, it was so ridiculous yet thrilling at the same time. Noho Hank is one of the greatest comedic characters of all time
He's one of my favorite characters in any form of media.
Bah-rrr-ee.
Yeah Noho Hank is incredible. The photo the cops show of him with his foot on the car wheel kills me and I'm trying to get it for my wall.
You don’t get to be the King of Suckballs Mountain without a little pizazz.
I'm guessing you guys know that already, but NohoHank was supposed to die superquick in the show. but like everyone, they couldnt pass on such a comedic chaotic genius.
One detail that I love about this scene is that the thing that breaks Barry is the thought of delivering the news of Chris’ death to his wife, which he then uses to deliver the news of Lady Macbeth’s death to Sally
Such a great show. What is more commendable is how especially in the last season he wasn’t afraid to let his talented cast shine even more than his character, giving the show so much more depth and showcasing his ability as a director as well.
Good video, but I think it's important to include that Hader was given the opportunity to do Barry because of his stelar dramatic work in Skeleton twins; and to also mention that Hader wasn't just a creator and actor in Barry, but that he also directed multiple episodes and wrote some of them.
He directed over half the episodes and the entirety of the final season was directed by himself and I think every season has a minimum of 2 episodes written by him and Alec berg. It’s also notable that he was showrunner.
Bill Hader displayed underlying anger issues more realistically than any show I’ve seen. When he flips out on Sally in front of everyone, that seemed so real that I have to think Bill Hader was pulling that from somewhere in his real life.
i think thats a standard for acting. like literally even in the show the mentor teacher you that what happens in your real life you must use that as a power to deliver your acting.
He didn’t flip out on Sally. He, he like loudly stated. You know, he basically he went like this: “Sally, you gotta help my friend.” …like he said it that loud.
One thing that stands out throughout the production of this show is the incredible level of accuracy from super realistic gunfights to the dramatic depiction of human mediocrity, avoiding the basic clichés of comedy. Barry is probably one the most complex comedic dramas in the history of entertainment.
I'm convinced that great comedy actor can be great in any genre especially emotional and hard hitting ones, but it doesn't work the other way usually.
i.e. Bryan Cranston
I believe no genre is harder to master than comedy, because if you miss the mark by just one bit, the tone of the entire play or show or movie will be off and you lose the audience. Any other genre you can get back on track, but comedy is about getting the audience to lower their guard and be comfortable enough that they can laugh with (or at) you. If you miss the mark, the audience's guard is up, and you lose. So an actor who can pull off great comedy can pull off anything.
Bill Hader has always been one of my favorites actors ever and it was incredible to finally see him flex his powerful acting range in _Barry._ Even in the moments where he's just "being Bill hader" there is tension in the scenes. And him being so humble about his role just makes you like him even more.
Not only did he prove to be a great actor, his direction on many episodes was outstanding as well. The final season had some incredible work. I can't wait to see what weird things he delivers in the future.
Barrie's murder of Chris was for me one of the most disturbing moments ever on TV - that COULDN'T have happened if Bill Hader hadn't somehow so strongly delivered a character that I knew viscerally FAR more than consciously.
BTW - great handling of an excellent choice of topic. 👋👋👋 👍👍👍
WHY DID YOU FUCKING SAY THAT! hit so fucking hard
@@CSestp Sorry...😄
This was the episode where my thoughts on Barry changed from it being a pretty good and funny show to becoming one of my all-time favorites.
Thankyou Thankyou for choosing this moment -- when I first watched his tearful delivery it’s like time stood still.
Those are those amazing moments you live for in a show like this.
Great job as always
Bryan Cranston, Bob Odenkirk and Bill Hader stepping out as more than just comedians is everything that I wanted to see. Seeing them in different light is absurd and yet so thrilling, odd and yet so refreshing.
Ever since Breaking Bad, I didn't think any show could top it. I've seen Succession, Severance, Travelers, Utopia, and more critically acclaimed shows that easily rank in my top 10 as exceptional works of art. But they always came second to the original GOAT Breaking Bad. Barry is the first show I've ever seen since then that tops it. I genuinely think it's the perfect show, the ultimate merger of genres lead by one of the most brilliant men in the media industry. I don't just take Bill Hader seriously now, there's nobody else's career I'm looking forward to following in the future
Breaking bad is a bit better than Barry but there’s a few shows I’d say are better than breaking bad. However breaking bad is easily top ten though. The wire is the goat in my opinion
Barry was amazingly well done. Great blend of humor and tragedy.
His directing in Season 3 and 4 impressed me the most
There’s a lot to say about this show and Bill Hader, I hope you dive into it some more! Especially his writing and directing. When he started directing most of episodes, it REALLY became something unique and special. You can really see his Coen Bros and Lynchian style develop in front of your eyes and into his own thing. Everybody needs to see this series.
Barry will always be one of my top favorite shows, so many emotion and it weird funny vibe to it was perfect
The transition from hilarious comededic first season to heartbreaking/high tension drama of the final season is amazing
This was the scene that fully sold me on Barry, now it's one of the best shows I've ever seen
Great essay as always. Hader's power as a performer is also directly tied to how much he appreciates and commits to multiple minute details in a character--comedic or dramatic--building them into a cohesive whole. I'd also recommend several episodes of his series DOCUMENTARY NOW! that demonstrate how seriously he is willing to portray even absurd individuals.
In the first episode of Barry, the final scene has the most realistic shooting ballistics I have ever seen on film in anything. Even the box pattern and the order of which it was executed was Marine Corps by the book.
Most underrated Show ever
He had a bipod on the sniper but rests it on wall with the suppresser.
Great actor, great writer, great director, great show.
One of the few shows to come as close to perfection as possible, alongside the likes of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. One of the best series finales of all time.
Very on point. Barry was stellar. It really made me realise how much Hader could do as an actor. As someone who hasn't watched SNL, I only knew him as the side character in the comedy films I grew up with, mainly Superbad and The Pineapple Express, and thought "Oh, he's a pretty funny guy. I'm sure it'll be a decent show.", but it turned out much better than just decent. Kudos to him and to everyone involved with it.
Bill Hader's gonna go down as one of the best auteurs of our time. Barry Season 3 is artistically perfect.
I still got chills from the season 3 finale. Just intensity all throughout.
I won't stop singing praise for Bill hader and Barry. I love both of them so much. Not only, he is a great actor, he is a strong writer, director who won't compromise the craft no matter what.
I've never even seen Barry but this makes me want to. You guys laid it out so well that I could genuinely feel his emotion in that moment at 6:36, and that also speaks for his acting. It was real. I love that he's interested in only making weird stuff! I'll certainly be keep an eye out.
I took forever to give it a chance. It was honestly so good, one of the best shows I've ever seen.
Hader knows his shit man, listen to him talk about film sometime and you can tell he pays very close attention to the nuts and bolts. One of my favorite people in the industry.
Bill Hader is a G-E-N-I-U-S. Can't wait to see what else he creates.
Not a lot of people seem to mention how technically skilled Bill Hader is.
From his career of doing impressions and dress-up and voice acting, he blends into every character he's played.
Every acting muscle he's flexed is used in every scene in his own show, and I love that about Bill.
Barry is severely underrated. It need more attention. Bill Hader is able to be both funny and horrifying as hell. And every single actors and actresses did an amazing, chill giving performances
Skeleton Twins was dope too
Thank you! I now know this exists abd what my next binge will be
It almost always seems to be that comedians do drama really well. It's like, knowing exactly how to make people laugh gives you some kind of superpower to make them cry too.
Crazy. I literally just started watching Barry today and i definitely see the hype now
I've been thinking of Bill Hader bc I've been rewatching the last 2 It movies, and also bc I want to pursue acting and have been considering Second City like him.
I remember reading up on him and how it said he made a movie but was too embarrassed of it to release it.
Merry Christmas, Nerdstalgic!!
Man, I loved this show. It was my favorite show ending series ending this year. The cast is amazing.
I believe in the theory that no one who does comedy can be a bad actor. Because especially in comedy you have to address many levels of emotions.
When such actors play serious roles, they can only shine. best example Jim Carey. His acting was always characterized by slapstick, but since he started playing serious roles he has been praised to the heavens for how good an actor he is.
I'm never surprised when a comedian can do drama properly (viz. Olivia Colman, Bryan Cranston). The reverse is much rarer, mainly dramatic actors that can do comedy well are few and far between.
After the crazy final 2 seasons I think I’m finally ready for my first rewatch.
David Lynch once said that it was easier to turn a great comedic actor into a dramatic one, instead of the other way around. I think this is a great example.
Good work formulating an explanation for why it works. I knew it worked (but not why) simply because when I saw Barry, I saw Barry, not Hader. I absolutely everything else, he's just Hader.
I've loved Bill hader ever since his first days on SNL and I learned he was starting his new show Barry. I binged the first season and was left on a cliffhanger waiting through COVID and everything else until seasons 2,3 and 4 finally came I was extatic 😂 hr made one of the greatest shows I've ever seen. And that's against Sons of Anarchy, Game Of Thrones, Breaking Bad, Six Feet Under, All amazing amazing shows but Barry was one of a kind. The story the characters (NOHO HANK😂) directing, acting, writing, 👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️ Bill is the GOAT
Great video. Barry deserves more attention. If you haven't seen it, watch it now.
I saw the potential way back on Skeleton Twins, tbh. His role there had some incredible moments too. Barry is the more visible and better marketed take on that. But yes, he’s actually a good and versatile actor. Glad to see people talking about it.
"Trainwreck" still remain one of my favourites comedies of the 2010s along with 21 & 22 jump street, Red, Ted & Daddys home. Bill hader was hilarious in that, even if I didnt liked Amy Schumer, he was great and also John cena
I fall i love with him everytime i watch Trainwreck
I was pleasantly surprised by that series. Bill showed off his MANY talents
I feel like the first 2 seasons of Barry are gonna feel weird to me when I rewatch the whole series because they're so much more straightforward.
One of the most underrated series in recent history.
“Hader created an image for himself as a lighthearted and hilarious everyman”
*shows clips from skeleton twins*
I will watch basically anything Hader makes from here on out. When I first heard of Barry I was optimistic but doubtful. After that first episode I could not stop watching and hated waiting for new seasons.
2 great seasons, 2 *frustrating* seasons. This show will forever have a special place in my heart, even in the moments that disappoint or confuse.
what was frustrating?
@@SponzifyMee Season 3 was a jarring departure for the character of Barry, to put it diplomatically.
After the first episode was released, I watched it, in-person, with my long distance girlfriend. Once credits rolled we, in sync, slowly turned to eachother, made eye contact, and just laughed. We still joke about what a "what the fuck did we just watch" moment the season premiere was. We spent the whole rest of the season waiting for some kind of satisfying, on-screen justification for the change.
The third season had its upsides, but it was as if the show fired everybody that was a part of the first two seasons.
I still love season 3 and 4 Sally. Her character arc was thoughtful, delicate, and satisfying. Barry's was less so. (to me)
@@Se7enRemain He had to get worse from where he left off in s2. He literally walks into darkness at the s2 finale lol. That was the only logical outcome because as much as Barry wants to change, can he change, really? And will he ever willingly accept the consequences of his actions? That's the question the entire show asks. Sure he was able to stop killing in s4 but he was willing to risk everything to do it again. He's no Fuches, hell not even Hank when it all comes down to it, but he's a violent mfer with an anger he just can't shake off.
@@shadowprince101 I got it; I just hated how they did it
@@Se7enRemain I loved it lol. 3x02 when he snaps at Sally is one of the best moments of the whole damn show. And that was like the very first scene after the opening scene lol. It was like "nah all that funny shits over, buckle tf up"
The best thing is seeing his entire journey across all 4 season and how broken he is by the end. Hader proved he wasn't just a comdey guy and whatever he makes next I'm done for.
Kinda odd to not mention his directing. He directed seasons 3 and 4 of Barry and he wants to do it going forward.
Barry is such a great show ! I already miss it 😞
He went from the cop in Superbad to my favorite actor ever
barry is probably one of the best performaces ive ever seen
really? it never crossed my mind that he wasnt the typical build for a role like this protagonist. Ive always been under the impression (since like Nina Williams on Tekken and Kill Bill lol) that hitmen and assassins are usually more clever, dextrous, and naturally inconspicuous than they are big macho tough guys. Thats what made Letho in the Witcher gamea so cool to me. He broke the mould of assassin and is a huge buff rogue.
skeleton twins is the first time I saw his dramatic side and absolutely fell in love
I think Sally's scene rehearsal is the real moment, but this is great too. I couldn't believe how powerful that was.
Barry was such an amazing show!!!
Cried with Barry, I almost cried again.
Favorite show
I’m having issues getting into season 4, I feel like season 3 wrapped the story up so well that I’m having trouble getting emotionally invested
How do you watch his short film mentioned at the beginning of the video?
It's also worth noting that Hader's performance as Richie Tozier in IT: Chapter 2 was criminally looked over for an Oscar. He's both the comedic and dramatic centerpiece for the movie, definitely more so than Ewan, despite how good I think he did.
His scene in the Lake following the death of *that* character absolutely ruined me. It's what made me watch Barry in the first place, I knew it'd impress
Most underappreciated show of the century
Never heard of this show, I'll check it out
Alec Berg worked on Seinfeld also, two comedy powerhouses
Barry was perfect! No notes.
the first season of barry is one of the best seasons of television ive ever seen
Off to watch Stephon clips
Will you please do a videonabout Mr In-between
The two moments that stood out was at her recital when he loses it, and when he's in the car and says, "WHY DID YOU HAVE TO SAY THAT!?!!!"
He should star in a faithful adaptation of the Bourne Trilogy as a 3 year limited series.
When I heard bill helped as a writer in early South Park I knew he was secretly a genius, even if I didn’t like him on snl. Barry is amazing
It’s no coincidence that some of the greatest tv shows of all time star actors that have a background in comedy
I love Bill Hader, I love Barry and I didn't realise I love Alec Berg until now because I love Silicon Valley but never took notice that Berg was involved in it. I'll be looking out for anything these guys are involved with in future.
Barry season 1 also preceded It: Chapter 2 by a year, Bill was great in that too
This video reminds me of the scene where No-ho hank Is having his "I'm not fucking around anymore" moment with Barrry.
Barry got me, went in for black comedy, came out with every emotion pinned to me. Brilliant show
What are you talking about? I took him seriously when I met him at "...Kevin?!"
My favourite Bill Hader moment is still him as the President of Hollywood from the James Franco Roast.
From memory this is the only show who managed to make its last season ITS BEST out of all of them, especially since the one just before kind of took a slight dive.
I need to watch this. Side note that I liked Will Forte in Sweet Tooth.
I’ve always thought comedic actors make the best dramatic actors. We’ve been watching Barry for a second time and still can’t believe what a great show it is. I love Haders character, but I must say Hanks my boy
Barry is easily one of the greatest shows of all time. Every season Bill Hader gave a masterclass on how to make perfect television. The show is top 5 and Barry Berkman is a top 5 character imo.
Barry easily makes my top twenty best shows I’ve seen. It’s a masterpiece in my opinion
Barry is so, so good
Goddammit
Haven’t seen this show before. Still waiting for severance
I could have told you this in 2012 from his small role in Men In Black 3.
Can we get over being amazed and shocked every time it turns out a comedian can do drama.
Loved him in Forgetting Sarah Marshall
Easy to say that this is my favorite TV show, enjoyed every damn episode
Love you Bill
I liked him in IT.