Exclusive: Martin Scorsese discusses his faith, his struggles, and "Silence."
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- Director Martin Scorsese sits down with Fr. James Martin to discuss his faith, his films and his new movie SILENCE
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This interviewer does an excellent job of asking probing questions and just letting Scorsese share.
That's the kinda interviewer you get out of a Catholic priest
Alec Patchin If you like this interviewer, follow him, Father James Martin, a Jesuit. He's a well-known author, speaker, and leader of Catholic media; also the Executive Editor of America magazine in NYC. Check him out on CZcams and Amazon.
Scorcese has probably been more effective for the faith as a film director than he ever could have as a priest
irisheyes317 it all depends on what God called him to do. From his side of the narrative, he wasn't called at the age of 14, but Scorcese himself may not even know if God was calling him to priesthood later in life. Sure that's unlikely but still a possibility.
Peter John Jude We're all called in some shape or form! I look at Scorsese's work as being like Job: honest before his Maker about what doesn't make sense. He's long realized certain things can't be explained away by this side of eternity.
Certainly many priests nowadays utilize social media and other broadcasts to minister to a broad audience. But Scorsese, in his lengthy filmmaking career, has in a sense done that through his severely flawed characters and what becomes of their choices (face it, we see ourselves reflected in many a wretch!) Such is our craving for redemption, and he highlights this without sentimentality.
The highest calling there is isn't in physical vestments: it's what God has uniquely placed in your life.
Frankly, if the grave itself couldn't hold Him down, not a single box our flaws, woes, and fears try to can either!
irisheyes317 the highest calling in life is that of holiness, which is centered around one's life-long vocation, be that religious life, priesthood, marriage/parenthood, etc. That point was the greater aim in my response to your comment. Put another way, the life-long witness of any saint, canonized or not, would be a more effective proclamation of the faith than the works of any great artist who did not commit his/her works to the service of God's kingdom.
Peter John Jude Who's to say he hasn't?
As a Muslim, I thoroughly enjoyed this brilliant film; it was emotional, heart-wrenching, horrific, beautiful, and tragic. Although the story is told through a Catholic lens, I think it is applicable more universally to religious faith in general. The film can be interpreted as a metaphor for the struggle of traditional religious faith in a highly hostile, secular modern world. Far from any longer being able to stake a public claim, traditional religions must struggle against incredible odds to even continue to survive in the private sphere. Hats off to Mr. Scorsese!
This is so precious. I can't believe I have the chance of hearing someone of Muslim faith's perspective on this film. I'm a Christian and I also believe in evangelism as a mission. Were you too wondering how you'd go about evangelizing the 1600's Japan depicted in the film?
Sadat Anwar Yes, hats off to Mr. S. for making this film.
It can be viewed by all for what it is universally.
Latin for universal is Catholos hence, The Catholic Church (of God).
For God is Universal.
As all Catholics and non continue it leads to Jesus which becomes personal.
I too look forward to this film.
That's the same man who gave us The wolf of wall street
Any meaningful interview is only as good as the person asking the questions. Then, knowing when not to interrupt and allow the subject to speak, highlights the story in the other. Fr. James Martin S.J., a Jesuit priest, does an excellent job.
To go from The Wolf of Wall Street to Silence, WOW such range as a filmmaker, and both are such impeccable films! This guy is the god of directing.
the movie doesn't have much music because what's happening on-screen is emotional enough. the people editing this video could get some cues from it.
Is anyone at all familiar with Scorsese's private life??? No altar boy. Still, he deserves our respect and admiration. He is a man who honestly and sincerely tries to understand the world and himself.
I first read Endo's book about 30 years ago. I've re-read it a few times since. It is profoundly beautiful. I am so glad that it is now an amazing movie. Thank God it was made by such a great director.
It's so pleasant to listen to an intelligent man in an intelligent interview. I can't wait to see the film !
I am not a religious man, but this is a movie I have longed to see for a while by a truly great director. I'm getting the chance to see it very soon, and I know it won't disappoint.
Marty is a pilgrim and he knows it, we're all pilgrims, know it or not. We are all becoming and life is a story we are all telling. I like the way Marty tells his story, maybe it's because I came up in Philly in the fifties and I had asthma and hung out with Italians but of all the ways there are to be, of all the things we come from and become, I embrace Marty's way. He doesn't use the word love very much but he loves humanity and it shows in his work. Thanks for your effort, old man.
He certainly has conviction...gotta love that.
Love all of his creations.
Batta Beru Loves humanity? I love the man, he's the best filmmaker alive but he's made some of the most cynical works on human nature.
I watched Silence three weeks ago and was deeply affected by it. It’s a beautiful, overwhelming and thought-provoking movie. I’ve been trying to process it ever
since and am now going to read the book. In my humble opinion, Mr. Scorsese is the greatest living filmmaker and I'll watch anything he directs.
Read the book last summer. Been looking forward to this for a long time. As another lapsed Catholic who questions it all, this gives me comfort.
Worry not brother. A 'lapsed' Catholic is just somebody who has applied rationality to the subject of religion. You escaped.
rationality was used to kill millions in support of a "utopia" many times.
Nautilus1972 It can be seen that way but lack of faith is a struggle and one that won't ever end for me until I do.
I don't think I will ever be done doubting, searching. I doubt anyone ever is done but I hope that if something judges me after my life is over, that whatever it is understands the struggle it all is.
Remember the struggle He went through, too.
He is the only one of the major directors whose work I really enjoy. He's also gorgeous.
"Act as if ye had faith and faith will be given to you."
There are catholics, there are non-catholics and then there's Martin Scorcese
Love you Marty, hope you're doing well and been looking forward to seeing this movie since I first heard about it.
Bless you Mister Martin Scorsese! Your faith, your personality and in particular your cinema! You've been an incredible inspiration for me and many others!
I watch Goodfellas multiple times a year, and I'm really looking forward to The Irishman!!!
I'm really looking forward to SILENCE. Marty is a realist & his depiction of faith and god, will surely be of paramount proportions.
I like Marty's socks.
Not as great as his eyebrows!
Jerel Damon His tie is amazing
Stunning interview. Thank you.
Silence was a brilliant, beyond beautiful movie. Criminally underrated. I think it will be reevaluated in the future,
Can't wait to watch it. I love seeing the arc of an artists work and their journey of self-reflection and towards self-actualization.
Great interview; I am anxious to see the film adaptation.
i enjoy the way he smiles after he says something
Thankyou Mister Martin Scorsese for such amazing piece of art, verry deep and inspirational.
Not many people would be interest in explore this film, and even now is totally underrrated, but is still a gem!!
the beginning music in this interview is beautiful. I would love to know what it is and also this director is a master at his craft. He handled this film in a very thought provoking way and it made this film even better because of it
I'm an atheist, I know I know but trust me I've tried but I can't bring myself and I don't want to, I don't feel like who I am. BUT that being said. All I EVER want is for us as human beings to be happy and if that means believing then I want you to. I have so much respect for the happiness of religion and the joy it brings to people. I don't believe but that doesn't mean I don't want others to. I don't believe, I truly can't, I've tried but this is who I am. As a human being, I've realised that I'm not built for believing and I don't want to force myself to. It only makes me a different person to who's in the mirror. And that's not right. They should be the same person. But again, If you do, Please don't stop. As long as it makes you smile in the morning and at night, well I hope you never lose faith. We're all human beings in the end :) Thank you Mr.Scorsese for showing me the happiness of faith. Even if my body and mind can't digest it, thank you for displaying that in the end, Respect and happiness is something we can all believe in. No need for violence or hate or argument. Just Acceptance.
Why do you call yourself an atheist? Reading this post speaks more than you are realizing in your heart. Satan has you fooled. Because what I am seeing in your words is someone who wants happiness and Joy. And the way you talk about what it brings people. Sounds like longing to me. You say you can't believe. What has happened in your life that has caused you to think that way? As someone who believe in Jesus Christ, and has a relationship with Him. Your Soul is longing. I've been there, and what I know now is its a lie that is binding you. I pray for you that the Lord will uncover your eyes to see the truth, that the Holy Sprirt will open your heart to recieve the truth. Jesus, loves you and He will never give up on you. He has always been with you even when you don't want Him. God Bless you!
PublicEnemy-1 you're the type of Atheist i would like to see around the world, im a believer, but i'll let the world be itself, im not saying you're doing the wrong thing, then again nothing is "right" and "wrong", since these two words are different in the eyes of many people
What does your intuition tell you about the origins of your consciousness?
Please, please, please Mr. Scorsese, don't ever say anything in the line of what all those Hollywood stars have been spewing lately in public. I have been so disappointed by almost all the actors/actresses/directors I admire lately, and thank God this interview just shows how truly great as well as unique you are. Please don't spoil this for little ol' me.... Thank you for your wonderful works.
Thank you, Mr. Scorsese. This interview is great, so is your movie.
Scorsese Is A Genius and A Maverick And Has Been Since Day 1!
Bless this man
It is amazing to see the deep spirituality of Martin Scorsese. It is a powerful magnet for believers. I am not one of them, but I can understand perfectly the seduction of it, specially through his films, like this one and the Last Temptation of Jesus Christ.
An unexpected pleasure this interview was.
Amazing movie. Definitely my top 5 of all time!
Fascinating
My 1AD texted me this interview this morning and commanded I watch it, and I'm glad she did. How profound the questions (and answers). I nominate Fr. James Martin to interview EVERYBODY. He's the best interviewer I've seen since PBS during the Seventies - and that says a lot.
It's Portuguese.
Agree with Alan Patchin. (See note below to Alan). Fr. Martin is excellent at allowing this brilliant filmmaker speak about his upbringing and vision. This style of interviewing would be welcome in MSM/ i.e., not dictated by paying for airtime (commercial breaks).
great book and movie
What's the piano song in the beginning called? It's beautiful.
I wonder if all the gangster movies he directed weighed heavily on him. He wanted to make a film about his Father Jesus Christ. Looking forward to this. What an honorable man
No i doubt that his “Gangster” movies weighed heavily on him. what i get from interviews past, Marty has always stayed true to his Religious faith and he never lets his films reflect who he is. And when making Mean streets, GoodFellas , Casino Etc.... all he’s doing is telling story’s of the rise and demise of these Mobsters. I’m sure he will never regret making those films, that’s just my thoughts though. He’s definitely a honorable man, with virtues that one has to respect. He’s a legend
what is the music at the beginning?
what is the music used for the opening of this?
Bravo
Great interviewer
Bill Maher should watch this interview.
Bill Maher should walk into the ocean like James Mason in A Star is Born.
Bill Maher shall debate William Lane Craig :)
Ooooh I wanna see that REAL bad
His ego is far too big. Even if he were to see it, he'd be too pig-headed to bother thinking about what Scorsese says.
Scorsese's the man!
It's great to see that Scorsese has kept his auteur touch throughout so long career but I think that Gimme Shelter just does not fit to be played in background in a scene where 16th century jesuit priest struggles with his fate in a feudal setting.
For some reason, I always presumed he was Jewish but I realize now that was a stupid presumption due to his Italian sounding last name.
It's a reasonable assumption, because so many in the biz are. But he's Catholic, and a good Catholic at that. I just saw Silence, and it's a beautiful, deeply theological experience. I highly recommend it. Drink 16 oz of coffee first, though, as it's a tad slow.
LOL
Not stupid. I never thought of him as religious at all. But we don't often learn much about the people behind the cameras.
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Matthew 10: 32 and 33 ....make no mistake and James: 21: 24 .....There are so many others I could cite .... Thinking Faith without the deep intention and will to follow The Way, will lead to redemption is a gamble I'm not willing to take
Thanks. it was very interesting interview.
Where is The Jesuit Review's interview with him for The Wolf of Wall Street?
The inquisitors were an interesting combination of sympathetic and sadistic.
An excellent interview. Still looking forward to that Frank Sinatra biopic though.
Lol who else finds it weird that guy is a Priest interviewing the man that made Wolf of Wall Street.
martin scorsese will make 2 more films: irishman and devil in the white city before he is too old
This is what Christianity can do to a human being, only if you interpret it correctly. It can make you to a great storyteller. To a great genius.
Religion has nothing to do with one's ability to tell stories. Faith is the abandonment of logic.
Nautilus1972 Tell that to Michelangelo when he immortalized himself through masterpieces like the Sistine Chapel, tell that to Brunelleschi who justifies the greatness of Christian narrative when he made all those great renescience cathedrals which beholds the power to enable the spirituality within you. Tell that to the greatness of Caravaggio when he justified the geniuses of Christian narrative within the biblical principle reflecting in his canvas. Tell that to the great Emperor Justinian when he through brick by brick, layer by layer created the beautiful narrative when he made the magnificent Hagia Sophia(google it).Tell that to greatness of Dante when he put faith on paper. So the moral of the story is. Regardless if you are an architect, poet, painter, philospher or in this case a movie maker, if you identify with the beauty of christian narrative it will take you on step closer for becoming a great storyteller.
Reggie Kray You have one fatal flaw in your argument. In all those examples, the artists were already amazingly talented. Their works were going to be extraordinary whether they were religious or not.
logic doesn't exist
As an Atheist I do agree that there is a great deal of inspiration to draw from in Religious texts especially Christianity. It can definitely help with the artistic flow.
debating whether to buy - love the look and the narrative.
Father Martin is one of the best.
The movies are a reflection of Scorsese and Silence is a reflection of what he thinks how faith and the lack of faith can do to a person and how each one affects life. Not knowing the answer is part of faith and truly difficult under duress, just ask Job!
Oddly enough, some historical records state Ferreira took back his apostasy and was martyred
Either way, the persecution failed. When missionaries were allowed back in Japan in the 19th century, they discovered a population of "hidden christians" who had been practicing the faith underground for some centuries, unknown to the government. This was mainly lead by laymen via oral traditions. So perhaps the odd priest who sneaked in was a source of encouragement!
Either way, as a result of the legacy of the martyrs and stubborn christian heritage, Nagasaki had a very unexpected response to the atomic bomb. Rather than play victim, its people went out of their way to help each other. They responded with courage, compassion, love for neighbor, and faith. When you visit the city nowadays, yes, it acknowledges the persecution, but it's so green! So many colors, so much light. Notice the statue of the Virgin overlooks the city. Notice the memorial fountain in the main park is pointing upwards. The sacrifice and toil of the missionaries was NOT in vain!
irisheyes317 The Japanese people in Nagasaki did not help each other after the atomic bomb because of Christianity. The vast majority in Japan aren't even Christian.
Wrong. They DID help each other. And subsequently urged non-violence globally. Nagasaki is the christian capital of Japan, and that heritage inspired their actions after the destruction.
You've obviously never visited or met any locals
Funny How?
The irony of a religious man saying that the problem with the modern audience is "certitude"
At first I thought "silence" was a excellent film, but the more I research the more I realize martins take on Catholicism is really a slap in the face to Catholics.
and now in the 21st century Japan Christianity is just replaced by immigration. subject matter has changed but the thinking remains the same. and we know what's going to happen
....that priest has zero lips #lipless
Time and time again I here the word Christianity. You can call yourself a Christian, its a religion. You need to have a relationship with Jesus Christ to get to know him, and to understand His word. And believe that he is the son of God. God doesn't want His people to be stell, He wants His people to learn about Him and the right way to live in the eyes of God. He wants to bless you, love you. He wants that relationship with you. This movie, may be good, but if he chooses them over Christ, he has lost. Those people would have been with Christ after death of the human flesh forever. This will happen someday, where you WILL have to choose.
Silly people taken as genious
Jew york
the movie bombed.
This is not the Scorsese I met on the set of Casino 1995. He was acting flamboyantly gay and abusive.