“Amazing actor, amazing” Director Denis Villeneuve on Timothée Chalamet, Dune & cinema's importance.
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Denis Villeneuve joins BBC Radio 1's film critic Ali Plumb to talk about his epic new movie, Dune. He raves about Timothée Chalamet's performance, and explains the movie's unique design. He also looks back on Arrival and Blade Runner 2049. Plus, he explains why the cinema experience is so important to him, and reveals his own favourite films and guilty pleasures.
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Want to hear more of Denis talking through *that* final scene in Sicario? Plus lots more on Dune,.
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Pain box 🤣 Can we call it as it should? The gom jabbar scene 😊
This guy never made a bad film in his career and it's almost unbelievable.
Whoever did the screenplay for Dune really let him down
@@wearenotthewalkingdead How? it was the best and most accurate book to movie adaptation ive ever seen
@@sm0ky12 I actually agree, I loved the movie however most people who have come out of it are complaining because they don’t understand it, because they haven’t read the book. Although I’ve read the book I can definitely see how people would say that
@@wearenotthewalkingdead in my experience from watching Denis' films, he's not going to throw you everything about the important details in the beginning. Most his films are a slow build up. I didn't read the book but i thought the movie is great. I'm patient enough to wait for the next.
dune was bad
Everyone knows how great Denis is, but it doesn't get talked about enough how in the space of 4 years (2013-2017) he made Prisoners, Sicario, Arrival and Blade Runner 2049. The man made 4 masterpieces in 4 years.
7 masterpieces within 8 years!!!
masterpiece thrown around a lil too loosely lol. a movie can be phenomenal without being a masterpiece
@@chamgod007 that's why I didn't put Enemy which also came out in that 4 year period, as in my opinion it's not a masterpiece. The other four, at least for me, definitely are
@@dconaghan4465 to each their own! Personally love all his movies, but would only list prisoners as a masterpiece. Blade runner is right there too.
No. 5. Enemy.
I think a big part of Denis' secret is that he is humble - he's figured out the trick of removing your own ego from the film-making process.
Ego, along with fear, is the mind killer.
I mean, that’s literally impossible to do, but okay.
Exactly! I was just thinking about this yesterday. That's the main difference between Denis and Nolan, imo. Nolan has let his ego get in the way of his filmmaking in the last few years and it shows.
@@SnailHatan *laughs in Eckhart Tolle*
Exactly, man without ego, becomes one with the god. Ego is what seperate us from the infinite creator.
I love how Timothee doesnt just skip to screaming but has this very nuanced and subtle reaction as the pain starts to slowly increase. This is a masterpiece
Watching him slowly bear down, get himself under control, battling through the pain and just staring down the Reverend mother….chills, man.
“You WON’T beat me. I won’t let you. Give me your worst, and I will take it. Because I am stronger than you think I am.
And yes; you should be scared of me.”
The way you could see him center and focus as things just got worse was so damned cool. Kid is MAD talented.
Yeah the screaming is only in the trailer, the way it happens in the movie is much better.
...... Lol... High standards....
@@odile8701 no he aint.
When you read the book it explains this so well. Timothee did it well.
I’ve never been so anxious about a movie’s box office before. I desperately want this film to be a financial success so that Denis will continue getting the funding he deserves. The man is a true maestro of cinema!
It’s happening. My best friend works in VFX in montréal and showed me emails. They are doing it.
It’s happening. My best friend works in VFX in montréal and showed me emails. They are doing it.
@@chuckyb7851 until the Warner Brothers/Legendary pictures announce it, I won't believe it.
Yeah I was very hopeful for Bladerunner as well, I dearly love the first one but I feel like Arrival is stronger overall. So I was disappointed when Bladerunner underperformed, but something about it being a self-contained story wasn't so worrying. This with its previous mal-adaptions and the weight of a part 1, 2 and possible Dune Messiah and more riding on its shoulders made me worried about the box office as well.
I was never all that concerned that Ridley Scott didn't really capture the tone of Philip K. Dick's book, but Villeneuve seems very tapped into that tonal aspect, which resonates very strongly with me. The sentimentality of a piece. So Philip K. Dick has an important message about humanity, modernization and surveillance, while Dune has immense things to say about systems of control, destiny, responsibility, masculinity and femininity. So I feel like this message is desperately needed for our culture and I want to see arthouse thrive in a semi-blockbuster environment. It's not just dumb action movies that should be made, but ones like this with powerful messages.
To me, Quentin Tarrantino and Denis are two very different sides of the same coin. Both trying to deliver a stunning cinematic experience and both have immense appreciation for reference and source material. But where Quentin goes over the top, stylish, witty and both reverent/irreverent, Denis goes for the subtle, elegant, human and jaw-droppingly gorgeous. So I want Denis to get cemented in Hollywood and able to make whatever he wants in the same way that Quentin is.
Currently Gross worldwide $223,211,174, it cost 167 million to make, adding in marketing costs and take of what the theater will take its very close to breaking even and start making a profit. For a post covid 19 release its doing very well. Also have to add what ever it is making on HBO max, i'm thinking about buying a month of HBO max and watching it to give it some more money.
Whoever made the decision to queue "On the Nature of Daylight" for Denis's answer at the end, you're a sneaky bastard! Well done!
A geniuse
Exactly.
MY EXACT WORDS
I swear man, I had goosebumps
Makes me tear up every single time!
“I must not fear. Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.”
― Frank Herbert, Dune
Have never forgotten this
hey all you folks with debilitating anxiety- this is a great quote to repeat to yourself when you feel your nerves holding you back. let that fear pass through you until it's just you and your objective.
@@heatherbukowski2102 Great advice
@@heatherbukowski2102 I have "I MUST NOT FEAR" tattooed on my arm. That saying got me through a lot of harm times.
@@aprilrichards762 Crazy how a simple mantra can make such a powerful difference in our lives. Affirmations really do help. Keep facing those fears, April. :)
Whomever compiled the montage of Denis's films near the end of the interview deserves applause. How beautifully it went with the running conversation. 👏👏👏
Yeah man toally!! it made the interview looks almost magical fable!!
beside both of them were very calme & passionate about Cinema!
Yes, just click 10:46 and watch it again...
@@pedro.almeida Thanks
It's from the beauty of Denis Villeneuve
What’s the song 🥺
I almost broke into tears at the end. Gosh, as a movie lover, I agree with Denis. There's nothing like experiencing a movie for the first in the big screen.
Denis is brilliant and thoughtful. Cinema is in great hands 🙏
What's the name of the song from Arrival that they play at the end of this interview?
You say that as is he isn’t near the same age as Nolan
@@HiddenKeyElement On the Nature of Daylight
Imagine if Nolan, Denis, and paul blomkamp all made a movie together.
@@mentaltelepathy24 it would probably be a mess due to many different ideas colliding.
Timothee's acting really impressed me in Dune. The acting is on another level.
Some keep comparing him to Leo, but I think he's better. Timothee is just getting started. Gives me so much hope for the future of acting. Fuck the cookie cutter shit! More than being your character is to FEEL your character and react. Listen. Be honest! That's what Chalamet does.
How so? He just seems like yet another pretty boy. The film takes itself very seriously and much of the acting seems one-dimensional. I enjoyed it very much, particularly the cinematography and the soundtrack.
@@marchonore He's subtle...reminds me of Christian Bale in acting. I don't think he's "pretty" - just compelling by how he portrays in character.
@@marchonore Seen Blade Runner? 2001 Space Odyssey? Not much "emotional" range from most characters. This is not Star Wars with in your face action and such.
@@UnopinionatedBystander2393 I'm a big fan of Leo (never his looks, just his acting), but yeah, Timothee might actually be better. It's hard to see his acting skills independently from his charisma, though. Not that I question his acting skills (just look at how different he seems from his characters irl, almost shy), it's just hard to separate them, because his charisma is INSANE. That's why, when people say the era of movie stars is over, I always think of Timothee.
I guess my point is that the guy has the full package. It'll be really exciting to follow his career.
It makes so much sense that Denis Villeneuve has watched Apocalypse Now more than any other movie. Apocalypse now is the perfect blend of spectacle and cerebral storytelling.
Apocalypse !! there's alots which one!? TY!!
@@KenneXS “Apocalypse Now”
@@cowieson Alright TY for the hint fella
Apocalypse Now is my favorite movie of all time, something that’s really personal to me, and Denis just really grew in my eyes
He even makes a reference to the film in Dune when the baron is rubbing his forehead it’s a nod to the scene in apocalypse now when Marlon Brando is doing the same thing
Timothee Chalamet nailled this part, I was super impressed with his acting in the box scene. The way he communicated power amid pain, was so on point. Powerful acting for a guy so skinny xD
I was amazed at how he transformed over the course of the two films. At the beginning of Dune 1, he seemed to be playing into his own stereotype; but by the end of Dune 2, he'd become someone dangerous and powerful.
I saw this movie in IMAX last night and honest to god it was one of the best movie going experiences of my life!
Dennis in my opinion has now solidified himself as one of the best filmmakers of all time.
It truly is a beautiful film! Pure Epic . Everyone needs to see this movie and give the support for part two!
Lucky bastard! Even on my cellphone it was stunning.
I feel like Paul was the weakest of the bunch. Also the ending just seemed so sudden to me.
@@dianapennepacker6854 go to the Theatre. You will thank me.
I too would recommend seeing it in imax, it is fantastic seeing it on such a big screen! When I saw it the 1st time, I was definitely captivated by the story. I appreciated him taking a different take to it then the previous 2 iterations.
Agreed. I actually watched it a second time in IMAX because I knew it would hit different. It was totally worth it!
Timothée was the perfect choice to play the role of Paul. Denis Villeneuve! is an amazing director and Dune was off the chart true entertainment. There was not one second of the movie that I did not like. Kudos to everyone involved in the making of Dune.
Chamalet played the moody teenage role fantastically and showing us innerworking of pauls mind, hinting what will to come
Amy won best actress for arrival in my head and no one can tell me otherwise
her performance is just unbelievable, so so good
we live in that same dream, we become one, like Denis said.
Same.
She was very good, I agree, and her intrepidation towards something unknown, is how I would be.
She was definitely snubbed imo. Her choices have been subpar lately. Hoping to see she gets on stage to accept to that Best Actress award someday, because she's capable of that.
The fact that denis Villeneuve has started to get a big fan base has revived my hope for cinema
The last part is so moving, especially with the Arrival soundtrack playing. Thanks a ton for doing this interview. The respect and admiration is evident
I was thinking the same thing like wow so profound..humans were not ment to be isolated...sharing the movie experience there's nothing like it...I totally agree
the song is called 'on the nature of daylight' by max richter.
Watched Dune today, in theatres. It's gorgeous, has great storytelling and evenly paced. The score and acting make it something no shorter than a masterpiece. The sequel is already greenlit, so there's no "What if the story never gets completed?''. 9.25/10
It got confirmed???? I’m so happy. I was worried it’d be a GoT situation where it had the potential to leave a cultural impact but it’s incompleteness leaves it in the past. Just streamed it last night, I still plan on watching it in IMAX and streaming it a few more times to support it as much as I can and for my own enjoyment.
Where are you seeing this announcement?? Can't find record of it anywhere online...
@@masonfikkert WB director said in a vague way that It got greenlit and also Josh Brolin earlier today in an interview said that they are going to start filming part 2 in summer.
@@muthiscocuq8berq Oh okay, awesome!!
thanks for that it was a concern of mine as I knew I would be invested in the characters like in GOT. and want to see more. very good news indeed.
him being this humble is just so shocking to me cause like he is an ICON 😭✨
He started directing at a young age, wasnt happy about his creations, took a break from directing and stayed at home for 9 years to take care of his kids and returned in full force and hasnt made a bad movie since. Such a hero and down to earth person. Im such a fan!
@@vincentkrommenhoek7431 That's really cool!
Literally, my first thought about the Ornithopter design was "Damn! That's exactly how I imagined it almost three decades ago reading the book for the first time"
Just got out of the theater watching Dune and I was blown away by how masterful of a film it was for me. Hearing him cite 2001 and Apocalypse Now as some of the films that influenced him makes sense because there are so many HUGE shots that echo both of those films, and we NEED a Part Two to this story. What a filmmaker.
People need to watch this in the theaters! And support part two !
You know what else is really cool about the design of the ornithopter; It's modeled on the flight dynamics of the dragonfly, which in real life, is the most successful flying intercept hunter on earth, because of how it's wings and musculature have evolved. They're almost perfect flying 'machines', which is most likely why they haven't changed since the dinosaurs were still around. Of course, There were some much much larger variants back then that didn't survive. Such a fitting design.
DUNE DOS GAME 1992
I also couldn't get enough of them, such an amazing design!
Was thinking the same thing. Why invent something new when we know the dragonfly is the best interceptor, in development for 100 million years. You cant beat that...
@@skoomamuch356 Yeah! Played this game to death. My longest session ever. Started at 2am and finished at 2am the next day. Inmediatly got hungry, tired and had to use the bathroom. I was totally zoned out.
No shit sherlock
2049 is one of the greatest modern films. What an amazing talent. Can’t wait to see Dune.
So crushing to see K think he is "the one"
I feel the same way about 2049 and Dune is just as good in every way!!
Greatest sequel ever made. Even better than SW ESB in my book.
You will NOT be disappointed friend. Absolutely amazing art.
"I did not choose to direct Blade Runner 2049, I was invited to do so" - Denise Villeneuve
"A great man does not seek to lead, he is called to it" - Frank Herbert
;)
He puts as much passion in to his interviews and giving answers.
When he’s done with Dune he’s probably the only person I’d trust to take a look at Akira next..
Yup. Or take a crack at Ghost in the Shell and put that last live action remake in the dirt just like he did with lynch’s Dune.
Ohhh, your comment gave me shivers
Don't think an adaptation of Akira is even necessary. But I get your point.
You want Part 2? See this movie in theaters at least twice. It's so good.
gotta say I am almost certainly going to...
I did, and it was very profitable. Some films are good for a second watch, and I am not talking about not understanding the first time which is stupid (Tenet hehe), but about noticing details, in directing, the shots, some actings, some particularly rich lines etc. Second time was a pleasure for me.
That was a heartwarming interview. Must be a relief for film makers to meet one of the rare interviewers who actually GETS it. Well done.
When I saw the Baron wipe his hand across his bare head, I couldn't help think of Kurts' same movement in Apocalypse Now. It brought a smile to my face. Nice touch, Denis.
Timothee is very gifted, every scene he nailed perfectly. (The distress and tone when he was in the tent, the acceptance and embrace of his path at the end) can you imagine if he got Spiderman?! Feiges loss, Holland is more of a marvel mould, timothee can add nuance and I cannot wait to see his career for the next 10+ years!
Honestly, I think Tom Holland is a great MCU Spider-Man. He's better at the light-heartedness stuff, I think, than Timothee would be in the MCU, though obviously Timothee's absolute command over his face would have made him better at the dramatic moments.
Timothee is probably the overall better actor, but I think Tom was a better fit for that particular role.
The pain box scene is one of my favorite scenes of Dune. Timothee was just so good with the little nuances of expression before the scream. I was holding my breath, didn't know what was going to happen next.
Denis needs to direct a bond film. It’d be awesome.
He's definitely throwing the idea out there lately. Fingers crossed.
God no I hope not. Bond is overdone. Overcooked. Burnt archaic action bullshit.
i'd give that to Nolan, I feel like Nolan needs "easy" narratives to work with right now, I loved all his movies but TENET....idk a bit overkill and dense
@@olderloverxx yeah, but consider the gravitas and grit that he could inject..... might be excellent if its in 5 years and it's Chalamet as bond....
@@Ryan-Fkrepublicnz I hear ya... But I'm so done with James Bond and any future Bond movies.
Ali is such a delightful interviewer!
He's got to be the best out there atm he kills every interview
Yes I was just about to say - I LOVE all his questions. They’re all personalized and thoughtful, not the usual bland questions you get from your average interviewers. He also reflected wonderfully to Denis’ response, making the whole interview more of a 2-way conversation than a Q&A session. Well done!
I wish this was longer, he is one of my favorite directors I love love love Incendies so much
I'll never forget watching Incendies for the first time. Such a heartbreaking, yet beautiful movie.
Yeah, that kinda wrecked me lol
Denis Villeneuve's one of the greats, that's for damn sure.
May he make amazing movies for years to come.
Most consistent director in the game, he hasn’t made a bad film
Denis is such an important filmmaker. Cinema needs his epic and grandiose vision and style. He makes such beautiful films. I can't wait for Dune part 2!
A man who's never made a bad film and a man who's never had a bad interview.
I love this interviewer. I look forward to seeing him almost as much as the celebrities
Hearing Denis speak with the Arrival theme playing over his words was almost tear inducing wow
While I love the convenience and comfort of watching movies at home, I have to agree with both Denis and the interviewers stance on the theatrical experience of cinema. Thinking back to Avengers Endgame, where Captain America calls Mjolnir, was one of the best experiences I've ever had with a movie and with a theater full of people. Everyone erupted in cheers. No matter how die hard or casual of a fan you were of the MCU, everyone came together in that moment in a way that would not be possible if we weren't together in that theater. Absolutely incredible. I will never forget it, and that's why the theater experience is so integral to cinema as a form of art and entertainment.
Dude, YOU are one of the most REAL interviewers of this day and age NEVER more needed and appreciated
This dune is just better imho. it actually gives you proper context as to why and what they are fighting for.
The other dune just didn't do that.
This film left me wanting to see the next one in a big way.
Denis is my favorite director and basically five of his recent films are my favorite films of all time. The style is just my favorite.
It's not often that a film can make me gasp and physically react but when the Harkonnens attack Arackkis and the massive explosion happens and then all of the helicopter things take off, I was just like "Wow!"
Favourite interviewer. He asked everything I wanted to know, about Denis but also the film.
As an editor, you got me the moment you put the arrival theme behind Deni's answer about the importance of cinema. It was a beautiful moment. Thank you.
10:40 onwards, By the Nature of Daylight on the background of Villeneuve defending the cinema experience
*P E R F E C T I O N*
Beautiful piece of music, joyful and sad in equal measure.
@@fattysl26 what music is it exactly? It’s annoying me because I know I’ve heard it in a film before but can’t remember which one
@@connormckenna5972 It was in his other film Arrival
@@fattysl26 yeah I found it it’s in shutter island as well. It’s called on the nature of daylight by Max Richter
I truly believe that Denis will be remembered as one of the all time greatest directors and will still be known and talked about in a hundred years or so
The scene where Timothee says "All part of the plan". That's where I said "damn, that's a good actor"
Good actor indeed but not right for this role
@@beyondxxl strong disagree
@@beyondxxlstrong disagree (2)
You guys are masterful for playing "On the Nature of Daylight" while Denis exudes passion for cinema. Hearing that song at the end of Arrival reminded why I love movies. Whenever I think of great artistic choices in film, that scene is one of the first to come to mind. And whenever I rack my brain for great directors, Denis is one of the first.
Also made me cry like a baby :')
I can't wait to go see dune in IMAX!! Also Ali plumb is a great interviewer
you will love it.
One thing that stood out for me in this film (which is saying a lot). Was the costumes. This film is a masterpiece.
I was shell shocked when I realized that Nature Of Daylight is being played on Denis’ answer, the combination simply became a cinematic escapade in itself!
The best of the best interviewing the best of the best. What could be better?
The last part when Denis Villeneuve explain about his love of cinema got me almost teared up. He is a master in his craft and reach so many people with his min blowing movies!
That’s a very very excellent and well edited interview! Denis is an absolute genius, his words explaining what Cinema means gave me chills and churned my love the more about it.
I literally got chills watching Dune, just by the sheer epicness of the movie. Still didn't understand Arrival
you might want to see it again. That one is complicated and I appreciated it the second time more or at least as much...
9:45
His humbleness and respect didn't allow him to make fun of Lynchs work even when the interviewer pushed for it.
This is the only interviewer that i can remember the face of, he asks so many good questions!
i love how chill he seems like just a down to earth, easy to talk to guy but he’s also made like 6 or 7 absolute masterpieces of modern day cinema and is quite literally a genius
That speech about the 'reason' for film at the end, I thought, was very touching.
Genuine artist who is humbled by the books he directs, that is rare quality in modern film industry.
I need the 4 hour cut Denis 😂
What an amazing interview, you can feel the love for movies of these two, and the montage and music at the end had me on the brink of tears, Villeneuve is a genius director
Props to the editor using that emotional theme from Arrival at the end of the interview
ALI you are such a good interviewer- not fainting or bowing down to the celebrity in front of you; just intelligently having a conversation WELL FKIN DONE
I’ve watched dune 3 times already and catch new things each time
Dune is absolutely fantastic. The acting and cinematography are almost perfect.
He doesn't even know that I exist but I appreciate him so much for making Dune and giving me such an experience..and that last part was so damn moving?
We are blessed to be living in a time where he has been at his prime making amazing movies.
this man denis villeneuve just oozes passion. passion for his art. passion for the work. passion for the progress. jus pure passion that directly translate into his movies and its jus so obvious to the audience. bravo
The absolute best movie i've seen in years. I hope and can't wait for Part II.
Saw Dune las night on IMAX, holy hells bells it was mind blowing!
I'm glad Denis Villeneuve exist, I'm not a cinema fan in general, I just enjoy some movies, but I have learn to appreciate the narrative power of a good film after watching his works. Thank you.
All of his films are masterpieces godamn I love his works
Give this man a bond movie and it will be glorious
Or. Batman movie,he referenced the book "most serious house on serious earth"...which im not very familar with,but the feeling of atmosphere i was getting in which is described it would be perfect style for Villeneuve adaptation.
timothy gon be a top 3 actor/actress in the next couple years bro is made for this
Such a nice and humble guy, no wonder he becomes the true master.
What a great, passionate and fun interview! You two are wonderful people and make being a cinema fan a truly wonderful experience. I can not wait for what comes in the future!
This interviewer is such a class act. Quite a pro. His love of movies is evident, and you can see how giddy he is to share that with someone who clearly shares that same level of care.
9:50 The look on his face definitely says "Oh wait until you see part 2"
The greatest director of our generation now, he's going to be one of the greatest of all time soon.
My favourite denis villenuve Movie is Incendes. It is heart breaking and i still think about it sometimes
ive seen it 4 times, the more i watch it, the more impressed ive become with this film..
When the "arrival" violins kick in.....the feels. Need to rewatch it. Like now.
After Arrival, Dune might be the most incredible space film I've seen.
Just saw Dune at home on surround sound system. Was amazing. Can’t imagine how I didn’t see this in theaters where it must’ve been epic. This man is a complete and underrated genius behind the camera. Such amazing vision and ability to express it. And his comments I e heard on other videos that state he tries to pay homage to the source material and the original vision of the author are what make him a truly phenomenal director. How he does exactly that and still adds his own shape to these projects is masterful.
Can’t wait for Dune part 2 !
OK but Arrival's soundtrack playing at the end while Villanueve said why cinema is such an unique experience really got me in the feels
Another brilliant interview by Ali! 👏👏👏
Denis is so humble and deep thinking - it's soo interesting to listen to him!
Great interview. Lovely tribute to Denis with the montage at the end with "This Bitter Earth" playing in the background.
I kinda got a bit emotional towards the end, the Arrival score is hauntingly beautifully and Denis’ take on the importance of a movie theatre made it a wholesome moment.
just watched dune on imax, blew my mind
Best interviewer.
Brilliant interviewer meets brilliant film director, i would not mind give my 3 hours watching the long version (director's cut:) of this interview.
Amazing interview and the ending is worth giving the team that work on the edit a great bonus/raise for their yearly objectives :P ! Love this Director & IMO Sicario was something special !
Together we become "one through cinema". That was perfect.
I can listen to Denis talk about films all day.