Josh O’Connor | God’s Own Country Q&A
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- EE Rising Star nominee discusses the transformative nature of his role in Francis Lee’s debut feature God’s Own Country.
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Josh actually has a very friendly demeanour, so the way he transformed himself in this film was amazing. He looked hard and forbidding and not very attractive, his body language was full of prickly warning signs. That's what acting is all about.
Not very attractive?!?
He was sooooo attractive haha
I actually found him very attractive BECAUSE of his personality
@@jpiccone1 i think it was referred to his character in the movie, not the actor himself :)) Josh is utterly charming, i fell in love with him after watching The Durells.
@@jpiccone1 hes cute especially when he smiles.
A stunner of a film, sexuality is not the issue here but the difficulty of falling in love. It happens gradually and is brilliantly performed.
Yes, learning to fall in love and allowing oneself to be loved. Both can be very scary and makes oneself utterly vulnerable. That's why it can be such a challenge.
perfectly described
Hmm maybe there's not much emphasis on the sexuality part but when we saw the granny burst into tears after realizing John is gay from the condom she found i guess there was a little problem how she hide her opinion about it but i think that she eventually accepted him giving John the paper that Georghe left. We also haven't seen what his Dad's opinion about it, John never mentioned his sexuality to him
@@ameregal3499 7 months late but the granny was crying because of the Dad's condition, she had no problem with her son coming out
If you haven’t seen this incredible film, you should. You will be amazed at this actors transformation. He’s an incredible talent.
Absolutely brilliant on Josh's part as an actor. Going from such a dysfunctional individual void of social or intellectual skills to this very kind caring person who has this beautiful ability to show intense love and respect for humanity. This film cannot be watched once. It requires a second and third time, at a minimum.
Yes ! Indeed!
watching Josh's face during his attempt to reconcile with Gheorgh was a wonder. sooo touching.
@@acepaloma3887 " I want us to be together" best line for me. This film is beyond beautiful ❤
@@mariafernandabustospolo748 and if you think back to how Johnny is at the beginning of the film and realize how difficult it must be to admit that he needs someone.....this makes it even more heartbreaking.
I started crying when he said "I don't wanna be a fuck off anymore.." and cried more when he said "I wanna be with you, I want us to be together.."
The sheer beauty of this film is that it is not about any gay tropes i.e
- coming out
- STIs
- homophobia
It’s a beautiful love story where one man teaches another how to be in love.
He’s absolutely brilliant in this film. All of them are but this guy is something else. His performance is absolutely top draw
lol
I'm a straight man, and my best friend introduced me to this wonderful film with such incredibly photography, storyline and excellent actors.... and I think I'm in love with this guy... Myself I'm questioning my sexuality right now.
you might like Call Me By Your Name
@@sosickandtiredofalltheneed568 such a beautiful film as well. Hard to choose between both film.
Welcome to the club 😂
this was 2 years ago but you’ll love Moonlight if you haven’t seen it already
@@lt3111 ooo I watch Moonlight after GOC. It was so dreamy and beautiful. There are some similar themes between the two.
When I watched that cathartic barn scene, I thought it was a most amazing display of an act of healing. You can feel how Gheorghe lifts the heavy weight of Johhny's self-hatred and blinding, numbing hopelessness, as poison is drawn from a wound. I also really liked the characters of Deirdre and Martin, the grandmother and father. The way they are introduced as constant reminders of threat and failure to Johnny is gradually revealed to be only based on their worry about their son's unhappiness and the future of the family business. Not at all on his sexuality as may have been part of his fears.
Brilliant and insightful comment - I agree totally. One of the several beauties of the film is that it did not veer into the clichés of coming out and familial rejection. I found his father and gran to be fascinating characters and the way Johnny thawed and let them in, after learning how to love, was wonderful.
@Irrazzo So beautifully said. Another amazing scene of healing is the father's bath scene. The way Johnny takes control of the situation to show he truly loves his father that challenges him day after day.
Josh is so freakingly (lol) smart. Just the way he thinks, explains the film and his character is fascinating. The structure of his speech shows his intellegence.
blown away by how different he is irl! so adorable and fidgety!!!
I've seen Josh O'Conner in several other films, including The Crown and The Dorells of Corfu. I just think his role and performance in this movie is Oscar worthy!
Josh is so lovely
Agreed. He has the most angelic smile on the planet...and so refreshing..
This movie is a love letter to all lonely, close off, disfunctional frustrated ppl to open up n give life/ppl a chance to be love you back n get what you deserve 😘
N great interview josh kudos to you and Alec and Frances the #GOC whole team
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Wow. I know it’s kinda obvious to say because actors spend their careers pretending to be other people but the difference between Johnny and Connor is breathtaking, especially the Johnny we see at the start of the film. This is testament to his phenomenal skill as an actor. What a talent, and what a magnificent film.
This film holds such stark and tender truths: The grim landscapes of both the earth and the heart can look so much more beautiful when seen through the eyes of another. We can learn to see - and to love.
I was scrolling through Netflix looking for a random movie to watch when I stumbled across this film that completely changed my life. I shared it with my friend who is a straight Muslim female, so about as sheltered from this type of cinema as you can get. She had to watch it twice just to get pass her initial judgement, but boy - did she love it. The storytelling in this piece is masterful, the actors incredible, just everything! Couldn’t have been done better by anyone in the world.
What a charming, intelligent and talented young man. I'm looking forward to seeing this film and the future career of Josh. 👍
Amazing movie, I hope Josh has an amazing career after this. He's an incredible talent and he deserves it.
Can't wait to see Josh in coming films, he's proven he is an amazing actor.
such a well spoken man
He's my gay crush at the moment. So handsome, so talented and those ears... my heart 💘
Gabriel me too
is he gay or straight?
y’all he’s str8 😔💅 the gays lost another one this year 💔
@@allupinyomine but we got pablo alborán!
Naji S. no sir no I refuse to believe it 😔
YEEEEEEEEEEEEES! Finally there was an actor, whom I would like to applaud standing up)Josh O'Connor, you are incredible in this role. I looked at your interview after the movie and saw how different you are from that character in God’s Own Country .And this is the true skill of the actor, a complete transformation into the role.I fully believed as if I watched a documentary.Without superfluous words, you managed to show such strong emotions, such a transformation of the personality from complete degradation of personality, loneliness, emptiness to true love and faith in life. You gave hope to many people. You made me cry because of loneliness and despair at the beginning of the story and because of being happy in the final scene.I really want you not to be spoiled by popularity and you could always remain yourself the same sincere, childishly direct, cheerful guy! I'm sure you have a great future in the film industry. I wish you new victories and good luck!
Александра Демьяненко Well said!
unpopular opinion, but i don't really like how people always seem to compare god's own country to brokeback mountain. there is a correlation, yes, but the worlds of those two movies are actually so different to one another: the scenery, the topics dealt with, the cinematography, the characters and their backgrounds as well as their development, the time each movie is set in.. both movies are AWESOME by just being simply awesome themselves, there is no need for comparison. i feel like by always comparing - and not admiring this particular movie without bringing up the other - we are diminishing it's essence and magic in a way.
Holy shit, he is nothing like his character in the film! What an incredible actor!
Just saw the film for the second time and loved it even more than the first time. Incredible acting by Josh, making the difficult character Johnny 100% believable and moving.
He barely fits into that armchair the poor thing
They look like kids chairs
I saw the film yesterday. Bought it on Apple TV.
I did not know Josh O’Connor before the current season of the Crown. He is very talented.
I enjoyed the film very much. I think Johnny Saxby really develops as a character and learns to soften up and open up to others, thanks to Gheorghe.
Gemma Jones and Ian Hart are excellent as usual.
A few scenes were very touching, especially when Johnny’s dad says thank you when his son bathes him after his second stroke.
Great film! Cheers from Montreal.
I adored Josh's performance in God's Own Country. Fantastic movie, indeed, uplifting and put a big smile on my face with that ending! In other news, that chair looks so uncomfortable for Josh. Poor man doesn't seem to know what to do with his legs!
Thank you for sharing this interview. The film is indeed Brilliant in all aspects.
It is rare to see a good and intelligent interview. Of course more possible in the UK or Australia. Never in the usa.
This was really remarkable in its honesty and yet not being sensational or effusive. The interviewer of course is to be commended because he asks thoughtful questions without the desire to titillate or sensationalise. Although he did seem uncomfortable or nervous at times. i.e. tying shoelaces out of the blue or fidgeting. But Thank you to him.
Josh .... I love you for using the term "Queer Cinema". I say this as I have a particular dislike and aversion to the word gay. Maybe one day the homosexual experience will be a "gay life" but up until now for most it has been anything but "gay", often quite the opposite. Josh's thoughts which drew some applause were excellent and heart warming.
And not to give anything away the "happy end" they speak of is sensitive and moving but not nonsensically romantic a la usa Hallmark or other overly sentimental and unrealistic stories.
may i point out: he is having trouble sitting in the chair and his jeans are cuffed
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to be fair that armchair is so small for him sjdjjdjf
Lmao as I started this video I was like, "I wonder if he's gay or straight?". Then I noticed his jeans, and once he leaned back awkwardly in the chair I though, "Ah, so he's bisexual then!"
the cuffed jeans really said it all
I love this actor! His role in "Les Miserables" was inquisite, powerful and very genuine! His image of an actor is soo unique! A very fine British promising actor!
I believe the movie is not about sexuality but about how Johnny found someone who transformed him and make him realized that what's missing in his life is love, which Georgi (i dont know how to spell his name bc of their accent) brought since he came.
Georghe. You can see his name written on a bit of paper in the film at one point.
Well I watched this film the other night and I've never enjoyed a film for a long time so much superb story line and well casted thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it.
I missed this amazing film while it was being shown in a regular cinema, so I purchased its DVD edition and found it really a very incredible film. The narrative was completely believable and all the actors were excellent in their characterization, especially the 2 leading actors (Josh O'Connor and Alec Secareanu), but special commendation to supporting casts (Gemma Jones and Ian Hart). Director Francis Lee did a masterful work in his directorial debut, and I look forward to seeing more projects from all these talented artists. (P.S. I also have seen "Call Me By Your Name", but in my opinion, "God's Own Country" is a superior film.)
I love him ❤😭😭😭
i love how this interview is a very fluid conversation -- great job!
God's Own Country is so much better than CMBYN it's not even close. Josh should've won all the awards for Best Actor.
I don't think one needs to compare them since they are so different. I like them both. The settings and styles are so different. One has to take into account how diversified gay people are. They are arrayed from the worst criminals to the almost saintly. I have known the gamut. Elio would never have had anything in common with either of the characters in "God's Own Country," and those characters would have been completely out of their league in northern Italy with polyglots talkiing about classic writers and composers. The one thing they all share is love and passion. I, being an Italophile, adore "Call Me by Your Name." My Puerto Rican partner of 30 years, who came of age in the projects of New York, liked the brutal approach of "God's Own Country." His favorite European city is Amsterdam, mine is Rome. Two films, two different life experiences.
Agreed. I am definitely more touched by God's Own Country, CMBYN the movie is quite mediocre in my opinion, but the book is very good and moving!
Completely agree!!
gain al : I like (LOVE) both. To like one better than the other is one's privilege but to judge the acting shoud be more objective and while I admire Josh for his superb performance, Thimothee's is amazing and more difficult because the nature and age of the character, 17 while he was 21, and also because he too had to go through a hard training if not so dirty. Josh's performance is more physical and extremely demanding but emotionally, the character being so primitive it requires less subleties and more physicality which is less difficult to express, but I understand that his (and Alec's) sex scenes are very commendable and appealing. Thimotee's looks, faces, voice are simply formidable in such a young and inexperienced actor and we should agree that in any case he has a much wider range of situations, emotions, and dialogues in CMBYN to show his acting skills. That said, Josh is sensational. And most of all I am so happy to have these two extraordinary films in one year.
My problem with CMBYN, other than the occasional cringey dialogue (example: the piano scene), is Armie Hammer. He was so fucking bland and wooden as Oliver that it really hindered the film. Not once did I notice his desire for Elio. That said, Chalamet was indeed very good. He was the force that kept CMBYN from falling apart 100%, but he wasn't enough as ultimately, it was a *romantic* drama. Still, out of the official nominees this year I would still pick him as my winner.
God's Own Country, on the other hand, is just a much more sincere, genuine, and convincing love story. The work feels so much more personal and visceral. From the cinematography, the script, the twists, the supporting cast, to Josh and Alec, who had electrifying chemistry. Even without all the sex scenes I'd still be 100% sold on the notion that they are a real couple and that there's really a farm in Yorkshire in which they live in. It's frustrating that CMBYN is getting all the recognition and praise while GOC is being dubbed as "The British Brokeback Mountain" because it's certainly so much more than that (not that there's anything wrong with BBM. It's actually one of my favourite films of all time).
The film is one of my favorite. God's own country is remarkable to watch. ❤❤❤❤
*Awesome interview! We love you Josh for doing this movie and telling this story so incredibly!!!!*
Brilliant film......far better then brokeback mountain.
We need more films with happy endings.
All the actors were brilliant.
Josh is the perfect actor for this role.
Self hate is so common in the GLBT community and this film gives hope to those who hate who their are.
Johnny is transformed because of love.
A BEAUTIFUL FILM
I just watched this film today for the first time. I was absolutely blown away.
Josh's performance is out of this world.
One of the very top films of 2017
Superbly acted and marvelous cinematography. Putting aside this love story you have the family dynamic. Its about love, loyalty and family surviving in the absence of real human affection. Most of the characters are just dour unlikable people but somehow its riveting watching these relationships unfold as poverty, illness, and caretaking end up being being the supporting players. Its just plain unique. One more thing - watch it twice a couple of months apart.
The farmer is my new favorite person lmao
Absolutely loved this movie. Josh is so different from Johnny. His transformation is incredible. What a brilliant talent he is
One of the best films I have seen in the last times. Absolutely outstanding performances of all actors. Both Josh and Alec were so authentic in their roles. Brilliant performances. Congratulations
I saw the movie and "those scenes"... Dang it, he did it so amazingly, I couldn't even look at him in the eye during this video after those! I feel like I saw more *things* about him than I deserve 😂
I love this movie. Can't stop watching it. The characters are superb. I think I have 2 guy crushes. Josh's end performance in movie is supreme.
He' so articulate, I love him!
Great actor and wonderful film.
josh is such an amazing actor and person in general wow
Breathtaking film and performances
I really hope y'all do more moves like this one, God's Own Country is my go to love story
I like this film so much. Then i watch "The Durells" bcoz him
That film was so REAL, so gritty and depressing- but that's life. Josh was sooo perfect, you could feel his loneliness and isolation alongside the longing he felt for Gheorgh. I was so worried he was on the brink of suicide throughout, I mean, who wouldn't be in that situation! He played the role sooo fucking well, so real- and sexy too! Damn they were both very sexy in this. Wonderful film
Bravo Mr Josh O Connor Wonderful film and also I adore The Durrels in Corfu hello from NY
Why does he keep worrying about his socks and his jeans ? The cutest man ..Very lovely x
What a great interview. I felt I was sitting there being part of the process. As usual, Josh is so open and honest with his answers. Love that . He's "true blue" as we'd call someone being honest and himself. To the interviewer... excellent.!! Great questions ... you let Josh be the centre of attention. That would be what Anderson Cooper would do.!! AND Anderson is the best. Thanks.
The film was a superb and masterful production in every way. This interview was also amazing - at last, an interview with an actor about the craft/art of acting that is engaging, lively, interesting, intelligent and enlightening. At the end of it, there is a sense that the time listening was well spent.
what a fantastic interview! josh is a gift
Saw this film last night. Everything about was wonderful. It's not just a love story, but a love letter to Yorkshire. Somewhere I have never been, but would love to visit.
i love him and his acting, he does great always
Love the movie and love this interview. Josh is and amazing actor that is mesmerizing in this movie. He is attractive, funny, and perfectly adorable which makes his transformation into this character even more amazing. This movie is a true testament to what an incredible actor Josh is.
It's a beautiful story. I loved it.
Enjoyed the movie...the end i cried
He's so lovely as himself. I fell in love with his smile. Like him in Corfu; didn't recognize him from GOC; but his natural personality is love at first sight. You just want to wrap your arms around him.
I loved this film and this interview. From the filme I learned abou lonely - wow ! - and here I also learned abou people from Yorkshire.interesting
Loved this interview. Wouldn't it be great to sit for a beer and meal sometime. Pure beautiful acting Josh.
Thanks for this upload. Josh is a prince.
When Heath Ledger passed i felt an emty space in my Heart I thought I'll never whole again,, when this film end i Thank's God for Josh O'Connor and Alex secareanu! Now my heart and I beginning our Healing process for the first time since , Thanks to all so much ,thanks to all whom involved in the making of this film and God's own glorious Country side , Thanks the director Francis Lee for bring this Love story to life and to the screen and Alex secareanu specially I see that I could build a life on his gaze and his touch ,with no ,effort he makes me felt madly in love with Gheorghe Lonescu! I would almost do anything just to be in his present ! His works is flawless!
he complete the film for me !
Also a beautiful magic moment,heart warming when happy tears streaming down on the the side of Josh's good looking nose and Johny gently put his head on Gheorghe's shoulder in a loving inbrace my heart fills with Joy and Love when they they lean on each other on their way home with a lovely song playing .... , thank you all so Much there is a special place in my heart for all of you from this moment on and Heath as always!💖💜💙❤💖💜💙❤💖💜💙❤
Etienne Sugihara
Aww cutie 😢❤
I have not been able to watch another Heath Ledger film since he passed for the very reason. I can only rewatch BBM and my heart aches that this wonderful man and actor is no longer with us. I thought I was the only one. Thanks for sharing that.
UNA SORPRENDENE PELICULA FELICIDADES mR. jOSH SALUDOS DESDE MÉXICO.
He is such a fidget.
He is just so talented
Well done!!!!
It's a wonderful love story, beautifully portrayed.
Incredible actor ❤️
Loved it!
He's awesome and the movie is brilliant.
Fantastic actor!!!! I love the movie SO MUCH
LOVE!!! love the movie, love josh's acting and dedication to the character and real understanding of how meaningful this film is to LGBT people and all people, love this interview!
nice interview, thanks!
loved this film
His character's transformation through that movie was awesome, compelling.
he’s PRECIOUS
I adore Josh O'Connor
*sniffle* “Yeah it’s alright” hahaha
i love him
excellent movie
He is a wonderfully talented actor.He will go far,but not to the USA please.
great movie, I would say the best. great actor
I love him
You all need to make a plan to make another film to continue your relation on the farm. ❤❤❤
Loved this interview! Two sweet guys, and so nice and intelligent. :)
Such a good movie. Both Josh and Alec makes a believable couple. Hope there's a sequel 🤞
Josh 😍 hermoshoooo
THERES HOPE
If you put Benedict Cumberbatch and Eddie Redmayne in a blender, so handsome! ❤️
He is very.. nervuos look at the feet as he how moves them ...
I loved this movie so much more then call me by your name, it is so much more heartfelt and just overall better then CMBYN, in my opinion.
OMG ... You are so adorable x