Martin Scorsese shares his experience of working with Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone with Stephen Colbert
MANHATTAN, NEW YORK CITY: In a captivating conversation on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert', renowned director Martin Scorsese offered a glimpse into the intricate world of his latest film, 'Killers of the Flower Moon'.
Colbert, known for his probing questions, engaged Scorsese in a discussion about the film's exploration of morality, sin, and forgiveness, topics that have long been central to the director's cinematic oeuvre.
Martin Scorsese discusses the collaborative process in his latest film
The dialogue commenced with Colbert addressing the film's portrayal of evil in humanity, prompting Scorsese to reflect on the unique challenges presented by the movie.
The director acknowledged the film's departure from his previous works, stating, "This is sort of a quotidian day-to-day evil which may be something that is part of our human nature."
He emphasized the importance of avoiding preachiness and instead delving into the characters' manipulation of one another.
As the conversation unfolded, Scorsese revealed the meticulous process behind the scenes of 'Killers of the Flower Moon'.
Describing the collaborative effort with actors and co-producer Marianne Bauer, he explained, "No scene was actually set. We worked it out on the script so that we would be able to open up each scene, asking how much does he know and when does he know it? What does he do about it? Does he really poison her?"
Martin Scorsese applauds Lily Gladstone's groundbreaking performance
Colbert then steered the discussion towards Lily Gladstone's groundbreaking performance in the film. Scorsese expressed his gratitude, calling it a "blessing to witness people appreciating her work."
He commended Gladstone's centered feeling, intelligence, and understanding that translated into a perfect portrayal without excessive dialogue.
The interview continued with insights into Scorsese's experience directing both Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio, two iconic actors with distinct working styles.
Scorsese playfully described the differences, stating, "Bob has less talking. Leo likes to talk a great deal."
The conversation also touched upon the historical significance of Lily Gladstone being the first Native American woman nominated for an Oscar.
Scorsese expressed disbelief at this being a first, underscoring the impact of her performance on audiences.
As the segment concluded, viewers were treated to anecdotes about De Niro's reserved nature, with Scorsese sharing amusing stories from the 70s when De Niro seldom spoke at social gatherings.
The director concluded by emphasizing the wonderful "chemistry between De Niro and DiCaprio", leaving the audience eagerly anticipating their collaboration in 'Killers of the Flower Moon'.
