Florence Welch, the talented singer-songwriter of the widely popular band Florence + The Machine, made a captivating appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden. During the interview, she revealed an interesting aspect of her lockdown experience – she spent her time watching horror movies.
Normally, Florence wouldn’t go near horror movies because she found them scary enough considering the world we live in. However, the lockdowns created a different atmosphere, and she found solace in watching horror films. She explained that watching romantic comedies or movies where people were out and about felt distressing and made her long for the lost world of pre-pandemic life. In contrast, horror movies became surprisingly soothing for her.
Florence confessed that she became a horror movie enthusiast during the lockdown, even watching classics she had never seen before, like The Shining. Although she discovered that she didn’t particularly enjoy slasher films, she found herself drawn to movies like Midsommar and Suspiria. She appreciated the genre’s beauty and found it therapeutic in some way.
Amidst the discussion about horror movies, James Corden took the opportunity to praise Florence on her new album, which he described as “utterly brilliant.” He predicted that her album, like her previous work, would continue to gain popularity and make a big impact. This led to a mention of another guest on the show, comedian Nick Kroll, whose stand-up special, “Little Big Boy,” also received high praise from Florence.
The conversation took an exciting turn when James Corden brought up Florence’s recent experience in Times Square. Florence shared how thrilling it was to see herself on a billboard, but she amusingly revealed that she didn’t realize it was a digital billboard featuring multiple programs. She patiently waited for her turn amidst ads for other shows, languishing through Bridgerton 2 and other Netflix offerings. Finally, her billboard appeared, and she managed to capture the moment with a picture.
What made the moment even more memorable was when a passerby mistook Florence for someone famous and asked for a photo with her. In a comedic turn of events, he handed her his camera and asked her to take a picture of him with a naked Iron Man. This lighthearted anecdote showcased the amusing experiences that can unfold in Times Square.
Towards the end of the interview, Reggie Watts, the show’s bandleader, surprised Florence with an amusing and unrelated question about using discarded yarn and threads for creative projects such as needlepoint, knitting, or embroidery. Although caught off guard by the unexpected question, Florence smiled and playfully responded that she would probably make something macrame-related, perhaps a macrame figure of her favorite artist, Macklemore.
Florence Welch‘s appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden was a delightful blend of insightful discussions, humorous anecdotes, and glimpses into her personal experiences during the lockdown. Her love for horror movies, unexpected encounters in Times Square, and playful banter with the show’s host and bandleader brought energy and entertainment to the interview.
