In a recent appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” renowned actor Gary Oldman made a dramatic entrance by listing his favorite on-screen death scenes and then having Stephen Colbert “stab” him, resulting in a hilarious and lively segment that had the audience in stitches.
During the interview, Colbert asked Oldman if he ever stops to watch his own performances while flipping through TV channels. Oldman admitted that rarely does he pause, but there are a few movies that would grab his attention, such as “Dracula” and “JFK.” He particularly mentioned that Oliver Stone’s “JFK” is one of his favorites, not necessarily because of his own performance, but because he considers it one of Stone’s best films.
Curiosity took over, and Colbert inquired which of his own performances Oldman would like to reprise. Oldman humorously responded, saying that he would love to have another crack at all of them. He compared his desire to recreate roles with John Lennon’s approach to burning his past work and starting fresh. Oldman stated that as an actor, there are always new colors and flavors to explore, particularly in his younger performances.
The conversation then took an interesting turn when Brad Pitt was mentioned. Pitt has publicly credited Oldman as the person who dies best on-screen. Colbert wanted to know which of Oldman’s on-screen deaths he personally considers his favorite. Oldman recounted an impressive list of death scenes he has experienced, including being staked through the heart, decapitated, strangled by a parachute, and falling from a building. However, his favorite on-screen death is in the movie “State of Grace,” where he explains that he likes the way he falls, like a doll with the strings cut.
To add more fun to the segment, Colbert asked Oldman to demonstrate his process for a death scene. Oldman accepted the challenge, and with a knife in hand, acted out a death scene as Colbert pretended to stab him. Oldman showcased the details of his performance, from the air leaving his lungs to the realistic spit, and even the final moment with his eyes open.
The interview concluded with laughter and appreciation from both Oldman and Colbert. Despite not getting to the safe word, Oldman joked that Colbert passed the audition. The audience eagerly awaited the next guest as the show went on.
Gary Oldman‘s appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” was a memorable and lively interaction that showcased his wit and talent. Not only did he share his favorite on-screen death scenes, but he also gave the audience a glimpse into his process and entertained everyone with a hilarious demonstration. With his infectious energy, Oldman continues to captivate viewers with his acting skills, both on and off the screen.
