Paul Mescal isn’t known for his comedy. In a big change like 2020 Ordinary person and year 2022 After SunThe Irish actor continues to paint more somber shades. It’s a quality he embraced last night when he hosted. Saturday Night Live For the first time, during his monologue, Mescal said he didn’t understand why his comedic talents had remained unnoticed. “I think I did a lot of funny acting,” he said, before sharing a video montage of him crying on screen.
Throughout the episode, Mescal’s theatrics provided some of the evening’s more imaginative comedy. Meanwhile, other “serious” actors take their time. Live broadcast To emphasize the big show and colorful bits, Mescal opted for a quieter option instead. In a number of sketches He identifies dark emotions that trigger central tension and pushes them into the light.
in one sketch which was filming a commercial for an Italian restaurant. Mescal plays the role of a seasoned actor who is full of confidence. Because he has worked with the commercial director (Mikey Day) many times before. When the actor playing his date (Ashley Padilla) admitted to being nervous because she was just starting out in the business, He politely alleviated her fears. Something he didn’t expect and things that gradually Pushing him closer to the edge is when the director becomes extremely ticklish. When his co-stars were speechless (“Imagine your pasta skills”) and decides to switch the romantic lines. The scene became more enjoyable.
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As Padilla and Day’s characters discuss trying to recreate her improvised scenes, The action seems to follow them. But Mescal’s expression is the real momentum. His defensive stance caused his self-esteem to completely collapse. and make the scene look better (Ville Forte Good at comedy like this.Eager to delve into the moment when the thin veneer protecting characters from ego death slips away)
In an effort to protect his self-importance Mescal’s character tries to advertise. But he couldn’t have the natural sense of humor that his co-stars subconsciously—and almost annoyingly—continued to create. When close to the breaking point He turned to her and said with a strained laugh: “And you know what they say. ‘Spaghetti or not? We’re going to kill you.’” Surprisingly, the restaurant owner (Keenan Thompson) ends up in love. Late because it was something his mother had said to him. Mescal had won, but not before he lost his professional edge.
Mescal has once again honed his dramatic chops to clever use in this episode. Please don’t destroy the video.Open like most of the 30 Rock offices of Ben Marshall, John Higgins, and Martin Herlihy, the trio spoke with Mescal about the delight of discovering how easy-going he is. How compared to other actors? who is the master of ceremonies “They can be so many things,” Marshall told him. “We love you,” Higgins said with admiration.
In that praise, Mescal heard something more. And after a strong stroke He added to the sentiment. “Just like, yes, I love you guys,” he said, his eyes lifting the weight again. “Yes, I think I love you,” he added quickly. Mistaking their admiration for love for a different offer. which becomes relevant fantasy With that they all moved to a cabin in the forest. And Mescal becomes “Dad.” By playing a straight man and infusing his role with the gravitas of a leader, Mescal elevates the bizarre tale into a heartfelt romantic comedy. unreasonable And sometimes it twists into a romantic comedy.
This episode also gives Mescal the opportunity to expand in other areas. Imagine a pre-recorded sketch of the night. Gladiator II It is a musical that was edited to compete with the success of evil and Moana 2In which Mescal leads the dance battle to drive the concept to its gruesome conclusion. In another musical sketch He is part of Pirate-themed male performance performed at bachelorette parties and other women. But these guys were a little too accurate: when one pirate took off his shirt to loud cheers. He revealed a chest infected with scurvy. and was quickly thrown into the water by a colleague. In both cases, Mescal’s sense of humor is reserved compared to the actor’s patchwork. He’s funny, but the moments when his dramatic efforts result in deeper comedic performance are the real gold. Tonight
