Acting Legend James Fox on His Life in Film, His Son (Laurence Fox) & His Christian Faith

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James Fox is a veteran British film star renowned for his appearances in such classics as "Passage to India" (directed by David Lean), "Remains of the Day" (with Sir Anthony Hopkins), "Performance" (with Sir Mick Jagger) and, more recently, "Sexy Beast" (with Ray Winstone & Sir Ben Kingsley). A patriarch of the famous Fox acting dynasty, James notable relations include his brother, Edward Fox, and his son, Laurence.
Seldom interviewed, James Fox offers rare insights into his life in film, his colourful time in 'Swinging London', recollections of famed figures such as director David Lean, his adult conversion to Christianity and his opinion of his son Laurence's foray into politics.
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@abbyg5069 3 ай бұрын

James Fox is such a lovely man and I'm delighted to hear that he's so supportive of his son Laurence. Wonderful interview.

@ricdavid7476 Ай бұрын

Sad he became a christofacist which I suppose was as a result of performance. When I became one too I went to see him talk he was my poster boy as I was a child of he 50s and 60s . Thankfully I escaped in my late 60s.

@deborahrobertson8606 3 жыл бұрын

A gentleman being interviewed by a gentleman...and having a civil, fascinating conversation. Restores my hope. Thank you!

@gerardclark4289 3 жыл бұрын

that was brilliant...loved it one of best yet thank you

@evolassunglasses4673 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderfully English.

@janieromer2907 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. It used to be our 'normal'

@harrytd 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. I agree entirely.

@harrytd 3 жыл бұрын

Janie Romer Exactly, Ms. Romer.

@elizabethsmith9777 2 ай бұрын

What a lovely interview and knowing that James is so proud of Laurence makes my day. Laurence is a fantastic, will versed and very intellectual man.

@marksargent2440 4 ай бұрын

I am watching his sons blog fox and father both are deep thinkers and really care about the state of our nation and the fact we seem to have abandoned our Christian faith and heritage

@patrickselden5747 3 жыл бұрын

James Fox is not only a great actor - if you doubt this, see his utterly convincing portrayal of Chas in Performance - but also a charming man of principle, so thank you very much for this delightful conversation, Peter: it brightened up my Sunday morning!

@scotlandtheinsane3359 3 жыл бұрын

He was iconic in 'Performance'....😍

@patrickselden5747 3 жыл бұрын

@@scotlandtheinsane3359 Yes, he was.

@victorsilvester78 3 жыл бұрын

What a charming and intelligent man.

@colintook3357 7 ай бұрын

It's gratifying that there hasn't been damage to the relationship between James and Lawrence through the latters bravery, and indeed Lawrence has clearly paid back his education in spades.

@mataform 3 жыл бұрын

Fox is a wonderful actor. The Servant and Performance two of the best films.

@lindashipley3461 9 ай бұрын

I fell in love with James Fox at the age of eleven, after watching Thoroughly Modern Millie. I found him very charming funny and more attractive than the leading man. I then became obsessed with his other movies. I recently met his son Laurence in Parliament Square and told him that I loved his Dad which he replied so do I ❤️xx, I can also say that I find Laurence Fox to have as much charm as his father. I also respect his right to Freedom of Speech 🙏💞xx.

@jenniferbate9682 3 жыл бұрын

James Fox; a lovely straight forward gentleman sharing his wisdom. A great interview. Thank you again Peter..

@philipford6183 3 жыл бұрын

He was fantastic in 'The Servant' - a brilliant foil to Dirk Bogarde's menacing Hugo Barrett. And let's not forget his small role in 'Sexy Beast' (my favourite film of all time). A marvelously understated actor who, like Charles Dance, instantly improves any film in which he appears. What a wonderful interview - thank you!

@bobtaylor170 3 жыл бұрын

And let's not forget Thoroughly Modern Millie. That movie may not be great, but it has loads of great stuff in it.

@johnjohnston8590 3 жыл бұрын

And lets not forget his more recent performance in the 2013 channel 4 TV series UTOPIA. He played the role of a co-conspirator who, through the blackmail of prominent politicians, fools the world into thinking there's a pandemic so they will take a vaccine that causes mass sterilisation to cull the worlds population. Yes, seriously that's the plot! It's an absolute cult classic, not least for his supporting performance.

@cherylanne4390 3 жыл бұрын

Please watch him in 'King Rat' a brilliant film.

@maychild1961 3 жыл бұрын

Aaaaaah, this is one sophisticated and intelligent conversation, what a relief to hear two people who speak in full sentences AND are entertaining. Thank you so much.

@winstonsmith7652 3 жыл бұрын

Some of his responses are so short and succinct it's almost like he feels they don't need further explanation, because its obvious. You'd think. Great interview. Many thanks.

@canturgan 3 жыл бұрын

When you're that old every second counts.

@LadyBlanche.888 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Peter for this wonderful discussion with James Fox. It was great to see how much of a true gentleman and great actor he is,the whole family are brilliant actors.. I can imagine how lively discussions are around their family table!

@simontalbot1792 3 жыл бұрын

Two absolute gentlemen - what a Sunday!

@mreale2811 Ай бұрын

I’m 76 & I’ve always enjoyed watching James Fox movies…starting as a young girl in the 1960s with “ Those Magnificent Men in their Flying Machines”…….I’m so pleased that he supports his son Laurence, who I’ve also enjoyed watching for many years….Laurence is a brave, good man , he says what many people are thinking but other commentators are afraid to say…🇨🇦✝️🇬🇧

@carrie4558 3 жыл бұрын

So so refreshing to see a decent Christian gent in conversation. 👍🇬🇧

@victorsilvester78 3 жыл бұрын

How exciting. Don't forget The Servant, his first big film with Sir Dirk Bogarde. Still one of my favourite films. & Throughly Modern Millie with Julie Andrews and Carol Channing. Such a versatile actor. I really can't think of any other actor who has covered such a wide spectrum From The Servant to Performance.

@judithcressey1682 3 жыл бұрын

@Teddy A I've come here to say the same thing. A wonderful film and he is billed as William Fox (his real name I think) not James.

@bobtaylor170 3 жыл бұрын

And Thoroughly Modern Millie, while it may not be a great movie, is tremendous fun and has a lot of great stuff in it.

@simonlakin5067 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview Peter. What a star, what a gentleman. 👍🏻

@rosemaryraynor5178 3 жыл бұрын

What a lovely humble man...great interview thank you

@LadyOfShaIott 3 жыл бұрын

So sorry to have missed this live 😩 James is a fantastic actor, loved him in The Servant, Performance and one of my all-time favourite films, Remains of the Day. He brought such sympathy to the role of the appeaser Lord Darlington. Thank you New Culture Forum.

@marym.garcia4147 3 жыл бұрын

Such a delight to listen to this conversation. His remarkable talent alone should place him at the top of every casting director's list. He is simply other worldly!

@Romanovhundreds17 3 жыл бұрын

Love him,Edward and lawrence pukka family... I hear so many people talk about how London was affordable even my grandfather but I just seems so unbelievable it makes me sad that we cant still live like that anymore it's such a shame

@kipling1957 3 жыл бұрын

I always get James confused with his brother Edward Fox, who appeared in The Day of the Jackal and Gandhi. Both phenomenal actors.

@jam99 3 жыл бұрын

Edward is the more well known one! :)

@teresahall5835 3 жыл бұрын

Don't forget the classic film A bridge too far 👍🌞

@kipling1957 3 жыл бұрын

@@teresahall5835 Absolutely!

@kipling1957 3 жыл бұрын

@@jam99 To everyone else it seems.

@annpartoon5300 3 жыл бұрын

Both appeared in Lewis

@SOLXXX41 3 жыл бұрын

"There's nothing wrong with me, I'm normal"

@illaveyoubutler3588 3 жыл бұрын

‘I like a bit of a cavort’

@Back2TheBike 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating chat. I'd like to have heard more about his Christian faith and work with the Navigators.

@JelMain 3 жыл бұрын

I was Nick Campling's sound man from Paul Williams' Loughborough crew doing the Crucible gig in 78. Paul was Sally Army, the Navs had a vocation to the military less present in the UK, more Baptist and agressively pacifist. I had a foundational grounding there which would grow into full Peacekeeping, as a spiritual input - my seer medium gift was actually triggered by the CofE Church Army Seminary principal: the team won the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize, but the glory goes on high for setting the path up. If you want to know more about them, they have a website. My schooling was at Alleyns, the home of the NYT, whose most famous acting alumnus was Jude Law. I started young, taking the salute from the cast of Oh! What a Lovely War for finding them the uniforms, when I was just 14. That included his brother Edward.

@JelMain 3 жыл бұрын

His time councided with the demolition of the Oxford Movement, the de-ecclesiasticisation of faith in the wake of 1970s flower power. I'd press Matthew Chapter 6 into your hands.

@michelwharton6561 3 жыл бұрын

I remember James wonderful work with the Navigators and his commitment to Jesus Christ.

@stuartmenziesfarrant 4 ай бұрын

Me too!

@iap-ug3oy 3 жыл бұрын

This was very nice James Fox I have watched you all my life I am 80 now…thank you for this Peter…….

@kitheskethharvey3576 3 жыл бұрын

Elegant, eloquent, erudite and modest. We were lucky to secure James's services in a star-laden cast assembled for a screenplay that I had written: a bio-pic of Hans Christian Andersen - My Life As A Fairytale, for Hallmark Productions. For such an acting heavyweight, however, his character's story was incomplete. He pointed out the fact quietly, undemandingly: not requesting more lines, but wanting the arc of the story to be artistically satisfying. He suggested that a final, major scene be written for him. I tutted. What, however, was produced turned out to be, for me at any rate, the most moving scene in the picture. He steals it. He was, and is, magnificent. What a shame that our industry so under-uses him.

@marinac8072 Жыл бұрын

Interesting to know this!

@jamesjackson7844 3 жыл бұрын

His diction is still excellent.

@francishuddy9462 3 жыл бұрын

James Fox is one of my all-time favourite actors 👍🎥 He was brilliant in The Servant (1963). And brilliant as Lord Darlington in The Remains of the Day (1991) 👍🎥 This interview is a rare treat 👍📸 And James Fox is so refreshingly well-spoken 👍

@jonnyy4088 3 жыл бұрын

He was tremendous in 'Performance'.One of my favourite films.

@chrisbonell487 3 жыл бұрын

Deserved an Oscar for Performance.

@jumperjunior804 3 жыл бұрын

A lovely conversation, how could this get any dislikes? Do people watch things just to dislike it, or worse, not even watch it?

@teresahall5835 3 жыл бұрын

I TOTALLY AGREE WITH YOU 👍. Some People have (NOTHING)better to do with THEIR lives. HOW SAD, AND HOW PATHETIC 👎🐍🦂. ✌🙏❤

@attilio7 3 жыл бұрын

It was to short, they were just getting warmed up when it had to end, It was more like two friends having a chat than an interview.

@iggle6448 3 жыл бұрын

It was lovely to see Peter so relaxed.

@janetsmith8566 3 жыл бұрын

Please let there be a part 2!

@LadyOfShaIott 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, would love to have heard more.

@specialkcitizen6263 3 жыл бұрын

Yes U cimplletely agree. Things hadnt really warmed up. Maybe he can come back for a two hour special,

@majorbloodnok6659 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really enjoyed this interview.

@nickoakley69 3 жыл бұрын

Really impressed ,Wish he was my dad

@petercopley6517 3 жыл бұрын

Once again a wonderful edition of TNCFC, thank you Peter Whittle

@ladybug5859 3 жыл бұрын

What an elegant chat between two gentlemen and yet we're able to watch it from our homes on our little phones WHAT a delight. I noticed that he said he got involved with Christianity in America and I believe Lawrence his son is also deeply religious so perhaps America had something worthwhile to export if you will because these two gentlemen, father and son, are wonderful examples of true human beings. As someone noted-- yes, I would love to be a fly on the wall at a family dinner --for Holiday perhaps-- and listen to them discuss with different views certain topics and yet maintain courteous civility which is just simply not seeing nowadays. THAT would be a nice movie-- a nice short, Dinner with the F.ox's. Probably win an Oscar.. SO thank you mr. Wittle for hosting this lovely chat I wouldn't say he and Lawrence his son look a lot of like but they definitely have the same spirit so there is hope for the future with men like these amongst us

@CrystalJ7 3 жыл бұрын

lovely gentleman James!!!! It's obvious where Laurence gets his charm and commonsense from! :-)

@nicolab2075 3 жыл бұрын

What is common sense exactly?

@johncee1481 3 жыл бұрын

Very good interview thanks

@TheMaggiemay77 2 жыл бұрын

My first knowledge of Mr. Fox was in Thoroughly Modern Millie. I was 15 at the time. I had no idea who he was at the time. I was delighted to finally realize who he is and what a great actor he is. He was adorable in Thoroughly Modern Millie. 🙂

@neonatalpenguin 3 жыл бұрын

"There's a lot of tension in one area". Richard Ayoade, anyone?

@user-tc7lb6rr4r 3 жыл бұрын

Totally!

@kathrynludrick4821 3 жыл бұрын

Who's Richard Ayoade?

@kathrynludrick4821 3 жыл бұрын

Never mind. I googled Ayoade.

@woke2woke153 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this.

@BassistPaul 3 жыл бұрын

What a nice piece. The kind of thing that - some time ago - would have been aired by the BBC. Not now.

@andydixon2980 3 жыл бұрын

James Fox appears in 3 of my favourite films, The Servant, Remains of the day and Performance. Wonderful actor, but this interview should/could have been longer as Mr Fox is very silver now and is such a rare interviewee.

@AnnabelleJARankin 3 жыл бұрын

The Servant sticks out in my memory so distinctly - such a disturbing yet mesmerising film.

@kpainter2193 3 жыл бұрын

Great guest, great interview. Thank you.

@marinac8072 Жыл бұрын

This was an exceptionally wonderful interview - both of these gentlemen are a dying breed in a world where taking offence and blowing hot air is the professional occupation of most public figures. Hope to see more high quality content from this channel.

@invisibleray6987 3 жыл бұрын

The iconic SIR JAMES 🦊 .....brutal performance in REMAINS OF THE, and LEGENDARY performance in THE SERVANT.....DIRK

@garybuller5656 3 жыл бұрын

Good man...didn't do a bad London accent, in Performance...a very watchable, intelligent actor..I do like PW's interviewing technique..observant and ever so deferential, without being obsequious, or in any way overly reverential...a splendid way to pass some time...👏

@garywhitehead9246 3 жыл бұрын

A couple of wonderfull Englishmen.

@juleseight2513 3 жыл бұрын

What a delightful interview, thank you.

@judithcressey1682 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely. Please invite James back again.

@rebeccadundee2834 3 жыл бұрын

What an honest and decent chap. I loved James with Bogart. Amazing actor and another one who is completely under celebrated. Great show!

@SweetJennyFan 3 жыл бұрын

Really good see James Fox. He looks great. Good interview.

@swamisalami3000 3 жыл бұрын

Wait Laurence Fox is the son of bloody James Fox? Damn that's epic.

@orsoncart802 3 жыл бұрын

What a nice chap! 😁👍

@odinsraven116 3 жыл бұрын

Isnt he just? They are an endangered species these days.

@alancelia2542 3 жыл бұрын

In 68` hitch hiked across Europe,got stuck in the Paris riots, ended up in southern spain and Marco .Fab times to be young.

@DKSmith-ho1jr 3 жыл бұрын

This was absolutely wonderful. I wish it was longer. Love Mr. Fox.

@ingridmagee 2 жыл бұрын

I always feel like James Fox could tell so many more amazing stories from his past and career but he only says what he feels needs to be said which is lovely too.

@catherinerobilliard7662 3 жыл бұрын

As a "Remainer" I can assure you I did not lose any friendships with friends or family that were "Brexiteers" - how does that help anyone? Now we are apart from the EU, I will do my utmost to help my country progress and blossom, and history shows we shall.

@jenniferbate9682 3 жыл бұрын

From a brexiteer to a Remainer, I shake your hand x

@guglielmolanzara6651 11 ай бұрын

His a sophisticate ,and a gentleman, pure class , my mentor .Thank you James

@johnhorton9438 3 жыл бұрын

James Fox was to play Dan Dare many years ago in a British TV series. Perfect for the role.

@sherryfuzesy9030 4 ай бұрын

A real joy to listen to Michael Fox, and yearn for a flourishing of the arts once more 🌹

@Philcopson 3 ай бұрын

I'm sure it would be a joy to "listen to Michael Fox" - who is he?

@louisetrott5532 Ай бұрын

What a delightful and interesting conversation, thank you to both of you!

@emlynjay8633 3 жыл бұрын

Fox, Finney and Courtney the pinnacle of British Acting in the '60s.

@shushahemingway5156 3 жыл бұрын

and Alan Bates

@stuartmenziesfarrant 4 ай бұрын

Glad to hear James Fox again! God bless him!

@QHarefield 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Peter, for interviewing James Fox {I keep wanting to say 'Sir James'!}. That was an enjoyable half-hour.

@kathrynludrick4821 3 жыл бұрын

I so admire the Fox family. What class!

@janetsmith8566 3 жыл бұрын

ADORABLE. Love James Fox. What a treat! 💕💕

@peterheroux8239 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful talk about life, family and faith! It felt so normal in an abnormal world.

@sandrawilkins8400 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful interview...James Fox was outstanding and, of course, adorable as always.

@MrDavey2010 3 жыл бұрын

Theatrical dynasty. Very powerful.

@doctorbritain9632 3 жыл бұрын

Such a thoughtful interview, good job.

@moneypenny1267 3 жыл бұрын

Loved him in Performance!!! ❤️❤️♥️ very much still an artistic cult classic

@ICENI-Britannica 3 жыл бұрын

Films today just feel like they are all the same; you can take any plot or character, and place it into any other film. More about money than content.

@ajitpatel6832 3 жыл бұрын

What about Thoroughly Morden Milly? I enjoyed it very much and his performance was great! 🤩

@bobtaylor170 3 жыл бұрын

I adore that movie.

@lesleydonnelly2622 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview, thank you Peter

@jimpickard3850 3 жыл бұрын

Loved that ... what a fascinating man James is ... and Peter showing off his film knowledge too ! More like this please (if you can find an actor who's not too woke to talk to you !)

@lindajames7083 3 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant and interesting conversation between two very articulate people. Wish these interviews were longer and on television so that they reached a wider audience. Thank you both.

@Musrusticus- 3 жыл бұрын

As wrong as it is to talk of those on the left and those on the right, I will. Those on the right accept personal responsibility and differing view points, aka- freedom, but those on the left can’t seem to cope with this and need adherence and the state to provide. I have of course nut-shelled this but, well, you know, you get my point…

@MB-vu3ow 2 ай бұрын

I have experienced this too often. It is irritating and sad.

@martharainey9066 3 жыл бұрын

made me feel good to 'be in the company of' such decent, intelligent and talented folk. well done!

@seashells5181 Жыл бұрын

The Fox men are always wonderful to watch they bring such a sense of authenticity. Especially James Fox.

@brocktoon8 5 ай бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed this interview! Thank you!

@FirstLast-su3ke Жыл бұрын

I love James Fox. This was interesting, and I am delighted to see him.

@anafernandes225 3 жыл бұрын

I'd like o see James Fox in movies again ☀ Every role he played was a masterpiece 😃

@ladyellensings3666 4 ай бұрын

Loved this interview.

@johnleckieWATP 3 жыл бұрын

I am sure you could have gone on a bit longer, but l do enjoy these talks, thank you.

@johnoakley6362 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this conversation, my thanks to both gentlemen. I can't believe my favourite film wasn't mentioned starring James Fox, 1973's "Day of the Jackal".

@bobtaylor170 3 жыл бұрын

It's with his brother, Edward Fox. James Fox wasn't in it.

@A-Man79 3 жыл бұрын

Laurence was shut down because anyone who doesn't dance to the "woke" song will be destroyed. We're now living in the post-truth and post-democratic age.

@alerojas2952 6 ай бұрын

Cry me a river, boomer

@lmaololroflcopter 4 ай бұрын

Hahahaha

@DiagonalByte 27 күн бұрын

Lol

@beverlyfletcher4458 3 жыл бұрын

PW had his work cut out with Mr Fox! Would have liked to know more about his faith and how he supports Larence but still interesting. Thank you.

@PhilORourke 3 жыл бұрын

Peter, your navigational expertise within the interview with James was exemplary. Loved the referring back and linking in to the David Lean years and the golden seams of Cinematic excellence within the 50's 60's 70's; as opposed to the diatribe of low level intelligence aimed, politicized rubbish that is making Hollywood and BAFTA deserved Ghost Towns. You managed to seamlessly link into the fact that Laurence his son had been an actor but also allied the political side of why Laurence Fox has made his stand on the erosion of our freedoms, based on the totalitarian nature of Hollywood and the mass media here and in America. Very professional and great viewing thank's Peter.

@SirPrancelot1 3 жыл бұрын

Fascinating interview with a humble and great man. Thanks Peter.

@davidbailey4189 3 жыл бұрын

Great interview, really enjoyed that. Thanks.

@1davidpeter 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent - but they forgot Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines!

@abigailslade3824 3 жыл бұрын

Classic

@Philcopson 3 ай бұрын

Good job too - really tedious film, especially the bits with the unfunny Eric Sykes..... (A much better film of approximately the same type is Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang.)

@cherylanne4390 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved James Fox in 'King Rat', a must watch. Great interview Peter Whittle and a great shame these talented actors are not 'welcome' in todays pc climate.