Hugh Grant acting attitude has come under discussion after Justice Smith, his co-star in Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, revealed candid insights from their time filming together. Speaking on Kyle MacLachlan’s podcast, Smith recounted moments that shed new light on Grant’s perspective towards his storied career in film.
Unexpected Confessions on Set
During an episode of Kyle MacLachlan’s What Are We Even Doing? podcast, Justice Smith was asked directly about his interactions with Grant. Smith responded,
“I did. Oh, I love Hugh,”
Justice Smith, Actor. Curiosity over Grant’s feelings about his profession led Smith to ask if the iconic Notting Hill star still enjoyed acting. According to Smith, Grant replied frankly that he never truly loved acting, but pursued it seeking fame and financial success. Smith described the conversation in detail:
“When I worked with him, I was like, ‘Hugh, you know, do you still love what you do? Do you still love this?’”
Justice Smith, Actor. He recalled Grant’s honest answer,
“’No.’ He said, ‘I’ve never loved it.’ He’s like, ‘I just wanted to be famous and make a lot of money.’ And I said, ‘Really?’ He said, ‘Yeah,’”
Justice Smith, Actor.
Smith continued to describe Grant’s attitude:
“He is so funny. And he’s like, ‘I’ve always hated the acting part of it.’ And I was like, ‘Oh.’ But he said it with such sincerity,”
Justice Smith, Actor. The exchange left a mark on Smith, prompting him to discuss the revelation with Rosamund Pike, another British colleague, to get her thoughts.
Is It British Humor or Sincere Disillusion?
When Smith spoke to Rosamund Pike about Grant’s comments, she had a simpler explanation, suggesting Grant’s attitude could just be a sign of British wit:
“She’s like, ‘No, I’m pretty sure he’s just British.’ I’m like, ‘Are you sure?’ I think ’cause it stuck with me. I was like, ‘Oh, I guess you can be a really good actor and just want to like just do it for the fame and money,’”
Justice Smith, Actor. Smith admitted how much Grant’s words stayed with him, opening a reflection on how one can be skillful at a craft without loving the process itself.
Perspectives from Friends and Co-Stars
Kyle MacLachlan, who hosted the conversation and has known Hugh Grant for years, offered his own outlook:
“Here’s the thing about Hugh that I think I ’cause I got a vibe about him,”
Kyle MacLachlan, Actor. MacLachlan remarked on Grant’s need for perfection and seriousness on set:
“I’ve known Hugh for a long time, and he has the same spiel that he does. I think the thing that is so challenging for him is that he’s such a perfectionist, and he takes it so seriously,”
Kyle MacLachlan, Actor.
Smith agreed that Grant approaches his work with precision, confirming similar observations during their time on set. MacLachlan continued his analysis,
“It’s like everything, he wants it to be perfect. You know, he’s got, I think, control issues, but I feel like it’s the torture of that experience as opposed to kind of letting it all go and just, you know, doing what he does. But I got to believe that he finds joy in it,”
Kyle MacLachlan, Actor. These comments present Grant as a complex figure, one motivated by standards and perhaps internal struggles, despite his casual disavowal of acting itself.
The Nuances Beneath the Surface
After hearing MacLachlan’s and Pike’s takes, Smith expressed lingering uncertainty about Grant’s true feelings:
“I would hope that he was joking, but also that British humor is so dry and like sometimes hard to permeate that I don’t know ’cause he was so sincere,”
Justice Smith, Actor. Smith added,
“Then I watch him…he does the work, he puts a lot of effort into what he does. We were working on a silly comedy together, and you could tell he really cares about it,”
Justice Smith, Actor. Kyle MacLachlan speculated that Grant’s apparent indifference may even be part of his skill set as a performer:
“He’s such a good actor, he’ll make you believe that he doesn’t,”
Kyle MacLachlan, Actor.
Why Grant’s Attitude Matters in Film Industry Conversations
The candid discussions among Justice Smith, Kyle MacLachlan, and Rosamund Pike not only shine a light on Hugh Grant’s personal outlook, but also invite reflection on broader issues like motivation, the pressures of perfectionism, and the complexity of artistry in the film industry. The contrast between Grant’s statements and his evident dedication during filming raises questions about public perception versus private intent, leaving colleagues and fans alike to wonder just how much sincerity underlies Grant’s remarks.
As Justice Smith’s candid recollections make their rounds, the conversation about Hugh Grant acting attitude continues among audiences and professionals, potentially influencing how future collaborations and roles are viewed across both the film community and viewers worldwide.
