Richard Gere looked exceedingly uncomfortable during that. She tore the poor fellow to shreds. I don’t think there’s anyone on the planet who would be able to manage Dame Edna.
The biggest movie stars are simply overwhelmed by Edna. It's like they're just extras. And Richard Gere is probably not the funniest man in the world ...
In fairness to Richard Gere, he was the unwitting recipient of Dame Edna's merciless teasing: "You're not a sex symbol to me darling, in fact you're actually a bit of a turn-off" ... I shouldn't think he was expecting that, nor the reference to his "little bits"!
"What time will they be on?" A not very subtle dig that their films are TV movies. I love Dame Edna's biting humor. She took full advantage of Richard Gere as one of the guests. One of her trademarks is that she does research about the people with whom she'll appear.
richard gere and lauren bacall sure were enjoying themselves. some american guests on briitsh talk shows act as ifthey dont understand anyting going on
I have noticed this too, but I'm sure I would probably be the same. I am an American living in Britain, and I can tell you that the humour is very different. I'm not sure Edna would seem as funny in the states. Although I have come to absolutely adore her whilst living here.
Thank You for sharing this treasure. Wonderful to see old friends once again. Great performances when ‘guests’ stayed for the entire show, and joined in conversations as the newer guests came onstage.
Maybe I'm just getting old...but I think the reason we don't see this format any longer is because so few celebrities these days have the IQ and command of the language to be able to carry on a conversation. Especially so if they can't use various expletives.
Does anyone know to stop these wretched ads popping up willy-nilly during this video and ruining Dame Edna's repartee? ... Talk about counter-productive. I shouldn't be surprised if the items being advertised are boycotted as a result of these unwelcome interruptions.
She is always incredible and fantastic. The audience was with her and just loved it. She will always be in our hearts. She will be a legend forever! Oh, and thank you Barry Humphries you are the best. You keep good company!
