Seriously, I watch this a few times per year and I am always impressed by how that kid transforms himself, entering the role so completely with just a little back story.

Most of the time sad or most other emotional scenes don't get to me. I cry in Homeward Bound when Shadow comes over the hill, proclaiming that he has been worried about Peter the whole time gets me.

But the way Henry embodies a kid trying to hold on to his best friend when it is insurmountable is just great. I love this video and while I am sure it has been uploaded before, I think it is usually a good watch.

Are there any other performances or auditions that hold a special pace in your heart? If so, please share!

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Danny4342 t1_je7l7qp wrote on March 30, 2023 at 12:02 AM

This was Spielberg’s secret weapon and how he made SUCH compelling movies. Being able to tap into that childlike wonder and elicit these kinds of performances. There really aren’t many director’s who’ve been able to do that quite as well (or consistently) before or since in my opinion.

https://youtu.be/tA5giyG8E7g

cbbuntz t1_je85wu6 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 2:39 AM

God damn. So many child actors just sound like they're reciting something they memorized. He's on a whole other level

Danny4342 t1_je863ak wrote on March 30, 2023 at 2:40 AM

It’s insane how good he is.

I_DO_JUMPING_JACKS OP t1_je7lw2t wrote on March 30, 2023 at 12:07 AM

And he fucking nailed it many films. This is just the one that speaks to me the most haha

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danimation88 t1_je7vt9d wrote on March 30, 2023 at 1:21 AM

I always love the end where spielberg, or whoever says you got the job

I_DO_JUMPING_JACKS OP t1_je82aa1 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 2:11 AM

That's the part that really sells me on it. He was able to hone that feeling on the spot and that is fucking impressive