Late Night with Seth Meyers Season 7 Episode 30 Robert Pattinson, Former V.P. Al Gore, Nicole Rucker
- TV14
- November 19, 2019
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7.2 (13)
Robert Pattinson, the British actor, graces the Late Night With Seth Meyers studio for the first time ahead of his new movie 'The Lighthouse' that's set to release soon. They discuss the inspiration behind the movie, which is a psychological thriller shot in black and white, and Pattinson's admiration for his co-star Willem Dafoe. They also talk about Pattinson's experiences portraying Batman, including the intense physical training and his preparations to portray a different kind of manifestation of the Caped Crusader. Pattinson also talks about his early life and how he started pursuing acting as a way to evade bullying and ostracization.
The second guest for the night is the former Vice President of the United States, Al Gore. He talks about his Climate Reality Project, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the climate crisis and collaborating with individuals and companies to enact change towards sustainable living. Gore discusses the role of politics and the rampant disinformation in delaying reforms to tackle climate change, and the need to hold accountable entities that contribute to the problem. They also talk about the role of technology in solving the climate crisis and the potential for additional job opportunities with a transition to renewable energy sources.
The episode closes with Nicole Rucker, a renowned pastry chef, discussing her journey into baking and her new book 'Dappled: Baking Recipes for Fruit Lovers'. Rucker talks about her philosophy of creating desserts that are not too sweet and utilizing fresh, locally sourced fruits that are in season. She also shares some of her favorite recipes from the book, including a Pear and Sage Tart and an Olive Oil Peach Upside-Down Cake. The segment ends with Meyers and Rucker sharing some cherry-poppyseed scones and apple turnovers.
Overall, this episode presents a well-rounded mix of entertainment, social commentary, and culinary expertise that will appeal to different audiences. The diverse guests allow for a broad range of topics to be discussed and may prompt viewers to learn more about these issues or pursue new interests. As always, Seth Meyers impresses with his sharp wit and insightful questions, making for an engaging and well-crafted episode of Late Night.