Ep 136. Cate Blanchett, Taylor Kitsch
- October 16, 2017
Cate Blanchett and Taylor Kitsch are the special guests on season 15, episode 136 of The Ellen DeGeneres Show. The show begins with Ellen talking about the latest trends, pop culture and her funny takes on the day's news. Ellen then welcomes Taylor Kitsch, the Canadian actor best known for his role in the television series "Friday Night Lights". Taylor opens up about his love for hockey and how he was discovered at a hockey tournament before he got into acting.
Next, Ellen sits down with Academy Award-winning actress Cate Blanchett. Cate shares her experiences playing "Hela," the villain in the latest Marvel blockbuster "Thor: Ragnarok". Ellen and Cate both admire each other's quirky personalities and Ellen highlights how Cate embodies feminine strength.
After the interview, Ellen asks both guests to play a game called "Fast Hands" where they have to identify various items held in front of them. The game gets competitive and hilarious, and it becomes evident that both guests possess quick reflexes.
Later in the show, Ellen brings up the topic of Taylor's upcoming role in the drama miniseries "Waco" where he will play the role of David Koresh. He opens up about his preparations for the role and how he was meticulous about playing the role in a way that would be respectful to the tragedy that occurred. Cate praises Taylor for his dedication to his craft.
Another fun segment involves Ellen putting her guests on the spot with a game of "Would You Rather?" The guests are given two options to choose from that are often humorous or politically incorrect. The segment sparks laughter and insight into both guests' personalities.
The show comes to a close with Cate and Taylor thanking Ellen for having them on the show and Ellen thanking her guests for their honest and hilarious answers throughout the show. It's a fun and entertaining episode that will leave viewers wanting more.
