Summary of Christoph Waltz On The Difference Between Germans & Austrians | CONAN on TBS
In this entertaining segment from "CONAN," Christoph Waltz engages in a light-hearted conversation about the cultural differences between Germans and Austrians. The episode kicks off with Conan O'Brien expressing his admiration for Waltz's intense performance in "Inglourious Basterds," humorously claiming it has "ruined" his marriage due to his inability to look away from the film whenever it airs.
As the conversation shifts to the topic of national identities, Waltz cleverly compares the differences between Austrians and Germans to a "battleship and a waltz," highlighting a stark contrast in their cultural approaches. He playfully points out that Germans are often seen as serious and straightforward, lacking humor, while Austrians are portrayed as more polite and humorous, albeit insincere in their niceties. Waltz's wit shines through as he acknowledges the Irish in the mix, drawing parallels between the Irish and Austrians regarding their communication styles.
The banter is filled with clever observations, and Waltz's charm makes the discussion both insightful and amusing. The segment captures the essence of cultural stereotypes with a humorous twist, showcasing Waltz's ability to navigate serious topics with a light-hearted approach.
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— 01:19 — « The difference between austrians and germans is like the difference between a battleship and a waltz. »
— 01:40 — « It's just 100 percent true. »
— 02:56 — « Austrians tend to make their lives easier... they are very polite and second they don't mean it. »
— 03:20 — « Ireland has nine literature nobel prize winners... that says something for communication in a culture. »
— 03:47 — « The difference between austrians and germans is very much like english and irish. »
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