Shadowing Practice: Eiza González Auditioned for Robert Rodriguez in a Wedding Dress | The Tonight Show - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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-Thank you so much. You look gorgeous.
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-Thank you so much. You look gorgeous.
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So -- -Look, it's people.
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-I know. There's people here! isn't that great?!
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-Hi! -I know. It's the best.
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[ Cheers and applause ] Thanks for being here in studio.
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-I am so happy to be here.
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-It means a lot to us, so thank you.
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We've crossed paths, but we've never actually met before.
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-Yeah. I've seen from you afar a lot.
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-Yeah. -And I'm always like, "Hi." Because we have friends in common, which, for me, it's like third-degree separation.
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-Yeah. -Like...
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your favorite person ever, Justin Timberlake, who I worked with and did a music video -- I was like, "Okay, so, I know Justin, so now I'm friends with Jimmy." -Yeah.
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-Because -- -Of course.
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-It's like -- -Yeah. We're besties now.
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-We're best friends. I'm your favorite new Aquarius.
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-Yeah, I will take that.
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Yeah, I love that. [ Applause ] What was your plan?
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'Cause I know you were a big star in Latin America.
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But did you plan on just coming to the States and taking over?
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-No. Never. That was never a plan at all.
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I was actually just swinging by L.A., and I was just, for random reasons, there.
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And I rented -- this, like, lady -- before Airbnb existed, like, an old lady's house in the back, and I was just staying there and depressed.
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And my mom was like, "Why don't you go to an audition?" I'm like, "Mom, that's not how it works." Like, I'm -- Imagine, if it was like -- Yeah, I just to go to an audition, become a Hollywood star. It's, like, very hard.
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I was like, "Yes, Mom." She's like, "Oh, my God.
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I heard about this thing called IMDbPro.
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I'm gonna sign you up. It's fine." I was like, "Sure, Mom." So then, sure enough, my mother sort of found a way to get me an audition.
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-See? -And I go to this audition.
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And I was terrified, 'cause English is my second language, and I was like -- never done this before.
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So I, like, did it, and I did another audition and clearly didn't get it, and then found out it was "Star Wars." [ Laughter ] It was "The Force Awakens." -Wow.
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-And I had no idea.
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But, then, I just moved back.
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And then, at the time, I had bought -- I don't know if you remember.
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This was like 2007, you guys, '08 -- where you have to buy a flip phone at the 7-Eleven 'cause you couldn't get, like, a phone on the store if you were, like, from Mexico.
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You needed, like, a -- all the shebangs of being an American.
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So I had this flip phone, 'cause I was texting with this guy.
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So that was the one thing I got in L.A. -- had a hot boy.
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So, I was in a bridal shoot.
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This is wild. -[ Laughs ] -I was in the middle of a bridal shoot and, you know, big, big dresses, just like today.
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And I'm sitting there, and I get a phone call, and I pick up.
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And they're like, "Is this Eiza González?" I'm like, "Yeah. Who is this?" "Mary Vernieu." And I'm like, "I don't know who you are." -Mary Vernieu?
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-She's a huge casting director in Hollywood.
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-Amazing, yeah. -Massive.
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-Legend. -She's like, "Can you tape yourself right now?
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I need it now." And I'm like, "I'm in a bridal shoot." So I, like, took off my dress.
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I have a dress on the bottom like this big, and I have a shirt.
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And I taped against a wall with a page.
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And -- And, yeah, then they called me.
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They're like, "Can you fly in?
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Robert Rodriguez wants to meet you." I was like, "Okay." And then, the next day, I was moving to Austin, Texas, and I booked my first show.
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Got the show, didn't get the guy.
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But, you know. [ Laughter ] -Hey, no, I mean -- But look at you now, right?
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Come on. -Hi!
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-In the number-one movie in the country.
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-He should have texted me back. -Yeah.
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You should've texted her back, buddy.
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She's in the number-one movie. Come on. Yeah, exactly.
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Let's talk about "Godzilla vs. Kong." -Yes. -It is massive.
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-Yeah. -Globally massive.
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How is it like to act where there's like -- there's nothing really real, right?
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-Yeah, yeah. Nothing's real.
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Sorry, guys. Godzilla does not exist.
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Or Kong. I mean, he does -- in our imaginations.
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-Yeah. -But I was just terrified, because, you know, when you're doing these movies, you don't really know what you're gonna do.
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And one of the first things that happened to me that I realized on the day was that I have motion sickness.
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-So, we were on set and, yeah, I was in a thing called "HEAV." And they strap you into it.
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And I had four words to say -- no joke, guys -- four words.
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And I'm like -- [ Retching ] -No.
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And then I'm like -- [ Retching ] And then, it was my birthday that day.
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And the director's like, "It's fine. You can do it." I'm like, "Sure, sure." And I'm nervous.
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English is my second language.
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I'm like, "I can do this. This is five words.
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I can do this." Um, I couldn't.
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I almost threw up.
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It was my birthday, and they're like, "Great.
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We're gonna cut this scene out of the movie, but, come -- happy birthday!" ♪ Happy birthday ♪ And they pull like five cakes, and I'm like...
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[ Both retching ] -I'm like...
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-Like, "Don't take the cake out of it." What -- it's called the HEAV?
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-It's a HEAV, yeah, in the movie -- you have to watch the movie to know what it is.
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-Yeah. Did you get a chance to see it in the theater or...?
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-I did. I watched it in a movie theater by myself, which is really exciting because I'm that type of person that likes to be very mindful when I'm in the movie theater.
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I don't talk.
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And I was like, "Whoa! Wow!" -[ Laughs ] -"I'm alone! I can scream." I was just screaming the whole time.
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It is just definitely a "pinch me" moment when you're part of those massive movies and you have no idea how it's gonna look like.
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I did, however, leaving the movie wish I would have done it on shrooms.
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I was like, "This is wild." [ Laughter ] I need to do it all over again.
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-Yeah. -Yeah.
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-Okay, alright... [ Laughter ] I want to show everyone a clip.
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Here's Eiza González in "Godzilla vs. Kong." Take a look.
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[ Kong growls softly ] -Wow. Who's the idiot who came up with this idea?
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[ Kong snarls ] -[ Chuckles ] -I'm Maia Simmons. My father sent me.
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I run point for Apex.
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-Nathan Lind, mission chief.
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[ Kong roaring ] [ Indistinct shouting ] -Yeah, don't worry.
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I'm just here to babysit.
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[ Kong roaring ] [ Metal clanging ] The Hollow Earth Aerial Vehicles are on their way to Antarctica as we speak.
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I know you people think you're cutting-edge, but these prototypes we're loaning you will make what you've been flying look like used Miatas.
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-I love Miatas. [ Kong growling ] -Forget about the price tag, which is obscene, of course.
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The antigravity engines alone produce enough charge to light up Vegas for a week.
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[ Kong roars ] -All members on the main deck. -Feel free to be impressed.
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-Yeah! [ Cheers and applause ] Feel free to be impressed. -Seriously.
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-Eiza González, everybody! [ Cheers and applause ] "Godzilla vs. Kong" is in theaters and streaming on HBO Max now.
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Context & Background
In this engaging episode of "The Tonight Show," actress Eiza González shares her unexpected journey from being a star in Latin America to auditioning for major roles in Hollywood. Eiza reveals her apprehensions about acting in English, her family's influence in her career path, and her endeavors to find opportunities in a foreign land. This candid conversation highlights the struggles and triumphs faced by non-native English speakers pursuing their dreams in the entertainment industry.
Top 5 Phrases for Daily Communication
- "I was terrified, 'cause English is my second language" - A relatable expression of fear when using a second language.
- "I had no idea" - A phrase to express surprise or lack of awareness about something.
- "Can you tape yourself right now?" - This phrase is useful in urgent situations where immediate action is needed.
- "I’m your favorite new Aquarius" - A fun way to introduce personal traits or zodiac signs to build rapport.
- "I did another audition and clearly didn't get it" - An honest admission of failure that resonates with anyone who has faced rejection.
Step-by-step Shadowing Guide
To improve your English pronunciation and speaking skills through this video, follow this step-by-step shadowing technique:
- Watch the Video: First, watch the full segment without interruptions. Pay close attention to how Eiza speaks, focusing on her intonation and accent.
- Listen Closely: Play the video again, this time with the sound turned down intermittently to challenge yourself to repeat what Eiza says. This will help you internalize her speech patterns.
- Pause and Repeat: Use the pause button frequently. After every sentence, repeat what you hear, mimicking her exact pronunciation and rhythm. This is crucial for enhancing your fluency.
- Record Yourself: Using a recording app, capture your voice as you shadow Eiza's speech. Compare your recording to the original video, focusing on articulation and pronunciation.
- Practice Consistently: For the best results, dedicate a few minutes each day to this shadowing technique. Regular practice will lead to significant improvements in your English communication skills.
Remember, learning English with YouTube is an effective method to enhance your language abilities. By adopting the shadowspeaks approach, you can effectively improve English pronunciation and confidence in speaking. Get started today and watch your skills flourish!
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.
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