In the Cambridge Union interview with Robert De Niro, the actor reflects on his experiences with heroes and disappointments, sharing that he has had heroes who showed him humanity despite their flaws, such as Marlon Brando, whom he admired as a great actor but was saddened by his decision to name names during the House Un-American Activities Committee hearings. De Niro also expressed his reservations about the use of CGI to bring dead actors back to life in films and shared his thoughts on who should play him in a biopic, acknowledging the importance of accurate portrayal but ultimately believing that an actor's interpretation of a character is crucial. The conversation touched on the fictional nature of films and ended with De Niro expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to speak at the Union.