This show really just came out and hit us with "Yeah, there's no intrinsic meaning to our existence, but there's ways for everyone to vibe and have a good time anyway" and that's the most grounded statement you can make tbh

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

THIS GUY GETS IT

@pinxelated2799

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock lmao thanks! Great video btw

@tappajavittu

Жыл бұрын

Optimistic nihilism made into a show. Smiling Friends truly is a gem among adult comedy.

@sticklarry

Жыл бұрын

there is a method of think that describes this perfectly. its called absurdism is direct response to nihilism.

@mistery8363

Жыл бұрын

Nietzschean Nihilism! "Life has no meaning, accept it, go find your own and be happy!"

This pilot episode is one of the very few where when you show it to a friend, you don't say "Don't worry, it's just the pilot and the show's way different"

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

exactly! I don’t like introducing a show and having to say “it gets good later” like naw dawg make it good NOW

@randomguy51090

Жыл бұрын

This was one of my favorite episodes :/

@zan6102

Жыл бұрын

​@@lvl1rock main reason I don't like jojo's. I can push through the first few episodes if it starts slow, but I want good stuff close to the beginning. A good hook to get you caught , even if you need to prep the bait

@DoktrDub

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock true, some shows are exceptional though but only start kicking in a bit later

@bensoncheung2801

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock 222 👍

One thing I absolutely adore is that they didn't use just a generic Glock or 1911 looking gun. They brought out a S&W Performance Center Model S&W500. It's the kind of gun no one actually buys and you only really saw it one time in a magazine, but for some reason that adds this extra level of hilariousness to the scene for me. I'm sure there's a metanarrative reasoning as to why they picked that gun. It's obscure, relatively unknown, and so cartoonishly sinister looking (in this scene) that it very much doesn't look like a real firearm. But God damn it, it is. And it tickles me pink every time I watch this episode.

@Crabbadabba

Жыл бұрын

Yeah they knew what they were doing, definitely the funniest part to that character design.

@KodeKhot

10 күн бұрын

He was making sure not to miss. He was very determined.

@gnarwhal7562

Күн бұрын

I think the fact that Desmond uses such an obscure gun is an indicator that he's meticulously thought about and planned out ending his life....that, and it is a comically oversized weapon

@imperialbricks1977

13 сағат бұрын

*ears prick up* Fellow gun nerd?

Also, the fact that the guy has his gun fixed to his head in that exact spot regardless of circumstance for the entire episode is both kind of funny but also really depressing

@Crabbadabba

Жыл бұрын

That’s what I found really funny.

@matty_isthemotto

6 ай бұрын

That's the whole idea

@Fleshi_Guy615

6 ай бұрын

@@matty_isthemotto I think I either wrote this because it wasn't really something that was mentioned or explored in the video, or because I just felt like writing my thoughts down without regard for how redundant it may have been. I'm leaning towards the latter, but I'm too lazy to rewatch the video to find out.

@matty_isthemotto

6 ай бұрын

@@Fleshi_Guy615 fair

Something that I love about Charlie is how on a surface level he's totally apathetic towards his job and towards life in general, but after spending time with the character, you see that he's just as positive as Pim when he feels compelled to be. With as cynical as Charlie is at a glance, it begs the question why someone like him would be in such a social, face to face, and positivity focused line of work, and so this tells you quite a bit about who he is deep down. Charlie is an outwardly cynical character who is actually very personable and caring, and has a job that suits him. Contrast this with a character who has a comparable personality and dynamic, Squidward. Squidward and Charlie both work with beaming rays of positivity who love their jobs and are optimistic dreamer types. They both have a realist perspective on things, they say the things that people don't want to hear, and serve as the straightman for Pim and Spongebob respectively. Where Charlie differs, and what I think makes him much more human than Squidward is that he really isn't a deeply negative person, where Squidward hates his job, Charlie actually is passionate for his, just worn down by the day to day that comes with it. Squidward very seldom gets in on the fun unless he's pushed way outside of his comfort zone, whereas Charlie is just as wacky as Pim, but more reserved and grounded. What's truly magical though is how there are so far only 9, technically 10 episodes of Smiling Friends available to the public, at 10 minutes a pop; meaning there is a little over a half hour of Smiling Friends. In this very short amount of time they have created multifaceted and layered characters worthy of essays in a COMEDY. These guys are great at what they do, Smiling Friends is lightning in a bottle, now I just hope they don't fumble season 2.

@zeeteepippi275

Ай бұрын

That's interesting because it's a similar dynamic of exploring the human element of negativity, with Squidward as the counterargument to Spongebob's naive optimism even in the face of people blatantly taking advantage of him. Squidward's situation has some parallels with Desmond, but the feelings are more externalized into contempt for others. In fact it kind of builds of the whole idea of what happens when the purpose you find doesn't work out and you're stuck in the same situation.

The actual shocking thing about desmond is his unbelievable line "my dog died from a broken heart" (ie his dog 's heart was broken to death, not his)...

@Apophis40K

Жыл бұрын

It's also probably a hint to star wars and to that extend Mr plinket who voices the Charakter and he is known for his star wars prequal reviews

@StrangeMann283

Ай бұрын

I thought it was a refrence to where the red fern grows

One thing I didn't learn until recently was the little Cheese thief was actually going after Charlie, probably cuz he mistook him for a big and yellow cheese, and Desmond was stepping in to defend Charlie.

Something that the creators Zach and Michael have mentioned is that the reason the humor works so well is how characters react realistically to cartoonish situations. If I was smarter I could probably tie that into the theme of the pilot somehow.

@Ch4pp13

Жыл бұрын

*thinks back to the episode of the episode of the teens begging for their life in front of Mr. Boss when they literally seconds ago spouted "life is meaningless" messages* yeah...

@TheSundayShooter

Жыл бұрын

​@@Ch4pp13 Shame that Grim and Gnarly get got moments after their character arcs as a punch line to the "Renaissance faire" joke as if though in resignation to the idea that "Nothing matters, Morty!"

@godsfool5284

Жыл бұрын

Life is one whole absurd, cartoonish situation.

@OGEdger

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSundayShooter *Renaissance men

@TheSundayShooter

Жыл бұрын

@@OGEdger But that's not- they don't look like Renaissance... men. Wha- that's like a completely different era

This is kinda what makes me appreciate Bojack Horseman's pilot, it actually starts off weaker than the rest of the show because it later intentionally subverts those first impressions; what seemed like another Family Guy clone turned out to be soo much more than most TV could ever hope to achieve. I almost didn't give Bojack the time of day, but when I did give it that chance? It took me for one of the wildest rides I've ever had.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

yes! it goes from “funny horse show” to one of the realest & most profound cartoons ive ever seen and I love it

@goosewithagibus

Жыл бұрын

It went from "talking horse show my friend likes" to "my favorite show ever, holy shit, how the hell did that happen??"

@anarchyfork2676

Жыл бұрын

That's why you can't always trust first impressions. Think about your closest friend. When you first met them, the conversations you had then would have most likely been extremely different to the ones you may have now. The same goes for anything, whether its a tv show like Bojack Horseman, food, music, a book, whatever. Often people miss out on things because of first impressions, its the halo effect of the human being, to judge someone or something as is based on the very first interaction. I started Bojack Horseman because I was bored, but I stayed because of the themes and how it reflected so many aspects of my life at the time of watching it. 'The View from Halfway Down' episode hit me like a ton of bricks.

Rock just got so much exp for this vid, truly fantastic work

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you lunch man

@galacticglitch4086

Жыл бұрын

Now he's only 1,000,000,000 EXP from being Lvl. 2 Rock

@littleblueclovers

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock I love the idea that the sub count is just the XP this rock has

@mixox1197

10 күн бұрын

@@lvl1rock Level up your rock

I think Desmond's depression is caused by something deeper than what you were dancing around. The reason Pim didn't get through to him was that everything he tried (family, friends, fun) were all focused on the self. What Desmond needed in his life was PURPOSE. He needed to make a positive impact on the world. Becoming an exterminator meant that his actions stopped being focused on his own emotions and became about being part of society as a whole. It gave him a reason that he needed to get cleaned up, throw on a suit, and get out of his dark room. I truly believe that what causes so many of us (myself included) to spiral into some very dark places is this feeling that we lack any kind of purpose, that horrible sense nobody will care if we disappear forever (or worse, that it will actually make others' lives better).

@c.dl.4274

Жыл бұрын

I thought that on my initial watch too but seeing this guy dismantle the plot like he did was enough to convince me it wasn't thay straight forward. To put it in another way, saying "purpose is the answer" implies that there is one correct answer. Meaning Pim could have just argued that. But that's not what happens. He discovers his purpose unintentionally by being in a place and time he wasn't used to being in. The answer isn't a "a one size fits all" solution and I think that's the point.

@c.dl.4274

Жыл бұрын

Plus this guy went to college so

@ogpillow0872

Жыл бұрын

this may be true, but i dont think that this is the only answer. this might be the solution for some people, but not for everybody. its all subjective. your solution might not be somebody else's. and thats perfectly fine! but it might not work for everybody. to me, reading over your thesis honestly sounds depressing. the idea that the only reason life can be enjoyable, is because you have some kind of purpose really scares me. but, thats just me and my veiws. there isnt one end all, be all solution. and thats perfectly fine too. :)

@TheSunshineGroup

Жыл бұрын

@@ogpillow0872 why does the idea that a fulfilled life requires purpose scare you? It seems to be what most of the world does to move forward (find a partner and have children). I’d personally say that’s a nice reason to live-you’re trying to improve humanity by making offspring and teaching it your morals. Others find purpose in God and serving him. It’s always different but purpose is key. That’s just my take at 6am

@ogpillow0872

Жыл бұрын

@@TheSunshineGroup because why should i need to spend my life serving other people? why is that the only thing that should make me happy? i feel like if i dedicate my life to serving other people, whether it be raising children (that i dont want) to "further humanity" or serving a god (who i dont believe in), or even just serving society. it feels like its taking away my life, and my choices. one of the things that gives me the most joy in the world is sitting down and making things out of clay. the things i make don't serve any purpose, they don't better humanity in any way, but it gives me so much pleasure, simply because *i* enjoy doing it. i need to be clear though, if having some kind of purpose makes you feel happy and fulfilled, my all means keep doing that. thats absolutely amazing and im glad you found that for yourself. this is just simply my opinion. :)

I watched this video in its entirety and figured with the quality you’d already have thousands of subscribers. Surprised I stumbled into such a great channel this early, nice work man.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you so much! glad you stumbled in too, hope to see you around here :)

@lamb_link

Жыл бұрын

For real, I was his numbers and had to do a double take. Completely unbelievable, true hidden gem right here.

@convoid1888

Жыл бұрын

It happens a lot. There are also a lot of trash youtubers that are incredibly successful.

@logangustavson

Жыл бұрын

"Watched the video in its entirety" lol you make it sound like its crazy to watch a 15 minute video on KZread

@diarkard4615

Жыл бұрын

Holy you’re right

Dude, the transitions are cinematic affff, thank you for keeping my scrolling eyes stimulated throughout the entirety of this video

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

ty king

That is genuinely the correct solution. Desmond is right about all the standard answers being momentary distractions. Which, yeah, a lot of the time, suicidal thoughts are simply "in the moment" and getting past those momentary thoughts can help, but it's not a long-term solution. It doesn't stop them from coming back (and the standard answers will be less effective when they do) and it doesn't help with chronic suicidal thoughts. But finding purpose in life and putting that purpose into action? _That_ is what provides help in the long-term.

Both great insight on mental health and making a good pilot episode. I'm looking forward to seeing your channel grow.

2:50 The perfect editing. Had to acknowledge that effort into detail

What an amazing pilot episode to your channel. Can’t wait to hit all the things and watch more of your videos.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank u for typing words into the comment box :D

I like how Desmond as a person is an honest-to-God murderer but feels like he has no agency over anyone's life but his own. His self-esteem so low that he's resulted to holding himself captive, literally threatening to make people watch as he kills himself. But when he figures out that he can kill the little creatures, and he's allowed and expected to have agency over the lives of other beings, that's when it all pieces together. He's not just some poor chump was down in the dumps. He's a genuinely horrible person who wants to control and take lives as he will, even if he's resulted into threatening his own life to spread pain, it's awesome! 🤣

@literallyglados

Жыл бұрын

at least in the end his chosen target was those purple hellspawn and not, like, other people

@mundomundo7722

Жыл бұрын

Regardless, he still makes a positive impact on his local community. Also, he was a poor chump that was down in the dumps. His family left him, and his dog died. I'd be pretty depressed if that happened to me

@RooneySparks

Жыл бұрын

​@@mundomundo7722 Right? He's just a poor critter down on his luck! He needs help or *he'll just fuckin shoot himself and make everyone watch* ....

@RooneySparks

Жыл бұрын

@@literallyglados Yeah he made a lot of progress to. When Charlie goes to hell it's just filled with them lol

@norrecvizharan1177

Жыл бұрын

@@mundomundo7722 I feel like, in a way, it goes to show that there's no shame in having some dark aspects and feelings on the mind, just so long as you find a proper and safe way to channel it so that others don't wind up hurt in the process. And in Desmond's case, he's releasing his murderous tendencies through pest control. Everyone's flawed and has sides of them that they don't like, but the only real difference between a shitty person and a good one is if they go about things in a way that actively hinders and harms everyone else around them, instead of trying to be beneficial/positive in some way. Or something along those lines at least. Words sure are hard at times.

the pilot taught me that if I want to be happy someone else needs to die by my hands

This is an extremely detailed video, especially made by a person with under 100 subs. Keep going!!!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you so much! I will :D

@ChimpDeveloperOfficial

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock This a great video that got me to think about how I can make something that connects with people. Not only that, but seeing this actually gives me hope that all I need is to make one banger and that can multiply my reach an order of magnitude. Congrats to you!

@isahamilton01

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock oh wow he went from basically 0 to 3k in 10 days! Fully deserved I hope this channel gets more attention keep up the good writing

I thought this was from like some KZreadr with millions of subscriber from how high quality this is- BUT THIS IS YOUR FIRST VIDEO- honestly amazing work. Can't wait for whatever else you do!!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

ty so much! I will get a million subs just for you then put a screenshot of this comment in my 1M subs video

@PrincePossum

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rockput me in the screenshot

@menaatefadly

Жыл бұрын

Wait that is his FIRST?!? Oh god the new generation is coming out of the woodworks banging hard. Wait this is like the pilot episode of his channel and it’s about the perfect pilot episode. Son of a biiiiitch

@dir-gk

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock addd me add me in it too mr. rock man.

I love how Desmond's right hand looks like it was drawn by a 6-year-old and his left hand was drawn by an actual animator.

i watched the pilot of smiling friends for the first time ever while stoned out of my mind and it was quite the experience

This episode and Mr Frog are the greatest. We learn about the characters and how they act, having different motivations and goals

To perfectly sum it up, this pilot constantly makes me break down into tears and giggles when I'm at my lowest, so all I can say is thank you Zach and Michael

Didn’t know this show existed now I must watch

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

now that you've watched it what do you think

@astrobeef8231

Жыл бұрын

show seems pog af no cap fr on god

@jackkelley912

Жыл бұрын

@@lvl1rock The show is in fact pog fr on god no cap. Every episode is fked up in its own special way

Such a good video, definitely deserves more views

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

ty sm :D

How fitting that this video is a perfect pilot for your channel! Absolutely amazing video!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

:D appreciate you

Things this show did that made me love it undyingly: 1: Zach

I like how Desmond’s one hand is drawn like a real hand and the other just has Pim fingers

Desmond pointing the gun at his head at all times in an incredible intersection of character design and narrative suspense.

Love it! I’d be curious about a deep dive into The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack. I feel like there was a time where the whole purpose of cartoons was to make us uncomfortable. Like Chowder was real weird, and I think it’s the same era of Squidward ripping off his toenail.. seriously what was that??

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

Yes! I would love to dig into Courage the Cowardly dog on that subject. The squidward toenail bit was a wild piece of history I'll never forget.

@gfkxj123

Жыл бұрын

The Squidward thing was because in seasons 1-4 Spongebob sometimes they would have shots where they would make characters look photo realistic to emphasize a joke about their appearance you mix in that with jokes about Squidward getting his comeuppance for being a jerk character. Mid to later seasons of Spongebob are either rushed writing wise or just simply don't understand this and you can see around these seasons Squidward goes from a cynical character who gets punished for his misdeeds to a punching bag for Spongebob to annoy. The team brought on after season 4 really did not understand the characters or the comedy. You have so many episodes which just feature gross out humor like: The Splinter, The gift gum, or Squid baby to name a few. And all of these are widely agreed as some of the worst Spongebab has to offer. And since the barrel seemingly has no bottom you get the spin-off: The Patrick Star Show - Which amplifies all of the worst aspects of later sponegbob seasons.

The pilot is my favorite episode of Smiling Friends It's just too good, I love the creepy touch it had I hope for the second season they add more things like that

Holy shit when I watched this I thought this channel was gonna have at least a few hundred thousand subscribers because of how high quality it is, good job man this was really well made

Bruh the "I WENT TO COLLEGE" had me crackin up, love this video and keep up the amazing work! UwU

i looked at your sub count, and was like, "oh nice this guy has 149k subs" but i did a double take and realized thats not the case. u definitely deserve 149k subs tho, great work

surprised this isnt as big as i assumed. this is a really good video. good shit man

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you for being here from the beginning :)

Hey just wanted to say, been very depressed recently and this video managed to be the pickup I needed to start doing something good for myself today. Thanks!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

best comment ive gotten. ty for sharing, this means the world ❤️

Absolutely loved this video. Deserves way more views

As an aspiring writer, my passion for writing is honestly what’s keeping me going. The hardships I encounter do inspire my work, but another way I get through this time in my life is by looking forward to my future when I can (hopefully) achieve my goals. Your ending point is very true, if you ask me.

subbed this video too good for such small subs. v professional

really good video. It’s what i love about smiling friends, it kind of puts the sheer absurdity of life into perspective

I thought I found a video from a very popular channel. Only 233 subscribers is crazy but your time is definitely coming. Keep up the amazing work

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank u so much!!

I wish I could get Zach and Michael to watch this and get their thoughts on it. I could see it either being "Yes, we absolutely intended all of this structure in the show" or "We were just bullshitting and threw together whatever seemed funniest"

holy shit GREAT script my dude. LOVE the video can't wait to see more :)

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you mr ham!

Still can't get over how they got Mike Stoklasa to voice Desmond

I feel like your channel is gonna blow up someday, this was really good! Truly underrated

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

if you're right then this comment will age well. thank you for watching!

Just to put into perspective how traumatic middle school was for me: I started it as pim, and ended as Desmond. Middle school was the worst years of my life, the US could have another Great Depression or something and middle school would STILL be worse!

I think this is one of the only video essays that have convinced me to watch the show/movie in question right away. Great vid btw, you deserve more views and subs

i will say too that Pim also has part of his character developement because he than uses that same tactic of "we know the sun is going to blow up/we all die one day" but instead turns it back into his original optimism saying that life has meaning because of the meaning you give it like spending time with friends/family, etc. I think thats a really good detail they added later especially for the fact that Pim is seen so out of it by the end of the pilot. Love the attention to detail in this show and thanks for the great vid on it!

The virgin nihilist (Rick and Morty) vs the Chad optimist (Smiling Friends)

@sorbiusfaust9022

Ай бұрын

Good joke but your pfp is my little pony so your point is mute.

@furioushugger4887

Ай бұрын

*Moot, and who doesn’t like friendship??

@HKG4

27 күн бұрын

@@sorbiusfaust9022what does that have to do with anything?

Yo, rock dude. People on KZread love media analysis like this. It makes for a great time. May you make it further than I did.

This is actually a really well made video for your first video

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank u :)

KZread has been recommending a lot of underrated channels that need to be seen, the editing and high-quality of this channel is insanely amazing. I’m glad to have been here at 523 subscribers and I genuinely can’t wait to see you grow into a Lvl 100 Rock

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank u for being here!! :D

BRUH this was fantastic!!! Ive been brainstorming ideas for my own channel and this really inspired me!! Looking forward to the next video friend :)))

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you cory pls do cant wait to see ur videos :)

"It's always been like this. For everyone. Nothing has changed. Not today, last week, 5 or even 50 years ago. Yet you were happy once. Other people are happy right now. What? Was that just not knowing any better? So knowing better make you feel worse? What if, what if that is just part of it. Always has been. Happiness doesn't work without the dark parts. You can't enjoy warmth without knowing coldness. Stop seeking out coldness"

I already understood a good chunk of the episode already, but I had never considered the facts that the message was so direct to the user, i'm glad you pointed out the thing with how they use desmonds perspective in the beggining.

This was a great pilot video, I hope you gain more views

I love my ability to never read something correctly the first time around cause i saw the thumbnail and thought it said “autism vs hopelessness”

Great video! Something that would have been worth touching on was the state of Pim by the end of the episode. Desmond more or less deconstructed Pim’s philosophy and the episode ends with Pim in a vegetative state, unable to come to terms with the shortcomings of his own philosophy. I really like your writing, and am looking forward to more of your content!

@auraguard0212

Күн бұрын

Well, Pim ultimately snaps out of it by the next episode. He accepts (or reasons) that the mood he's in is just as temporary as the pleasures he showed Desmond... and heck, as temporary as Desmond's own funk. His vegetative state is just as temporary as Desmond's, because both came to their low points for more-or-less the same reason. Odds are, Pim breaks out for a similar reason; he has to get back in the saddle. It's not like Desmond was suicidal while he had the previous things giving him purpose.

To me a perfect pilot is one that is very memorable and if its meme potential

This was fantastic man, i really hope you continue youtube.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

I will! thank u for being here :)

so glad I found this channel, can't wait to see where it goes

Wtf why does this hit so hard? Can’t wait till this channel blows up

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

the alg puttin in work rn

i love how the pilot video to this channel is about (among other things) putting effort into your pilot, kinda smart I hope that was intentional

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

practice what you preach! thanks for noticing ;)

I think you leveled up with this video. 10/10, i felt like there was a deeper meaning to this episode, but couldn't really put words to it. Noice, you earnt a new sub

I stumbled upon this video on accident and you managed to sell me on checking out this show. The way you describe the “perfect pilot” is what I can agree on immensely and a show that immediately comes to mind for me where I got hooked on a show by its pilot would be The Sopranos.

excellent video

This is the first time I’ve stumbled in your video and this is quality content!

You litterally the best youtuber that is also a rock, keep at it!

you are now officially lvl 2.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

ur so right

How lvl 1 rock made a PERFECT first video. Seriously though, I had no idea I was watching a small KZreadr until I went to your channel looking for more videos, incredible work, hope you plan on continuing.

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

thank you so much!! more is on the way. appreciate you being here :)

the fact that you made a video about a show making a perfect pilot that accurately tackles the topics it will cover, is funny, and has meaning, while it also being your (from what i know) first video is in itself a good example of what a good pilot is, and i can bet money you did this on purpose. i look forward to seeing what other content you make in the future, i loved this video.

Bro wth this was a sick video. With the quality I thought you'd have at least 10s of thousands of subscribers keep it up!

YOOOOO this was so good! Awesome video it really articulated what was so impactful about that pilot

You deserve way more subs than you have. Keep up the great work. Thanks

Dude, this was a fantastic analysis of the show. Love to see it!

In January 2021, I decided to start a podcast. It's kept me distracted at least. I feel bad if I fall behind in the obligations I set for just myself in my own self worth. Kept me going so far, I treasure it now as a life purpose and learned that I can narrate and voice act pretty well, it turns out.... so cool.

love the content! can't wait to see you level up!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

level up in progress, ty!

Needs more attention. Plain and simple. This video has the entertaining editing, fast enough pacing to be interesting the entire way through, show enough to be easily understood, funny writing and even the research. If this is something you're enjoying, keep it up!

This was a great video! I would love to hear you talk about the other episodes in a manner similar to this

Great video!

@lvl1rock

Жыл бұрын

gr8 comment!

It's not just finding something that was missing, it's about what that something was as well. Something proactive and productive. It's not just riding a new rollercoaster, it's stepping up and helping someone. It's the idea that motive power, an antidote to hopelessness, comes not from pursuit of simple pleasures or happiness, but from the voluntary acceptance of responsibility. Accepting and pursuing responsibility gives you the motivation necessary to combat existential hopelessness. I mean, I haven't seen the show, but that's what I gathered from the play-by-play. Good vid.

Fantastic analysis. Succinct and to the point. As my into to your channel I hope it foretelling. Good luck with your work. I hope to see more.

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thank u! more is on the way 😎

I don't know why KZread decided to show me your channel out of the blue like this, but I'm happy it did. This was such a nice breakdown of everything I love about this show in general. Thank you, small pebble-person.

Great work on the vid. Never even heard of Smiling Friends, but I watched this vid start to finish and you 100% sold me on the show.

Thank you for making this video, seeing content in a well explained manner really elevates it value. You are amazing and I hope for your happiness and success in all you endeavors. Glad I was able to watch this. Funny that sometimes KZread just gives us answers to questions we didn't even know we needed.

Gotta tell I can´t resist a great thumb+video edit calls from KZread! Great content, man!

Man dude, great video!! And pretty inspirational too - both the video and your channel

Yoo pretty nice video man :) Keep it up. Hope to see more analysis' like this. Earned a sub

So many fantastic, philosophical videos about Smiling Friends - a goofy, silly wacky comedy. That's how you can tell real artists and real writers made it - it makes us WANT to discuss important things.

Starting off your channel with one hell of an intro, my guy. You've earned a sub from me!

@lvl1rock

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thank u for being here!!

This is amazingly done. Thank you!

really interesting perspective on how the show interacts with the viewer. Really in-depth perspective! thanks dad

Something that really stood out to me about this episode that I hadn’t quite processed until now is acknowledging the reality of hopelessness. We hear about mental health and suicide rates every day. Many of us are familiar with the beginning, of the middle, when people you care about open up to you, or you make the decision to go to therapy. Depression is familiar. But have you ever tried to talk someone out of active suicide? Someone you don’t really know? I have. Twice. The desperation and panic that you feel while trying to appear calm and collected is terrifying (by the way you should call your local mental health hospital or the authorities if it gets out of hand because they’re a danger to themselves and maybe you). It was so crazy to watch this episode. When Pim and Charlie walked into Desmond’s room, I just thought, “Ha! Been there.” Smiling Friends is just in a league of its own and I cackle every episode. But it also feels like every episode digs into its own niche in weird ways that just scratch my brain well.

best beginning of a video i’ve watched in so long

The first 20 seconds of this video that previewed while I was scrolling, was so compelling and interesting that I literally had to watch this video. This is how a KZread video should be structured. Top notch stuff! It only took you ten seconds for me to subscribe. Bravo my good sir!

I love this video, excellent job! I've never looked at the show from this perspective, I'm glad you shared this

This video honestly taught me some things as why we make friends, subbed

Well done video! I haven’t watched this series yet but the careful thought put into the show’s purpose is really cool to see.