As far as I’m concerned this is Will Ferrel’s Truman show. It’s bloody brilliant. The writing, the acting, the concept, all superb.

@dustinwilson4017

4 ай бұрын

I thought a little more "Yes Man" instead of Truman Show but I get your comparison too. In Yes Man he started doing things he normally wouldn't and found joy in things he was missing

This is one of my favorite movies of all time. As somewhat of an introvert I relate to Will's character in this movie so much. I rewatch it at least once a year. One of the few DVDs I still have. Thank you so much for reacting to this movie and shining a spotlight on a movie that deserves more attention!

@tomre2769

Жыл бұрын

Just what I wanted to say :-) Brilliant

@danholmesfilm

Жыл бұрын

Apple dvd :)

@apatternedhorizon

Жыл бұрын

Love this movie. And the Wreckless Eric song fits perfectly.

@Pupalah

Жыл бұрын

Same.

@cheknis

Жыл бұрын

Such an underrated film! Definitely a favorite of mine. Own it on DVD as well.

I always thought the most romantic scene ever was him bring her the flours. Something about the antagonizing she is bringing, his contrite little “flours,” and the way she just melts. Love that you reacted to this one!

@thorketil1671

Жыл бұрын

This was like my 20th time watching this movie and I finally understand that part. I naively assumed New York had some weird system where flowers were paper bagged and then put together by the recipient. Total facepalm lol. Now I get to enjoy this movie even more.

@dougbank107

Жыл бұрын

That’s hilarious!

@Dryltd

7 ай бұрын

It was my fifth time watching looking at the little details when I realized the Flour scene. So silly of me.

This is probably one of the most under-rated movies. It's a shame it's seems to be missed out by most people. It's a real gem.

Such an underrated gem of a movie. The screenplay is top notch. Also, the two guys who are always asking him the multiplication problems are the two guys in the car in those Sonic commercials.

SO glad someone finally reacted to this hidden gem of a movie. I've been suggesting it to every reactor I'm subscribed to. Such an insanely great movie. Oh, and a little nugget...this was actually set in Chicago, they just didn't shoot any of the traditional city landmarks or buildings. Hopefully this could start a wave of others reacting to it.

@BasedNate

7 ай бұрын

Most of the reactors have the same few people as their top supporters on Patreon so that's why you notice a lot of reactors put out a reaction to the same movie within a close period. I say that to say, that if the top supporters choose this as the movie they want them to react to, you will see a wave of others reacting to it. Otherwise, it is not likely, unfortunately.

@mena94x3

5 ай бұрын

Me too! I suggest it to everyone!

I'm glad you mentioned Eternal Sunshine because that movie, Stranger Than Fiction & The Secret Life of Walter Mitty are all extremely underrated films of the last 20 years and are all similarly moving. Great reaction as always.

@TCrimson05t

7 ай бұрын

You have good taste and I completely agree about the secret life of Walter Mitty

@Rubes-be7qd

4 ай бұрын

Me when I was putting them all together as some of my favorite films. No original thoughts lmao

Easily my favorite Will Ferrell movie, and a spectacular look at the value of art (which could live forever) vs. the value of human life (which will always end). Fantastic shit!

@jamesbarels469

Жыл бұрын

It is his best role, imo. Just a fantastic performance. He is really great as the straight man in this very quirky comedy.

@IDiggPattyMayonnaise

9 ай бұрын

By far my favorite Will Ferrell movie because of the scene at the end when tells the writer that she has to kill him.

FINALLY someone reacts to this movie. It's one of the most underrated obscure classics ever.

LITERALLY my favorite (non-animated) movie of all time. I love, love, love this movie. So glad you got to see it.

@O_Towne_Bear

Жыл бұрын

Give "Synecdoche, New York" (2008) a try. It's a bit more mind bendy but well worth it. Philip Seymour Hoffman leads an amazing cast.

@stackels97

Жыл бұрын

Same.

The fact that Will Ferrell goes toe to toe with heavyweights like Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thomspon is a testament to just how good he is in this film. One of my favorite movies. Thank you for sharing it with your audience. I have been waiting for some reaction channel to finally stumble upon this nearly forgotten masterpiece.

“He can either make his life a comedy or a tragedy depending on how he reacts.” You just described existentialism in its most real-life application.

@zof31091

5 ай бұрын

If you loved those movies I think you are going to love Hector and the search for happiness

Definetly one of the most underrated Will Farrell movies. It's rare to find many of his more serious rolls (especially since Talladega Nights came out in the same year) and he kills it, but I think people have such an expectation for his characters that the beauty in this one is lost on them

Love this flick. I like how straight Will Ferrell plays this character. There's even a couple times when the story would've allowed him getting a little wacky, but he didn't, and I think that's great. Now I'm very curious about what this surf movie you referred to is.

@LordVolkov

Жыл бұрын

Comedians make some of the best dramatic actors. Will gives an incredible performance here.

This is one of those unknown gems that turns out to be absolute masterpieces

finally someone is reacting to this - this movie is genius

@KaineNiteStkr

Жыл бұрын

One of my favourites. Was shocked to actually see someone react to it.

This was the first Will Farrell movie I actually enjoyed. I forgot how much I loved this movie. Thanks for reacting.

33:50 I feel that was the point. Harold was just a boring person who thought he was just supposed to be alone. And then something so seemingly innocuous as setting his watch 3 minutes early brought him together with those people so he could save that annoying little boy. It didn't matter how hard he tried to run or how much he'd grown or that he'd fallen in love. Harold could not escape death. And the heartbreaking part of it all, as this book was meant to be a Tragedy, is that he did get to experience a better life than what he had and it was all going to be snatched from him. This is my favorite movie and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

This was the most UNDER-APPRECIATED Movie of all time! I've watch it several times over the past several years, And I'd never think it would make it on a reaction channel! Thank You for reacting to it! The Beauty of the Movie was that ALL her characters were ordinary, mundane People that broke free and didn't truly live until just before they Died! It didn't try to answer all it's questions, which is how life really is... And that's what was so immersive about it!

Eternal sunshine and stranger than fiction both star typical comedic actors in a dramatic role who freaking nail it. I can always rewatch them.

The flours. Those damn flours. Easily one of my top 5 favorite romantic gestures in all of film history. Such a fun and beautiful film.

Will Farrell should do more dramas and dramedies. He's really good at it.

I have been waiting SO LONG for someone to react to this movie. It's literally Will Ferrell's best role. The scene where he sings wreckless eric to Maggie is perfect.

This is such an underrated, under appreciated movie! I wish more reactors would react to it. I'm so glad you did!

This is one of my favorite films of Will Ferrel's and of all time. The film has such a simple but beautiful concept about life and the little things about it that make it better for as long as we're here.

I own a copy of this. A fantastic and unique movie. I love how Ana and Harold relationship starts so awkward but they grow on each other as Ana gets him to open up and try new things. It's heartwarming

Another bizarro concept comedy worth seeing: "I Heart Huckabees." Stacked cast and some of the most subversive writing you're ever likely to see.

@angelagraves865

3 ай бұрын

Yes!! That's a great movie!

I love this movie. Thank you for watching it! You are the only reactor I know who has done so. Magical Realism is the literary genre this fits into. Good stuff.

@TCrimson05t

7 ай бұрын

Ikr? I need more reactions for this film.

This is Will Ferrell's best movie, and it isn't close. I love this movie. It's so well written. I love how he changes throughout the movie and finds love. I love seeing Emma Thompson contemplate all the people she's possibly killed and the regret she feels. Glad that you were able to experience this movie.

My favourite scene in this movie is when hes on the bus, knowing hes gonna die, the camera zooms in on a hand gripping a pole in the bus... and then it releases it. Showing the moment he accepts his fate in a very poetic way.

That commonality you discussed between "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and "Stranger Than Fiction" is because they're both playing into (or depending your view, subverting) this trope: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manic_Pixie_Dream_Girl BTW, if you haven't seen it, please do a reaction to "Midnight in Paris"!

As someone who usually is like "Will Ferrelis in it? No thx." this movie had me surprised and ensnared. The charming member of an anarchist society Maggy Gyllenhall did also help.

To put it quite simply, thank you for this. While I did have you already bookmarked... I am now officially subscribing. This little beauty is on a tier level that I have just stopped bringing up a long time ago, so many other suggestions that get lost in the wind or whatever, I can't even write properly I am just so happy you're getting to this right now :) p.s. Emma and Dustin had so much fun in the brief scene they had they decided to find a project to work together again (Last Chance Harvey / 2008). It doesn't hit you over your head but is still a good flick.

Oh my god, I love this movie! I’ve watched it a million times and never get tired of it, yet I haven’t seen any of the other reaction channels do it. Thank you for picking something fresh! I don’t know why most reaction channels just watch the same movies that every other reaction channel has already done.

Maggie Gyllenhaal was my celebrity crush for MANY years! You should watch The Secretary with her and James Spader sometime. Completely changed my outlook on life and relationships.

@andrewgrossman4982

Жыл бұрын

That film is just called *Secretary* and yes, it came out while I was in college and is about a quadrillion times more interesting / better than 50 Shades.

Finally somebody reacted to this movie!!! It is such a good one!!!! great story and great cast! thank you :)

My interpretation has always been that the story we are watching is already Karen Eiffel's rewrite, which explains why many of the things that change his life are him reacting to the original story being written and the voice(which wouldn't make sense since he isn't supposed to be hearing her voice in the original story) and why Karen says she'll have to go back and change a few things to make it work.

Your reaction at the end was priceless. This film has been a favorite of mine since I saw it back when it was released. The last line about the little things being put here to save our lives resonates - it changed the way I look at everything. I guess that means this film is one of those little things put here to save our lives, too.

Love this movie! So glad you watched it. A cool art direction thing they do is that in the beginning, Harold is always framed in squares and rectangles - architecture, windows, furniture etc almost always has him boxed in. Anna is always in circles. The windows in her shop, the arches in her apartment. As he transforms, Harold stops being surrounded by only right angles and it's quite impactful. The writing, acting and art direction (and probably direction direction but Idk honestly understand what directors and producers do so....) really make this move amazing IMO

I like how they use brutalist architecture in this movie It perfectly represents a world where free will is absent

This is one of the best movies ever written. I loved it when I discovered it, and I still love it.

I love that you react to such a wide variety; I've never understood why so many people skip on this movie! It is, as you put it, a hidden gem. Keep it up!

This is one of my all-time favourite movies. The world just wasn’t ready for this one when it came out.

I love this movie & have watched it many times. I've come to believe that the writer Karen Eiffel was (like Harold Crick) also living a life she had grown beyond. She was a writer of tragedies and a very successful one, but that was no longer who she wanted to be. She had come to want more than tragedy for her life just as Harold had come to want more than order. That was why she had writer's block. The events of the movie depict both Harold and Karen moving from safe familiar lives to scary but fulfilling ones.

And thus, Professor Trelawney's predictions, finally came true.

It is one of the most underrated movies I ever watched for sure. I don't like Will Farrell, but he was perfect in this role.

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!!! I've been preaching this film from the top of my lungs for YEARS now... and somebody FINALLY reacted to it... and it's YOU!!!! It's SUCH a great film... and NOBODY seems to know about it. An absolute gem... (and totally agree about "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind!!!). Since I KNOW you have great taste, I'm going to give you some other films that you will ADORE. They are every bit as good as this remarkable film: "PLEASANTVILLE"... "AMELIE"... Both have some humor and lightness... but also some tear-jerking moments of beauty... also a couple more serious films "ARRIVAL" and "CHILDREN OF MEN".... ALL of those films are BRILLIANT and you will remember them forever. Thank you for your thoughtful commentary and empathy... LOVE your channel.... Cheers!

@erinhaury5773

Жыл бұрын

We've been pushing for it on Patreon for a while now, we just had to get some of the more blockbuster-type movies out of the way first. This is my favorite Will Ferrell movie by a long shot. I absolutely love the casting, writing, cinematography... you name it. It's such an underrated gem.

I love this movie. The concept of this story is awesome. How a writer might actually be writing about a real person and not know it. This movie needs to be viewed more. I love your reaction to it.

Like many I've talked to about this film, the point of the book/real life Harold Crick story is that he has FINALLY started living his life, and the ironic tragedy of it all is that he dies right when he does. The bus driver and the bicycle boy do not truly understand the impact of their actions until it's too late...they are part of the cosmic convergence.

I'm here a year late, this is my third favorite movie and I can't understand why everyone hasn't seen this movie, it's so odd that it's great. The only thing I can think of is that it just wasn't promoted, or they couldn't figure out who their target audience is, something like that. It's probably not a movie for everyone, but for most this is an incredible movie. Thank you for reacting to this and I think you did a great job. I've probably watched this 30 times, I still cry in some parts!

Stranger Than Fiction and The Number 23 were released around the same time. Wildly different movies, both starring well known funny people in considerably more dramatic roles (especially Jim Carrey in the latter), but also rather similar given the surreal nature of their plots.

This is one of my favorite movies and I have been waiting forever for someone to react to it. Thank you so much for making the effort. I have no idea why it is so hard to find online. There must be an explanation, but I have no idea what the justification could be. Great stars. Great acting. Great plot. And a great reaction too! By the way, the city is Chicago!

Omg so glad someone has reacted to this film. Such an underappreciated piece of art

He has another movie where he plays a more serious, dramatic role called "Everything Must Go". It's not the narrative gem that this one is, but it is also a really good movie that most people haven't seen.

this is one of my all time favorites. couple things: that wristwatch was real, i had one, obviously it doesn't alert you when the love of your life is nearby. and, if you wanna see Will Ferrell in one more well-done serious role, check out Everything Must Go.

I slept on this movie until a couple years ago. I'm a writer, and this movie was so beautifully resonant with me. The fact that it's so much more than just "Harold knows he's going to die," that it's "the book is a masterpiece, which means Harold's life is a masterpiece, but only if he dies" is such a unique and specific dilemma and it destroyed me. It helps that I adore Dennis Hoffman, so the fact that we sort of come to understand what the movie is really about through him really sells it for me. Oh, also Emma Thompson is amazing.

If you want to see another comedian be in a more drama type roll and knock it out of the park. Jim Carrey in the movie "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless mind" or Robin Williams in the movie "What Dreams may come" (this one in particular hits harder and differently now because of the messaging of the movie)

@realsies9387

Жыл бұрын

She said in the reaction it reminds her of eternal sunshine of the spotless mind. So I’m sure she has seen it

@quantumman555

Жыл бұрын

"What Dreams May Come" is an amazing film. I cry everytime I watch it and I have seen it a hundred times.

Fun fact, the original release of this film had, instead of the demolition claw, a giant wrecking ball crash through his apartment - and there was no warning, you didn't see the machinery approaching through the window first, like in this version. The wrecking ball was such a huge and unexpected jump scare for the type of movie this is, the entire theater freaked out (I went to see it when it opened). I actually had no idea they replaced the wrecking ball scene later until I watched your reaction. Interestingly, elsewhere in the movie the characters still reference the "wrecking ball."

Awesome film, so glad to see someone reacting to this wonderful hidden gem, that doesn't get nearly enough attention!!! Another perfect example of how amazing comedic actors can be in more dramatic and straight laced roles. Speaking of which, after double checking to make sure on your page, unless you've seen them on your own or the videos were taken down, you are absolutely missing out not watching, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with Jim Carrey, Good Will Hunting with Robin Williams and The Invention of Lying with Ricky Gervais. Lastly two other films to definitely watch, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, great cast and wonderfully eccentric and fun story and characters; and the hidden gem Grosse Pointe Blank, a brilliant black comedy, with an amazing cast, excellent writing and epic soundtrack.

This movie introduced me to the music of "spoon" The album "Gimmie fiction" is still one of my favorite albums, even all these years later.

I'm glad to see someone react to this. One of my favourite movies. It is different to most and I always recommend it to others. This is the best performance of Will Ferrell's in my opinion. Some movies, as long as you have a great story, and a cast that can deliver it, will be absolutely magnificent. I also recommend "Sex and Death 101."

It is one of my favorite Will Farrell movies. You nailed it when you said it was fantastical realism. The movement is particulary huge in Spanish literature, where it is called Realismo Magico. Another movie in this literary movement that I like a lot is Pan's Labyrinth.

For some reason the studios decided to market this movie, with the posters and trailers, as a typical Will Ferrell comedy/rom com.... I guess since he was making bank with those at the time and they wanted to earn their money back... its a real shame, as comedy fans thought it didn't look that funny, because its not actually a comedy, so they didn't go, and then drama/film fans didn't go because they thought it was a juvenile humour movie.... so the movie tanked... and honestly, its one of Ferrell's best performances and a beautiful little film with a top notch cast. Really glad you discovered it!

I'm glad you enjoyed this, and I too dearly love Eternal Sunshine. Dearly. Next up for you, given our shared opinion here: I Heart Huckabees. I'm sure others have suggested it in comments already, I just felt it necessary to toss another vote in. I can't imagine a universe in which you don't enjoy it and pause to reflect on what's really important in life. It's a hoot. A hoot with big questions to ponder. It doesn't seem to get much acclaim, but that's because, well, you know. The same reason that Stranger than Fiction isn't on people's radar. It isn't made with the intention of being a blockbuster, it's actually a work of art. Broken Flowers, too. Love your channel.

This is one of those criminally unknown movies. I remember coming across it on TV and just thinking it was an another Will Ferrel movie when it started. Then it turned out to be one of the most creative and engrossing things I'd watched and nothing I expected from a Will Ferrell movie. Hopefully your reaction will spawn more reactions and a new appreciation of this film.

@ImAlsoMerobiba

Жыл бұрын

It seriously is! They finally added it back to streaming now, but it was truly hard to find like vkunia said.

For more movies with an actor known for his comedies, you definitely should watch Robin Williams' performances as a serious character: "Good Morning, Vietnam", "Dead Poets Society", and "Good Will Hunting" come immediately to mind.

This is one of my favorite movies, and like you I had not heard of it when it was released. Dustin Hoffman is one of my favorite actors and I came across a KZread interview where he talked about this movie. I thought Hoffman & Farrell would be the drivers for this, but for me it was the acting of Emma Thompson & Maggie Gyllenhaal that really made this movie for me!

This film is a favorite of mine and is an absolutely underrated masterpiece. The film has incredible depth, is extremely well written, acted, and directed. There are numerous philosophical themes at play, worthy of lengthy critical analysis in its own right.

Out of all the fantastic movies out there, this one is hands down my favorite. I even have Harold’s guitar tattooed on me. Every time Harold steps in front of the bus my eyes well up, the adult space camp gift gets me too. So glad you enjoyed it as well, another one that gets me is Atonement.

This is one of my favorites and one that doesn't get it's appreciation. Very underrated.

it's insane I just watched the movie yesterday, got the recommendation to your video and your reaction towards the ending was like literally my reaction...especially when it ended, my thoughts were "This is so good...why have I not watched this movie before? Why is this not spoken about more?". The comments here confirmed to me again that this is a much beloved sleeper and I'm happy to join the cult!

I saw it in the theater. I liked it, but I was an English major. ;) It has such unimaginative tropes ... the pixie dream girl, the boring guy, the nerdy writer, the professor as a life mentor, etc. ... but it still manages to be suspenseful and creative.

this is for sure one of my favorite movies of all time. the problem is that everyone saw will ferrel and at the time they assumed it was going to be stupid and goofy. he should have won awards for this role.

This is my favorite role will Ferrell ever played. Nice balance of humor and seriousness

"Everything Must Go" is another good Will Ferrell movie in a serious roll.

A lot of people didn't see this because most people like Will Ferrell's Doofus Americanus roles more than one where he actually shows his acting chops and skills. All things being equal, this is unequivocally Will Ferrell's BEST work, hands down. And as always I enjoyed your review of it.

@lindalee5866

10 ай бұрын

This is all so true! Another good (light drama) film of Will's is Everything Must Go.

So glad to see someone reacting to this! Such an underrated gem. I hold this and "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" side by side as quirky favorites. 🥰

"Aren't you relieved to know you're not a golem?" is one of my favorite lines of dialogue in any movie ever.

Funnily enough, the movie was originally going to go with the book ending within the movie, kind of like the saying that's recently gained traction - "not all heros wear capes". He might've been a boring character who's just discovering life and its beautiful luxuries, but he was still willing to put others before himself, even when faced with the end. It's an incredible movie that deserves so much more recognition.

You should watch "Lost in Translation". That's another movie that's been forgotten.

I was never a Will Ferrell fan, until this movie. And for good reason. Everyone is brilliant in this. And it gets overlooked too often. Also, if you watch again, the movie immediately says that the story is about Harold’s watch-not Harold, himself. Easy to miss the first time.

Every single character in this movie is brilliant!

Another great dramatic role by Will Ferrell is "Everything Must Go". There's something about known comedians switching to drama and killing it.

Oh, FYI; because I think you'll like this. In the era of word processors and other writing programs, the father of cyberpunk; William Gibson, wrote a lot of his famous fiction on a manual typewriter; the same style that Earnest Hemingway used.

The best part for me is how Harold's struggle gave all the other characters a second lease on life as well. His pal got to go to Space camp. The literature professor went from being a lifeguard to actually swimming with people. The writer got on the nicotine patch... And, of course, the kid didn't get hurt.

A lost Gem and one of my all time underrated films. I could watch this over and over. Thank you for reacting to the perfect story.

This is a great film, glad you liked it. The Matt Damon movie "the Informant" features a TON of comic actors and comedians in straight roles. It was so fun watching it and recognizing so many of them, but then watching the credits and seeing even more I somehow didn't notice. Other great comedic actors in (Mostly) dramatic roles: Bill Murray - "Lost In Translation", "Rushmore" Robin Williams - "Good Will Hunting" Adam Sandler - "Punch Drunk Love"

I'm so glad you watched this moving! I'm not a Will Ferrell fan but I loved this movie because it shows that he can actually do something other than ridiculous comedy. This one had flown under the radar since it came out but I think its fantastic and I wish more people would see this movie.

@erinhaury5773

Жыл бұрын

Hear, hear! I couldn't stand Will Ferrell until I saw Stranger Than Fiction. It was such an eye-opener to his talent. His comedy still isn't my favorite, but I definitely have learned to put some respect on his name.

I love seeing comedic actors at least test the waters with a serious role. It often gives us delightful films like this. I had seen this YEARS ago, and then forgotten that it existed until about half way through this video.

One of my college professors used this movie as a test where you had to point out all the different literary types.. its an amazing movie i love it so much

One of my all time favourites, up there with 'Always' (1989). For anyone interested the music playing during Harold's last day is called 'La Petite Fille De La Mer' by Vangelis

I hate to not comment more substantially, but this is my #1 Will Ferrell movie of all time. I try to make everyone watch this one and generally fail. Thank you for the validation. 😀

I would buy loads of films from charity shops and stumbled across this one. The dvd had a picture of a apple on it. The scene where he gives her flours not flowers is such a good pun. I hope people have suggested the Robin Williams "trilogy" of serious films. One hour photo, Insomnia and Final Cut. Final cut feels nearly forgotten but had a very interesting premise.

I'm so glad you liked this one!! It's one of my favourites, and you're right you absolutely do notice new things each time!

"Dear imperialist swine," I think Stranger Than Fiction is Maggie Gyllenhaal at her most beautiful. I adore her.

I watched this movie in my creative writing class in high school and fell in love with it. Really happy someone else is giving it some love.

@erinhaury5773

Жыл бұрын

Props to your teacher! What a great choice of movie for a Creative Writing class.

I have not seen this either which baffles me.... Especially since I love Emma Thompson. I think shes amazing and always bring so much to the movies shes in. Will Ferrell are also a favorite of mine and so interesting to see him this kind of movie!

I have always found the flour's scene completely adorable.

I like how she immediately thought it was a comedy because it has will Ferrell. And no, anarchy is just absence of controlling systems. You can have a group that works in balance. Ideally. Not in reality obviously

Finally! Someone reacting to this film! Sorry five months late. I've been waiting for someone to react to this film like a year ago, but this film didn't get much attention.