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@Gaming_Sparky584 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this in bed on a dark, rainy night on my big screen with snacks and yeah it was an experience, LA was captured so perfectly in this movie, almost like it was a character in the movie also just constantly there in the background and so real.
@marcosgibson93714 жыл бұрын
As always, you deliver. The 5th Element?!?!?! Can't wait. And what we do in the shadows is one of the funniest, most underrated movies ever. Keep it up, Bro. [EDIT] I couldn't wait for the first hit. Your facial expressions are priceless. 2004 btw.
@flickerman684 жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant. A masterpiece all around. Tone, pacing, editing, the performances. I love that you can't prepare for this film it does not follow convention in any respect.
@flickerman684 жыл бұрын
I love it when films elevate the mundane to the exaggerated or absurd through circumstance.
@flickerman684 жыл бұрын
Kudos to Cruise one of his best roles.
@Patriiiiick4 жыл бұрын
I really wish Tom Cruise would play more characters like this. He's so cold and surgical as he goes about his business.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
He does alittle in the Mission Impossible but I’d love to see him to that as a villain more!
@bigidiotdumbstupidguy93294 жыл бұрын
I wish I liked Tom Cruise. I think he just tries too hard to be cool. Too hard to be “relatable” lol. I totally agree with you on this tho
@lara3144 жыл бұрын
@@bigidiotdumbstupidguy9329 Cruise does a great job in Magnolia. He plays an unlikable but layered character and commands the screen without relying on the crutch of action sequences.
@TheGeorgeD134 жыл бұрын
@@bigidiotdumbstupidguy9329 That's on purpose. That's the point. You're not supposed to think he's cool. That's not the characters he plays. He plays try hards that go above and beyond what's necessary.
@MallThat4 жыл бұрын
He makes me think he could play a really authentic feeling Serial Killer type of character. For whatever reason Cruise hasn't realized that he's a better villain than he ever is as the hero
@theowinters63144 жыл бұрын
Tom Cruise's natural charisma makes him great for villains like this, something I wish he would do more of.
@drlee23 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Collateral and Interview with a Vampire are 2 of his best performances, like he BECAME Vincent and Lestat.
@alexman3782 жыл бұрын
He’s kind of a villain in Tropic Thunder too, and he was a scene stealer. We associate him a lot with heroic roles, but he’s really fun as a villain.
@tfpp14 жыл бұрын
10:48 - If you're impressed by the "audio" in that movie, it's probably because this was directed by Michael Mann, who also directed Heat - the movie with the greatest bank shootout sound design, ever.
@kellygilbert6214 жыл бұрын
PREACH.
@alexman3782 жыл бұрын
In Heat, they used real guns with blanks. I wonder what they did here, since he’s shooting them at point blank range.
@billbill609410 ай бұрын
@@alexman378Most movies use real guns with blanks in them, the confusion is people think "prop gun" means "fake gun." It's how Alec Baldwin killed that camerawoman shooting that one movie.
@QuayNemSorr4 жыл бұрын
Cruise's reaction at 10:30 is so realistic and well executed that it is regarded as one of the best gun scenes in movie history. He clocks in 5 shots in 1.4 seconds beating the script that wanted it done in 1.6 if possible.
@billbill609410 ай бұрын
Wasn't it actually 1.3? Either way his shooting was so impressive firearms instructors used to show trainees this scene as an example of perfect form.
@dinsism4 жыл бұрын
Freaking loved this film, it was so refreshing to see Cruise in a role like this!
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Right!? I was really digging it!
@thezdbailey3 жыл бұрын
I listen to the DLS every day. Mike Ryan is the top producer. He pushed this movie for about two weeks. I bought a cheap copy on eBay and saw it for the first time last week. Incredible. What was the deal with the coyote though. Was it proving the point that you could hit wildlife with a car in LA? That seems too simple. The Chris Cornell song they used for that part was great. I have no clue what band he was in for that, but you can't mistake his voice.
@s.c.sanchez16104 жыл бұрын
I love Mann's attention to detail of the audio of the gunshots. Movies usually don't try to sound so realistic when it comes to characters firing a gun.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Yeah those shots were SOLID!
@PACKERMAN20774 жыл бұрын
_"One of my favorite actors is in this"_ Tom Cruise: *"AM I a JOKE to YOOOOOU?!"*
@Raskolnikov324 жыл бұрын
It's interesting that they made him a perfectionist when it comes to all the little details in his life, as perfectionism is one of the major hallmarks of procrastination. Got to make sure everything is just right before you start, but you never start; the making things just right is just delaying the possibility of future failure.
@caddyguy53694 жыл бұрын
Procrastination does open up the possibility for implementing ideas that wouldn't have been thought of if a project was done as fast as possible. As with most things, double edged sword.
@hisholiness45373 жыл бұрын
So true. This was one of the traps I fell for in life. Still, better late than never.
@alonsorojas78854 жыл бұрын
Who came just for the "Yo homie" scene? Lol
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@EricPalmerBlog3 жыл бұрын
As others may say, the Mozambique shooting technique.
@dafty91594 жыл бұрын
"Yo, homie! That my briefcase?" Love that line. There was a time where I didn't like Tom Cruise or his movies, but this one and Edge of Tomorrow changed my mind, at least when it comes to his performances. I do feel like Max some times, being indecisive and shit, it's funny how we are afraid of success and end up choosing comfort instead of trying new stuff. In a weird way it reminds me of Fight Club, Vincent could be seen as Max's Tyler Durden, without his "help" he remains stuck forever. Congrats on the 20k man! You deserve it! I know that number will be doubled quicker than you think.
@-hasamastersdegreeinwumbol85653 жыл бұрын
Edge of Tomorrow is probably my favorite Tom Cruise movie. He's such a good actor, in my opinion.
@andrewburgemeister66842 жыл бұрын
@@-hasamastersdegreeinwumbol8565 Magnolia is my favourite Cruise performance which is by far his best! “Respect the c**k. And…TAME THE C**T!!”
@danielchavez44033 жыл бұрын
"Collateral" has become one of my all-time favorite films. I'm glad you enjoyed it James. 💯😎👊
@shortmorgan_4 жыл бұрын
if you had an eargasm from those gunshots, you’d appreciate Heat so much
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Oh sweet, yeah I may have to check that out!
@tolkienismaster4 жыл бұрын
Mann best movie.
@simpleysims3 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema I cannot wait until u react to that.
@christophergolias36103 жыл бұрын
Dude watch Heat!
@condutchak4 жыл бұрын
One of the best villains ever
@danielchavez44033 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Vincent is one of most baddest movie villains.
@zerokiryu40974 жыл бұрын
Collateral is on The Transporter universe (just fun fact) Thats why a Jason Statham CAMEO
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
GOTCHA hahaha makes sense now!
@kristopherheenk27104 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema - There's also a fun theory that the movie might also be part of the GTA Universe: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2iQYpqZi9qIpKs
@feryfrost85723 жыл бұрын
THE WHAT??! OH my god my mind just exploded! it all makes so much sense for his cameo in this film
@skullduggery13854 жыл бұрын
I’ve always been a fan of the dialogue between Jamie Fox and Tom Cruise while in the cab. It’s great at showing both characters differing views it feels like a natural conversation, even though there’s not much happening in the scene it remains captivating to a casual movie goer.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Exactly, a great balance of both!
@billbill609410 ай бұрын
I think you missed that when Vincent kills the jazz player, he's not just being cold-blooded. He gives him hope that he might leave alive, he gives him an opportunity to talk about what he loves, he has a remorseful look after he kills him and finishes the jazz answer himself. Vincent is capable of caring for people but that will not change his killing nature. It's the same with Max, he clearly has a very protective instinct when it comes to Max, he protects him several times with no hesitation both from his boss and from physical danger. But he got in that car knowing he was going to use and kill a cab driver, and nothing that happens changes that. But I think in the end even though he met the miserable bookend to a life unwitnessed, he was glad it was Max who ended up living to the end of the night.
@Dinkdownn4 жыл бұрын
My fav part of the whole movie is the coyote crossing the street. And it wasn’t even planned. And you didn’t even show it. 😂😭
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
It’s on the full length! 😂
@corvuslight4 жыл бұрын
Ha! Me too.
@Drforrester314 жыл бұрын
With you there, first time I saw the movie that coyote scene had me feeling some kind of way, and I'm not even sure why. It's just such a cool moment
@Anub1s04 жыл бұрын
And btw , the Audioslave song went with it perfectly .
@Dinkdownn4 жыл бұрын
@@Anub1s0 yea whoever picked that song for that moment deserves a raise.
@bazookatooth4 жыл бұрын
It took me waaaaaaaaaay too long to realise guy was Javier Bardem
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha yup! I recognized him too!
@n4ko4 жыл бұрын
Whaaaaaaaaa!
@bazookatooth4 жыл бұрын
@@n4ko he looks so different with a buzzed head and beard right? Lol
@n4ko4 жыл бұрын
@@bazookatooth right, I actually had to go back and watch the scene again. I’m actuallly more surprised I didn’t recognize his voice either
@natedoggg20024 жыл бұрын
It too me 15 years when I discovered that.
@jacobrautenkranz94694 жыл бұрын
DUDE! If you liked this you gotta watch Heat. Easily my all time favorite movie. That audio that you were talking about gun wise is taken to the next level in Heat too. Love your thoughts, keep it up!
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Hey Jacob! Appreciate you brotha!! I’ll put that on the patreon polls!
@dannya86144 жыл бұрын
Great to see your nod to Brandon. I always enjoy his reactions too. Michael Mann is one of my favorite director and writer, so I suggest the film Heat wholeheartedly.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Brandon is the brother! Always gotta show love 🙏🏽
@RighteousBrother4 жыл бұрын
Yes, Heat, Manhunter, The Last of the Mohicans are all essential viewing.
@dannya86144 жыл бұрын
@@RighteousBrother You're damn right brother!
@tolkienismaster4 жыл бұрын
@@RighteousBrother I would add Thief and The Insider.
@nikolaiquack85484 жыл бұрын
Collateral is one of my favorite films of all time. Some of the scenes are like god damn poetry to me. I actually love the soundtrack to Collateral. So Imma have to disagree with you on that one, but it's all good :D
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Hahaha yeah the lyrical soundtracks just didn’t hit with me sadly hahaha
@nikolaiquack85484 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema Haha, can't win em all. I just love this type of alternative rock and jazz, so it might be that.
@skullduggery13854 жыл бұрын
Also I love the shoot out between the two on the train, because Vincent was trained to shoot two in the body and one in the head he missed whereas because of Max’s spontaneous shooting he hit, so in other words Vincent lost due to him not adapting to the situation and maintaining a routine strategy and max won because he broke away from his repetitive ways and started being more spontaneous due to Vincent’s teachings.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Interesting take on that scene! I dig it!
@w.b.5624 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema Vincent didn't "miss", - well, he did... - but if you look closely... He always does 2 shots to the chest/stomach, to prevent the target from shooting back... the "making sure" shot goes to the head. The last shootout in the train has a steel door with a window in between him and Max. So both his first shots hit the steel door right under the window. Max just did shoot straight, he got very lucky. Great movie! watch "Heat"
@jesselester97223 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema please react to The Last Of Mohicans (1992) it's the only movie I've seen that takes place during the French & Indian War. Nobody makes movies about that war or the Revolutionary War either. One movie apiece for those wars as well as Jarhead for Operation Desert Storm & that about it. The wars the have the most movies are WW1, WW2, The Vietnam War, The Civil War, & The War On Terror.
@reneedennis20112 жыл бұрын
Good point!
@qwi23114 жыл бұрын
Great Choice. Great Director, great Screenplay and great actors.All the elements that combine to make a great movie.
@taylorcoley63294 жыл бұрын
"Yo homie, is that my briefcase?" Love this movie. Such a classic.
@seanlittle23024 жыл бұрын
So dope to hear you shoutout Brandon Likes Movies! You guys are the top-tier reactors on KZbin for sure.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Brandon is the man!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@RustySpoonsfeelGood4 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema Both you and Brandon are the two best reactor channels on KZbin, by far. Always have properly insightful analysis on whatever you watch.
@seanlittle23023 жыл бұрын
@Nick S Haha I was watching a Natalie Gold video when I got the notification for this comment. She's top tier for sure!
@bryanpichardo62514 жыл бұрын
Yours and Brandon's are one of my favorites right now
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
That’s love Bryan thank you!!
@DMKelly203 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this film. And this is my second-favorite Tom Cruise performance behind his work in "Magnolia". I think these two films do a really good job of showing that Cruise, who's already a terrific actor, can be REALLY impressive when he plays against type.
@mattiaspetersson18763 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite movies. The coyote scene is magic, with the score from Chris Cornell. Heat is another one, the sound in the shootout is fire. I watch them once a year.
@patrickgogan35174 жыл бұрын
Gotta love Michael Mann he turns the city into a character
@corvuslight4 жыл бұрын
For me, the coyote on the downtown city street made the whole movie rise to another level.
@mariomunjko42774 жыл бұрын
Directed by Michael Mann who's Heat you already reacted to. You can see where all those great shots are coming from. I think Cruise delivered a roll of a lifetime in this one. And the rest of the cast was superb. And, ofcourse, I need to mention zen slices of soundtrack. A movie I always back to from time to time. Loved your reaction.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
I don’t think I’ve reacted to Heat yet!!
@mariomunjko42774 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema sorry, my bad. Anyway, if you haven't seen Heat, would sugest it. You can't go wrong with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in the same movie + it has one of the greatest street shootouts ever to put in a film. Cheers.
@pretentiousn3rd4 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite Tom Cruise roles ever right up there with The Last Samurai and Tropic Thunder
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Tropic thunder is god tier haha
@Ross__A4 жыл бұрын
Awesome take. Collateral is such a great movie. The script, character development, how it's shot, soundtrack and the action is next level. Michael Mann has a great eye and a touch for detail that elevates his movies. I saw in another comment you haven't seen Heat yet - I think you'd love it.
@lunavioleta0014 жыл бұрын
The movie Locke is set in only a car. It never goes anywhere else except in the car.
@DBlacks974 жыл бұрын
Tom Hardy gives an amazing performance in this movie
@justjayceeok994 жыл бұрын
I was gonna recommend that movie. First thing I thought of when he said "set in a car.." Locke is an awesome film!
@Palmieres4 жыл бұрын
I've recommended it a few weeks ago. I hope he makes a video. Such a good movie, just an amazing display of how you can make real cinema with a tight script, good directing and wonderful acting.
@jamalfoster33294 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: Some cameos throughout the film include Jason Statham playing the man Cruise bumped into at the airport in the opening scene, Javier Bardem as "Felix", the man Jamie Foxx meets while having to mirror Cruise's character, and Peter Berg as well as Mark Ruffalo.
@bigidiotdumbstupidguy93294 жыл бұрын
There’s a really trippy kinda thriller indie film from 2014 (that I think of as a more intense version of The Shining) called Coherence. It’s impossible to talk about any of the plot points without spoiling since it requires so much attention. Apparently there was no script, and instead it was a 12 page “synopsis” that was given to the cast and they didn’t know each other’s lines. Which I think adds to the natural feeling of the dialogue and later adds a layer suspicion because it’s genuine reactions from the actors. Since it had a tiny budget, there’s only like 2 major set pieces but the story is insane. I’ve seen it 4 times, and I took notes twice, but it still gives me that feeling of dread or anxiety every time I watch it. There’s no real relief to the tension like a classic suspense film would have. Once the plot gets into its stride, you turn into a spring under pressure. It’s criminally underrated and under-discussed, and I feel like you would enjoy it just because of the techniques used to stretch the budget. In fact, I’ll probably rewatch it right now lmao. If I had any disposable income atm, I’d try to get it on the Patreon. But I’ll just have to hope one of your Patrons has seen it and liked it enough to recommend it there. Either way. Love what you do, and it’s really cool of you to shoutout Brandon like that. Dude’s awesome. Keep on keepin on, my man.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Most definitely my man, appreciate you for commenting as well fam!
@bigidiotdumbstupidguy93294 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema I really, really hope you eventually get around to Coherence lol. Even if it is a rewatch, I’d love to hear your take on the story and directing. Plus, I just want more people in general to see it. It deserves way more attention than it has. Stay safe, brother.
@jdrummerdd4 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema YES THIS MOVIE IS SUCH A FUCKING BANGER. COHERENCE IS A MUST WATCH!!!!!!
@heyimgoingtoplaysomegames4 жыл бұрын
Sweet man! I was waiting rabidly for this one! Another great Michael Mann flick! Dude, would LOVE to see what you have to say about Cabin in the Woods. It’s an excellent take on the horror genre, and it breaks some really fun new ground. Anyway, hope you’re doing well, man. Keep up the great work!
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Hey brother I appreciate that my man!! Thank you for the love!
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Not yet!
@heyimgoingtoplaysomegames4 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema No prob, you have excellent commentary on so many different aspects of the films, it’s super refreshing! Oh, and the cab, I like how you picked up on it. At the end, he crashed it and it was symbolic of his destruction and adherence to his old way of thinking, of holding himself back. So great!
@heyimgoingtoplaysomegames4 жыл бұрын
@@HistoritorJimaldus Agreed! I love how iconic the gunplay is, when there really isn’t that much in total throughout the film. Really goes to show if you make each scene fantastic, even if they’re 30 seconds, it will make a lasting impact!
@heyimgoingtoplaysomegames4 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema Whoa man! You definitely need to put Heat at the top of your list! It is easily Michael Mann’s best work, in my opinion. The best mix of dynamic characters and cinematography I’ve ever seen.
@masongonzales40363 жыл бұрын
It’s my favorite movie of all time and it was definitely refreshing watching someone doing a first time reaction so I can experience it again. 💯
@emilie112914 жыл бұрын
I always found interesting how the whole film is peppered with these subtle moments of Vincent's.. fondness? towards Max. It's almost like he can't help it, and this is someone who has worked so hard to dehumanize himself, to become the closest thing to a killing machine possible, and yet, human emotion is still something he can't help, even though he'd probably love to. Examples of this is how he went out of his way to defend him from his abusive employer, or how he stopped for his mother's flowers in the hospital or how he saved Max in the night club even though there was no real reason to keep him around now that he had his list back. It's so interesting to see those small moments of humanity that Max apparently brings out in Vincent and then see him purposefully try to push them as far down as he can because because he perceives them as interference. But to reject the things that make us human is to engage in a never ending war with one self, and Tom really played that ever present internal battle beautifully, I think. He does a great job of intriguing us and making us wonder what the hell happened, or what could possibly happen to a person to push them to such lengths. This movie was the one that really sold me on Tom Cruise as an actor along with Minority Report.
@LizzieBravado4 жыл бұрын
I found you about a month ago and you are truly one of my favorite creators on this platform. You’re incredible insightful and engaged with what’s happening on screen. Keep up the good work!
@devanmauch78432 ай бұрын
I know this is 3 years old but I love seeing you react to my fav. old time movies with your interesting takes. Makes for a really refreshing semi-rewatch
@DerkuiDerkui3 жыл бұрын
Forgot how great this movie was. I love all Michael Mann films. When you haven't watched them in awhile, you forget how great they are until you watch it again and you become mesmerized all over again.
@antoniobrooks11134 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite movies. The entire cast was excellent, the cinematography and editing were spectacular, the pacing and tone were very consistent. Truly a great film
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Loved it
@kristin1533 Жыл бұрын
The music in this movie is hautingly appropriate for each scene. Love the use of Bach's "Air" at the beginning, before all the violence occurs. Perfect selection.
@ManCity-5Peat-Loading Жыл бұрын
The conversation about them calling each other out and Vincent makes the quote about being old and how you let your dreams slide hits hard.
@sneedmando1864 жыл бұрын
Great content, balance, and velvety smooth voice, you’re killin it my dude ❤️ I’m here for this
@PodyTheCirate2 ай бұрын
Going way back and hearing your reason why you started this channel really hits. Also mentioning BrandonLikesMovies he was the first reactor I ever started watching man that’s so wild!! Love to both y’all
@katwebbxo4 жыл бұрын
This has been one of my favorites for years and I always felt like it was underrated. I also love the Audioslave song in it "Shadow on the Sun" during the scene with the coyote.
@scarlettmi4 жыл бұрын
I love that you pointed out the sound during that shooting scene. Sound really stands out for me in Michael Mann movies. The sound during the shoot out in Heat, in particular, is just excellent.
@grantterlecky12484 жыл бұрын
You open that trunk, they go inside. Oscar worthy performance from Cruise. He was in the zone.
@kenobents9924 жыл бұрын
Brandon and you are my favorite people on KZbin reacting to great movies and series :)
@werdle924 жыл бұрын
Michael Mann movies always have the most realistic gunshot sounds. the noise level.
@Yaksniffer24 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this movie, up until after the first hit is finished, waaaaay back in the day. It’s interesting to see how it turns out! Also, really fascinating to see these actors in a movie that looks like it was films on a Sony handheld camcorder. Also congrats on passing 20k, in like, 4 months, that’s insane.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
I’m still in disbelief hahaha! Thank you!
@Anub1s04 жыл бұрын
My all time two favorite movies came in 2004 . Collateral and Lord of War . Fun fact , Antonio Pinto did the music to both of them . You can feel it during the philosophical conversation. The clash of two ideologies. Such a great movie
@MonkeyFarmFrankenstein3 жыл бұрын
They came up with some really interesting solutions for lighting the inside of the cab, and I love how a neo-noir like this uses digital, creating the opposite of the low-key classic noir lighting schemes in favor of a night that seems alive, and where there are no shadows to hide in.
@BuffaloC3053 жыл бұрын
A year later, I still appreciate your comment about using a taxi as a central location - it does indeed 'compress' the story, limits scenery and focuses the film on the screenwriting.
@WhtMike20064 жыл бұрын
Guarding the sound design at 10:30 for the gunshots, Michael Mann is famous for using actual gunshot audio and not changing it in post production. When he was filming the movie Heat in the mid 90’s, he didn’t wasn’t liking any of the gunfire sound design for the infamous downtown LA shootout scene. He ended up using the original audio where you can hear the gunfire echoing off the buildings, etc. He did the same thing for his later movies, and as a result, the gunfire sounds way louder and more intense.
@michacieslak23462 жыл бұрын
"Think anyone will notice?" Vincent is scary, cold and emotionless even when he's dying. After seeing that side of humanity, Max will NEVER be the same again.
@ehcmier4 жыл бұрын
The postcard picture of Max's dream hearkens back to a narrative device in Michael Mann's first feature, 1981's "Thief".
@shaftpunk844 жыл бұрын
“There are better songs to die to.” That cracked me up.
@albertjohnston93744 жыл бұрын
The first thing I think of in Collateral is the scene in the jazz club when they're talking about Miles Davis. That scene is so haunting and gave me chills. Enjoying your reactions, James! Thank you
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
That scene was so mesmerizing in a weird way hahaha! Thanks Albert!
@theroadahead85934 жыл бұрын
Collateral was also a story about LA. The way it was shot, locations etc. Aesthetically it is very Micheal Mann movie. Heat, Collateral, Miami Vice.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Makes sense with the dream theme in it!
@NxCmp3 жыл бұрын
There is a lot of things in this movie.. Connections, metaphors, foreshadowing, etc When Max is giving her a ride at the beginning and they have 0 traffic, Max says he "Gets lucky with the lights." In his shootout with Vincent the lights on the train go out for a moment. That's when Vincent's training and how he shoots fails him. He fails to see Max move and you can see his execution wound pattern (Mozambique) in the bullet holes on the door. He missed
@gorba4ef4 жыл бұрын
the gunfire sound when he killed those 2 thieves is so epic. I had the same reaction when I first saw the movie. Had the same while watching Heat (1995) from Michael Mann. You should certainly watch that one too. I love movies where they focus characters and their motivations first so the the action scenes have more weight and are not just for show.
@happzy4 жыл бұрын
Here's the comment I remembered about this movie and it's final showdown that has some interesting detail: "anybody wanting to know why cruise died, look at the train door, see those 3 holes? two aimed center mass, one at the head. Vincent does that pattern for killing throughout the whole movie, and in the situation where he faces max, there just happens to be a metal door blocking Max's vitals, its an allusion to the repeated cycles Max lives through the whole movie, its the same thing that kills Vincent, he falls back to routine and fails because of it. The technique is called a Mozambique Drill, and is what hitman like Vincent and John Wick use to great effect through out both movies."
@newalchemy97423 жыл бұрын
Love the little details of the final shoot out. Vincent is such a trained killer that he's a creature of habit (which is an interesting juxtaposition about what his character preaches) that he fires at Max with the same pattern he killed the other victims with (as described by the coroner in the morgue), but it that causes him to fire into the metal of the door so his shots don't pass through, but Max, who's untrained, is firing randomly and hits Vincent through the glass (which, in turn, is an interesting juxtaposition about how his character has lived).
@duckie684 жыл бұрын
There's a great film produced by Pierce Brosnan called "The Matador". He really wanted to break out of the "smooth" characters he's been stuck with. I'm thinking about it as it's a very different exploration of a hit man that I think you'll enjoy. Great work dude!
@grayantihero60593 жыл бұрын
It's a totally underrated movie. I really enjoyed it.
@McRino14 жыл бұрын
Bloody love this film. Great choice James. Hope you're staying safe! You looking happy and healthy man
@Scribe_3 жыл бұрын
This is a criminally underrated film.
@monfernova4 жыл бұрын
Fun little tidbit, the reason Tom didn't tag Jamie in the train is because there are horizontal bars on the carriage door at the exact height where he usually shoots efficiently. Torso, and head.
@kilchil54384 жыл бұрын
Yoooo. Both you and brandon are my favorites to watch it makes me so happy.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Much love!! 🙏🏽
@seanellis78824 жыл бұрын
If you want a film centred around one location, you have to watch Locke. Tom Hardy is the only character you see on screen for the entire film and it all takes place in his car as he’s on a long drive. True tour de force of acting
@xjamesx70474 жыл бұрын
Before John Wick there was this movie. This film was top-tier awesome. Check out Michael Mann's movies btw! Heat (1995) Miami Vice (2006)
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
I’ll have to check out Heat!
@fxzero6664 жыл бұрын
@@JamesVSCinema Heat has one of the best shootout scenes of all time. If you thought him shooting those two guys the tried to rob them in this was intense, Heat is that x100.
@Edninety3 жыл бұрын
You know, I heard this on quite a few reactions of yours and years ago I heard a quote (can't remember who originally said it, just as I don't recall the exact phrasing): limitations or boundaries add a layer of creativity, because knowing these limitations allows for your mind to flourish in between these boundaries, which is kind of ironic. And as you mentioned in other reactions, Sci-Fi for example doesn't inhabit them, so it's much harder to actually "flourish" within that space of unrestricted imagination. I think that is so true and you are among the first people I encountered who understand that or atleast the point in that argumentation. I'll always turn to you if I want a reaction with substance and appreciation of all the crafts that go into creating a great piece of film.
@st3wi3D2 жыл бұрын
"hands of time" is the track that was playing while Anny + Max was in the taxi. The lyrics in that song was word for word what Max's life was up to that point. It was an intentional choice by the director; you should check it out.
@erikcarrillo73783 жыл бұрын
Your reaction to Ruffalo getting capped is the same as mine and my girls. That moment had me shook to the core.
@Bunke094 жыл бұрын
This movie though. The mood of this film is intense. Highly rewatchable as I've lost count of times watched myself. Ok pushing play on your reaction!! Lets go.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Hahah enjoy!!
@Bentzel754 жыл бұрын
I really like collateral. It's deep but still very exciting and action packed. So many emotions and thoughts in the end...
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Very well thoughtful film!
@chernobyl684 жыл бұрын
Michael mann is one of my favorite filmmakers. Hale has done so many great movies, Collateral, Heat, Last of the Mohicans, Black Hat, The Insider, Public Enemies, The Kingdom, Ali, Thief...just a fantastic filmography, I recommend them all ! On this he shot nearly the entire film using HD cameras and only ambient light, to show how the city really looks. The parking garage to office shot from so far away, using just interior ambient lights...in think the interior of the light rail is the only part shot on film, since they green screened the outside passing by. Another cool note, I think the final train station is the same on in the beginning of Heat, which you absolutely need to react to if you've never seen it.
@davidfisher88213 жыл бұрын
The opening scene with Jamie and Jada was worth the price of admission!
@generichuman_4 жыл бұрын
"One of my favorite actors is in this..... Jamie Fox" ----- Tom Cruise (*cries in scientology)
@antoniobrooks11134 жыл бұрын
In the vain of Collateral, I’d also recommend The Fountain, Insomnia, Identity, Frailty, Road to Perdition, The Village and The Prestige... just a few underrated 00s films
@thawedantarctican21714 жыл бұрын
Dude, Identity and Frailty are CRIMINALLY underrated!
@twistedowl74594 жыл бұрын
Insomnia is great, Al Pacino kills it, also probably Christopher Nolan’s most underrated film
@michaelriddick71164 жыл бұрын
Road to Perdition is a great movie and alllowed Tom Hanks to go to a THROUGHLY different space then hes normally cast in. Kinda like Kevin Costner and "Mr. Brooks", another amazing movie, or Robin Williams (RiP 💔) in One Hour Photo.
@mikelmcknight723 жыл бұрын
I’d add The Illusionist to the list. I enjoy it slightly more than I enjoy The Prestige. Paul Giamatti was great in it, and it is less of a blockbuster.
@trevorcoyle5174 жыл бұрын
My favorite movie my guy, so happy you made this
@Hurricane_Manners Жыл бұрын
I watched a behind-the-scenes on this film and Cruise put an inordinate amount of time into making that bit in the alleyway look as smooth as it does.
@liamjoyce77744 жыл бұрын
The fact that you and Brandon are buddies brings me great joy.
@REVAN23384 жыл бұрын
That shooting is considered one of the finest examples of defensive handgun use on film.
@danusmc34 жыл бұрын
Michael Mann (who made this), also made the theatrical "Miami Vice". He loves using gritty natural lighting and natural sounds from real weapons. Also...I lost my mind when I first saw Mark Ruffalo. This is one of Tom Cruise's best roles.
@danh88043 жыл бұрын
For perfection in cinema, I invite anyone to the dueling monologues between Vincent and Max leading up to the crash
@cameronvarela32524 жыл бұрын
If you've never watched the revenant you ABSOLUTELY need to. A master piece of cinematography.
@gasperdn3 жыл бұрын
I saw this movie in the theaters and when Vincent died on the train, the theater was all quiet and I said in a fairly loud voice "Now that's a Taxi Cab Confession!" the whole theater busted out laughing.
@simpleysims3 жыл бұрын
This movie made me love Socal and want to frequent it much more in my lifetime. When I went to LA around new years Eve in 2017 I loved every second of me being there. When I went to Long Beach 2 years later on a conference trip, it was like being in the Collateral movie minus the violence obviously. But the lights, the palm trees that were like skyscrapers, the Hollywood walk of fame, East LA, the Mexican culture, the black culture, the stucco houses, the hotels. Michael Mann really captures LA well when he films there. Heat is another great capture of LA. He does a good job of setting scene and immersing you into this breathtaking world. Ppl can say what they want about Cali, but it's truly something different.
@Maya_Ruinz3 жыл бұрын
That quick pull on the thugs is amazing, very similar to that episode on Miami vice with the assassin who pulls on a cop who is being held at gun point. It’s so fast it’s almost impossible to react to.
@patmullen75974 жыл бұрын
James, I love and truly appreciate how you actually watch these films. I realize your intent is to initially review the films for their cinematography values but from what I've seen you tend to end up enjoying the films for their content and storytelling as well. Some of these films were never regarded as "good" movies by critics and the sheep consumers. I also enjoyed these same movies. Thank you for giving us your views on these films from a creator's perspective as you've brought to my attention many scenes and aspects of these films that I never fully appreciated until you pointed out and explained them. Thank you again.
@JamesVSCinema4 жыл бұрын
This is beyond incredible to hear..thank you so much for such a kind comment Pat!
@el_mal_de_ojo Жыл бұрын
Tom Cruise's run is so damn satisfying to see. Reminds me of Robert Patrick's running as the T1000 in T2: Judgment Day. Robotic, driven, purposeful.
@persebra3 жыл бұрын
I LOVED the music, you are crazy!
@TheGroucho664 жыл бұрын
In reference to the whole "Why the fuck are you still driving a cab?" thing, there's a short video essay on youtube called 'The Toolbox Fallacy' where a guy builds off of the philosophy expressed in that scene and relates it to himself wherein people often make excuses for the reason/s why they haven't achieved the goal they claim to be aiming for i.e. 'Once I get X then I can achieve Y' except what 'X' is keeps changing when you DO get 'X'. Worth a watch.
@EricPalmerBlog3 жыл бұрын
Refreshing to see this analysis of a great movie. Thanks for sharing.
@MailmanRicky4 жыл бұрын
Awesome reaction man! I saw this movie at the 2 dollar movie theatre in Kansas City Missouri in 2005 😂
@AlexDelarge19904 жыл бұрын
Lol, I still quote the "Yo homie! That my briefcase?" line all the time...