Filmmaker reacts to Lethal Weapon 2 (1989) for the FIRST TIME!

[@JamesVSCinema]

Another absolute WIN. Want to vote on what I should watch next? Click here! www.patreon.com/jamesvscinema Revisiting THE BATMAN Friday/Saturday! (been like 6-8 years so this should be good.) Enjoy the day!

[@Erik78Johansson]

I hope you take your time and watch the other two LW-movies that are out there. Or put them on patreon, We will vote for them. :)

[@retromillenium]

The stilted house collapsing was real. The house was subject for demolition, and that's why it was chosen by the producers.

[@GoosFrabaaa]

You know what's odd? Being a "film maker" who has never watched the movies you react to. I mean seriously give me a break dude. Its like a DJ who's never heard of any classic song ever. I think you're lying my guy.

[@brucelee5620]

Yeah can't wait your reaction for 3 and 4 man. And Mel Gibson directed the 5th this year 🥳. You must check out the parody of LW loaded weapon from 1993 with Samuel L Jackson and Emilio Estevez and a stacked cast unbelievable funny. Keep going!

[@Alex-dh2cx]

@@GoosFrabaaa I mean, he's announced before when he's seen something already, so I don't see the point in lying now

[@SkeleTonHammer]

This is one of those rare series where every sequel is solid. I'm 100% sure you'll enjoy the last 2 as well.

[@brandimurray1984]

Came to say the same! Most consistent film series ever... I love that they don't even recast the kids, it feels like you grow with them! I love all four of these movies!

[@devynjohnson317]

Agreed

[@alexa.english174]

"Diplomatic Immunity..... Has just been revoked". Best one liner after a kill.

[@JamesVSCinema]

Bruh honestly, the way he said Diplomatic Immunity was hilarious

[@posmanager44]

The lethal weapon franchise does a great job of building a world. Each movie adds to the next and they blend comedy and action so perfectly well.

[@botz77]

Three is a bit dull, especially the villain. But Rene Russo was awesome in it.

[@Lionheart1188]

@@botz77 No it's not, it's awesome.

[@dr.burtgummerfan439]

And each additional character ADDS to the franchise, instead of diluting it.

[@shioriryukaze]

When even the house is a character, you know that this is a great movie.

[@posmanager44]

@@shioriryukaze no doubt! Lol that poor house has seem some shit!!

[@PowerDistGuy]

"Diplomatic Immunity" and "just been revoked" is probably the most quoted movie lines in my family.

[@TheGavrael]

The “but you’re black” scene is so great and I love them mocking it afterward. I always wished I was part of the Murtagh family.

[@domwalker6526]

Right would be lit to grow up in thst house

[@phj223]

16:39 I love the look Riggs gives the bomb guy when he tells him to get out, and the bomb guy immediately knows what's up. It's one of the greatest "you go, I go" scenes I can think of, and it makes perfect sense since Riggs was basically on his way out (by suicide) when he got partnered with Murtaugh and, later, essentially was made a part of his family. Riggs credits Murtaugh for saving his life, and there's just no way he's gonna let him face this threat alone.

[@bigredtlc1828]

Like you said, the diversity and racial themes were organic and not forced, unlike what happens a lot today in films. I think these types of films do more to promote diversity than some of the more overt attempts. Danny Glover is just a regular dude trying to retire in one piece and saddled with an insane partner. We can empathize with his character. I love their chemistry. Great stuff!

[@LA_HA]

@Raylan Givens Really great post. Thank you very much. Just excellent

[@orlandoruizjr3834]

My favorite action movie sequel. This film is the best of the sequels and rivals the original, in my opinion. Great reaction. Lethal Weapon 3 and 4 are loads of fun too.

[@grizzlymelon8376]

Especially 4 imo, i mean that ending man.

[@JJKnapich]

I agree, this is my favorite of the series. 3 was ok, but 4 was also so great.

[@uksoloz]

I miss films like this, you don't get a lot of them done to this level and just lethal weapon films are some of my fav cops off the rails films ever ❤️

[@AceCorban]

That's an interesting observation that never really occurred to me. As much of a running gag it is that the Fast and Furious franchise is "about family", the Lethal Weapon franchise really is. Family is at the core of every one of these movies. They are all enjoyable movies.

[@AceCorban]

@Raylan Givens And it only serves Riggs and Murtaugh's relationship even more. So well done.

[@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself]

Almost every scene in this film has been copied, referenced, parodied somewhere. It deserves the label, iconic.

[@peppyd]

Darlene Love who played Murtaugh's wife is a phenomenal singer! She was heavily featured in the documentary "20 Feet from Stardom". It's worth a watch!

[@LA_HA]

Woo. That title and all it implies. Yeesh

[@Tigermania]

What the writers of this movie nailed was the the buddy cop formula, so then they added good characters for the sequels in what becomes the Lethal Weapon family of characters. Edit: If you watch LW3 don't skip the credits because it has the first post credits scene I ever remember seeing.

[@Weazel1]

This movie was on rotation watch for me with License to Kill and The Last Crusade in the summer of ‘89 at my local dollar theater. I must have seen it a half a dozen times then. As this was a late 80’s action film, there are many familiar faces that show up as minor characters. Most notably, Jenette Goldstein and Mark Rolston had appeared in Aliens as Vasquez and Drake, the two smart gunners. Jenette was the detective that was blown up on her diving board, while Mark was the goon that lost the gold and ended up wrapped in plastic. In fact, now that I think about it, I don’t remember seeing Jenette survive a single film I’ve seen her in. Near Dark, Aliens, Lethal Weapon 2, Terminator 2, Titanic; none of her characters live.

[@fenner1986]

Yes! Please do the entire series. So many reactors do just the first and stop, they are all amazing and they end the series just so freaking well!

[@athens_1psvr31]

The reasoning was necessary since it gave light into why Riggs was so tormented and gave the chance for revenge. Last time they went outside the law for Glovers family and now it was Riggs’ turn.

[@botz77]

I think this might be my fav of the series. The South African guys are really evil, and Riggs goes through so much emotional torture. It's pretty dark, but so good. I was also fortunate enough to see it (and every other one) in the theater. Richard Donner was an amazing filmmaker. R.I.P.

[@KyuzouTV]

wasnt he signed on for lethal weapon 5? curious if we'll ever see it

[@xtrememayhem]

@@KyuzouTV i heard that mel gibson is directing and acting but feels weird about directing it because he was looking forward to his good friend donner directing it

[@botz77]

@@KyuzouTV They say Mel is directing and it might happen. IDK if I want one not directed by Donner personally, but maybe Mel can pull it off.

[@LA_HA]

@@botz77 Gibson's a very good director. A Donner film isn't possible, but an homage by a skilled director Donner trusted to do it if he wasn't around is okay with me

[@Inconsistent-Dogwash]

I just love these movies so much and it’s saddens me that we don’t seem to get films like this anymore

[@marennicholson5444]

Glad you found the running condom commercial joke as funny as I always did :)

[@jamesgalimo1007]

This was the movie that really made Pesci's career. After he did this character, was when he got huge. "They fuck you at the drive-thru!" is still quoted to this day (at least in my home).

[@Weazel1]

In our family it’s “Ok, ok, ok”.

[@insaned4666]

The two Joe Pesci quotes we use are “They FUCK you at the drive through” and “It worked before you broke it” from The Super.

[@LA_HA]

@@insaned4666 The Super. Awesome, fun movie

[@blytheguy7510]

I love all the Lethal Weapon films. I have the Blu-ray box set. I can never just watch one of them. I gotta watch them all when I want some classic goodness. I even like Lethal Weapons 5-7! Lol

[@tigqc]

I love it when Riggs is the one following Rudd around everywhere to try and intimidate him. Great flip of the script on the bad guys lol.

[@Yora21]

Mythbusters tried the freezing the battery to the detonator thing. It not just worked, it actually took 15 minutes until the charge went actually off. But that wouldn't have been very dramatic for the movie.

[@LA_HA]

Nice

[@DarksideSleemo]

I've ACTUALLY been waiting for the whole 4 months since your reaction to the first movie. This is my favorite of the series. Let's get it.

[@kphulk1001]

Your line of "bro physics just happened" is on par with "diplomatic immunity" as one liners for me

[@mellysomethingclever]

I think adding Joe Pesci to the franchise really took this series to a different level. Everyone of these movies are tons of fun. Honestly this is peak Mel Gibson and Danny Glover. They work so well. And despite any rough times Gibson had. He always made some classic movies that you can always look back at and see he was having the time of his life.

[@IggyStardust1967]

Do 3 and 4! They finish off the story nicely.

[@15blackshirt]

After watching the third and fourth films, I highly recommend watching Red Heat, Tango and Cash, the Bad Boys trilogy and the Rush Hour trilogy. Leo Getz, Joe Pesci's character, was in Goodfellas and Casino. The first two films in this franchise are spoofed in Loaded Weapon 1

[@Jason-br5ow]

The summer of ‘89 was supremely nuts for movies.

[@jakecleveland1051]

The 1st movie is easily my favorite but I think the 3rd is the most fun to watch, because the action and humor is a perfect blend in that one for me

[@leperwolf7287]

This movie is really when the Riggs is shown to be a member of the family, he's treated much like an unofficial uncle.

[@BasketCase-rr7tx]

Its probably already been mentioned, but the original script for this movie had Riggs die at the end. Luckily they changed it, as the third and fourth movies are very enjoyable.

[@justinpeck6015]

These are really great movies. This one and part 4 are my favorite ones.

[@rickjacuzzi2856]

Saw this in the theater and the entire audience gasped in shock when they cut to Rika dead underwater. They just didn’t kill characters like that back in those days.

[@robertrouse4503]

They add a new character who stays through the rest in each film. The family in 1, Leo Getz in 2, Lorna Cole (Rene Russo) in the third, and they're all together in the final shot of 4.

[@xtrememayhem]

if following that - do we get more butters in 5

[@touchstoneaf]

My favorite movie in this series is the third one. The fourth one is decent, but the first three really are the powerhouses. I think I really like the third one because of the addition of another character that really works for me. Can't wait for you to get to that one!

[@BMetcalf82]

James, YES! Thank you for your further indulgence in these fantastic films and even better chemistry among all the actors involved...the chemistry only gets better from here. Namaste.

[@rogermorris9696]

You have to love 80's and 90's where almost every lead bad guy in action movies was played by a British actor.

[@AironExTv]

That was so prevalent that Eddie Izzard did a bit on that in his standup. „The Death Star, just full of British actors“ acting out a scene of two characters in posh accents wondering why the rebels are showing up.

[@LA_HA]

@@AironExTv I've always wondered if Star Wars -- Happy Revenge of the Sixth, btw -- started that whole thing or is it just something that's been around much longer. I mean, I completely understand Lucas' reasoning for doing that -- the heavier, more serious characters had to have more weight and depth. It's difficult to beat the British for that. They're masters of the craft of theater and if Star Wars ain't theater, I don't know what is

[@filmark8995]

I think you nailed the coping mechanism thing for Riggs.

[@athens_1psvr31]

Amazingly this franchise never fell off with its sequels. Ended it properly as well…. And it rhymes with Chet Ski.

[@WhiskyCanuck]

My favourite of all the Lethal Weapon movies, and one of my fave action movies of the 80s along with Die Hard and the GOAT Raiders of the Lost Ark.

[@ThomasSoles]

Loved this movie. The first was poppy and fun. This was had great action but was brilliantly dark. The dark moments for the protagonists come around the mid mark of the movie and it becomes such a great revenge thriller. Nobody felt like they had plot armor - even at the very end. Definitely the acme of the series.

[@codyt821]

This is one of those film series where literally every single one of them are great. Can't wait for you to see the rest of the franchise. Great reaction as always brotha, I always feel like I'm experiencing a film for the first time again when I watch you react to it.

[@leecogbill5881]

Love the reaction. I've seen and loved all the leathal weapons. They just get better as you go down the list. Watched them all in theaters and they all are awesome

[@kimberlycross9621]

I think all of the Lethal Weapon movies are equally good, and I really like Rene Russo joining the series in the 3rd film.

[@luckyent1299]

Love it bro! This is my favorite movie series ever! Appreciate you tapping back into it.

[@wacokid30]

This is the best Leathal Weapon in my opinion. It's got everything this franchise is known for. Such a blast!

[@danlincoln8987]

I subscribed because of your 1st lethal weapon I hope you continue until the 4th one, great series

[@AironExTv]

Saw this when it came out. Great ride. Great action. My favorite moments are still the conversations these two guys have.

[@jimtatro6550]

“But you’re bleck.” “Free South Africa you dumb son of a bitch!” “He’s been decaffeinated.” 🤣🤣🤣 Great lines of dialogue from Danny Glover.

[@HABO2210]

"Fun" fact: in an alternate ending Riggs was supposed to die. But the will to shoot a sequel was stronger, hence the happy ending

[@elwyndude]

I always remember this movie because we had water pistol fights inside the house at university. To ensure I wouldnt get hit, I would run beside the tv and hold it shouting "DIPLOMATIC IMMUNITAAAAAY" 28:50 LOL Works everytime.

[@jaydead863]

another great film and another great reaction bro. if you haven’t been told today, i appreciate these awesome reactions. you probably get a few comments everyday saying stuff like “these vids help me through hard times” or “you really are a positive break in my day”. and i’m just here to say it really is true. your vids are more than just a laugh or some unique insight to filming…they’re all that and more. thanx bro.

[@rachelfiddler4886]

It’s like they took the best parts of the original Lethal Weapon and added Joe Pesci. Pure greatness!

[@botz77]

Mel and Donner also worked together on Conspiracy Theory, which is one of Mel's best performances in my book. Patrick Stewart is the villain, and you don't see him play bad often. So that was really cool.

[@MrRyguy2112]

Love that scene when Roger is sitting on that bomb and gets tongue tied when it comes to telling Riggs how he feels. He says volumes without saying anything and Riggs knows it. Such a good call back to what they had already been through and the bond that comes with it.

[@SlipperyPeteClassic]

Great reaction vid! The Lethal Weapon movies were some of my favorites growing up. I never took as much notice of the political themes in them until I was much older. LW2 has major Apartheid/South African issues from that era baked into the plot. Without giving much away, LW3 has gun control and cops/former cops turning to crime in its themes. LW4 is all about immigration issues and how organized crime will hold people over a barrel and practically own them for life for wanting to leave their homes to live in the US.

[@japython]

Can't wait to see you do the next two films as well!

[@garypaterson1477]

Thanks for your thoughts and time. Your continued insights,joy and fun is what elevates your videos and endears them to those that watch. Never change man, as always, stay awesome, stay genuine.. much love

[@javix2013]

Lethal Weapon 1 was a more adult and serious movie, Lethal Weapon 2, 3 and 4 more popular and fun films, designed more for all audiences, and they worked very well, they were very successful at the time.

[@6li8storm40]

I find this one to be the darkest, tbh.

[@maximillianosaben]

Oh these movies are so darn fun! Joe Pesci is a great addition.

[@JamesVSCinema]

Most definitely!

[@wubranch1]

Joe Pesci got the “ok” he was saying throughout the film from when he asked for directions at Disneyland, and all the staff members would star with “ok, ok” then try to tell him how to get to fantasyland.

[@brandimurray1984]

So much fun with this react and I hope you do the rest, it's really one of the greatest film series ever...

[@justlola417]

Started watching you today and I'm already really impressed, I love the educated commentary and insights you give, now I'm on a marathon to watch all your reactions to things I've already watched lol. I saw you reacted to city of god, so I'd love if you could do a video on elite squad as well, another great brazilian film

[@rachelfiddler4886]

Gotta love a Chekhov’s shoulder dislocation! 🤣

[@1ListerofSmeg]

ALWAYS speak for you "personally" James, It's what we are all here for. 13:30 I have always thought it was a really nice touch that the passport is tossed on the ground instead of being handed back.

[@mgeek1]

Great reaction and review, as usual. Since you enjoyed this, I want to suggest that you go back a few years further to 1986's "Running Scared." It's another great buddy action movie about two Chicago cops. I think you'll enjoy it. This one pre-dates the first Lethal Weapon movie.

[@LA_HA]

Yes, I'm in with Running Scared, which has been ignored. The same with Stakeout with Emilio Estavez and Richard Dreyfuss

[@nexus.shadow]

to show how popular this franchise was, in Australia at Movieworld themepark they had a Lethal Weapon 2 roller coaster that had a queue then you went into a large room to watch clips and behind the scenes then you got onto the inverted coaster (seats hanging from the rail instead of car on tracks)

[@s.c.sanchez1610]

I love all four Lethal Weapons but this one was always my favorite.

[@christschida495]

Looking forward to seeing you enjoy lethal weapon 3 and 4 next. 3 is my go to when it comes to lethal weapon

[@hectorgravesantiagonil2118]

awesome movie and awesome reaction man!

[@dAdpool-lt2zh]

Almost at 100k buddy ! Positive vibes to the fam ! Peace and love James !

[@okaynowins3147]

This was my favorite film of the series

[@justinpeck6015]

Joe is in the last 2 movies to. He's really funny

[@insolentMinx47]

lethal weapon gets better as the films go on. cant wait for parts 3 & 4 james!

[@DP-hy4vh]

One of those rare sequels that's better than the original.

[@thebookgeek87]

I haven't seen these films in so long. My grandfather watched these movies all the time when I was a kid.

[@taylorstratford9717]

Yup, Before he became Childish Gambino, he was Comedian Donald Glover. Look up his comedy! He's hilarious.

[@filipohman7277]

Awesome Movie and Work Bro, Thanks 😎 👍👍👍 Greetings from Helsinki, Finland 🇫🇮🇺🇸🇫🇮🇺🇸🇫🇮🇺🇸

[@artwithmichael5547]

I love all of these movies. Nice pick up on the music. That happens in 4 too.

[@UKstobbs]

About time, watching something FOR THE FIRST TIME again, as a reaction channel should. :)

[@alwayzchillin0714]

“Getting too old for this shit….”🤣 Edit- I cannot wait to see your reaction to the 4th one, my personal fav. Uncle Ben is the best! IYKYK 😏

[@SUZABELLA34]

Hey James! I loved your genuine reaction to this! Do you ever watch the movies you react to a second time just to enjoy the movie? I have always wondered that..

[@michaellueneburg2261]

I always thought Murtaugh was going to echo the captain's mantra, "I don't give a F!" Great reaction!

[@russellmills4928]

So glad you reacted to this great sequel!

[@reflectionist]

The transition from Murtaugh telling Riggs to keep it quiet to the very next shot.... I was reminded of this VERY transition while watching The Batman. It's not a funny situation, and it's kind of reversed, but the rhythm of the cut always gets a chuckle. It's the shot of the robot wheeling into the vacant cathedral while this guy's in a chair by himself.

[@waseonethebomber]

literally went and got a bag of chips as you finished saying it haha enjoy your reactions and list of films you've seen. Thanks for the content

[@lambknot]

Still don't see why Riggs would drop off the girl back at her home knowing the bad guys would know where she would live.

[@gapjunction11]

After completing Lethal Weapon 3 you definitely should watch "Loaded Weapon". Great spoof of the trilogy, with Emilio Estevez and Samuel L. Jackson. A lot of scenes in there will look very familiar.

[@grendelz]

This one and four are the best of the series to me. You'll love 4

[@LiesThatBind]

You gotta do the 3rd and 4th Lethal Weapons now. Love this series, grew up on watching them in the late 80's and 90’s.

[@garethreid327]

Love that you doing these 4th my personal favourite

[@mordicus420]

*The Last Boy Scout* with Bruce Willis follows the Same "1 liner action movie type" also very good underated production

[@shaharadegan9993]

Loved your reaction to this one.

[@sntxrrr]

Yeah, that they-went-there moment is one I remember to this day.

[@damonroger3184]

This is a rare case where the sequel is just as good, if not better than the original.

[@lungfulldrummer8921]

There's a very underrated buddy cop flick called Running Scared that actually pre dates lethal weapon. Stars Billy Crystal & Gregory hines. Rush hour seemed to "take inspiration" from it's ending to.

[@reesebn38]

The summer of 89. What a great summer full of classic movies. Movies are truly dead now.

[@thebigbop5866]

This is a STRONG follow up, I suspect you'll be a happy reviewer by the end.