Honoring a Broadway Legacy: Behind the Scenes of tick, tick...BOOM! | Netflix

[@dlmbs]

My heart goes out to Julie Larson, the last surviving Larson family member... Thank you for sharing us your brother's gift and for continuing to keep his legacy alive.

[@CaseTheCritic]

No kidding 👏🏼👏🏼

[@libena1973]

I didn't realize her dad passed. 😭

[@dlmbs]

@@libena1973 it was just recent, Dec 2021

[@camara1194]

I know. Ugh, my heart broke..

[@thelevisullivan]

Doesn’t Julie have two sons?

[@elladaa5026]

“This not one of those biopics where you see Mozart writing his masterpiece. This is a movie about failure and getting back up. And his masterpiece is ahead of him. And it’s hopeful because maybe so is yours”

[@bethaniie_]

Chills

[@nadinealbers91]

It’s so incredibly hopeful even though his story is hopeless ❤️

[@bethaniie_]

@@nadinealbers91 SO beautiful

[@srkndsouthparkrock]

This movie is breathtaking. The songs are addictive. Lin was right, it’s a movie about hope, that your dream is just ahead. Ps. Just give Andrew the Oscar already.

[@karmen181]

And Lin for director ..

[@TitleInProgress]

@@karmen181 Lin freaking killed it! I’m quite surprised at how good his direction was for his directorial debut!

[@karmen181]

@@TitleInProgress he said it himself that he pretty much was the only one that could make this a magical as it is..Because he is our Jonathan and he knows exactly how Jonathan felt in these moments.. and he knew what to add and when to take ideas from others ..

[@toricornish2023]

Julie Larson’s stamp of approval for Andrew, saying that it was like having her brother there 🥺 and that no one other than Lin could’ve done such a perfect job… that should earn them an Oscar right there!

[@aomaito5549]

Honestly i started crying when she said that

[@ezelfrancisco1349]

It’s insane at how Tick, Tick… Boom works on many different levels It works as a biography because Jonathan Larson himself wrote this musical and they have many footages of his performances. They have easy access to Jonathan Larson’s brain It also works as an adaptation because it was directed by someone who fiercely admired Jonathan Larson and someone who knew the flaws of the original and someone who also performed in the stage version, and someone who can relate to Jonathan’s theme of “running out of time” It also works as a movie because it knew that it was a musical by/for theatre nerds. It knows how to suspend your disbelief and make a delight for the eyes. Tick, tick… Boom is a gold standard of musical adaptations

[@Riz_Music]

"Jonathan Larson sang about the fear of turning 30 and he never reached 40." MY GOD.

[@eekeey]

Who else is in an Andrew Garfield phase? I am so deep into it, with no sign of escape. Edit: 2 months later, and *still* in this phase. Please help.

[@sara-ql1xs]

I feel like back in 2012😭😂

[@aquuaryo]

I've literally been drawing fanart of him nonstop for two weeks 😭😭

[@Seahorse0418]

Just saw Never Let Me Go and was blown away. I ordered the book. Can’t wait to cry all over again.

[@karmen181]

Since the title popped up on to my Netflix.. I am watching something every single day about Jonathan or Lin or the whole ensemble and of course Andrew .. it's a never ending cycle lol

[@karmen181]

@@Seahorse0418 where did u watch it

[@ginniesoh]

This was such a gift during the pandemic! I was thrown into this world of Jonathan Larson and I love it so much. Andrew Garfield’s performance is his career best and that is saying a lot! Lin is a genius- first time director crushing it ! Everyone in the cast is so special. Julie Larson’s stamp of approval and appreciation for the cast and crew bringing her brother’s story to life is everything. I was so touched when she said Andrew Garfield made her feel she shared time with her brother 😭 😭 that is a gift.

[@blndboss7991]

Andrew's performance was truly amazing

[@carpet_rug1883]

It waaasss! I couldn’t watch it just once and I made my friends and family watch it with me so I could show them how amazing it is.

[@alyzu4755]

Yeah, I'm gonna have to watch it at least 20 more times. 🥰

[@jacquelinebarr959]

“Maybe so is yours.” Gosh this movie means the world to me.

[@finnv5459]

Andrew is so good at giving compliments, he talks about the people he loves so positively and lovingly

[@hrishita4823]

Manifesting that Oscar for Andrew 🤞🏼

[@ellaelliott4415]

He really really deserves it

[@huhuhuh525]

Lin-Manuel Miranda really needs to direct another film. this was so bloody good

[@ashleynessel5223]

Hearing Lin say that it was Stephen Sondheims real voice in the movie made me tear up so much. His voice will forever be cemented in this movie because of Lin. RIP Stephen ❤️

[@SkyLimit101]

"We've summoned the avengers of musical theater" damn right you did!

[@reptvismy13threason]

*I am so happy that Andrew won an award for his performance on tick, tick...BOOM!. The movie was so good.*

[@madsg9977]

timestamps 0:00 intro 2:02 foundations of tick tick boom 5:21 the larson legacy 7:06 casting 20:07 the perfect director 21:20 staging +filming 24:41 lin manuel miranda and steven levenson 26:43 outro - failure and getting back up

[@kg9460]

everything about this movie. the songs, the acting, the cast, everyone involved... it's just filled with so much heart

[@alyzu4755]

Yup. Finally saw it last night. It's so incredible!

[@Bigshart410]

I gotta admit, Jonathan Larson legacy is one of the best musicals I've ever heard of and i swear if he was alive, he would cry to see his success but sadly he hadn't got to see it but he knows that his musicals will be forever at RENT. Thank you Andrew Garfield, Lin Manuel Miranda and the rest of the cast for embodied their roles and performance of the film. Rest in Peace Johnathan Larson.

[@fifichou6839]

This story is so beautiful because it's about failure. It's about falling down and having enough courage and belief in oneself to stand back up. Ever since the pandemic, people have been uninspired, but this masterpiece really revives that fire in everybody's hearts.

[@i-understood-that-referenc3355]

This movie was an absolute gem, simply put. Andrew Garfield deserved that Golden Globe

[@dovelove5427]

The man oozes passion and talent! I adore him sm, such a gem of a human being.

[@moony3083]

This whole film just radiates an Oscar for Andrew. He rlly brought Johnathans story back and alive in an incredible way and the fact he was so dedicated to the role and even learnt how to sing in a year is utterly amazing

[@belladaul1728]

The passion that Andrew brings to all of his work is already incredible but his passion and love for tick tick boom was just next level it just shows how much Jonathan Larson impacted his life. This film just shows how dedicated Andrew is to his work and how special of an actor his is for this role. Also really hope he wins the SAG award and the Oscar because let’s be honest he genuinely deserves those awards for this beautiful film.

[@anikabryn]

I have never watched a movie as many times over in such a short time than I did this one. So beautifully done from all angles

[@karmen181]

Same and find things about it and keep watching

[@angelinazuzunaga7588]

same i’m in my 6th time😭

[@samigreco3388]

"Getting to watch Andrew in this role, I felt like I was spending time with my brother" :,)

[@amyriley9662]

It had been a while since I saw a film and couldn't speak for a few minutes after. I just sat there, speechless at the brilliant talent and life of Jonathan Larson while appreciating and in awe of how beautifully the movie told his story. I am so thankful for this movie.

[@isabelladippel9649]

As a lifelong theatre devotee and aspiring actress/musician, I fell head over heels in love with this movie from the start and looked forward to watching this video as a way to remember why it is I do what I do: to tell stories that impact the world with people as wonderful as this cast and crew. What I didn't expect while sitting alone and slightly hopeless in my college dorm, eating half-burnt microwave popcorn in front of my laptop, was to hear "and it's hopeful because, maybe, so is yours". Weird as I know it sounds, I'm already relating to 30/90 at 19 (the world's systems keep getting more screwed up, are any of us as special as we want to believe, I can only be Cosette and Christine for so much longer, etcetera), and the idea of genuine hope-especially at this time in the world-is a difficult thing to hold on to. The moment I heard those words, though, and the moment I first saw this movie with my best friend over winter break, and the moment I watched the cast party around the piano for the first time and smiled at the anecdote that Vanessa and Andrew both claimed Mary as their first role, matching mine, and when Andrew said a few things in interviews that aligned exactly with what I'd thought about humanity and art my whole life-this is what gives me that so deeply sought-after hope. To believe in oneself, to believe in others, to be driven by your passion while still trying to be aware of your impacts-life is such a balancing act, and the reminders that came in the form of this movie and all surrounding it are so wholly needed in my life right now. Sometimes, when I sit in a practice room on the fourth floor of my school's fine arts center, playing Louder Than Words on one of the almost charmingly out-of-tune pianos, I wonder, silly as it sounds, whether Larson might be up there watching me. Up there with Sondheim, and up there with my grandmother, who showed me tapes of shows she once directed and sang along to them with me when I was still forming my love for theatre. Connections, legacy, and all that jazz-yet, it's the simplest thing in the world, to get through the mess and hold onto each other and continue allowing yourself to create. It's nothing short of everything. (Also, the day the cut footage of Green Green Dress is released is the day the world might finally know peace. Thank you for coming to my TED talk.)

[@luna-mo3ol]

I'm rooting for you!! 💪

[@dearxdiana]

you know the movie was good when even the behind the scenes make you cry, thank you to every single person that was involved, you lot are brilliant

[@gabbe3469]

I just cant stop crying. I cried during the whole video, i cried watching tick tick boom, i cried watching rent. Everything he did was just so beautiful. And the passion he moves also on all these people who did this amazing movie, its everything so astonishing. I think i never felt so moved by a work like that. Im really crying my heart out, Jonathan was amazing. A truly extraordinary human being. I im so happy and love to be able to hear his story.

[@Mojoblitz]

How great is it that Netflix has two films with two of the Best Actor frontrunners

[@linndylau]

I know, right? I wouldn't be able to pick one, I love both Ben and Andrew 🥺🌟 I definitely would claim it a tie, but I truly feel Tick, tick...Boom! is a masterpiece full of joy, pure love and a lot of heart, and nothing can top that 💎

[@finelinematilda]

this film is absolutely incredible and so beautiful .Learning about Jonathan’s story really touched me. words will never be able to describe how much I love this movie. Andrew portrayed Jonathan so well. He is such an incredibly talented actor. Jonathan would be proud

[@Benni777]

Both Johnathan Larson and Lin Manuel-Miranda are my two biggest inspirations. They’re creativity helped me motivate me to make a musical myself, and Tick, Tick…Boom! is such an accurate representation of a songwriter: not glamorous at all, it is rough, you get constant “no’s” until you get it right, each and every day. Johnathan Larson will live on forever in theatre!

[@joannakathleenn]

This movie is truly incredible, and I love hearing Lin talk about the process of making it and what Larson means to him. The entire cast really put their hearts and souls into their performances and it shows. Hearing Julie say watching Andrew Garfield in the role felt like sharing time with her brother is the most beautiful compliment and I'm sure it means a lot to him. Andrew Garfield already has the Golden Globe, here's hoping for an Oscar too!

[@SGRosen-vi2ez]

"This is a movie about failure, and getting back up, and his masterpiece is ahead of him. And it's hopeful, because maybe so is yours." Don't mind my little artist heart crying in the corner.

[@diannam801]

Jonathan Larson was both ahead of his time and so so right on time! I get so wrapped up in his story and the art he created.

[@soph2828]

this movie is the perfect balance of storytelling and entertainment

[@okaykatieokay]

21:06 - 21:12 I still can't believe that isn't archive footage of Jon. Andrew's performance is just spectacular!

[@amieperkins4933]

Honestly this movie was a dream come true. I have always been a Rent fan, and I went (am still going) through an Andrew Garfield phase. Andrew as Jonathan Larson was an amazing (no pun intended) casting decision.

[@missmarybee3636]

seeing the passion of Jonathan Larson portrayed so genuinely... It invigorates me to continue fighting for the dreams I have. One day, I'm going to be a professional story teller. I don't know how, and I know it will be harder than I think it will be, but I won't give up on myself. Just like Jonathan. I will forever allow him and his passion to inspire me, and I hope one day, I get to thank him for it. What a blessing and a gift this film has been.

[@sharontuck9426]

Absolutely adored Andrew's performance & the entire ensemble was just incredible. I have no doubt Jonathan would be crying with utter joy with Manuel's production. I know I cried happy/sad/happy tears 💜

[@MrNorcal81]

Great movie, great acting, great music, vocals and superb directing by Lin. There are a number of songs in which you can hear the seeds of Rent being planted. Come To Your Senses is one of the best numbers that I've ever heard and the performance by Alexandra and Vanessa is beyond superlatives.

[@AlexLancuba]

I can’t even remember the last time a film moved me the way this one did. I feel so fortunate we get to see Jonathan’s story in the most brilliant, heartbreaking but authentic way. Everything about this movie was superb.

[@bigbeefy1]

When I saw MJ Rodriguez in this movie i was so excited. The casting was wonderful. What an amazing story honestly

[@iamirish4361]

"What do the songs, in this order, do to your heart." Just one reason why we love Lin-Manuel Miranda.

[@lamujerdegatos]

This movie inspired me on a level I haven't felt for a long time. I love Lin's statement at the end: this was not about the masterpiece, but about the moment before, or that hope for better in the future to come. I think I keep rewatching it because we don't get that message enough. Thank you for such a beautiful movie!

[@ajeminaharcourt-whyte3726]

The movie is amazing. I cried like a baby. It's so relatable. Hoping I still continue like he did even with all the rejections. Thanks Jonathan's. Thanks Lin Manuel Miranda. 😘

[@ms.amarie.a4354]

Yes! I can’t help but cry. It’s love, it’s heartbreak, it’s everything.

[@MekkaSG]

Amazing ! I watched this movie 4 or maybe 5 times…. I’ve lost track . I haven’t watched any movie this many times EVER . They all did a fantastic job . Lin Manuel is a creative genius and Andrew is a force of nature . I hope he wins an Oscar . The supporting cast of Robin , Vanessa , Alexandra and Josh Henry were all excellent

[@kenziekorp349]

this made me so incredibly emotional. everything about this movie is beautiful and stunning, from the story to the composition to the cinematography. i’m so happy that jon’s sister was able to be apart of it too and that she was so happy with the end result:,)

[@sharonfisch9426]

Absolutely brilliant, what a genius jonathan larson was. We are blessed to have lin manuel miranda direct and Andrew Garfield expertly act, sing, and play piano

[@sobosoup]

Andrew Garfield is one of the most talented actors I’ve ever had the pleasure to watch. Holy shit.

[@jennifercordova3847]

I really love this, Lin just killed it as the director ❤

[@tylorstreett7824]

My girlfriend and I finally watched "Tick, Tick...Boom" last week. It had been on the backburner for so long because we wanted to have time to actually enjoy it and not miss a single scene. My only regret is that we didn't make the time sooner because it was so much bigger and better than we were expecting. It was so good we had to stay up and watch "Rent" again to keep riding that wave.

[@mahikamihan]

"His masterpiece is ahead of him. And it's hopeful because maybe so is yours."

[@trulyvinayak.]

Andrew talking about literally anyone other than himself, is a lesson in poetry

[@layma5113]

Andrew is a true gift to the world of cinema and the movie itself is such a profound, inspirational experience

[@dikshagulati711]

This is so inspiring. A movie that touches your heart so deep, that you just want to keep thinking about Jonathan Larson. How incredible that person would have been. The things he wanted to say, will be listened to, for ages. His legacy will live on. ❤️

[@thearmyoffluffs3809]

OMG he actually played the piano. I suspected based on the movements but wasn't sure till now. crazy

[@InternalSnipez]

i have never loved netflix more, my life is now complete, thank you take my soul.

[@Running387]

Every time Jonathans sister talks about her brother In this video I cry

[@XimenaSu1609]

This is such a beautiful film and the way everyone involved speaks about it and gets emotional. You can tell this is truly a special project for them. A heck of a directorial debut for Lin, and Andrew’s performance is breathtaking. I hope more recognition comes their way because they outdid themselves with this film.

[@inesmachadocasamentos2828]

One thing I think is SO WILD is: even though I didn't know any of the things they are explaining here (didn't even know the actors were so famous in broadway) and somehow you FEEL IT when you watch this movie, the LOVE poured into it. It has stayed with me since I watched it and wont shut up about it

[@OlgaMarginean]

This movie grew up on me slowly but surely now having watched it 3 times. More to come. Andrew did an amazing job, he deserves all the praise. Gets me everytime. Such a delight to watch and rewatch 🎼

[@ACE33ist]

This movie was the light at the end of my 2021. So grateful for all the actors and crew who made this incredible work of art. Jonathan and Andrew are soul brothers.

[@nathaliedextor]

This movie, Andrew Garfield, this music, the background... All of this is AWESOME

[@jenniferri7735]

please just give him the oscar. he deserves it so hard.

[@briana8153]

jonathan’s story changed my life. i’m so thankful for this film

[@anjasalinas1737]

I cried about 7 times in this movie. Everything about this movie was so moving.

[@ayshafarrugia5248]

its such an inspirational musical that really opens our eyes to the fact that we are all only mortal and none of us have infinite time, i love this movie more then words can describe.

[@carpet_rug1883]

Tick Tick Boom is so good!!! The cast is amazing!

[@kobilovechocolate]

This cast with director Lin are utterly the most talented for a musical movie. Andrew is the gem ofc. I am so blessed I have watched to learn the legacy of Johnathan Larson!

[@rckyhrrorpctrshowandtell]

Thank you. This movie - this _story_ - is absolutely extraordinary.

[@karmen181]

I just wanted to add that the whole cast was just so magical.. and I loved Robin and Andrews love story of their own.. it's so so special

[@andreaxleste]

I clicked so fast 😭🥰 I love you andrew and the whole cast!!!!

[@carpet_rug1883]

Same! I clicked right when I saw it. And yesss the cast is so amazing!

[@andreaxleste]

@@carpet_rug1883 I know 😍😍😍 I have watched it so many times! So inspiring!

[@moirae8206]

jon larson blazed the trail for modern pop rock musicals to come to life, so though i am yet to watch rent, i can still see his influence over my fave rock musicals. lin did such an amazing job bringing his story to life, and both he and andrew poured out their hearts to make this passion project happen. i'm really happy that theatre nerds, rock fans, and cinephiles alike are now able to know about jon's life and legacy, and in an accessible platform as well

[@jessicasevin1870]

The movie has a lot of the original Broadway cast it's good but only if you have never seen it on the stage

[@jaeyara2932]

I watched it how many times already and it always made me cry.. it's so sad that Jonathan didn't experience being praised by his talents.. didn't experience success, he has lots of questions about everything.... it's just heart breaking.. actually i dont have any idea who he was not until Andrew Garfield introduce me to him.. and the shocking moment is that the song when i was young that my mom and my family and I always singing, "525 600 minutes" that was so famous in my family i just know it just now that i was Jonathan Larson's song written for his musical theatre Rent.. 😭 i would like to thank the production crew and the Tick tick boom company for making this film.. it made me realize lots of things that we need to treasure every second of our life we have, cause we don't know when is our time. The clock is ticking and we all die with unfinished song..

[@FlynnTheRedhead]

These clips not only have different vocal performances to both the film as well as the soundtrack, but also show that they filmed Green Green Dress and didn’t even show the deleted scene anywhere (13:32)

[@anaclaudiamascarenhas21]

Thank you Jonathan Larson for giving us this master piece!!! And please give Andrew Garfield and Lin Manuel Miranda an Oscar!!!! ❤️

[@aubreytshwenyane5621]

I'm so addicted to 30/90 song.. they were all great but this one hits home coz I'm in my late 20s

[@ellendrowne4438]

This movie is so very special. Thank you to everyone involved. What a wonderful bunch of people. You know a piece of art is important when even the behind the scenes programme has you in tears!

[@Lizwindsor]

Beyond. I can’t say enough, if you love musical theatre, you will love this amazing story.

[@mrKpooper4]

Experiencing this movie was such a joy. Thank you for sharing Jon's story and music to us. P.S. Please give Andrew his Oscar. 🏆 And please release the Superbia track 🙏

[@theobowyer8480]

Brilliant movie... handled with sensitivity and intensity in equal measure. Andrew Garfield's embodies the part completely. Fab movie

[@LunarLepusCosplay]

I so desperately want to hear all of Superbia. I would pay top dollar to see it live, I’d pay top dollar to see any of Larson’s work live

[@ej3016]

thank you Andrew thank you Lin thank you Jonathon - “what are you going to do now” has been the reoccurring question in my life as my health has continued to decline - tried one thing and it nearly crippled me - tried another but there was literally no work available - tried a third and even though it was slowly destroying my health it was where I belonged - even though I can no longer work - each day is a privilege to wake up and ask “what can you do now” - thank you thank you thank you for reminding us we are not the only ones looking for the answer to this question 💕💕💕 now I’m going to figure how to watch tick, tick, BOOM 🙏

[@Faycalboukert]

I can’t forget this Movie Andrew Garfield is the best Actor i was crying watching this movie in some scenes wow such masterpiece 😭😭❤️❤️ Wait for more movies with Andrew Garfield

[@gracexiao1140]

julie oh is so well-spoken and gorgeous omg

[@Amynats]

Andrew Garfield really deserves that awards 🥺👍👍 and this film is just next level 👏👏👏👏👏

[@umeshuchu]

aaaand i'm in tears again. thank you for this precious look into the process of creating tick tick boom.

[@bethaniie_]

Will never get tired of this, I'm so happy the movie was able to happen. And thank you so much to Julie Larson :)

[@liam_riley]

Andrew Garfield has been in way too many movies with an American accent that I keep getting whiplash when I remember that he's british

[@IceNineThrills]

I know, this is the first time I've heard him talk without an American accent and in my head I'm like, "Since when was Andrew Garfield British?!"

[@sasageyo1166]

the best movie I've seen in a long time. It is a very emotional film. The cast is amazing and plays the role very well!!

[@dinystyles918]

I will never get over how beautiful this movie is, I will never get tired of watching it over and over again. Every second is just absolutely amazing and beautiful❤ I'm incredibly thankful that I got to know Jonathan Larson's story in such magnificent way, I love this movie with my entire heart❤

[@cody.da.weirdo]

I just keep thinking of Johnathan Larson, the creator of the musical of the 90s decade (Rent), looking down at Lin Manuel Miranda, the creator of the musical of the 2000s decade (Hamilton) and finally being seen.

[@alexsghostcookie7911]

he is so brilliant in this movie, he is such an incredible actor and is criminally underrated. im so grateful he was able to bring this person back to life, he needs an oscar already🤧

[@gracebonifabulous]

I wept through the whole movie, makes sense I cried through this...

[@jlugoholt]

The movie is really touching and Andrew was outstanding, he really channeled Jon, you can tell with his sister words and man, Lin-Manuel is really great in what he does. I think the movie was made with all the cast and production team it had to be.

[@patrix3567]

I've watched the movie countless now, and it became my favorite musical film. This movie speaks reality and hope. I wish I could be part of this amazing team someday. They're so fun and welcoming to Watch how much more in person. Congrats to everyone of you for making this masterpiece.💋

[@heathers.9740]

I LOVED the movie. Everyone did great in this. So glad they honored JL this way.

[@shellyjustice7227]

This film was the film of the year... and the day to day struggles to produce a film became the musical show Larson wrote... collecting songs, old videos and journals that Jonathan had became a film... I love it. 💘

[@leech1219]

first movie as a director? this is tooooo well made! Good Job! That all i can say.