*DIE HARD* First Time Watching MOVIE REACTION

Enjoy my reaction to the movie Die Hard (1988)! John McClane tries to save his wife and others from Hans Gruber during a Christmas party at the Nakatomi Plaza in Los Angeles.
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00:40 Die Hard Reaction
21:24 Die Hard Movie Review
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[@jenmurrayxo]

Christmas Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLQHhQlj8i5dr_-y1rBcRf8JdB98JlfbdR

[@NecropsY1]

Theres no debate its 100% a Christmas movie

[@haissem8]

By that logic so is Batman Returns, On Her Majesty's Secret Service and Rocky IV yet no one ever mentions them.

[@TheManFromUNCLEIllya]

@@haissem8 that’s not correct. Sorry. Why Die Hard is considered a Christmas film whereas your offerings do not is because of numerous reasons. And not just because it is set at that time of the year. Reasons such as the plot requires it to be Christmas for the party to be happening, for John Maclean to be over to see his wife and children, for the lack of police on the street leading to the office bound cop having to respond to the call among the main points. If it wasn’t for being set at Christmas all the variables wouldn’t have come together. The party wouldn’t be happening and John Maclean wouldn’t be there for starters.

[@Githerax]

@@TheManFromUNCLEIllya Incorrect. It doesn't require the party to be happening; it requires the money to be in the vault which was the whole point. It doesn't require a lack of police; in fact, Gruber's plan requires the police to arrive in order for the power to get cut and open the vault. You could just as well say "it's a limo movie; he's picked up by a limo, a limo hits the getaway ambulance; and they drive away in a limo." You see, what you are doing is falling into the logical fallacy 'correlation proves causation'. A Christmas party is taking place and is stopped because a robbery is happening, but instead of seeing that it is a robbery movie, you think it's a christmas movie. It's the same logical trap that evolutionists fall into; 'these animals look similar to each other therefore they're related'.

[@timothymoyer2201]

No Doubt . My fav. Christmas movie.

[@ALavaPenguin]

The only way this is not a Christmas movie you would have to disqualify it for reasons that would also disqualify tons of movies that are not even debated and well considered by virtually everyone to be Christmas movies as well. If you use equal weights and measures, it is a Christmas movie or we have to redefine most of the Christmas movie canon, although given that most Christmas movies have nothing to do with Christmas [The birth of Jesus Christ] maybe that would be a wise thing to do. But, under the current standard of what makes a Christmas movie, it has to be or almost none are.

[@kenrobinsphotography9200]

"This guy looks like a bad guy, for sure." That's Alexander Godunov, former principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet in the Soviet Union until he defected to the United States. He also played an Amish farmer in 'Witness' with Harrison Ford. Enjoy your reviews!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh wow!

[@travelchic908]

@@putinscat1208 He was great in The Money Pit. I remember I was in high school when I heard he died. I couldn't believe it.

[@primary2630]

"If this is their idea of Christmas, I gotta be here for New Years!" haha, love this movie. So many great lines.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Totally quotable! ☺

[@vicjr74]

Great reaction. To me this is definitely a Christmas movie. Alan Rickman was one of my favorite villins in any movie. FYI, this was his first movie role. Until then he was a stage actor. There's an old saying. It's not Christmas until Hans Gruber fall off the Nakatomi building. Yippee-Kai-yay!

[@jenmurrayxo]

I love that saying! ☺ Didn't know it was his first movie role, fun fact!

[@MsAppassionata]

He wasn’t, strictly speaking, just a stage actor. He also appeared in quite a few television series, the most famous one probably being “The Barchester Chronicles” (in which he plays the rather slimy Obadiah Slope).

[@coreyhendricks9490]

One Of The Best Christmas-Action Films Ever Made

[@jenmurrayxo]

I really loved it!! ☺🎄

[@Dr3amtime]

Yippy-ki-yay! If you'd like another fun Alan Rickman movie and you haven't seen Galaxy Quest yet, you should add that to your list. Even more enjoyable if you have some familiarity with the original Star Trek series.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh I do want to watch that!

[@CCFONESOL]

Quigley Down Under

[@AaronHorrocks]

@@jenmurrayxo And Galaxy Quest is free on KZbin movies! xd kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIKqZ3mao7KgorM

[@michaelriddick7116]

Galaxy Quest is amazing!! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@ArgonTheAware]

Of, course it is, besides a Christmas party, Die Hard even has a Christmas Miracle in it with Ode to Joy playing as the vault opens that is full of Christmas Spirit. After all people say "It's not Christmas until Hans Gruber falls off the Nakatomi Plaza"

[@madeincda]

It's definitely a Christmas movie Jen. The plot was based on the fact it needed to happen during the Christmas party. Had John not been invited to the party he wouldn't have been there. And the terrorists needed those hostages and Takagi to carry out their plans. It was the most convenient time for them to attack. Love your reactions!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you! Glad you're enjoying ☺

[@SchulzEricT]

@@jenmurrayxo Also: about bringing an estranged family together. Her name is Holly. I mean, it's not a *traditional* Christmas movie, but saying it's not a Christmas movie is like saying "Grosse Pointe Blank" or "Mr Right" isn't a RomCom; it's a Christmas movie. In a similar vein - "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang" is another Christmas/action movie; I'd *highly* recommend it. It's skews much funnier. It's not a big movie, unfortunately, so if you're looking to go for a much more well-known classic movie to grow your channel, it's not that. But it's very funny, very fun, and I'm confident you'll enjoy it. It stars Robert Downey Jr and a few others you may recognize. (Also, it may not grow your channel like a Game of Thrones or MCU react, but nobody else is doing KKBB - as far as I know - so maybe it'd help more than I think; everybody who likes it would be a lot more likely to find your channel since nobody else is doing it.)

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

@@SchulzEricT Kiss kiss Bang Bang is the movie that got Robert Downey Jr. the role of Iron Man. As Stan Lee would say….’Nuff Said!

[@hanng1242]

That, and it is about an estranged couple falling back in love with each other through a shared ordeal and reconciling.

[@waterbeauty85]

A couple of bits of trivia. The first one's cute. The second is a cool historical reference. When 'Die Hard' first came out, one reviewer described Reginald VelJohnson's character Al Powell as "Teddy-bear-like." I loved that because his is so lovable. According the official lore of the British Army's 57th Regiment of Foot, use of the term "die hard" to denote someone who, against all reason, refuses to give up originated in 1811 at the Battle of Albuera. The 57th was in imminent danger of being overrun by the French, and their Col. William Inglis was seriously wounded by grapeshot in the chest. Inglis refused to be evacuated from the battlefield and remained with his men, determined to hold to the last. As the 57th fought desperately to hold against the enemy, Inglis scouted to his men "Die hard, 57th, die hard!" Despite heavy losses, they managed to hold their ground until the British were finally able to send reinforcements and drive the French away. Afterwards, the french commander, Marshal Soult, complained "You cannot defeat such troops. I had penetrated their center. I had turned their flank. They were beaten. The day was mine. But they did not know how to run away!" and the 57th have been nicknamed "The Die Hards" ever since. There's evidence that the term "die hard" actually predates that battle, but it remains an extremely motivating and inspiring story, and the courage of 57th on that day was for real.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Interesting, I was waiting where the title came from!

[@fredlandry6170]

The fear on Alan Rickman’s face was genuine, the stunt people said they would drop him from 40 feet on the mat on the count of three but they dropped him on one.🤣

[@Gravydog316]

that's BS I'd demand a pay raise for that crap

[@pwmel1]

So . . . Karl . . . the long haired blond bad guy was Alexander Godunov. He was a famous ballet dancer who defected from Russia and later became an American citizen. He was also in the movie Witness. He died in 1995 at age 47. :-(

[@wesleyrodgers886]

Mr Rickman. Falling from the window. Was supposed to be dropped on the 3 count. He was surprised as they dropped him on 2...

[@jenmurrayxo]

Ohhh that's tricky!

[@orarinnsnorrason4614]

I love this movie. I watch it around Christmas every year. Alan Rickman was an awesome and memorable villain. I miss Alan he was such a wonderful actor. Edit: Die Hard 2 takes place at Christmas too, and the same song plays as the credit rolls.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Omg... I didn't know he passed away 😔 Amazing actor!

[@orarinnsnorrason4614]

@@jenmurrayxo Yeah. He passed away 2016.

[@lordofchaosinc.261]

@@film-maniac Also Snape. He made those movies worth watching.

[@orarinnsnorrason4614]

@@film-maniac Yeah he was an awesome actor. Dogma, Hichhikers Guide love em.

[@orarinnsnorrason4614]

Almost forgot. He was also in one of the best Christmas movies too, Love Actually.

[@galaxytraveler5779]

Well i sure hope it's a 'Christmas movie', because ive been watching it every Christmas for years 😂

[@RealBLAlley]

"This guy looks like a bad guy, for sure." A Premier dancer for the Bolshoi Ballet.

[@drumaticpageofmusic4148]

“What’s he making?” *blows a multiple story hole into a building*

[@george217]

The computer guy actually survived and became a Texas Ranger with Chuck Norris...

[@jenmurrayxo]

🤯🤯

[@stephg3054]

Haha I love this as a Christmas movie now! Thanks for the fun Jen and love your fashion and Christmas spirit 🎄

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks Steph!! ☺🎄 You are a sweetheart & an amazing editor -- peeps give it up for the awesome and talented editor of this vid!! 👏👏👏

[@_Foehammer]

It and up

[@nealturner7348]

Great edits. You go, girl. Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅⛄❄🎁

[@Cybertron-cs7sk]

@@jenmurrayxo Nice hat although I think it would fit your dog better!

[@mr.a8315]

Fab editing, Steph. ✂♥👍

[@jonanderson559]

The limitless supply of bullets is a very 80s thing! But just because he's not often mentioned, I have to give some love to Paul Gleason as the police chief. If you wanted a blowhard authority figure in your movie, you called Paul, because nobody did that character better - the nasty teacher in The Breakfast Club, the shady security guy in Trading Places, the corrupt cop in Miami Blues... just seeing him in a supporting role makes me smile.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh yes The Breakfast Club that's where I know him from! Thanks!

[@SSand4]

Yes, Hans Gruber is indeed played by the late, lamented Alan Rickman. One of the most distinct voices and versatile actors in the world. He's played heroes, villains, and morally gray characters alike. He is and shall be missed. That exploded like that because that was a pretty big brick of C4, he put several detonator caps into it, and CRTs in general and those old phospher PC monitors in particular retain a sizable electric charge; if you've ever seen anyone work on classic Macs with a screen inside, you've seen them carefully discharge the CRT before taking it out; so he used the residual charge of the monitor that was active until just then set of the detonators in the C4. "Bad guy from the Goonies" Yeah, Robert Davi; he was also the main villain in License to Kill. Al is played by Reginald val Johnson, who's better known as Carl Winslow from Family Matters. Also the smarmy TV reporter also played Walter Peck, the EPA douch from Ghostbusters.

[@Drforrester31]

Die Hard 2 is worth watching if only to get to Die Hard: With a Vengeance! And while people do love to call Die Hard a Christmas movie it's definitely one you can watch any time of the year. Also, got a major laugh out of John's feet getting a low-key MVP, very deserved

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lol thanks! ☺ I definitely want to watch the sequels! 👍

[@maingun07]

I saw _Lethal Weapon_ right before I went into the service and _Die Hard_ right after I got to my unit. Martin Riggs, John McClane, and myself had one thing in common. All three of us carried the Beretta 92. I loved that pistol so much that after I got out I bought a Beretta 96. It wasn't until just now that I realized that the shoulder rig I used for many years is the same as the one that McClane wears. So either I'm a poser wannabe or the movie makers had good taste in firearms. I'm going for option B.

[@tommywalker3746]

I hated my stupid berreta The 320 fixed all the problems

[@tfpp1]

Besides Galaxy Quest, another good Alan Rickman movie he’s in (though it’s more of an “ensemble” cast), is Love Actually.

[@jenmurrayxo]

I've seen Love Actually but not Galaxy Quest! Keep getting recommended it 👍

[@andrewblanchard2398]

16:36 that explosion was so big that it caused an AD to play 😂

[@PatrickDillman]

Now it's Christmas!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lol I look forward to next year when I can say that ☺

[@milescoburn1845]

@@jenmurrayxo "Die Hard 2 - Die Harder" is also a Christmas movie.

[@humanvideosponge4529]

The "Ewwwwww his bloody feet!" part. I watched that over and over and laughed more every time! 🤣

[@EricPalmerBlog]

Saw this in the theater. If you only see this DH movie, it stands on it's own for sure. Keep up the great work. Now you know, next year, to have Die Hard themed Christmas decorations.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lol for sure! ☺

[@blacksheep8427]

Love that tiny Santa hat.

[@frankcalderas7119]

"I'm not a smoker, except for weed" Me too! LOL Thanks for your honesty.

[@geraldtodd6633]

Good reactions Jen. There are 4 more Die Hard movies, 2, 3, and 4 are good, 5 not so much. Die Hard 2 also takes place at Christmas time. Since you enjoyed this one, you will enjoy the next one also. You watch the movies and many of us will enjoy watching them with you. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you! Will definitely check out the next movies 👍 Merry Christmas 🎄

[@ashbysmith1723]

This is my tenth of your videos I've watched today. I'm trying to get through them all. Really really enjoying them. You are amazing.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks Ashby! ☺️👍

[@darkforestcinema]

There are sequels. Die Hard 2: Die Harder, Die Hard with a Vengeance, Live Free or Die Hard, and A Good Day to Die Hard. They are decent . There are also 4 Lethal Weapon Films. Good stories. First one starts around the holidays like this film too.

[@basecode8]

It opens and closes with Christmas songs, so it is a Christmas movie.

[@NerdJared]

Yes! The music! Thank you for mentioning that! It goes unnoticed in this film.

[@rayharley597]

This is literally the only christmas movie I never fail to watch on christmas. I mean everyone knows christmas can't start until Hans Gruber has fallen from the Nakatomi building, don't they? :-) Last year I was only a few seconds off; was WAY more pleased with myself than is likely healthy ;-) kerk hiraeth, Scotland

[@milescoburn1845]

Great reactions, Jen! And yes, it's a Christmas movie. My only problem with the movie is when Karl "wakes up" on the stretcher at the end. 1) He lost his rifle when John and Karl are fighting hand-to-hand, and 2) EMTs WOULD NOT place a weapon on the stretcher with the passenger. But it serves the purpose in the movie to allow Al to finally be able to draw his gun again. I think are five movies in the franchise. But beginning with "Die Hard With a Vengence", John starts becoming a "superhero" / "superman" kind of protagonist. In the first two, he's an everyman who has been put in extraordinary circumstances. Don't get me wrong, the second (another Christmas movie) and third (a summer movie) are good movies. But from then on, watching the rest of the franchise is kind of iffy. I've only watched the fourth and fifth installments only once each, if that means anything. Just as an FYI, John McTiernan also directed 1987's Arnold Schwarzenegger film, "Predator", and 1990's Alec Baldwin / Sean Connery film, "The Hunt For Red October".

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh I didn't even notice him on the stretcher!

[@Col_Fragg]

@@jenmurrayxo Karl is not on a stretcher. After the explosion, he wakes up, frees himself and makes his way out of the building. He conceals his gun under blanket or a jacket that he found laying around. I just checked the Blu-Ray we never see Karl laying down on a stretcher. I don't know where that idea came from.

[@RraMakutsi]

@@Col_Fragg Yes... I always assumed that he got free when the roof explosion happened. It must have caused the chain he was hanging from to fall or loosen up.

[@travelchic908]

I think Hans Gruber is the only movie villain I ever wanted to see get away haha. Alan Rickman was so perfect and brought the film to another level. Do you watch Brooklyn Nine Nine? The lead character Jake is obsessed with Die Hard. It's so funny if you're a fan of the movie as there are so many Die Hard references throughout the series. This review was super cute and fun (love the hat too lol!)

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you! ☺ Such a fun movie! Alan Rickman was awesome!! I saw season 1 of Brooklyn 99 years ago but been meaning to rewatch & now I'll get the references lol 😆👍

[@travelchic908]

It's worth it😂 It's a super funny show and the Die Hard references are endless lol. One of my faves was "You once took a train to Toronto to get a Canadian VHS copy of Die Hard!".. "I heard it had better sound quality!" 🤣 I'm from Toronto and have actually taken a train to NYC... That's a 10hr+ trip one way hahaha You'll definitely enjoy all the references now ☺️

[@DoctorStagger]

Your cute little head shaking left to right at 19.44 is adorable when played at double speed. 🤭🥰

[@shawnbridges8703]

Loved the tiny Santa hat. I really want one of my own. Also, the low-key co-award to John’s feet was an excellent call.

[@havok6280]

It makes me feel ancient when reactors recognize Hans Gruber as Snape but don't recognize Al as Carl Winslow...

[@jenmurrayxo]

I did lol but it didn't make the cut! I said 'hey that's Carl Winslow from the Urkel show'! TGIF in the 90s babyyyy lol

[@havok6280]

@@jenmurrayxo that helps. Not ancient. Just very old...;) We are so happy... we do the dance of joy...

[@colormedubious4747]

It absolutely IS a Christmas movie. Christmas drives the entire plot. The bad guys planned their robbery for the night of the Christmas party. McLane goes to L.A. to join his wife for Christmas. No Christmas = no movie.

[@Xoferif]

Gremlins (1984) is my favourite Christmas movie! Now that's festive! =)

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh yes this didn't win my Christmas poll but I want to see it too! 👍

[@SpicyTurk]

The cutest reactor with another great reaction

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you! You too ☺

[@Ladco77]

Bruce Willis doesn't age. He just loses hair.

[@jenmurrayxo]

& still looks good! 👌

[@TheMadMurf]

I love the little Santa hat! 😂♥

[@dougwoody332]

So was I the only one completely obsessed with that tiny Santa hat?

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lollllll ☺

[@GoddessGirl2121]

There are a total of four Die Hard sequels but only the second one takes place at Christmas; they’re all still a fun adrenaline rush though

[@spockjones1521]

You've quickly become one of my fave reactors. Hard to pin down why, you are just fun and funny and wear your heart on your sleeve. Keep it up!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you so much! ☺️👍

[@Mr59Kenzo]

main bad guy is Severus Snape Alan Rickman the director McTiernan, tricked Rickman on the fall at the end l so that Alan would look actually scared. Heard it in a behind the scenes vid. enjoying your channel Jen good work.Alo this was Rickman's first bad guy role in a holly Wood film

[@antoineporche-rideaux4841]

the actress that played holly is the aunt of the actor who was the star of home alone

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh fun fact! 👍

[@antoineporche-rideaux4841]

the song the limo driver was playing was christmas in hollis by hip hop legends & rock & roll hall of famers run dmc

[@jenmurrayxo]

It's like that & that's the way it is! HUH! ☺

[@MrGpschmidt]

Totes a Christmas movie! :D One of the best action films ever - cemented Bruce WIllis as a movie star and Alan Rickman's film debut (!) as filmdom;s greatest villain. Fun fact: Rickman was harrnessed for his stunt fall and they said they'd drop him on a 3 count and lied and dropped him on 1 so his reaction is truly of horror :D Fun reaction Jen : D

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks George! ☺️👍

[@Blue-ws1io]

Liked the rating concepts and even giving them awards.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh thanks! I think it's fun ☺👍

[@daveking9393]

I can't wait till you get to the third one. It's great because it takes the best of one and the best of two for my dramatic point of view and combines them to a great story and a lot of great action. Keep up the great work. Really enjoy spending some time watching these again with you. You do a great job editing and it makes the time fly by. Thanks so much again!

[@TheWebcrafter]

17:38 - Jen: "FBI... you Idiots." Funny.

[@Otokichi786]

A naive KZbin viewer is about to enter the Die Hard Zone.;) Get into Argyle's limousine for a ride to the Nakatomi Plaza building and the Christmas Party From Hell. It's an interesting "Christmas Cake" recipe: Take one "TV guy," add a stage actor, fold in a script worthy of Action movies of the time, bake in an improvised oven over flaming C4, and garnish with 9mm bullets. "Detective John McClane" is iconic because: He isn't a "Rambo clone," takes damage, has moments of fear/humor/introspection, has a working class background, and is "falling down tired" by the last quarter of the movie. So, "It isn't Christmas until 'Hans Gruber' falls off the Nakatomi Plaza building.";) Finally, a song that (sorta) fits the movie: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYqrnZh8e82ffM0

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lollll

[@doubledanny2792]

Happy 420 jen ups i mean happy Christmas "Now i have a bong Ho-Ho-Ho"

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lollllll ☺ 🪴

[@charlest.velten6983]

I hope Saving Private Ryan, Scarface, Exorcist, Psycho and many other classics. From the 50's to the 70's you'll be reacting to in the near future. Stay safe and be well !

[@jenmurrayxo]

Saving Private Ryan coming this week! ☺👍

[@marcuszaja6589]

The surprise in Alan Rickman's face when he starts falling was genuine. They released him on two - not three :o).

[@Pandaemoni]

Glad to take you from 999 to 1,000 "Likes." Now I'm off to continue binging your reactions.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks Kurt!! ☺👍

[@martinboyle9163]

There are those who say Die Hard is a Christmas movie, and there are those who are wrong.

[@frankrossi6972]

The Christmas movie debate always has been fraudulent. ANY film you watch around Christmastime can be a Christmas movie to you. Growing up in the ‘70s, when the three alphabet networks showed old movies regularly, several were shown around the holidays regularly, even though they had no explicit Christmas themes, e.g., “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,” “Mary Poppins,” and the “Wizard of Oz.” In the past two decades, I’ve heard of some people watching the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy around Christmastime, which I’d be onboard for, and I’m sure others watch the Harry Potter series too, as Christmas pops up now and then throughout those films. A UHF station when I was growing up in Chicago showed Marx Bros. films on New Year’s Eve, into New Year’s Day as a marathon, so I associate them with New Year’s. My problem is with those who suggest that just because a film’s plot takes place iaround Christmastime, that automatically makes it a Christmas movie and that it can’t be argued. As I said, it’s all subjective----but I also disagree that this criterion for judging Christmas movies is an absolute.

[@stonecoldku4161]

"Is this move sponsored by Coke?" Both kinds apparently. I think Ellis asked for some Coke, but I'm not sure the drink was what he was hoping for.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Didn't notice this joke but its gold!!

[@worldrummer]

So I just watched your die hard 2 presuming I've seen this, and you said this was a super old one. So here I am to actually watch it. :)

[@danielmorency2242]

There are 5 Die Hards... With number 2 being another "Christmas Movie". The third is really great (my favourite). The fourth is so-so, and the fifth is not so good. The Lethal weapon series (4 films) are all pretty good Die Hard-like movies, with plenty of action and characters you just get really attached to. You'll love those as well...

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh yes I want to see those too! 👍

[@ar47yrr4p]

Sad to hear but it was announced a couple weeks ago that Bruce Willis was diagnosed with aphasia. Which apparently he's had for a little while now. His family has announced that because of this he is retiring from acting. This is really sad news. He is a great actor and I love his movies! For those that don't know, aphasia is a disorder that affects the ability to understand language and communicate... "Aphasia is a disorder that results from damage to portions of the brain that are responsible for language. For most people, these areas are on the left side of the brain. Aphasia usually occurs suddenly, often following a stroke or head injury, but it may also develop slowly, as the result of a brain tumor or a progressive neurological disease. The disorder impairs the expression and understanding of language as well as reading and writing. Aphasia may co-occur with speech disorders, such as dysarthria or apraxia of speech, which also result from brain damage."

[@bemasaberwyn55]

A few other unconventional holiday films I'd also suggest are Die Hard 2: Die Harder, Lethal Weapon, Ghostbusters 2, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and Batman Returns

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh definitely want to see those! 👍

[@bemasaberwyn55]

@@jenmurrayxo the sequel of this wasn't directed by the same guy but it is as funny as this one. Lethal Weapon launched that series. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang was directed by Shane Black and stars a pre Iron Man RDJ. Batman Returns was the 1992 follow up to Tim Burton's Batman released 3 years later(ironically the same year Ghostbusters 2 was released)

[@SanJoseBob]

It ain’t Christmas until I see Hans Gruber falling off the Nakatomi Bldg. Ho-Ho-Ho!….. SanJoséBob

[@vwlssnvwls3262]

I saw this the week it released. I liked it so much I saw it two more times the same day, once with my friend, then with him and his girlfriend. This movie redefined action movies, and made Bruce Willis an action star. Before this he was known for comedy, notably a t.v. comedy series called "Moonlighting"

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh that must have been a blast to see in theaters!!👍👍

[@youssefverse]

Finally got around to seeing your review! DIE HARD is still the greatest action movie ever committed to film. And yes, it really is a Christmas movie. And here's why: from a very basic screenwriting perspective, John McClane would never have come to L.A. and Nakatomi Plaza if it weren't for the Xmas Eve party invite he was sent in the first place. And yes, it takes place on CHRISTMAS EVE! Very happy you presented this review in the film's correct Panavision widescreen ratio!

[@mhagain]

The can of Coke is obviously because Ellis asked for some coke. That joke is often missed.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Omg yep I missed it. That's amazing 👏

[@user-yy5ql5mh3z]

So Glad You Liked This Jen. This Is My Fav Film It's Not a Christmas Movie It's Thee Christmas Movie.... It's Not Christmas Until You see DIE HARD

[@antoineporche-rideaux4841]

die hard isa christmas movie since part of the story revolves around a christmas party and john coming out to l.a. to see his family

[@stoneyp3748]

Alright, Im loving your reactions...knocking them out the park EVEERRRYYYY time!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you so much! Glad you're enjoying! ☺

[@torikazuki8701]

For the time, John Maclaine was a very down to earth & 'mortal' action hero. They also did pay much more attention to reloading than typical movies from that era. ^_^ Now for those who came to this film following Bruce Willis' role on the show, "Moonlighting", there is an homage to that show here. One of the tropes in the series was that Bruce Willis & Cybil Shepherd's characters would often verbally spar by talking over each other. When John first gets to the tower, he & Holly do exactly that. Very cute. The film was again, realistic compared to films of the time, in terms of the challenges John had to face. The only stunt that still really gets to me is when his Gun-Belt breaks & he's suddenly freefalling down the shaft, falls about 20ft, then catches the lip of the duct with his fingers. Sorry, no, just no. With all that velocity built up, his sweaty fingers would have slipped right off & down Maclaine would have gone. Hans & his Team would have then won! Poor Hans. He was cheated. :-(

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

That tiny hat is just killing me. ;-) I put mine on (actual size) for the post but it's way too hot down here in Florida so I'm sticking with the flashing Christmas lights necklace. ... More importantly, the film is super-fun but, somewhat controversially, I don't consider it a true "Christmas movie" only because it's not about Christmas. It's an action caper set during the holiday season but not really about the holiday. I know, I know. People disagree with me all the time but if the only requirement for a film to be considered a Christmas movie is that it's set in November or December (or at the scene of a holiday party) then anything from "Lethal Weapon" and "Gremlins" to "Trading Places" and "Iron Man 3" would also be considered Christmas movies. All set during December, some containing holiday parties and none about Christmas... at all. Just my two pennies. I might also add that my birthday is the 26th and that makes me an expert. Don't argue with me. ;-) Happy Holidays to everyone (especially if you're still reading this).

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lolllll that's fair! To each their own & this is a controversial topic lol! ☺ Thanks for watching with me & Happy Holidays! 🎄

[@Patriiiiick]

I was 7 minutes into this video before I noticed the miniature santa hat.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lolll well it's very tiny ☺

[@Patriiiiick]

@@jenmurrayxo It's the kind of tiny hat i'm used to seeing on a beautiful little dog or cat!

[@andrewbirrell2176]

Amazing movie and the 2nd and 3rd and 4th are also great. And yes it's a Christmas movie

[@johnny9000]

I love a good Christmas party, to bad it always gives you such a mess. 🎅🏻❄️

[@jonowhitney5515]

Love your Santa hat 🧑‍🎄

[@kevinerose]

Your santa hat is so cute!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks! ☺

[@yudicreativeartstudio6279]

04:22 i just realize, that Oreo can be explode

[@williamjones6031]

1. Karl/Alexander Godunov(RIP) also played in "The Money Pit" with Tom Hanks and "Witness" with non Indiana/Solo Harrison Ford. He had a very interesting story. 2. Robinson/Paul Gleason(RIP) seems to always play buttheads. I.e. "Trading Places" and "The Breakfast Club". 3. Another fun Willis movie that have similar events is "The Last Boy Scout". They drop more F-bombs than any movie besides "Scarface'. Including a little girl.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Witness lost my 80's Drama Poll but I still want to watch it! 👍

[@myoung7654]

Great reaction Miss Murray 👍 Now you've seen the ultimate Xmas double bill, It's a Wonderful Life and Die Hard 😁 Please watch both DH 2&3 either for your channel or yourself. Both are great action movies. 4&5, not so much.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks! Def want to keep going with the sequels 👍

[@apollyon9-11]

Had no idea you watched die hard till ,the die hard 2 came up , merry Christmas,I'm playing catch up

[@alefnull]

"i'm not a smoker. except for weed." subscribed.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lollll ☺👍🪴

[@conureron3792]

The stupid chief of police played a key bit role in Trading Places - another Christmas movie, with Eddie Murphy.

[@gaittr]

Jen is the greatest woman ever born. I'm just being silly, but she is very good at what she does. Thanks for the review Jen.

[@joem3051]

Greetings from New Jersey. Happy belated New Year. Hope your 2022 is off to a good start. Really enjoyed your reaction to this one. This is a true 80’s classic and one of my favorites. Die Hard 2 also takes place on Christmas so you might want to give that one a try as well. Look forward to seeing more reactions on here. Take care. ❤️💜

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thank you! I'd like to do Die Hard 2 in the future 😎👍

[@Billy01113]

On the one side there are those who claim Die Hard is a christmas movie and then there are those on the other side, who are wrong 😜

[@jenmurrayxo]

Lollll ☺ 🎄

[@corymccarty8603]

Great Reaction Jen. I loved it... As always. And ueah it's totally a Christmas Movie.

[@antoineporche-rideaux4841]

also the actor who played theo played a texas ranger on the show walker texas ranger with chuck norris

[@groothewanderer3710]

You mentioned the scar on McClaine's shoulder@8:07. It's a real scar. The scar on Bruce Willis' right shoulder is from a surgery due to complications from a broken arm when he was age 17.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh crazy!

[@jeffdetmer4681]

Jen. Don't know if you will see this. Not sure how far back you read. Anyway in case you do read this there is indeed another, in fact there is a 2nd and 3rd. Both of them have as much action as this one.

[@Milleniumlance]

23:05 there are 5 movies

[@NathanMalnaa]

9:38 that was an accident, the stunmam just missed the grab but they liked the shot so they left it in lol

[@UKMessi1]

i agree with you with the worst being the COKE head 😆

[@muchpeacemuchlove]

The blonde guy was a famous ballet dancer : ) Diehard 2 is good but Diehard 3 is so much better : ) Check out READY PLAYER ONE for a wild ride!

[@jenmurrayxo]

Oh I do want to see that!

[@hanng1242]

Although not as good as the original, "Die Hard II: Die Harder" (That is actually the tagline, believe it or not) and "Die Hard with a Vengeance" are worth watching. Skip all of the subsequent films.