Laundry and Taxes Scene | How It Emotionally Brutalized Me | Everything Everywhere All At Once

[@smoothjazzfails]

Waymond is a representation of “Don’t mistake my kindness for weakness.”

[@jasonlee148]

Men that are like Waymond cannot be more commonly seen in Asia, i bursted into tears in cinema because he reminded me so much of my old man. On the outside they appear beta like, but deep down they purposely choose to avoid falling into the loud, overpowering alpha archetype as a survival mechanism in society. The more mature an Asia man get the more they become like Waymond as there are more responsibilities on their shoulders, there is just way too much to lose.

[@chrisdavis2161]

NGL the line that destroyed me wasn't this one... it was when he said, "It's how I've learned to survive through everything. I know you see yourself as a fighter. Well, I see myself as one too. This is how I fight." I was like breh🥲🥲😭😭

[@ReicHHere]

True and it his continued skill on persuasion that saved them from the tax lady. And by the end his persuasion skill reminded Michelle Yeohs character of happy moments. Dude is a 100% skill check pass

[@cthulhuwu_]

@@chrisdavis2161 THIS is my favorite line, I think it's such a beautiful sentiment.

[@Soundaholic92]

@@chrisdavis2161 The beginning of the movie set us up for this so well too, when Evelyn said she kept fighting and fighting for the family while Waymond does nothing. By the end she realises he has been fighting this whole time too, just not in a way she realised

[@arthurmachabee3606]

In the universe where Evelyn and Waymond did not get married, while both their lives seem to have resulted in much financial success, their personal lives seem to be kind of unfulfilled... in other words, you could say that they lack... Joy in their lives 😏

[@debanshmishra7154]

Amazing!

[@tikthat6821]

Thank you for the synopsis

[@elgenetiamzon1062]

My favorite scene in the movie. It's probably the most memorable scene to me.

[@anthtan]

'In The Mood For Love' is a visually sumptuous, romantic-looking film, but the characters aren't happy, right? It has entered the movie-watching public's mind as a shorthand for romance, desire and tension. The two leads look great and everything. But the characters are frustrated and unhappy. And, yes, joy is absent. So, the reference is right on the mark.

[@Ironheart73]

And that is one of the messages. If there could be multiple versions of yourself across many parallel lives, not one of them will ever be perfect. But in all of them, you will always find something to love about. Even in a stupid world where people have hotdogs for fingers

[@jennywhite5531]

This is THE SCENE of this movie. I feel this sequence is what won him the Oscar and what won over so many people. Because it has so much heart and its so relatable. My husband and I had a major fight about finances right before we went to see this movie. I started SOBBING during this sequence. I felt my husband reach over and grip my hand and he was crying too. They were saying what we needed in that moment. I still look at him on bad days and say "laundry and taxes?" And he agrees. This is the iconic moment of this movie because it is life, for so many married couples just scraping by.

[@NathanLorenzana]

God, that is beautiful, thank you for sharing.

[@arcticgoddess]

I love your story so much ❤

[@SpringNotes]

Who's cutting onions here... Thank you for sharing your story.

[@capnchin]

I'm in tears omg

[@lkeke35]

I think sometimes people forget in the middle of the fighting that they're fighting BECAUSE they love them. They wouldnt be able to get on their nerves so badly if they didnt. And its a good thing when youre fighting with that person to just stop and remind yourself that you love them.

[@katherineheasley6196]

I love the reversal of the common trope of "woman saves man through the power of love" here. Waymond is unapologetically what the assholes would call a "beta male." His hyper-competent, ass-kicking Alpha Universe counterpart doesn't survive the movie because he's fighting the wrong way. The only way to fight against nihilism is with love. When Evelyn understands that - thanks to Waymond - she's able to save her daughter and the universe. Laundry and taxes and ordinary life are the true test of love. In the end, that's what saves them all.

[@TheMisfitPond]

That’s a beautiful and insightful observation! Thank you for sharing! ❤️

[@kodiejc4202]

Love this insight 👏

[@JasonJia909]

This is right on the money. In the end, it shows that kindness and tenderness are far more difficult to master than anger and violence. The message, deftly conveyed, is that anyone can be bitter and hateful, but true strength comes from being vulnerable.

[@catitude235]

running a laundromat and filing taxes are true tests of love.

[@brianng8350]

Good point and insight. I think Evelyn represent us or the world view. Normally, Alpha Waymond is the one that impresses the world - capable and assertive; this is the Waymond Evelyn is impressed with at the beginning of the movie. While husband Waymond is not outwardly impressive and actually looks weak in world view - baking cookies for the enemy seems like a submissive move. But the growth of Evelyn and hopefully for us as well is that he is able to do this because of his inner core strength and valves. Winning respect through quiet love and compassion.

[@mitchsn]

Just before this, his statement, "This is how I fight." With kindness, with compassion, with understanding. Blew me away.

[@michelesteele9054]

Same for me, how seeing the good side of things is strategic and necessary, how he’s survived ❤

[@humbertoreza4200]

Finally after thinking my way of thinking and being wasn’t being portrayed enough I came across this movie. I always knew there was a better for all being and existing to be. With love , compassion and patience

[@michelewonder5808]

Yes! It speaks so much to the negation of toxic masculinity and the “beta males” need to learn how to be vicious and merciless in his pursuit of redemption. I love the fact that Waymon gets to stay the exact character he was when he started the film. And in the end he was a hero all along, so beautiful!!

[@slilian4430]

I would translate Waymond's line as "if there is a next life, I would STILL CHOOSE to do taxes and open a laundry store with you." So this is even more touching since it felt like the line was said by the main universe Waymond after knowing all different possibilities.

[@arusu1806]

I think from Waymond, from this scene and moment that Evelyn experience, she was able to answer her daughter with those exact words.

[@user-tz9jh6pv2j]

Nah, it really doesn't change the meaning at all. And TBH, it's really clunky with a transliteration like that. The translation is more succinct and way better at conveying what it needs to convey. Also, you got the transliteration wrong. He doesn't say "I would STILL CHOOSE", 想 = want, not choose He says: "如果有來生，我還是想和你一起，報稅、開洗衣店 " which transliterates to: 如果有來生 = if there is a next life 我還是想和你一起 = i would still want to (with you) 報稅 = do taxes 開洗衣店 = open a laundromat It works well for Chinese, but definitely super clunky in english.

[@slilian4430]

@@user-tz9jh6pv2j You're right about my transliteration. But I still think there is a difference between "next life" and "another life".

[@MuseHathor]

@@user-tz9jh6pv2j actually, he said “如果有来生，我还是会选择和你一起，报税、开洗衣店” 还是会选择 - would still choose.

[@curiouslycurious1]

To chip in too, I think the translation you gave works well for those who grew up chinese and retained their chinese roots. Reincarnation is a uniquely chinese thing, hinduism has reincarnation too but i am not so sure if they use it in almost every single classics. Chinese classics such as 聊齋, 封神， 西游 uses the plot of reincarnation and next life heavily. The modern take on palace genre, coming from both hong kong and china (even korea) plays heavily into the use of reincarnation and next life. For chinese audience, it is easy to understand that not being with evelyn is waymond's biggest regret that he feels hopeless and see no chance of fulfilling it in his current life. The english subtitles convey that same meaning too for english audience who are more used to multiverse. The genre of multidimension is even older than einstein's theory of relativity or shroedinger's cat. I really do think in this case the producers did a great job to help audience from both chinese and english background understand waymond's regret.

[@RafitoOoO]

Just watched the movie alone in the middle of the night. After it ended I woke up my wife to tell her how much I love her. Waymond is the man.

[@yentingchen]

I did. the same

[@estevancarlos]

Same.

[@Godblesstaiwan2025]

sooo good ! 🥰🥰🥰

[@arcticgoddess]

Omg, you all made me tear up! 😂 I love that one of the Daniels' chief goals was to deconstruct the trope of the 'weak beta male' which Ke Huy Kwan does in spectacular fashion. Kindness is the new superpower..❤

[@themanwithnothingtolose]

I did the same, but to my Parents

[@ArvelDreth]

I think my favorite part about Waymond's character is that they didn't feel the need to give him an arc in order to have him become heroic via stereotypical masculinity. A lot of softer and more emotional male characters usually have some kind of arc where they become action heroes and that's how they show their worth to those around them. Waymond stays exactly the same the whole movie, and the whole time he was exactly who everyone around him needed him to be; a kind, patient, generous, loving goofball who solved problems with empathy and diplomacy instead of violence.

[@adiksaff]

Waymond is a healthy masculinity icon! Thank you for covering this scene!

[@Karlecai]

At the beginning of the scene I absolutely love how Waylon’s turns around to see what Evelyn is smiling at because he doesn’t think she can smile at him like that anymore and gets really happy when he realizes she’s looking at him

[@melissagola3786]

Oh Jesus I never realised that's why he looks behind him 😭😭

[@kalplays9922]

It's wild. I've always been taught--since childhood by my parents, teachers, etc.--to be kind to others. But not until this movie, has the raw concept of the value of kindness really hit home for me. As soon as the movie was finished, I felt compelled/inspired to tell my parents I loved them and to also to do something nice for them. After this movie, I go out and interact with strangers differently--with more patience and understanding. This movie gives such a strong case for WHY being kind is so important in society and interpersonal relationships. None of us know what's going on, we're all anxious at the thought of ultimately being alone, and we all have our own hangups and ways of coping with the realities of life. Be kind to each other because it's all we know how to keep on going.

[@elizabethquinn8477]

Thank you for highlighting this scene. This scene and Evelyn's final scene with Joy are the two that broke me. I was a blubbering mess. Luckily I was at a screening where Michelle Yeoh was there and I got to speak to her for a few minutes. What an elegant, lovely woman. I told her that this was the most beautiful, brilliant movie I've seen in ages and I started to choke up again. I said, "I'm sorry to be so emotional," and she immediately comforted me, grabbing my hand and saying, "But no. That's why we go to the movies." I will never forget that.

[@d1scolan858]

girl u know she never said tht💀

[@tikthat6821]

I feel you 😭

[@grownupgaming]

Maybe in one of the universes she did.

[@czowiek9625]

@@d1scolan858 nothing ever happens apparently

[@willowpets]

Cried through the whole video cuz this scene is so powerful. I think the hug scene is even more powerful when you consider Waymond’s perspective - all he’s wanted for years is for his wife to truly see him again, and he’s been waiting so patiently for that to happen, and we can see in his face the relief and euphoria and sadness coming out the moment she hugs him.

[@ppjctotoro]

Augh, well said!

[@lkeke35]

The scene where he tells her his joyfulness is a deliberate and necessary tactic of living in this world is the scene that always makes me start blubbering. I absolutely cannot help it, as I made the decision to live as much of my life like that a long time ago, and wish I'd made that decision even sooner. Later we see her put Waymond's words into actual practice as she goes on to say much the same thing to her daughter, that what matters i the time they have with each other.

[@sayjaibao01188]

Kindness was Waymonds super power and source of strength.

[@markwilliams3174]

Yes. Thanks for reinforcing this point. He said "Most people think I'm weak....." dialogue. It was incredible.

[@EroticOnion23]

I'm confused by that, does that mean he's faking it?...🤔

[@NettleAbsentmindedly]

​@@EroticOnion23 No, it's just that living with joy requires constant work. So he chose to put in that work

[@Ironheart73]

Waymond is a testament that nice guys do not always finish last. As he puts it, if he is kind, if he is always positive, it is STRATEGIC. Its how multiple versions of himself survived the hardship of every universe he is in. His kindness is his enlightenment. Its his weapon to fight all that is negative. Its what empowered Evelyn, its also what saved their business and marriage. When you reflect on all that, it is our unwillingness to be kind is what fucks up this world that we have. it is what triggers hate crimes, wars, famine, etc. Instead of destroying each other, why dont we help our own species survive and thrive?

[@ApexGale]

It's especially true considering the business Waymond we see. Evelyn is immediately mean to him without even realizing it. She says "you're supposed to be poor" and he responds kindly with "I guess I got lucky." He doesn't brag about how he did it, he doesn't try to impress her. He waves it off as pure luck, staying humble.

[@Ironheart73]

@@ApexGale Yeah, we need more Waymonds in this world more than Andrew Tates

[@bambi0607]

Interesting fact from the Daniels themselves: The scene at 4:54 when Evelyn is recalling her times with her husband, she acted all this out opposite NO ONE! The Daniels simply gave her context & minor directions for that scene, shone the light on her face & Michelle ran with it! She gave this INCREDIBLE PERFORMANCE! 😦 A small example of how BRILLIANT & AMAZING she was in this movie!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 She truly deserves an Oscar for this film!

[@catherinec.9802]

Wow!

[@AndreinaGarban]

Just that scene shows the huge display of emotions! Michelle is BRILLIANT! I'm happy she won because her performance is an extraordinaire gift of many talents!

[@user-rl3lu8rt7r]

This is crazy bc her face makes me cry so much bc of all the emotion in her eyes. Bravo to her

[@jonalee5262]

That one line utterly destroyed everyone, everywhere, all at once. The fact that the movie progressed far enough to the point where it just emotionally affected people the way it did was insane.

[@Grebanche]

The before Laundry and Taxes too is very good. About him not being naive but choses kindness as his strategy to survive. Somehow I feel seen by that statement.

[@kisslena]

That slayed me… I was already crying before “laundry and taxes”. Loving with true empathy is also subjecting yourself to facing pain and disappointment with the faith that love still conquers all. And it does, but it costs being hurt and neglected which is what was happening to Waymond. When business Waymond said the line about how he fights, I started crying. Then Waymond’s tearful plea to “Be Kind”. I was already a wreck before the romantic payoff!😭😂💚

[@uddlivewell]

The 'laundry and taxes' sentence and another one something like 'you might think I'm weak, but this is how I fight.' I was stunned and speechless. The script was so compelling and how he acted...just brings to any eyes watching. The movie was so insane, chaotic and funny, but so full of family love. Thanks for the vdo. It's great to have someone sharing the same feeling at the very exact monent!

[@Asherek]

One of the best scenes in cinema, PERIOD. This movie was absolutely amazing in every possible way; sound, cinematography, editing, music, costumes/makeup, action scenes, choreography, special effects, acting, storyline (comedy, drama, action, you name it). Just a masterpiece.

[@k1988smith]

I don't think anything is going to dethrone Everything, Everywhere, All at Once as my favorite movie of 2022!! I loved this entire sequence it's beautifully shot, acted, edited, scored and any other movie jargon you want to throw in - it has it! The part of the scene the starts the water works for me, is when Waymond says he fights by being positive. This movie has impacted me on so many levels that I can't fully express!

[@lifelearner45lloyd97]

People will learn but not at the same speed. Give people time and YOU focus on the conversations in the film. ❤

[@gregfaber3417]

its an instant classic

[@TheJerbol]

I mean what more needs to be said? It's one of the most impactful/important/emotional/grounded scenes I've ever seen in my short 30 years

[@teslarob4790]

Its even more powerful knowing he tries to protect here after she has stabbed him - in all the universes (sign divorce papers, etc).Ke deserves an Oscar for this scene. And Michelle should get an Oscar for the epic emotional look she has while staring into the light alone.

[@LeftFalangie]

they took your recommendations!

[@richardjbsimon]

And they did, alongside JLC.

[@phunk8607]

This comment aged well.

[@albertteng1191]

wow you're a prophet

[@starshake8998]

Wish granted. :)

[@billygabrielz]

I always perceived the lighting change as a way to demonstrate the universes splittig when Evelyn makes a choice. We've seen it twice already by that point. First, when Jobu tells evelyn to punch her and the lights switch as they have many different interactions, before settling on a punch. And a second time, when Evelyn is convinced by Jobu's Nihilism and attacks Waymond in many different ways, and in the end only having stabbed him with a glass shard. I especially prefered this interpretation, because it implied that when she's holding his hand and seeing him with loving eyes, this isn't just something Evelyn is doing here, but something she's doing in every single universe. As the lights keep switching and the angles keep changing, but she stands still, gazing into his eyes lovingly, finally seeing the loving husband she's been dismising this whole time. I might be off. It was my interpretation at least. It makes me cry when I think about it

[@darthnews]

Yo, this was a great video. The final scenes of the film crushed me. My fiancé and I were full on ugly face crying during the laundry and taxes scene.

[@KennethKetchum]

Are you referring to Sylvester Stallone's UGLY FACE Indian character in the 2nd episode of the Tulsa King series?

[@chamorvenigo]

Nobody mentioned the Casio (A158W?) vintage watch at 8:45? It's there to symbolize that Waymond's character. Symbolically, if you give a kid a Casio F-91W variant watch, maybe he won't like it but maybe he can appreciate the watch after growing up. The Casio F-91W is an unassuming masterpiece, just like the movie.

[@TheMisfitPond]

Really cool and Interesting observation dude 👍 thanks for sharing

[@tokmoh2000]

Precisely. No other watch speaks better about being dependable and unpretentious as the F-91W and its close variants would. The A158W would qualify.

[@sophieamandaleitontoomey9343]

People who have claimed Waymond is weak or a “beta male” have completely missed the point of his character. If anything, he is the strongest character. He doesn’t rely on violence or intimidation to fight. He doesn’t use cruelty or anything evil. He fights with his heart. He fights for his wife, marriage and family. And he does it all with his warm heart and smile. He is able to see the good in the world despite all of its flaws and his patience and compassion are admirable in a world that views him as weak when he’s not. Everyone needs a Waymond. The world needs more of his philosophy and if we had more like him instead of shaming people like him for just wanting to see the good in people and the world, the world would be a better place. It is easy to be mean and spiteful to someone. It is harder to maintain your smile and kindness for the world. That’s why Waymond is strong.

[@dandylion3452]

This scene struck me very deeply. I have a strict mother who stresses as much as Evelyn, and I am very grateful for her endless sacrifices and devotion. But sometimes, she forgets to speak kindly to the her family members. She forgets that when we are joking around and being kind and friendly, we are not "being useless" or "not contributing to the family". We are actually trying to help lighten her load (of course we help her with chores too), and that she should embrace life with a more joyful attitude and appreciate the little things. I think many mothers around the world can relate to trying to keep the family's finances and life together. Remind them that you are there to help and never stop loving them (unless they're downright abusive). They have taken on more responsibility than they can bear, and the stress is a lot. I think spouses should learn to communicate better too. Evelyn and Waymond have very different ways of coping with life, and it was only after a life-changing even that Evelyn could understand where Waymond was coming from. I teared up during the laundry and taxes scene - a movie scene where a man is vulnerable and honest and wise is rare. Usually it's the woman having to empathise and understand, but men can and should learn from Waymond too :)

[@ajplays-gamesandmusic4568]

The Laundry and taxes scene gutted me, because Everything Everywhere was the 1st [and only] movie I saw in the theater with my girlfriend of 2 years, and I had sensed she was going to break up with me for about a week, and when he said "nothing would make him happier than a boring life of doing Laundry and taxes"... that's exactly how I was feeling about the person sitting next to me. Deep down, I knew my GF was going to leave me to go be a wealthy successful Evelyn, and that no matter what I did, I was going to have to live in a Universe where I didn't get to spend the rest of my life with her.

[@EzyyTV]

One of the parts that hurts me the most is at 4:33 when waymond looks behind him because he cant comprehend Evelynn looking at him with such love he thinks shes looking at something else

[@superm1940]

When Ke smiles I still see Short Round. His eyes beaming. Brings me back to my youth!

[@thebarbaryghostsf]

I lost it a few times in the theater watching this film. It gave me both an existential crisis and a complete sense of peace and multiple epiphanies. Watching it I never imagined it would be nominated for an Oscar (too weird for the academy), But I also can't think of a more deserving best picture winner.

[@zlatan5204]

As an Asian, I am really surprised by your diligent search and effort. That laundry and taxes scene is exactly Wong Kar Wai’s unique style. Huge respect!

[@TheMisfitPond]

Thank you so much! Absolutely I’ve seen a good handful of Wong Kar Wai’s filmography before watching EEAAO! So, it was awesome being able to recognise the stylistic homages when watching it for the first time!

[@sayjaibao01188]

Wong Kar Wai's signature style is unique

[@winst2000]

What makes this scene so genuine and meta, is Ke in real life worked on 2046 and would very much liked to work in front of the camera at the time.

[@infamouscha]

This movie also dives really deep into the emotional/romantic disconnect that's so relevant in Asian culture. Asians typically do not show affection like how most people in America do. Rarely will you see Asians kissing, hugging, or holding hands in public. A lot of Asians don't even do that in private either. Which makes Evelyn embracing Waymond at the end so meaningful. There's no doubt that there is love between them. Asians tend to be very "Acts of Service" when it comes to love. We'll do your laundry, we'll make you a meal, we'll pack you lunch, and we'll say you're getting fat because culturally we lack the language (or cultural norm) to tell/show others that we love them. So when Evelyn finally embraces Waymond at the end, it's one of the most emotional scenes. Waymond has been by Evelyn's side for years. He's constantly AND consistently being kind, patient, and gentle. Then Evelyn finally remembers, that's exactly why she married him. It's the exactly why Evelyn says, "... the universe gave her someone kind, patient... and forgiving to make up for all she lacks."

[@ragingcholulabath]

The movie hurt so real. I cry every time

[@TheMisfitPond]

Absolutely. Leaves me in shambles every time

[@Gltokensp06]

Waymond was by far the best character in the film. So subtly written, even the audience can't help but to be enthralled by his unrelenting love.

[@starlight4649]

God Those little scenes after a devastating set of lines finally explaining how he fights It gets me crying every time

[@kennethlui2268]

Great analysis. Nothing to be shamed for crying. We are all human. I cried at the last scene when Evelyn was having a emotional conversation with her daughter. It was very emotional. I couldn't help but crying. I am a father and the last scene moved me tremendously. I also cried watching your video. When I watched the movie the first time, I felt it was weird and confusing, and I didn't get it. The movie floored me the second time I watched it. Your analysis nailed it for me.

[@sefu37]

Agreed. I've seen this seen over and over again. Over 100x. Tears Every time.

[@onlyaBT]

"Everywhere" is the part of the film where you have to prepare yourself to cry for like 30 minutes.

[@michaelcaringi5583]

This was beautiful Carlos, thank you. I wasn't prepared for this movie to be so emotional, and my wife and I broke down for the whole last half hour. Also, weirdly enough, as soon as the universes collide in that huge cut and then shoots into black before slowing down on the rock universe for the first time.. the power in my house went out at literally the second the cut stopped. We both don't know if we are okay.

[@stinkbug87289]

I rarely cry at movies, and especially when I’m infront of my family I MAKE SURE I don’t cry… I proper cried multiple times throughout this movie. This scene especially, even now I’m crying. I adore this movie so much.

[@Rykyon]

Really touching analysis of the scene, well done. I haven't been so moved by a movie I've watched in cinema for a long time. It's going down as one of the greats. Thanks for the great video.

[@TheRestlessView]

Honestly I think this scene hits so hard because a lot of us, suffer this. We all go through life wanting big things and get lost in the logistics and ambitions of ourselves and father's before us. Looking for fame, money, recognition, thinking that such things will fulfill us. At the end of the day simply doing laundry and taxes with the one that you love is all that you really need hits way too hard.

[@cinemasprite]

This scene makes me feel the EXACT same way, specifically the neon lighting parts but it's all a masterful gut-punch

[@kkaylann]

Yes! Yes! Yes! This whole scene makes me bawl like a baby! Even hearing you talk about it gave me goosebumps. Such powerful filmmaking. 😭

[@larryg6865]

One of my favorite parts of watching an emotional analysis like this is going to the comments. Some of these comments are quite brilliant and made me cry tears of joy and love. Thank you.

[@curiouslycurious1]

Waymond is the most consistent character in all multiverse. Even in Alpha verse, he is respectful of Gong Gong. He loves evelyn, eventhough his duty outweighed his love. He is the only one who is optimistic, empathetic and loving. Even his worst persona in Alpha world is loving. I think the most misunderstood is gong gong. He loves but in a harsh way, he believes that the best version of evelyn is the version he envisioned for her. That is why in opera world, he feels so different. However, we see Alpha Gong Gong pleading with Evelyn numerous time to not fall into darkness. We also see Gong Gong giving evelyn time to convince Joy. The only difference between alpha and the other universes is their determination to kill alpha joy at all cost. It make sense given that they saw the true number of people killed by joy in the different universe

[@bgt2848]

I love how in every universe we see waymond in he is in one way of another an “alpha” male. His strength. His kindness. His optimism. He’s the heart of this film

[@benjaminherson7658]

My favorite scene in the movie is the Empathy Fight, and the thing that guts me is when Evelyn asks her father how he was able to let her go so easily. Wow.

[@couplakooks]

That shit hurt deeply, for sure. It hurt on multiple levels.

[@holly541]

I didn't notice until now that the dustpan that Waymond is holding (8:15) has a smile on it, matching the smile and serenity that he has for Evelyn in the end.

[@dr.braxygilkeycruises1460]

This is a beautiful video and I thank you for it! 🤗The Laundry and Taxes scene was so wonderful to me, too. It has elements of *It's a Wonderful Life* to it because Waymond is telling Evelyn that the successes they've had don't mean as much as they think. When he says *"in another life, I'd be happy doing laundry and taxes with you"* I cried because *that's exactly what Evelyn HAD in the main universe but she didn't appreciate it.* Instead, she was looking for a life with sparkle, but now we know the Sparkle Waymond wanted what Laundry & Taxes Waymond had. It's Just So Beautiful!!! Again, thank you for this video!!!

[@blkplaguelmc]

I just found out about this movie today from youtube and i just cried and went thru so many emotions while sitting in the bathroom at work taking a dump. I thought you needed good drugs to feel this way

[@danielkim9997]

One thing that this video helped me notice is the use of the lighting. When you see her first split universes, the present universe has a yellow hue and the "other" universe has a blueish hue. To cross dimensions, you have to do something unexpected which in this scene was holding Waymond's hand. Instead of jumping universes, she went back to memories which also is why she has the yellow hue on her face. She's looking at him for who he is in the present universe instead of going to other universes.

[@GamesWithBrainz]

the scene is so insanely good i cried all over again just from the short clips you showed

[@carolc9654]

This scene is EVERYTHING! The exact translation from Mandarin if anyone is interested If there were a reincarnated life, I would still choose to be with you; filing taxes, running a laundromat. I cry everytime I see this scene which is about 63 times 😢❤

[@sprogmonkey8]

Absolutely beautiful my man. Such a good analysis. This sequence was perfection, warms the cockles of my heart. It leaves a lump in my throat just thinking about it. It is this sentiment that the world needs now more than ever, more love and kindness, focusing on what is really important, what is truly valuable. The call to simplicity, just cuts through all the bullshit. I felt enlightened. This is the power of film, of art. ❤

[@jonstein9200]

The cinematography and editing of this movie should also win an Oscar

[@RaymondHng]

It won the Academy Award for Best Editing.

[@rhmendelson]

Great video analysis, and thanks for educating us on filmmaker Wong Kar-wai! I wasn't aware of his work, but his visual style and storytelling approach sounds fascinating, I'm definitely going to check out his work.

[@EACru2002]

I agree with the video that In The Mood for Love is his masterpiece, but if I were to give advice, I would actually advise starting somewhere else with his filmography. I feel like Wong Kar Wai is a filmmaker you kinda have to get used to, to warm up to. In the Mood for Love is like his opus magnus, but that means it’s also “the most Wong Kar Wai” Wong Kar Wai film. And if you’re not used to him, it might be a bit too much, or it might not catch your attention because it’s so stylistic and seem underwhelming just because you’re not familiar with the style. I would recommend starting with Chungking Express and follow it up with Fallen Angels. They’re not linked or sequels to each other, but they’re kinda like “sibling” films to each other, made back to back quickly and similar styles. Just keep in mind that his films are kinda like tone poems. Don’t focus too much on the literal plot or story. It’s more a mood. A feeling. Let the cinematography, dialogue, music, wash over you. At first I didn’t “get it” while watching the movie but by the end credits, I got what he was going for. And then once you learn that, then I think you’ll be prepared and ready to watch “In the Mood for Love.”

[@roller-coaster-river]

i went into thisi movie knowing i would like it a lot. Upon seeing it a second time in theaters, I knew it was not just that i like this movie, but that it is hands down my favorite movie ever. I cant think of anything that comes close to it on my top ten favorite movies list. (Interstallar is my number 2, and it still just doesn't compare). I cry every time i see this film, it honestly deserved to do so much better at the box office than Dr Strange did. The emotional impact of this movie is just amazing. It somehow manages to weave so many different narratives into a cohisive story with unified meaning. and its just so beautiful. i need everyone to sit and watch this movie. It's long but every scene is justified and it's never slow or boring. I dont know who sold their soul to make such a master piece, i think this will be my favorite movie until i die.

[@annettemeili]

Another thing I love about that scene that wasn’t covered was Waymond saying “this is how I fight” in reference to seeing things with kindness and finding the good in people. His whole monologue is truly one of the best ones I’ve ever seen

[@jhonmariobueno4056]

Not only this scene... It`s all movie is a complete masterpiece!! Rocks scene, Raccacoonie scene, Hug between mom and daughter scene, First entrance and introduction as Jobu Tupaki to her mother escene, and more and more... This movie is perfect!! It`s a masterpiece of cine in history!! And deserve at least an Oscar, if this not happens, would be criminal.

[@kdizzle901]

It won 7

[@jhonmariobueno4056]

@@kdizzle901 Yeah!! Was amazing!! I clapped for half hour when ended Oscar's ceremony.

[@fv5681]

A beautiful tribute to life, love, family and cinema. I couldn’t agree with you more that scene and the Wong Kar Wai style was just perfectly done. We can all 😢 some more. Great stuff. Thank you for sharing.

[@OmniphonProductions]

The scene where Waymond pleads on behalf of kindness, it puts tears in my eyes...even now, just _thinking_ about it. Ke Huy Quan's delivery of that scene was just...well...Oscar-worthy! OH MY GOD!!! I just _now_ realized that this line specifically references the _IRS_ issues their _laundromat_ is having...in another life. That's brilliant!!! _How_ did I miss it before?!?!?! Side Note: In addition to the amazing performances (It's about time Michelle Yeoh got her due!), my teenage daughter and I came out of the theater discussing what _technical_ awards the Oscars should consider. We thought, for sure...but were wrong about...cinematography, but we were right about editing...one of the seven Oscars it earned. Just an amazing film!

[@giancarlofilms6891]

1000% agree brother. Glad you made this and great to know people feel as strongly about this moment. I've seen it 5 times and the 5th time I got as emotional as the first. Absolutely beautiful.

[@candycane520]

Yes! You described it so well. Wong kar-wai cinematic themes were in the movie for this scene and made it so good. This scene itself is Oscar worthy

[@jc2delaga]

Ur a very right! Those were beautiful scenes and priceless. I also cried when her daughter was ready to go and the Evelyn pulls her down, and followed by her father, and Waymond. It symbolizes the love for ur family! Thank you 🧡

[@jujubees711]

I haven't even seen the movie, yet. I just wanted to see scenes from the movie after it won so many Oscars. And I can't stop balling from these two scenes 😭 Oscars well deserved.

[@annoyedtorchic8270]

I'm crying watching your review heck i watched this movie 3 times and cried hard 3 times knowing what is coming, that is how powerful this is

[@evelynrobinson5324]

YES. Thankyou for explaining this so well. I sob every time. Hopefully in a parallel universe we’re all watching it together and sobbing on a big sofa.

[@jbeatty1785]

This was my absolute favorite favorite favorite scene in the movie, hands-down. Extraordinary performances! My second favorite scene was Joy and Evelyn as rocks.Fabulous!!!

[@adhimustewartakamindbender8899]

Magnificent microscopic analysis of the precious cinematic contents that create my #1 favorite movie scene in my favorite movie of all-time! Thank you for confessing that you cried dozens of times while editing this amazing breakdown video, as I have NEVER ONCE watched this movie, this clip online, or almost any insightful review of this without SOBBING from center of my soul. "Yanks tears right out of my eyeballs" is a great way to say it! Ke Huy Quan delivers to humanity the very greatest acting performance of 2022, and even though he unequivocally deserves the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor... it's not even close enough. Money, awards, praise... will never come close to the JOY this man gave us with Waymond doing laundry and taxes with Evelyn Wang 🥲😭😍 thank you for this video and for not getting sucked in by the bagel 🥯⚫👹ALL HAIL JOBU TUPAKI! 😇

[@OzMartinez]

Beautiful scene. Really glad you highlighted it

[@justanotherupscaspirant8837]

The fact that he says being kind is 'strategic' and a 'survival tactic' just blew me out of the water. I've had to be submissive and pacifist as a survival tactic and the moment I was out of that situation, i let the anger take over and became bitter and angry, thinking that i needed to be a strong harsh person to ensure no one took advantage of me ever again. All that did was make me feel out of my own skin and push away the few genuine friends i had. So for the last couple years I've been really confused as to what to do, how to be, who to be. Never expected a movie character to clear up that choice so easily. That being kind isnt submissive or weak, it's a different kind of power. This movie has literally been life changing for me

[@ReelPodcasts]

This monologe is hands down top 5 monologes of all time for me. I've never been so emotionally seen by a character in my life.

[@supaknight1855]

I was on the verge of tears watching this. These scenes are the best.

[@danielp7394]

I watched this movie, and immediately showed it my current gf. It brought our hearts to the same page immediately and i cant express how much it landed. Our son is now 7 months old. Ive never been so connected to a person as when i understood she was Waymond and i was Evelyn

[@shrimboi8909]

This was the scene that got the whole theater of twenty something audience sobbing and sniffing up a storm all around me at the Stonestown Galleria theater in San Francisco a few days after it was release. It was something I will never forget. LMAO

[@Lemmestarve]

I need more movies like Everything Everywhere All At Once to come out.

[@nguquaxanguyen5224]

the duality of a sophisticated wayman and the common man wayman giving basically the same speech also reflects on the duality of the fact that nothing matters but yet they matter because we choose to value them.

[@cathe-2179]

The power of optimism is so powerful I really commend people who are able to live like this and this scene really shows how strong a person has to be to keep that optimism going

[@oakspro2998]

I’m a dude. This is the first movie to make me cry. The second, third…

[@jonstein9200]

This makes me think about my future in my past so much it really relates

[@GurpreetSinghDev]

Yeah you are right that is the best scene of the movie and there is a lot to learn. I broke into tears when he said "This is how I fight". Normally our idea of fighting with the world is based on being physically and mentally strong but he taught me that we can fight using positive and kind actions as well. I also learned that a person that seems goofy and insignificant on the surface can have an extremely wise perspective of the world. I may be wrong but i think in this scene the frame is divided into 2 parts , on one side shows character and other side shows character's perspective to the life weymond's perspective is peaceful but the evelyn's is smocky.

[@mroberts2002]

I haven't even watched this yet but I just want to jump in your pond! We misfits need ponds to jump in (to). Such a lovely idea. Now I'm going to watch. ! : )

[@JustADudeDoingSomething]

The "I love you in every universe" should've came from waymond fr.

[@chadharris6912]

Such a great movie and great scene!! I loved your commentary and totally agree!!! Thanks for articulating what many of us experienced watching such an amazing film!

[@CribNotes]

In addition to the spot on analysis here....the power of this sequence in Everything Everywhere is inevitable. The entire movie is setup based around the notion of laundry and taxes being a metaphor for the mundane drudgery of our every day lives. Rich Waymond flips that idea on its head, resulting in one of the most romantically pure moments ever seen on film..... For me, the real payoff is watching Evelyn's reaction, like she just got nuked with a wave of positivity in a way perfectly underscored by the background music. Wow.....

[@realtordennislampropnexrea732]

Those of us who have had similar emotional pain in our own relationships would feel even more over these two scenes. I felt it deep in my bones when Waymond said that coz it was the exact damn thing I wanted to say

[@codybuilam6086]

I wish everyone call his right name "Huy" All so thank you for saying his name in right order

[@chrisbrandt6245]

Fantastic analysis of this powerful and emotional scene. Thanks for bringing back the tears 🙂 This makes me want to lift my score for the film from a 9 to a 10

[@ILoveMisty1985]

Just came across this video (since I've been watching so many videos about Everything Everywhere All at Once after the Oscars.) Pretty spot-on analysis. The only thing I will note is that the subtitles in the film are reversed, in that while the subtitles say "I would have really liked just doing laundry and taxes with you" whereas in the original Chinese he says "filing taxes and opening a laundromat." I don't know if there is any added meaning in the reversal or if it is just because "laundry and taxes" sound better than "taxes and laundry." Just something I found interesting.

[@corazonagoncillo2699]

Thanks a lot for the movie analysis. Yes,you are right,the scenes of Ke were really heart -tugging that I cannot not be teary-eyed.

[@marval9119]

This is not a movie, it is a Masterpiece! I don't remember when was the last time I cried watching a movie before this one.

[@danielkeel9265]

Ah, the Bagel. This film really brought home to me that we all fight that horrible moment one thinks, "why/how do I go on?". For love. For the miracle that existence is, regardless of the way we choose to visualise it, is simply the value of existence itself. I'm probably being a bit cryptic but I found the film eminently relatable, but then I am a diagnosed adhd...

[@shelly_lee]

DYES YES YES that scene! i got weepy just watching your video about it. we dont deserve the Daniels! what an amazing film

[@dexterdoombringer3460]

The song that Waymond is singing while he is cleaning is 'Gong xi gong xi' or 'Chúc Tết' in Vietnamese, it is quite popular in China and Vietnam during the Lunar New Year. Although it's a pretty upbeat and fun song, the lyrics are mostly good wishes for each other, but in this scene it's quite sad but also meaningful. I can feel that in the chaos, brokenness and harshness of life, Waymond is simply doing his job well and reminding everyone that today is Tet.

[@Glenn1441]

My favorite, gut wrenching sequence as well. Masterfully executed.

[@flamingomingo9810]

And to think, this movie was initially gonna be solely about jackie Chan’s relationship with his daughter and waymond’s character would’ve never been created