Legend of Beggar Vance - The Woods

In the Woods

[@tonybleau3817]

a game that can't be won...only played...reminds me of life

[@krammunzo]

Some do say that golf is a microcosm of life.

[@saucejohnson9862]

That's the message

[@franklinwatson7767]

Life is exactly what it is.

[@skygerspacher6891]

I watch this movie whenever I lose my self. No more perfect lines, or more perfect music.

[@acechadwick]

That's exactly what I do and have done, for 14 years! It never fails, the music swells, my heart lifts and all is well in the world.

[@anastudios7309]

I totally understand.

[@QueenLightbeam]

One of the Greatest Movies of All Time. ❤

[@99daveyj]

this is the best film ever made, a huge call but im willing to make it! IT CHANGED MY LIFE!

[@burthorton1867]

The look on Junuh's face after Bagger says "I've been with you all along" gives me chills. Even young Hardy realizes at that point that Bagger is so much more than a caddy; he is a watchful guardian angel to help Junuh overcome his personal demons. Powerful scene.

[@terrancethomas9792]

Bagger Vance in Bagavad Gita in a Hindu script. Trying to boost the fight in Arjuna, Rannolph Junuh. (RJuna).

[@ItsSerialBoX]

They aren't his demons. What veterans deal with is usually bringing home a suitcase full of shit from war that was never theirs to begin with, getting them to put that suitcase down and leave it behind once in for all is the tough part. Getting them to understand that it was never their suitcase to begin with is the hard part. You don't have to keep carrying all that extra weight around.

[@Craig2760]

We all need a Bagger Vance to show up unexpectedly in our lives.

[@CB-rv2lj]

I think we all need to be Bagger Vance to someone as well.

[@MOONLIGHTT_2234]

​@@CB-rv2lj Are you bagger Vance? @cb-rv2lj

[@themansayz]

This was such a beautiful movie. Will Smith played the best guardian angel ever.

[@gnarleyjames420]

I love this movie. I've seen it over and over again. The layers of philosophy are amazing. I always interpreted Bagger Vance as either an angel or his caddy from before the war. A classic.

[@andrewglass9706]

Robert Cournoyer Definitely an angel, it's the only plausible explanation for why he appears to Hardy at the end of the movie.

[@JB30000]

Portrayal is that of the almighty, hence the “I’ve been here all along.”

[@MsAppeljack]

An angel.

[@harshsrivastava3936]

Actually his character is inspired from Lord Krishna Do some Research on it 😊

[@philipmeckley5154]

Not an angel. It's the Bhagavad Gita. Bagger is Krishna, and Junuh is Arjuna.

[@rickboatwright1844]

One of my all time favorite scenes in any movie.

[@Tamster4886]

Rick Boatwright Agreed! Life changing

[@Tamster4886]

Jai Courvoisier I know what my attraction is; and, to what shifts my perspective. Please waste your bitter time elsewhere.

[@cityraintunes]

Anyone with PTSD/Panic Disorder knows what this feels like.

[@johnallen9439]

Really ? You think some Xanax popping Soy Boy with anxiety problems getting triggered and running for his safe space is the same as a battle hardened veteran who survived the most horrible experiences of war. People claim Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome these days because someone used (In their mind) the wrong pronoun when addressing them.

[@Tattooedmetal]

Very good movie I watch this so many times never gets old everyone has a dark place they gotta get out from.

[@jamesjarrettjr.5974]

I Think this is my favorite scene of this wonderful movie. Such powerful wisdom in such concise beautiful dialogue.

[@chrisp.9172]

" Golf is a game that can't be won, only played!" Kinda like life, huh?

[@AnObsoleteMan]

Aint a soul on this entire Earth aint got a burden to carry he dont understand. You aint alone in that. But you been carrying this one long enough. Time to go on, lay it down.

[@terrancethomas9792]

That sounds like God said that.

[@BenRuEv85]

@@terrancethomas9792 yes! 🙂

[@edgarallenhoe9291]

Thank you

[@EEman-mx8mg]

That's so beautiful

[@juniordaddyman]

I always thought that Bagger was something Spiritual in this movie. I truly believe this scene solidified my belief!!

[@LeslieJohnsArtist]

This scene gave me the courage to keep going. The Field scene is brilliant too. Set the ego aside and let God in

[@whoelseeverdiedforyou1737]

if you can truly understand this scene, it's utterly profound. Bagger ain't a gaurdian angel........ He's God Himself....that's the secret......He's been with us our whole lives........hoping, helping, through heartache and blessing to bring us closer to Himself.

[@lancer525]

Which "god"? There have been over 3,500 deities created by man in all of recorded human history, across six of the seven continents. Can you narrow it down a little?

[@pb8t08]

@@lancer525 The God of Abraham. The Beginning and The End. The Way The Truth and The Life.

[@रोहितजिंदल-र1र]

​@@pb8t08😂😂 Good joke He was not at the starting as vedas and avesta were much much before that so called of your abrahmic god 😂😂

[@रोहितजिंदल-र1र]

And for your kind information this movie based on hindu god krishna Shrimadbhagavat geeta

[@willmpet]

An imaginary friend.

[@derekretana5938]

One of the most epic moments in the history of movies. I seriously wanna cry when I watch this scene!

[@justinallor7515]

Damn straight!!

[@jigarzasu]

I did…

[@RollTide1987]

When God comes down from Heaven to remind us that He's real and cares fo us.

[@shuttlepodearth3779]

Krishna is the deity played by Will Smith

[@rairadiobangla]

Close but not really... the crux of Hinduism is not God but Karma... that you gotta do what you gotta do. So suck it up and do it. No help is coming.

[@MrLocke-bk3om]

Amazing thing is this is a golf movie that has absolutely nothing to do with golf. A true masterpiece in storytelling right here.

[@davidduncan3659]

It’s about a persons life.

[@shuttlepodearth3779]

@@davidduncan3659 It's actually based on the Bhagavad Gita. So it's based on everything! :)

[@adamkondracki3201]

God gave us these gifts inside of us to be used. Not to lay dormant ❤❤ I love when he reminds Bagger of that 😊

[@chaek3755]

One of the best movie I've ever seen.... Actually..... The best ever...... so far

[@shuttlepodearth3779]

The look of wisdom and understanding that Hardy gives for a split second is so amazing.

[@asb-e6s]

This movie helped me get over my addiction to weed. This one holds a special place.

[@tonybytheway7543]

An absolutely wonderful, beautiful, thoughtful movie. Great cinematography and music, superbly acted by the cast and directed by Mr Redford. Thank you for such a great story, beautifully told.

[@JohnG500]

I love this movie. It’s a favorite of my dad and myself. Incredible lessons.

[@CB-rv2lj]

I think what I view this is as, sometimes we get in the way of ourselves. When the things in life we think are so far away, so hard to achieve. Yet if you just believe in yourself and do what you know how to do, things will work out and the target is actually much easier to hit than you first believed.

[@MachineHead155]

What really sent shivers down my spine was when Bagger Vance said "You ain't alone. I'm right here with you. I've been here all along." That part pretty well sums up who Bagger Vance represents. Very spiritual and very powerful.

[@wolfmanxxl8221]

It's Jesus...Duh

[@chrisp.9172]

Great movie! And the book is 5x greater!

[@jince85]

Life. This movie parallels the journey of life as told by playing golf. Your swing is what YOU were meant to do, a game that can't be won only played is LIFE. We've all experienced life at its hardest, we all have the choice to keep pushing and come out the other side. This movie is my favorite interpretation of LIFE through a different telling. Kind of like how different religions can tell the same story with different words and characters. Love this story.

[@generalripper7528]

Agreed!

[@RileyKTT]

The best scene in this entire movie. And this movie was full of them.

[@oberontheatreensemble6738]

When he says ,”I’ve been here all along”, is the moment we realize he is god (in terms of the symbolism). It’s a remarkable moment in a beautiful film.

[@shuttlepodearth3779]

The whole movie is worth it for this scene alone.

[@JB30000]

Ain’t a soul on this earth that don’t got a burden to carry. Time to go on a lay it down.

[@Eloquent444]

Probaly the best movie which had ever been made... When I watched this before I golfed... I played the best round I ever played in my whole life just 270 Yards drivers and I were just 13 years old.

[@aaronboyd6376]

“Time to come out the shadows juna, it’s time for you to choose” so haunting and enlightening. Remember your swing!

[@robfriar6570]

Everything about this movie was so good.

[@luckystarpiano]

Every single word in this scene is gold - it’s one of those go-to scenes when you’re having “one of those days” and just need a reminder ❤️❤️❤️

[@lynnbutler3806]

This movie gave me back my life.

[@milo_thatch_incarnate]

I grew up with this movie, and am just rediscovering it as an adult, like an old sweet memory... and I can't _believe_ that, come to find out, it was super overlooked and almost no one knows this movie!! The soundtrack is even out of print! What the heck! It's one of the most beautiful, touching, funny, and inspiring films I can ever remember seeing! And a GREAT performance from Damon especially, in the middle of the rise of his career, just after Good Will Hunting and Saving Private Ryan, and just before Finding Forrester and Oceans Eleven! How did all THOSE great movies become classics, and this one didn't??? I don't get it.

[@jasonseyler87]

This one of the top 5 all-time clips of sports movie history. I've never played golf and hate it as a sport, but,,,,, it's about more than that!!!! Beautiful. Where you always been....

[@BigRedRIP]

Imagine this scene without music. The soundtrack is the diamond that makes this ring beautiful.

[@precessionoftheequinoxes3224]

I agree 100%. The musics is amazing. But its what both the characters are saying to each other which is more important. When you watch and listen with soft eyes and ears you realise that this movie has nothing to do with golf. Anyway that's just my honest opinion. But yes I love the soundtrack.

[@terrancethomas9792]

Especially the hole in one.

[@chrisp.9172]

Directed by Robert Redford a masterpiece gets better with time!

[@isrbillmeyer]

Brilliant acting by two great actors One of my all time favourite films

[@oberontheatreensemble6738]

If he picked up the ball, he would be disqualified. That symbolizes suicide. When Bagger says he’s been here all along, we know he is actually God. This is a gorgeous, profound scene in an impeccable movie.

[@mattautin5518]

This movie and Tin cup are 2 of golf's best movies

[@willhull1735]

Great movie as it had everything. How one can lose believe in one's self but also you can find yourself again even through the roughed of circumstances also it felt like baggar was a guardian angel 😇 which made the movie so good that even in our darkest moments someone is looking out for us.

[@daviddrake2775]

It’s all our lives. Do we stand in the light or hide in the dark? Choose the light, friends, and live.

[@DaveEatonWNY]

Such a great scene - and really gets to the heart of the film.

[@doogieboy86]

This movie sparked my interest in golf and was one of the main influences that led me to start playing. I've been "finding my place in the field" ever since.

[@trishcuddy]

My favorite movie scene ever and so under-rated. Also, when Baggar (W. Smith) leaves toward the end and Junoh thinks he needs him still, but then realizes that there are others in his life..and also that Baggar never has or will really leave him. Didn't get the HIgher Power connection until the second time I saw the movie. Just thought Baggar was an inspirational caddy & Junoh a guy who just needed some quidance. We all do..and it's there!!

[@blackops417]

It's about a whole lot more than golf. One if the greatest movies ever made.

[@GIGroundNPound]

It me getting older and being out of the Army to truly understand these scene full force. The insinuation is that Bagger was in the Argonne forest during WWI, the battle Belleaux Wood. This was one of the most brutal battles US forces endured, the woods brings that back for Bagger, hence his mental state while looking for the ball.

[@HeatherJamesInspiringMums]

I love this clip, so moving and motivational have added it to my inspiring movie clips playlist for when I need a kick up the butt ;)

[@norcalyo]

im a golfer and have never seen this movie..... that shot is truly terrifying for anyone of us lol.... i looked at that and was "ohhhh hellll noooo!!!!!"

[@FenderSchonJPX]

You need to see this movie. I truly believe almost all of life's mysteries and keys can be exemplified by the game of golf and football. Two extremely different sports that both create perfect analogies to the varying aspects of life from very different angles, that are both equally true. This is one of those movies that you won't truly be able to appreciate and comprehend unless you've lived through tragedy, which most everyone does, eventually.

[@emmanueloluga9770]

what kind of football..american or soccer

[@FenderSchonJPX]

orhema oluga American, (said with much restraint)

[@emmanueloluga9770]

FenderSchonJPX hahaha lol..don't worry I play the game as a linebacker

[@adamdaniel01]

This scene is so sad, powerful, and inspiring at the same time.

[@gloriouse4458]

FABULOUS MOVIE 🎥 🍿 💗THE “GOD” IS AN ENERGY N WE LUV ALL PEOPLES 🤔💝

[@WilliamHill-in6yz]

Love this film, God is with us always.

[@victoriagonzalez8106]

I could feel this scene in my soul

[@tmc4791]

This scene reflects my life so much but I only wish I could remember this when I need it the most...

[@roxascrunk]

This scene breaks my heart every time, hes telling him its okay, and he doesnt understand and i can relate

[@Haydog17]

This movie was great! This scene and the scene with Bobby Jones where he gets his swings back are awesome. I love how in this movie, Will Smith is an guardian angel like figure. At the end where the kid *when he's a grandpa* gets the heart attack and he's walking towards Beggar almost like Beggar is bringing him into heaven

[@matthewmg5226]

well said..this movie is incredibly under-rated...

[@OptimusPrime420s]

this is like the best movie i've seen. and i've seen a lot of movies

[@taylorpack2839]

This and the greatest game ever played are so underrated movies

[@vincecowell6891]

brings tears everytime

[@AQuinn-my3qt]

Randomly came to this video. One of my all time favorite movies.

[@gswdaniel]

A game that can be won, only played is the best description I’ve ever heard! Golf was awesome!

[@londascott1224]

My favorite lines from tree golf scene: No no sir it was just a moment ago." "Play the game - The one that only you were meant to play" Now is the time Junah!" And he takes the shot-And he lands the Shot!... WoW,!! My next fav...Hey Bagger...you are one hell of a catti !

[@janefromthecountry1820]

Beautiful scene....LOVE IT! ♡♡♡

[@neoism]

Will should of won an Oscar for this role

[@LiveYour90]

Best film I ever seen!

[@mattfleming98]

As a veteran with PTSD, please trust me... This crazy game of golf will save your life. It's saved me multiple times. Give it a chance...

[@Amberlicious1000]

We just watched this movie today in my Media Analysis class :) I love this scene SO SO MUCH!! I was hoping I could come on here and find it. So thank you very much for posting this! :)

[@MrRelevant05]

All-time favorite clips....the world needs to realize in life, that its not how hard you can get hit, but how much you can take...but to jus keep moving forward! Thats how WINNING IS DONE!!!

[@NativeAmerican4Life]

This part and the ending always make me choke up. It has so much meaning to it, it makes you smile :) Awesome.

[@charlienorton7266]

This scene was an important moment for me. Helped me move on in some ways.

[@douglassauvageau7262]

"The game can't be won, it can only be played."

[@tylersmith4660]

Somehow people don't realize that this is a modern interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita. Even the names of the characters are similar. Bagger Vance is not a 'magic negro' as I've heard some describe him. He is God (or an angel) who has come to help Junuh rid himself of his demons so he can move forward with his life doing what he was born to do. This is the central theme of the original Bhagavad Gita.

[@acechadwick]

I didn't get this film the first time I saw it. I watched it half heartedly on a long haul flight and just thought " Yawn" and then one day I was alone, it was on tv and I couldn't believe the layers and how I so totally missed it all. A favourite now and I turn to this scene a lot.

[@learyhaywood9147]

Yet the "gods" of the gita didnt know squat.......

[@YohanPenny]

@@learyhaywood9147 back to your cage, troll.

[@amasion2882]

I enjoyed the movie and appreciated its spirituality. I assumed Bagger Vance was an angel or angelic being using the guise of what Junuh needs (a volunteer caddy). But he’s also there to help Hardy, too. Later I discovered it’s retold Bhaghavad Gita.

[@clauderoxboroughiii4444]

cool. any short literature on this Tyler? curious. I just love this message.

[@willhull5142]

that's the beauty of this film you don't know if bagger is real or if he is a angel sent to help junnah find himself again it's beautiful

[@BurnedSpace]

Will Hull no it’s quite well known that bagger is not a real person. but whether it’s junahs imagination or an angel from heaven we don’t know

[@amasion2882]

No, Don’t other characters speak to Bagger in the film.

[@taylorpack7705]

He’s an Angel to help him deal with his inner demons

[@anastudios7309]

I am on a journey to find my true self. Ive been lying to God and to myself. This scene is encouraging and inspiring.

[@mmccarty]

The key scene of the movie, in which all is revealed with words of great power and comfort. Whether Bagger is God or a divine emissary, he is there to help Junuh regain the life he is meant to lead. "You ain't alone. I'm right here with you. I've been here all along." Those words bring tears to my eyes every time I watch this scene. Don't we all want that reassurance?

[@anastudios7309]

I truly believe that Bagger was God in human form.

[@pitchingwedge1]

This movie inspired me to open a golf driving range. It awakened something that was dead in me for a very long time. My real authentic self.

[@jermainelee1060]

True life lesson I'm st crossroads I watch this everyday follow through with my decision

[@bds5149]

Thank you Rene for posting this. It's so powerful and deep. Thank you:)

[@TTKIN]

I agree. And what I love is that, pretty much at no point in the movie does bagger ever really tell junnuh what to do. he paints a picture of metaphors and pretty much allows junnuh to find his way. Great stuff.

[@darrylstanley-xu9ez]

One of the best scenes from the film and one of smiths best performances

[@joebro391]

There's something in the "why don't you just loosen up your grip" that hits differently in the context. All about how Junuh is holding on too tightly to the past

[@jpemmerson]

this movie is about far more than golf, its about life.. golf is the tool used to get the message over... the finding of inner peace and harmony in the most unlikely of places... at times when you need it most.. what a beautiful film, ive seen non better...

[@Haydog17]

I thought so, this movie is fantastic. Top 5 for sure.

[@ChiakiShirakawa]

戦争体験とか恐慌自殺とか深刻なトラウマを正面から掘り下げず、ゴルフのフィールドを通して、一歩一歩前に進む積み重ねをやっていく映画のつくりが秀逸。 安心して穏やかに見ていられる。

[@jim5353]

I don't get to play much golf these days. Work and life events get in the way. But when i do, I think about these scenes and take inspiration from them to find the best swing I can muster

[@Victor-tq1ry]

Always one of the most powerful prayer for me

[@Imnotsupposed2behere]

Saying this to a veteran who has seen war and has haunted him just feels different. “You been carrying this one long enough, time to go on, lay it down, you got a choice, you can stop or you can start….walking, right back where you always been”

[@blkizbck3887]

people dont change....they become more of what they are......he did just that

[@DRespect]

A game that can't be won...only played

[@saucejohnson9862]

Such is life.

[@TheSerpent21]

SUch a powerful movie and scene, Bagger was excatly the guardian angel that Junuh needed at the right time to help him overcome those demons that haunted him.

[@dustyhaynes8817]

Ive been here all along...

[@tumbles19911]

Very slept on movie makes me want to watch it again

[@dlake145]

I love this movie so much

[@flygonandeeveegirl4276]

Andy Biersack - Homecoming Curtain call sent me here to say this movie was kickass

[@KnuxBrent07]

0-0... I never even heard of this movie. I have to get it.

[@acechadwick]

I think this is a perfect scene. It's just a metaphor for life. If ever I get a doubting moment I return to this.

[@Amberlicious1000]

We watched this film in my Media Analysis class, and I really don't understand why it didn't get more attention.

[@jonathanserafin1804]

My favorite movie !!!!

[@crisguia]

I read that at first Redford and Morgan Freeman were going to star in this movie, but later Redford decided that young men would do better in the lead roles. He was so right. Matt did a fine job as Junuh and Will was perfect as the Godlike character. Such a magical movie.