Men In Black (1997) ♦Movie Reaction♦ First Time Watching!

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00:00 Intro
00:25 Reaction
21:23 Awards/Discussion/Outro
32:36 Credits
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[@thejamppa]

Vincent D'Onofrio's performance never gets enough praise. Tommy Lee Jones' dead pan delivery of lines is just brilliant.

[@daustin8888]

Edgar the Bug is the most hilarious character in the movie imo

[@dannygjk]

I couldn't believe he was that actor. He is amazingly versatile.

[@danieldickson8591]

Everyone in this cast brought their A game.

[@rgerber]

wait, this is the fat guy from Full Metal Jacket!!

[@dannygjk]

@@rgerber yep.

[@Fiendy]

“A person is smart… People are dumb panicky animals”

[@LiberPater777]

Should be "A person _can_ be smart"

[@8967Logan]

Best line in the movie, and she chose not to have it in her KZbin reaction :O. I must say, I was surprised.

[@Fiendy]

@@8967Logan I know that’s why I had to add it in the comments 👍🏽

[@dallesamllhals9161]

Oh! So mobs ain't that smart?

[@rimisark]

@@8967Logan her reactions re too small. I don't watch 20 min movie reactions... only above 40.

[@livebackwards]

One underrated part of this excellent movie for me is Vincent D'Onofrio's physicality. Every single time he's onscreen, he absolutely looks and sounds like a monstrous alien wearing an ill-fitting human suit. He had no reason to go that hard for a light-hearted comedy but by God he did and I love him for it.

[@Ernwaldo]

Right? Haven’t seen a lot of his work, but he always seems to be great. A hidden gem of his is Happy Accidents with Marissa Tomei.

[@aklimar2208]

Reminds me of Frank Langella who played Skeletor in Masters of the Universe (1987). He went hard for a relatively low budget, silly movie, but it was awesome

[@wiccalady9948]

Mark if a true professional. He came to the acting job to act. And he went all in. No phoning it in. Full metal Jacket, Adventures in Babysitting(as "Thor"-yet another marvel tie in besides this movie), and of course the Marvel character Kingpin in the Daredevil series(among other appearances). Entirely different characters you are still talking about after you're done watching.

[@Raptor213]

Random fun fact. When K goes to get coffee near the beginning of the movie, the language spoken by the little wormy aliens is Huttese, the same language spoken by Jabba the Hutt in Star Wars

[@melchiorvonsternberg844]

Hm... The worms are not only far, far away from home, they are also time travellers. Because Star Wars are playin' in the far past, around the time the dinosaur were eliminated from earth surface...

[@adamscott7354]

Ok now that squeak sneeze is gonna have to be a feature of your action figure one day.

[@shakawhenthewallsfell8570]

Vincent D'onofrio did an amazing job acting as Edgar the Bug. The movement, the mannerisms... all of it. Props to the makeup department as well for making him look as though he (the skin suit) is decomposing more and more as time goes on.

[@bigdream_dreambig]

0:34 Surprisingly, "Rip Torn" isn't a stage name. Torn is his actual surname, and "Rip" is a nickname that's traditional in his extended family (for obvious reasons).

[@fredfredburger5150]

By the time this movie came out I was already a huge fan of Rip Torn from his work in The Larry Sanders Show. I loved his character Artie.

[@s.henrlllpoklookout5069]

Just remember: the question, "Will Will Smith smith?" and its answer, "Will Smith will smith" are both grammatically correct.

[@henrytjernlund]

Something I didn't understand, until several re-watches is why J spat out the lemonaid. It was because there was no sugar in it as the alien ate all the sugar.

[@mikejankowski6321]

I always thought it was just because she made terrible lemonade! No sugar...makes sense.

[@henrytjernlund]

@@mikejankowski6321 That's what I thought too the first times I watch. Then it hit me.

[@peterkoester7358]

I went to see this film with friends the night it opened in 1997, back home where I used to live in Queens, NYC. Biggest roar of laughter for the whole movie was when J comments, "So the 1964 World's Fair was a cover for an alien landing?" and K responds, "Of course. Why else hold it in Queens?"

[@noneya3635]

I can't tell which is more adorable, the freeze fame on the sneeze face, or the sound that followed. 🙃 "but he was so cute and naked." PMSL this is why we love Whimsory.

[@maxvonsydow6180]

"... the movie went by so fast that ...I was watching it and then I wasn't watching it..." 🙂 Genius 👍

[@Varksterable]

Yup; great observation. 😊 My own experience differs only slightly: I wasn't watching it. And then I was watching it and then I wasn't watching it. And then I was _rewatching_ it and then I wasn't watching it. And then I was rewatching it _again_ and then I wasn't watching it. And then... (You get the idea.)

[@maxvonsydow6180]

@@Varksterable ... yeah, I think I know what you mean 🌿🚬😵‍💫🙂 , but,... be careful with it 😉☮️.

[@Varksterable]

@@maxvonsydow6180 Lol, no; I've just seen it a lot of times in different contexts. Although your interpretation is also .. interesting. 🤔

[@maxvonsydow6180]

@@Varksterable We are just having fun... ✌️🙂

[@jaykay3784]

7:35 They didn't give them desks. That was the test.

[@geogodthebat]

at the news stand, where to dog was introduced, the ghoulish man was Rick Baker, who did the visual effects

[@nathanielpreston5377]

Hello Whimsory. Just wanna say that you always do such a great job keeping us entertained and I really enjoy watching your reactions. Keep up the great work.

[@d_mosimann]

00:20 Wow, that was the very sweetest sneeze I've ever seen. Please definately watch part 2 and 3, you gonna love it and your audience (incl. me) gonna love watching you watching it. Part 3 is my favourite. The 4th movie is a complete different ball game. I personally like it, even if it's a little over the top.

[@Lemon_Force]

Ikr I've never heard a sneeze like that before 😂

[@agirlnamedmichael1670]

@@Lemon_Force Whee choo!

[@wiccalady9948]

Her reactions are nothing to sneeze at. Sorry.

[@nicholasjh1]

Yeah, 2 and 3 are excellent. Personally 3 is my favorite

[@Wrathnar_the_Unreasonable]

That sneeze at 0:20 was the cutest sneeze I ever heard! 🥰

[@denace2society591]

Vincent D'Onofrio is such a good actor, and I think this is one of his best performances. He steals the show for me.

[@lawrence6434]

We were so lucky with some films back in the day. Absolutel classic I can't wait to show my kids.

[@slchance8839]

Vincent D'Onofrio *main bad guy bug) was a human an alien TRYING to play a human. That's like 3 levels of acting. It's similar to the T1000 Terminator....a person playing a machine TRYING to play a person.

[@scottstevens7639]

Siobhan Fallon (Beatrice) spent a season as a cast member on SNL as well as playing school bus driver Dorothy in “Forrest Gump”.

[@Neo......]

This movie was the first movie I have ever seen on a DVD disk.And wow the picture was extremely extremely clear

[@Chatwin78]

Your outros are great to watch and the awards are always a highlight--clever and funny. Thanks for another great reaction.

[@AColonDashSix]

"Let her go sh*t eater" Cockroaches are coprophages, meaning ... well what K said. Moreover; this might be a reference to the 1996 _X Files_ episode "War of the Coprophages" _Men in Black_ was released in 1997, so it's possible.

[@B-a-t-m-a-n]

Your reaction was great, and I loved your editing! My favorite part was easily the discussion afterwards. I was laughing my ass off. Thank you!

[@hellomark1]

0:20 did you say "WEE-CHOO" ?! That's awesome :) Great movie and great reaction! I liked the mix you put at the end!

[@dondunco2538]

The Full Monty is a comedy that you NEED to watch. It's about an ironworker in Ireland/Britain trying to raise money to keep his son with him.

[@rainbowpegacornstudios]

I love the music video for this movie. Which so happens to include "Mikey". My favorite line IN the movie is: "This definitely rates about a 9.0 on my weird shit-o-meter."

[@aklimar2208]

Well done recommending this to our Whimsory. Knew she would like the bug.

[@anon3780]

I like Whimsory's reactions.

[@adaddinsane]

Incredible performance by D'Onofrio in this - guy's an amazing actor.

[@IggyStardust1967]

Yeah, but a terrible Marine. ;)

[@wiccalady9948]

@@IggyStardust1967 A good shot though...yikes.

[@TheFalconerNZ]

Yes watch the next 2, lots of fun & answers some questions asked here. Favourite scenes; J's reaction to the pawn store owner's gun collection & saying he will be back to talk about the stolen goods & finding out his teacher was an alien, "I knew it".

[@Arthur_King_of_the_Britons]

You know Whimsory there's nothing stopping you keeping a full watch along as a Patreon exclusive - no long outro, no YT edit. Lots of reactors do that for less popular films

[@Whimsory]

I do. 😊

[@TheRemyLeBeau]

Men in Black II & III are actually worth watching and reacting to. It's one of the few movies where the sequels actually don't suck. They may not be 'as good' as the first one, but they still manage to keep the same vibe, humor and atmosphere, which is a huge part of what made the first movie so good.

[@tsogobauggi8721]

This is one of the most skilfully made movies in every way. Also one of the films that I like the most. And it's a movie you can watch again many times and it is still great and funny. :)

[@Uncle_T]

Great movie and Vincent D'Onofrio us absolutely brilliant.

[@dannygjk]

I was surprised back when I found out Z was Rip Torn. Rip Torn is as old as dust.

[@billbabcock1833]

That was, without a doubt, the cutest sneeze I've ever seen.

[@Wannabe_Baby]

That movie you never heard of at 30:56, "The Full Monty", you should watch that one too. It's another comedy, so you'll probably like it. :) Only one other reactor has watched it and I really want more people to check it out.

[@Lacessit]

I second this. The late Tom Wilkinson amonst others in a hilarious and touching story.

[@thescourgeofathousan]

It’s really interesting that you said “he could have given her brain damage” in your analysis and praised J for caring about that. The interesting part is that in fact it was never established that that was an actual possibility. But J’s concern about it made you feel positively towards him and therefore caused you to take that concern onboard as fact. It’s a technique that confidence tricksters like marketers, politicians and lawyers (oh and the illegal ones who just take peoples money) use all the time to influence people’s beliefs. They incept ideas and beliefs into people like that all the time.

[@mikebrown7799]

Hello Miss Whimsory!😊 "Bless you"😉 The trilogy is worth watching. People seem to favor the first and third films the most. I don't acknowledge the existence of a fourth film. Ah, you're a fan of "The Worms".😊 Great reactions and outro to this fun sci-fi flick, Miss Whimsory!!!🎬👏👏👏👏

[@kendallshimabukuro6250]

Another solid reaction. Your reactions are always worth waiting for because of how thorough your outtro is. Keep up the great work and I'll be looking forward to your next post. 👍🤙😊

[@PristinePerceptions]

00:34 If only there was a movie starring Pierce Brosnan, Rip Torn, and William Hurt 😂

[@jean-paulaudette9246]

Another Sonnenfeld film franchise that made a big splash was "The Addams Family" films. You can see rhe shared DNA in the opening titles, and the fact that the guy playing the tall Arquillian also played Lurch the butler.

[@hellomark1]

I couldn't place Lurch in this movie but I knew he looked familiar! Thank you!

[@bobapjok4241]

The Edgar suit was also so fascinating to me. That actor played that so well

[@torstenthenord]

Vincent D'Onofrio is a fantastic actor! He also played Kingpin in the "Daredevil" series on Netflix, and Pyle in Full Metal Jacket. He's the kind of guy that can do so many characters and roles that there's no way to type-cast him

[@BJThury]

Hiya Whims, your reactions are on spot everytime... 00:20 that was the cutiest sneeze ever 🥰 28:23 no, I'm too attached to my family, I couldn't do it 😐 32:08 yes, both MiB2 and MiB3 are enjoyable movies......avoid at all cost the fourth.

[@MrGadfly772]

You will no doubt get recommendations for the sequels and that's kind of a mixed bag. This really is the best of the best of the best.

[@morketthedarkspirit285]

Practical effects were amazing in this movie! And yes! They were weird and scary sometimes! But that's how sci-fi and horror movies were back then! Every actor was unique and interesting especially the bug dude! 😂

[@skatedurr]

whim's purple outfit is fire!

[@dragonforce525]

"Don't flash her TOO many times." Another classic/innocent quote from Whimsory.

[@Renee2000]

What happened to Ivan? 😂 Omg I'm still laughing so hard at the "We Gave Him A Break!" cut, I had to pause bc !FINALLY! there is someone out there who understands my sense of humor 🤣

[@XXdocdropXX]

Keep doing what you’re doing! You have very expressive eyes, smile, voice & personality. Keep going on auditions and one day you’ll definitely get hired. Good luck.

[@joshb6960]

Great Reaction and Analysis as always Whimsory! Love each of your videos

[@paulteese4221]

22:38 was one of the most weirdly spontaneous moments I've ever seen in a reaction.

[@OhitsGeo]

Omg what happened to your arm were you hurt?? I hope you feeling better 🤕🙏🏽

[@HARRi81_UK]

"weee! choo." ha ha, the cutest sneeze ever.

[@henrytjernlund]

Awesome reaction. Thank you.

[@vytallicaq.6881]

We all knew you'd be a super-cute sneezer.🤧😂🥰

[@kimghanson]

"Awkward and quirky while intelligent and thoughtful." Oh, kinda like our favorite reactor. 😉

[@tahliasgoddaddy]

Yes. The 2nd and 3rd movies are worth watching.

[@shmick6079]

Whoa, now you need to check out “The Full Monty” - a classic!

[@rafaucett]

Another fun reaction! I always look forward to a new reaction video from Whimsory! Cheers! 🙂

[@davebrayfb]

Love your reactions Whimsory, they are always soooooooooo funny and very wholesome, which is nice.

[@rulerwatchman]

I don't think I'd mind being mind-wiped. I'd at least be able to watch all your videos for the first time again!

[@DylansPen]

I think Rip Torn is a very good actor. He's also in Summer Rental the John Candy movie.

[@ForeverInDreams237]

New to ur channel. Havent seen this one in forever...You made me remember that this film was actually a really fun watch. Thank you for the fun video. (more horror films soon 😊😊)

[@winstonemerson2439]

Love your reviews and personality.

[@ccthomas]

Oh, The Full Monty? Also a really good movie! You should watch.

[@P5YcHoKiLLa]

0:20 WHAT THE PIKACHU!? 21:52 "Was"

[@user-wr9ej6xe4j]

The guy who played Edgar went on to be a lead detective in Law And Order SVU for over 20 years. You should look up a clip of the show so you can get a good laugh seeing him as a normal person. It took me years to realize that was him! Also MIB 3 is liked a lot more than #2 so you'll have fun with that

[@hellomark1]

He was also "Private Pile" in Full Metal Jacket, and Kingpin in Daredevil. He's amazing.

[@peperino25]

', Please keep reacting to this trilogy! *my favorite is the 3rd one!*

[@jh5131]

I think the 3rd is my favorite too good villain and good ending

[@Renee2000]

Mine too!

[@agarven1]

3rd is my favorite as well

[@ninjabluefyre3815]

UNDERRATED

[@samuraiwarriorsunite]

The most emotional is definitely the third.

[@safari9]

Whimsory : The fly swatter guy (16:05) I think you would have done just as well as that actor...I feel like the role fits you perfectly.

[@jesse33cdn]

So good to see you again kid! ❤

[@BigJohnLXV]

I love the Whimsory awards!

[@McPh1741]

Danny Elfman makes great movie music. I never would have though that the lead singer for Oingo Boingo would go on to have such a accomplished career scoring movies.

[@ads2686]

the full monty is a very good movie, so good that disney brought it back forva mini series on disney +.

[@bobbyj5375]

Great choice of movie.....Loved the reaction, YOU are so entertaining. Enjoy your day.

[@jasonklenetsky5687]

Man, I really like your movie reactions, Whimsory. 😊 I basically grew up in a video store. Seen so many movies. 🍿🎥 I agree about Will Smith, can’t picture anyone else doing the part justice. I won’t comment on the sequels. Only because my memory is like yours. J/k, but I can’t remember them. I just got done watching your Momento reaction. Ever seen “In Bruges”?, with Colin Farrell? Bit dark, but good. Anywho, cheers till next time.

[@michalkuban9888]

0:18 Dammit, just 20 seconds in and I had to hit the like button already, thanks for the lulz!

[@FattyMcFatkins]

Fun reaction video. I watched this in the theater when I was turning 17. Time flies like this movie.

[@MetabolicSpore0]

The Full Monty is pretty good. You should give it a go.

[@sailinbob11]

Nobody ever thinks about it but you could party all ya want off planet.

[@mikejankowski6321]

That was lots of fun! You are as entertaining as this film. Great discussion.

[@1970Coronet_green]

I ❤ watching your reviews. You are a treasure 😂 Keep up the good work 👍.....

[@jocamd3941]

I like the sneeze remix at the end. 😊

[@billfrantz1638]

I get so excited when I find a new reaction channel! Let's go!

[@billfrantz1638]

2 & 3 managed to stay good, while 4 was less popular, it was fine. I think there was a cartoon too.

[@ViolentKisses87]

Best youtuber hair award goes to..... Whimsory.

[@rejdechenes2083]

You have the cutest sneeze ever! 😄

[@Sherman1fan]

Love all you expressions! More in the next one. Always take a pause when there are scenes with the Twin Towers ( 2 scenes I think).

[@cmr8er8]

@0:23 Bless you😁

[@solitarymaninblack]

Good editing. Great reaction.

[@lukeanatr]

Very cool movie, always loved Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith's dynamic in this, they got great chemistry

[@XoiZhiv]

giving a thumbs up for "giving him a break" :D

[@liabowden8526]

I know you watched Galaxy Quest. Did you notice? Reggie the Squid's dad is the Thermian Quellec! By Grabthar's Hammer!💚💚💚🐙🦑

[@charlescallen460]

What an absolutely excellent reaction 🙂

[@Josiah-X]

One of my favorite 90s Classics. I’m glad you enjoyed it.👌🏿😎🌴🌙 You definitely have to check out Men In Black the animated series. That was a classic, funny, adventurous series as well. 👌🏿 I think for your next movie reaction should be enemy of the state, another Will Smith, Gene Hackman film.

[@TommygunNG]

I’d “do it.” I go with the job as long as I felt I could actually do the job. The people in my life that I do care about know me well enough to know that I was either doing something good, or dead. My only condition would be that I keep my cat.

[@Rabbits6ix]

"But he was soo cute and naked" lmao 🤣🤣🤣

[@zzekezzypt]

Ok, it wasn't a big role but how come you didn't talk more about Jeebs? His (few) lines and his facial expressions were awesome. Hope we see him again in MiB II 😁😁😁

[@DFWTexan42]

II and III are good. Whether they are as good, or better, than the original is a matter of great debate.

[@eidrenkeeg6487]

For the record.... For many many moons, "uuugghh" is my 50/50 response for for any type of greeting someone gives, (I e "hi/hello") or a asks (I e. How are you doing today?") 😊😊