*Mental Health Counselor * reacts | THE GREEN MILE | FIRST TIME WATCHING (1999) Movie Reaction|

You all were right. This movie is a MASTERPIECE! Thank you for the recommendation peeps.
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[@foxtaco]

I've been informed many of times..that its a mouse..not a rat..lets talk about the movie and its themes 🙏🏿♥️

[@mestupkid211986]

This is Stephen King's way of saying that we would execute Jesus Christ a second time if he came back. John Coffey is an analog for Christ.

[@cadendance976]

Del was autistic, creating social barriers which drove him to heavy drinking. One night of long drinking lead him to assaulting a teenager before taking her life in fear of what she would say. He didn't mean to hurt her, but he did, so they killed him for it.

[@jontk]

OK, he wasn't an angel, he was The Christ.

[@cadendance976]

@@jontk he was neither. John has the touch, the supernatural power set of the Stephen King mythos.

[@crazyratlady3026]

I was 16 when this one hit the theater. I was also (still is) a big Stephen King fan. I had not read the book back then, so I went in with no knowledge. People were crying and screaming and laughing, and when the movie was done, everyone just sat there until the credits were done. People were hugging strangers and comforting eachother on the way out. A true masterpiece on so many levels

[@gsquat]

Same! Turned 41 yesterday.

[@sarahstardust]

Beautiful movie. It's so easy to love some of the characters. Besides John and Paul, I really love Brutal. He's a big guy and usually quiet and patient, so it feels so deserved every time he lays hands on Percy. He's such a good friend to Paul too, immediately on board with whatever he has in mind for helping Melinda and following him when he leaves the Mile. That and his occasional joke adds a subtle bit of humor. "I always carry a spare mouse in my pocket" lol.

[@donnilloyd1355]

I think that YOU are the first person/reactor to specifically state how good the actor who played Percy was. Everyone says that they hatedb him or his character. But thery don't mention how good the actor was. It takes someone REALLY GOOD at their job to make EVERY single person hate them. Great Post. And thank you for stating something that needs to be sated. Evenj if we hate the character, the actor needs credit. 👍 2 Thumbs Up 👍

[@DonRoccoRicardo]

I've seen a few reactors mention it, the ones who don't, the comments make it loud and clear. The POS who played Percy was dynamite in this role... Because it wasn't a stretch for him lol

[@bjm9071]

You cut out my favorite lines at the end! “We each owe a death, there are no exceptions, I know that, but sometimes, oh God, the Green Mile is so long.”

[@foxtaco]

Sorry about that full lines are on patreon

[@thra-x1855]

'still today' man those two words really fill me with sadness, to think that people are still so quick to judge. all i can do is try to remember how far we've come (society i mean) and try to carry that spirit forward.

[@jeffthompson9622]

Thank you for introducing me to your channel with your reaction to one of my favorite films.

[@foxtaco]

No problem 😊

[@brandonmartin08]

The theory that John Coffey is Jesus was confirmed by Stephen King. Same initials, he heals and has other powers, lights follow him like a halo, people see him and say Jesus, “theys angels just like the ones up in heaven”. And the flies can be explained as the devil’s work because satan is often referred to as lord of the flies.

[@user-yv9vw6gq8c]

He's not though regardless maybe an angel at most

[@TechnicallyTexan]

He might represent a Jesus figure metaphorically, but I don’t think King meant to create a literal messiah character.

[@spencergrady4575]

Absolutely not Jesus, maybe an angel. He was not able to bring someone back from the dead. He was unable to take death back. "I couldn't take it back. I was too late."

[@christineraffa-diggon]

There are levels of empathy....❤

[@showard7153]

John's finale thought about human horror being the same all over the world, and that they kill them with their love, is true. I saw this in the theater and cried so hard. It was quiet but I could hear muffled sobs all around me.

[@alanwhetstone3922]

One of the best movies ever made this and Shawshank

[@foxtaco]

Might be next on my list

[@russellfarina9099]

Yes! You will love it!

[@Callisto_Arcas]

Another great reaction, and a beautiful insight into what it's like to watch this film from the perspective of someone who has worked in the mental health/behavioral field. Also, it's so wonderful to see how well you are doing after having a rough 1st half of this year. Stay well!

[@foxtaco]

Thank you so much....and yes..I wasnt sure I would be able to come back with how bad my vision had become..thank you for being here

[@Dionnecoburn]

You are always spot on!! You are one of my favorite U Tuber!!! You know and get all the the little by plays that goes on. Never change! Wishing you many blessings..

[@foxtaco]

🙏🏿 I appreciate the kind words..I'm just one big ass nerd lol🤓

[@Dionnecoburn]

@@foxtaco LOL!!!!I'm right there with you!

[@DonRoccoRicardo]

My man *gulped* 31 times in the last few min of this reaction... Thats and the proper way to react to this story.

[@KitsuneSnow17]

This will always be one of my favorites, and you’re right about all the actors’ portrayal of the characters…..love them or hate them (like Percy) they feel so real. The story connects with you on so many levels. It’s a heavy one, but thank you for watching and giving us this reaction. The commentary is incredible.

[@foxtaco]

Thanks kitsune 🙏🏿❤️

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

The actor who plays Percy is a real life villain. He married a 16 year old model when he was 50.

[@foxtaco]

🤢 wait what?👀..if true, that's disgusting to say the least..and shouldn't that be illegal..ehh don't answer that let me do some research

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

@@foxtaco google Doug Hutchinson and Courtney Stodden.

[@eva11883]

​@@foxtacough not with parental consent. The whole thing was revolting, and of course Doug Hutchinson tried to play the victim when everyone, including his family, ghosted him. It actually makes me think of Justin Long's character in Barbarian.

[@saaamember97]

The "flies" in this movie represent all the evils and illnesses in the world. Aside from being a seer, and an empath, John is a healer. He takes the insults from the body (i.e. cancer, infection, even death) and releases it back into the ether, where it dissipates into nothingness.

[@eva11883]

I always think of the concept of Sin Eaters from back in the day.

[@freyjabeth4372]

Aww, you missed the last bit! Makes me cry every time, great film and actors

[@jessicahedman3048]

a once in a life time must see movie

[@krisfrederick5001]

Tom Hanks is incapable of making a bad movie. Even when he plays a "local idiot" in Forrest Gump he's absolutely brilliant. This is often compared to Shawshank Redemption with good reason.

[@williamjones6031]

1. YOU WILL CRY😭😭😭😭 2. Dabbs Greer/old Paul was ill during production, so his part was done later. He also played Reverend Alden on "Little House on the Prairie". 3. Hammersmith was not a good lawyer. (most likely a racial thing. It was 1935 South.) 4. In the book King briefly covers why the Chief and Del are on death row. 5. This movie was nominated for Best Supporting Actor (MCD) and Best Cast but unfortunately neither won.😭😭 6. Players in other King adaptations: Jeffery DeMunn: Shawshank Redemption, The Mist, Storm of the Century and William Sadler: Shawshank Redemption, The Mist. David Morse: The Langoliers. Patricia Clarkson played Margarat White in King's remake of Carrie". Needless to say, it was a much different part. 7. Movie magic Electricity makes the body contract. Del wouldn't be able to scream. I know it' just for the movie because of the length of the execution scene. 8. IRL James Cromwell is a vegan and didn't want to grill meat for the BBQ scene but was told that in 1935 people actually ate meat so he agreed to have some on the grill. 9. RE Percy: Couldn't happen to a nicer guy. KARMA's a Bitch. BTW Kudos to Doug Hutchison for the great job of playing Percy. EVERYONE hates him.🤬 10. John also rescues the other patients at Briar Ridge. 11. IRL both David Morse and James Cromwell are about the same height as Michael Clarke Duncan.😇 They used planks, a small bed and smaller chair along with trick photography/angles to make John look taller. 12 The scene where John takes Mr. Jingles for safe keeping before Del's execution, they used a real mouse, and it pooped on Paul's shoulder, and he brushed it off. 13. Now we know what the "day old is fine" dry toast is for. 14 EVERYBODY cries and has to take time to reflect. Congratulations you just experienced. the GREATEST MOVIE EVER. (GOAT)🤩 15. Four words for you: Stephen King. You're WELCOME!

[@danayneal4409]

Percy/Hutchinson is just as disgusting in real life so no kudos from me for his "acting".

[@williamjones6031]

@@danayneal4409 It's well known he's a POS. He still did a great job in getting EVERYONE to hate him.

[@cadendance976]

All of Stephen King books are interconnected. Either taking place in the same world or one connected by the dark tower. John Coffey has the touch (or the shining) the supernatural ability which many characters have displayed throughout his writing career.

[@blizzywilk]

Always a pleasure to watch your channel Boss. Fantastic reaction. 👊🏽♥️

[@foxtaco]

🙏🏿♥️

[@sofa_king_kool]

When Brutal says "Paul, no..." to taking John's hand... He just saw John destroy two (awful) lives, and witnessed miracles, but he still cares about his friend to the point of not wanting him to take that risk. Fuggin' chef's kiss right there!

[@jderekwastaken]

I find theories taken from cultural osmosis pretty interesting if you want to share it, as you mentioned in the ending. No judgment for theories crafted before you see it all. There's a lot to this movie. The idea of "What would we do if Jesus appeared to us today?" defintiely applies. It's interesting the paralells set up by king: we hear the story from the point of view of Paul, a future apostle of Jesus who was afflicted and healed by Jesus. Meanwhile, Paul here is afflicted with an infection taken from him by John Coffey. He subsequently becomes a believer in his power and goes onto tell the story, much as Paul the apostle takes it as his job to share the message of Christ to the gentiles.

[@edwinclipper610]

One of my favorite movies love your reaction

[@jrod1591]

It’s absolutely the saddest movie of all time. I’m so many beautiful ways. Not just tragedy.

[@laurasmith2522]

I'm a good 100Xs in on watching this and ALWAYS CRY ON THE SAME PART. . . I

[@jeffthompson9622]

A venomous snake will only bite to secure its food or to defend itself. That can't be said of Percy.

[@danayneal4409]

Percy desired power but couldn't handle it. John had power but didn't want it.

[@rebo2610]

I subscribed to your channel. This is a great reaction, and I look forward to watching many more!

[@foxtaco]

🙏🏿♥️

[@ChefPatrickChase]

A UTI does hurt. I had one when I was eight, it felt like I was peeing staples

[@jeffthompson9622]

Bruce Willis made a lot of entertaining movies, but recommending Michael Clarke Duncan for this one might outshine anything he did on screen.

[@michaelatteberry6462]

That was one the most honest and smart reactions I have seen of this, tho you did cut the end off. I subscribed immediately

[@foxtaco]

Thanks 🙏🏿♥️ this was pretty early in my editing and youtube journey recored this bsck in 2023..this is a reupload

[@user-of1dj8rk5n]

love the movie , loved the reaction and the commentary. All around another banger reaction! see ya in the next one! (also this is a i will cry movie)

[@xzonia1]

Gene Kelly made beautiful movies; your mom has excellent taste. :) Really loved your reaction to this movie! I've seen this movie dozens of times, and I don't always cry at this point, but I cried again watching you react to it. Lovely consideration and discussion of what was happening.

[@stephenmason2151]

Did You notice the movie projector forming a halo around John?

[@foxtaco]

I actually did not

[@phtevenj]

if you havent read the story this revalation that John Coffey has powers hits EVRYONE like wtf.... i love it... also think about his initials J C?? im not religious but its a neat comparison

[@MatthewJamesKalasky]

That sure was a brutal execution sequence.

[@brandonflorida1092]

This was a great reaction and commentary. I'm happy that you're doing more movies.

[@gordondafoe3516]

Fox, this film was set in 1935. John would have been dropped immediately when found with the dead girls. Please react to "In the Heat of the Night", released in 1967. Not much change in white southern attitudes after 32 years. A fabulous story, and tremendous performances from Sidney Poitier and Rod Steiger. Brilliant! Enjoy.

[@laurasmith2522]

Great reaction to one of the Best moviez/ books @ Humanity, i.believe. ty for watching it

[@AnalyticalHeart]

Jordan Peterson explains this theme very well and why these types of stories resonate the most with us. It's the ultimate tragedy like in the crucifixion of Christ - the most worst possible punishment to the person who least deserves it. And not only do they not deserve it for their innocence but they are also as good as it gets as a person.

[@larrybell726]

I seem to recall that you had posted this reaction to the movie before, but that’s OK. With your particular experiences, your reaction to this movie is especially meaningful and I felt lucky to watch it again. Thank you.

[@foxtaco]

I did re upload..it was separated into parts and demonetized so I wanted to show it again

[@GryLi]

One of the best movies ever

[@foxtaco]

That's a FACT.

[@luisalbertocalla6649]

Great reaction! It's one of my 5 favorite movies. Greetings from Tandil, Argentina! 🇦🇷🤗

[@austin_jose]

Gotta let us know about that theory!

[@foxtaco]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 mmmmmmmm.. lol

[@austin_jose]

@@foxtaco Come on - drop that 2 minute vid, haha

[@terryconnelly484]

There's no telling how old john coffey is or was

[@JacquelineEdinger]

Oliver! Orphan movie. 😃

[@annaargeanton1292]

Doug Hutchison (Percy) had a bunch of real life drama. He married like a 17 year old girl or something like that. You don’t really see him much anymore.

[@sunnyj210]

She was 16. He was 51. The mom & him were friends or something (I think the SHE wanted to marry him) then signed her daughter ocer to let him marry her. They have since divorced & Shes all kinds of whack-a-doodle now. Not saying he IS percy but.... Definitely a CREEEEEP....

[@annaargeanton1292]

@@sunnyj210 🤣

[@user-zs4um9lw3n]

Don’t make that okra mushy, make it crispy…

[@StoryMing]

Would you please, *_please_* consider watching ‘The King’s Speech”?

[@AylaCT]

I always loose it at the same time that you did. The don't put me in the darks gets to me.

[@dionysiacosmos]

The audiobook is up on KZbin. The channel is Patrick Dennis McDonald, under playlists. He's got some great books on tape there while they last. The screenplay adaptation is wonderful but the book is better. Great reaction!

[@tbmkris]

Percy is a creep in real life too!

[@annaargeanton1292]

This is so cool. Are you watching the whole movie or just parts? Such a good film.

[@foxtaco]

Whole movie but the way youtube works I can't show the full film on here due to copyright..the full reaction is on my patreon

[@annaargeanton1292]

@@foxtaco gotcha. So glad I found your channel. I cried at the end of green mile too. I’ll be watching!

[@B355Y]

I definitely see John as either Jesus christ himself or an angel. His initials are J.C., after all, and he dies for others' sins. Also, it's like he was born yesterday. So child like and innocent. He's a conduit. He can sense and channel everything around him, good and evil. I believe the "flies" that come out of his mouth are simply "badness." He absorbs it and purges it. I also find John's attire interesting, I know it's of the period, but it also reminds me of babies or toddlers in those little dungarees. This is one of those movies I can watch many times and have different thoughts or feelings from the themes. Such a classic EDIT: i find it interesting that they dont tell us the crimes of some of the prisoners. How would we the audience feel about the characters if we did know ?

[@sunnyj210]

I know what Dell did according to the book. Personally, it didnt change my perception too much bc I don't think Dell was mentally capable of understanding his consequences. But it was a HEINOUS crime so I don't like to tell anyone until I get the ok bc I don't wanna ruin anyone else's experience! 😊

[@bradleybradley4363]

Jesus’s initials were not “J.C.” His last name was not “Christ”. That is a title, not a name.

[@B355Y]

@bradleybradley4363 I know that 😂 i said John's initials are J.C

[@stanleywiggins5047]

Man I'm disappointed that you didn't show old Mr Jangles at the end,😢

[@foxtaco]

Full reactions are on patreon..youtube copyright made me take it off

[@bravejango12]

How did i not hear about Jerry Springer passing away until this reaction?

[@foxtaco]

Crazy part this reaction is a year and a half old ..I just reposted it because alot of new viewers showed up 😬

[@eva11883]

Lol thank you for mentioning this. I was losing it watching this because I could have sworn I'd seen you watch this, but this was posted today and I couldn't reconcile the disconnect 😂😂​@@foxtaco

[@foxtaco]

🤣🤣🤣I posted it as 2 parts a year ago..anf they were demonetized because I left so much footage in so I clipped some stuff and re-uploaded it as 1 reaction

[@eva11883]

@@foxtaco makes sense haha. I have ADHD and my memory is basically useless, and I think it causes me to think things might be deja vu but in reality I had already seen or experienced something it just didn't stick in my swiss-cheese brain. Also I really like your reaction to this (and everyone else you've watched, more or less), it's comforting to be reminded that there are a lot of deeply empathetic people out there, contrary to what the world looks like most of the time. Thank you for reminding me that humans can be good, and kind🙏🏾

[@foxtaco]

♥️🙏🏿

[@prettyokandy230]

it's a great movie, that's for sure!

[@user-qz4xq7kk8m]

Welcome to the Percy Haters club!

[@angelagraves865]

(6:06) Probably not a lot of jailers shaking prisoners' hands.

[@christopherking4932]

Awesome reaction. Can you please watch a movie called ANY GIVEN SUNDAY.

[@user-yv9vw6gq8c]

Percy is evil

[@littleogeechee223]

Dude! What a disappointment! You got so far and don’t bother to react to some of the best dialogue in the film! My suggestion is it might be a thing to let the film finish before making your closing comments. You missed a lot of cool info during those last minutes of the movie. Mr. Jingles was a mouse. Rats are larger and heavier. Both are the best pets you’d ever want to have, though.

[@foxtaco]

www.patreon.com/foxtaco? Full reactions here. You can't post s full reaction on youtube

[@HonRevPTB]

This movie was especially difficult to watch, I was a doorman/bouncer/security at several popular clubs in Milwaukee, Michael Clarke Duncan did the same in Chicago, not too far away & I'd go down there to run around & see him at the door of a few places & always talk to him & he was a very kind man who I got to know a little bit, so when I see this & when I think about him passing, it really bothers me!!!