Ooh La! Cake! THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL Movie Reaction, First Time Watching

Ralph Fiennes and Tony Revolori lead a legit bad b*tch cast in this instant classic directed by Wes Anderson. If you like masterfully curated design and cinematography featuring colors and textures that make your insides fizz like soda pop, then you'll love this full movie reaction to The Grand Budapest Hotel.
*excuse the runtime but this movie is so good I practically made a full length commentary 🥴

[@halfanimatronic1649]

I'm thankful Wes didn't show Gustave die. "In the end they shot him" was enough to break my heart. I love this film to pieces.

[@chickendrawsdogs3343]

One thing that strikes me about Mr. Gustave is that just like Zero later in life, he was also "deeply and truly lonely". He had no family, no close friends until Zero came along, and so he hid his loneliness with sex, luxury and vain people, which also explains why he was quick to make Zero his sole heir, to have someone who can carry on his legacy.

[@sonofmoss]

I think the shot of Agatha facing the camera either lights twirling around her is the most beautiful shot in the movie. A movie filled with beautiful shots and cinematography.

[@AlandaParker]

so. freakin. dreamy. 😍

[@oliverconway6960]

Totally agree.

[@billybonkas3590]

I think that’s how zero sees her on a daily basis

[@TCHC85]

This is one of my "cozy" movies. I just curl up under the blankets and enjoy.

[@chriskelly3481]

Laugh like a loon and cry like a baby. 😆👍

[@vebration35]

👍👍👍

[@DomR1997]

Your name checks out, and what's worse, I agree lol.

[@CaitDuffy13]

This is one of my favorite movies. I first watched it having no idea what I was getting myself into, having no frame of reference for anything Wes Anderson had done, and it blew me away. What Ralph Fiennes did for M. Gustave in this movie is what Meryl Streep did for the character of Miranda Priestly in Devil Wears Prada. Gave 110% and made an already good film THAT much better.

[@AlandaParker]

🙌🏾 Absolutely this

[@reservoirdude92]

Wes is one of the greatest American filmmakers of the 21st century, and I'll fight anyone to the death over this fact.

[@berraloks]

period

[@kldawson53]

So late to this but I completely agree. His movies are each so unique while maintaining a similar flavor. Excellent storytelling, interesting dialog, beautiful visuals. I don't understand the hate for Wes Anderson. I think his films are amazing.

[@reservoirdude92]

The thing is that every filmmaker, musician, author, whoever, has a distinct style. They may implement that style in different ways, but you can still see it at play no matter what they create. That's why the hatred (by an admittedly select group of "film fans") is so baffling to me.

[@ai6600]

100000 percent agree

[@jboy55]

@@kldawson53 The hate is weird, you have to go out of your way to seek out a Wes Anderson film, His style is not something that has leaked into the mainstream and is replicated everywhere. People have this weird demand that every film produced has to be to their liking and anyone doing something they don't like is some great offence to them.

[@tubekulose]

Wes Anderson was inspired to this movie by Stefan Zweig's literature. That's why these scenaries look like a fairy tale version of a post-Austro-Hungarian country.

[@agenttheater5]

post one world 1? When you read Stefan Zweig's suicide note written after ww2 (he'd managed to get out of Austria before the war started) after seeing this movie it does almost feel like you can hear M. Gustav's voice reading it. It's very calm and polite

[@tubekulose]

@@agenttheater5 I agree!

[@TheAndroidBishop]

Read "beware of pity" and you'll immediately understand the influence on this movie

[@samovarsa2640]

Just wanted to say, thanks to this comment I managed to grab a bunch of Zweig's stuff and have been enjoying them quite a bit. Thank you!

[@tubekulose]

@@samovarsa2640 🙂👍

[@MeatSim9]

Fantastic Mr Fox is another of his fantastic movies. All stop-motion too.

[@joshsteinjohnston3887]

YES!!!!

[@DeezyCheezy]

Life is a comedy when viewed in detail, a tragedy when viewed as a whole. That’s the sort of beautifully melancholy vibe this film leaves me with.

[@nailbiter976]

Ralph is legendary as M. Gustave.

[@AlandaParker]

a master at work 🙌🏾

[@stiofanmac3376]

Ralph Fiennes was other worldly in this performance truly one for the ages what a fantastic actor and what a phenomenal movie to boot

[@blackblake3658]

Insane he wasn't nominated for an Oscar.

[@judgegiant8951]

Marvellous film. My friend had to force me watch it and I am forever grateful that she did. Great reaction

[@AlandaParker]

so amazing! and thank you 😊

[@SaraBanartist]

I need to use "let's change the subject. I'm leaving"

[@AlandaParker]

😂 🙌🏾

[@Qualimar]

I love this film. It always make me laugh and cry. I love the ending, especially the very last lines; it's very sad but very beautiful.

[@AlandaParker]

Same EXACTLY

[@grymlohke9919]

I love how most Wes Anderson films always have a huge sadness underneath his whimsical design, directing and story telling. And the emotional gut punch toward the end always shakes me. My personal favorite, The Life Aquatic, hits a little more with every viewing.

[@redtailzephier4141]

More Wes Anderson films is needed, a great filmmaker to dive into

[@Abbadonhades]

This is my favourite Wes Anderson movie, by several miles. Also I never knew Ralph Fiennes had it in him, he's funny as all hell.

[@ellesinky8667]

Ralph Fiennes showed a smidge of it in the excellent movie In Bruges, that I highly recommend.

[@Abbadonhades]

@@ellesinky8667 I agree, I also thought that was an excellent movie.

[@blackblake3658]

@@Abbadonhades He's an amazing actor and can play anything. I thought his not getting an Oscar nomination for this was a bigger snub than his not winning Schindler's List. Wes got a best picture and best director nod. No way is this best picture worthy with Wes' regular band of boys. Fiennes ate this role.

[@agenttheater5]

10:28 Well when they're 80 that means they've got a lifetime to have built up their skills. I think the old women who visit the hotel know he might not really mean it when he says 'I love you' and that he says it to all the other elderly women who come to stay, but they go because of the illusion he creates. He makes them feel attractive so they come to enjoy being in an illusion.

[@AlandaParker]

age def breeds wisdom 😂I think a part of him does love them, or at least loves the reflection of himself that he sees in their eyes. They're both enjoying the illusion

[@deedee5491]

Oh, that was fun watching your reaction to this movie. I absolutely love its sense of style, the cinematography, the pacing, the humour... everything. Even if someone doesn't like Wes Anderson's movies, you'd have to respect the sheer amount of effort he puts into every shot. Glad to see you enjoyed it, and have a lovely rest of your weekend!

[@AlandaParker]

Thank you!! 🥰 I loved it so much. This man has such a clear point of view, so beautifully layered and textured. I'm floored.

[@kirkdarling4120]

Such an interesting, quirky movie, and entertaining. It was nice watching your reaction, because nobody in my circle will watch it with me.

[@AlandaParker]

I love this for us! 😄 so good! your circle is missin out!

[@Shiftworker247]

I enjoyed the reaction as well. Like yourself I find that people I know don't enjoy movies like this that are a little off the beaten path. That replacement picture of 'Boy With Apple' had my sides hurting from laughing. Also, the escape scene...'You GD snitch!'

[@steveewunder]

This is my favorite movie by a wide margin. I couldn't tell you how many times I've watched it, but I can guarantee that it never gets old

[@kurtn4819]

Once again, You are one of, if not the best in the reaction genre. I've seen 20-30 different channels & I'm very impressed by your total content. Intelligent, meaningful, coherent, articulate, funny & real. Great PIP placement, levels, editing, minimal but poignant commentary & a natural sense for when to speak & when to not. Honestly, I think you should be a writer (comedy, talk shows, series). Tough life but opens many a door. Keep it up!

[@vahauser51]

I've watched The Grand Budapest several times. To me, it is by far the best Wes Anderson movie. His other movies are less consistent to me. But yours was a great reaction. Spot on.

[@AlandaParker]

I loved it so much! def gonna check out some others that've been suggested; interested to compare. and Thank you!! 😊

[@kennynthejets]

I hope you plan on doing all of Wes Anderson movies . Very dope

[@AlandaParker]

After this one I definitely want more!

[@BBFilms88]

@@AlandaParker start from the beginning, “bottle rocket”

[@classiclife7204]

Anderson has his critics; I occasionally feel like one myself. But this movie was the distillation of all his best qualities as a stylist and storyteller. A complete delight.

[@RakeeshJ4]

‘Fucking phenomenal’. It really was:) Visually, musically, thematically, humorously, writing-ly, it was all marvelous. Not only as an adjective for great, but as a description of how it made me marvel to think of the breadth of human experience it covered while being-on a very surface level-silly and pithy, on a surface level. It also embodies something that’s so difficult to describe, but that very powerful: the ache, the sting, the sadness of loss-not only of M. Gustave and Agatha, but of the Grand Budapest. And not only their loss, but their loss far enough back in time and in such circumstances that few, save for the book and the Author-will ever even know they existed. And yet, to me, the film somehow portrays these things while also being somehow comforting. Somehow, the story conveys that even though they’re lost, it’s still good that they existed.

[@stevendunn2501]

While a Wes Anderson film can be either hit or miss, this and few others (especially The Royal Tenenbaums and The Life Aquatic) are pure gold. Gold, I say!

[@stevendunn2501]

Almost forgot about Rushmore.

[@AlandaParker]

I have GOT to re-watch Royal Tenenbaums with my adult eyes and memory 😂 and I'll def be checkin out the others

[@ellesinky8667]

It was so gripping watching your reaction to this movie, I'm so happy to have found someone who loves as much as I did.

[@1938superman]

You pick some good ones. This is BY FAR my favorite Wes Anderson movie.

[@DamonBowles]

Loved your reaction to such a great film. So beautiful and original.

[@AlandaParker]

Thank you! 🥰 It is such a gorgeous film

[@redcardinalist]

I love, nay adore this movie. I watched the opening scene about a dozen times before watching the rest of the film and I knew, from that opening, that I would love it.😍 The movie also makes good points about how to treat immigrants and refugees and that we should treat everyone with politeness, kindness and respect

[@bobbyboi1743]

16:09 the funny thing is, the painting they replace boy with apple with is actually priceless in real life

[@rainydaydreamawy]

One of the best films ever made.

[@jenniferrussellstudio]

Wonderful film! Great watching it with you. My favorite Wes Anderson film is Moonrise Kingdom. Recommend.

[@AlandaParker]

SO good! and thank you 😊. I'll check it out!

[@pattymurphy7565]

this movie is beautiful and tragic and hilarious. It has sadness embedded in the comedy and vice versa, it feels unreal. The colors, I could write an essay on the colors, how everything flows, the beauty. Everything Anderson does, is beautiful and odd, its hard to describe his movies to people who have never seen them, because you want to go into heavy detail about them.

[@BBFilms88]

I watch this every Christmas now. It’s soooo GOOD! You’re reactions have been 💯 btw

[@AlandaParker]

It is truly incredible! and Thank you so much!! 😊

[@BBFilms88]

@@AlandaParker you’re very welcome! Keep doing what you’re doing 🤘🏻

[@rzlittle]

When I haven't watched a Wes Anderson movie in a while, I remember them as being too twee and slightly pretentious, but then I watch them and they are so fucking delightful.

[@josephblumenberg6574]

Rushmore is a must watch!

[@Ansemrp]

This is one of my favorite movies. The scenes and set pieces are beautiful, and it keeps you in suspense the whole way through with just the right amount of subtle and strange humor. It was so much fun seeing you enjoy this film, I was laughing right along with you. "Gunther was slain in the catacombs."

[@AlandaParker]

It's honestly brilliant!!! *and that's seriously one of the best lines in a film FILLED with incredible lines 🤣🤣🤣

[@guyedwards22]

Only video I've ever seen of yours, and I can safely say you're probably my favorite 'react' genre channel. Very smart and quick on the uptake with commentary that feels like I'm casually watching with a friend, not trying to be too analytical :) You're great!

[@ellesinky8667]

This, The Darjeeling Limited, and The Fantastic Mr Fox are my favourites. I loved all of Wes Anderson movies so far though.

[@marcusthompson1031]

Wes Anderson mind is creative af, his style, dialog, imagine living with a brain like that! Fresh off your talk to me review, had to throw some joy in my life after that one.

[@tigerjonn]

I think this is Wes Anderson's best film,... All his experience and and skills accumulating into one masterpiece...

[@radicaladz]

Glad to know you enjoyed this - I saw this in the Electric Cinema, my favourite local arthouse theater which, like the Grand Budapest itself, is one of a dying breed of bespoke locations. My own Wes Anderson knowledge is not encyclopedic, but since you enjoyed this, I would recommend checking out Moonrise Kingdom, Fantastic Mr Fox and Isle of Dogs; he's also got a new film coming out soon called The French Dispatch.

[@apatternedhorizon]

Isle of dogs is great and M. Gustave is also Voldemort btw

[@triumphofmagic]

The deaths at the end are so, so sad. I love this movie.

[@SorchaSublime]

bill murray is notoriously hard to get into a film. you have to phone his number, wait for it to go to answering machine, make a pitch and hope he calls back. hence why you rarely see him in anything other than fairly major roles. wes anderson is one exception. no matter what the film or role, he can merely leave a time and a place and bill will be there. he is the only filmmaker who can rely on bill murray to play relatively unimportant side characters. bill murray is just the most notable example of this, basically every big name actor who has ever worked with him is eternally willing to fill any role he wants them to.

[@ZaimGamePlay]

that pause when Jud say "..... Why Blonde" got me haha

[@Justitia_Nomen]

This was a great reaction to a personal favorite of mine. A movie very similar to this came out not too long ago (also has Tilda Swinton and a host of recognizable cast members) was The French Dispatch. It was so quirky and weird and hilarious and also made me cry. If you haven’t seen it, PLEASE react to it I know you’ll enjoy :)

[@obscillesk]

'Every scene is just so *lush*' that's a great description of it, yea

[@epiccarlover4175]

First time with you Good humour Intelligent And fun watching with you Thanks x

[@AlandaParker]

Thank YOU 😊 !!

[@janewatkins9801]

Such a wonderful review, thanks so much for that 😊 ♥. This movie is a masterpiece, an absolute work of art.

[@Th3Downz]

This may sound weird since it's only a year old, but this is definitely a comfort video for me. I've come back to it a few times before this, and it always have the same effect. You're just super fun to watch movies with.

[@AlandaParker]

🥰🥰🥰

[@inquisitorkenithar704]

Ich danke dir vielmals für deine Anteilnahme an einem der besten Filme aller Zeiten. Es freut mich sehr, das es so viele Menschen gibt, die den Film so sehr genießen, wie ich es tu. Ich freue mich schon auf deine nächsten Clips 🤩

[@BWS891]

This is one of my fave movies, your reaction was a delight

[@AlandaParker]

😊

[@acevedoa89]

Hey loved your reaction! A lot of people can't adequately appreciate this film and I'm happy you did!

[@AlandaParker]

I loved it so much 😭and Thank you!!

[@OGJessie]

Wes is my favourite director...His movies remind me of old french films with an uncomfortable yet hilarious feel to it...I love it..very similar feel to felix colgrave's double king short animation.

[@1938superman]

It's a glorious movie. I enjoyed watching it again. Even in clips. Thanks for doing this one.

[@AlandaParker]

It is such a winner 🙌🏾

[@susanmaggiora4800]

This was so much fun! Wes Anderson movies are perfect for reactions😆

[@maciek8159]

Alanda Parker I gotta say this is one of the best reactions i've ever seen. This is my first time viewing your videos. Bravo! The editing is awesome cuz most people cut out all the good scenes in their reaction but you included everything possible. Ill check out more of your stuff

[@ChristopherZavalaVlogs]

The Grand Budapest Hotel is definitely one of my favorite Wes Anderson films of all time! Next to Moonrise Kingdom. You should also react to Moonrise Kingdom

[@traceyreid4585]

So glad I found your channel, its like watching movies with a like minded pal... I laughed out loud several times to your reaction here! Great choice and good early call on Tilda under all that make up!

[@jaykaufman9782]

For those who loved the film and the stories of Stefan Zweig which inspired it, be sure to give a look to the works of Avram Davidson, especially his "Engelbert Eszterhaszy" short stories, the novel "Peregrine Secundus" (and "Peregrine Primus"), and Davidson's historical essays collectively called "Tales of Unhistory."

[@HerbSparks]

This movie and The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou are my two favorite Anderson films. "He brings the Zissou"

[@lloydsin9455]

they all here (actors) because of Wes Anderson. hes the last Stylebender.

[@froziac3509]

You're reaction to this was so great and positive, I sadly don't watch Expanse, Fear of the Walking Dead or Walking Dead. I've subscribed, I can't wait for another reaction and maybe when you do another movie or show I like. Edit: Just to add what's most important, the way you catch onto things, remember and your perspective in general strikes me as so intelligent and is very refreshing, can't wait for more reactions.

[@AlandaParker]

wow thank you so much 😊I'm definitely gonna to keep doing movies and I have some other TV shows on my list that I'll get to; hopefully you're into some of those! In the meantime, don't hesitate to give me suggestions of stuff you like! maybe I'll like it too!!

[@BigMike246]

It just gets better every time you watch it.

[@AlandaParker]

I can already feel this!

[@commanderkruge]

Oh my, have to watch this, it looks beautiful and is acted by people I love to watch working!

[@AlandaParker]

it's a definite winner!

[@williamwong1982]

My favourite Wes Anderson

[@willwalker6894]

Wes Anderson is a auteur GOAT

[@youyeedyourlasthaw]

holy shit i had no idea you watched this, so glad i scrolled down. this movie is probably one of the strangest yet most amazing ive ever seen

[@MichaelPhillipsatGreyOwlStudio]

You really can't go wrong with Wes Anderson, but my five favorites in order are: The Grand Budapest Hotel, Moonrise Kingdom, The Royal Tenenbaums, Isle of Dogs, and Rushmore.

[@ganjanaut]

yeah this, some geometrically positioned shots in it:)

[@druellapartee2010]

It was Nominated for an Academy Award

[@callousHeart]

"I said 'be persuasive', not 'behead'!" God if only that was an actual quote in the movie

[@alexthomas962]

One of my favorite films. The ending always gets me 😢 even though the film is hilarious on its own, I laughed so much because of your quips and observations!

[@jasondaniels640]

Love the reaction. Dope job.

[@uvion]

First video I've seen on your channel. One of my favorite films, and you knocked it out of the park! Subbed.

[@AlandaParker]

Yay! Thanks 😊

[@samovarsa2640]

I do like this film - it's a tragedy disguised as a comedy. And I too recommend 2006 'The Fall'. If you thought THIS was beautiful, you will be blown away by the Fall.

[@rebeccageorgesisto8965]

My favorite film ever made. I highly recommend Moonrise Kingdom-also lovely.

[@DarkBath]

Wes is one of my favourite directors, i can recommend pretty much any of this movies, they are all great.

[@got2bjosh]

The Royal Tenenbaums (2001; 1 Oscar nom; $71M), The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014; 4 Oscars; $173M), and Moonrise Kingdom (2012; 1 Oscar nom; $68M) are his three best and most successful films. The Concrete Masterpiece was my favorite vignette in The French Dispatch (2021).

[@donktec]

Yes! This movie is incredible, so much happening and everything is ... just so... Please watch The Life Aquatic, if you haven't already!

[@julielabrouste6344]

That was a delightful reaction :)

[@AlandaParker]

Thank you 🥰

[@kineographBOT]

I only have one word to describe Wes Anderson movies; Fun!

[@Bringmethehorizondude]

Bravo. You’re the first reactor I’ve encountered who actually recognized that that is Tilda Swinton!

[@bigfrankfraser1391]

bill murray said in an interview that wes anderson gets an automatic yes, essentially all wes has to do to get bill is just say "hey bill its wes"

[@sabalos]

Great choice, I love this movie. It's got some of the best cinematic swearing of all time.

[@AlandaParker]

😄🙌🏾

[@joesky011]

Your comments were very articulate and insightful. Glad you enjoyed the movie.

[@Troyxsoldier]

I love quirky movies like these. And I am looking forward to your Isle of Dogs review.

[@wesleyrodgers886]

Happy you enjoyed it so much. One of my favorite off kilter movies. (Suggestion. 'Hot Shots'.)

[@allier1867]

love this movie! one of the greats imo.

[@lindy1642]

Princess bride is another funny one..

[@TheseDarkWoods]

Thank you. This might be my favourite movie of the 2010’s.

[@vicegamer6944]

Damn I need to watch this again. I saw this in theater but omg the room was so uncomfortable. I’m tempted to find the meltable mints for this movie!

[@jameseady7751]

Life aquatic was my movie in my twenties. But in my ending thirties, grand budapest is my thing now lol. Should watch life aquaticcccc tho lol.

[@WatchMeMovie]

Really enjoyed your reaction to this, new sub! Thank you

[@AlandaParker]

Thank YOU 😊

[@piepowa]

Great reaction!

[@explodingplant2]

I love Wes Anderson. And I don't disagree with Family Guy's description of his movies as: it's like you ate a pot brownie and woke up in a Hallmark card.

[@thefatman2780]

ABSOLUTELY ADORE YOU & YOUR CONTENT