PHILADELPHIA (1993) | FIRST TIME WATCHING | MOVIE REACTION

[@retropyro]

When you remember Princess Diana sitting with and holding the hands of AIDS patients back in 1987 when the vast majority of the world wouldn't be in the same room without a mask and gloves. People were ignorant, the knowledge wasn't available, but that lady showed the world what compassion is.

[@BeyondVulgar]

💯

[@joshuagerthoffer2321]

She really was a loving soul.

[@howrued1500]

Truth.

[@Renegade2786]

Now in today's world, people are against wearing a mask around people that could have a virus (covid) that can pass on from person to person by close proximity.

[@MartinSmith156]

Madonna did a lot for AIDS patients too back then, many of her best friends died from it. In 1987, Madonna became the first artist to hold a concert just for AIDS fundraising

[@thefaithslayer2553]

This was the movie that transformed Tom Hanks' entire acting career. Prior to this, he was starring in movies like Splash, Big, The 'Burbs, Turner & Hooch, etc. After this, he was starring in movies like Forrest Gump, Apollo 13, Saving Private Ryan, The Green Mile, Castaway, etc. He went from being just a comedic actor to superstar.

[@asdfasdf7199]

this and a league of their own the year before.

[@calise616]

And I already loved him in the comedic roles.

[@hippychikforever]

This movie did a lot to bring humanity to suffering AIDS victims. Until then, people were terrified of the disease and given the choice, would choose cancer over it. My mom comforted her friend's brother as he was dying from it and she told me he cried when she touched his arm because no one, not even his sister, had touched him since the diagnosis.

[@rebo2610]

I've seen this movie several times, and cried a few times. I got teary-eyed when JL was fighting off the "ugly cry." But your comment made the tears come out. How sad that no one would touch a loved one because of the diagnosis! Thanks, friend's brother's Mom.

[@johnjr757]

The change in Denzel from being petrified of touching anything Tom touched at the beginning to the simple act of putting the mask back on in the hospital speaks volumes. 😢

[@Santino3989]

Not Denzel... the character he played

[@MontagZoso]

@@Santino3989You know what the commenter meant, sheesh, don’t be so nit picky.

[@MontagZoso]

John, totally agreed. I felt the same way.

[@christinegamache5893]

I have watched your reactions for a while. I've always loved your humor, your empathy, your compassion, your puppers. I'm in the LGBTQIA+ community, and this reaction really touched me. Thank you for being you. You make the world a brighter place.

[@horrorjunkiehayne]

My grandma was a nurse when the HIV epidemic first broke out. She saw many other nurses quit their jobs in order to avoid patients with the virus. The stories she has told me are heart shattering.

[@doncicci9608]

Bless your grandma.

[@LlamaLlamaMamaJamaac]

One of my nursing mentors was an RN in the San Francisco around that time, and if I repeat some of the stories she’s told I WILL cry

[@umecha1020]

My father died of AIDS 1994, when this movie came out, I couldn't watch it as my father was in and out of the hospital at the time...just hit too close to home. I finally watched it for the first time in 2000. I can't watch this movie without crying my eyes out.

[@horrorjunkiehayne]

I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@chynnabartee7208]

I’m sorry for your loss as well. My mother lost her long battle with AIDS in September 2013. My father is HIV positive now. This movie, and Dallas Buyers Club will always dear to my heart.

[@marshallonbass]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@katieturner6685]

My heart goes out to you ❤ so sorry for your loss xx

[@katieturner6685]

​@chynnabartee7208 sending love and strength

[@haroldlipschitz9301]

Denzel’s performance in the hospital room, trying to stay strong, showing respect, letting Andy say goodbye on his own terms, is very moving. All the family members’ acting really, just top notch. The younger brother sobbing gets me every time, as well as Neil Young’s song in the ending scene.

[@MontagZoso]

Same. His brother crying into his chest and the song playing at the memorial just broke me into tears too.

[@hollyhilliard1603]

One of the interesting things I noticed, and I didn't notice until your reaction, was we went from, "Explain it to me like a two year old" to "Explain it to me like a four year old" to "Explain it to me like a six year old." I interpret that as growth of understanding and acceptance. Thank you for watching and for your acceptance of people in our community. I'll give a shout out to your moms too!

[@Chefcorky]

This movie was so important when it came out. It was informative and shattered some of the misconceptions. And it exposed some of the horrible treatment people inflicted upon those with HIV/AIDS. Great story, great acting, great direction.

[@i_love_rescue_animals]

The "I didn't raise my kids to sit in the back of the bus." comment from Andrew's mom was referring to how people with Aids in the 80's (the time period of this movie) were treated. People with AIDS were (largely) feared and treated as pariahs. Look up the story of Ryan White. He was a young boy who contracted AIDS due to a blood transfusion because he was a haemophiliac. He was treated horribly. Not only by other kids and parents, but even the school kicked him out. It was a terrible time until more knowledge was learned. This movie was based on real events that happened in 1987. (still a time of ignorance and fear) That's why it was such a big deal when Princess Diana touched and hugged AIDS patients in the hospitals in England - and other examples. Great movie.

[@kaylaburns1377]

I usually dont comment but my Uncle died of AIDS in 94 so this movie is always hard for me to watch. My grandma was ashamed of it and lied and told people that he had cancer😢. Anyways, thankyou for watching this movie and showing so much compassion.

[@kristymcdowell6185]

Denzel was incredible in this movie. This is such an underrated movie.

[@MontagZoso]

Not underrated at all, it won Oscars and was a breakthrough movie.

[@caitneal5653]

I’ve never heard of this movie until tonight and managed to sit through it fine up until Andy’s mother said goodnight to him. Regardless of the cause, a parent should never have to lose their child. No matter the age, you will always be your mother’s “baby”. The scene before where Denzel touched the mask was sweet as well.

[@stanzaloan3454]

When someone close to me dies im the same way. Watching home videos and listening to stories about them doesn't warm my heart or make me feel better. I don't need to do those things to remind me that they're gone. Does that make me a terribly selfish person? That's what I've been called.

[@EOMReacts]

That’s not being selfish. Everybody grieves different and nobody can tell you how you should grieve - J

[@XX33Y]

As a gay black man, who's become a real fan of yours, I was a bit nervous when I saw you were reacting to this film. You did us proud. Thank you.

[@taneshah.1260]

Definitely understand your concern, but you don't EVER have to worry about J's handling of sensitive topics. He's one of the most compassionate, open-minded reactors around.

[@phillychick4196]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@phillychick4196]

@@taneshah.1260❤❤❤❤😊

[@garyedwardgray7549]

I ain’t Black. But I’ve often lived in Black-majority areas and am a gay man as well. I believe I understand where you’re coming from. Amen. Great reaction from our guy.

[@StubbyLegz]

My most beloved uncle died of AIDS shortly after this movie came out. It was devastating to watch what it did to him. He had lived in San Francisco since the 70’s, and all of his friends I grew up knowing are long gone as well. I couldn’t watch this movie for a long time because it hit too close to home. Bless you for your loving and generous heart.

[@keetahbrough]

I'm so sorry for the loss you experienced; it was a fkn horrible time. so much bigotry surrounding homosexuality that that is what they focused on.. not the fact that so many fkn people were DYING and they weren't really doing anything to HELP them.. they still haven't really helped them, and you cannot tell me they didn't roll out AIDS like a new Ford off the assembly line.

[@katieturner6685]

Sending you condolences for your loss xx❤ I'm sure the bigotry made a devastating situation even harder xx

[@StubbyLegz]

@@katieturner6685 it really did and still does. His older brother - my other uncle - was married to a fundie bible-thumper who said he was sick because he was a sinner and she would pray for him since he was going to hell 🙄 (this same aunt took her husband my uncle’s entire life savings and gave it to her church)

[@carltonbacon3448]

you're funny and i love that, but the one thing about you i appreciate the most is how open minded you are. You don't just keep an open mind, but an open heart too, i wasn't ready to feel the emotions I felt watching this. I've seen this movie a thousand times and yet the thing that touched me the most was you being an example of how a human being should be--no judgement, no prejudice, you are awesome, sir. thank you ❤❤❤❤

[@teensymom1420]

I take my hat off to Tom Hanks who took a risk taking this part. You have no idea how many families did not support their sons and would not allow them to come home when they were dying. They were often more upset to learn their son was homosexual than the fact they were dying. That is the way it was and I remember it well. No matter how many times doctors would tell people you could not get it by kissing or hugging a person with AIDS, people just refused to believe it. It was a sad time and an infuriating time to live through and the world is the worse for the loss of so many wonderful, talented people.

[@nininoona]

So many gay men suffered and died without anyone by their side. They left this world miserably and no one cared. Especially our government. I will NEVER forgive Reagan for the ignorance and cruelty he did nothing to change.

[@TechnicallyTexan]

@@nininoonaABSOLUTELY! Reagan died with blood on his hands.

[@RetroClassic66]

4:10 That’s a kaposi sarcoma lesion. Kaposi sarcoma is a cancer that causes lesions in the soft tissues such as the skin, lymph nodes, internal organs, and mucous membranes lining the mouth, nose, and throat. It often affects people with immune deficiencies, such as HIV or AIDS. A number of AIDS patients exhibited kaposi sarcoma, particularly in the early days of the AIDS epidemic in the early 1980s. It was often an indication back then that a person had full blown AIDS rather than simply being HIV positive. Today, fortunately, it’s considered very rare, fewer than 20,000 cases a year.

[@Natedawgg84]

Philadelphia is a Masterpiece! Denzel and Tom Hanks acted their asses off in this movie. Tom Hanks was considered a comedic actor before Philadelphia came out! But once people saw his powerful moving performance in this film it changed everything for Tom Hanks. He won a Academy Award for Best actor for Philadelphia! Tom Hanks won again the next year for Forrest Gump and he's been killing it in every role for decades.

[@thegenxkid1980]

The fact that Denzel was making you not like him means he was killing the part. Just like he usually does. Denzel is a master at his craft.

[@luisalbertocalla6649]

This film touched my heart because I was a person who was very discriminated against because of my condition. You have moved me with your reaction. If I loved you before, now I do it even more. You are a wonderful person! Thank you! Greetings from Tandil, Argentina 🇦🇷❤️💪

[@RedMenace71]

J, great reaction as always. Your intelligence, compassion, and humor are a joy to watch. So are your dogs😊. Drogo has the cutest bark.

[@flynngames4703]

He quickly becoming the GOAT of reaction videos to me.

[@jansenart0]

Heartbreaking movie, beautiful reaction. Thank you for letting us share this with you, JL.

[@katieturner6685]

The British tv series "its a sin" is a powerful depiction of the outbreak of AIDs in the UK . Very emotional 😢

[@Shazzadut1]

I recall this time in the 80’s so well. People were paranoid about AIDS. I recall s small child here in Australia being hounded out of school. She was only 3 and was banned from pre school because she had AIDS from blood transfusion. . The family eventually moved to New Zealand to escape the persecution. Her name was Eve Van Grafhorst. Funeral Directors refused to bury the dead, or even give them funerals. Hospitals refused them medical treatment. Nurses and Doctors wouldn’t treat them. It was horrible.

[@douglasiles2024]

This movie was so powerful, especially at a time where there was still a great fear among many people about AIDS. Tom Hanks' performance was simply phenomenal. The transformation of Denzel Washington's character from ignorant bigot to understanding and compassionate person spoke volumes. I'm glad you took to time to watch this movie. Even though it's 30 years old, it's still a tough watch, especially seeing how people treated those with HIV/AIDS.

[@danielallen3454]

Touching on the themes of this film I recommend 'And the Band Played On' and 'Angels in America' ( yes, it's six hours, you don't have to watch it all at once) as viewing. Not necessarily for the channel, but just on your own time. They're the types of movies that everybody should see at least once.

[@johnmarkblevins4007]

One of my favorite movies of all time. Tom does a amazing job putting a human face to the situation and I love how Denzel character changes I love this movie

[@benthompson7139]

I recently found your channel and have been watching your reactions. This one was personal. It was an honor to share this with you. Thank you friend.

[@jennhurl]

Exactly how AIDS is contracted wasn't clear at the time. Fear was rampant & anyone who had it was shunned. No one wanted to touch or be around someone with the disease. It was considered a homosexual disease by the public. Discrimination was already horrible against homosexuals so add the virus & disease to it & you can only imagine how bad it was. I remember bigoted people saying they hoped the disease would "wipe out a homos". Truly a sad time. Thank you for watching this. Tom & Denzel nailed it.

[@charlesswitzer8378]

Two fantastic actors at the top of their craft. This movie gets me every time.

[@ragad3]

The film is loosely based on real events in the lives of two Philadelphia lawyers who sued their respective law firms for wrongful dismissal based on AIDS discrimination. There's a Washington Post article that came out on the heels of the release of this film that describes the story of one of the real lawyers. KZbin won’t let me post the direct link here, so, if you’re interested, just Google the title of the article: “The Ghost of Philadelphia”.

[@lordofthereels6790]

Also Jomathan Demme who directed this is an under rated legend (he also directed Silence Of The Lambs). I feel you'd love his 80's gems Something Wild (a super 80's thirst noir) , Married To The Mob (a great mafia romcom) and Melvin and Howard (a great dramedy). Theyre very varied but all very quality less discussed gens.

[@christi776]

I'm literally on medication that keeps me from crying. That shit didn't work today, I was ugly crying like I've never seen this movie before. RIP to all of those that have lost their lives ♥️

[@reservoirdude92]

Yeah, there's NO way you're making it out of this without sobbing. Jonathan Demme's use of cinematography, shot composition, music, and editing really makes this a one of a kind film that lingers long after the credits roll.. Then, of course, you have Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington giving all-time best performances ❤

[@sandimcalisterblood2675]

And the music😭😭😭

[@reservoirdude92]

​@@sandimcalisterblood2675THE SOUNDTRACK WRECKS MY SOUL 😭😭

[@EOMReacts]

@sandimcalisterblood2675 - Can I get you to send an email to [e-mail] when you get a chance? Have a question I wanna run by you. Thanks so much!

[@antoniozayas9822]

Lemme start by saying that I, personally, don't often miss your show but as soon as you posted this movie, I couldn't wait to see your reactions to it. One of my favorite Tom Hanks movies and you're right, they should work together more often. Man! I'm so glad you caught this flick. I know I sound like a broken record when I say that you never disappoint. Your reactions, comments and just chillin' with us, shows why we all love you so much. That being said, I kinda knew this movie would jerk your heart strings but man! You reminded me of my first time watching it and that's what it's all about! Thanks for that, my brother! Thank you Blank and thank you Shawn. You 3 and the copilots make (and whomever is involved. In Case I missed anyone) why your channel is da best! Congratulations!

[@nexus.shadow]

now with all the prejudices you see around aids at the time, can you see why when Princess Dianna visited a hospital and not only shook hands but also hugged AIDs patients, she educated herself enough to know the disease and made a compassionate gesture that helped change social views on AIDS..

[@raineyj560]

I always wished Denzel & Tom made more films together. Very good chemistry.

[@jackfisher7045]

Your reaction was so beautiful and heartfelt. You are a beautiful human, dude, and I freakin’ love you for it. You restore my faith in people.

[@nikkisatchel4699]

the movie was made in 1993, but it took place before that...u have to remember, back in the late 80s, we didn't know anything about aids or HIV...so people reacted different...I was 19 when I worked wit a guy wit aids named rick(r.i.p.), and they treated him just like Tom hanks, but he was my friend, he was like 60 and gay, he died in like 1995😢...it hit me hard cuz he taught me so much

[@annie_42]

This so much makes me appreciate how far we've come with HIV treatment.... it's not at all a death sentence. This movie ALWAYS gets me. 😢

[@momD612]

But it was back then. Thank God for the research & developments since then.

[@raineyj560]

​@@momD612Ryan White, Dr Fauci (even those who disrespect him), Elton John, Elizabeth Taylor & Michael Jackson

[@jeffprice4376]

My mom was a volunteer with AIDS Walk Atlanta in the early 90s. She would go all over Atlanta asking businesses if she could place donation boxes in their storefronts and offices. Every day she would come home absolutely WRECKED, makeup running down her face, just terrible looking. She said you wouldn't believe the number of people who would run her out of their businesses calling her all kinds of terrible names just for trying to raise money to help sick people. Places wouldn't let her use their restrooms because they thought she probably had AIDS. She started volunteering after seeing this film and being so moved by it.

[@josephhein9497]

Your mother has a heart of gold.

[@SuburbanSavage]

My brother-in-law's older brother Russell died of AIDS, and he was one of my favorite people. I remember how his own family members acted around him and it made me mad. At my sister's wedding, I walked into the reception, holding Russell's hand. Before we had to walk out, he didn’t want to do that, because he didn't want to upset my parents, especially since I was a kid. I said that we were gonna look like everyone else and there was nothing to be afraid of. The last time that I saw Russell, he was really sick, but he was trying to rally. I bent down to hug him, and he said that he was worried. I said, "are you afraid that you'll catch hetero from me?" Russell cracked up and said, "it had better not be! I went through great lengths to avoid that plague!" We used to sit in the corner at every party, smoke cigarettes, and make fun of everyone. Nobody could throw shade like Russell.

[@horrorjunkiehayne]

I hate what happened to him, but I'm so glad he had you.

[@keetahbrough]

xo gosh.. i miss Russell. rip i"m so sorry for your loss.

[@davidalejandro343]

I'm a gay man. Thank you, thank you so much for having a good heart. Thank you for understanding that we have been discriminated against and shown hatred and have been misunderstood.... for being different. We can't control that we're gay, or lesbian, or bisexual, etc. I appreciate you watching this movie, and for having a heart of compassion. Thank you, J. ❤❤

[@jamedraa8472]

If you like courtroom dramas, and you haven't already seen them, I hope you'll consider reacting to Erin Brokovich (Julia Roberts), The Rainmaker (Matt Damon?) and A Time to Kill (Sam L. Jackson & Mathew Mconaughey)

[@krissiemurray6018]

Erin brachovich was such a great movie as was a time 2 kill. I LOVE Matthew and Samuel L. Jackson in tht movie. please J watch it

[@reservoirdude92]

If he starts with Erin Brokovich, he might as well get into Steven Soderbergh's filmography. That man is an eclectic genius.

[@PeterParker-fx9dl]

Great suggestions. Maybe add to the list Pelican Brief (Julia Roberts & Denzel Washington)

[@chefskiss6179]

And 1993's Sleepers as well.

[@teejohnson5531]

I would consider A Time to Kill a must see. So good!

[@scottallen6160]

Your reaction to this movie is just one of so many reasons I like you J. And subscribed awhile ago. A wise man once said, “Don’t look away from the pain! Behold! And know your heart better!

[@dragonray9450]

You youngsters have to keep in mind the fear and mystery around the disease in the beginning. Keep in mind how some people acted about taking the covid vaccine but times it by 100. I personally opened my mind about the disease and those who fell victim to it when Magic Johnson acquired it. There are many things people of this generation do and have done that they may regret 20-30 years from now. Great movie and was very important in advancing a bit of understanding for us all.

[@Seek1878]

conservatives didn't mind masks whn it came to HIV back in the day lol

[@menolikey_]

HIV/AIDS had a lot of misunderstanding and hype around it back then. So folks were scared to touch the victims of it. After all these years, I finally caught how Denzel was touching his eyes and eating with the hand he just shook after knowing Tom had AIDS, just to see that last reaction of his character looking back at his hand after Tom left. Think that CVD word. Fear. Excellent reaction brother.

[@jeffbassin630]

Your understanding and compassion shown in watching "Philadelphia" got me crying. What a great review and commentary!! Great job!!

[@andrewdawson8684]

You are a good man. I wish so many more people could have your compassion and heart.

[@lordofthereels6790]

If you want to see a very different Tom Hanks role (the closest he's come to playing a straight up villain) as a prohibition era mob enforcer who has to keep his kid safe while on the run from his old bosses then check out Road To Perdition. It's shot GORGEOUSLY and has great performances by Paul Newman, Jude Law and Daniel Craig too.

[@timh3576]

Great film!

[@dianedavid3052]

Yes!!!

[@chefskiss6179]

Paul's wife in real life played Hank's mother in Philadelphia.

[@taneshah.1260]

I love this movie, not enough reactions to it on here for sure.

[@thomasfleischer83]

I agree definitely. Tom showed a completely different performance as usual and he did great.

[@The_Rad_Dad3]

I’ve never in my life shared the same reactions to films as when I watch your reactions. Even films like this which I’ve seen numerous times. I love your work and you as a person. Keep up the marvelous work

[@triceyg2014]

I need about a dozen buckets to hold all these tears😭 This is a beautiful and heartbreaking work of art.

[@vallara1974]

I know I have said it before, but I have to say it again: I love you and your channel! Me and my 2 cat co-pilots salute you and your 2 doggo co-pilots from across the pond. Your humanity and compassion are very, very much appreciated. Especially as times grow darker again day by day for so many of us around the world.

[@danielallen3454]

Regarding the relationship between Miguel and Andy, it *was* 1993. They were pushing their luck doing a film that humanized AIDS as it was. Adding more intimacy between a gay couple (one of whom is an AIDS patient) just wasn't going happen. You could have a gay couple *or* you could have AIDS in the movie. So, they tiptoed around it and, as much as we can criticize *now*, this was the nest option at the time.

[@MidnightKittehBoi]

That was a beautiful and sad story. I love how Denzel's character did start off bigoted but then grew and learned how to become a better person. I also get how difficult it is to accept that sort of bigotry from marginalized groups, it feels horrible. Your commentary was spectacular and again one of the main reasons I subscribed and love your content. Thank you.

[@vazic85]

I love you man. You're one of the kindest and sweetest people I've ever stumbled across.

[@heartlesskitten88]

I wish more people thought like you did. There's no reason to hate someone for what they are, as long as someone isn't hurting another person it should be no reason to hate them. I agree with you, I just want people to be happy and be loved.

[@thomasfleischer83]

Fine comment!👏👏👏

[@shereegrimes893]

I remember when this came out. Denzel"s behavior was spot on. Pretty much everyone was terrorfied of contracting HIV. It was useless trying to explain to them they couldn't get it from a toilet seat. People were scared and rightly so..Good reaction 😊

[@carriesmith742]

Loved your reaction! I'm with you about watching footage of loved ones right after they leave us. My good friend had cancer that came on suddenly and he passed away within 6 months, during the height of the pandemic so we waited until about 6 months, on his birthday, to have a memorial where we watched old footage of him. I'm glad I had that 6 months to grieve because I would've ugly cried everywhere! I felt horrible that I couldn't be there for my friend the first two days after he died because I was just a mess and I didn't want her to deal with my blubbering when she had just lost her husband. Luckily she still has her parents, sisters and their familes for support as well as me and my family.

[@matthew6427]

This movie came out when I was about 11. I never watched it. I did have an art teacher in middle school who had aids and he passed a few years later. He was a really nice guy and I wish I knew more about him but in those days, living in a small town, things were different. I don't remember seeing any discrimination but I can't imagine how it must've been for him. I hope he found his peace. Thanks for doing this movie Jay! It's always a journey but I usually already seen the movies you do. Have a good weekend everyone.

[@TechnicallyTexan]

It’s good for younger people to see how it was in the 90s. Understanding how far we have come, it’s important to remember how much farther we have to go to reach equality. In many ways we’re going backward. I’m so inspired by Andrew’s courage in this movie. Hanks took home the Oscar that year, I think. Great pic for National Coming Out Day. Everyone, be sure to donate to a related cause on World AIDS Day December 1st or take a moment to remember the millions of people living with HIV right now and waiting for a cure.

[@rickardroach9075]

38:18 Open the floodgates. 😭 Such a great film… and such a great reaction from you. You’re a good dude.

[@klbbeeswillow]

When this movie was made, yeah I remember just everyone assuming AIDS and HIV was contagious by just simply being close to someone with it or touching what they touched. So for me this film opened up so many eyes literally and honestly showcased Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington brilliant acting that really stripped down the prejudice and truly imo made a difference for sure and to this day held as one of most influencial films that sparked something in your heart and soul for love of all humanity despite differences

[@jacobmcmahan6227]

Dr. Fauci was one of the ones who said that back then

[@FrankyFrankAlot]

Your empathy makes me tear up. Everyone needs friends like you.

[@thomasfleischer83]

One of the most touching movies ever. Tom Hanks and Denzel Washington did an amazing job. The songs by Bruce Springsteen(sang it several times at Karaoke) and Neil Young broke my heart apart. Great reaction by Jay.👏👏👏

[@MrJoeym78]

No matter how many times I have seen this movie, once that piano starts at the end while the home videos are playing, the floodgates open. Amazing movie and an amazing reaction as always JL! Nothing but respect and love.

[@laurakali6522]

Neil Young’s song is perfection in that scene.

[@MontagZoso]

My tears started when Andy’s little brother dropped his head down onto Andy’s chest at the hospital and he started to cry. The video of his childhood at the memorial and that song starting did me in too.

[@midianmtd]

This was a hard one for me to watch. I had to pause it from time to time. During the time this movie came out I was 22 and had just started volunteering with an AIDS education organization. As well as helping out at an AIDS hospice. And watching friends get sick and pass away. I am grateful for all that were involved with the making of this film. After Reagan allowed so many American's die, it was up to us to pick up the pieces. This film showed that (through Denzel's character) you can be an angry bigot, but that could change with education and experience. I remember when this film came out and there people saying you'd get AIDS just from watching a movie about it. Yeah. Thank you for reviewing this so beautifully. And even though at my age I can't remember all the names, I can remember all the faces of those who touched my life but passed from the plague of the 80's.

[@timh3576]

We have definitely grown up as a society, although we still have a lot of growing up to do. Keep them reactions coming!

[@frenchkjfan9]

I absolutely loved your reaction, your comments, your humanity. You're a great great human being

[@bluesilvahalo3576]

Lovely reaction to a great film. I wish there were more people in the world like you ❤

[@gaynor1721]

JL - You have such a good heart.

[@SimsGirl4Ever]

The spots on his face were actually a type of cancer called Kaposi’s sarcoma, but it is very rare to get that particular type of cancer if you don’t have AIDS.

[@AbsoluteApril]

Such a great movie that really touched on so much going on in the late 80s/early 90s with discrimination on both lifestyle and AIDs, we really didn't know much back then and there was so much fear. A lot of us really thought you could catch it by just touching something or whatnot. This movie brought so many topics to the forefront and started great conversations. Thank you for reacting to it!

[@lisaspikes4291]

Too bad there are not more people like you in the world! ❤️

[@dustinwright9700]

Keep in mind that AIDS was still very very scary and treatment wasn’t like today. People died horrible horrible deaths.

[@StreetHierarchy]

43:24 😲 He straight-up said "I love you!" in doggyspeak!!

[@CinWin516]

Hey, J...I know that watching these heavy movies is hard for you, but I love that we get to see so much of your heart and soul. You're such a good person. I wish I could give you a great big hug.🤗❤

[@The_Pandalorian_Cooks]

I’m brown. You’re black. We both know how it is being treated as horrible, unimportant, and not worthy of life. So we understand the underdog. Thx for Posting this video. Btw I want to shout out the ‘bad guys’ in movies. Imagine how bad it is for a bad guy role for an actor who is making sure the movie works. Without them, how would the film be? Respect to them for volunteering to do this. 🙏🏾

[@utaschn]

Thank you for watching this movie. It will forever be one of my favourite movies to watch.... it was so important for its time. It cast a lot of gay actors and just regular people in extra roles, many of them who suffered aids and sadly passed before that movie even was released. One aspect i always find so important is that Denzels character has this completely relatable journey through this movie. They didn't depict him as totally accepting in the beginning, they made him so that a lot of audience members watching back then probably could identify with him.... and so they made this journey with him... discovering a human behind the disease, behind the sexuality. Learning about their struggles, their dreams, seeing them as friends, family, just loving people. That probably had an immense impact. Also Tom Hanks, a beloved actor who played average guys taking this role and taking like, a big risk for his career because he believed in the story and also wanted to honour all the gay people who helped him throughout his life (he said so during his oscar speech). Also, the older i get, the more the opera scene hits.... not only is it stellar directing and superb acting, it is so so powerful.... the way its shot, the realization on Denzels face, Toms dedication, the music, the singing, the raw. pure emotion.... its a masterpiece in a minute of film! Also, one take .... which makes it even more impressive.

[@lovairehawkins4810]

Thanks!

[@aprilbird493]

I didn’t know I also couldn’t watch a reaction to this movie without tearing up. For another movie with Denzel as a lawyer I highly recommend Pelican Brief.

[@btollmann]

Thanks!

[@ArmyGrunt1986]

12:13 To me thats the saddest part of the movie. That look on his face and "Streets of Philadelphia" playing, gets me every time. This movie and the fact Tom is able to convey so much emotion without saying a word made him my favorite actor.

[@SurfingdaWind]

I cried form laughing when you were reminded to tell us about the MercStore! Pretty sure JandBlank are the true Co-pilots!

[@mdmyer]

The juror looks familiar because he was in Supertroopers. A movie you just watched. Lol

[@SnotRockets55]

"People are horrible". Facts, Sir. FACTS.

[@michaelcoffey1991]

@JL I love your empathy and humanity, never feel bad about showing your real feelings, your lovely dogs aside it is your greatest asset. This movie with Magic getting HIV and Regan seeing his friend Rock Hudson get AIDS those 3 things saved millions of lives. Such a great movie with amazing actors

[@MajorRza]

Glory…. Denzel’s first Oscar

[@MrSadie123]

Fast forward to covid and I feel like we have learned very little unfortunately just because someone believes different or has different political views people are willing to disown their own family because they think differently, I hope and pray we do better. TFS Friend Always enjoy your reactions!

[@stgermain1074]

I've heard interviews that while Tom Hanks was extreme dieting for this role, Denzel would keep leaving candy bars around and eating them in front of him to torture him.

[@desireezachry8086]

Ugggghh one of my favorites! I literally couldn’t ask for a better reaction from a man it show so much intelligence/maturity

[@Winchester1984]

All I gotta say is THANK YOU! ❤

[@rickyyt7305]

Thank you for sharing this with us dude.

[@castle07dw]

Song at the end gets me. Great film

[@enokii]

This is the channel I turn to when I want a moment of levity even when you are watching a drama like Philadelphia (1993), you are somehow still able to pull a smile out of me so thank you for that. Have a good one, you too Blank. =]

[@johnmguzman7491]

I was going to ask, "But where are your Dogs?" Glad you cleared it up immediately. Looking forward to watching this film review.

[@toddbonny3708]

34:30 why does he look familiar? He was a SWAT team member in The Silence of the Lambs, the one that shoots Lecter (really Pembry) in the leg. Several other SOTL cast members appear in this film: Charles Napier (the Judge and the other guard in memphis), Paul Lazar (nurse and one of the guys at the Smithsonian), Ron Vawter (Krendler) and Jonathan Demme's mentor, filmmaker Roger Corman ("he was just satisfactory")