PRIMAL FEAR (1996) TWIN BROTHERS FIRST TIME WATCHING MOVIE REACTION!

Primal Fear is a movie we've been recommended for ages now, it's always brought up whenever we do an Edward Norton movie and now I totally see why; this movie was insanely good!
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[@jimtatro6550]

This was Edward Norton’s introduction to movie fans. He was incredible in it and continues to.👍

[@thunderstruck5484]

Hopefully they check out “Rounders”

[@kingscorpion7346]

yep, this was the first movie I ever saw him in, and his performance just blew me away! and when i realized that was him playing the leprous King of Jerusalem in Kingdom of Heaven with Orlando Bloom; speechless.

[@John_Locke_108]

This movie blew my mind when I first saw it. Not sure if I saw it in the theatre or not but definitely before Fight Club which I saw opening weekend.

[@cklambo]

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[@LittleBlueOwl318]

He was excellent in "Red Dragon"

[@catewright1575]

This was his FIRST movie role and you're telling me he STILL does not own 1 oscar?? It hurts my soul how underrated/underappreciated edward norton is!!

[@dianajohnson9928]

I concur, they have consistently done him dirty.

[@troublenesss]

I read your comment and immediately looked that up. I was and AM STUNNED SILLY he has not won an Oscar!

[@abouttime2569]

Him and Jake Gyllenhaal

[@6666Imperator]

I agree but I heard he is hard to play with/be a director for. Probably thats why he is so underrated as he doesn't get as many blockbuster chances.

[@catewright1575]

@@6666Imperator it's true that is known for fighting for creative control. Thats why they didnt continue with him as the hulk, though he was the best one, and why the director of american history x hates that movie. But i'd argue that bc edward norton fought for changes, those movies were better than they were going to be otherwise.

[@cd-vq6dz]

Richard Gere has always been sorely under appreciated. So many great films and performances by him. An Officer & A Gentleman, Arbitrage, American Gigolo, Red Corner, Internal Affairs, Power, Pretty Woman, Unfaithful.......and I could keep going. He was one of the bigger box office attractions for significant portions of his career, but he never got his due as an actor. He's actually very talented.

[@anita-24-7]

Other Richard Gere movies that I love - First Knight, Shall We Dance, The Cotton Club, and Intersection

[@randywhite3947]

He’s never been under appreciated

[@paulieluppino1856]

Glad you enjoyed the movie.... For more court dramas: "A time to kill" (1996), "The Devil's Advocate (1997)" and "A few good men" (1992).... All extremely recomendable.....

[@sunnybee2439]

For sure all recomendable!!

[@Tateorsomething]

Edward Norton should have played Kevin Lomax in The Devil's Advocate.

[@AprilGabrielle]

Oh yes, definitely A Time To Kill! I need that like, right now.

[@Queen_G_513]

A Time to Kill & Devils Advocate are 2 of my faves!!!

[@paulieluppino1856]

@@Queen_G_513 Same....

[@katec8796]

To have Edward Norton, Frances McDormand and Laura Linney in one film? Yup - instant classic ;)

[@miamorecadenza1226]

What's amazing is Aaron admits to killing Linda and no one even knew. She wasn't even a question because she was also off the street and noone was looking. It calls into question how many others has Aaron killed and gotten away with.

[@6666Imperator]

there were reasons why he killed Linda and the bishop. Don't think there are a lot others that triggered him up to that point (other than maybe family?)

[@pappico]

@@6666Imperator He said his mom is dead, not surprised if his mom also got killed by him lol

[@hayleyferguson3346]

But if only Roy existed, why would that confident, aggressive , strong, combative character be a willing submissive in an exploitative sex video? Why would Roy allow himself to be abused regularly by a priest? For me, this plot hole makes no sense.

[@CDO1113]

First movie I ever saw Edward Norton in…became an instant fan of his.

[@AngiBlehi]

same here. So memorable!

[@kellie8468]

Martin didn’t care if his clients were guilty or not but he believed Aaron was innocent. Aaron played him now Martin questions everything. That’s how I saw it. Top notch acting by everyone .

[@continentalaquatics2725]

Plus…The running theme is that every major characters wears two faces…ArchBishop Rushman, Shaughnessy, Martin Vale himself and Aaron/Roy. This was probably one of the few films I’ve seen where the acting looked so seamless that it seemed more like a documentary or a found footage movie. This was some extraordinary acting! I saw this is theaters in ‘96 and I wasn’t expecting much. I was blown away.

[@hayleyferguson3346]

But Roy wasn't "wearing two faces" until he invented Aaron after the murder. Which makes no sense, because Roy (a confident, aggressive, intelligent, combative guy) wouldn't be a submissive scared participant in an exploitative sex tape. He wouldn't allow a priest to regularly abuse him. There'd be no reason to "snap" and kill. Because Aaron didn't exist.

[@deztv8933]

This movie is so underrated I remember seeing it as a kid man it’s crazy.

[@randywhite3947]

This movie has never been underrated

[@deztv8933]

@@randywhite3947 agree to disagree brother.

[@randywhite3947]

@@deztv8933 it’s a highly acclaimed film

[@Serai3]

Yay, someone's finally doing this movie! I was blown away when it first came out. Norton appeared out of nowhere and blew everyone's socks off. What a start to a great career! (He was painfully shy back then, as I found out when I took his money at a bookstore where I worked. He could barely look me in the eye - no thanks to his girlfriend of the time, I'm sure. (He was with Courtney Love back then, who was exactly the sort of person you've assumed she is.)

[@stressfreepaperchase3215]

Exactly.

[@BDogg2023]

He did The People Vs Larry Flynt this same year, also starring Courtney Love.

[@jaytheamaturecook]

You guys should also check out The Devil's Advocate. It stars AL Pacino and Keanu Reeves.

[@reneedennis2011]

Yup. That is a good movie 🎬!

[@John_Locke_108]

One of few modern Pacino performances I can stomach. After Glengarry Glen Ross he just became a parody of himself and that Scent Of A Woman nonsense.

[@roddo1955]

@@John_Locke_108 Woo-Ha!

[@srichey444]

I freaking LOVE Edward Norton and had a huge crush on him in the 1990's and 2000's. Another time he was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC was when he played King Baldwin in the movie "Kingdom of Heaven" with Orlando Bloom. I cry ever time I see his performance. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Btw, King Baldwin was a REAL King who had Leprosy. "Red Dragon" with Sir Anthony Hopkins and Ralph Fiennes is another great ensemble cast movie Norton was in. Thanks for choosing this one... haven't seen this one since I was in high school. 🤎🙏🏽

[@NightFogFilms]

A very underrated movie and one of my favorites. He should've won an Oscar for this role.

[@rxtsec1]

I thought he would win but I didn't mind Cuba winning

[@paulieluppino1856]

-Shyamalan: "WHAT A TWIST!!!".....

[@embran8486]

Even more incredible just two years later American History X and year there after Fight Club. Norton might be the fastest veteran looking actor.

[@vickieevans2600]

Edward Norton is amazing. He should have been even bigger than what he was. So much talent

[@LittleBlueOwl318]

He was excellent in "Red Dragon"

[@kamster518]

I’d say he was and still is big. He is an A lister

[@beansfriend7033]

Ooh, nice! Between Edward Norton's acting and the sweet, sweet score, this is a winner! Actually this whole cast is impressive. Andre Braugher, Laura Linney, John Mahoney, Alfre Woodard, Steve Bauer, Frances McDormand. And obviously, Richard Gere.

[@reneedennis2011]

Yup. R.I.P. John Mahoney, Stanley Anderson, and Andre Braugher..

[@John_Locke_108]

Richard Gere has had a bit of a career.

[@tinasjostrand2677]

I'm his uncle 😂

[@reneedennis2011]

​@@tinasjostrand2677😂😂😂😂

[@clydebasin]

Why is everyone mentioning Norton and not Richard Gere, he brought it the whole film, underrated actor for sure!

[@beth2398]

He's subtle but delivers a punch. I agree.

[@randywhite3947]

He’s not underrated

[@christined6321]

My first intro to Norton and fell in LOVE immediately!!!!! Phenomenal performance! Have followed him since.

[@shane1884]

ABSOLUTELY shocked the first time I watched this when the reveal occurred at the end....Norton was phenomenal in this role

[@Grnademaster]

Norton's best movie imo is "25th Hour." (2002) A great movie that most people I mention it to have never even heard of.

[@sdkelmaruecan2907]

Absolutely. The movie has Edward Norton, Barry Pepper, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Brian Cox, Rosario Dawson and Anna Paquin. It is directed by Spike Lee. It has a haunting score from Terence Blanchard. It is one of the first films to deal with September 11 aftermath. It has one of the greatest cinematic rants ever. And Roger Ebert gave it 4 stars and considered it one of the best of the 2000s. And yet no one heard of it, and I dont recall a first time watcher giving it a try.

[@SmoothieQ]

This is a superb movie..Edward Norton performance was top notch..this movie never gets old!

[@Chase-eq2mg]

Haven’t seen this movie since it came out. Had forgotten it even existed. Great movie. Remembered it immediately and couldn’t wait for the twist at the end.

[@po5283]

Edward Norton does an absolutely amazing job in his rookie debut. A few other suggestions, Goodwill Hunting which earned Robin Williams his long overdue Oscar, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon is another must see film, as well as Hero with Jet Li and the far too often overlooked cinematic beauty of House of Flying Daggers.

[@badkitty1889]

This performance from Edward Norton 👌 He deserved an Oscar. Great reaction guys. Cheers from Australia xx

[@The3rdGunman]

The real plot twist is after Roy gets out of the mental institution he moves to the city and gets a job investigating insurance claims. He eventually meets a soap salesman after his apartment is blown up and his mental illness issues get worse as they start an underground fighting ring…

[@Heyitskrystal]

I see what you did there 😏

[@reneedennis2011]

😂😂😂😂

[@WhiskyCanuck]

You guys should check out The Score (2001) - Edward Norton and Robert De Niro, and it's a rare movie that was shot in Montreal that's actually set there.

[@sharonh9239]

Edward was fantastic in this role. I saw it twice in the theater.

[@beth2398]

Such an excellent actor with such a wide range. Always impressive.

[@dongilleo9743]

There's an interesting camera shot at 30:16, where from the camera angle it appears that the Richard Gere character is behind the prison cell bars, and the Edward Norton character is framed by the open doorway. It's perhaps a bit of foreshadowing, or it shows the inevitable results of the story. The Norton character is going to escape the consequences of his crimes, while the Gere character will be trapped living with the consequences of his own hubris and actions.

[@JKM395]

I love this movie! I saw this in the theatre when I was 18 and I knew that I had to see more from Edward Norton. You're right. I was bloody impressed. I've liked everything I've ever seen him in and I recommend his movies frequently.

[@classiclife7204]

Norton's debut. His D E B U T

[@richardgazdyka8716]

You guys are right on about Edward Norton. The 1st time I saw this I was blown away

[@cymbol73]

It was impressive. I remember asking, "Who was that actor?" Instant interest to see more from him.

[@tessesmom]

Oh yes, love watching people's reaction to this movie! Can't wait xx

[@Rosiepooh75]

Edward Norton is stellar in every single role he has undertaken, I think he is vastly underappreciated.

[@pamelalee1508]

According to reports from those working in the movie industry..Edward Norton is shunned by directors due to his take charge attitude of his characters in the films...many films have been adjusted to the wants of Edward..and yes..those changes were needed for the character development..but you know egos..easily bruised when authority is questioned... That being said..I think Edward Norton is one of the most talented actors in film...glad you reacted to one of his great performances...🌿🌿🌿

[@dawnburris6412]

Yes! I needed you guys tonight! I’m having a bad day and you make it so much better! Great movie! Can’t wait for the reaction! ❤️

[@John_Locke_108]

These guys always turn my mood around. Hope your night got better.

[@dawnburris6412]

@@John_Locke_108 thanks! They definitely helped!

[@OctoKrool]

I'm glad we can help your bad day be better Dawn! :)

[@John_Locke_108]

@@dawnburris6412 Good. No reason to go to bed on a Friday in a bad mood. That's like eating a hot dog with yellow mustard. Nobody wants that.

[@dawnburris6412]

@@John_Locke_108 😂 I actually love hotdogs with yellow mustard!! 🤣🤣🤣 But thanks so much!! You’ve cheered me up!! 🥰

[@andi.lynn83]

Omg!!!! Primal Fear is in my top 10 movie list. I literally just thought to myself the other day “Octokrool should watch this movie” and y’all did it. Mind readers?! 🤔😆

[@GrisouIII]

First time I ever saw Edward Norton. I remember thinking « Why haven’t I heard of this guy before? He’ll go far! » I was not wrong.

[@jamiehaney84]

I've basically binged listened/watched most of your videos today!! Love it!

[@Ivy94F]

I WAS that person sitting in the theatre the week it opened wondering WHO THE HELL IS THIS NORTON GUY?? I was floored by his performance and he became my new fav in hollywood that day. See, this movie was shortly after the smash hit Pretty Woman, so everyone was into Gere and I remember seeing at least his next three films just because he was in them. This was one of them and afterwards I was dazzled by ed norton and went to see HIS films just because he was in them. Lol.

[@manicpanic3544]

Keeping The Faith is a more light hearted role of Edward Norton's. It also stars Ben Stiller and Jenna Elfman. Edward plays a priest.

[@MRR-my2yl]

Loved this book and its sequels. "What if there never was an Aaron." Chills

[@mzzthang3912]

I just found you guys and let me say I'm so freaking happy I loveeeee this movie so much see your reaction to this brings back so much memories and feelings from when I first watched this Ed Norton deserved a oscar and Richard Gere was so freaking phenomenal too

[@mercutio39]

I love how you don't do the usual films... class reaction

[@trenesiagreen5582]

Just wanted to let you guys know I think you're awesome and I enjoy the reactions you've done to movies I love.

[@evelynne2846]

For Norton's role......Norton was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, and WON the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture.

[@angelique94]

One of the best twist films!

[@MuricaTurkey]

Most creators to those who haven't subbed: "Why not, guys? What's up?" You guys: "YOU'RE DISGUSTING! TO THE STREETS WITH THEE!" 😂🤣😂 Love it!

[@k_salter]

It was soooooo hard not to fast forward to the twist.. but I didn't. You gave me the reaction I exactly wanted. Really enjoyed watching this with you both. Check out Norton's performance in "Red Dragon" which is a follow-up of sorts to "Silence of the Lambs" and brings back Hannibal Lecter with some backstory, which I won't spoil.

[@kalandkarazor-el3088]

I remember reading that Edward Norton's casting tape for this movie where he is switching between Aaron and Roy was circulating Hollywood before the movie came out because it was so good From a "novice" as well. I saw this in theaters as a teenager, what a wild ride that was. Another great (unheard of) Norton film is The Painted Veil

[@hippiechic6772]

Your reactions and comments for "Primal Fear" are really great. As disturbing as the topic is I enjoyed this a lot . Watching you both going along with the case and different situations kept me invested . I hope you both look into watching more court and law themed movies like : 1) And Justice For All~ 1979 with Al Pacino 2) Sea of Love~ 1989 with Al Pacino and John Goodman 3) The Big Easy~ 1986 with Dennis Quaid and Ellen Barkin 4) Sleepers~ 1996 with Brad Pitt and Kevin Bacon ~Based on a True Story* and in my opinion one of the most disturbing and underrated films I have seen . 5) The Lincoln Lawyer~ 2011 with Matthew McConaughey and Bryan Cranston... to name a few . I hope for them to be accepted in Patreon Poll .

[@pwordpam04]

The Illusionist is an AWESOME movie as well!! Richard Gere is the guy who played Marty. I’m a lady but my favorite movie of his hands down is Pretty Woman!!

[@robertgrenier3762]

I subscribed to your channel because you guys are the Best, I love all of your reactions. Keep going!!

[@albertjohnston9374]

One of those movies famous for its twist and it’s not even that hard to figure out but it’s still so satisfying just cuz it’s executed so well. “What can I say Marty, love hurts!”

[@ReactWithGeo]

one of the great movie twists

[@beckyjohnson5045]

I had totally forgotten about this movie. One of the best thrillers, for sure! Thank you for reviewing it! 😀

[@xoblkgirl]

To be completely accurate I have to say that he was pretending to be Aaron his entire life so therefore even if they looked into his background they would only find record of Aaron even though he knew that he was always actually Roy

[@Salieri21]

I just saw Knives 🔪 Out 2 and Edward Norton gives the performance of his career in it.

[@BeautifulBrainTrained]

THIS IS MY FAVOROTE MOVIE IN ALL THE WORLD!!!!1 ALL TIME FELL IN LOVE AT 14 YEARS OLD.

[@shainewhite2781]

Great neo noir thriller with a great twist ending!

[@Weaslgas]

since Frances McDormand is in this movie, i just have to recommend "3 Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri". Frances McDormand and Sam Rockwell won both their Oscars for that movie, back when the Oscar was actually still interessting without the slaps.

[@Alisha1686]

YEESSS!!! YOU GUYS DID IT! I'm going to enjoy this👀🍿

[@Fallopia5150]

Great reaction guys. Good analysis at the end.

[@eldridge11000]

once again guys a great reaction!! love your work

[@jaytheamaturecook]

Thank you for reviewing this!

[@victoriac4317]

Love this movie! Edward Norton is **chefs kiss** 🤌🏻

[@BDogg2023]

Edward Norton debuted with this, then followed with American History X; The People Vs Larry Flynt with Woody Harrelson and Courtney Love; Rounders with Matt Damon (coming off of Goodwill Hunting), John Turturo and John Malcovich; Fight Club with Brad Pitt; The Score with Robert DiNiro; cult classic, Death To Smoochy, with Robin Williams; Frida with Selma Hayek; Red Dragon, the long awaited prequel to Silence of the Lambs, telling Hannibal Lecter’s origin story; and The Italian Job, with its star studded cast. Edward Norton started his career like a veteran actor, and so a lot of people just assumed he’d been around and they hadn’t heard of him. He was/is that good. I think you guys would really like The People v Larry Flynt, Rounders, and The Italian Job.

[@smokeyverton7981]

Another great movie with Richard Gere is THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES (2002).

[@John_Locke_108]

Yes! Another amazing film that completely surprises you.

[@gregall2178]

With Laura Linney, too ;-)

[@DavidSmith-ez4pk]

Wanna see a phenomenal performance in a young actor (at the time) watch "What's eating Gilbert Grape" with Leo DiCaprio and Johnny Depp. Pay attention to Leo's performance. Another actor in a vastly different role is Kevin Costner in "Mr. Brooks".

[@tawhidemtiazjahangir621]

They guy you Recognized and said “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”, the actor’s name is Andre Braugher, very good actor was also in the shows “Homicide: Life on the streets” and “Men of a certain age” with Ray Romano

[@iamdadescott]

You should check out The Score from 2001 with Edward Norton and Robert Deniro. They're thieves and is an awesome film!!!

[@geminiacleo7ewe]

Edward Norton owned this!

[@winter_s_44]

GREAT movie! Murder in the First is another great one.

[@mikeal-lateef_5138]

Edward Norton's best role by far.

[@Justafox305]

This was a good movie. I saw it for the first time during the pandemic. Enjoyed it

[@Salieri21]

Roy literally depended on the ego of the lawyer and his addiction to winning cases and love for fame to get him off the death penalty.

[@cindyr7411]

'To the streets with thee' 😂😂😂 nice! Curtis was on the mic 🎤 tonight with the jokes 👌 this was a good one!

[@chiefsteps-in-poo8447]

The twist at the end of this movie was almost as unexpected as The Sixth Sense. Also, although I think this was a great movie, it gives kids nowadays lessons on how to kill their camp counselor or their uncle they don't like just because.

[@wesburnett5309]

The ending is a complete jaw dropper

[@jimhaggard7436]

Based on the novel Primal Fear by William Diehl. He wrote two sequels that feature Marty and Roy, Show of Evil and Reign in Hell.

[@sdkelmaruecan2907]

1996 was Norton's breakthrough year, he made 3 films: Woody Allen's "Everyone Says I Love You" and two great legal dramas: "Primal Fear" and "The People vs. Larry Flynt"

[@sherricopeland6393]

I loved this movie

[@shaman1121]

thank you for making this type of videos i feel so lonely this year and this help me to have some comapny : )

[@OctoKrool]

Glad we can help in some way my dude, comments like this really makes doing this worth it. :)

[@shaman1121]

@@OctoKrool it’s worth it i promise ❤️

[@sharonsimmons6427]

This is why we recommended it. Edward Norton was phenomenal in this, and yes, it was his first major role. It was my first time seeing him. Then he did History X, so was hardcore when he first started acting

[@tangiecleans312]

I love your movie reactions! New sub here. BTW this is one of my favorite movies and it was filmed in my city 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@katielong8495]

My favorite Ed Norton movie ❤️ I hope you guys get to check out the illusionist

[@auPretender]

I loved this reaction! My Dad used to watch this film whenever he caught it on TV. He was such an Ed Norton fan because of this film and would talk about it whenever he saw him in something. Some of our best conversations were about movies. Thanks for bringing back some great memories. I really think he would've enjoyed watching you guys react to the twists. 👍

[@bryanparker2925]

He definitely should have won the Oscar over Cuba Gooding in Jerry McGuire

[@Thrui]

Wow!! The first time i watched this was in Middle School when they showed us this to show the order of events in the courtroom

[@juliajames100]

Saw this movie for the first time yesterday and now I’m on KZbin looking for reactions, just so I can see y’all’s faces with both twists. A fenomenal movie, and an even more fenomenal actor! 👏🏻

[@davidsumner7604]

The ending of this movie is so stupid. You mean all a person has to do to get out of a murder charge is act crazy on the stand and attack the prosecutor?! Holy shit, Scott Peterson and Alex Murdaugh should have tried that!

[@chrisgonzales1946]

Norton should have won the Oscar that year instead of Cuba.

[@celsovera91]

Not only this was Edward Norton’s first movie, but he also got an Oscar nomination for best supporting actor. He lost out to Cuba gooding jr for Jerry Maguire. He did however, won a golden globe for it though.

[@MaYkO-WWH]

Funny thing is the scene where you said it looks like a place where Batman would beat people up, was filmed right near the same spot where they filmed the truck flip scene in the second Batman. Good catch

[@AdamtheGrey02]

I would say the ending with him just standing there in the street was more of him having to come to terms with getting duped and his ego was extremely bruised at that moment. Then of course there's the issue of allowing a guilty guy go free that he has to deal with it on top of it.

[@MsDaphfodil]

You guys should add the Bone Collector the list.

[@christinemclaurin2631]

This is gonna be such a fantastic, wtf kind of reaction!! Can't wait 🤯

[@trishtalksflix]

I haven't even started watching your reaction yet but yeeessss!!!!!

[@claydo8117]

This is one of my favorite movies! Edward Norton killed this role! Glad you guys watched it!