The Rise of John Wick

[@paakdisayaniyom]

The Rise of John Wick = The Fall of Shaky Cam Action Movies.

[@arielmalsireal5453]

Paak Disayaniyom Don’t Forget Those QUICK CUTS/FAST CUTS.

[@paakdisayaniyom]

@@arielmalsireal5453 RIP to Jason Bourne and Taken films.

[@captaindeadpool313]

They all deserved it

[@enotsnavdier6867]

Shaky cam is not necessarily bad it's that it became a way to cover up bad action.

[@PamelaTaylor]

YUP

[@CollegeBallYouknow]

I felt that “Breathtaking” reference.

[@Rossatron]

I had to use the word somewhere

[@CollegeBallYouknow]

Rossatron Senpai noticed me! 😯

[@roguevector1268]

You also hear 'quite excellent' at 4:19

[@OdiousAcolyte]

Hey Comrade, I made this awesome John Wick Supercut please check it out!~ kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHWdn5vitx0jqM

[@justanormalhooman]

John Wick: The franchise that we never knew we needed

[@Sven_Recker]

the franchise that should have stopped after 1 movie

[@miltontavares9506]

I never though John Wick would become so popular and when i saw the first film,i was not ready.I m glad to see something without the Marvel/DC/Disney brand that brought some fresh air to an genre currently dominated by CGI and super heroes.Say whatever you want about John Wick but it s franchise worth to watch.

[@dickensdickala6601]

@@miltontavares9506 i don't seem to get enough of john wick really

[@damankhaira7952]

@@miltontavares9506 Same here also i've watched the first and second movies several time just cause i cant find any other movie to be that engaging. This franchise is really immersive and i love the action sequences.

[@miltontavares9506]

@@damankhaira7952 Me too.I also the world and the characters.I dig assassin stuff and John Wick works so well.As for Keanu Reeves,he looks better than never.

[@duchi882]

*John Wick:* I killed men with a pencil *Horst* (Ratatouille): I killed a man, with THIS thumb

[@KillerTacos54]

*insert Avengers "I understood that reference" clip with Captain America*

[@supermonkeycollider]

Close down the internet people, we have a winner!

[@DimoB8]

I robbed a multinational bank with a pen

[@robertodcpmf4204]

The Joker : I made a pencil disapear

[@OdiousAcolyte]

Hey Comrade, I made this awesome John Wick Supercut please check it out!~ kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGHWdn5vitx0jqM

[@GreyknightGhost]

While I absolutely enjoy listening to the thoughtful analysis of the John Wick franchise... I also really appreciate those little editing flourishes like at 8:29.

[@paulkingdesign5928]

GreyknightGhost oh yeah, that’s lush.

[@carloscardosouchia895]

for sure...

[@The_Crimson_Fucker]

I mean shit, that's just good editing.

[@The_Crimson_Fucker]

Exhibit A, @Kamil S .

[@johnsmith-wx5fb]

Its really not that difficult

[@eldueno6593]

First things first: the opening amv is beautiful editing perfection

[@whiskey419]

Yeah, I had to subscribe because of it. Absolutely wonderful!

[@prizm3268]

What is the song?

[@eldueno6593]

@@prizm3268 it's vivaldi's four seasons - winter concerto

[@prizm3268]

@@eldueno6593 thanks

[@tradengaming2023]

It's *Breathtaking*

[@Shome2049]

John wick is the reason I hate Jason Bourne's Shaky cams.

[@arielmalsireal5453]

Dev Yadav John Wick Is COMPLETELY SAVAGE Than Jason Bourne.

[@landonhagan450]

I feel like John Wick is building up to an emotional and poignant finale. I wouldn't really want the series to go on indefinitely as that would rob it of the sense that John is fighting a war he can't win. That's what hits me so hard about these movies. Wick is a near mythic figure of death and destruction, but he struggles for every little victory he has and that struggle is permeated with the sense that it's leading to an inevitable, inescapable tragic conclusion.

[@ernestpaul2484]

We are witnessing his profession post-wife and all the emotions he repressed/never required/had available prior to his meeting his wife. Having somewhat of a soul will, at times, impair/impede necessary actions to be performed. His character prior to his wife was one of an efficient killing machine and even though there were "relationships" in his life, they were mainly on a "business level". This is a world within a world, one that revolves around the notion of honor and respect among killers and thieves. A world we know in reality does not exist at level at this point in time. There may have been a time when this environment had its moments, but they were fleeting.

[@palehorse24681]

@@ernestpaul2484 I'm honestly asking if you really dont think people still operate like this today? Cuz you sound like a naive 12yr old quiere girl at the end there bud.

[@ernestpaul2484]

@@palehorse24681 Keep pedaling, you;ll catch up. The underworld of criminals and those that are tasked to dispatch problems are real Jose. I was saying that the level of which this movie, that is made to entertain and be hopefully profitable, does not reflect that underworld as it exits now. There were, I imagine, when despite their evil intent, times that men displayed an honor code for killing one another. Actually the mafia had restrictions on cop killings. Any lower level member that killed a cop without being ordered to do so by a don or his representative was dealt with accordingly.Other hits were decided and farmed out to those that specialized in the field. And just so you are tracking, I am a 61 year old straight guy with a life full of experience in the real world in a variety of environments.

[@palehorse24681]

@@ernestpaul2484 your age and your sexual orientation have to do what with your answer? (That's a very distracting statement ul and write). I understand what you said. You didnt have to re write it. You're obviously offended and think I dont understand your limited view point. You 61 so what? I'm 32 and I've extremely well versed in many fields. I work when I want from home or out in the field. But what the hell does any of that have to do with the opinions we just shared? I simply understand the world at a different level than you. You love to drink the koolaid. The crimes are out in the open now. We have just been trained that its okay. Smh

[@ernestpaul2484]

@@palehorse24681 You were the one that asked the "honestly" question and I responded to your question. You also spelled "queer" incorrectly so in the context of your remark I was setting you on the right path. Since you have a problem with reading comprehension, I will attempt to not reply to your remarks. Have a nice day.

[@FilmFightFanatic]

We're truly in a Keanu Renaissance. John Wick's getting a little too over-the-top with the third installment but since it's a great excuse for awesome action, I'm all in for the ride. Let's just hope The Matrix sequels can continue Keanu's action legacy without ruining his original action franchise....

[@FilmFightFanatic]

I just thought the motorcycle sword fight and surviving a fall from a however-many-story building made the third the least realistic.

[@mrb4886]

@Andrew Chin My take 2 on both scenes.

[@horatiohuskisson5471]

Keanaissance

[@RGC-gn2nm]

Matrix and John Wick 4s were scheduled to release together.

[@justinhunt4767]

Matrix 4 was horrible john is the new

[@RememberTheDead]

I've been reading John Kreng's book about how to film action and there is an interesting note he makes about how fight directors in China are stars just as big as the director and receive awards as well as fanbases of their own. With the John Wick series putting fight directors and stuntwork to this level in the west (even starting rumblings of stunt oscars), it makes me wonder if it hasnt started a revolution.

[@joehera8311]

Even his style makes him so much more appealing

[@Nenjles]

Best film, best actor, best soundtrack, best Pencil, best fight choreography and definitely the best action movie of all time.. 👍

[@darthplagueis8886]

John Wick and Mission Impossible are these days, by far, the best action franchises on the market.

[@wolfboy20]

Truth!

[@dominiquepowell3158]

Agree!

[@sullivandmitry1416]

Damn straight. The bond movies have become more of a joke now.

[@darthplagueis8886]

@@sullivandmitry1416 a bit hit and miss yeah.

[@johnnk3256]

Because they have actors who are actually willing to take the risk for the sake of our entertainment.

[@richarddixon8365]

The editing is superb. Especially that intro. I love the John Wick series. Glad you did this one bro. Hoping you do Avengement and Furie as well.

[@Rossatron]

They'll certainly pop up in my 2019 action film review

[@richarddixon8365]

@@Rossatron Hell yeah. Can't wait. John Wick 3 was hands down the movie I was waiting for this year. But I might have to give no. 1 spot to Avengement. The character, the fight scenes and brutality is just perfect.

[@Rossatron]

@@richarddixon8365 I really, really liked Avengement.

[@wolfboy20]

@@Rossatron I decided to check out the trailer for Avengement and saw the movie after that on Netflix. HOLY FUCK!!! It was fucking amazing! Brutal and violent fight scenes! So satisfying to watch! 9/10

[@samuraijacques952]

Avengement was a great crime drama

[@kidder83]

I always have to watch these videos twice; once to hear you, second to truly grasp how insane the editing is

[@billbill6094]

I could make a video essay on how good this one is. The editing, the breakdown, just breathtaking. 13:42 - 13:53 is probably the best part of the editing besides the beginning AMV. I had never noticed those symbolic wings or halos and you pointed it out without even talking about them specifically. This is just a really good video.

[@BakaryD]

A Breathtaking movie franchise. Can't wait for the 4th one

[@bumba7220]

Bruh

[@iamwritingrightnow8217]

„What led to the rise of John Wick?“ Unlike most movie directors these days, they tried to make good action scenes that are enjoyable to watch.

[@miltontavares9506]

It was hard work and it paid off,John Wick made me believe in action inside Hollywood.

[@jshaw3793]

It's become the golden standard for how a action movie should be

[@alecwry]

The editing in the beginning to Vivaldi was actually incredible

[@fighttheclub]

What do I want in a "John Wick 4?" Chow Yun-fat as either an ally or adversary. I need to see Chow going on a 9mm mook murder massacre again.

[@patrickcalip948]

Without a doubt.... Need some more hard boiled action in my life.

[@miltontavares9506]

Gimme some Chow Yun Fat.He could be the owner of Hong Kong Continental,for example.

[@stevenbobbybills]

@@miltontavares9506 I doubt an American action film is going to have a Hong Kong scene for a while now, with the current instability and riots.

[@miltontavares9506]

@@stevenbobbybills Yeah i know and i hope things calm down in HK.

[@probability162]

If they want any scene of Asian, Japan is properly the best choice. Not Hong Kong.

[@xeneidax1]

I never closed the porn tab so fast in my life

[@Rossatron]

I wish I could say it was worth it

[@iododendron3416]

Get a second monitor.

[@HebaruSan]

The whole point of tabs is you can leave them open in the background and return to them later

[@ovahlord1451]

ross saved u from failing no nut november, what a guy

[@ftw4twcs]

Learn to multitask.

[@TheMonkey303]

Your videos convinced me to watch John Wick and it’s now one of my favorite series of movies. Thank you so much.

[@15awesomehighfive]

Please, we need to also tip our hats to Tyler Bates and his fantastic scores.

[@Locadel2003]

Man your videos are perfect. Well edited and well narrated. Underrated channel

[@calbacoller897]

Above all, John is a character we're rooting for. We want him to survive, which means that we're caught up by the story. In a lot of films, the action is pointless and over the top, but the action in John WIck movies makes you root for John and hope for his survival.

[@brandonwilburn5236]

John Wick is such a badass my favorite action movie

[@100percentvirginwithbigd4]

@Vicious Savage Halle Berry: Am I a joke to you?

[@bamb0ostick]

I'll never forget the general mood to the first John Wick before it came out. "Oh, another lame awful movie by Keanu Reeves? The story is about a guy who kills people who killed his dog? Is this for real?" Boy did this movie prove everyone wrong. Word of mouth spread about how good it was and to not expect it to get this far is an understatement. Glad I'm not the only one who loved the second John Wick of the trilogy. Most people I spoke to preferred the first JW the most.

[@CoinOpTV]

enjoying the Wick series hope 4 is the end tho cuz dude is getting old

[@khathide22nd]

I'll be personally happy if they end with Chapter 5 so long as it's a proper ending like the final chapter in a trilogy: a true conclusion. Ending on Part IV is just weird... my opinion.

[@Krystalmyth]

As long as Hollywood takes care of him and he has the desire and energy to do it, I don't care that he's getting old. I'm not trying to project myself into him or something. Fuck this ageist noise. (I know you probably didn't mens it this way, but it comes off as it)

[@OGFENIX]

8:27 to 8:32 omg! The editing in this video is something else

[@der3kg720]

Don’t mind just liking every comment and also dope ass intro

[@RocketPropelledGuy]

You won't like this comment.

[@Xiaolongbaokid16]

I still remember when I first entered a theater with all in mind that it's Keannu so I want to watch this. The movie theater wasn't in a blast, there's not much crowd out there watching, but gosh, we all witnessed greatness in there and began to spread the "word of mouth" for one of the best action franchise in History of Cinema.

[@tylerhansen931]

I'm a huge fan primarily because I believed in Keanu before the 1st film came out while the general perception of the film pre release made it an underdog. It's really satisfying to see this series succeed and grow

[@Quikanims]

Just wanna drop by to appreciate your god tier editing. Like jesus christ, that Enter the Dragon to Ruby Rose fight was simply flawless! Keep up the good work.

[@arkhive506]

"John... is a man of focus. Commitment. Sheer will." Pretty much sums up the films really. It knows what core audience it's aiming for, it knows how to deliver a simple but gripping/ relatable narrative, it knows how to earn your respect. Loads of action film writers/ directors just think that excessive egregious explosions makes for good action flick but that's just laziness and creative bankruptcy. John Wick's more grandeur spectacles of gunfu literally still has that intimate vibe to it; it's consistent and focused no matter how stylish/ grand the setpieces are.

[@mahmoudessam5174]

Your translations as you said it are breathtaking. Superb editing.

[@CallMeNacho_]

In JW4 I want to see John go back to as you said “An inevitable angel of death” him go back to being the hunter rather than the hunted.

[@brickwallpictures]

On the John Wick 2 commentary track Chad Stahelski says that the reflections of the soul exhibit and all of the numerous reflections throughout the film are meant to represent the duality of the two worlds John wick is a part. The normal world with his wife that he wants, and the assassin world that keeps pulling him back in.

[@shaneharrington3655]

The second is my favorite too. The most stylish and well paced.

[@aaron2686]

A few seconds after 8:25, you did a great little edit between Enter the Dragon and John Wick. Good job on that one.

[@arielmalsireal5453]

Jason Bourne & Taken: *[Makes A Lot Of SHAKY CAMS/QUICK CUTS/FAST CUTS To Give The Audience SEIZURES]* Asian Movies & Lionsgate John Wick: Omae Wa Mu Shindaeru! Jason Bourne & Taken: NANI!?

[@ultrafer9707]

Winter by Vivaldi is my favorite song of all time, and the intro you edited with her in your video is one of the most beautiful thing I've ever seen, PERFECTION.

[@Turt3752]

Ultrafer I’m gonna be that musician... it’s a 3-movement concerto, not a song. A song is a piece of music that is specifically meant to be sung.

[@ultrafer9707]

@@Turt3752 I didn't know that, I'm brazilian, it was the Google Translator that put "Song".

[@Nineteen1900Hundred]

Great video! Although you are right about the villains, I disagree with your stance on Chapter 3. Everything you said about Chapter 2 is what I think about 3. I find myself returning to Parabellum more often than the first two, which can feel a little mopey and sluggish at times. Parabellum's pacing and flow, (Particularly Act 1 and Act 3), felt more like it was inspired by The Raid 2, and that's one of my favourite action moves ever, so that may explain my bias.

[@eaglerabbit8922]

The reason I loved John Wick was because it reminded me of John Woo's awesome films of the 1980s and 1990s.

[@fallenhajduk]

Fantastic analysis. Love watching your videos

[@tobypark2045]

That opening sequence was incredible. You're a real pro Rossatron!

[@charlesmiller6281]

Actually love the hidden secret world aspect a whole lot more than the action.

[@agastyawiwekananda6083]

the way you transition between the different scenes is so damn good, its like the whole video is one big action scene that keeps on going, keep it up, proud of you

[@aaronzamora4526]

The transitions awe my drunk mind. This is awesome.

[@dinsism]

one of the best action trilogies out there

[@dominiquepowell3158]

Hands down the best of the best!

[@Shrapnel-qy4xi]

Dankest Media It’s going to be a quadrilogy.

[@DravicPL]

@@Shrapnel-qy4xi if the universe blesses Keanu and the rest of the team with good health, could be a pentalogy.

[@kelnhide]

Ali Baba I kinda want the series to end with the fourth one. What else is there for John to do after killing off the high table?

[@Shrapnel-qy4xi]

kelnhide Yeah, plus the director said “not to expect a happy ending” if I recall correctly.

[@foofinators]

I feel that with each movie my exclamation of the word “dayum” gets louder and louder with each passing moment in the theater

[@pgplaysvidya]

best editing in the film critque universe by far

[@VNSnake1999]

Ah. Vivaldi's Winter. Never gets old.

[@jamesallen5591]

This is a very good analysis.

[@Romezguide]

I totally agree about the last one and the 2nd too but 1st is so good still

[@MarkyMatey]

It's hard to pick a favorite they all have something I love.

[@lw8099]

Thank you keeping making amazing content. I feel the best attribute is your sound voice which lends itself to the confidence and knowledge of action cinema.

[@kihunipunk]

That. Intro. Is. SICK! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@gulsherahmed4929]

The opening is lit af🔥🔥

[@lexgil6520]

Solid essay. The first remains my favourite. The third one the one I liked the least. It looks great from a technical aspect, but plotwise, there are way too many points that just don't make sense, even contradicting its own world building. Also, when it comes to the action scenes themselves, although each by itself is great, there's just way too many of them, each going on for way too long, left me exhausted watching it, and not in a good way, like when one watches a grand spectacle movie. I'll have to rewatch Vol. 2 one of these days.

[@iraqiblbos8246]

Man every week i re watch one of john wick moives to keep my self calm like john wick because it give’s me the felling of calm and Focus

[@asadadon]

Each installment just keeps getting better and better. Part 3 is awesome.

[@aestheticalex1512]

Bro your editing is fantastic!!

[@nc32203]

Like others in the past..JOHN WICK CHANGED the Future Landscape of Hollywood Action Films😎👍👌👊

[@darthrevan2957]

The greatest action series ever, and arguably a top 10 series all time

[@Arch_the_Protogen]

It was by your first video about John Wick that I now know the series and I CANNOT thank you enough! Never before have I fallen in love with a movie franchise as I have with John Wick. even after seeing all three movies about 6 or 7 times, I alwase get exited every time I start one of them up for another round. I hope this franchise wil grow to absolutely ridiculous proportions, because if you ask me, the assassins world of John Wick has endless potential and as long as the movie team keeps up this high standard, this franchise has a long, LONG future ahead! And I'll be in the cinemas for every outing, jaw on the floor and completely forgetting to eat the popcorn I bought.

[@Ianmundo]

top work Ross, interesting to learn more about the people behind these brilliant films

[@mediaproductionfilms3665]

The Matchcuts you included are breathtaking.

[@prj7894]

would have been cool if franchises like terminator learnt from this

[@takoshihitsamaru4675]

Incredible video, you nailed almost everything about this franchise in my opinion. I can only think of one thing that you and I disagree on. I think the 4th should be the last. They've set up the pieces on the board and we're heading to an all-out continental vs underworld war. The hope is that it will be the big payoff, everything will e tied off and the character will have done what he needed to do for both the story and for the audience. The creative minds behind these movies have captured lightning in a bottle, the last thing I want to see is for it to become oversaturated or burnt out after movie after movie, sequel after sequel. End on a high note and then get out while you still have the audience in awe.

[@bro-0693]

1 is my favourite of all time

[@marlonhattemer8577]

I am so happy you included a clip of Shadow towards the end. Such a fantastic action film, although completely different to the Wick movies.

[@zackp5432]

I’m gonna be honest, the John Wick franchise is easily my favourite movie franchise of all time. Each movie is a masterpiece.

[@afroinness]

Some sublime editing here mates

[@claired.8621]

Just wanted to say that I appreciate your scene transitions. That’s some great editing.

[@thekathy6]

Your enthusiasm is infectious.

[@NotAurichu]

The quality of editing in this video is through the roof. Keep up the good work man.

[@Splackavellie85]

I've been watching your videos for years now. I think it's long overdue that I subscribe!

[@SomePotato]

I really like all three movies. But I really hope they don't increase the scope of the action much more in the fourth. The strong suite of the John Wick films is the amazing choreography and stunt work, not the big sets and CGI. The horse/motorcycle scene is pushing the boundaries for me.

[@tesjdndnjeinwjw]

Such a great video. This should be an extra in the Blu Ray.

[@jid5740]

The intro alone earned you a two thumbs up from me man. Good job. 👍👍

[@honkatatonka]

Amazing video. The cuts are fantastic. Beautiful work.

[@captainjakemerica4579]

I like how unlike a lot of action movies the story and characters also really well written and fleshed out

[@ryderalcaraz]

My goodness the editing of this was amazing. The seamless transitions. Bravo to you sir.

[@lwgoinghome]

Marathon time! I saw the second one on the deck of a cruise ship. It was awesome.

[@landrya9938]

The first one is an absolute masterpiece of action film. The second one is easily one of my favorite sequels ever (although I give the slight edge to the first). The third one once again is amazing but I do have to agree that it has trouble staying focused. It still has me hooked on John’s story going into Chapter 4 though.

[@crazyjew878]

Willem Landar I agree with all of that except I thought the action scenes to 3 were far better than 2, the dog fight scene and the fight in the knife shop are so memorable

[@landrya9938]

Jordan Williams I agree. I think 3 has the best action and choreography. I still think the club scene in 1 is my favorite but 3 has the most engaging action overall.

[@thepluraloftiger]

:з gonna sit back, crack open a new roll of toilet paper and relax thank for good vido!

[@Rossatron]

I also wish I could say it was worth it

[@thepluraloftiger]

@@Rossatron yknow, now that ive seen the whole thing (and washed my hands) i have to say i really appreciate all your matching cuts in the action pieces. so much effort that would take some time, i tip my beanie and thank you again, i really enjoyed this video, srsly

[@dabansuramiri716]

I like how he transitions from scene to scene. 👌🏼

[@varunnayak9502]

Man, this is the first video that i have watched on your channel, and boy, the editing is brilliant!Perfect transitions into similar action scenes. It was a treat to watch. Also, I thought I was the only one who liked the 2nd movie better than the third. Kudos mate.

[@rielo9725]

Honestly dude. Your editing is brilliant. Sublime yet unmissable, I'm subscribing even tho this is the first video of yours I'm watching.

[@arielmalsireal5453]

I LOVE Your Analysis, Rossatron. Stay Awesome!

[@AaronField]

Fantastic Breakdown, Great Editing. Love your work as always!

[@ЙцукенПетрович]

I think the primary thing that made JW popular, and what most it's imitators ignore, is the character of John Wick himself. He is an emotional human being. A lot of other classic action heroes were also emotional humans, but only in episodes and certainly not in the moments of intense action. John Wick is not a calculating killing machine, he acts on feeling and intuition. He is a badass BECAUSE he's a human, not despite of it. This stands in contrast to traditional action heroes and allowed it to avoid the tired cliches. This also serves as the hub to all the other aspects mentioned in the video. First, the action choreography and cinematography support a new type of action hero. Traditional action heroes were portrayed as stone cold killers because the movies had to sell them as ultimate badasses. But when the action speaks enough for itself, the hero is freed to be whatever the story requires. Second, the fantasy elements. There are many types of emotional characters. John Wick is not an impulsive or sentimental type of character, he is a romantic hero. "Romantic" not in the sense of "romance", but in the sense of literary romanticism. He is the type of character that overcomes overwhelming challenges through his innate instincts and determination. Romanticism works much better with fantasy elements than with gritty realism. Finally, who could better portray a romantic gun fu action hero than Keanu Reeves?

[@motor4X4kombat]

I will put it simple. John Rambo: an over the top guy in a real world. John MacLaine : a real guy in an over the top world. John Matrix (Arnold in comando) : an over the top guy in an over the top world... with low budget. John Wick: an over the top guy in an over the top world... with high budget.

[@THE_TonyFielding]

The John Wick films, that team, are a big reason I'm excited by the idea of the Highlander reboot. The original was stylish with a great soundtrack, but lacked the world building. These guys will give their Highlander a great style, a great soundtrack, and hopefully build a great, fascinating world with it.

[@IG33Z]

That hatchet throw from the third film is one of my favorite "scenes" in the movies lol

[@johnjuiceshipper4963]

So glad to see this channel has grown. Great content :)

[@Eamonshort1]

More god tier editing my man. Just commenting for algobump

[@tobypark2045]

Great video, but I come back and just watch that opening montage sometimes

[@squigburger]

Bravissimo on that opening sequence.