Tender Mercies scene "I Don't Trust Happiness"

[@timsodonovan1453]

In my humble opinion, one of the greatest scenes in cinematic history…… this movie is so subtle, so quiet, and as a born and bred Southerner, so in the pocket… this movie never gets old for me!

[@nickjames628]

And directed by an Australian! :)

[@xxtemuxinxx]

and much like the cohen brother's masterpiece "no country for old men", the wind is the most prominent soundtrack.

[@bobbyt7448]

I'm from Chicago and this is my favorite movie. It's just beautiful.

[@LionelMessi-vl1iw]

This scene is etched on my mind and my heart. One of my favorites movies of all time.

[@Dave-hc6pp]

I first saw this movie about a month ago. I was moved to tears watching this movie. I can’t trust happiness either. I’m 67 and I don’t remember a time when I did.

[@28bass211]

Hands down,one of the best movies i have ever seen and one of the best performances by Robert Duvall..

[@katherinedorsey1226]

Yes.

[@brucewayne3602]

absolute truth not only because it parallels my life in many respects but primarily because it personifies the the brilliance of RD - any place, any time, any role .... his " brilliance" occurred over many decades, the definition of longevity - and versatility ... incomparable !!!

[@patrickc3419]

I saw this overlooked film for the first time a couple of weeks ago, and I would now include it among my favorite films. Love the nationalistic, simplistic storytelling. Robert Duvall and Tess Harper were terrific.

[@davedahl4461]

I had been three days sober when I saw this movie. I sat in silence I wasn’t even aware, my face was covered in tears. I don’t trust happiness I never have I never will.

[@brucewayne3602]

absolutely wonderful - Blessings !!!

[@sartainja]

Dave, hope you are still winning your battle. Stay strong.

[@patrickmcglynn924]

I love how he tells her everthing...he bares his soul...and she listens then she leaves...brilliant there are sometimes when there are no answers no words that can do any good...i love this movie

[@cometclear]

That's the beauty of this whole movie: unstated or understated thoughts and actions. At every point in this movie where it could follow the cliches and formulas of Hollywood, it does the opposite. In a scene like this where Tess Harper would typically have something emotional to say and dramatic music would begin, she walks away and there is no music. There are no scenes of the wedding. When Mac gets angry and stays out all night in frustration and returns the next morning, there is no blow-up. It goes down to even the child actor. A friend asks him if he loves Mac and instead of tears welling up and the music kicking in, he matter-of-factly states that yes, he does. It's a tremendous screenplay, with great cinematography and great acting.

[@ronniebishop2496]

cometclear That's exactly how to explain it.

[@brucewayne3602]

absolute truth - including the 2 comments below ... the cast is incredible but let us not forget the Director !!!

[@lindaatkinson3962]

@@brucewayne3602 - The Aussie...

[@brucewayne3602]

@@lindaatkinson3962 disappointed ??? BW the Canadian

[@jamesmorgan3212]

Man what a scene. Almost feels like you shouldn’t even be there . Truly great seldom talked about film . I think it’s Robert Duvall’s best or certainly one of them .

[@brucewayne3602]

on many occasions !!!

[@bigpdaddy1965]

This is by far the greatest movie ever made. Its got heart its got soul its got realness. It absolutely reaches right out there and pulls your full attention to it.

[@balwc147]

Well said my exact thoughts 👍

[@jamesmorgan3212]

A underrated and sadly forgotten movie . But a absolutely Incredible scene . It’s stayed with me since the first time I saw it . It’s not really like it’s a movie character saying it . He made his character so real that it really felt like you where watching one of your own family members say it . I mean it truly resonates with you . Duvall had a Lotta great performances in his movie career . However None as phenomenal as the one in this movie .

[@RIA191145]

You’re exactly right James Morgan

[@brucewayne3602]

you nailed it mon ami ... RD had many, very many but this is arguably his best !!!

[@grobert7577]

Not forgotten by me.

[@apscoradiales]

One of the most moving scenes in a movie, any movie. I feel his loneliness.

[@brucewayne3602]

none better !!!

[@sartainja]

Will never forget this movie.

[@robertlerma1029]

One of the greatest acting performances!

[@paintridge614]

I have loved this movie and particularly this scene, after reading the comments, i see I'm not alone!

[@revstenny]

One of the most thoughtful, thought provoking movies, and scenes, ever made. Tremendous!

[@chinto50]

excellent movie.. if you havent.. see it..

[@ronniebishop2496]

It's my favorite line in Hollywood movies. It's big, the meaning is timeless.

[@debgib007]

Sing it the way you feel it.

[@brucewayne3602]

brilliant ... Mark Twain said "write what you feel" !!!

[@tmcmojo2292]

One of the best scenes since the beginning of cinema. Unreal.

[@toddst.george6511]

Brilliantly understated acting as always by one of the greats, Mr. Robert Duvall.

[@mindeloman]

This scene cuts to the quick. It captures what everyone feels but can't admit verbally or internally. Happiness is a vapor. There is just enough there to get a sense of it, but if you reach and try to grasp it - it's gone. People will ruin their lives chasing it. Chemical dependence is a good example of that. I like the way Duvall comes across in this scene. He plays it as a man who is on the edge of absolute emotional break-down but he's holding on to the edge by his fingernails. What I'm about to say is not very positive or uplifting but I hope for those who read this it can/will be interpreted as just reality and not pessimism: Life is more about set back than advancements. You'll experience more loss than wins. I think if you know and recognize this, you can have joy and a greater sense of happiness in life. - - “Anyone who imagines that bliss is normal is going to waste a lot of time running around shouting that he’s been robbed. The fact is that most putts don’t drop, most beef is tough, most children grow up to just be people, most successful marriages require a high degree of mutual toleration, most jobs are more often dull than otherwise. Life is like an old time rail journey…delays…sidetracks, smoke, dust, cinders and jolts, interspersed only occasionally by beautiful vistas and thrilling burst of speed. The trick is to thank the Lord for letting you have the ride.” ― Jenkin Lloyd Jones

[@daddyrat9709]

Excellent comment. Unfortunately, you are probably correct.

[@DaisyLee1963]

Thanks for this excellent comment.

[@buckfiden2594]

Beautifully put and absolutely true. You can spend your twenties chasing the highs of your teens only to end up 30 and alone. I think it happens all the time. I got married at 28 and was divorced by 37, even more alone than ever because I never accepted reality. I've found happiness in the years since, in a simplistic, logical and moral existence.

[@kejiri3593]

go to mountain each summer and dont think about it. Good weather, water and preprations for winter. But overall i aint this guy, so traumas sucks in general

[@tmcmojo2292]

Beautifully put. You should be a writer. Your writing affected me. Very positively and not normal. Thank you for saying what I never could put in words so eloquently.

[@MMAfighter38113]

One of my favorite movies. Duvall earned Best Actor

[@seanmcglynn3638]

Seriously no comments...one of the best scenes i have seen

[@patrickmcglynn924]

Apollon Abaddon it was made in 1982 about a country music singer in Texas come on

[@patrickmcglynn924]

Good point

[@joeharris3878]

Robert Duvall: the great one.

[@mogreen5965]

One of the best movies ever made

[@curbmassa]

No question. It is. Duvall never fails to deliver. This scene is perfection itself. The scarecrow deserved some kind of supporting actor role. So glad to find it here on YT and happy to find I'm not the only one who treasures it.

[@brucewayne3602]

almost beyond words !!!

[@tranurse]

One of the best movies ever.

[@tomcleaveland4325]

Magnificent movie. Poignant and magnificent.

[@movietrivia1553]

I saw it when I was five and it hit me even then.

[@SL-cl9gt]

movie trivia John Simon: *Breathes Heavily*

[@synthetic_paul]

Just wanted to see what this film was about. Wow. Stunning. An american masterpiece.

[@tmcmojo2292]

She knows why......what a beautiful movie. My god the scenery and sound‽?? Unparalleled.

[@brucewayne3602]

brilliant comment on a beyond brilliant movie !!!

[@cunegunde2]

Powerful scene

[@jpm5674]

My favorite movie. Always was.

[@renoboy60]

The best movie ever made.

[@brucewayne3602]

cannot agree more !!!

[@SL-cl9gt]

He showed vulnerability and she reacted instinctively.

[@shakamaker554]

My best movie ever!!!

[@cks57youto53]

After losing my husband then daughter , well said !

[@kejiri3593]

I am sorry for your loss : (

[@unappreciatedtreehouse821]

That's the saddest thing I've ever heard.

[@narabdela]

Great scene, from a magnificent movie. Pity it's in the wrong aspect ratio.

[@hidatsamandan188]

i gotta give it thumbs up.

[@keaneofcomedy]

The wind, though.

[@davisking4895]

It's because of this movie I became a film director

[@Jasonnark44]

Do you still Direct?

[@LinDuhLou]

He’s right too. I’ve learned to NEVER trust happiness…

[@raymondcarroll3876]

Does anyone notice her outfit is the same as the scarecrows. Intentional Symbolism (?) She keeps the crows out of his life, like the scarecrow keeps them out of the garden.

[@rickdarby2367]

There’s a reason for everything and for everything as a reason

[@BruceWayne-wx3mf]

fuck great accent, masjestic role i love you tom hagen

[@davidtimothymiller6883]

bliss well thats just enough isn"t.D

[@lynnettegyllenblad1700]

We can't "trust happiness" because everything, in this life, is temporary. True "happiness" or perhaps.. peace.. prevails when we realize that.

[@Trickhorn]

How to win an Oscar on merit. ,

[@brucewayne3602]

is there a similarity - Tender Mercies vs Crazy Heart ???

[@christopherallen9580]

i think they have similar themes

[@gerrymorales]

Robert Duvall and Scott Cooper, the Director and writer of Crazy Heart are close friends.

[@mistervacation23]

¡Jesús saltando mierda! ¡Realmente me cabrea, te lo digo!

[@hannahlong763]

I don't either

[@patmsb1]

But the people close to him has cost them there life.

[@BNatoAk]

Best acting but the story sucked.

[@fredemny3304]

Philistine.

[@fredemny3304]

Why on earth have you presented this in the wrong aspect ratio? Everythng is squeezed up!