The GOAT of Thrillers - SE7EN 1995 - Movie Reaction - First Time Watching

[@Reefism]

Denzel Washington said this was one of two movies he regretted turning down.

[@verkpunk]

Was he supposed to play Mills or Summerset?

[@martinlatour9311]

The other role was Hitler in Downfall

[@Bluesit32]

What was the other?

[@Bluesit32]

​@@verkpunkIf it was Somerset, I'm glad he turned it down. Morgan Freeman plays the veteran so well.

[@Reefism]

Michael Clayton

[@fatladysings77]

My absolute favorite serial killer film. There are other greats, obviously, but there's something about Se7en that keeps me coming back. The mood, the look, the performances, the methodical way it unfolds is flawless.

[@captainsplifford]

I saw this movie in the theater, and the lust murder still haunts me to this day. It's one of very few movie scenes of any genre that has made my skin crawl in an incredibly visceral and painful way. Fincher's aesthetic was perfect for this film.

[@milleda75]

Same here. Saw this movie in the theater also. That scene still bothers me.

[@dallesamllhals9161]

@@milleda75 so SAW ..not up there...?

[@scottishzombie]

Such a great reaction. Love watching Rekkai go through the motions of regret of not seeing it before, the admiration of of the story, the acting, etc. Looking forward to watching more of you guys!

[@angelagraves865]

David Fincher has made so many great movies: Gone Girl, Zodiac, FIght Club, The Game, and the very underrated The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, and more.

[@larindanomikos]

The Swedish Girl w/the Dragon Tattoo with Stellan Skarsgard is better.

[@angelagraves865]

@@larindanomikos Stellan Skarsgard was in the Fincher version, but I agree, the Swedish version is better.

[@johnnychua6738]

David Fincher should have directed the Girl in the spiderweb. I would love to see his take instead of the shit that was released by another director.😅 Dave's version much better.

[@TheHitmann069]

Girl with the Dragon Tatoo is just as dark in my opinion. But the refinement of experience is also very evident. Finchers series 'Man Hunter' on Netflix is another fantastic example of his vision and work.

[@tfleming92]

Seven is my favorite of his, but the way Fincher shoots is also very-well demonstrated in The Game. He sets up suspense and realization in a way that nobody else seems to do.

[@MsMelyjean]

I belive that Mills wasn't even the original target. When John Doe called them and he let them know that he had to readjust his schedule based upon "today's little setback", I think he incorporated Mills into his plans

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Agreed

[@raha78]

As a Brad Pitt fan of over 30 years, I can say he started getting leading roles after A River Runs Through It. He had a small role, before that, in Thelma and Louise that really opened the door for larger roles. He did have a leading role in Johnny Suede, but I may the only one who saw that. What skyrocketed his career was the back-to-back filming and releases of Interview With The Vampire and Legends of the Fall, in the same year (1994). He filmed Legends first, had a month off, and filmed IWTV. They were released in the opposite order. IWTV was released in November and Legends had a big Christmas Day release. His career soared after that and has not come down. The phenomenon of 1994 allowed him to start asking for $7 mil per picture (which was a lot). He was also named sexiest man alive 2 years in a row. I remember this year so well. This film is his next and where he met Gwyneth

[@mayrad5307]

Love this and the best discussions afterwards. Love the legit analysis of themes concepts characters etc. and it’s like your pages are companion pieces to each other, yay! So much rewatch value for new clues seen as a viewer each time. As always thank you for what you all do keep on! Wishing you the best and continued success and long distance hugs and have a beautiful day!

[@mynameisfen]

A perfect crime thriller in my opinion, just flawless on every level. The twist is the cherry on the top of what already would be a great movie - "cinematic masterpiece" pretty much sums it up. Loved both your reactions, and the breakdown at the end was on point. Got yourselves new subscriber here. 101/10

[@muninraven3327]

2:20 "His ass and his back are synonymous at this point." Mate, that is astonishingly good. Wow... Genuine tears of laughter. And the fact it was said in such a casual, off the cuff way... Best quip I've heard in a long time. 🤣🤣😂😂😂 Edit: I cannot spell when I type, if that makes sense.

[@verkpunk]

Its good to see some fellow old boys getting that Cliffs Notes bit. Ive seen a number of reactions to this and these kids never know what they are.

[@michaelatteberry6462]

This is the absolute best reaction and review of this film there is. Had to subscribe

[@EpicFrozenMoment]

Opening credit title sequence was a major design/graphics innovation.

[@captainsplifford]

I love Rekkai just randomly bringing up Doctor Who in the reaction. The sign of a true and unequivocal Whovian!! So wonderful to see. I love you both so much!

[@NHarts21]

This is an AMAZING movie, from the writing, to the acting, to the directing, to the set design. It's just awesome. BUT it's very dark and does require some deeper thought than a standard thriller. It's why this movie sticks out in people's memory. You gentlemen did a great job on this one!

[@TheHitmann069]

Saw this film week after it's release with my bestie bro. The cinema was absolutely silent as the film end credits rolled and no one moved. Our 35min drive back home was just as silent. We knew we had witnessed cinematic brilliance, but we just didn't appreciate fully until we re-watched it. Cinematography, colour grading, script, filter and vignette use and above all the acting from every main character was absolutely on point. Thanks for sharing fellas. Best wishes from across the pond. 🎥📽️❤

[@djbazman69]

The juxtaposition of both of your final reactions to the ending was priceless.

[@loftypenalty91]

This movie is one of my favorites of all time, and Morgan Freeman's, Brad Pitt's, and Kevin Spacey's performances in this movie are absolutely incredible.

[@nilesstark]

Fun Fact: There was written ending where Somerset and Mills ended up drawing their guns at each over whether or not to kill John. But instead of Mills doing it, Somerset shoots and kills John. Mills in shock would ask "What are you doing?" Somerset would answer "I'm retiring" walking away and dropping his gun.

[@nathanielhorrigan2181]

Just came across your channel today and I’m subscribing. You two guys are cool as hell!!! All the success in the world to you guys.

[@leemurphy3863]

Best part of this reaction was your commentary at the end. You gentlemen are going to do great things. Thank you.

[@JPuReTaLeNt]

He said had her head delivered by a courier 😂😂😂 I laughed too hard at that

[@garnet0101]

Brad Pitt really did injure his arm jumping onto a car. That is a real cast.

[@ThirdEye...]

That is a Masterpiece, and the reaction made even better and fun!

[@immersion24]

that's a fantastic response to not having seen this...I'm a cinephile and I am working my way thru movies I should have seen and haven't. U two have had one of best reactions/reviews I've seen on KZbin...well done. I saw this film in the theater and it's one of those ones that there is a before and after. It's a short list.

[@milleda75]

Love the discussion. I this movie when I was 19 with by BFF. It shocks me till this day how this movie evolved. The acting was so good. The direction was excellent. Cannot believe your man's never watched this film. What's in the box is a line that lives forever. Bringing it back to The Acolyte was perfect.

[@leeannmcdermott8313]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought Brad Pitt was hilarious in this😂

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Excellent viewing Gentlemen 👍🏻 Spacey,Pitt,Ermy and paltrow were excellent. But Freeman stole the show. As usual

[@eldeano9964]

My favourite kevin spacey documentary

[@Zilch.0]

@@eldeano9964 I'm surprised clips of his line '-I'd like to speak to a lawyer, please' wasn't used more for memes around the time he got exposed.

[@xrusted]

10 outta 10 -- YESSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!! Saw this as a 20-year old when it came out and I was transfixed. Always amazes me no matter how many times I see it. Thanks for doing a reaction to it! Much respect.

[@thew5262]

I studied this movie in my film.production college class, honestly such a beautifully put together movie!

[@Grapeseedoil]

I remember watching this for the first time probably a year or two after it was released and being amazed by the script & acting. I was no older then 17 or 18, still one of my fav. movies.

[@peperino25]

Please react to +🔥 ★ *The Bone Collector* (1999) _Denzel Washington & Angelina Jolie_ ★ *Law Abiding Citizen* (2009) _Gerard Butler & Jamie Foxx_ _BONUS TRACK_ (Hannibal Trilogy) ★ *The Silence of the Lambs* (1991) ★ Hannibal (2001) ★ Red Dragon (2002)

[@Syntell]

LOVING these suggestions. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@captainsplifford]

The Bone Collector, the book, is absolutely fantastic, and the movie is one of the best book-to-film adaptations I have ever seen.

[@ladyhotep5189]

Bone collector is underrated

[@nupefromdaville]

@@Syntell uhhhh... no. i know these movies. no sir. Maybe Law Abiding Citizen. maybe....

[@sweetkiss119]

@@nupefromdavilleall of these are great movies. You have terrible taste in films lol

[@lynthia]

The laughter throughout the final five minutes is a bit sadistic, Syntell 💯

[@Syntell]

🤣 It definitely had more to do with Rekkai's reaction than anything else.

[@christopherking4932]

I doubt it

[@ffoneal]

Came in the theatre to see this movie in the 90's with my popcorn and hotdog and saw Gluttony and could not eat rest of the movie. This movie was brilliant! Rained almost the whole film. And I love the fact Rekkai had to take like 5 minutes to gather himself shows you how good it is. It was perfect!

[@imeddiewilson1572]

There's a theory that Morgan's character is the real mastermind being the end of his uneventful career and Kevin's character was simply a willful also psychotic tool to achieve a similar goal.

[@KelliFranklin]

One of my favorite thriller movies. Freeman, Pitt and Spacey are superb in this movie. Spacey in particular gave a chilling performance.

[@Syntell]

It's a shame Spacey is. . . well. . . you know. Because that's a waste of a tremendous talent.

[@KelliFranklin]

@@Syntell I agree.

[@captainsplifford]

@@Syntell Yeah, that actually *legit* pisses me off. Like, furious.

[@imeddiewilson1572]

All those power lines? A permanent stutter? I pee green and can read others minds🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ronburrelljr7077]

Amazing reaction, y'all gotta do reaction to Heat with deniro and Pacino, that diner scene with them is incredible 👏 bravo to this reaction

[@Hexcaliblur83]

"Big Back, Big Back, whatcha gon do? Whatcha gon do when they come fo you?" 😆😆💀

[@larindanomikos]

Funny how he quotes Earnest Hemingway speaking to the world being worth fighting for. Beings Earnest Hemmingway committed suicide. So Pitt signed onto work with Fincher on this film. They showed up and the studio had someone rewrite the end. They threatened to walk so they put it back.

[@John_Locke_108]

Seen this film dozens of times and I still don't know if killing John Doe was the right thing or the wrong thing.

[@braylonrandle1731]

Yeah it’s an ambiguous decision for sure

[@YoureMrLebowski]

wrong thing. john doe won.

[@John_Locke_108]

@@YoureMrLebowski Yes but also...that's his wife and unborn child. As a father and husband myself, it's impossible for me to say what I would do. Because avenging their deaths is also the right thing to do.

[@blacprophet1153]

I watched it when it first came out and I think that most men would have murdered him for killing his wife and kids!

[@Syntell]

John Doe corrupting the "innocent" naive detective Mills was the greatest comeback. If Mills can fall, then anyone can. I believe killing him was the wrong decision.

[@GooniesNeverSayDie1980]

Brad severely slashed his hand to the forearm when chasing Spacey throughout the apartment building and rainy streets. That is why Brad is in an arm-sling and hand-wrap for the rest of movie.

[@jb2839]

❤ the reaction. Love you guys

[@arrow1414]

For the record the name of the city is never mentioned and it is taken to be fictional, bt because it rains alot it is taken to be somewhere in the Nortwest, like near Seattle.

[@loribernardisunwell9663]

So when they said he had three kinds of blood on him when he was arrested, one still unidentified, it was Tracy's...twisted little detail ❤

[@angelagraves865]

Morgan Freeman was also in Lucy (2014) with Scarlett Johansson. It's a *great* sci-fi action movie, written and directed by Luc Besson (Leon: The Professional; The Fifth Element; Taken; The Transporter; La Femme Nikita, and quite a few more).

[@geoffmustbedestroyed]

I was reading a film theory of this movie very recently…..and as many times as I’ve seen this since seeing this in the theatre, I never picked up on what this movie IS…..it’s Batman….Morgan Freeman is Batman/ Brad Pitt is Robin/ Kevin Spacey is the Joker…..he ends up toying with and breaking Pitt/ Robin…..the script pulls a lot from Batman-Killing Joke……. Seeing it in the theatre, I remember how quiet it was as people were leaving during the credits…..how it’s one of those movies where it doesn’t work out…..

[@wedgeantilles4712]

Analyzing fingerprints is still a very slow process and it doesn't need to be a fast process, fingerprints are only used for comparison and database. Despite of what some people might think, fingerprints are really not that useful what it comes to evidence.

[@wjohnson1110]

Jamal and 'em took me out 😂😂😅

[@evangelinasmusic]

WHATS IN THE BAAAAAX! Aw man that reveal still gets to me though.

[@keptbygrace6221]

Great reaction! Now watch 12 Angry Men, another top 50 film. 🙂

[@arctan2010]

I hope you guys get to *_Silence of the Lambs_* because it’s hard not to think about comparing it to *_Se7en_* because both are masterpieces in different ways. Also, it’s the only horror/thriller movie that won best picture.

[@Syntell]

I agree with you and thats and incredible recommendation. We'll definitely consider it.

[@deborahpaley21]

David Fincher, director, is along with Scorcese, my favorite. Genius.

[@arrow1414]

You guys made a Joker reference. I always regarded this movie as a Batman movie without Batman. In a dark, grimy city that serms to be raining all the time with the weirdest, sickest crimes commited by geniuses. The cops like Somerset and Mills had to take up the slack. Don't worry, NO jury in the world will convict Mills, especially after hearing the recording.

[@desireezachry8086]

Subscribed great reaction

[@comeoninmycoop]

Man this movie was everything when I was in college. We went and watched it multiple times. I can’t believe y’all missed this one back in the day. Glad you enjoyed it!!!

[@mikeshoe74]

First time watching you guys, loved the reaction, will check out more. I disagree though that this put Morgan Freeman, Brad Pitt and Kevin Spacey on the map. They were already ticket draws.

[@Darknamja]

I have this in my VHS library. This was the joint. Brad Pitt blew up. He and Morgan Freeman put in the work on this one. 😉

[@Syntell]

Nothing was ever the same for either of these actors after this film came out.

[@tanishamassie8133]

@@SyntellSeven is a great movie but Morgan Freeman was a star before this. He already had two Oscar nominations, including for Driving Miss Daisy, and had been in Unforgiven.

[@blacprophet1153]

​​@@SyntellYou brothers are two of my favorite reactors! I think that you kinda broke Rakkai but I have to say just like him if I watch a real horror movie for the rest of the day I have to watch a lot of good drama or comedy to flush out the horror vibes! I'm sorry about the spelling.

[@PraxizC]

The way you laughed at some point, during the cut, made me convinced that you were bullies at school. Confirm? or Deny!

[@captainsplifford]

I read it more as nervous and uncomfortable laughter. Not gleeful at all.

[@aroseofbeauty]

Unfortunately I, the villians knew Mills so well that he knew Mills wrath would result in excluding him from using crime of passion as a defense. Mills' shot him until he had no more bullets. That exceeds crime of passion. He would due better with an insanity plea because he obviously BROKE Mills.

[@Savor1979]

Supposedly the movie takes place earlier before the real crazy criminals come out in Gotham. That this killer is the one of many other killers that show up with their own little theme…. Like the joker, the Riddler and the penguin, etc..

[@Xsyfrx]

Its a challenge for viewers to watch when 1 reactor has seen it already, it's too much to not give the next moments away, like shakey pants here when it came down the end scene, like he has ants in his pants.

[@DeAnne1233]

You guys are funny. The one thing I didn’t like about this movie when it came out on VHS, during editing they made everything too dark. How many homes have you walked into with four lamps on in the room yet a flashlight is still needed to see clearly? They made me squint, the bastards. Everything else about this movie is Stellar. Every time I watch it I think, yep still my favorite movie of all time (Gemini satisfied).

[@dreamhayzeeffect4888]

?! That's what's up

[@jamesamelia2812]

Good reaction. You guys were hilarious!

[@pamelaallen-sanders5464]

Why were you laughing about the head in the box? I don't get it.

[@imeddiewilson1572]

7 psychopaths is also an excellent movie. Kiss kiss bang bang can be hilarious too.

[@Vesuvius081]

Great Movie for great Actors, very fun Reaction guys!

[@Memelovespeace]

“What’s in the box?!” I thought of that as soon as I saw the title of the video

[@Syntell]

One of the most memorable cinematic lines of all time. CLASSIC!!!!

[@ladyhotep5189]

At this point I think most people do that have already seen the film. Lol

[@ROLANDSONOFSTEPHEN690]

Hard to pick a favorite quote in this film, but I'll go with the last line. "Ernest Hemingway once wrote, 'The world is a fine place and worth fighting for.' I agree with the second part." This film is just flawless!!!! David frakking Fincher!!!!

[@Syntell]

I'm stll blown away with how talented Fincher was so early in his career. He's incredible.

[@EM-tx3ly]

How hypocritical of Ernest He committed suicide too Follow the man then his words Gentlemen

[@igodreamer7096]

Great movie, man!

[@ConstanceHurst-r8v]

Not sure if this is New York. I lived in New York for 69 of my 73 years and I don’t recognize where they are

[@lufcharrison2234]

you boys should watch peaky blinders, i think you'll love it! its doing the rounds in the reaction community atm so i think it'll do great for views. 🙏

[@HuntingViolets]

Freeman made his TV debut in _The Electric Company_ in his mid-30s.

[@captainsplifford]

He was the Easy Reader!!

[@thepodbaydoorshal]

What’s my man on the left keep glancing at?

[@Darknamja]

Definitely a banger. Brought back the memories. Thanks for posting. 😉

[@Stuart_Cox1969]

Please watch the movie "Snatch", Pitts plays a great part in it.

[@tanishamassie8133]

Pitt first gained fame for his role in Thelma and Louise in 1991.

[@Syntell]

I knew it was his big cinematic premiere, but was it the role that gave him fame 🤔?

[@christopherking4932]

BOTH OF YOU NEED TO SEE A MOVIE CALLED I SAW THE DEVIL.

[@stevesheroan4131]

I don’t think David Fincher hates his audience quite as much as Darren Aronofsky does, but it’s darn close. If the two of them made a film together, It probably wouldn’t be a feel-good musical romantic comedy. Just a guess.

[@petarvurdelja7667]

Check out assasination of jesse james 2007 western brad pitt best role by far he plays jesse james that role is level above anything you seen from him also check thriller california 1993 brad plays psychotic klller, thriller 12 monkeys 1995 he plays crazy dude the most versatille actor i agree with you this guy aint just pretty face also he is in my top 5 actors

[@shamenbilly]

jeez im old , saw this in the cinema

[@msteward2070]

Should check out American Beauty....The Usual Suspects Kevin Spacey fans

[@christopherking4932]

Awesome reaction/ can you please watch a movie called A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT.

[@Incite-westworld]

Salutations 👋🏾 mes frères! This movie is « la crème de la crème » of modern thriller (on celluloïd, hold on, before you roll your eyes, because YES that makes the difference). Sending some flowers your way, from Paris, France 🇫🇷

[@Syntell]

🙌🏾🙌🏾 France is in the house. Thank you so much for hanging out with us. And yes, it's the Creme de la creme.

[@greenbeans9388]

Y’all cut the hell outta this movie 😂😂😂

[@sirajussalekin9239]

I do not want to sound like a hater, but I genuinely dislike reaction videos. I feel most of those videos are without substance and just people acting way too surprised and not even talking anything about what they are reacting at. I was not actively searching reaction video of se7en, this video got auto played after I watched Chris Stuckmann's se7en review. Your video changed my perspective, this was not only people acting surprised, it was two smart intelligent men discussing about a movie (that's why I love RedLetterMedia videos so much) I thank you guys for your reaction, you guys got a new fan.

[@Syntell]

Thank you so much for this tremendous comment. It really means a lot to both me and Rekkai to know that people are enjoying our content. We hope to see you again really soon.

[@loribernardisunwell9663]

If you havent watched it another great movie with a great villian is One Flew Over The Cuckoos Nest. It has Jack Nickelson and a great villian named Nurse Ratched, and yes, the name fits lol

[@Syntell]

I have never seen that movie. Great suggestion.

[@loribernardisunwell9663]

@@Syntell ty. You wont be disappointed if you decide to react to it, I promise 💙

[@hufemeve]

indeed one the finest diamond films of the 90's. BTW if you enjoyed S7ven, you guys must watch "the Game" from the same director David Fincher (he also directed Zodiac) I remember the very day I watched the film in theater with my closest friends and walked out in shock with so many questions & thoughts about John Doe's masterplan -which brings up very important dark topics about society that we seem to ignore & be apathic by "because they're common, accepted -even embraced" under the current social construct"

[@open_soul_beats]

Yo if y'all want a good movie that dances with the psychological terror of hereditary Good and evil look at the Ryan gosling movie a place beyond the pines

[@belladoran222]

I love this film,Morgan's da boss.😊 aussie girl x ♥️

[@Lilith_F]

Kevin Spacey is one fucked up guy but DAMN can he act.

[@HuntingViolets]

Gwyneth Paltrow and Pitt were a couple at the time they did this movie.

[@Syntell]

Really. Brad seems to have a knack for shaking up with his fellow co-stars.

[@HuntingViolets]

@@Syntell They were engaged, I think. He went to Weinstein and told him to leave her alone too.

[@ROLANDSONOFSTEPHEN690]

John Doe is absolutely a top tier Villian! Brilliant performance!

[@ginahouston9352]

👀👀👀👀👀👀👀what's in the box?!?!❓⁉⁉

[@garnet0101]

Too much explosive laughter. Especially at the end which is serious. It’s annoying guys

[@wjohnson1110]

For real

[@operationreciprocity8446]

Bahahaha... a permanent stutter!

[@carriesmith742]

2:21 Legends of the Fall is GREAT! LOVED Sir Anthony Hopkins in that movie! 25:21 I HATE that all that stuff happened with Kevin Spacey! This movie, along with American Beauty and A Time To Kill made him one of my and my husband's favorite actors. We used to watch House of Cards together but fell off the last season from the sour taste in our mouths. The whole show was tainted.