The God Who Isn't There Part 2

[@robinannaniaz9670]

How on earth did I find a person 15 minutes ago, and be devastated by losing him... Matt is a lovely human being ❤

[@Yesica1993]

And here I am, just having found this channel now.

[@Turner9090]

@@Yesica1993and me now

[@tanicwhisper0647]

Same boat. His insight was impeccable… Really sucks man.

[@drjpica]

Thank you for articulating my inner thoughts perfectly. I was so touched by his work i wanted to have my family watch Castaway followed by an obligatory viewing of Matt’s stunning videos.

[@kewannaloves5459]

I felt the same way. I gave a very autabol WELL DAMN. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@pluztaxx2718]

Rest in peace Matt 🙏🏾💙

[@JinKee]

is that confirmed?

[@alsmith5031]

I never realised before today that the channel's logo is Wilson. What a symbolic and poetic finale for such a great man. A real genuine loss. Rest in peace Matt.

[@Paraselene_Tao]

I watched part one a few minutes ago, and I figured that I would enjoy part two, so I ended up here. I did not expect this news. RIP Matt, and may the wife, family, and friends all get through their loss. He lives on through his good work.

[@Paraselene_Tao]

Maybe Matt's flim commentary is more of a mirror for his own spiritual beliefs. These beliefs coincide with many other people's systems. These people include the writers, directors, film crew, and actors of this film and all other media. It might be correct to state that all media is a mirror that shows us the psychology of a given culture.

[@anthonyryan6208]

Same

[@canadadelendaest8687]

Same...wtf man! Now I'm all sad and shit :( His work has been brilliant.

[@kalaiten]

The world lost a wonderful mind. I'm thankful for the insights he's given us.

[@OneNeverEnds]

This man worked on his passion until the end of his days here. Even with a terminal diagnosis, he created the video explaining what he loves. Matt is truly an inspiration....I'm in awe. RIP

[@GrizzlyAdams024]

We will miss you Matt. More than words can describe. Just from a complete stranger to another; you have helped me really enjoy movies more and more. I now think about your interpretations and thoughts when I am watching movies. Thank you Matt for your knowledge and kindness. Much love to you and your family.

[@chipophiri1201]

It's amazing how I came across these two videos for the first time, at a time when my life is indeed at a Crossroads. To think that this blessed messenger went through all of this to hold on and deliver this before his passing. I am truly grateful. Truly truly grateful. Rest in peace, brother. I will always cherish what you have done for me.

[@teeahtate]

Yes

[@codymachala6457]

Friend. When I heard of your passing. I cried. I literally sat down and sobbed. When I was at a crossing road in my life, it was one of your videos that helped comfort me and remind me how sheerly amazing God is. I love you brother and I'm grateful for your wife and your family and knowing that I will meet you one day. Thank you for who you are and what you did for me and impact you had on the lives of others. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. May we greet Jesus together one day, my friend. :)

[@Anerus90]

Matt was so prolific with his words and to express his thoughts so clearly. He was so captivating. His "No Country for Old Men" was the first video I watched and helped cement my love for film. I just learned about his passing a few minutes ago and I am so saddened. We lost an amazing human being ❤

[@HighGuys-ly4wx]

Man he was talented and well loved RIP Mat ❤

[@teeahtate]

Oh, no. Thanks for sharing. Yes, very talented.

[@stonecoldsteveaustin5429]

Rest In Peace man, I look forward to seeing you with our Lord

[@hajime5486]

News flash, there is no afterlife. This is it and you need to enjoy it.

[@adinakruijssen3056]

@@hajime5486 @Hajime dude if he believed in it then just don't say that. If others are pushing it and he was actively against that then sure, but otherwise just respect it and honor/mourn/respect him in your own way privately or even publicly in your *own* comment, (something like "I'm sorry to hear he's gone, had an insightful point of view and seemed to be a good man, one that I looked up to/was informed/inspired by/entertained by", not religious/heavenly but honest to your beliefs, focusing on what he did during his life rather than the "afterlife"), but allow others to express kind thoughts. They aren't espousing fire and brimstone rhetoric (if so, go off king), they're displaying the harmless, positive, empathetic, humanistic aspects of religion, really just communicating their love and reverence for a good man

[@mitchstevens6008]

@@hajime5486 hey look, another know-it-all atheist with all the answers.

[@llllll-md9wo]

⁠@@mitchstevens6008hey look a know-it-all Christian believing in a bs “God”

[@JanetStarChild]

@@mitchstevens6008 That's rather disingenuous, considering that it's actually theists that make positive assertions without evidence.

[@thejacksonles]

I've never watched one of his videos until today. I am sorry for your loss, Matt really seemed like a wonderful soul.

[@PerryWidhalm]

My sincerest condolences. I enjoyed his work and I hope he found the god he so desired ....

[@Thomas12793]

I just discovered this channel only to find out Matt is gone. What a gut punch. RIP Matt

[@usualsuspects42]

I am so sorry to hear that he is no longer here with us. Compassion for his family. Thanks for his efforts in this to leave something for us all. Appreciate what you have today, all of it, and everyone because you and we all will lose everything in time.

[@arminoleg1624]

RIP brother. Thank you for leaving behind these videos. They truly are gems. Rest easy

[@petekwando]

I only found these videos yesterday, and was heartbroken to read that Matt had passed. But I’m happy that he was able to share his excellent insights, which will live on here for years to come.

[@yqafree]

Rest with Jesus my friend. You have everlasting peace now.

[@noautotunejustpuretalent]

there is no jesus

[@Quazimim]

damn brother you just go around​ and replying to people wishing him a peaceful rest that there's no god and they should shut up? Get some help brother holy shit what's wrong with you?

[@powerplantbody8243]

Just finished watching this video. I'm so sad that Matt has passed on. His channel was one of my all time favourites on KZbin. Such a beautiful communicator and an equally beautiful mind. He'll be missed, but he sure made an impact while he was here. Rest in Peace, Matt

[@drewpowers7236]

I've shared your original Shawsank video with a few close friends a while back. I find your take on the Jesus allegory to resonate with me big time and I'm not even a Christian. It seemed pretty obvious to me once you broke it down...even to the level of embarrassment that I didn't deduct it on my own, having watched the movie a dozen times. You made your case so well...as you did in all your videos. Truly fantastic work. I just realized you passed and wanted to pay my respects. Enjoyed your work tremendously. I can give no higher compliment to a stranger. All I want for my own life is for my work to resonate with some folks I've never met ...or you could say met only through my work. I hope your videos live on and grow for years and years on KZbin and platforms yet to be created. RIP sir

[@alexsanders7404]

I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I was under a rock and had no idea! God rest your soul and so much appreciation for your wisdom and work on these video essays. My thoughts and prayers with your family.

[@eddieash1669]

Just came home and my wife is watching Castaway, then I head upstairs for a bath and see what podcasts are on KZbin and this pops up! Incredible. Thanks for this upland, RIP.

[@samueleastlund6137]

I've not watched this yet but wanted to comment and say how thankful I am for Matt's life and his way of thinking. I only ever knew him through this channel but I've enjoyed everything he produced and I am sure he is greatly missed. I pray God is with you all at this time.

[@micaelpereda4547]

This channel, and Matt's gift of uncovering meaning in stories have left a lasting impression in my life. Thank you for sharing his last essay, though different, this one felt more personal and intimate...as if a friend was speaking face to face with me. "“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’" Matthew 25:23

[@pammiesingkho1786]

Oh I LAAAAAVVV that last one u sed, d passage is my favrite!!!😁❤♾❤♾❤♾

[@brettcody76]

Oh my. I am taken back so much by this. I fell in love with his videos and did not know why they ended abruptly. I am praying for your family and am so thankful for all that Matt has done to bring attention to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

[@Rjasper499]

RIP, Matt. You have been a huge inspiration to me and how I view media, particularly cinema. I've loved your channel for years, and although I never met you, I feel like I've lost a dear friend. You're in a better place now, embraced by our Savior.

[@paulcruttenden3951]

I only discovered Matts work today. It’s wonderful to see a human being combining their passion and intellect in such an enlightening way. It gives me hope. RIP Matt. My belated condolences to your family and loved ones.

[@anthonyexplains]

Matt has been an incredible teacher and guide. We have all been blessed through his content and his message. Rest in peace Matt, you will be missed.

[@Richard-qu5vi]

thank you Matt.

[@JustTard]

I’m blown away he’s gone. This was my favorite channel. I’m at work right now I had to take a seat . It’s hard to see clearly with the news of his passing.

[@jaytothejohn]

Matt your videos, particularly shaw shank redemption, had a profound effect on me. Bless your beautiful mind and soul.

[@tonyflores8048]

My condolences. These videos meant a lot. Thanks and God bless!

[@BecauseIamHere]

Thanks for doing what you've done. You've changed the way I see things and I feel like that is such a precious gift. So sorry to hear about what you are going through. Wish you and your family the best. Merry Christmas

[@garrisonbeehives5959]

Matt passed this last week and is with Jesus

[@joshuawlodarczyk]

So I stumbled across a gold mine here on accident. I've been seeing videos on Cast Away pop up on my page recently because of Owl City's new song Kelly Time, which is about the film. Once I figured that out, I had to go watch that film again. It had been something like 10 years. But now, having seen these 2 videos, I think I have to watch it again. It's become something very special to me, as Owl City has long been my favourite music artist and means so much to me. But now having a song of his dug way deeper than I ever thought, and all from what I've found to be an amazing channel that delves into films more than most, a channel that holds the heart and soul of who seemed to be a beautiful man, I feel so much more depth to everything. All these random little coincidences have led me to this weird amalgamation. Glad to have stumbled upon these videos. Thank you for putting some sense to this strange little journey of mine, Matt. Rest easy in Jesus.

[@westxlcr]

It was always a pleasure whenever the algorithm brought me to these videos. RIP Matt, and thank you.

[@markcornwell7502]

Thanks! Brilliant and insightful. The work is so much richer than it first appears. Thanks for peeling back the onion.

[@atallguynh]

I saw this posted and thought, "Wow, maybe he's OK!?" But no. I will miss his content so much. Only LSOO is in the same league. All the best to Matt's family.

[@austinrothjr]

What is LSOO? If it’s on par I must know more.

[@atallguynh]

@@austinrothjr Like Stories Of Old. It's a Dutch guy who reviews movies, games, etc... very insightful.

[@melissawaggoner7509]

Thank you for this video. Amazing from start to finish. Just what I was looking for.

[@oliviacox9052]

I’ve just found this channel today, I’m so sorry to hear about Matt. May he rest in peace

[@Tao_Peace]

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Matt. My condolences to all that grieve. Thank you for this analogy of this film and your talents. 🙏🙏✝️

[@AlchemicalForge91]

I loved his work and will always love this channel. I'm so sorry that he's gone. It's crazy.. when I was a kid and my parents split up I watched Cast Away every day in my bedroom for 2 years straight at night to sleep. Something about the silence of it and ocean wave sounds.

[@deedotyou]

RIP Matt Thank you immensely for your original insight. I'm glad we got to share our love of films not just on their face but in the depths of their meaning

[@leisurefields]

So sorry to hear about the Loss of Matt. His videos will live on, and know that he touched a lot of people in his time here.

[@Mythonaut]

What an incredible video to leave to the world. Thank God for giving us Logos made flesh.

[@jakerozier77]

Rest in peace ✊❤ Thank you for the insight and entertainment.

[@dfresh6059]

RIP MATT, Hope You Found God.

[@travisbrucelee]

RIP Matt. Thank you for your work. It will continue to spread light into the world. I'm glad & grateful that you lived. Journey well, brother🙏🏾

[@solidicone]

Wow. I guess there really is such a thing as cosmic irony. I was just scrolling through my youtube feed and saw part 1 of this, watched it and found it very insightful. I loved castaway personally but this particular take on it wasn't something I had ever really considered. Its rare to get a little surprise by that. Imagine my surprise again seeing part two and hearing about this man's struggler and ultimately lost battle with cancer. I have known of this man's existence for all of an hour but I feel it is a loss and also a great irony that the very thing he was trying to cover in these videos decided to make itself present in his life. The world is lesser for your exit friend. Thank you for the few minutes of introspection and unique thought.

[@Bushidounohana]

Brilliance. Thank you, Matt, for being a light. One of my favorite films revealed all the richer, more meaningful, and even more fortuitous for bringing to the treasure trove of work he produced through this channel. Much love to the family, thank you for sharing!

[@TheAverageCloud]

Thank you for all your brilliant insights and videos throughout the years. Rest easy. ✝️

[@unaveragecreatures8631]

Just watched the original video and was so excited to see the part 2 video... This hurts. What an incredible analytical mind and what beautiful generosity for giving his time to explain his thoughts and perspective. I wish his family the best and I know we (viewers of his videos) all will mourn and celebrate him even if we just found him.

[@Garenop]

I know I just watched it yesterday 😢

[@NotorischerFettsack]

this is so strange...just yesterday or the day before I recalled this channel, (re)watched a few videos and discovered the website. And now this.....Your videos were excellent and still are. Rest in Peace.

[@beanbag345]

Wow, what a terrific layout of key elements of this movie! Sad to hear of Matt this late, I will be watching more of his work very shortly. Thank you for this video, God bless.

[@TK63636]

Very sorry for y’all’s loss. The video Matt did about No Country was profound to me…. I happened to come across it right at a point when I was wrestling with these questions quite a bit. He was very skilled at his craft.

[@joshuaklimoski5933]

Rest in power Matt. These videos changed how I watch and think about movies, and the rigorous detail and consideration that goes into making them. When I watched Castaway as a kid, there was so much that I missed.

[@byronaulakiotis1721]

Rest in peace, bright mind.

[@ricardocardenas186]

So deeply sorry to hear about Matt's passing. I only discovered the channel a few days ago; loved how he talked about movies, the passion with which he imbued the topics he discussed. I wish his family and loved ones peace, and the quiet joy of knowing that they had him in their lives

[@ifortyfive26]

Never has a youtube video made me this joyous, nor this sad. Matt, your videos shone bright. But The God Who Isn't There, not insignificantly both your first and last (a contextual 8!), was, on a personal note for me, a pair of angel wings headed north. Shine on brother.

[@elichilton7031]

Godspeed and Rest in Peace Matt. Thank you for your gifts of film analysis. Condolences to your family and friends.

[@teeahtate]

Thanks for sharing your gift.

[@thomassotomayor4557]

So awesome. It's so great to hear that all's well. I had no clue that's why there was such a gap between videos. These are so eye opening and revelling. They may be there they may not. Just the open mindedness is shocking and awe enough to grasp our full attention. Thanks for sharing and keep pushing forward. Wish you a full and great recovery spending the rest of time with your loved ones.

[@beanbag345]

Watched this again today. I so appreciate Matt's take on this. Thank you 🙏

[@lastpme]

May You Rest In Peace 🙏🏾

[@soutparka5591]

Thank you Matt. Your videos have taught me so much not about how to interpret film, but how to understand and think about all forms of media. I hope you know how much your work has done to positively affect me and others. Thank you, may you Rest In Peace.

[@IphigeniaAtAulis]

This saddens me so much. I first discovered this channel with the Mad Max video. He had a gift from God to be able to communicate the deeper meanings of films to us.

[@casterminion5047]

Rest in peace, a truly beautiful mind. Thank you for everything

[@jamescallaghan270]

Thank you and God bless.

[@3645darren]

Hi Matt, good morning (U.K. time) Thanks for all you do, I love movies and my introduction to you was via an article you written about Christian movies and how often they are of poor quality. I instantly gravitated towards what you had to say, 5/6 years later you are contributing to my understanding of faith and the film making process, also your life speaks of the faithfulness of God in good and hard time. Thank You. Blessings to you and your family

[@Jhelm]

Glad to see this man smiling and excited to tell us his story.

[@jackhartje7075]

Love sent to his family and close friends. Truly enjoyed his content, and his style. He will be missed by a complete stranger that only knew his videos. RIP.

[@austinendicott2938]

He would have made one heck of a movie director or movie producer. He was a thematic genius. I have a feeling KZbin would have been just the beginning for him. Gone far to soon. You will be greatly missed.

[@bananaslammer1605]

Rest in peace always loved how thoughtful his channel was

[@Jordanninjadude2369]

Your skills and knowledge are very appreciated Matt. Thank you for sharing it with us. I hope you can rest peacefully now.

[@darealkinglouie7545]

Jesus Christ is King. I love you all my brothers and sisters. Asalamalakim and Shalom peace to all Gods children.

[@udthetrader3956]

So glad you are alive and well and back and I love you so much logos. I haven't watch the video yet but just had to thank God for you first, my main comment is coming later.

[@iTzKneecap]

Unfortunately, Matt has passed away. The video posted only 20 minutes before this one has his wife detailing the situation. Wishing her the best, sorry to break the news, buddy.

[@udthetrader3956]

@@iTzKneecap 😭😭😭😭

[@walvarad777]

Thank you for everything Matt, I will never stop being inspired by the thoughts and videos you shared with us, and though I'm saddened by your passing I know you are in God's embrace now. Rest in peace brother.

[@ttugreg3164]

Rest in Peace Matt. Thank you for sharing your talents with us.

[@DavZeugme]

Many thanks for that gift.

[@jaybird4915]

Rest easy, I really enjoy your breakdowns

[@tokivikerness8863]

I wish I could see movies how you saw movies. You had a gift for seeing things most didn't. Thought your content was some of the best there is and always wanted more. Excited to see a new video and sad to see it's the last.

[@CordCrenshaw]

I’m sorry for your loss. I’m sorry for our loss. Thank you for letting us know.

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

This video feels very strange, I'm still in shock.

[@bigjohnson1092]

So happy you’re back, and alive!

[@michaelmclellan9131]

Thanks for all your hard work Matt. You will be missed.

[@danielmejorado6098]

I just discovered this channel this morning. And am thoroughly enjoying this analysis driven by keen insight and reinforced with profound depth of understanding of mythos, fundamentals of storytelling, and genuine insight.

[@j.danielshaffer5857]

I have enjoyed your work. Thank you. Can't believe I just learned of your passing. Your life and mind made an impact my friend. Rest In Peace.

[@markrivasrobertson]

Thank you for your lovely work, it's meant a lot to me. Rest in peace

[@gregwilliams2928]

RIP bro I still come back to these videos and can't help but think of you and your work Thank God for you bro

[@stevetheaxe]

Oh man 😢 We would have been friends for sure. R. I. P Matt. You were one unique deep, wise and special human.

[@jh1328]

So sorry to hear of Matt’s passing. Truly a brilliant mind who touched many lives.

[@peter25681]

An amazing man. I am sorry than I could never get to speak with him and enjoy a mutual shared interest in not only discovering truth, but also plumbing the depths under that truth. To find as I call it, the truth beneath the truth, beneath that truth, etc. It is also evident from watching Matt's presentation that he suffered as a youth, so, like me the search for truth takes on an epic journey effect. Rest assured, the Lord has been and will continue to reveal the hidden truths of history to Matt, and that journey will fill his soul and be a refreshing each and every day - to be able to drink from a fire hydrant!

[@IAMYAMAMA]

Damn rip, you can tell how passionate he was about film and sharing it with all of us. Rest easy bro

[@gucajjaguc9438]

This is the second time I disco ver a worth follow youtuber that has passed away… Thank you Matt.

[@edwardhannah8507]

His videos are and always will be great. Brilliant way of seeing things differently. My condolences to his family and friends.

[@FelixWarren]

A genius who is in a better place now. Thank you so much for sharing his work.

[@MisterFudan]

wow, thanks for part 2 (given your circumstances). i enjoy your POV and genius.

[@dontaehorace2425]

I loved your videos. Seeing a new upload was always something that excited me. May you rest in peace.

[@beefandbarley]

Thanks to the YT algorithm I just watched Matt’s excellent Ex Machina . I came to his site and subscribed. I selected this video and… I’ll bet Matt was an absolutely wonderful being. To Matt’s family, friends and his friends online, I offer my deepest condolences.

[@88killerific]

Really saddened to hear about his passing. To God we all return. Found myself binging his vdeos- what a great channel. Hope others are inspired to take up the mantle. Just wanted to add to the insights for whoever might be reading. On a hunch, I decided to google the name Bettina (Chuck's 'guardian angel') convinced that it must have a significant meaning: 'God is my oath'.