THE ROYAL TENENBAUMS Is A Wonderful Collage of Vibrant Characters (Reaction)

[@liamgallagher3833]

The fact that most of the movie is so charming makes Luke Wilson’s bathroom scene much heavier

[@clavididk1236]

That part hit man.

[@PassingMaxQ]

The soundtrack abruptly switches to Elliott Smith, who died in a pretty similar way to Richie.

[@ColombianThunder]

@@PassingMaxQ two self-stabs to the chest. His death is bizarre and unique. Really sad

[@samuelmcgill]

"I've had a rough year dad" never fails to bring tears to my eyes. My second favourite Wes Anderson movie

[@thelastshogun3913]

What's your first?

[@UncleMilo]

I always cry at that line... sometimes I start crying in anticipation of that line.

[@UncleMilo]

This is still one of his best movies. My personal favorite is the Darjeeling Limited, but while that film really speaks to me for a lot of reasons, I still think overall, this film is one of his best in general.

[@isaiah5820]

@@UncleMilo same here. As one of three brothers myself something about it Darjeeling hits pretty hard

[@samuelmcgill]

@@thelastshogun3913 Fantastic Mr Fox

[@ReneReacts]

The tombstone with the "Died tragically rescuing his family from the wreckage of a destroyed sinking battleship" made me laugh so hard

[@bertos456]

This is probably his most underrated movie imo, it's so good and doesn't get nearly enough reactions

[@caleidoo]

This one comes after The Life Aquatic for me.

[@Skrubb_Lord]

This was my first Wes Anderson movie before I knew who he was and It's still my favorite followed by Isle of Dogs.

[@Awhmanitsdanttv]

I feel Darjeeling Limited is probably his most underrated next to Rushmore

[@taddy_mason4197]

@@Awhmanitsdanttv definitely Darjeeling Limited is his most underrated. The Royal Tenenbaums is probably Wes's best and definitely gets the praise it deserves. But Darjeeling Limited is a fantastic movie that rarely gets any props.

[@burnchod111]

@Randy White No that would probably be The Grand Budapest Hotel

[@ThePyroSquirrel1]

This is hands down my favorite Wes Anderson film, something about it hits me so deeply I can’t describe it. I feel so much happiness and sadness by the end of the movie. It’s almost like a window into a life I’ll never live but one I always wanted to have. Gene Hackman is also so good at playing a jerk you just can’t help but like his character, almost like Chuck from BCS but with more chicanery.

[@DaddyTwoFoot]

Still my favorite of his. His style is there but there's a sense of melancholy to this one that I just love. Plus it's a little more grounded than a lot of his other material.

[@tornoutlaw]

Same here. His last few films got a little bit too style over substance for me.

[@oneopinion6806]

@@tornoutlaw Agreed this one hits a sweet spot. I put it tops for me with Moonrise Kingdom right behind, though that one leans more heavily on the whimsy.

[@erinh8159]

"God Damn! That’s the last time you put a knife in me, you hear me?" That’s been my favorite quote for such a long time.

[@applejayz1987]

Love the touch of the movie opening with Hey Jude: the song Paul famously wrote after Johns son, Julian, during his own family trauma as John left for Yoko

[@bigjsmashman4958]

LMAO . He never realizes the Doctor is really the elevator operator. "Minor corneal damage. Call me know if it spreads to the other eye" LOL

[@artygunnar]

DUDE, this cast is so stacked! Bill Murray, Danny Glover, Owen Wilson, wow!

[@bwoahviously]

Fantastic Mr fox will always be my favourite Wes Anderson film, but I think the Royal Tenenbaums could be his best. It's the perfect example of who he is as an artist, emotionally and thematically and aesthetically. The cast is so vast and yet it feels so intimate, every character is balanced well into overarching narrative and they're all really well defined and developed individually. This one, along with Darjeeling limited perhaps, is definitely Wes' most emotional film too. I wish his more recent films could feel this heavy and vulnerable - Richie's suicide attempt is haunting.

[@cherrypi_b]

Darjeeling Limited is so underrated, I love this film very much. Although Royal Tenenbaums is his best.

[@mikepeters807]

I remember seeing this in theaters ... I also remember occasionally laughing out loud when no one else in theater was ...

[@gishgali8354]

You should watch his first film next, BOTTLEROCKETS. You will be amazed at how fully formed Anderson was as a filmmaker right out of the gate.

[@jacobyoung729]

Absolutely, just watched it for the first time recently and it's insanely charming. All his films are, really, but there's something even more endearing about his lower budget, simpler early work. Funny as hell too.

[@Matthew-bx5yf]

Anderson is an absolute master of his craft.

[@007wars6]

This is my second fav Wes Anderson (with Fantastic Mr. Fox as number one)! It has so much heart, the direction is brilliant, the cast portrays their characters perfectly (and those characters are incredibly well written), and it is genuinely so funny! So excited to see you react to this one!

[@MrDuneedon]

It's up there for me, but Rushmore (has this channel done that one yet?) is still my number one WA film. Probably always will be!

[@mjjohansson1702]

This was the first Wes Anderson film I watched. Fell in love with the style and storytelling. Life Aquatic is still my favorite.

[@Ross__A]

Super pumped to see you go back to Wes Anderson. Royal Tenenbaums is on my top 5 list for sure. Its a depressingly fun story with unique camera work and an absolute incredible soundtrack. Commending before you finish it, but I hope you enjoy it Brandon. Thanks for sharing your reaction!

[@ellesinky8667]

Now on to "The Darjeeling Limited" for you!

[@Official-V-V]

This is and will always be my favorite movie ever, thank you for reacting to it!!

[@powtoast]

"Your reviews aren't that good." God, I love that line. It's a throwaway line, but is so perfect. Easily my favorite Wes Anderson film. No idea how many times I've seen it. Not enough.

[@doctor_del]

One of my favorite movies ever, it's my overall Wes Anderson favorite. Wes had a huge rift with Gene Hackman during filming and Bill Murray(!) famously was the mediator.

[@mgeek1]

The younger actors, Gwyneth, Owen, Ben and Luke were so intimated by Hackman that Angelica Huston had to intervene with him and ask him to take it easy on the "kids."

[@katielong8495]

Don’t forget moonrise kingdom, another Wes Anderson classic 😊

[@Psilocybin77]

Absolutely, hands down my favourite film by Wes Anderson. I wish there was a word to describe how art can make you feel something deeply for another time and place. That's what "The Royal Tenenbaums" does for me. Thanks for reacting to this one.

[@PassingMaxQ]

Im so glad you did this one. This was my first introduction to Wes Anderson, and it remains my favorite.

[@TTM9691]

Thanks, Brandon!!! What a surprise! LOVE this movie, there really needs to be so many more reactions to this one!!!! Checking it out now! Had to thank you in advance!

[@dontbstingy3587]

This is by far my favorite Wes Anderson film. It hits such a unique nerve with me and is hauntingly beautiful and funny.

[@michaelcastillo3231]

By far my favorite by Wes. The film is an impeccable classic and the soundtrack is awesome as well. Glad u finally watched it.

[@josefgordon7712]

This was the first Wes Anderson film I ever saw and is still one of my favorites.

[@dovegrey1]

Love this one, so creative and funny, in a low-key way. I also like the font used....it's been seen in a few of his others, it reminds me of the type of lettering I used to see in grade school, usually in third grade and under. Rushmore is the first movie by Wes Anderson I ever watched and recommend it highly. Island of Dogs is another one to see. Just amazing work.

[@brandoncaridi5229]

“That’s a classic Frank Reynolds move!” Love it, dude! Great reaction!

[@mikeminer1947]

Dude... did you really just make the genius move of comparing Frank Reynolds to Royal Tenenbaum? I am dying laughing and also subscribing. :)

[@zmarko]

This is my favorite Wes Anderson film. It's SO well written and directed. And the performances are amazing.

[@OmegaSoypreme]

Oh awesome, I love this film! Haven't seen it in such a long time!

[@kellie8468]

Love this movie and Moonrise Kingdom! You can never describe a Wes Anderson movie properly because the tone is everything.

[@kevinhaynes9091]

One of my favourite films. Sublime cinematography. Fantastic ensemble cast. Wonderful story. Great humour. Really enjoyed your reaction...

[@magicbrownie1357]

One of my favorite films. Wes Anderson is genius.

[@kappelen8260]

Such a joy seeing you experience Wes Anderson's incredible work. So far you've reacted to my top 3. Looking forward to your take on the rest of his epic filmography. These are truly my favorite kind of reactions.

[@katec8796]

Adore his films :) Moonrise Kingdom, The Darjeeling Limited and Rushmore are all amazing ones to react to as well if you haven't already seen them.

[@TTM9691]

Hey Kate, just to let you know, ReactWithMike just did a great reaction for "Rushmore" (all his reactions are great, I must say) (and if you like the new show "Severance", he's doing that also, one of the only reactors to do it so far) ;) Anyways, here's Rushmore, if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ_NnalrqMygsJo

[@katec8796]

@@TTM9691 Thanks for heads-up ;)

[@ErinRaeASMR]

yes!! this is one of my favorite movies of all time! everything about it feels lovely and comforting to me, despite some of the darker themes 💕

[@psterud]

His earlier ones, Bottle Rocket (also co-written with Owen Wilson, IIRC) and Rushmore, are also great.

[@DaddyDoom]

This waz the first WA ive seen and I was both baffled at the directing and fast paced narrative and at awe with the visual style. Been a fan ever since.

[@CrusixOfficial]

my favourite film, luke wilson actually hurt his hand punching the glass in the scene, also Rushmore or Fantastic Mr. Fox next please

[@supersapphire]

one of my all time favorite flims, glad you did a reaction to it, cheers!

[@deadsetondreams1988]

Moonrise Kingdom is my all-time favorite and I thoroughly cannot wait to see you react to it if you have not already. When I was younger I tried to watch the Royal Tenenbaums and got it out from the library but my parents watched it first to approve it and they wouldn't let me watch it (Which is ironic because they used to let me watch The Brady Bunch which is similar if you get what I mean). But so many years went by and I saw a trailer for Moonrise Kingdom and I instantly wanted to watch it not realizing it was made by the same director. Even more, years went by and I was too busy among other reasons until someone came into my life that meant a lot to me. He was the first person who I connected with especially on a film level who essentially introduced me to the world of Wes Anderson "again." He mentioned Moonrise Kingdom and I said I had been wanting to watch it forever but couldn't afford to get it originally, then I had forgotten the title of it at that point since it had been so long. And we watched it together and I fell in absolute love with the movie, it became "our movie" and I was able to watch all of Wes Anderson's other movies including this one that I couldn't watch when I was younger. Moonrise Kingdom ended up being my first Wes Anderson film and it will always have such a near and dear place in my heart because of who introduced it to me. We also saw Isle of Dogs in theaters which was my 1st time watching his work on the big scene and we loved it as well

[@zacharysutton8263]

Moonrise Kingdom is in my top 10 it's so good

[@BrandonLikesMovies]

Love to hear stories like this! Thanks for sharing 😁

[@deadsetondreams1988]

@@BrandonLikesMovies you're welcome 🤗😁 Cookies to anyone who does read it because I just looked back at the length of it 🤣

[@maxhess3151]

Just realized there's an actual marked box of TicTacs among the pill bottles. LOL

[@irakopilow9223]

I am such a big fan of Wes Anderson's work. The way he dresses a set, to the way the scene to scene movement shows the walls like a cross section, to the way he lays down the soundtrack. I am not a film or acting student, but Anderson has a unique style that gives it away early in the movie. I just saw The French Dispatch (2021) for the first time a couple days ago, and I knew literally within the first 3 minutes that this was an Anderson picture. Rushmore, Grand Budapest and Moonrise Kingdom are fantastic. The only bummer is that he doesn't crank these masterpieces out on a monthly basis.

[@TTM9691]

The last great performance from Gene Hackman, and one Angelica Huston's best as well. Man oh man, what an actor Hackman was. Still alive. I had always wished him and Jack Nicholson had made a movie together (where they appear in the same scenes together - so "Reds" doesn't count!) Could still happen! lol. Man oh man, "The Conversation" with Gene Hackman (directed by Coppolla) is AMAZING. I also love him in his debut: "Bonnie And Clyde", another fantastic (and groundbreaking) movie - I put that movie (and "The Graduate", which came out a few months later) as the dividing line between the old and newer, more realistic, modern style (although it wasn't that cut-and-dry!) Great reaction, great movie! My fave Wes Anderson movie, definitely.

[@krautgazer]

This is absolutely his best film, only rivaled by The Grand Budapest Hotel but I still prefer the emotional simplicity of this one.

[@cherrypi_b]

One of my favourites. So tender, so bittersweet. A heartwarming glimpse into a family of self-chosen misfits. Anderson's best in my opinion! And the scene when Margot steps off the bus is something I can watch over and over again.

[@hannabis80]

I tried to watch this several times and just couldn't get into it even though it's full of my favourite actors. Everyone saying it's their favourite is making me want to give it another try. I'll have to watch it this weekend and watch your review afterwards. Thanks everyone see you next week!

[@oneopinion6806]

I saw this in an early theatrical release in late 2001 at the Uptown Theatre in MN (since closed). It was an old style single theatre with creaky chairs and wild ornate walls. It was perfect for this film. I was in college and the movie floored me. I feel like later Wes films leaned far too much into the artifice for my tastes, but Royal Tenenbaums followed closely for me by Moonrise Kingdom hit the balance perfectly.

[@ShoNuff3K]

Every shot in this film would be an interesting painting.

[@WARdROBEPlaysWWII]

My favorite line is from Ben stiller to his dad, “I’ve had a rough year.” “I know.” I cry every time . Well the other line it like is, “Did you say mescaline?”

[@theoneandonlyoni]

I’m so happy you watched this budd! This is my absolute favorite Wes Anderson. Second is the Life Aquatic. The tragic comedy of this movie parallels my own life to an uncanny degree. Mostly the dry , underhanded insults, by my parents and family members. This is how people in my family talked to eachother, often worse, much worse... but uhhh, good stuff too, I suppose...

[@OneArmedRetroGamer]

My fav Wes Anderson flick and a top 5 of all time. Great choice

[@MontgomeryWenis]

Just so you know, all three Wilson brothers appear in Anderson's first film, _Bottle Rocket._

[@fawnebrown4619]

Owen Wilson also co-wrote Bottle Rocket and Rushmore with Wes Anderson. They were nominated for an Academy Award for The Royal Tenenbaums (Best Original Screenplay).

[@colinbell2983]

I love Wes Anderson and this is by far my favourite film of his. Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou is also so incredible

[@jshell]

I think I watched this 16 times in the theater. There were times I would leave a screening and immediately buy a ticket to the next showing.

[@mgeek1]

Great reaction and review, as usual.. The Royal Tannenbaums is a great film, but I'm a bit surprised that Rushmore didn't win the poll. It's brilliant and it's the movie that put Wes Anderson on the map. It's my favorite of all his films. I hope you get to that one soon.

[@rosenfield10]

All Anderson's films are brilliant. My faves along w/ "The Grand Budapest Hotel" are "Isle of Dogs", "The Life Aquatic", and "The Darjeeling Limited", but my most favorite is without a doubt "Rushmore", which features Bill Murray in a major role.

[@TTM9691]

Hey Rosenfield, "Rushmore" was just done by ReactWithMike. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ_NnalrqMygsJo He's a great reactor, definitely could use the views and the subscribers...and I definitely want to get the "Rushmore" views up to encourage other reactors!

[@theflickchick9850]

I only saw this movie very recently and I cried multiple times for many reasons. It was the last Anderson film to see before to see all of his films. And I adored it (though I did skip a bit of it for my health). It's so unapologetically about mental illness and manages to make it a story about a cast of what I think are all mentally ill characters heavy, funny, and charming. In stories about mental illness, you don't get that variety often. And fun fact! One of Chaz's kids is played by the same actor who played young Monk in the show "Monk", which is kinda also like this film in terms of its handling of anxiety and trauma. Funny but melancholy.

[@BassLineProductionsI]

This is one of my all time favs

[@kevinmatthew1050]

One of my all time favorite movies. Love everything Wes Aderson. Have you seen Rushmore before?

[@atomicwest995]

This is classic Anderson. Something changed around the Moonrise Kingdom and on. Can’t put my finger on it. But his earlier films are definitely my favorites.

[@samihaddadin42]

one of my all-time favorites, my second fave Wes behind Mr. Fox so of course I'd love to see a reaction to that one too

[@crazyjoedavola5430]

"Don't give me that guff" Gene Hackman is so underrated and hilarious in this movie....

[@morganespud7432]

The Tenenbaums is the first Wes Anderson movie I've ever watched so it's got a big place in my heart but honestly Rushmore would be on the same level for me, I'm so in love with this fucking movie that it makes me pretty sad so few people mention it in the comments, Bill Murray and Schwartzman are amazing, the soundtrack, the aesthetic, ugh, it's all so well done, I really think you'd love it !

[@PerfectHandProductions]

My second favorite Wes Anderson film after GBH. There are some really powerful moments in this one.

[@tylerhackner9731]

Absolutely amazing

[@Hide_Me]

This one is the most medium Was Anderson films for me. Also I counted TWO handheld camera shots when I first watched it. TWO. HANDHELD. IN A WES ANDERSON FILM.

[@surlycanadian]

Rewatch the beginning of grand Budapest. When Jude law is describing the present hotel guests, one smoking on a balcony looks suspiciously like what Royal would have looked like in the 60s.

[@kreehomel]

"Definitely not going to wait a year before I watch the next one." Coming up a year now! I know you haven't been doing movies or TV lately, but I'd still love to see you react to another Wes Anderson movie, particularly since his new one is coming out this month.

[@BrandonLikesMovies]

Full length reactions to all his films are currently up on Patreon 😁

[@DesolateSumo3]

Yesss love this movie, the bathroom scene is actually crazy

[@notnickcage]

If you've not yet seen it, SNL had a wonderful parody of Wes Anderson called "The Midnight Coterie of Sinister Intruders." They completely nailed the style and tone. Certainly worth a few minutes of your time.

[@margaritakmp]

yes! i've watched it so many times and it still gets me every time

[@tenenbaummark]

Fun fact, my last name is Tenenbaum lol

[@BrandonLikesMovies]

How often does Wes Anderson follow you around with a camera?

[@tenenbaummark]

@@BrandonLikesMovies Not as often as I would like lol

[@guitarvorous]

Just saw it for the I dont know how many times. It is the best Wes movie. It takes me to a different place. Great escape for me.

[@GeorgeEugeneBarrett]

I want that painting in Eli’s house.

[@SkeeterMoose]

Thanks for watching this is my favorite movie

[@jkorr]

You seem to honestly enjoy Wes A's style and unique form of visual storytelling.... You really should check out the French director, Jean Pierre Jeunet. Similar amazing attention to every visual detail - yet a wholly unique style all his own. Amelie or The City of Lost Children would be a great place to start. Cheers!

[@tylerdell1878]

The Darjeeling Limited is an underrated film and my favorite film by Wes Anderson

[@andrewdeen1]

this one and Rushmore.. and grand budapest are my favs

[@gogames31]

I hope you watch Moonrise Kingdom,that is one of my fav. Wes Anderson films. Also Royal Tennenbaums is so great,and I loved it even more because Gene Hackman(one of my fav. actors) is in it. Great to see him in such a different role from his other work.

[@elicash883]

This is one of my favorite movies. A memorable experience for me and my friends that we'll share for life. I'm interested to know what you think of Rushmore. It has a lot of Bill Murray in it.

[@zacharysutton8263]

I don't know if you've seen Moonrise Kingdom but it's one of my favorite movies

[@lonewolfe8625]

Great reaction. I recommend Fantastic Mr Fox and Moonrise Kingdom (this was the first wes Anderson movie I ever saw. So it's my favourite)

[@scottbennici4689]

Best Wes Anderson. His deepest and saddest movie. And that’s Gene Hackman by the way

[@jesgear]

Great reaction! Can't go wrong with a Wes Anderson movie, in my opinion. The Royal Tenenbaums was my introduction to his work. I dig all of his films (well, I can pass on Fantastic Mr. Fox). My personal favorite is The Darjeeling Limited, mostly because the relationship between the brothers reminds me of my relationship with my brothers; Tenenbaums is a close second. Looking forward to your next Wes Anderson reaction, Brandon 👍

[@DirtCheapFU]

Royal O'Reilly Tenenbaum. Died tragically rescuing his family from the wreckage of a destroyed sinking battleship.

[@travisgray8376]

This is my favourite Wes Anderson film

[@MartyFakeNewsmann]

this is almost my favorite by Wes. Isle of Dogs is still #1, this probably lands #3

[@jscuddz89]

The haircut scene hits home on too many levels

[@vincentvancraig]

Owen & wes wrote bottle rocket, rushmore & tenenbaums together, & none since, unfortunately...yeah, man, owen is a friggin genius too...luke, owen & wes all grew up in texas together, and the third wilson brother andrew who was the farmer in this film who cut off Margot’s finger...he was the coach in Rushmore & i forget what he was in bottle rocket

[@maxmartz750]

Can't wait for Rushmore!

[@holypaper]

His first two are his best imo

[@TheMajestyD]

great movie, Watch "The Darjeeling Limited" wes anderson film as well!

[@joshuamcmillin7631]

My favorite Wes Anderson film

[@weirdguy1495]

I'm not usually a fan of Wes Anderson's movies but this is different. I think it's the somber tone throughout.

[@biguy617]

I love Wes Anderson. He is a great director.

[@talifishman618]

Love your videos! you have to watch The Darjeeling Limited, it's one of his absolute best movies :)