TJLC Explained: [Episode 11] The Elephant in the Room

It's time to address something very important. I discuss elephant imagery in Sherlock, how it contributes to TJLC, and how the use of the elephant in the promotion of the show means something big is coming very soon. I hope you all enjoy this video!
TJLC stands for The Johnlock Conspiracy or the belief that the writers of BBC Sherlock have intended for John and Sherlock to end up in a romantic relationship with each other since the start.
Thank you to my script editor Stacey! You can find her at / martinfreemen
REFERENCES:
Source 1: The Elephant in The Room in TSOT
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Source 2: John's Writeup of "Happily Ever After:
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Source 3: Elephants in earlier episodes
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Source 4: Arwel Jones Tweet
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Source 5: BBCThree tumblr post
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You can find me on tumblr at johlockpining.c...
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[@rachsprat221]

I’m so sad that the elephant is still there even after season 4

[@butterflymilk6240]

i really hope that it will be gone some time in the future ♡

[@Blondiethegood]

We can only hope.

[@nadeli8432]

i can't believe you made me watch the best man's speech again

[@addangel]

No matter how many times I hear Sherlock's speech, I tear up every time 😥

[@seriousm.73]

Same.

[@addangel]

wow.. can't believe it's been YEARS since I watched this 😢

[@dodgethedoggo6664]

@@addangel been a few more now

[@daniellacaplan2807]

please do "signs that Mary and John have a bad relationship"

[@xylaardhiafiorina6844]

Daniella Caplan yesyesYESYES!

[@lyricbot8513]

Daniella Caplan The fact she's dead?! :0

[@artie4529]

idk if you'll read this but I feel like saying it, your videos not only are well put, but it's fun to watch your them, because you create a happy atmosphere. I can never watch 1 hour long videos unless they're yours. I can't explain it very well, but I hope you can understand what I'm trying to say. You're really good at making interesting videos.

[@imnotpaulavery7608]

You explained it perfectly thank you!

[@thomascampbell350]

IKR like I enjoy them so much that I don't even realize that I've watched an hour long video!

[@user-eo1im2mv2z]

Yes she is

[@miracle_prelude4392]

This is way too sad. I think we all deserved at least one on-screen kiss :(

[@cpulguz]

11:20 , it's 2020 and there is no revelation yet :'v. But there's still hope ❤

[@rachstone9491]

sherlocks speech honestly makes me cry everytime

[@sweaterpawsandeyesmiles4718]

*This thought dump is a bit long- apologies haha* The framing of the wedding scene at 5:10 had to be intentional- Sherlock’s like “on second thoughts, I probably should have told you about the elephant in the room” and everyone else but John and Sherlock get blocked out of the view. They’ve don’t it multiple times as well- When Janine says to Sherlock “I wish you weren’t...whatever it is you are” and John appears in the doorway, looking for him. (Then proceeds to come up and clap him on the back like ‘Janine this man is mine’😂) And also in The Final Problem- Mycroft says the coffin is for “someone who loves Sherlock” and the camera cuts him out to focus on John. And then again when the coffin lid with ‘I love you’ is in the bg behind John 👀👀

[@gabyward5855]

oh no honey this hurts

[@jomoody798]

ahahaha an elephant on the shelf

[@yamiatemyugi]

glad to know that I wasn't the only one who noticed it

[@rockerchick253]

AND JOHN AND SHERLOCK ARE LOOKING AT IT AHAHAH

[@sdfksdjbfuvygvyisdvcgvucgyvgy]

And on her shirt

[@jomoody798]

Clotpoles omg, there is. Funny how you don't notice the elephant right away, or I didn't. It's like a metaphor of how there might be an elephant and yet there are people who don't notice... because of heteronormativity XDDD

[@katara9]

I love that in the Moriarty and Sherlock scene, we hear teacups rattling. I love that you were right about the elephant being addressed in the fourth series-- it's still not explicitly stated, but the train's started, in whichever odd form series four might be in.

[@Yoyomeyo]

oh my god a video on elephant mating is a related video

[@yamiatemyugi]

oh my god -starts laughing- that is just too perfect. WAY to perfect. Even KZbin thinks that Johnlock should be a thing :D

[@lyricbot8513]

Harreh Pottah I'm crying XDD

[@lyricbot8513]

Harreh Pottah are you a drarry shipper, going from your profile pic? :)

[@TheLuluTrue]

I really enjoyed this shorter episode! it can be difficult to stay focused on youtube, so I am totally happy if you want to split bigger topics into multiple videos, don't worry about that! 🐘

[@Trysmiling]

I like the shorter ones too. I rarely have an hour to watch a video, but I can always find 20 mins or so.

[@daniellewiseley1154]

"kind of like people trying to ignore the love between john and sherlock" savage.

[@faheyyou]

I am screaming and crying by the end of this WHY

[@SaphiraBjartskular99]

+Naomi G. Same tbh

[@georgerogers6348]

PROTIP

[@Book7BrokeMyBrain]

I love your videos! I already believed in TJLC, and can't wait for it to come to fruition, but your vids make me very happy. All the symbolism and clues condensed into one place is a huge dose of what I needed. Also, you are as cute as a button, so *happy* about the subject, that your enthusiasm is infectious. You are eminently watchable. Great job with the script and editing, too. Wonderful. Thank you. I will now proceed to binge on your playlist.

[@e.k.o5412]

can we address the elephant the room.. literally on your shelf. you are pure gold.

[@TheEndlessHuntress]

I'm so happy the elephant video was finally addressed!

[@peggypersonal2851]

It's so adorable how excited she gets!

[@thomascampbell350]

I love that you have an elephant on your bookshelf

[@fsn9246]

You can also see Sherlock and John staring at it, so its basically a recreation of the flashback we're shown from the wedding. :)

[@thomascampbell350]

+Fluffy Squirrel ikr

[@dragonsta7062]

I love Sherlock and John staring at the elephant in the background!

[@lillyandrews8879]

This was great, and yes, I would probably watch a two hour episode of TJLC Explained.

[@georgerogers6348]

all the cute fairylights and drawings in the bg ^^

[@al284]

ughh she's so cute and smart i'm deceased

[@Anonymous-ye4bg]

The gay is on

[@leahbeexx]

I knew about all of the elephants but just seeing it all put together is just, wow. Happy cried a little, thanks for the great video!

[@kickingroses8925]

I'm so addicted to your episodes! I have to ask...will see a video addressing Mary's place and purpose in TJLC?

[@johncosta3786]

Aw, Sherlock and John facing the elephant on your shelf! :)

[@cranma0125]

okay, if you haven't watched Merlin before then watch it. I swear Merlin and Arthur are more canon than the word canon. Merthur. I'm being serious here (lol). Actually, I'd like yo hear your opinion on Merlin, Merthur. Would be interesting. But, there's like 62 episodes so.. Haahaa this is getting awkward bye.

[@chinita2463]

Oh my God I would love that too

[@georgerogers6348]

BEEN WAITING FOR THISSSSS

[@artaction3578]

I love the way you positioned your Pop Figures in this one. ^-^

[@TinyPierogi]

Hearing you say what probably might happen at the end of season 4 just made me so happy! Sometimes I'm in doubt that *it* will happen but hearing from another person that there are good reasons *that* it *will* happen, makes my day!

[@sudharshanaganeshkumar5232]

I appreciate the Ganesha T-shirt! ;)

[@lunasesa6200]

11:21 i started crying bc the fourth series was out 3 years ago and i already know there’s no revelation i’m gonna kill miself bye

[@evar1104]

Wonderful video but, just so you know, I LOVE your longer videos as well! It's always a huge pleasure to take an hour off to watch them, so don't worry about that. Thanks for your hard work, you're such a beautiful person inside and out!

[@GLAASJEMELC]

Dear Rebekah and TJLCers, I want to thank you all for introducing me to the beautiful love story that is BBC Sherlock. I won't be addressing the fourth season, because this should be a place for kindness. But you have tought me so much about good writing and the importance of LGBT representation, through your passion and caring for the show and its characters. I will never stop believing and am very grateful for being part of the TJLC community, even if it was only for the past two months.

[@mrlnxf8455]

I want to know how all this adds up if Johnlock isn't canon. Are thess just coincidences???

[@lotus4972]

OKAY BUT ALSO - ARWEL JONES TWEETED A PIC OF HIM DRAWING A CONNECT-THE-DOTS ELEPHANT

[@flowerbreanna]

whilst this is sooo interesting and actually seems legit, after watching the second episode of season 4... maybe the whole elephant in the room thing is the fact that nobody had ever mentioned the fact sherlock and mycroft had never talked about other siblings and now there's a sister.. perhaps that was what they have been trying to hint at us the whole time as she has been a "background" character like when john texted her and when she was pretending to be the daughter of the serial killer... idk

[@KajsaBernhardina]

True, the elephant in the room opens up interpretations! It might not be about John and Sherlocks relationship at all, but it is portrayed as something Sherlock and John both are 'in on' just not speaking about. So it can't be about Euros because John would have to know about her and he didn't until TLD.

[@hannahbobanabanana]

Loving this series, and so happy you're doing it! ^_^ There's just so much meta and writing out there on the blogs that having a bunch of TJLC explanations in one place is so helpful (not to mention hilarious and entertaining!) Also, I have an elephant wallet and shoulderbag and when all this 'elephant in the room' stuff blew up I couldn't stop smiling. There's so many little Sherlocky things that are pretty obscure and specific but put such a huge smile on my face. Thanks for a fab run of episodes so far!

[@izzie2194]

I completely agree with and love the idea that "out of his time" meant something about their relationship, but the first time I saw it, it just seemed like he wanted the world to be more advanced, technologically speaking. Maybe socially too, but I figured at first it had to do with his intellect more than his sexuality.

[@Polisciandfries]

I definitely don't think this conspiracy had truth to it, but the depths of analysis that the johnlockers went into is so impressive

[@veralidaine97]

"Elephants! Elephant socks!" I wish I were half as adorable as you omg!!!

[@evatrost1750]

TAB last scene: Sherlock says he has always known he is a man out of his time, puts the pipe in his mouth and the camera moves away ... the window hector S looking through looks for a second like he is in jail ... like he probably would be if he would be openly gay in his own victorian time.

[@rozensabaku]

Not awkward at all I swear and I have to say I crazy about the long videos XD I watched like two o three times because all the videos are incredibly good and informative... Well also because I like your voice and the happiness you put in the videos... ^^

[@iRun32]

I think it was good that this video was short but I also really love that your episode videos are much longer! It just makes sense to me for those to be longer and I definitely don't think they're boring.

[@AndreaCirilo18]

What a nice touch the ending, looking forward to the videos as usual c:

[@ohreyoh1193]

There's always an elephant in your room. I notice your Funko Pop! John and Sherlock facing it

[@carpefuego]

Using your videos to teach my daughter about symbolism, story devices and structure ❤ rewatching them is such a treat

[@caitie8921]

Okay, but I really enjoyed your post credit chat. That was great. :D

[@frofrofrofro900]

Amazing done!

[@lapillity]

A live stream sounds fun! I'm looking forward to it! ^u^ Great video as always, you're awesome!

[@shamelessmash156]

I officially squeeeeeeel when I see a new episode. You're awesome, thank you HUG

[@melpurificacion5099]

My heart. IT HURTS!! 😭❤️

[@emilybond2603]

another amazing episode :) i seriously am addicted to your johnlock vids and seeing all of these theories being brought to life is amazing and great :) love your vids :) keep it up :D

[@bvvc6341]

tbh I would watch a 12 hour video of yours I adore them

[@evalina777]

AHHHHHHHH I JUST GOT THE NOTIFICATION. I get way too excited for these. I LOVED THIS SO MUCH, AND I'M SO READ FOR ASiB!!!!! The post-credits are amazing and I'm so ready for the live stream.

[@SionEoinPaytonJesse]

omg! You filled me up with hope as always :) Also, I've been reading M Theory because you said to so many times in your videos and woo, boy. I am in awe of Moriarty much more than I already was. Can't believe the planning they put into this show. I should have but wow. Very impressed.

[@eweisblat]

great video! you concisely and precisely addressed the elephant in the room!

[@theinternetdweller]

I found this series last night and didn't end up going to bed until 3am! I may be sleep deprived but at least I'm happy :) Amazing job with these videos and can't wait for more johnlock hahaha

[@maddiemendoza2740]

i like how theres an elephant right next to your john and sherlock pop vinyls

[@peweebaggins8470]

LOVE IT! looking forward to a possible livestream(and now even more avidly than before season 4.....that rhymes..ha) so i will keep an eye out on tumblr for that also i'm interested in the hat meta!!

[@ChristyRodriguez]

I'm glad I stuck around for the post-credits! Hahaha

[@dinosonzii]

This has excited me soo much Im so pumped for s4 now omg. And you're so adorable ahhhh

[@kimh623]

Wonderful as always

[@mamigordita]

~yearofjohnlock here : yo u prolly already recognized this but in ASIB, Irene says, "he says you do that" about Sherlock still talking while John is out of house, which means AFTER Irene called John out on being in love with Sherlock, they sat and TALKED about Sherlock together like at a sleepover

[@habibaa]

I love watching your videos all the way to the end (plus they give me big hope for Johnlock). l loved you trying to show your socks and falling! You are my new favourite person :)

[@RandomNexus]

So interesting and entertaining, as seems to be usual with these vids, and thanks again for making them.

[@elio1960]

Thank you so much for having your videos with subtitles. The truth is that without them I couldn't understand what are you saying so thank youu very much!!!!!!!

[@aliplay5]

this is so beautiful i am crying you are amazing aaaaah i love this so much

[@lizinseattle]

Yay thank you!! Now I want an elephant t-shirt - with a union jack on it - and a deerstalker hat...

[@leslieshE]

your videos really make the hiatus more bearable.

[@amygillam7009]

This video was awesome I loved your elephant shirt.

[@ILoveJCameronsAVATAR]

9:08-9:50 has made me cry

[@edwardnashton9277]

He said the most touching thing in the world and hes like... "W What happened? Why is everyone so touched"?

[@Mari-zg1ng]

Thank you for your videos, you are amazing! :) I hope I will be able to see the livestream, it seems fun :D

[@purpleheart3000]

Under 300 views club! Also, great episode!! I've been waiting for this episode for a while :D lol, I love your elephant socks!

[@gamzettemakara6670]

I remember in one of your videos you mentioned a book for literary analysis though, I've tried looking for it and have failed to find it. I'm trying to do an analysis of The Hounds of the Baskervilles and would really appreciate if you could tell me the name of that book or suggest any others?

[@gamzettemakara6670]

Rebekah TJLC Explained Thank you very much!

[@natalieleon6057]

I see that elephant in the background :)

[@morganadelacour]

You are so cute ^^ I like when you talk a little bit longer, it is always so funny and amusing. I love your videos not just for the good content but also for your bubbly and lovely personality that shines through. You always make me laugh :) P.S.: Are you French or do you have French relatives? I don't know, but something about you seems French to me ;)

[@myannahansen8667]

I feel like I understand the final scene of TAB so much more now, so thanks for that :) Also, Hat meta??? I'm relatively new to the fandom, and haven't encountered that yet. I would love to hear about it if you do in fact end up making a hat meta episode. Anyways, that was really good :)

[@myannahansen8667]

+Rebekah TJLC Explained Thank-you!

[@moospudding4543]

This was an awesome video! As a non English speaker, I never quite understood the whole elephant thing (I don't think we have a similar saying in my language), but now I do! Thank you :)

[@joyzzo]

You're such a sweetheart!

[@milleliza1490]

I love your Jacket! it is so cute!

[@sweetsirenaine]

;-; I'm just so ready for S4 and JohnLock to happen I wish I could just like, fast forward time

[@violettaschmieder2096]

Anya Simmons 2 days and the suffering is hopefully over

[@lyricbot8513]

Violetta Schmieder so guys, shall we storm the BBC together in anger?

[@violettaschmieder2096]

I volunteer

[@violettaschmieder2096]

Lets free the elephants from the zoo first. Maybe bring them with us

[@lyricbot8513]

Violetta Schmieder "now there's an elephant in the writer's room, bitch"

[@AlicexChess]

Okay so I'm going to look to every for elefant in season 4... :)

[@faerie6028]

In the series 4 teaser there is a line about demons coming back to haunt us. What if the demon is Sherlock's sexuality???

[@user-zy8nw2lc9r]

Omg I just noticed the white elephant and funko pops of Sherlock and John. How long it have been there? Did...did you do this in other episodes as well??? That's smart. 💚 Damn, now I have to watch it all over again and look for other details that I might have missed. 😅

[@heap_o_sheep]

Livestream please!

[@georgerogers6348]

+Rebekah TJLC Explained OHMYGODDD

[@heap_o_sheep]

Wunderbar!

[@cantbetamed2210]

First time here and I love it already!

[@xXBrendaLkrXx]

I just LOVE how everyone is tearing up while Sherlock is giving his speech but NOT Lestrade, he is just concentrated on what Sherlock is saying as if he knew that Sherlock is in love with John, but he cant do anything now. I MEAN look how Lestrade is looking at Sherlock, he looks kind of sorry for him.

[@robins5828]

I was noticing that too, he looks almost sick. I think he definitely has a soft spot for Sherlock, and if you knew he was actually in love with John that speech would be painful to watch. Probably why Mycroft bowed out of the wedding as well.

[@xzaelin8976]

my girlfriend introduced me to your channel and we both love your videos 💞💞 if you read this, can you start off your next video by saying "howdy"? it s an inside joke i have with her heh

[@georgerogers6348]

+Rebekah TJLC Explained PROTIP

[@sammyangel98]

Oh my God I have a skull in my room which I named Billy too!!! (after Sherlock's Billy of course) he's fully golden colored

[@khover4242]

Makes me so sad that this didn't happen. Why??

[@KetieSaner]

I am looking forward to your videos a lot. :) Thank you very much for creating them.

[@reneemaggard1418]

but does no one realize in the background there's an elephant staring at the POP figures of John and Sherlock

[@sashawallace1916]

My god the ending was so cute and goofy. So sorry if me saying that made you feel uncomfortable. Brilliant video as always ( I know it's am older one but still).

[@alexandram.1303]

I love these videos so much omg

[@planet_cafe]

um this just blew my goddamn mind????

[@PinkPintoNikki]

Can we get an explanation for John and Sherlock's response to Moriarty's "Why don't you two just elope already?" in The Abominable Bride? I'd like to hear what you have to say on that, as it has been a worrying factor on my mind for T.J.L.C. YES, LIVESTREAM, PLEASE. I'll be on the lookout!