Uncut Gems' Perfect Scene

[@trashman1791]

Kevin Garnetts performance in this movie is the best by any athlete ever imo

[@Joeysaladslover]

Literally played himself but ok

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

@@Joeysaladslover he still had to perform the lines lmao. its not improv

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

the character was literally written for him. it was originally meant to be a different basketballer but they rewrote the whole script around him

[@Joeysaladslover]

@@cheekybananaboy3361 and it’s not hard to act like yourself, the challenge of acting is becoming another person and he definitely didn’t have to do that.

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

@@Joeysaladslover eh i think having to act as yourself by reciting lines that were written for you by a different person is hard in its own way. he still had to put the emotion behind ir

[@ComedyHourShow]

Calling it now it’s the one where Howard sobs after seeing the ass tattoo

[@splendidtorch7800]

you were close

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

its literally the one before that 😭

[@isaaccruz8131]

The Safdie’s anxiety-driven and adrenaline-fueled style just scratches an itch for me.

[@dragonsoul7816]

stop it!!

[@Landa8]

Yes thank you, I love there style Their*

[@jonasbahn1466]

seriously, it makes me wonder if i have adhd because i have almost never been consistently engaged in a movie the same way i was with this one

[@Chuuzus]

can’t believe Adam Sandler didn’t get an Oscar nomination for his role in uncut gems.

[@Teddyisoffline]

was 100% the best performance of the year

[@joeryan7306]

Honesty them snubbing him, Dafoe for lighthouse and Gyllenhaal for Nightcrawler, all their best performances made me completely lose belief in the academy as a whole

[@jackenglebright1202]

@@Teddyisoffline facts

[@shineon9715]

@@joeryan7306 Naomi Watts in Funny Games and Toni Collette in Hereditary as well.

[@chadross]

Nice pic bro

[@usernameusername882]

It’s mental how even seeing a video about uncut gems raises my heart rate to like 100bpm lmaoooo

[@kevinwilliams8849]

RIGHT like why was I sweating watching this video

[@seanosullivan4935]

I think the scene where kg is stuck in the second door at the jewelers and then the two guys outside looking for howard and howard is trying to fix it all is the most perfectly built up scene that I can think of

[@acsone3546]

The guy who brought his heavy 😂

[@dabestofdabest697]

“Uncut Gem’s perfect scene” I think the entire thing is perfect

[@jermyhopkisn9654]

I've seen it quite a few times, and the opening sequence never seems to land for me.

[@calvin7978]

it’s also like one big scene because it’s never ending

[@SemColee]

Watched this movie while recovering in the hospital, as soon as the movie started I didn’t concentrate on pain or anything I just watched the story unfold with an insanely high bpm, open eyes and heavy anxiety. I loved every second of it, this is what a movie should be. I was sucked into it from the start and forgot everything around me. I felt extremely relieved when it ended and the anxiety stopped but I wanted to watch it again immediately … had never seen a movie like this before and probably never will.

[@theonlywizardwashere]

would recommend “tangerine” “daddy long legs” and also “heaven knows what” the second two of which are also from the safdies

[@mohammedadilshah6655]

This must be exactly what gambling feels like if you get me

[@tomk2688]

Even though gems is an intense drama, it still manages to be an Adam sandler movie

[@huntwray312]

what?

[@tomk2688]

@@huntwray312 What I’m trying to say is that even though gems is an intense drama, it still manages to be an Adam sandler movie

[@huntwray312]

@@tomk2688 got it bro

[@jesstube6466]

@@tomk2688 thanks for clearing that up

[@tomk2688]

@@jesstube6466 no problem bro

[@griffin4243]

every character in uncut gems just felt so damn real. i felt like i really knew howard by the end of it

[@theonlymexicanman4422]

There literally wasn’t any audio and I still felt anxious and stressed when the clips of the auction scene came up

[@30minorlessshortfilms4]

This was by far my favorite film of 2019, I have seen it an unbelievable amount of times. No other movie, even good time, has made me feel the amount of pressure and anxiety that this movie puts on me. I remember as soon as the credits started rolling in the theaters, my headache went away and I felt a rush of cold air around me…

[@mclovin457]

I dont feel like revisiting an anxiety attack right now Karsten, no thank you

[@faithhunter7588]

Karsten: *literally describes hell* Karsten: Meaning it gets better every time :)

[@Housewarmin]

I just wanna take a second to make a Julia appreciation post, I know this isn't about her, but she is a great character

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

julia

[@BeBobFerrari99]

I hope she reads this bro, g’luck

[@blazinbytes9099]

Yes I like how she doesn’t have any problems with Luca being a sea monster.

[@Bandstand]

My buddy hates this film. I don’t understand how he doesn’t appreciate the genius of it

[@lucashiatt3531]

It’s an easy film to hate lol

[@davidmoret5150]

Maybe because It's very intense, I took brakes to watch it, but I love it to death tho, amazing movie

[@Kage-jk4pj]

It is a lot to handle

[@spliffsoldier]

Honestly this was my favorite movie in the past couple years, gonna rewatch tonight

[@inversional_loop]

not many people could be a fan of the consistently intense atmosphere that builds on itself

[@ArmandoMan]

I just watched this movie recently, and it was one of the most engaging films I’ve ever seen. I feel that the auction scene does the best job at exemplifying the engaging nature of the film. Though I’ve never been an addict, this movie made me understand Howard, and root for him every step of the way.

[@moviegoer0657]

The score and mesmerizing visuals, the stress, the cathartic end, the acting... All perfect. By far the best movie experience I've ever had.

[@chrismezza1940]

Wish I saw it in theaters :(

[@moviegoer0657]

@@chrismezza1940 me too..

[@griffin4243]

the safdie’s style is really unlike much else i’ve ever seen. can’t wait to see what they come up with in the future

[@danielmashanic5738]

I thought it was going to be The Weeknd concert, but this is a great scene too. One of the best movies of recent years imho. Great analysis! Keep it up

[@isaacwilliams398]

I've watched Uncut Gems like 8 times just to show people how good it is 🤣

[@jayr3381]

I watched it 800 times just to comment that I watched more times than you.

[@detoxwithp-talksofficial6868]

One of my favourite films of 2019, really glad you covered it.

[@danieleng6800]

Just saw this in a theater again. Love the film got to see it on the big screen for the first time.

[@juliosantiago6898]

In the end... Karsten was the gem 🔹️ 🙃

[@atomsofstardust]

Corny, but I agree with this message :)

[@andressandate]

You don’t know how happy I was to see you making a video dedicated to Uncut Gems & even with the word “perfect” being used! :)

[@stevebob240]

During the intro I was trying to figure out which perfect scene you're going to talk about. Sign of a good movie.

[@lassmallieber7569]

I haven't even seen the movie yet but your retelling of the scene alone hasmy heart racing lol

[@ravitmishraa]

This video made me wanna rewatch this film

[@everydaysam3547]

looking at that scene being played again gives me PTSD

[@JB-bq2qj]

By far the most important aspect of this movie that no one talks about is world building. It's immersing because it's new and feels authentic

[@solarr33archives]

absolutely. i felt fully immersed, like i was following howard around the entire time. crucial part of why i enjoyed the movie

[@sriramuday9322]

I had a dream that Karsten is gonna make a video on uncut gems last week, so I rewatched it.

[@KameronMcQueen]

You're making me feel like I need to go back and revisit this movie because the first time I saw it I knew it was good but wasn't in love with it like everybody else

[@oliverblumensteinbassoon]

One of my fave vids you've released. Showed Uncut Gems to friends of mine who gamble and all we could talk about after was Howie's gambling addiction present throughout... Your analysis of that auction scene is excellent!!!!

[@clanofclams2720]

There's a lot of them

[@sflash498]

"This isn't just how Howard wins. It's how he survives." That's dark and hits hard.

[@kennethmiller4166]

Your comment at the end about how, for him, the thrill is seeing how close he fly to the sun, immediately made of the third dynamic of this movie which is his family life. He has the apartment, is separated, obviously things aren't great. But then the scene where his son has to go to the bathroom when they're driving home. You can feel Howard's anxiety and tension when he realizes his son might see his assistant he's having an affair with. I haven't want he'd in a while, but that just made me wonder, does Howard's wife not know about his affair? Is this another way that he tests how close he can get to the sun?

[@jones_horror]

I’ve seen it 7 times and it’s my favorite movie

[@ezra6094]

Thomas Flight recently did a video on this movie where he talked a lot about this scene, but your take was still unique and insightful. Great video!

[@IAmNumber4000]

This movie, more than any other movie, reminds me of finals week.

[@excellentleon7850]

Literally one of my favourite movies of all time

[@chrismezza1940]

So good. Good Time is great too. Cant wait to see what the safdies have up next. I might have a heart attack tho lol.

[@brkentaffy]

This is probably my favorite movie of all time ngl

[@BigR.O.B.]

Very nice video. Saw the movie on Netflix last night for the first time and it blew me away.

[@Trulymimi17]

Uncut Gems has become one of my most beloved movies💎 It's something about it that entices me every time I watch it. Adam did a great job👌🏾

[@benlehman9412]

yay! a karsten video essay and on this movie no less (:

[@revenge774]

I’m so very thankful that the weeknd is in this movie because he was the only reason I wanted to watch this movie and I’m so glad I did this movie is a masterpiece that I would’ve completely avoided if it wernt for that one decision

[@addisonvaughn8220]

very interesting take. i’m glad ur essays r back :)

[@GraViTyAboVe]

Love you Karsten. Believe it or not you've showed me how to be a better film student.

[@AdenosineOfficial]

As a youngin I didn't really feel anything but anxiety during this film. But this video made me feel more towards this character and his actions.

[@owenvideos4155]

When I think of movies as a whole this movie always comes to mind

[@Adidaxi]

You could say that this scene was a pretty well cut gem

[@emilal]

Thank you, Karsten. Very cool!

[@KarstenRunquist]

what’s your favorite scene in uncut gems..

[@bookeblade]

The ending

[@tahamohammad1741]

The Weeknd concert scene it’s a complete nostalgia trip especially for someone like me who grew up in the late 00’s and early 10’s and what makes it better “swimming pools” by Kendrick Lamar plays after

[@em-cj2zw]

furby

[@Sandlerverse]

The play scene.

[@nico.muffins]

I loved the beginning when kevin garnett comes into the shop. the chaotic nature of it all is so impressive with all the overlapping dialogue.

[@dynamosaurusimperious2718]

Uncut Gems sure is one very special movie,and that's good.

[@cheekybananaboy3361]

This might be your most incredible video so far, thank you Karsten.

[@stickwoodthebrand]

Gotta love it when your favourite youtuber makes a video about your favourite movie😍🥵

[@bulletpaste]

i mean really the whole movie is perfect

[@viciousbane569]

I loved Uncut Gems and I have it on Blu-ray! But I heard that The Criterion Channel is going to have Uncut Gems so I will definitely buy it!

[@vonwilfong]

heaven knows what , good time, and uncut gems deals with an obsession they can’t get over, heroine, getting his brother out of jail while keeping the money , getting himself out of debt and selling the opal

[@leviturner4565]

I knew this movie was a 5/5 as soon as I saw the Premiere on Christmas Eve

[@matthewferreira173]

I should rewatch this movie. I’ve seen it twice now and I didn’t really enjoy it either time, but I’ve slowly been getting more interested in a rewatch

[@joshhickman7183]

Thank you, now I feel the need to watch this for the 4th time as well

[@markydark8286]

Love this film!

[@ikeyshuster9801]

Love this video essay

[@AndrewsOpinion15]

GREAT UNCUT GEMS (2019 ) FILM - PERFECT SCENE !!!

[@timpage9424]

Might have to suck it up and rewatch this here soon. 😂

[@jjj7054]

I’ve seen it three times and I was stressed even with you talking over the one scene

[@nonabonn]

this movie was one of the worst times watching a movie I've ever had, but that's cause they told the story really really well. Many of my family are addicts, and my best friend spiraled into addiction many years ago. I've never seen a more accurate depiction of it, and just how fast you can dig your own grave. It hit so close to home it was truly awful for me to sit through, with the ending being something I worry about a lot coming for the people around me. Definitely should've won oscars!

[@SirChesterBellington]

Been missing vids like this

[@spectre1004]

Best movie of 2019 for me

[@chrismezza1940]

Very very good. 2019 was good for movies The Irishman (kind of a meh Scorsese movie, great, and then bam! Emotional and darkly beautiful third act/ending) Parasite, Once Upon A Time In Hollywood (another great ending that I somehow didn’t see coming: I was shook in the theaters lol), uncut gems, marriage story, the lighthouse! Ect

[@spectre1004]

@@chrismezza1940 true that

[@josiahboyd5480]

Awesome video. Keep up the good work.

[@callamhandford6165]

I’ve just watched for the 4th time too it’s so good

[@solecito2094]

This scene broke me. I mean the whole movie gave me anxiety but nothing like this scene and the ending 🥲

[@ethancooney3331]

I recently saw someone on Letterboxd say that there was no real filmmaking in this film. They used the classic "turn off the sound and the same effect isn't there". But like, the auction scene exists.

[@DHIRAL2908]

For me the perfect scene was the door getting stuck with KG carrying the opal inside lol!

[@Vaxmas]

Am from ethiopia 🇪🇹 i loved the movie adam was cool i loved the weeknd comeo

[@jordan-pd6jg]

my life has uncut gems inspired vibes right now

[@okmoonshapedlimb1505]

sounds aesthetically pleasing

[@jordan-pd6jg]

@@okmoonshapedlimb1505 badass name

[@mr.j7899]

The auction's like betting on slot machines. You head keeps saying "just one more" till you end up broke.

[@benjaminhertzog5951]

Great job!

[@Locadel2003]

Its like the basement scene from War of the world but for an entire movie

[@name-gu5os]

The end of the movie is the best tho

[@hyrumforstrom980]

I love uncut gems

[@sevastilouta5984]

Literally watched the movie for the first time an hour ago... damn

[@davidpayne5118]

Get it Karsten

[@tomatosoup44]

Great video!

[@ZoWonderfull]

Uncut gems fandom RISE.

[@evelyncastillo1094]

The first time I saw this movie it was in a theater and it was the worst experience I’ve ever had. 10/10 anxiety inducing

[@Enfant_Feu]

The ending scene had me speechless

[@illygah]

good breakdown. cheers and thank you, fellow human :)

[@3Prayt]

Pretty good video, really well explained

[@shekharr2227]

Bruh, I just completed watching Uncut Gems.

[@chrismezza1940]

What do you think?

[@shekharr2227]

@@chrismezza1940 One word: intense. It makes you anxious as fuck but I can say it's worth it

[@chrismezza1940]

@@shekharr2227 agreed lol. Almost got a heart attack. Very good stuff tho. I prefer Good Time, but this is probably better made. Sandman can act.

[@shekharr2227]

@@chrismezza1940 I am about to watch that soon!

[@chrismezza1940]

@@shekharr2227 nice!

[@flyersruleJC24]

if youve had a history with people addicted to gambling ... this movie hits immediately during first viewing

[@fasola183]

This movie gave me mad anxiety, I could only watch it once and I barely made it to the end.

[@GranValor97]

Great video essay, more please! What a fucking masterpiece, Good Time is a great one too

[@googleuser189]

spoiler alert: the perfect scene in uncut gems lasts 2h15min

[@joaovitorfarinabraga690]

Man one of the things that make me very uncomfortable while watching this film is how fragile howard is ( spoilers ) He starts the movie doing a medical check up to see if he has cancer making him already seem very fragile and not in his best shape, and he’s constant being beaten through the film by Arlo’s bodyguards not being able to defend himself in any scene, he’s throw at the fountain in public no one helps him he needs to deal with KG that’s way taller than him making him few tiny, he really only has his mind and speech to save his ass and still gets shot right through the brain

[@vonwilfong]

the safdie brothers obsession with obsession and torturing an audience is my favorite genre

[@thugalicious281]

its the scene where hes gonna come

[@knurdyob]

one of my favourite details of the scene is how arno lowers his body so as to not obstruct the camera recording the auction, yet phil and the other guy just walk right in front of it not giving a fuck. subtly foreshadowing the ending by showing that arno is just "playing the part", and deep down he is not a dangerous criminal like the others

[@athenajaxon2397]

I feel like I should've predicted Adam Sandler's character dying but holy shit did that ending blow me away I will say I don't know if I'm just good in anxiety ridden situations but I never felt too much anxiety watching it

[@Asa-rn7uu]

Background music on this one slaps