when the actors don't hate the director…

[@SceneItReviews]

If you're interested, here's some more Edgar Wright video essays by people much smarter than me: Tony and Taylor at Every Frame a Painting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXeyq3dqiMual8k Danny at CinemaStix: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJOmgZ5jjKijaJY Evan at Nerdwriter: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pprNZp-fncd2bM0 Julian at The Discarded Image: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqnVm32Qg7aDoK8

[@hulkhatepunybanner]

*I started to think that Scott Pilgrim was to 2010 what Flash Gordon was to 1980.* And then I thought, _Does every decade begin with a future cult classic?_ Discuss.

[@he2295]

I still think the Christian Bale dialogue was an extension of his character as opposed to him actually upset....

[@SceneItReviews]

​@@he2295 You mean it was him getting too method? Possibly, yeah. But yelling at the DOP for 5 minutes and threatening to punch him probably not the greatest move.

[@protorhinocerator142]

That part where Captain America flang Scott into the castle was gold. Looked more real than the last 10 MCU movies combined.

[@he2295]

@@SceneItReviews Yeah basically.

[@thefinalfrontear]

knives’ actress saying “i cannot wait to come back tomorrow” is SO cute considering it was her first movie role! it’s so nice to hear she had such a good time.

[@Δ-Δ-Δ-Δ]

For real! Some actresses walk out traumatised and dehumanised, it's nice to see she had such fun. Plus, she's great in the anime. I wish she'd do more voice-acting gigs.

[@then35t18]

I hope she said ciao after she left every time.

[@jan_v_ier]

i didn't even know that.

[@twelvecatsinatrenchcoat]

@@Δ-Δ-Δ-Δ Everyone rags on Kubrick for what he put Shelly Duvall through. But the reality is none of us would even know the name "Shelly Duvall" if he hadnt. She has the most iconic performance in horror movie history because of Kubrick.

[@Δ-Δ-Δ-Δ]

@@twelvecatsinatrenchcoat Hard disagree. Shelley is great, but I think giving the props to Kubrick is insane. She would've been awesome regardless and mental abuse is not something that leads to greatness. On the contrary, it could've backfired horrendously and I think it's more a testament of Shelley's mastery that she knew how to handle it and let it sip through the screen. In summary, I don't believe in the misunderstood genius bs.

[@luviro133]

I love how he direct the movies like a school work with friends, just laughing and having fun in the process

[@rickwilliams967]

Not sure what school work you did, but none of it was fun.

[@toastedwaffles6395]

@@rickwilliams967notice the *with friends*

[@MarkBerenger]

@@toastedwaffles6395 😂😂😂

[@Manhandle730]

@@rickwilliams967 You know, the fun, laughter class with friends classes. Oh such good times were had by all!! Did you not have these classes when you were attending school?! Hmmm that’s certainly unfortunate.

[@suprosonic7337]

@@Manhandle730 I dont think he had friends tbh

[@johans3164]

The fact that Chris Evans, Brie Larson, Anne Kendrick would still return for the Netflix anime adaptation shows just how much they all loved being in the movie. Edgar is just such a smart, chill guy

[@ultimatebishoujo29]

Oh yeah definitely

[@wesstewart2677]

I’m surprised Aubrey Plaza came back, she’s had a pretty stacked couple of years recently with a lot of projects.

[@wesstewart2677]

@hobohabsburg8447 oh no doubt. I was just surprised since she’s been in so much the past 2-3 years and is also doing a Broadway show on top of everything, ya feel? I was so stoked they managed to get EVERYONE back

[@TimberWulfIsHere]

Yea brie sounds like she has sooooooooo much fun hey

[@iankellymorris]

​@@wesstewart2677Voice acting is also a bit easier to fit into one's schedule.

[@thecooljohn100]

This is how fun normal people imagine making movies would be, but we hear so often about how it's not like this at all. I commend him for making a really nice work environment and continuing to be a good person in a morally corrupt industry.

[@miaruuu8375]

Right? Like how some actors and actresses are willing to be destructive towards others and their self all for the sake of making good art.

[@bararobberbaron859]

The fact that 13 years after they worked together, and a lot of them having gotten much bigger everyone got back to him within like 3 hours? That says it all really.

[@miaruuu8375]

@@bararobberbaron859 Just goes to show that being an asshole on set isn't as worthwhile

[@Elephanthobo]

@@bararobberbaron859 it's probably also the way it's a personal email chain rather than a hundred middlemen deciding to reply!

[@Someone-sc2hk]

but here's the thing: all we have to do to combat this is to just, not watch bad movies, since if there's no team mentality, you can't have a good movie

[@elarnold5608]

most people i've shown scott pilgrim to are confused by the cuts, but when i first saw it, i could not stop rewatching it because i was so enthralled by the way it was directed. by adding to the absurdity of the premise with the art itself, it somehow makes it feel more logical

[@pascal-janssen]

i get why most people are confused by it because i was the first time watching it, it had this cartoonish vibe to it which i didn't really like but at the same time i did like other parts of it. idk maybe i need to watch it again for old time sake to see it in a different perspective. i am however a fan of baby driver and a really huge fan of hot fuzz and i only found out because of this youtube video that they're all made by the same director.

[@PPCAPOGAMING]

The cuts are more so the editor's job, although obviously the director overviews everything.

[@absurdusername9519]

Those are people who probably haven't ever collected comics I'm guessing. People who have read and collected comics/graphic novels/manga are adaptable and appreciative of different visual styles. When 300 came out... I remember people complaining... Why is it so grainy? Why are are the blacks all crushed out? Etc. To me 300 was brilliantly shot and looked exactly as it should have. Scott Pilgrim is another example of a brilliant film interpretation.

[@PvtPopper]

Same watched it like 20 times with 2 friends and showed it to everyone I know

[@Sonsequence]

Usually an editor will cut back and forth between a lot of the same shots. Wright explains that he wanted to avoid ever cutting back to the same shot. To do that you kind of have to plan where every cut will be before the Editor is even hired.

[@dighad3824]

This movie was so underappreciated because it's ahead of its time. If this was released now it would've gone crazy popular

[@greenrandall143]

It was crazy popular when it came out

[@Prakx9]

@@greenrandall143It did not do wel when it came out initially

[@protorhinocerator142]

So have you seen the new cartoon series with all the original voice actors? Good stuff. Although some of the voice actors don't sound like themselves for some reason. Maybe it's just me.

[@CyberKnightX21]

Which is probably what they're hoping for with the new animated series. Even the Xbox Arcade game of it was amazing.

[@dighad3824]

@@greenrandall143 budget is 85 mil,they only grossed 50. You were saying?

[@VivaLaDnDLogs]

Hearing him talk about casting people "for their eyes" is making me look at everyone differently. Brandon Routh's "Vegone?" expression, Michael Cera's brilliantly blank face, Aubrey Plaza's relentless glare, Mary Elizabeth Winstead's spellbinding gaze, the entire world within Anya Taylor-Joy's eyes, and on & on!

[@way2dead4u]

Chris Evans evil lil eyebrow

[@KickyFut]

Winstead's eyes are so huge!! I could build a goddam loft in them!😍

[@TheSchaef47]

This movie gave me a lot of feelings for Winstead.

[@BakedRBeans]

@@KickyFut Check out Kate MiCucci.....for big eyes..

[@cauliflornication]

Scott pilgrim was wayyyy ahead of its time. I remember the first time i watched the film, i was blown away with the style of the storytelling. This movie is an art! Period

[@timberm4n379]

dude I was aware of popularity of Scott Piligrim but never watched it. BUT TODAY i decied to see myself why everyone is so damn crazy about it AND OH MY GOD THIS IS AMAZING. The art, transitions JOKES everything is on another level. I had so much fun watching this movie

[@cauliflornication]

@@timberm4n379 exactly dude...its a masterpiece i tell you. Its one of those movies you will never forget

[@DisDatK9]

I genuinely had no idea it flopped financially. I was in the theatre day one, the theatre was packed, and everyone fucking LOVED it. Bums me out so much

[@FairyGodBatman]

I was in awe the whole time watching it! It's amazing!

[@alexsiemers7898]

I was only 8 when the movie came out, but even then I’m upset that it took me so long to watch it for the first time (only a couple months ago, after watching the anime)

[@hellajeff5613]

The fact that they could get the whole cast back, including Chris Evans just shows that they all loved doing it

[@thecasualsperspective]

Some of these people are so loaded with cash they could turn it down if it was even mildly inconvenient for them and they all chose to come back. That's HUGE props not only to the director, but to the cast and the crew as well. Everyone involved, in front of or behind the camera, participated in creating an environment that they are all instantly drawn to when the opportunity arises. There are still good people in Hollywood, its just as rare as winning powerball. Just so happens this director found all the powerball winners and cast them all in the same film.

[@moppenboek]

8:19 Hearing him say this hits so hard knowing he means it. He once stepped out of a Marvell project because he did not get enough creative freedom.

[@dread1262]

Edgar Wright would have made ant man a household name

[@purpleglasses4511]

​@@dread1262 I could see that honestly

[@tropiccheekss]

i was thinking ab that, he basically described his experience with marvel before it happened although i'm sure it wasn't the first time with studios overall, and i think if we would've had his ant-man not only would it be a household name it would've had an actually amazing trilogy if he was willing bc this issue he described can be almost tangibly seen through the ant-man movies, they feel disconnected from each other, with scott being used as a literal plot device for the team up movies, 3 times

[@joshy-noha]

That hurts so bad for what it could've been!!! In the final movie I can still feel some of his style but one can only imagine if he was the actual director

[@ND-kh5yw]

My boy Edgar has morals and sticks to his guns 😤😤

[@castertr0y357]

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is one of the movies that I re-watch at least once per year because of how amazing it is. The more I see about the behind the scenes of this movie, the more awesome it becomes. It's a shame this movie didn't do better at the box office, because it really deserved it.

[@protorhinocerator142]

Netflix cartoon series. Binge it.

[@doesntMetter1]

It should be a Chrismas movie

[@IantheDugan]

I've been in the Edgar Wright loop for a while and I think hearing the "different shot every time like a comic panel" bit was the new eye-opening piece here.

[@titheproven954]

Also that they where not allowed to blink.

[@alexsiemers7898]

@@titheproven954now THATS what I call eye-opening

[@elcholito587]

Marvel really shit the bed when they couldn't work with his vision for Ant-Man.

[@coreyaruecker]

100% . There’s parts of ant man that I can tell are carry over. Especially the train scene

[@AllenKnutson]

What's infuriating is to think that Marvel probably figured out their mistake, then swung way too far in the opposite direction giving Raimi too much rope on Dr Strange 2. Raimi's made some fine movies but for that project, he needed a lot of reining in that he didn't get.

[@beardedchimp]

@@AllenKnutson nah, Marvel/Disney were already set in having complete control and limiting any freedom for unique story telling. Having any director requiring complete creative control is never something they would accept over the long term. They might consider giving a director more freedom, but never the absolute of letting them tell the story they want to film. Dr Strange 2 is a strange example to use considering Raimi was brought in after Derrickson's departure with him desperately rewriting the script. The plot was plagued with problems with continuity issues from the other Marvel film releasing. It had tons of re-shoots and issues over runtime. Then there is the insane preordained deadlines that are set in stone as part of the Disney/Marvel machine. Its difficult to understand your sentiment "he needed a lot of reining in that he didn't get" when he came in late, was constantly rewriting the script which then needed to be abandoned in parts due to other films release, was plagued with reshoots and despite an ongoing global pandemic they still had unrealistic deadlines to make something that could never possibly represent a directors original vision. If Raimi came in at the start and had five years to work on the film you would have a point, but that isn't what happened.

[@tadesubaru1383]

Nobody hates wright. He's unhateable. It also helps that he remembers every person he has ever worked with, credits them and always praises their work, without taking credit for their skill. He loves everyone so everyone loves him back. He's a great director, yes, but he's a great person first

[@Shrooblord]

+

[@burn1none]

someone hates everyone. don't be so hyperbolic. I hate the netflix show.

[@Humansarebetter1]

@@burn1noneyou hate the show, not the director.

[@burn1none]

@@Humansarebetter1 that's literally what I said...?

[@luisantonioarredondoherrer4780]

@@burn1none not really

[@DoctorPompidou]

A few years ago he was in one of those "looking at their filmography" videos and everytime it was relevant, he named the members of the technical crew. Even if he had to look up some names, it's something not many other directors do; to acknowledge the lighting crew members from over 15 years ago

[@userSchlonsch]

When watching the Scott Pilgrim charity table read I was amazed at how well everyone was getting along and how much chemistry they had even outside of the scenes years after the film had been filmed. I feel like Edgar Wright really just builds great relationships with the people he works with and it’s noticeable in the final product.

[@JohnGeorgeHill]

Boy, you nailed it. I am guessing I am so much older than your demographic, but I have really enjoy Edgar Wright's films. They do have an infectious strain of fun running through them. I always go back to Baby Driver and that opening scene. I'm sure that he now commands an audience that will see everything he will ever make. Film, like books, are so encompassing of everything in our worlds. I only get discouraged when audiences only go for one genre, like the dreaded Superhero movies. They can be fun, but they should not be your whole life. I just saw Maestro a week ago, and THAT is a work of art. And as with any work of art, people should just let it be. You might want this (a typical biography) or you might want a different slant on the story, but it is what it is, and you don't tell a real artist how he or she should do the work. The work stands on it's own, and studio heads should just take a hike.

[@pascal-janssen]

well said

[@cattysplat]

He actually has a ton of detractors, especially in the movie critic world who demand their movies be serious, grounded and sad, especially to be deserving of film awards. He even struggled a long time to get a wider outside audience of young "student comedy" age, hence some really poor box office showings. However most of his films have gone on to become cult films with high DVD sales through sheer word of mouth. When I first saw Shaun of the Dead in cinemas, it felt like the dawning of a new level of "irrelevant acting" comedy where the jokes and action were intertwined, which would eventually move to online.

[@internetuser8922]

@@cattysplat clearly they're just jealous

[@beardedchimp]

​@@cattysplat Shaun of the Dead felt like the perfect sequel to Spaced, but with the benefit of great cinematography and an actual budget (compared to Spaced any budget seems extravagant).

[@Paul-zh2jp]

"make the [thing] you want to make, not the [thing] you think you ought to make" is something i have struggled with, as a game dev who wants to make a living doing it. for me, and many others i assume, making what you think you ought to make is not necessarily from a place of greed, but desperation to make ANY money so you can focus on your craft. i absolutely agree with that quote though. films / games are uniquely tough, and for most people, if you don't want to make it, you're either going to hate your life or not even finish the project

[@DizzyBusy]

Two things: 1. I'm looking forward to the next project to reunite Simon Pegg and Edgar Wright 2. Chris Evans said in an interview that he wasn't on set for too long and had FOMO the rest of the shoot. He's been doing a lot of ensemble movies, so I think it says a lot about how fun Scott Pilgrim's set was

[@coreymullins]

Rewatched Baby Driver just a few days ago, it was probably my 4th or 5th time watching it because I always *liked* it, but this latest viewing I just absolutely fell in love with it for whatever reason. The characters felt deeper, the very brief 45 second date scene between Baby and Debora was enthralling. It's all so stylish, suave, confident and FUN, that I just had a huge smile on my face the entire time.

[@mcgfn]

@@MaxIronsThirdboo hoo I guess?

[@TheRedKing247]

@@MaxIronsThird womp womp

[@xxtokyoxx8394]

Baby driver is an excellent film but MAN did the casting choices NOT age well 💀

[@kermitgotthesickkicks4265]

@@xxtokyoxx8394 WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY THAT?

[@timoehlers2265]

How Edgar synched up the music in that movie is just art.

[@Shalalacls]

The reason I keep coming back to Edgar Wright movies, I've found, is what you just described: I have SO MUCH FUN watching them. Not just laugh at jokes or visual gags, but genuinely enjoy the experience, Wright's movies are engaging in every single aspect, and I guess the way he achieves it is why it works so well. The "telling actors when to blink" is usually a staple of really terrible or really difficult directors, this is the only time I've seen it mentioned in a positive light, but I guess that's what a good director is: someone who makes you understand and believe in their vision so much that nothing you do to achieve it will *feel* like a hassle.

[@peterproductions5015]

Edgar Wright’s one of my favorite filmmakers. I love this man with my whole heart, his films are so fun.

[@beansproutuncreative]

8:35 is on point. The audience can tell when the director, writer, or actors are not into what they are doing. It's painful watching certain shows when you can see the actors are giving their all, but the writers have given up.

[@djoxer]

We never get to see his ant-man take

[@farabimahbub5910]

This movie broadened my horizons. I didn't know that a live-action film could seamlessly incorporate comic book visual styles. I liked the Cornetto triology (probably not as much as everyone else) but this is the movie that turned me into a huge Edgar Wright fan. I have loved everything he has made ever since.

[@Jaxck77]

All films incorporated comic book style.

[@AgentDGW]

tim burtons batman

[@CorvidCastle]

The difference a director makes in creating a positive working environment cannot be overstated. I've never done film myself, but I co-directed an audio drama series and one of our priorities was making sure the actors were safe, comfortable, and having a good time in general. As a result, we not only had a blast, but the cast felt comfortable sharing parts of themselves that made them more connected to their characters and the story, making the end result stronger and all-around better to listen to. (though it didn't hurt that we had an incredibly talented cast who were all absolutely lovely to work with in the first place) In contrast, around the same time I was acting in a one-act play festival, and the director for our piece was incredibly toxic. She was belittling, had no respect for our time, wellbeing, or ideas, and made me dread coming into rehearsal (which is no small feat, bc I *adore* acting and usually am very excited to step into the rehearsal room). Eventually, after crossing a line (or several) and making another one of the actors cry, we told a producer of the festival who quickly fired her and replaced her with another director who was much kinder. His work mostly consisted of trying to undo all the damage the original director had done to the play. The show ended up in good shape imo, no thanks to her. That experience really made me appreciate my team on the audio drama.

[@PruneauYT]

I saw it in a packed theatre with my friend and the whole room was having a blast and laughing, so I've always thought this movie was a huge commercial success for an independant movie. I'm shocked to see that it tanked at the time.

[@bigman25plus25]

Depressing :(

[@nazurin5982]

I saw the movie in 2010 to an absolutely empty theater and it only played in two cinemas in my whole city! It was just me and my sister, it felt like we were watching something out of this world.

[@hollandscottthomas]

I saw the Melbourne preview release and Edgar had a pre-recorded bit thanking everyone at the start. It was so wholesome! It sucks that it had to open against The Expendables, cos it's an infinitely more fun action film.

[@luketfer]

IIRC it was one of those movies that bombs at the cinema but makes its money back in DVD/Blueray sales so it wasn't a complete flop, just a theatrical one.

[@tinycatfriend]

i think the advertising gave people the wrong expectations which didn't help, i heard it was really off the mark. i saw it with a friend who LOVED the comics, so i knew it was gonna be really fun (also i was 13 and what 13 y/o wouldn't love seeing that in theaters). it's still my favourite movie to this day, and yet the theater was mostly empty and multiple people walking out afterwards were unhappy with it. it still baffles me, because even if it's not your preferred genre, i can't see anyone NOT having fun watching it!

[@vedarovski4110]

I didn't know the movie lose money in the box office. This movie deserved a lot more.

[@johnmobley9369]

They treated the movie like a group and communal project. Like they were equally important and people before just tools for his creation. They had fun like it was a school project. And I think the fact that they all had fun shows in the final project. Knives’s actress being so excited to come back the next day is adorable considering it was her first film and she was such a standout for me. Chris, Brie, & Anne ecen all returned. It feels like yesterday I was saying it should’ve gotten a animated show instead of just a game & a movie. Seemed like a natural step from the novel despite me loving the movie. I’d watch the AS animation over and over.

[@SuperMickyChow]

I remember, way back in the dawn of time, when i was young, I watched a new sitcom on British TV called Spaced, starring some comedians I hadn't heard of and directed by a guy called Edgar Wright. It had a totally unique & groundbreaking style, and i remember thinking to myself how awesome it would be if a movie was made like that... Well, looks like he got his chance & took it, and we are all better off for it. One of the most innovative and exciting directors in film history.

[@stickershock66]

*Spaced. But yeah, great show.

[@SuperMickyChow]

@@stickershock66 autocorrect makes me look like an idiot again!😁

[@Theduckwebcomics]

I know the feeling. I started with Hippies and Big Train, they were amazing shows, Big Train was MUCH better than The Fast Show, which was the other sketch comedy that was big at the time, but it just disappeared... So when Spaced came out I was so happy to see many of the same actors 😁 I have to say though that Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz didn't appeal to me. They were just like clip shows of British TV tropes. But Scott Pilgrim did something new and fun.

[@SuperMickyChow]

@@Theduckwebcomics yes! Big Train was a show that I managed to catch just a few times - I presume because (as I recall) it was broadcast in the late evening slot (post 9pm but before 11.30) and I was often at the pub when it was on.

[@timleach3366]

Yeah, thinking about the generally pretty low quality of British TV directing when Spaced came out, I remember it was just mindblowing how stylish and skilful Spaced was in its visual storytelling. It still looks amazing now, but it was unreal when it came out then.

[@AngelLikesArt]

Edgar wright is clearly both a genius and a great guy, that everyone seems to love working with him, not even just on this project. Timothy Dalton said he had the most fun on a set on Hot Fuzz (one of my favourite movies)

[@Zettymaster]

in addition to all that is already being said about both Edgar Wright's films, I REALLY appreciate that most actors look "normal", even the pretty ones. sure some got the obvious make up, but everyone looks like a normal human instead of the actors you usually see in films and tv

[@kage6613]

I'm sorry..."both"??

[@MrAntiKnowledge]

The guy has 10(+?) films to his name, you have some catching up to do ;)

[@LucasSmart-nz8nu]

@@kage6613 Looks to me like there was going to be another clause in that sentence. ie. Both his films and his paintings. Except, not that because that's a bit deranged.

[@minecraftingmom]

And yet, people often excuse Kubrick's behavior by claiming that genius requires being a terrible person.

[@kat6917]

I was just about to say! He specifically alienated her during filming, made her cry, and had actors scream at her to keep her in this mood. It's not genius, it's insanity.

[@LucasSmart-nz8nu]

Yep! It's arguably LESS impressive to make people miserable to make them seem more believably miserable, then it is to have happy people convince us they are miserable.

[@Bogg8oo]

You don’t have to like it, but he was a genius

[@fucjk2141]

@@Bogg8oo That wasn’t at all what they were saying in that comment. I think you just auto pilot replied lol

[@sense0fpurpose]

Comparing a 21st century comedy film maker to Stanley Kubrick is just blasphemous.

[@Weatherman4Eva]

I knew I loved Edgar Wright productions but I didnt know this was because I would love Edgar Wright as a person too. This was just an absolutely lovey video to watch

[@warmonger2500]

Not every artist is fun to be around, but a director has "virtually" no choice but to work with others. Being someone people want to be around will get the best possible performance, so a director is a leader and should lead in the way that works for everyone on set.

[@wcarcass]

I can absolutely relate to this video… I tried once a career in filmmaking, it didn’t work but turned out for the better… anyway, while shooting a short movie, we started all being friends, one month after I hated everybody, everybody hated me, everybody hated each other. Being a good director is way much more than technical skills, it’s about human relations, how to manage and treat people. I definitely didn’t have those skills, and I am happy to see directors that I love having them.

[@melissaharris3389]

One of the things I've always been impressed by, as a native of Ontario Canada, is that a film staring Americans and directed by a Brit is sooo Canadian. It has so many locations that are recognizable to a local Torontoian but isn't the CN town. Castle Loma is the most cliché location, and it's being used as a filming location in the film. Also, all the coins. Not just a video game reference but quintessentially Canadian.

[@soumyadeepnaskar446]

two movies have absolutely blown me away so far by their mad energy: Scott Pilgrim and EEAAO. Both are two of the greatest pieces of art in the entire human existence

[@ctaylor8003]

LMAO gear down there big rig

[@leandroaraujo8]

I completely and totally agree with you. they both changed my life.

[@alexiamcculloch1322]

Starting the video I thought back to Sir Ian McKellen having a meltdown on set during the Hobbit and sure enough it was mentioned. I am a huge Lord of the Rings fan, so it broke my heart hearing about how Sir Ian was getting increasingly more lonely and fed up with the production of the Unexpected Journey. That's the big difference for me, I think, between the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings. There's a real sense of brotherhood in the Fellowship that the Hobbit didn't quite get right when there was a wonderful opportunity for it.

[@ND-kh5yw]

Aw man thats saadddddddd cause I know he had such a good time filming the first trilogy

[@Claego]

Edgar Wright is one of my main muses when it comes to writing my own book. His movies are just infectiously fun and I want that in my works. He seems to have an intuitive knack for seeing how the end result is going to look to the viewer and even the subtle undertones of what they will unconsciously gather from his work. For this reason, he instills passion in everything, even minor things, because he knows people will notice. A true master of his profession no matter what the more snobby critics will say. That's the kind of writer I want to be.

[@stanislawrybinski]

the "bread makes you fat?!" line makes me laugh hysterically every time, thank you for putting it into the video!

[@ozymandiasultor9480]

I had and still have such a crush on Mary Elizabeth Winstead... I often watched that movie because it was fun, but mainly because of her.

[@lukewilmington9807]

Bro I was coming down here to say that. If she was on the same set as me I'd be thrilled to come to work 😂

[@ozymandiasultor9480]

@@lukewilmington9807 Yeah, I understand you totally. She was and she still is beautiful.

[@tycho_m]

add to this her role in Fargo season 3 and 10 Cloverfield Lane. She is such a great actress! Amazing range

[@LifesNeverHumDrum]

No one is safe from crushing on her ❤

[@MrShadez810]

People often forget the best directors are usually the ones that bring out the best work in all of those working with them. It’s a technical role sure but it’s mostly a leadership role.

[@tevyecolstockfilm]

Edgar Wright is my absolute FAVORITE director, and this is probably the biggest reason why.

[@tuomashaapakoski5250]

I have never seen Scott Pilgrim vs. the world, but know I have to watch it

[@mr.lelmanjiji4765]

Its stupid Goofy fun with serious undertones. Its great

[@rainy5517]

Been sooo long since I've watched it. I don't remember a lot, but I really wanna watch it again

[@apatoxic]

I love this video because it feels like a breath of fresh air documenting what's off screen rather than what's on screen in that early 2000 "behind the scenes extra" vibe that used to be on DVDs. Beautiful video

[@jas_bataille]

Scot Pilgrim is actually one of the most simple stories ever. You have two misfits who wanna be with each other despite their trauma. Both are in relationships that aren't good for them. They learn to let go of their past and to face their insecurities so they can love each other truly and respectfully, *before* they "enter the relationship". And... that's all. It's a story about what happens when people put in the work to be the best partner they can to the person they love. Cut out all the fluff and that's all there is to it deep down. Ain't that beautiful :)

[@DrewDesign]

Edgar Wright manages to combine being absurdly talented with being... y'know... actually really really nice. It's bonkers how rare that is.

[@poolpartyjacob]

i wish this video was like 2 hours long I would literally watch the full compilation of like behind the scenes of them all just being friends. I'm not even a film guy by any stretch but the vibes are just so seemingly perfect like I want to be there and be part of it

[@J_Isak]

The vibes make or break any workplace

[@davidloring4450]

This was just genuinely lovely to watch. Like a big hug.

[@LifesNeverHumDrum]

That’s exactly how I’d describe it

[@james2529]

Scott Pilgrim is a masterpiece. Every line is just perfection. I have to go and rewatch it right now.

[@PrincessNine]

This films behind the scenes made me fall in love with the making of movies

[@porudoryu]

I got into Egdar Wright films when I first saw Shawn of the Dead. Years later I find this particular style in his movies so captivating and interesting. I normally hate excessive transition cuts in films but he does it in pleasant way that you don't even notice it happening. Maybe because of the fun way of execution and that perfect blend of music that he choses. I did not even know that he directed Ant Man. No wonder I like it. It definitely shows that he really love his work.

[@cattysplat]

He was replaced with Peyton Reed for Ant Man director but he did do the screenwriting. Can only imagine the higher ups wanted a style that meshed with the other Marvel movies.

[@Dxwnlxad]

I love "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" so much, I can't even tell you how many times I've watched it

[@_sophies]

One thing I think Wright does that allows him to have fun is that he always knows what he wants, but he's not as much of a perfectionist as say, Fincher. I imagine that allows him to shoot high quality stuff at a relatively good pace, and then being a fun guy is the cherry on top

[@moonlight_dulcet]

i'm still figuring out what i want to do for my future career, and have become very invested in filmmaking/directing recently, and i love to use Edgar as a sort of role model. like if i ever do become a director i'd want to make sure the actors are comfortable and having fun on set. i'd hate to have one of my movies be attached to bad memories of shitty situations behind the scenes, or to have my actors dislike me. i also just love every movie he's made (that i've seen lol). him, Greta Gerwig, Wes Anderson and Jordan Peele are my 4 most favourite directors rn and i rlly look up to all of them

[@jds123187]

I absolutely love this movie. It is visually unique in all of the right ways. there have been so many attempts at comic adaptations and maybe it is because the source material is so well built, but he nailed the cast as well. Great video!

[@retroforager]

while yes there are a bunch of differences between movies and other media like books. comics and audio dramas, one thing i believe is that being a visual medium you should always strive for getting the best out of the visuals of your movie. whether it's wal to wall action and small details everywhere or even that your scene is blue because your character feels sad. which is why i absolutely love directors who utilize various visual techniques to add to the narrative of the movie. Edgar Wright probably gets it perfect the most but I also loved stuff like the man form UNCLE, the wachowski sister's Speedracer movie, Guy Richie's Sherlock movies and even Zack Snyder's work. It also gives these movies greater rewatchability, like Baby Driver. And we dont even need to get started on Wright's knack for visual comedy.

[@eko4749]

the way that every shot was a different cut made the movie feel so fresh and fluid. Like it was always moving in one direction

[@pinkpandamiranda]

I adored this movie growing up. I need to watch it again.

[@BlackAxon]

HUGE FAN OF EDGAR WRIGHT Also this was a unique idea for a video essay on him so well done on that big boy.

[@lin3378]

It sure is good. Not only when they are all friends with the director but also with each other and the crew. I once worked on a student film for a crash course and I remember that the both kids that had the role of the producer and of the director were having a rivalry since the one that got the producer role wanted the director role

[@MonsieurDrobot]

Omg the flashes during the hits is absolutely brilliant.

[@DerKiesch]

5:20 wtf? That cameraman! I didn't know they even float camerapeople sometimes XD That is awesome

[@genisay]

Probably why I loved Scott Pilgrim so much the first time I watched it, and still love watching it now and again when I get reminded of it. There was just so much to love. Like, I love how he even worked in different genres of games, like the Bass Battle and Sex Ba-bombs vs the Katayanagi Twins.

[@MoonFrogg]

great video! fun in professionalism is something that's vastly undervalued and I love how this video highlights that

[@UpstateBeard]

The incredible commentary, the old school all lower caps title? You just got a new subscriber.

[@CorbCorbin]

Excellent video and analysis Wright movies feel very much like the actors all love the characters they play. Wright reminded me of the way it felt watching Robert Rodriguez first few movies, then reading about, or watching commentaries and interviews, his book on how he did El Mariachi, etc. in how the collaborators spoke of him and the shoots. The Once Upon a Time in Mexico set, seemed like they were having a blast on. I know Depp did, as he got to play both a horrible killer, and also a character who does things to help the protagonist. Depp was just chewing up the scenery.

[@BunBurrow]

When I was really young, probably too young, I saw Shaun of the Dead, because I liked zombies, and I liked comedy, and had heard it would scratch both itches. Ever since, I have been a very avid fan of Edgar Wright. Something about his films had always made me feel this sense of wonder and joy that I could not pin down. I think this video captures what it is pretty well. Knowing that everyone involved loves what they're making, and how they're making it, would definitely create a better film overall. It's nice to know my favorite director is also just a great guy to be around. Wonderful video, thank you so much for making it.

[@jumbee9]

It's an absolute crime that Scott Pilgrim didn't do better in theaters.

[@Fakeaorta]

I was so glad I saw this on the big screen when it came out. It looked incredible!

[@gwendeseminat8r]

The best conclusion ever: the guy just wants to have fun

[@heavymetallabrat]

Spoilers.

[@PicoNico98]

Edgar has always been one of my favorite directors, it makes me really happy to hear he brings such a positive vibe to some of my favorite all time movies :)

[@Ohmargod]

DUUUUUUUDDDEEEEE! This was such a fun video to watch! Thank you. My appreciation for Scott Pilgrim vs the world grew by a hundredfold again. Like, sub and comment for you and your work. You've really made my day!!!

[@kalon_tu_amor]

i love the attention to detail wright had in this film! especially the no blinking in scenes (since comic characters dont blink) and the different angle in every shot!

[@larkspur1517]

edgar wright is easily one of my favorite directors of all time

[@McShavey]

I didn't realise he's made so many absolute bangers. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for anything Edgar Wright is involved in in future.

[@sophiaisabelle027]

We appreciate your insights on this matter. We will always support you no matter what.

[@ArcherGreen]

Really well put together video mate

[@MonsieurSansHonte]

We can only imagine what might have been if Marvel hadn’t lost Edgar Wright.

[@elijahalexander9335]

love something that makes me feel passionate about someone else's passion

[@SL4PSH0CK]

Edgar literally casted a cast for a family.

[@ultimatebishoujo29]

Oh yeah definitely

[@rogueguardian]

Edgar has easily become One of my all time favorite directors. He makes movies that are fun but he also knows how to create interesting characters for the audience to attach to. Can't wait to see what he makes next.

[@lastlife0726]

2:38 a lot of the stuff between Shelly Duvall and Kubrick has actually been debunked over the years. Apparently their relationship was more complicated. They'd have shouting matches but then cool off and play chess together. Then over the years stories of the shouting matches evolved to him abusing her, or him berating her, which according to her didn't reflect the dynamic between them at all.

[@ArnaudMations]

The reason why this is so good is because it’s like an action movie but with normal people

[@arcticfox3878]

Love how they subtitled Edgar speaking in case we couldn't understand British 🤣🤣

[@discomfortartist]

god I love this movie so much, Bryan’s such a nice guy he was the sweetest to meet in person and it’s so nice knowing there wasn’t some crazy twisted backstory to filming it

[@BigBellyBrookes]

I'm not the biggest fan of the film. I think it's right for some people, but it just doesn't strike a chord with me, unlike some of his other films, which I love. Still, I think it's perfect in it's own way. Nothing can really touch how precise Edgar's filmmaking is. Seeing the cast so happy, really makes me hope that if I ever get to direct with actors again, that I make the set as fun as he does. I have filmed quite a bit of myself and what I've realized in those moments is I love looking back and remembering how much fun I had with a detail that I think no one will ever care is there, but every time I go back to it, it is a snapshot of my personality at that time. I remember it much better when I laugh. I hope I can get to do that with some people soon. The writing process is so personal and emotional, and bringing these ideas to other people can feel so invasive at times, but making it is that beautiful collective experience that I really can't wait to be apart of again. Merry Christmas everyone! If you're a filmmaker out there, I wish for you more fun movies! Don't give up!

[@lynzxer021]

I absolutely loved this move. The cinematography was so refreshing and cool. I love every bit of it.

[@llamsog7]

Scott Pilgrim is my favorite movie (I was one of 5 people who saw it in theater) and its all because of Edgar Wright. Fantastic director and overall person!

[@zaydanabrahams5492]

Edgar Wright!!!

[@ffs6969f4u]

Of my top 10 list of favorite movies of all time, 3 of them are Edgar Wright films. Keep em comin', bud!

[@daninogil]

9:20 Except Last night in Soho but you know covid

[@LifesNeverHumDrum]

This video had me smiling the whole time, it’s just so wonderful to see people who enjoy what they’re doing, so much genuine passion and joy. I love it ❤

[@hunterchapman4699]

Edgar Wright is just the best director of the past 20 years There, I said it

[@davideberhardt6150]

He's definitely one of the most creative ones . In a world full of "by the numbers" movies and movie makers, that's certainly a unique selling point. Scott Pilgrim is a masterpiece. It's a great demonstration of what's technically possible (and why other movies are mostly tame, lame or outright boring, technically speaking)

[@brcalvin7]

Chris Evans mentioned in an interview a couple/few years back that the cast still occasionally talks to each other in an email chain. Imagine that; the casts STILL keeps up with each other years after a project. Really speaks to everyone involved in the film, especially Wright.

[@Avie-427]

3:55 Hey I edited that :3

[@MonkeyChatTV]

Friggin epic

[@SceneItReviews]

that's awesome - would've been a fun job!

[@Avie-427]

@@SceneItReviewsIt was a blast! Just getting to watch through all the raw footage was such a fun time!

[@mordaciousfilms]

This film came out when I was in high school - an alternative rocker dude who wanted to front a band - and it was a game-changer for me, a modern classic, a new favorite - a MASTERPIECE!!! Edgar Write is a genius, definitely one of those director who's deliberate in their output - not as FREQUENT but the QUALITY is better overall... and there is such a musical quality to his works that it works perfectly for the story beats of this film and the musical theme.

[@gringossa]

I love his work. It's the kind of movie (top secret is on that list too) that you're at home, got a lot of new options on streamming, but if it's on the list I'll watch it again, and again and again... and every time you found a new detail that you didn't catched last time.