Why HEAT (1995) is about the fear of human connection (Film Theory)

[@farzankheradmand531]

seen the HEAT more than 1000 times, no joking, its not a movie for me, its what calms my soul , its my refuge ,great insight bro

[@jackgalloway8314]

I think so too

[@GuineaPigEveryday]

I feel you, I remember watching it I think 5 times within a year or two, it got better every damn time, no film has ever had stronger ‘vibes’ than this one. Idk a better word for it, but the soundscape and visuals and characters and the sort of melancholic atmosphere of this world, where these men are sort of the last remnants of old cops vs robbers, in an ever changing world, and with them increasingly old and just being too old for this crap. With how tense this film is, its so melancholic and sad too, but somehow weirdly comforting in parts, Mann really made LA feel like this abstract limbo.

[@awFOQ]

you've walked out on 1000 things? wow... surprised you're able to keep count. GG!

[@RubexQewb]

I don’t watch the movie much but whenever I do , I get this weird nostalgic feeling and melancholy, maybe cuz I grew up in the 90s and it captures that 90s feeling perfectly even the score . Yeah , I guess you can say we got it way better cuz how much technology has evolved and other stuff but man the 90s were way more simple . I maybe have been a kid but even then I could tell how much more beautiful things looked . Idk how else to explain it lmao I feel the same way with some Nicolas cage films from the 90s

[@paulryan2128]

It's about the fear of human connection bro.

[@Gerickmb]

I just watched heat for the first time in a long time and then found this video. All I can say is WOW! I felt the pain of both Pacino and Deniros characters when it came to love and family.

[@BuckingHorse-Bull]

i am alone but i am not lonely

[@adedotunajibade]

I watched the film for the first time two months ago and got hooked to it. The characters, their performances, dialogue and score especially. I rewatch it, and I often learn something new. Brilliant commentary!

[@marcob2137]

The ending always makes me wanna cry. It cuts deep.

[@BuckingHorse-Bull]

that little wave she does to him is moving

[@maratonlegendelenemirei3352]

Nice. Seen this film scores of times but never thought of it this way! Subscribed!

[@nourisardardp]

Thanks for the sub!

[@seanez129]

Seen Heat over 10 times, a complete masterpiece .... you have to watch it a minimum of 5 times to fully understand characters.... top 10 movie ever

[@BuckingHorse-Bull]

i am alone but i am not lonely

[@_-4232]

The tone of the film is just perfection. A good score sets a good film from a great one.

[@MBLStacks]

My favourite movie. Awesome video and perspective, man.

[@2007zodiac]

clearly me commenting on this film, means it's my favourite film EVER!!!!.. but lets take a minute to applaud michael-manns use of music!!!!! the final scene over-scored by 'MOBY'S GOD MOVING OVER THE FACE OF WATERS is EPIC!!!..but that's his trade mark in films!!!.. shooting-scenes with fly-overs over citys, night-shots, stunning music, this film is for the Ages!!!!....

[@makingwaves1239]

This movies have so many plots, eastern eggs and different angles to watch things, that it is just as you discover something new each time you watch it. Great film!

[@Gabriel_Oliver]

Never seen your channel before but this is awesome, a phenomenal interpretation off a movie that is so much deeper then you'd first thing. Looking forward to seeing more

[@sole__doubt]

Collateral is very similar in that the action is really a distraction from the deeper themes.

[@anthonycook6613]

Put the names of the two main characters together, and you get "Vince Neil", the lead singer of Motley Crue. Coincidence? More seriously, this is a very on-point and concise analysis. Thank you for the video :-)

[@PipeDreamExtreme]

I believe this fear manifests itself in Tony Soprano as well. The criminal lifestyle, like in Heat, is one of loneliness and despair. It was the eventual downfall of DeNiro’s character and of Tony (depending on your interpretation of that ending). In his own words, it’s the life of a soldier.

[@greeneggsandham91]

I love how Deniro's death scene in Heat is so similar to Tom Cruise's death in Collateral.

[@generaldvw]

Wow...I always knew this...but not until this very moment. 👏... Fabulous analysis... Yes yes yes!

[@jamesmorgan3212]

Quite possibly my favorite movie of all time.

[@ahakangard]

Great commentary, I only dimly sensed that narrative upon watching the film for a third or fourth time

[@nourisardardp]

Thank you!

[@BrodoBaggins-5D]

Beautifully fitting commentary on this film! The ending scene is also reminiscent of Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island starring Toshiro Mifune as Musahi (1956). Thank you

[@evanbarnswell6250]

Excellent analysis! Keep creating.

[@successsystem2468]

Watched it 29 times in the cinema back in the day. Can you do a longer analysis of the whole film/themes? 👍

[@lucamaletti8958]

Agree with the rest of the comments, I see myself in your excellent analysis. Thank you! (subscribed)

[@tahy59]

Very insightful analysis brother. I appreciate the effor you put into this.

[@mi12386]

Thank you that was straight to the point. I love this film a lot

[@tonihughes6401]

The best movie ever made.

[@cjtyson5478]

This is a superb analysis my friend

[@Bruno-tm3xo]

All the people I ever let get near me, abused me in the end. Never again. I am much better off being alone

[@RichiesHouse]

This was Pacino and deniro top of their game built on all their previous movies . Both ex military characters just one with a badge . And both of them aren’t good or bad simply doing what they have to do . The Robber steals but simply wants the money but doesn’t want to hurt anyone but will only as last resort but without remorse . The cop enjoys the action but doesn’t want to go to prison so he uses his Job to blur the line to be violent but to still get paid to do it and not go to prison . They are the same man , but one chose the path of true freedom at the cost of losing his humanity. And if you think about it Pacino the cop loses his humanity , family seeking a legal form of violence. In the end they both have nobody but each other.

[@djwilliams1749]

Definitely about the fear of human connection...

[@artfasil]

Sometimes the only one that gets you/understands you is your nemesis, this is a common theme in history and life in general.

[@BK-rd7qp]

IF U have the 15th Anniversary (?) blu-ray, it has 4 or 5 1-hour featurettes on it that truly explains at length Michael Mann's vision & themes for the film from origin / inspiration to philosophy of the story. ALL very good. It is the all-time greatest crime drama heist film.

[@nourisardardp]

Need to check this out!

[@OrdnanceLab]

Great video and analysis.

[@freddiekarlsson5429]

Really interesting view, and something I never thought about in this amazing movie

[@Phractal]

Great analysis of this masterpiece

[@PropMoneyStacks]

I love the bank Robbery in heat with beat soundtrack after a heart beat,really gives you the feeling that if caught they will face prison for a long time.

[@stevenclark7409]

Excellent insight.

[@deniss.6205]

"In his job he is full of life"...or coke, lol.

[@sole__doubt]

In the screenplay Hanna is a coke addict but for some reason Mann chose to leave that out of the movie.

[@soubrajm8]

Exceptional bro. I loved your analysis brilliant intake.

[@garyjones9910]

Superb analysis

[@EntreePotato]

Good video man. Subscribed

[@RickO-pu6my]

Never seen your channel...great insight into this masterpiece (well, maybe masterpiece is a little strong, I always thought the daughter scenes were filler, and yes, I know it's Natalie Portman). That said, great job.

[@volkerw.]

Ah, the times when they still made really good movies in Hollywood... Today a movie like Heat, with strong male characters who can be role models, are not allowed by woke BS Hollywood anymore.

[@Shack263]

Kind of a stupid take. Heat isn't good because its protagonists are physically strong and capable men. Them being men does benefit the theme, since isolation and withdrawal from intimacy are seen as common (but negative) masculine traits in modern society, hence the tragedy of the film. But them being men in itself doesn't make the film. Plus, there are plenty of modern action flicks with strong male leads, such as the John Wick movies, Equaliser movies, Gray Man and whatever Jason Statham is doing. Most modern movies are mediocre, but I think it's down to the relentless pursuit of profit above creativity.

[@bennyfaziocriminalmastermind]

What’s it like having the brain of a dog

[@GudetamaEggson]

You got a new sub from this solid video.

[@nourisardardp]

Thank you!

[@RicoBanani]

Great take.

[@isaackmojica8302]

The only movie ending that geniunely makes me feel empty and full ...always tears of joy

[@zara1883]

Your analysis of this movie was excellent

[@sole__doubt]

Such a strange movie as the action is really just a distraction from the deeper themes.

[@camronchlarson3767]

For me, the action IS the juice

[@sole__doubt]

@@camronchlarson3767 Well played.

[@ericvincent4459]

never thought of it that way good job man

[@nourisardardp]

Thanks brother

[@pault1289]

I like this analysis of the final scene, I always felt it could be either who died and the other would behave the same. Did Mann kill the wrong character?

[@rjlicano]

My interpretation: movie was based on Musashis Dokkodo

[@MaximilienVignal]

Chills

[@kworyl6490]

Great analysis of a great film. Thank you sir 👍

[@bjarteenes8985]

its a good point you got there. Is it destiny? is it addiction? are we slaves of our own troublesome emotions? are we able to connect with others on a truly meaningful way? it is fascinating to see someone like Neal living after a code, but i will quote Anton Chigure in no conuntry for old man: "f the rule you followed brought you to this, of what use was the rule?"

[@the-anti-theist]

"In one of Hollywood's greatest scenes," thats what got me to subscribe to your channel, its too bad they can no longer make movies like this, but it was good run! Its also pretty surprising when you watch a movie and never once think of its true underlying message. Thanks for conveying it. Do realize that this movie never explains just how Wayngrow was able to make that call about the bank being hit. There is no possible way he could of known this information and thats the one thing I hate about this movie. There had to be some rat but it is never shown or explained who that person is. I asked Ai on this answer and they also agree there is no explanation on who the rat is!

[@nourisardardp]

Thanks man. Great perspective

[@josecitomdq23]

A great perspective, and also great speach, the pauses in your explanation only increases the value of your words. Congratulations

[@chadking375]

This lines up with the sequel novel btw.

[@Jimmy2time]

When you talk you should just show b roll from the movie. Seeing a human face right after dramatic scenes takes like 25 percent away from the shit you was building. Idk I’m stoned rn

[@Bronwyn-r1j]

🌋👻🌋

[@davidhunt3808]

Great movie!!!

[@BuckingHorse-Bull]

i am alone but i am not lonely

[@christophercohen8712]

Bullshit!!! This guy is … emotional !!!!! Heat is about bunch of people trying to make as much money as they could and retire period

[@whitegoliath]

shutup boomer, learn to look past your materialistic views

[@marcob2137]

Go watch Transformers or whatever!

[@christophercohen8712]

@@marcob2137 fear is human compaction? Ju an ur kind are emotionally unstable trying hard to make big deal out of nothing

[@silvypetrisor6979]

Pacino was high as a kite in this movie. That’s the only way you explain his crappy acting.

[@MrJackal43]

Great interpretation! 👍