Why WAVES Is A MASTERPIECE | Waves 2019 Movie Review (new A24 movie)

[@JOHN-rt7jk]

This movie is a masterpiece i would of love to gotten to see the daughter visiting her brother in jail and hear and see their conversation and interaction between each other same with the father

[@dimplebharti5704]

Me too.

[@princessmaevelasco3704]

Me too..

[@2buscuits]

The father’s character was so upsetting he never took full responsibility for what he did to his son. Even when he was trying to check in with the daughter he expressed his regrets but never came out and voiced how he pushed Tyler over the edge. That was unsettling.

[@RJ-qs6nm]

@@2buscuits because he's imperfect, because he's a human being. The father is not a bad guy. He pushed his son too much, yes, but in no way is that an excuse for the sons actions. The son isn't a bad guy either, he was lost and made a mistake that cost him everything. Same thing applies to people criticizing the second half because the daughter needs to find peace in a man.. If you haven't noticed, this is why the film is brilliant. None of the characters are necessarily good or bad, perfect or evil. They are simply human. It is a constant theme in the movie - there is a lot of pain and mistakes that happen in life which cannot necessarily be blamed on one sole person or reason. Things just happen. But in the words of the father, all we have is now.

[@monikaburgmann3302]

C r 40 2/3

[@Sam_Martyn]

so many Oscar worthy scenes in this film, literally the cast did phenomenal

[@shaeyager8165]

Agreed!

[@quetiimporta6174]

hell yeah, the argument scene in the car itself its a masterpiece

[@ErrolBarnes]

I was blown away. I cried like a baby for pretty much the entire last act of the movie.

[@sk8mafia214]

Especially that seen with that boy and his father, that, along with the music score in that scene

[@moej3911]

Myron Thomas I started crying when the father and daughter were fishing, something about that scene just felt... so real

[@dreamingofthemoon]

Samee

[@gabriellaberman]

I started crying not long after Emily met Luke. And then I literally didn’t stop until the credits finished

[@Subllama]

SAMEEEE I WAS CRGING SO MUCHH

[@PoSHEmediaglobal]

Tyler’s mum touched me so much. She loves him like her own son. You could feel her grief deeply 😢

[@nuhaakmel663]

he really is her own son

[@wnlaurent]

Can we mention how amazing the cast was in this film. It would not have had the impact emotionally without them!

[@sehraadahmeds1977]

Taylor Russell and sterling Kelly brown were legitimately amazing in this. I saw a scene when I was scrolling through channels and it captured me wholely. I was so entranced I went and looked up the entire movie lol.

[@lovelyman28]

I loved it. Wish it was being recognized more.

[@FilmSpeak]

Same...it’s truly disappointing but hopefully more people find it!

[@mariee_e]

It was too good

[@thenedsmmachannel8970]

I've been sharing this movie with everyone whenever I get the chance and everyone has loved it

[@dreamingofthemoon]

@@thenedsmmachannel8970 samee

[@Nana-qc3sd]

It is rn

[@shozart1]

Who recognized Tyler the creator IFHY in the background

[@arnav6808]

Senator Yoda who didn’t

[@drose141]

loved that scene cuz the music and the acting

[@yunasmile7545]

i was jamming to it while tyler was punching the wall LMAO

[@B727X]

Use normal acronym

[@B727X]

Tyler is one of tbe few speakers to fake instrument respect

[@larissa5934]

I literally saw a teaser of this movie and they had me with Godspeed. I don’t like to watch trailers because they often tell a lot, whilst I like to be surprised. This movie had me bawling every 5 minutes, it was so raw, every emotion I felt it. Literally Love translated with a fireass soundtrack.

[@CrushedLollipops]

my exact thoughts. godspeed really hits too haha

[@noise6327]

WHEN THE DAD FINNALY BROKE DOWN AND CRIED. I DID ALSO. FUCK IT

[@Yo_Bentley]

No mater how many times I watch this movie that part always gets me 😩

[@IAMNORRIN]

It gets me every damn time

[@littleunsteady8775]

When he said he had no one to talk to I broke down

[@keretaman]

Just watched Waves. Easily one of my favourite movies now.

[@noise6327]

Florida project was way better

[@noise6327]

@Ks cuz if they see Florida project then maby they will rethink the fav movue

[@ryanotoole1420]

Very tough watch but amazing film

[@FilmSpeak]

Yeah man, it's an emotional ride, but so beautiful. Absolutely love it.

[@lk-py6iz]

after tyler was sentanced, i cried every single time I saw emily.

[@camilylove]

same.

[@sk8mafia214]

I understand why he put that hospital scene in the film toward the end. Man, that scene hit me hard.

[@thebabyhumanist1964]

This is a perfectly, beautifully written review. "Waves" is both a traumatic experience and a healing one. I'm so glad I caught it on the big screen -- to be honest, there was a moment when the experience became so intense, I thought, "I can't do this" and nearly walked out of the theater. But luckily I didn't, because once the film had seared into me like a hot knife, it provided the balm I needed to heal from that very injury. And I'm pretty sure I'm seeing it again tomorrow. What I can't for the life of me understand is how it was completely passed over by the Academy. It should have been nominated in every category.

[@thefeels6848]

This is so beautifully said. I found myself pausing often not wanting to face the aftermath of the tragedy and then bracing myself to try to get through it. Then feeling optimistic about life all over again with certain scenes.

[@ethandenis2200]

this movie reminds me of euphoria so much, not just because it stares alexa demie, but rather because of the story telling, cinematography, cast and the all round pure and natural emotion both films gives off. sam levinston and trey edwards should really come together and put their ideas into one great piece of ground braking art

[@judescardan]

it’s made by the same people who made euphoria that’s why!!

[@dannyphantommm]

@@judescardan no its not

[@judescardan]

@@dannyphantommm yes it is 😭 google is free

[@jonate79]

I was so worried about the daughter in this movie. I was waiting on something horrific to happen to her.

[@sTeVe-vl3nh]

Me, too 😄

[@AndrewM-zv5no]

The whole movie was shot in my neighborhood Hollywood, Florida. I saw the hospital, clinic, streets, and even my own church in the movie. This movie is pretty true to life with the way people act and it goes unnoticed. Crime is pretty bad there. Overall, it is the most realistic view of the life and hardships of families.

[@mikecoxslong6429]

Ayee I’m from broward too! But I can’t find what beach they filled that beach bench scene at! If you know lmk bro

[@simonboccanegra3811]

My hunch is that this film will find its audience. It got lost at the end of the year, despite the good reviews, and needed awards attention it didn't get. But people will eventually see it and remember it. Shults is one of the children of those '70s New Hollywood filmmakers (Altman, Bogdanovich, Malick, Scorsese, Allen, Schrader, etc.), some of whom are gone now, others still with us but with more behind than ahead. It's great to see talented young men and women tending the flame in their different ways, telling stories about complicated people.

[@thehybridedits]

you were right. I finally decided to watch it, and it was huuuuge for me. especially right now in my life. if i had watched it any sooner it wouldn't have hit me the same

[@tonywords6713]

he mentored under malick! i love the altman comparison. i would also add his visuals have an expert kubrick flare. Waves reminded me of a more competent, sincere Gaspar Noe film

[@R0XyM0h]

@@tonywords6713 you're so right about the Noe resemblance in some of his shots specially the dark ones or with red and purple and the strobes and the rotating camera i just love that he copies a bit from the great ones

[@johnstampp5726]

I am not sure movies of this nature will get the kind of attention it deserves. The reason is quite simple; where humanity are righr now, does not enjoy looking in the mirror and seeing its true reflection.

[@guyguy6496]

It’s been found

[@Threeofteeth]

I can’t put into words the way this movie made me feel. It was beautiful

[@TheMartymcfly1985]

I just went to my local cinema to see this , I watched trailer didn't know alot of the plot but I was drawn by it. It's emotional and moving and as I left the cinema I was numb and for many hours after too. An incredible story with so much significance. Thank you for the review , I'm just searching for others who I can identity with after seeing this excellent film....

[@mikefreaz]

This film is pure magic. So immersive, so beautiful, so emotionally powerful. I loved every frame! Everyone should see this!

[@thestonedhokage9878]

The sound track is fucking Amazing

[@thedarkknight1532]

I watched the film recently and you echo my thoughts almost exactly. It had been quite a while since a movie just completely immersed me. I wasn’t concerned with how much time was left, I wasn’t squirming in my seat. I was just locked in from beginning to end. This film truly is a masterpiece and it saddens me to no end that more people don’t know about it.

[@No_Name6970]

I realized why it was called waves because my emotions went up and down like waves watching this movie 😭😭😭

[@paynraven2823]

this is easily in my top 5 of the year, its such a powerful and emotional movie and this essay is great, maybe you can do more in the future?

[@FilmSpeak]

Hell yes! And i usually try to do at least one per year for a film that’s moved me in a particular way. I would like to do more videos such as this but they’re just time consuming and sometimes I don’t have the time to devote to these. That being said I’m hoping to do more in the future!

[@mimi.w667]

What are the other 4?

[@paynraven2823]

@@mimi.w667 Parasite, The lighthouse, Portrait of a Lady on Fire and Marriage Story

[@dylana1902]

coming to this 4 years late, waves is still generational and i feel represents a lot of teenager's struggles of our generation. Instantly one of my favourites..

[@dannyboy3868]

I absolutely loved this film! It was therapeutic in many ways, I cried like six times throughout but went out of the theater with a smile and a deep satisfaction. Like it was able to break my heart and then glue it back together with a lesson about compassion and forgiveness. I agree with you, it’s unlike anything I’ve experienced before. Great review and analysis!

[@chillbobaggins4632]

Just saw it, tremendous film. And it was only Shult's third! He is off to a fabulous start. I very much look forward to his next project.

[@zaneanderson5089]

One of the best acted films I have ever seen. I was trying to convince myself that that the two actors during the fishing scene were actually acting. Felt so real.

[@javierfavela425]

Even the end credits had me , you hear Tyler and Alexis saying “I love you” to one another

[@mariee_e]

The shots here were so beautiful

[@MartialArtsCat101]

Fantastic review for a fantastic movie. A24's nurturing of these talented directors is resulting in more and more gems like Waves. I watched this with friends one night and we couldn't stop crying.

[@VatnikSlayer2799]

Thank you for your research on this masterpiece. This is an astounding review on an exceptional film.

[@FilmSpeak]

Thanks you! and thanks for sharing your incredible story in the comments in the community post!

[@VatnikSlayer2799]

@@FilmSpeak My pleasure Griffin. This film was so relatable as someone that has had experience with substance abuse and making poor decisions in my youth. I just pre-ordered the digital version on Amazon but haven't seen an official date for it's release on either that or Blu Ray as of yet.

[@Holly.amorouss]

Im glad this exists and you put my thoughts into words so well. 10 years ago I lost my dad in a similar way to events that happen in the film, and I've never been so moved and profoundly touched emotionally. I was so shocked and initially reluctant to allow the feelings to manifest but the film filled me with them and allowed me to feel them and I walked out feeling so ...cleansed? this isn't a film, its a therapy session and, for me anyway, it transcends anything I've seen before

[@rinhanzo08]

This film was just something else, high key this review is really accurate. Waves is such a story about how one tragic incident can do to one or a family. Every member of that family, in their stories, can be very relatable in a way. It has been about two years since I seen Waves, but I do remember that last act made me weep. This was a good film. #A24 #Waves

[@cainfuni5331]

I think the unironic and sincere use of bible quotes in key moments of the film (sermon at the begining - conclusion of the conversation between father and daughter) really needs to be mentioned. It really reenforces, why people do lead a life in faith, which is so often covered up in politics and hatred, forgetting what it can do and mean to people. This is rarely ever shown realistically in movies sadly.

[@pastorsinho]

"Histories that are so honest and human " that's exactly what I felt when watched waves.

[@kartierhome7483]

Beautiful movie... So real cried alot it's sad to see how a bad decision can affect your entire life... he had a beautiful gf family and baby on the way and he lost it all in a blink of an eye I felt for him in a way but he did what he did and he had to face the consequences it's really hurtful... his little sister was so hurt you could really see throughout the whole movie it just shows me as an older sibling how your decisions can affect your younger siblings and changes their life forever alot of good things to take home and lessons alot of pain but definitely alot lessons

[@xEC292]

Great video, I needed someone to put words on what I just experienced, thanks ! It was one of my greatest cinematic experiences of all time, it really broke my heart into a million pieces

[@bcs123sherwood]

this movie is unimaginably great

[@xramergaming6350]

Saw it back in October at PFF and haven’t stopped thinking about it since.

[@FilmSpeak]

Yeah it’s one that’ll really stick with ya

[@J2tallrich]

Just finished it and it’s beyond words this movie destroyed me truly a masterpiece

[@logan5429]

Short answer: everything A24 makes is a masterpiece

[@jonathanrios6586]

I saw this movie 4 times in theaters and the guy who bought the tickets from asked me “ if I was okay”

[@paulw.4528]

Amazing how the way the daughter rides the bicycle throughout the film says so much without saying a word

[@cinemalights2625]

The structure was inspired by Wong Kar Wai’s Chungking Express and even included “What a Difference a Day Makes” from it as an homage. That makes me love Waves even more. Both are masterpieces.

[@bradwoods371]

The cinematography is something else. The soundtrack was a perfect 2010s nostalgia trip.

[@charlieblfa9303]

this movie was incredible. I was totally enamoured with the soundtrack; it felt so nice to hear songs I know and love in such a great movie like this one. really drives the experience home (especially with all the tracks from endless and blond)

[@JamesMyTvJames]

I agree with everything you said! I felt like my emotions were assaulted by this movie but I was happy about it! I need to recover before I can see it again though hahah

[@swapnilyadav5492]

The Music in this movie man. The music.

[@denisereneesnipes7774]

This movie is so emotional!!! Such a great film, I felt every emotion and it grabbed my heart. 🥺😞😩♥️ Everyone played their part so great... I wanted more!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@dmarletta]

This is an excellent review! And I couldn't agree more with your opinion of this film. One of my favorites in years, really hits you in the feels. And probably the best soundtrack of all time in a film. With some of my favorite artists! Hope it gets more recognition because it deserves. A24 once again nailed it as they always do. This is one of their best films they put out. Really excited for Trey Edward Shults next project.

[@sk8mafia214]

Thanks for posting this video. This film has stuck with me more than any other film that came out last year, that’s for sure.

[@TopFlightSecurity415]

the movie punched me right in the gut at the middle smh

[@cjisrael901]

I love this film so much and I really love and appreciate this review. I did not know about all that went into making this amazing movie, like how he used his own experiences as well as some of the actors personal experiences and incorporated into the movie. Incorporating all those different perspectives is so difficult but pays off so well as this movie is just real and authentic and beautiful. The movie inspires, starts conversation and just moves you. I did not expect to love this movie as much as I did, and still do, as I continue to watch it over and over again.

[@kirstikaptein5909]

I can’t help but compare this movie to Moonlight. I know they are two very different stories but I feel like they’re similar in that they both explored childhood trauma and tragedy. Idk why but Moonlight spoke to me way more than Waves... something about the direct and specific follow through with the characters. I kept feeling like I didn’t know the full emotional and motivational story of what each character was going through in Waves as many scenes built conflict and then just cut to another scene without (or with delayed) explanations of how the friends and family were effected...

[@nimloc1670]

I was also reminded of Moonlight, glad I wasn't the only one

[@Marvelman73]

Found your video wanting to relive that final scene of (literally) my favorite movie. Your demonetization was worth it because True Love Waits is what I was searching for. I’ll be subbing - you hit so many of the points that make me love this film, Trey, and Kelvin. 👏🏾

[@luvripz122]

everything about this film is so perfect and so so real. from the music and the way that when they are sleeping the phone is on the charger, even the tiny moment when the dad was playing with the cat even that was insanely good. don't even get me started with the music the music is so perfect its hard to believe a film could be so beautiful. the aspect ratio makes it feel so personal and honestly i don't think ill ever feel this way about a film ever again. IFHY by tyler playing while he rages after the words "its over" is something ive done and i could feel it i could really feel it. oh and ITS SHOT IN MIAMI ???!! its so real. so fuking real.

[@luvripz122]

AND THE USE OF FRANK OCEAN? TREY EDWARD KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING HE GETS IT, HE UNDERSTANDS IT!!!!!! trey i love you for making this film.

[@luvripz122]

one more thing... AND SZA???????? i thought to myself "sza song would be nice in this" and then he did it, trey thought of everything.

[@mrultra6655]

I cried so much. Just finished watching

[@marcelogarciagonzalez9984]

This movie changed how I see life.

[@ch9mpion]

forreal

[@wesleygriffiths8496]

Jesus Christ is real! He is God

[@visorah9299]

this film deserves so much more recognition, but i'm sure it will be remembered

[@MattDraper]

Haven't seen the film yet, but this is such a great analysis even without having experienced it. Love this!

[@FilmSpeak]

Thanks Matt! Really appreciate that. You gotta check the film out when you can!

[@coreycasciano3255]

The cinematography for this movie is mesmerizing

[@kareemkabsha6175]

The most underrated part of this film is the soundtrack, I really enjoyed the music in this movie

[@yangclub3167]

Esta película merecía más reconocimiento, me dejo un sentimiento confuso de vacío y tristeza porque es cierta parte siento que toca temas que casi la mayoría ha pasado, y ni que hablar del casting, sinceramente una obra de arte

[@gunthersam4365]

One of my favorite parts of the movie is how songs from ENDLESS are scattered throughout

[@arthurcooperman3106]

I stg this movie made me cry my eyes out. So sad yet equally beautiful. Everything about this movie was incredible.

[@Validartwork]

One of my favorite films of 2019

[@traceyg3714]

I just watched this movie and I liked it the first half more than the 2nd but a really good movie I am really loving Kelvin Harrison Jr his selection of TV and movies will definitely get him an Oscar soon.imo though I do pick LUCE over Waves both phenomenal movies with great messages

[@2buscuits]

I have to see LUCE

[@TheNocturnalLogician]

This and "The High Note" were surprisingly good, to someone who was first initiated by Waves, then saw Harrison in "The High Note", and damn is he an amazing singer! 🤯 Between this and the the other film, I definitely want to see him in more. And of course I'm going to keep an eye out for more from Shults.

[@2buscuits]

This film is truly a masterpiece. I can’t think of another way to describe this film.

[@dford145]

I first saw krisha in a New York movie theater and it blew my mind. I knew this guy was going to be the next director to see

[@theofficialbigmood8180]

I’ve come accustomed to sitting texting and watching a movie or doing something else whiles watching a movie. But Waves had me hooked and at full attention the full movie. Great work guys, from the cast, director, producers. The whole team did a great job. This film is literally the 21st century classic

[@mervynntagwabira2677]

hands down one of my favorite movies of all time. It's so well thought of and directed, it is truly a masterpiece.

[@simonmaurer7116]

Couldn’t have said it better myself. While watching this movie i was amazed by how real every situation felt and also by all the film techniques used.

[@yidiayahbox817]

Hey! Loved this. Could you possibly caption your videos in the future? It would helpful a lot for not only me but people who are hard of hearing

[@theofficialchriscraig]

Oh my God. This movie hit my core on that second half. I literally jolted and reeled over at what was coming. Damn. So good 👍🏽

[@thetyshawnworld]

i would’ve liked to see them expand on emily & tyler’s closeness as siblings

[@rupman27isback]

Just saw this movie last night!! Gosh, this movie was sooo damn good.. this is what you call a realiatic and raw film. Btw be sure to check out "Men, women & children" if you haven't. Very similar type of film. 👍 Btw amazing job with the review. Great job man.

[@TwelveK]

Great video essay, this film was amazing.

[@FilmSpeak]

Thanks so much!

[@oliviar6912]

This inspired me to check it out! I hope more people find your video :)

[@FilmSpeak]

Thank you so much! This is exactly why I wanted to make the video so I’m thrilled you feel encouraged to check out the film.

[@darraghmaguire8556]

You deserve way more subscribers, this video essay was phenomenal you did an amazing job!

[@julianaheneka9504]

I cried nonstop for the entire second half of the movie

[@atashaterrelonge451]

The movie was amazing. I cried so many times during this movie. It really shows you how one decision can change your entire life.

[@realSimoneCherie]

Watched it before bed and went to bed crying Woke up trying not to cry again over my coffee

[@pasqualified]

I wept, it was an extremely powerful film.

[@seraph511]

(mild spoiler) I did not have any empathy for the son Tyler in the family. Especially when he told his gf he'll listen without getting mad, my ex used to do that ALL the time and he would get so mad at me, and the inconsistency of the son just reminded me so much of my ex and I did not get why he doesn't just be fucking honest with himself and with the people around him. I loved the sister so much. she did not deserve all the shit and i'm glad that she got a happy hopeful future ending. and I liked the scene where the dad says don't hold on to all that hate. I also hold a lot of hate towards my brother, and his deeds in the past, and though I have a distant relationship to both of my parents, still felt like maybe somewhere they would want me to not hold on to hate either. I liked the movie overall but damn Tyler just be like the smallest bit considerate or mature oh my god. obviously I'm biased but oh my GOD

[@2buscuits]

The son was a product of the controlling, bullying father. Tyler was experiencing insurmountable pressure. I cried for him. Say a prayer for people like that because they are hurting and they hurt others.

[@2buscuits]

I feel your pain.

[@LB_03]

NGL i watched this film because i was always told that the soundtrack is phenomenal. Now im so glad i watched this masterpiece

[@ioanamariagrecu4881]

Thanks for putting into words how this movie made me feel

[@coreycasciano3255]

I gotta check this out, as much hate that It Comes At Night got for its overall false advertising I still loved the movie and the acting was really good too

[@kierrrrsten0520]

I just watched it in the movies in Japan I absolutely loved it but my friends said it was long and boring

[@officialsamlittle]

I watched this movie this time last year, and I DIDN'T LIKE, because I thought it was going to be something totally different, weeks later and still couldn't stop thinking about it... watched it again. Masterpiece is the best way to describe this, I still think about it every now and then... yep I'm gonna go watch it again

[@RADFLIKINCRRQT13]

Watched Waves last night and did enjoy it, however it did feel quite long to me and i think it could have benefited from being trimmed down a bit. At a certain point it just felt drawn out and i had endured enough ice bucket splashes of emotion and wanted some more from the story. After hearing that Trey Edward Shults pieced together his own life experiences and allowed cast members to tack on their own, it makes sense why to me the film felt like an emotional collage but also too bunched together and unnecessarily lengthy. Waves story structure resembles Derek Cianfrance's "the place beyond the pines" in where the main character is swiftly removed from the story, mid movie and we're introduced to a new lead as the story completely evolves into something new. But i felt "place beyond the pines" had a better story, charcters and was more than just a barrage of feeling. All in all, i did enjoy Waves, the acting, the camera work and it's themes but a bit more time in the editing room could have helped

[@essel23fly]

I agree. It’s a great movie but pacing is an issue and I think that’s what’s kept it from being perfect. Everything in it makes sense though but the drawn out parts really stick out. Also what would have helped is introducing the sister a bit better in the first half so we’re not left saying oh ok now it’s a movie about her. Because we barely got to know her.

[@cocanoharevan736]

I agree, trimming it down and adding a little more depth to the sister and family would help the movie a bit

[@sk8mafia214]

Liked, Trent Reznor score for this film

[@loveafrica97]

Literally it just felt so real.. it felt like life..

[@michaelacollins1649]

Honestly this one was way better than Moonlight i loved this movie

[@sTeVe-vl3nh]

Wow, that touched deep. Just wanted to hug my family ❤️

[@SuperMoviespot]

Saw this a month ago right before it left theaters and I absolutely agree with everything you said: incredible movie that completely flattened me emotionally and has stuck with me ever since I saw it. Such a travesty that more people didn’t check this one out.

[@LowercaseKev]

Love the movie. One of the only movies that had me yelling at the screen about the brother. And that party scene where the sister looks at he brother man I was fully invested in the whole dang family

[@jordandupreez1488]

im gonna watch it rn for the 17th time,love it