Y2K - Review

Kyle Mooney makes his directorial debut in this techno horror-comedy as a group of teens fight for survival at the dawn of the 21st century.
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[@ShaneRob93]

I used to have a mug that said "I Survived Y2K" on it. I miss that cup, think I'll miss this movie too.

[@TheMerlotLine]

Good one! 😆

[@SoapworthyProductions]

It was laugh out loud funny, you'd be missing out imo

[@thedudeabides3138]

One of the biggest reasons I love your reviews Dan is because you never HATE on things (extremely rare exceptions notwithstanding! - hey, you’re human like the rest of us 😉), you always reason your criticisms with clear, mature, critical thinking…and it’s genuinely so refreshing when evisceration is the internet mainstay.

[@DanMurrellMovies]

Thanks so much - I wish the audience was as big for what I do, but I appreciate that you appreciate it.

[@wesstapley]

@@DanMurrellMoviesI am reminded often that nuance finds no quarter anywhere. Thanks for fighting the good fight.

[@Vulcanerd]

Precisely this. People can like and dislike what they want (and even for “no reason” so to speak), but Dan is articulate about why he likes or dislikes a piece of film without the vitriol which is, as you put it, refreshing in a place that so seems to thrive on it.

[@TimSeraphiel]

People forget that during 1999 the IT guys around the world patched everything so Y2K wouldn't be an issue. I was one of those guys.

[@Oetam8566]

That's how we got Office Space haha

[@andrew4233th]

Jeremy Jahns and Dan pulling basically the same face on the thumbnails 😂

[@LexisReadz]

Beat me to this comment 🤣🤣

[@Oetam8566]

Too true lol

[@rochesterproducers8847]

Gonna party like I did on Y2K by rewatching the lobby scene from The Matrix on DVD over and over and over and over and over.

[@CoryJohnson0424]

Lol! That was the scene that my brother always used to show off his surround sound system.

[@TheFirefox]

I feel seen.

[@wemartin12]

You had a DVD player in '99? Look at the rich guy over here.

[@heynonnymouse9431]

It says something that I immediately recognized the "popular late 90s band" frontman from his blurred pic 1:12

[@MISSMARAJ]

Me toooooo lol !!! F*** D***t

[@ChrisSears_KY]

The aspect of this movie that makes me feel old is that the cast are all very close to my oldest son's age.

[@datkiddtho]

seeing you and jeremy jahn’s review of this movie on my youtube timeline back to back while making the same exact face made me laugh so hard

[@colleen4ever]

Don't either one of you change! You're both great. I'm hoping to see a team up with both of you.

[@paradisecity0406able]

I can't believe Blumhouse didn't produce this movie

[@Pentaholic88]

Yeah this feels more Blumhouse than A24

[@anubusx]

The Simpsons Halloween did this.

[@StevenE-l9y]

Yes, this might be the worst movie A24 has ever produced. While I understand that not everyone is a fan of A24's work, I’ve always admired their higher standards and artistic vision, especially compared to Blumhouse, which often feels like it operates with minimal standards. This film, however, felt incredibly cheap and uninspired-so much so that if I hadn’t known it was from A24, I would never have guessed it.

[@UnboxingAlyss]

@@Pentaholic88 This was how I felt about Bodies Bodies Bodies, which was produced by A24, but felt like a Blumhouse film when I saw the trailer. It was a much xmarter film than this, though.

[@rafterscott]

To stay spoiler free I'll just say I'm middle-finger guy at the end of the film. We shot in the Maplewood NJ area back in May of last year for 2 days and as a lower budget film it was a really good experience. You never know what to expect in cases like this but crew and cast legit enjoyed being there despite the overnight shoots we had to do and Rachel Zegler & Jaeden Martell were 100% chill. Plus my wife still uses the A24 water bottle they gave us.

[@SoapworthyProductions]

I don't remember a middle finger guy at the end of the film? In the school?

[@rafterscott]

@@SoapworthyProductions Hey, yes it was at the end of the film. I haven't seen the film yet but have had people say they saw it (without knowing I was there).

[@SoapworthyProductions]

@@rafterscott I'll have to pay attention for that when it comes to steaming and I watch again

[@sway6718]

I tell you what, Mr. Murrell. That opening joke was a Y2-yay!

[@mainchannel1566]

DMs on social media are just a return to Instant Messaging.

[@emanuellawton7942]

It looks like the mysterious lead singer of a band '90s might be Fred Durst.

[@jbearclowater]

It's so weird to me that we've gone from 80's nostalgia just in the last 10-15 years with stuff like Stranger Things, to Y2K nostalgia.

[@Hideotronic]

Everyone who grew up in the 80s had a chance to capitalize on their own nostalgia, I’ve been of the belief that the 90s have been back for a while now cause now everyone who grew up in the 90s is making movies and media now

[@TimothyCHenderson]

There's a 20 and 30 year nostalgia cycle. That's why you have a mix of 90's and y2k aesthetics at the moment.

[@GrosvnerMcaffrey]

In the 80s 50s nostalgia was a thing. Everything goes in cycles in 2030 2010 will be nostalgic

[@Kel_Varnsen]

The 90s had a 70s popularity resurgence with the return of bell bottoms and tie dye shirts.

[@GrosvnerMcaffrey]

@@Kel_Varnsen "K Billy's super sounds of the 70s keeps on trucking"

[@awkwardaquamarine19]

As someone who was a freshman in college and a Computer Science major, Y2K was a real thing that filled me and my fellow students with anxiety. But as soon as the clock in our computers ticked to Jan. 1, 2000 and nothing happened, we sighed collectively in relief and went to class like nothing happened. Life moved on. Anyway, I will not watch this movie even for nostalgia. Thanks, Dan!

[@txdang2009]

i was a junior, but yeah felt the same thing

[@Pokemonashgreen2]

I laughed a little at my showing, and I was 4 years old were the Y2K bug was going on. My parents remember it. All the 90s easter eggs were great.

[@BoredandDumb]

The only thing I remember from 99 is I was 25 and working at sears warehouse, I did too much acid, weed and alcohol after I turned 21

[@danalmont8340]

Kyle Mooney is the biggest mystery in show business

[@lokuzt]

hey Dan! on a completely unrelated note, on RLM's last video (Galaxy Quest Review) Jack Quaid namedrops the "Never Surrender" documentary :)

[@joelanthonylim6792]

Reminds me of Jesse Eisenberg's directorial debut last year which was trashed by critics including Dan and then he pulled off A Real Pain this year which was praised by critics including Dan. I do hope Kyle Mooney's next projects are a lot better and he finds his groove.

[@MysteryMii]

Had this been made 5 or 6 years ago, this would have likely been the type of A24 film that was dumped onto VOD alongside an extremely limited theatrical run with little marketing.

[@ммм-м1ч]

Если бы этот фильм сняли в 99 или 200x он может имел бы успех, но снять это sheet в 202х

[@garyb9167]

maximum overdrive set to the milenium bug

[@duanein3d]

LMAO your thumbnail was the first bit of reaction I’ve seen for this movie and I said “AWWWW” 🤣🤣🤣

[@jim1242]

There was a screen junkies movie fight based on this premise, where each figher had to pitch a Y2k movie. It was during a 1999 themed episide. The pitches sound like they were better than this movie..

[@mattjazzfan2288]

This seems like a completely missed opportunity to make a charming comedy drama similar to Dazed and Confused but set in the late 90’s

[@RichardBarron_]

My Age Too. I remember that night too. Too bad it wasn’t smash mouth. I was wearing one of those Old Navy Fleece Vest

[@HeadCannonPrime]

This reminds me of American Pie in that when it came out i was EXACTLY at that age at the time.

[@hayden14044]

Dan roasting himself at the beginning is very relatable. I also had a lot of uneventful new years.

[@HariOmRadhaKrishna]

Y2K seems like it will have a Yoga Hosers vibe/tone. Which I think is a good thing.

[@JROTCBALL]

I got a free ticket through my A24 n AMC a list memberships, so I’m gonna check it out tomorrow n looking forward to it

[@SoapworthyProductions]

Was hilarious to me! I laughed out loud numerous times

[@RichardBarron_]

Also I don’t remember ‘oh snap’ being a thing back then.

[@gunny2353]

It wasn’t

[@chloeclarke9495]

Where was the promo for this movie? I saw the trailer when it came out and now it’s out this weekend?

[@licechrispies]

It has a cool iMac-inspired popcorn bucket 😅

[@jim1242]

Maybe the studio didnt want to bring to the audiance's attention that Rachel Zegler is in this movie..

[@chloeclarke9495]

@@licechrispies I saw and it’s amazing!

[@yukijadenfilms3425]

My theatre was pretty quiet once the comedic relief character left. I did like the little Tim & Eric reference though.

[@SoapworthyProductions]

What reference to Tim and Eric? I missed that. I know Tim is in the movie but did they reference the show?

[@vtrip_]

i grew up in Orange County California. and when the movie Orange County came out i was so hyped to see it. and was really disappointed because it had nothing to do with the OC. I was 17 in 1999, and I think this movie is going to be similar. it doesnt seem like an A24 production either. it seems like a movie that should go straight to Netflix. yeah ill wait for streaming for this one.

[@jasonraschen1109]

That's too bad. Like you mentioned, it's A24 so I had high hopes for this one. Thank you for this review Dan! Hope you are having an awesome weekend!

[@midnightjay1343]

Until you said “y2k releases a machine takeover” the plot sounded exactly like Superbad lol

[@LungsOutJem]

What I dislike most about this movie is that it's going to embolden all the younglings out there that genuinely believe Y2K wasn't actually a potential trajedy that was prevented by hundreds of specialists working thousands of hours.

[@JohnnyNada]

It was always a nothing burger. Relax and watch it and have fun

[@josephfaifer]

Omg just don’t let your kids or whatever you have watch it 😒

[@DugTheDog]

Didn't know about this one until right now. Was kind of somewhat mildly interested up until you mentioned Zegler. So, yeah, that's a nope for me and I was a teenager back in 2000 as well.

[@morethan1]

I'm a younger millennial and my husband is a cuspie. We really enjoyed the second half of the movie. Not much in the way of laughs or suspense in the beginning, but after they left the old factory we started really enjoying how goofy it was

[@alexceja4473]

This is his second movie, first movie was Brigsby Bear

[@DanMurrellMovies]

He didn't direct Brigsby Bear, he co-wrote it. This is his first film as director. I mentioned this in the video.

[@carlswicegood4519]

I have the video I took at my parents house that night at midnight I hit the breaker so everything went off at the stroke of midnight

[@ellicel]

I really enjoyed Kyle’s work on SNL. I hope he’s able to refine his post-SNL projects and finds his groove.

[@TheGhostComputer]

Saw a screener of this and it was so much funnier than I thought it would be. Also Rachel Ziggler is way more funny and charismatic than her bizarre interviews about Snow White would have you believe. This is a meta modern film that is heavy with absurdist humor and situations. If that sounds good then you should see it.

[@SoapworthyProductions]

Totally! I loved it. Hilarious and laughed out loud numerous times. Can't wait to watch again!

[@aliali-ce3yf]

if direct to dvd discount bins at walmart were still a thing, this movie would be in there

[@O1993-f8u]

I was born in the 93. I have some nostalgia for the late 90’s but I doubt this movie would scratch that itch. You’re probably right about the age group for this movie. Watching the trailer in theaters, I’ve overheard people asking why is this coming out now? It could be mildly interesting to see what the box office for this is.

[@thomasduncan5522]

I loved it. Instant stoner comedy classic. People typically don’t get these movies initially.

[@jacquescote3903]

Maybe i’ve just missed true comedies at the movie theater but I absolutely loved this! My roommates and I are all after Y2K but we were cracking up a ton. We had a blast and I personally hope people show up for this

[@motherplayer]

As they say, comedy is subjective. I'll give it an "A" for effort, but got to be more choosy about what one watches with the prices these days, so I'll wait til home release.

[@benzaiten933]

Kyle Mooney directed this? good to hear from him, it's gotten quiet after he left SNL.

[@SoulCasta]

I've never heard of this movie. I lived through Y2K... and after reading/hearing the premise of this movie... I don't recall ever having that thought 😂, but I guess that the joke? 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@VivaciousOM]

Dan, I hope you review Flow. It was so gorgeous and heartwarming, as well as heart pounding at times. I’m still thinking about it long after seeing it.

[@labor_mel]

since we're talking about the reasons we love dan in the comments, for me it was the coverage of the strikes. Like I feel better watching his reviews knowing he actually understands the other sides of the industry as well

[@carlosmontelongo6800]

I've been divorced and in prison twice and one of the worst mistakes I ever made in my life was wasting my time watching this movie hands down.

[@edwardscales5503]

Less maximum overdrive! And more Minimum Granny Gear!

[@toyosibee.mp3]

While watching this, I couldn't stop thinking of Bottoms, at least in terms of cast....it's probably because this is Mooney's first time directing a feature, but I really felt the Comedic Gap between some members of the cast and others. Julian Dennison stole every scene he was in!!

[@LaurenTheorist]

I was born January 18th, 2000. I am 24 and Y2K happened before I was born.

[@theadskipper2928]

I think it’s an oddly specific period satire Of satire movies we would make in that era .. IE: “Scary movie”

[@limberlad]

Movie might not be great, but I really gotta give it to the poster designer. They really captured that late 90s schlocky horror poster aesthetic.

[@bphifer]

Admittedly this is not a good movie, but I enjoyed it. My least favorite parts were scenes with Kyle Mooney

[@nathanfyfe1169]

No idea why I remember this, but an old movie fight question was to do with making the perfect 2000 movie. I think Joe did a movie about y2k where Tom green is part of a team to hack the world and save it from Y2K. Stuck with me because I wish that film got made 😂

[@ParagonFreskoNELA]

I actually liked this Movie ALOT... Mainly because I was 18 and in HS during Y2K... I was also at a Party alot like this that night... I also remember all the groups there... The Stoner Hip Hopers (My Group) The Rap Metal Skate kids, The Jocks, The Ravers, And The Swing Kids... The only thing missing at the party I was at was the Cholos (Ese's) & The Rebels (Another late 90s style that was big in the Latino Community) I also Related alot to The Underground Hop Kid... I rapped just like him in HS and hated on Most Mainstream Music just like he did

[@HorseJoint]

5:34. Wow. Didn’t know that

[@cadburyexeggcute]

caught it the other day and yeah.. was expecting to like it based on liking the stuff it tried to emulate and came out bummed, some fun in there tho

[@iwilder94]

I didn't think this was amazing, but I had a fun time with it. There were a few jokes that had me cackling

[@nicolasmoyano_]

Great review!

[@rmarkley79]

Sounds like a crappier Maximum Overdrive, even though I have fun with that one every time I watch it.

[@HeadCannonPrime]

I think Mooney might be the next Jon Favreau when he gets a few more movies in. A director that doesn't really blow your mind but delivers a competent story. He is never going to be a Christopher Nolan or Scorsese.

[@james.b.mcgill]

Have you seen the early a24 spy comedy movie with Hailey Steinfeld and Samuel Jackson? That is another a24 movie that does not live up to the pedigree of the rest of their films.

[@Weaponator18]

While i enjoyed it enough, i feel like they kinda squandered their lead duo. The two lead friends had such a viberant friendship that i wish we got more of. I wish it was more of a superbad than a horror comedy.

[@gemmachaos]

I wonder who that frontman from that popular band could be...

[@CoryJohnson0424]

I've gotta admit, seeing that AOL interface triggered some deep repressed nostalgia in me.

[@Hu...R-U2024]

I was 34 during Y2K..... 1:20

[@SoapworthyProductions]

I personally thought it was hilarious and made me laugh out loud numerous times. So did the rest of the audience in the theater. I digged all the nostalgia. I was a freshman in HS in 1999 and went to a big party. The power went out at 11:50 PM in Molly's neighborhood. We thought Y2K was real lol but it came back on around 11:55 and we got to de the ball drop and nothing else happened. Great movie, will definitely watch again!

[@TVandManga]

Great video Dan!

[@MondayMorningLiveZ]

Man, I'll support even a mediocre comedy if it means we can get more down the line.

[@LARKXHIN]

Im going on discount day.

[@txdang2009]

would have been better as a documentary or a more serious movie

[@abbyherrera1317]

5:58 Exactly my sentiment!! A24 has a pretty solid pedigree but recently it’s been a lot of misses. Bad movies that I can’t believe have the A24 name attached to it!! Hopefully they scale it back because ooof

[@BrianHartman]

I just think the premise of the movie is weird. Maybe I don't understand it without seeing the movie, but we already know that none of that apocalyptic stuff happened when we hit Y2K. It might work as some kind of alternate universe sci-fi, but to play it straight just sounds strange.

[@VivaciousOM]

Dan, you are correct that A24 should mean quality. I was surprised to see them associated with this. I laughed a bit at first third of the movie having memories of those times. It then was very unfunny and not a quality movie.

[@SamraySimon-fy7sq]

Hmm. I don't think I want to revisit that time in my life.

[@wstine79]

"You never go full BLUMHOUSE."

[@rawtaa8591]

How about Y2Gay?

[@crstepstudy]

Really appreciated your review. Totally agreed. I did enjoy it though 😂

[@mickcv4554]

How did he land A24 then? Maaaan is this company starting to go down the blumhouse way. They can branch outside if elevated horror but should make only premium movies under their banner regardless the category.

[@yopichoi]

Oh, it's a shame because I like Kyle Mooney and his past work :(. I also really liked Brigsby Bear when I saw it in cinemas.

[@StopTheHateX25]

Do a Christmas list

[@ArgoVaughn]

I was really hoping A24 picking this up was gonna deliver a pretty good movie. Cause I had some concern watching the trailer. Guess I was right.

[@TheClockchan]

If nothing else the poster is great !

[@jim1242]

This movie sounds very similar to Maxium overdrive

[@mannymarc24]

If it's horror, I trust A24. That's it.

[@rood444]

it's not really horror, more just sci-fi

[@SoapworthyProductions]

@@rood444some pretty brutal death scenes. I enjoyed the horror mixed with sci-fi & comedy.

[@teruphoto]

Sounds like something that was made back in 1999...

[@alaharon1233]

I hardly got any of the references, but I found the movie funny and enjoyable regardless. I love a good teen movie

[@TheeNam3less]

Don't worry, Dan. I wasn't popular either. I'm still not.

[@davrosdaleks1]

Well, I liked the movie.

[@DrVernSFC]

But , What is the A24 Score?

[@tomleonard830]

A2K?

[@DrVernSFC]

@tomleonard830 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZqpaKGQbsemrJIsi=7VYrWc-NBuvJdAEC

[@YouFightLikeACow]

I liked this more than you but I still enjoyed it. I think the humor may have worked better for me.

[@brianmichaels8093]

This is one of the very few A24 movies I actually enjoyed. If anything it's raising my low opinion of the brand, not diluting it.

[@oneopinion6806]

The Thong Song is always a positive--anachronistic or not. But I'll just go listen/watch it and skip the flick. EDIT: To the movie's premise. I'm surprised no mention of Maximum Overdrive. To the actual Y2k, my dad was in IT for a big company and they were FREAKED OUT before the clock struck midnight. He had to be on site ready to react just in case. Thankfully it was a big nothingburger.

[@derrellstaten948]

Need to review flow

[@georgedulle6601]

I think Kyle Mooney can be a pretty funny guy.