The other hero of this movie is Mary. Every man needs a woman like that. She gave him everything he didnt realize that he needed. She saved the Building and Loan. She saved the old Granville house. She ran around town drumming up help for George while he was jumping in a river. The finale was actually Mary coming through once again. I love Donna Reed.
The reason she does this is because they're a perfect match. George is unfailingly selfless at his own expense, and she keeps him anchored. She loves him because he's George. That's why she was "an old maid" in the other reality. Because there is nobody in the world for Mary but George.
Guys, I miss your reactions because they were so heartfelt but am enjoying these videos as well. Thanks for sharing. In your own ways, you have made a difference in the world as well esp here on YT by being genuine and sincere.
One of my favorite things about the movie is how well thought out and crafted it is. I've seen it many times starting back in the late 70s on late night tv to now but it's with the reaction channel viewing that condenses the movie, that I was finally able to notice subtle foreshadowing scenes and call backs. For instance: when we first see Potter, we see his coach pass by, Capra's symbolism of who Potter is gets across immediately his condition that we'll see later in the movie. A big wheel on big wheels, stuck in his own cage, willing to stick George in one too. Attention to detail like that is all throughout the movie, making it a real joy to watch and rewatch. Your reaction was so genuine and real, it was a pleasure to watch. ❤
My favorite movie. I was alone one night and watched this on PBS. Realized what a tour de force it was and soon all my friends would come over to watch this movie every year. This was in the 1970’s when it had gone into public domain and every PBS station could show it free. Very good in depth review. The acting and facial expressions are wonderful. How Stewart did not win an Academy Award is beyond me.
48:53 I think yall have a great point here in that, the worst part of this moment is how it all makes sense- You can understand why each little thing snowballs into the next. He's worried about prison, and there's that little minor annoyance of the piano, and then when he hears Zuzu is sick, he starts to worry about that, which then when Mrs Welch is on the phone, he starts yelling at her, and when he sees the little diorama, he thinks about how he wanted to be an architect, building modern cities, and the whole time running in his head is the fact that he is probably going to spend the rest of his life in prison, and it's almost the reverse of the moral- Every moment in his life which positively affected those around them, he's thinking about how each of those moments put him into *that* moment, into hurting his family and going to prison, and you know with how much he has given away, even though he says he'd send Uncle Billy to jail, you know 100% that George would have taken the fall, like he tells Potter.
I think that's what makes this movie so powerful! It's not written like George is a "victim", per se, but it shows the sad reality that live brings obstacles that give us moments of weakness and we become our worst selves as a result
Re 'George is no whiner' and other thoughts on the spiritual message of the movie: Even in his darkest moments George tenderly and patiently cares for Zuzu and her petals, never mind his diving to save Clarence. The inner strength of his character from childhood on instinctively (unconsciously) energizes those deeper self-sacrificial responses which surface when the needs of others' present themselves. Spiritually speaking, all that George ever really lacked was an acknowledgement of his need for the God who had his back from day one. While his family prays for George, he is at the bar confessing that he is not a praying man. This confession/repentance precipitates the appearance of Clarence, whose strategies lead to George's final realization of his deepest need to "get me back". The falling snow immediately indicates that his prayer has been answered. The subsequent response of the townsfolk is the pragmatic demonstration of the rewards of self-sacrifice (the one who looses his life shall find it), which is essentially a Christian message. BTW- absolutely loved your reaction, especially "What a Chad" in the 'help ya down?!?' moment :)
Fun fact: Altaf's favorite shot of Jimmy Stewart at the bar was a static shot. The director went into the cutting room and manually zoomed in frame by frame to make it how you see it now. Painstaking but worth it!
I know I’m not the only one who says this, but I love your guys’ reactions (especially this film’s reaction), and it was something that I looked forward to. That being said, I totally understand why you guys had to step back away from the reactions & wish you the best going forward!
This is either my first or second favorite movie on my all time list. I've watched it so many times through the years, I can't count (back in the day when the copyright had expired, it aired basically 24 hours a day for a month). I always loved it as a kid, but man...watching it the last 20+ years since I reached adulthood and had disappointments of my own...it cuts so much deeper.
The big thing about this movie, was it was basically therapy for Jimmy Stewart and Frank Capra. Who both had seen terrible things in WW2 and Stewart had PTSD. So this film gave them both something to focus on and Jimmy said to Capra: “If you want me to do a movie about me committing suicide, with an angel with no wings named Clarence, I’m your boy.” Do try to watch the "Why We Fight" films Capra made during WW2, they're amazing and he gave up years of his career to make them. They had been away from Hollywood for 5 years and this was their big comeback
Its A Wonderful Life is not only the greatest Christmas movie ever, its also the greatest Christian movie ever made this side of The Passion. I imagine this ending is exactly what Jesus would want for all of us.
"With George Bailey, the town is boring. Without him, there's nightclubs and bars. It's fabulous. I wish he hadn't been born." - Jerry Stiller as "Arthur Spooner" in "The King of Queens"😁
The other hero of this movie is Mary. Every man needs a woman like that. She gave him everything he didnt realize that he needed. She saved the Building and Loan. She saved the old Granville house. She ran around town drumming up help for George while he was jumping in a river. The finale was actually Mary coming through once again. I love Donna Reed.
She's amazing!!
Totally. To me, Mary Bailey is the greatest wife and mother ever put on film
The reason she does this is because they're a perfect match. George is unfailingly selfless at his own expense, and she keeps him anchored. She loves him because he's George. That's why she was "an old maid" in the other reality. Because there is nobody in the world for Mary but George.
@GrainneMhaol we all deserve a Mary. Someone who is our perfect anchor
Guys, I miss your reactions because they were so heartfelt but am enjoying these videos as well. Thanks for sharing. In your own ways, you have made a difference in the world as well esp here on YT by being genuine and sincere.
Thank you so much :)
One of my favorite things about the movie is how well thought out and crafted it is. I've seen it many times starting back in the late 70s on late night tv to now but it's with the reaction channel viewing that condenses the movie, that I was finally able to notice subtle foreshadowing scenes and call backs.
For instance: when we first see Potter, we see his coach pass by, Capra's symbolism of who Potter is gets across immediately his condition that we'll see later in the movie. A big wheel on big wheels, stuck in his own cage, willing to stick George in one too.
Attention to detail like that is all throughout the movie, making it a real joy to watch and rewatch.
Your reaction was so genuine and real, it was a pleasure to watch. ❤
My favorite movie. I was alone one night and watched this on PBS. Realized what a tour de force it was and soon all my friends would come over to watch this movie every year. This was in the 1970’s when it had gone into public domain and every PBS station could show it free. Very good in depth review. The acting and facial expressions are wonderful. How Stewart did not win an Academy Award is beyond me.
Thanks Dudes! I'm gonna go back and rewatch the reaction. It is a fave for a great reason! Good talk guys. Love ya! ❤
Happy Holidays!
48:53 I think yall have a great point here in that, the worst part of this moment is how it all makes sense- You can understand why each little thing snowballs into the next.
He's worried about prison, and there's that little minor annoyance of the piano, and then when he hears Zuzu is sick, he starts to worry about that, which then when Mrs Welch is on the phone, he starts yelling at her, and when he sees the little diorama, he thinks about how he wanted to be an architect, building modern cities, and the whole time running in his head is the fact that he is probably going to spend the rest of his life in prison, and it's almost the reverse of the moral- Every moment in his life which positively affected those around them, he's thinking about how each of those moments put him into *that* moment, into hurting his family and going to prison, and you know with how much he has given away, even though he says he'd send Uncle Billy to jail, you know 100% that George would have taken the fall, like he tells Potter.
I think that's what makes this movie so powerful! It's not written like George is a "victim", per se, but it shows the sad reality that live brings obstacles that give us moments of weakness and we become our worst selves as a result
The first time I seen you guys was watching your reaction to it’s a wonderful life
So happy to hear that!
Re 'George is no whiner' and other thoughts on the spiritual message of the movie: Even in his darkest moments George tenderly and patiently cares for Zuzu and her petals, never mind his diving to save Clarence. The inner strength of his character from childhood on instinctively (unconsciously) energizes those deeper self-sacrificial responses which surface when the needs of others' present themselves. Spiritually speaking, all that George ever really lacked was an acknowledgement of his need for the God who had his back from day one. While his family prays for George, he is at the bar confessing that he is not a praying man. This confession/repentance precipitates the appearance of Clarence, whose strategies lead to George's final realization of his deepest need to "get me back". The falling snow immediately indicates that his prayer has been answered. The subsequent response of the townsfolk is the pragmatic demonstration of the rewards of self-sacrifice (the one who looses his life shall find it), which is essentially a Christian message. BTW- absolutely loved your reaction, especially "What a Chad" in the 'help ya down?!?' moment :)
Beautifully put, Jeff Loomis.
Beautifully, and accurately, put. ♡
Fun fact: Altaf's favorite shot of Jimmy Stewart at the bar was a static shot. The director went into the cutting room and manually zoomed in frame by frame to make it how you see it now. Painstaking but worth it!
Woah! It doesn’t seem like a post decision at all so that’s actually really impressive
I know I’m not the only one who says this, but I love your guys’ reactions (especially this film’s reaction), and it was something that I looked forward to.
That being said, I totally understand why you guys had to step back away from the reactions & wish you the best going forward!
George Bailey is the ultimate unwilling hero.
This is either my first or second favorite movie on my all time list. I've watched it so many times through the years, I can't count (back in the day when the copyright had expired, it aired basically 24 hours a day for a month). I always loved it as a kid, but man...watching it the last 20+ years since I reached adulthood and had disappointments of my own...it cuts so much deeper.
Other than die hard this is probably the most important Christmas movie
Heavily agreed!
As someone from a village, I get the Bedford Falls thing. And I also wanted nothing more than to move away from my small hometown.
Also watch Seventh Heaven 1937. Jimmy plays another reluctant hero.
The big thing about this movie, was it was basically therapy for Jimmy Stewart and Frank Capra. Who both had seen terrible things in WW2 and Stewart had PTSD. So this film gave them both something to focus on and Jimmy said to Capra: “If you want me to do a movie about me committing suicide, with an angel with no wings named Clarence, I’m your boy.”
Do try to watch the "Why We Fight" films Capra made during WW2, they're amazing and he gave up years of his career to make them.
They had been away from Hollywood for 5 years and this was their big comeback
Love the movie and enjoyed your discussion. Made me want to watch the original reaction, but can’t find it?
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@ thanks for the quick response!! Merry Christmas 🎄
Just finished watching and really enjoyed it!
Its A Wonderful Life is not only the greatest Christmas movie ever, its also the greatest Christian movie ever made this side of The Passion. I imagine this ending is exactly what Jesus would want for all of us.
I have a dog named Zuzu.
"With George Bailey, the town is boring. Without him, there's nightclubs and bars. It's fabulous. I wish he hadn't been born." - Jerry Stiller as "Arthur Spooner" in "The King of Queens"😁
I don't think being a good person is a flaw.