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Hey guys, happy Mondee! New week, fresh start! I keep saying to everything "when the kids go back to school" "I'll get back to _____ after the kids go back to school" Lets just say when the kids do go back to school next week, I will have a lot to answer for!
I have another dumb neck spasm, which has made pretty much any movement impossible the last two days. Usually muscle relaxants help, but they are not touching this one! I am going to my magic witch doctor tomorrow so hopefully that will help ;)
This week we have our winner of the TOP 25 Poll "Starship Troopers"
Also coming up is my PPOTM with REady Player One and more Season 6 TNG episodes!
The YT TOP 50 Poll also crowned a winner with Close Encounters of the Third Kind! Do you think would have been the winner if the poll was on Patreon as well? Do we think I should watch the runner ups (Leon the Profesh and Dazed and Confused) as well?
Some other fun stuff we have coming up this month--TwisterSSSS (i have been dying to see this) and X-Men Apocalypse and perhaps Quiet Place Day One?
(fine fine if I MUST watch it, if you insist)
We are also going to see Hamilton next week with my brother and sister in law. They are obsessed but I have never seen it! My question is-should I watch the movie on Disney+ to get hyped for it, or go in blind and be amazed?
We will have another poll as soon as I catch up on watching the winners from last weeks. I am thinking a Jon Grisham book to movie poll? I know I have seen a couple but after talking to my dad this week, he insists I need to see a couple more!
I VOLUNTEER!
Ok I hope you all have a fantastic week, enjoy the last month of summer, soak it all up like Simone soaks up gold medals!
Tell me something good!
Cassie
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It somehow makes sense to me Cass missed some of the irony of Starship Troopers. That military jingoism and toxic romance are not as suspect to her as to some of us. But that's what makes this channel so much fun, that she is watching challenging media with her fresh eyes!
I cant wait for ready player one
You have to do a react to a TNG Season 6 episode called "Face of the Enemy", which is said to be Marina Sirtis's (TROI) favourite episode to act in, because she really cuts loose in that one.
Is Starship Troopers coming today?
Oh boy. Starship Troopers is one of my favorites. I saw this one in the theater, and I have loved it since. I still hate that it was beat out by Titanic for best special effects that year. What a travesty. I could not stand Titanic as it was, a waste of my three hours that day in the theater, but to say it was better effects than Starship Troopers has always irked me.
Looking like another great 3 picks, even though I don’t think it’s your type of film I’m really interested to see what you think of Starship Troopers. Not Seen Ready Player One in a while but imo it’s a fantastic Sci-Fi movie and let’s see how many references & Easter eggs you get from old films. As regards to John Grisham The Pelican Brief, The Rainmaker & The Client are all excellent movies and I wouldn’t mind if you did all 3 in one week. Two other films I’m sure you’d like if you haven’t already see them are the Alex Cross films with Morgan Freeman Kiss the Girl and Along Came a Spider.
Watched Kiss the Girls a few months ago. Was going to suggest it to Cassie but than thought...maybe not. Subject matter is a bit disturbing for women especially. But definitely a solid 90's thriller.
Not a John Grisham Book adaptation, but another good crime/legal movie based on a best selling book to watch would be “Midnight in The Garden of Good and Evil” it’s set and filmed in Savannah, Georgia and stars Kevin Spacey and John Cusack.
YES. Second that suggestion. Great shots of Savannah. Mom and dad just went there a couple years ago for the first time and saw that sculpture.
Cassie excited for you to see Ready Player One. I think we got you caught up enough that you should get most of the movie references. Very excited for you to see Hamilton. I’ve seen it on stage a couple of times and I recommend not watching the Disney plus version until after you see it on stage. The Disney plus version was the original cast and they are sooooooo good. The last thing you want to do is compare casts the whole time while seeing it on stage. So, See it on stage first , wait a couple weeks, then watch the Disney plus version. You won’t regret watching either version. I also cannot recommend Knox Hill’s breakdown of the Hamilton soundtrack enough (Something else for after you see the stage version). If you want to totally geek out and see how lyrically brilliant Miranda’s writing really is-Knox does an excellent job at breaking everything down.
Lessons is low-key pretty fuckin' great.
Cassie, So speaking of John Grisham movies we just watched you reacting to a time to kill. She thought your smile at the end of that was absolutely priceless. She also noticed some other things that I am not supposed to talk about. Nothing bad of course. Just things we are not to discuss on a open forum.🤫 She said she was proud of you. Coming from a hispanic woman who just last week was mad at the world. Now she loves you 🙄. Sometimes she just leaves me stunned oh that last Vlog I did I added the ultrasound that they took you can see the camera and laser go into my kidney then the place the stent at the end. Looks pretty cool.
Someone mentioned "Frequency" earlier in this thread, which I wholeheartedly agree Cassie would love. Last night, I got roped into watching "The Time Traveler's Wife" finally - a movie I have been avoiding because it didn't appeal to me - by invoking how much I enjoyed "Frequency" and an offhand comment I made about Eric Bana needing to make more movies. OMG, was I ever wrong to think I wouldn't like it! Someone was cutting onions through the entire movie. Cassie (and anyone who hasn't seen it) definitely needs to see that one too.
Agree about both movies. I made the mistake of seeing The Time Traveler’s wife in the theater. I had to stay until the end of the credits so I could compose myself, lol, and it’s not like the MCU there was no reward😂
As we get closer to Cassie's reaction to Starship Troopers (which by now she has probably already watched) I am growing concerned about how it will impact her neck pain. While there might be some flinching at the action, it is the 2 hours of tension that might incapacitate her for the rest of the week... or longer. Maybe we all need to suggest lighthearted comedies and romances until she is fully recovered.
I wonder if she would like a good Apatow comedy. Knocked Up, This is 40, Funny People, Bridesmaids?
Hi Cassie. I'm excited for you to see starship troopers. You've seen enough military movies to find the humor in this one
I'd love it if your next TV show was Ted Lasso. Only three seasons, incredibly funny, and unbelievably sweet and positive. Laughs, tears, everything. It’s also something that Cassie could watch. Definitely some F bombs, but only some locker room “cheeky” nudity. I guarantee that you will walk away from this series with a smile on your face.
She's seen it before. Watches it with the family.
Since she already did a Time To Kill,( Gf Eva and I will has to watch that tonight ) John Grisham movies Then it's the Pelican Brief. Denzel Washington, Julia Roberts. Both of us loved that movie.
Wasn't Stanley Tucci in that too? Vague memories of him with a gun chasing Julia Roberts.
"The Untouchables" from 1987 with Kevin Costner, Sean Connery and, Robert Deniro and directed by Brian DePalma is an outstanding film! I highly recommend you review this film. It won Connery an Academy Award! I also highly recommend a little know film "High Rod to China" starring a younger Tom Selleck and, Bess Armstrong. The music score was composed by the late iconic John Barry who in my humble opinion on one of the only composers in the last 50 years to be in at the same level as the Great John Williams. Google them when you have a spare moment. I think you'll be pleased.
She did a reaction to The untouchables.
Please please please watch Dazed and Confused! The soundtrack is full of classic rock songs that you won’t be able to help but sing along to. Also are so many famous actors before they got famous in the movie. You’ll be saying “omg they’re in this movie??” the entire time. The characters they play are all super fun and quotable. It’s one of those movies where you’ll wish you could jump into and join in on the fun
Luv ya Cass and Carly! Can't wait to see these reacts!
Cassie - ever tried acupuncture? I hate needles, but it helped with my neck/back issues.
Cassie, I'm sorry to hear that your neck is bad again, but look on the bright side. You now know what it feels like to get a Vulcan neck-pinch from Spock.
I am willing to give Starship Troopers another chance for Cassie I will. For this community I will. Looking at your pictures on Instagram Cassie Just proves we got this right what we looking for you. The colors are perfect.
Just one more post for a Grisham poll. I'll vote for The Rainmaker, it's one of the best courtroom dramas out there. I'd also like to see The Verdict with Paul Newman. Movies with Mary did it and enjoyed it. (She has a law degree.) Another movie I've pushed for is Awakenings with Robin Williams and Robert DeNiro. Centane (Kamilla) did it recently and loved it.
Yes to THE VERDICT. The best courtroom drama ever made in my opinion.
I really enjoyed watching along with you reacting to movies that I haven’t seen in months or sometimes years. It’s almost like seeing it again for the first time and with a different perspective As for Hamilton, I wouldn’t watch the Disney+ version before the actual stage production. Like another commenter had mentioned, it would rob you of the whole experience of seeing it for the first time I hope the doctor can work their magic and your neck feels better soon!
100% on Leon. I saw it as a kid but I'm stunned at how it's become one of the most popular films in the world. It's been like the 38th highest rated film of all time on imdb for a long time, and every other reactor adores it.
Kids going back to school already? Dang this summer is flying by. I hope your neck feels better!
Glad to see you reacting to Close Encounters (must have missed that YT poll)—it is a classic Spielberg film with a very young Richard Dreyfuss. Leon: The Professional is also very good, albeit somewhat... uncomfortable... to watch in parts (those who have seen it know what I'm talking about). I agree with others that you would love An Officer and a Gentleman (It was one of my wife's favorite movies back when we started dating) I HIGHLY reccommend 2000s Frequency. You would love that (for different reasons than An Officer and a Gentleman). I don't personally care about Dazed & Confused. I know it has its fans, but I consider it only okay. Also excited that you are reacting to Ready Player One. You have definitley seen enough films now that you will get many of the references. Haven't seen Twisters yet. The trailer made it look like nothing but a remake of the original, but I've heard it is supposed to be good. I'd be more interseted in watching Quiet Place-Day One (also haven't seen yet). And, of course, I'm always open to an X-Men movie.
1993 was an important year for me, it was the year my son was born. Coincidentally, there were some great movies that year, one of which was "Dazed and Confused". But I can list off movies from that year off the top of my head like nobody's business and it would be far, far down my list of recommendations for the channel. Also coincidentally, one of those recommendations would be "The Pelican Brief" which has come up in other comments under this post, as well as "Benny and Joon" which is probably my #1 overall recommendation. After those two, in order, I would recommend "Falling Down", "Somersby", "Carlito's Way", "A Bronx Tale", "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" and "In The Line of Fire". This despite the fact she's already watched at least three or four of 1993's best movies. Sorry, I got a little off the agenda, I mainly replied to say, I agree that "Frequency" and "An Officer and A Gentleman" are both movies that Cassie would thoroughly enjoy.
As someone who thinks HAMILTON is ever-so-slightly overrated, I would never ever wish for you to rob yourself of seeing it live for the first time. The movie on Disney+ is not an adaptation, is a filming of the show, straight up. So you will truly ruin the experience for yourself.
I’m tired of people suggesting Extended edition’s and Director’s cuts for a first time viewer. Unless it’s the only version available, it just screws over the people who own a copy of the theatrical or whoever can stream it for free as it is. If she loves it so much and wants more, she can watch a DC or EC afterwards.
Since I suggesteted that she watch the director's cut of CLOSE ENCOUNTERS, I feel like I should probably clarify that recommendation as I am also usually not in favor of her watching extended versions of movies but rather I typically prefer her to watch the theatrical version... except in some cases when the directors cut really is the best/definitive version and that's the case with CLOSE ENCOUNTERS. All 3 versions are available to stream on Prime, but only one has the general consensus of being the "official" or "authoritative" version and that's the directors cut. It's the only version that's been released on home video formats (VHS, DVD, Blu-ray, etc) since 1998 and when the movie was re-released to theaters in 2017 for its 40th anniversary, that was the one they used (that was when I finally got to see it on the big screen for the first time and it was awesome).
Can't you please do more movies that are NOT sci-fi, space, super hero, comic book, male-centric?? Where is the VARIETY????
There is nothing if not variety on this channel🤯
The Superman (Christopher Reeve) reaction was fun. Superman 2 has great villains and the romance with Lois gets pretty serious......
Agreed. It's probably a better film than the first one. She should stop at 2 though. As much as I love Richard Pryor (Stir Crazy, Brewster's Millions), the Supermans got silly from 3 onward.
Awesome! I was hoping ‘Lessons’ would make the ST:TNG list! Now I can relax. 😌
I don't see you liking Starship Troopers. It is campy but also pretty gory. DO NOT MAKE CARLY WATCH IT.
I don't understand the love for it. It is more famous for the shower scene than anything else.
Cassie, you and Carly would enjoy the Pelican Brief. Just your kind of thriller. Great John Grisham movie. 😃
Maybe a back to school poll? Back to School (1986) Rodney Dangerfield Stand and Deliver (1988) Edward James Olmos, Lou Dimond Philips Heathers (1988) Wynona Rider, Christian Slater School Ties (1992) Brenden Fraser, Matt Damon, Chris O'Donnell Dazed and Confused (1993) Jason London, Cole Houser With Honors (1994) Brenden Fraser, Patrick Dempsey Circle of Friends (1995) Chris O'Donnell, Minnie Driver Dangerous Minds (1995) Michelle Pheiffer The Emperors' Club (2002) Kevin Kline Brick (2005) Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Lucas Hass
Dude you have some great flicks on her. With Honors comes with that great Madonna song. Dangerous Minds, Heathers comes with one of my favorite lines. Dazed and Confused. That's how I feel most of the time. I love it. I suggested a World War II Poll since we are 85 since the start of it. Two of my favorites. The Pianist and Conspiracy (2001) a movie that is all dialogue no violence. What those men started on that is absolutely terrifying. All based on a True story that one copy that was found by the allies 1947.
No to LEON, it breaks one your cardinal rules.
Yes, but it really doesn't show anything graphic. Just the implication.
Defo watch 'Leon'.. but DON'T watch the Director's cut.
'The Rainmaker' would be great! You said you would watch it, now would be a good chance.
Cassie, hope you're neck feels better soon.
Yes to Leon. Watch Hamilton blind. You'll watch it plenty of times afterwards. It's awesome!
Agreed!
I think it would be fun for October if you watched a lot of B monster movies, like giant ants created in a lab, or spiders, or other movies like that, and then finish with a King Kong week.
OG The Thing (From Another World)? ...Them? ...Gorgo? *sigh* Nobody recognizes Gorgo in Lego Batman. They all just think it's Godzilla.
You're really good at listening to what a movie is trying to say, I hope you have fun with Starship Troopers despite the goriness. Can't say its my favorite movie, but there are things to appreciate.
"Haters gonna hate"..... But don't worry, cos Lovers are also gonna love. I'm looking forward to your reaction to "Lessons", Cassie. It's right up your alley!
She's showing a s**t ton of love to the Trekkies. That's for sure.
Whoa. Having recently watched both WAR OF THE WORLDS and MUNICH and with READY PLAYER ONE and CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND right around the corner, you are certainly getting your Spielberg on. This makes me very happy. :-) A lot of people really hated READY PLAYER ONE, but I loved it. It might be "lesser" Spielberg, but it is a lot of fun and I think you will enjoy it. Obviously I'm really looking forward to you finally seeing CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND. I've been pushing it a long time as it is one of my favorite films and truly one of the great American movies of the 1970s. It was Spielberg's follow-up to JAWS and it cemented him as an innovative new voice in Hollywood. You should probably know that there are three versions of it. The original 135-minute theatrical version released in 1977 (which Spielberg considered basically "unfinished"), the 132-minute "Special Edition" from 1980 which trimmed a few scenes but featured quite a bit of new footage (some of which Spielberg wanted to include and some of which the studio forced on him) and, finally, the 137-minute "collector's edition / directors cut" from 1998 (combining the best of both prior cuts and Spielberg's preferred version of the story). My suggestion is to watch the director's cut. It really is the definitive version of CLOSE ENCOUNTERS. I would also like to reiterate my suggestion that you watch it in your basement theater space as it is definitely a big screen movie (you might even consider having Carly join you). Regarding STARSHIP TROOPERS, I don't have much to say about it. It's a brilliant film, but I think it will be a difficult watch for you. Just try to remember that it is a satire (like ROBOCOP and from the same director no less). I hope you enjoy HAMILTON. It's a great show. Looking forward to the John Grisham poll (Personally, I'd like to see either PELICAN BRIEF or RAINMAKER win). As always, keep up the good work.
+1 for the DC version of Close Encounters. I honestly didn't realize there were multiple cuts of this film until recently when people started commenting about it. But after reading about the differences, I think the added scenes, especially about Neary and his family are very important moments for better understanding what and why he does later.
don't watch Hamilton on TV before you see it live. See it live. Let the first version you see be a live performance.
There are different styles of reactors and different movies that suit them. Nattie Gold put up a great reaction to Starship Troopers not long ago if anyone's interested. It was a good pick for her because with her production background she enjoys getting into the symbolism and stylistic choices of a movie at a granular level, and has the cynical sense of humor needed to get Troopers' vibe (she loved it). Cassie is a more intuitive, emotional reactor. She's not trying to get into the filmmakers' heads, but respond to how the story makes her feel. And a loud, gross satire of deliberately shallow characters and arms-length emotions doesn't have much to offer her. She's gonna tell you, yep, it's loud and gross. I really don't know what else the people who voted for it are expecting here. Looking forward to Close Encounters though. There are three cuts of the film. I don't care which you pick. Whatever is most widely available is probably best.
I'm hoping she goes with the collector's edition/director's cut. It is Spielberg's preferred version and it is the best of three.
I definately think you should watch Leon The Professional, its a really good movie. I hope you will feel better soon.
We’re coming up on 10 years since we lost the great Robin Williams. I remember you once saying you wanted to do more of his films. Well, I have a great idea: A Rob Will double feature consisting of Awakenings (1990) and Insomnia (2002). These are two perfect films to see just how talented Robin was and a chance for you to see him outside of his typical fun, comedic roles. In ‘Awakenings’ he plays opposite of Robert De Niro and in ‘Insomnia’ he plays opposite of Al Pacino. So that’s also cool, to see how he does opposite of the two greatest actors of their generation. ‘Insomnia’ may be my fav Chris Nolan film too, so that is saying something! I hope you get better soon and can find a permanent solution to these constant physical problems🙏🏻
I might argue for One Hour Photo(2002), where he takes more of a central role, instead of Insomnia
Glad you'll get a chance to see Hamilton! Watch it live in the theater and have that experience, then check it out on Disney+ if you want to see some of your favorite moments with the original cast. Hope you like it!
Instead of checking out the runner-ups, I'd be interested in seeing polls switched around. So, another round for the top 25 but on YouTube and the top 50 on Patreon.
Good shout, Gabor. There were too many great films left behind in that poll.
Maybe we can have a Grisham week? I just have a feeling Pelican Brief is almost certain to win (if I remember previous poll results correctly). Nothing wrong with that, but I am really hoping for The Rainmaker which is one of my all-time favorites.
We could get behind that nice idea
Excited for Ready Player One!!
Me too, but even more so for CLOSE ENCOUNTERS.
Yes please do the twister reaction and quiet place franchise. you're gonna love it
I don't normally push back on specific movies but I will make an exception for Leon: The Professional. I don't think this is the movie for Cassie. The subject matter might leave Cassie feeling icky (and the inspiration behind it might make her feel worse).
I've never seen it but I've heard it's controversial. Something about the director? Natalie Portman was on Seth Meyers the other night talking a bit about it. Something about being too young to be working, and to be in that movie specifically. I think it's because her kid is that age now.
Yes to the runners up in Leon etc, Starship Troopers will be an entertaining reaction lol
I would like to see a Leon reaction. I would only watch Hamilton in advance if you do a reaction to it, which i would also like to see.
To top it all of my new medical vlog is up and fixed. Wohoo! Here is Sharon Tate with Peter Sellers from the Pink Panther https://photos.app.goo.gl/1hkFtmziZnArWsuV6
For the life of me I will never understand women. One day she is extremely angry two days later the same woman its smiles giggles and puppy dog tails. Her excuse today "you spent over a $100 on that gift for her might as well ship it to her. 🙄 Wth September 1st being the 85th anniversary of the start of World War II. I think we should do a World War II movie like The Pianst (2002) Conspiracy (2001) Flags Of Our Fathers, e.t.c.
I don't know if any movie moved me as much as The Pianist did.
Weekly reminder to watch There will be blood!
I'm finished.
C'mon guys don't do that to Cassie, Showgirls should be a hard pass lol, that was a horrible movie! However, I do love the idea of The Pelican Brief!!
Setting aside how truly awful SHOWGIRLS is, the explicit sexuality alone makes it a no-go for Cassie.
The best Grisham movie is The Pelican Brief, young Denzel and baby Julia! If you can handle Total Recall then Starship Troopers will be fine. Next stop, Showgirls.
Showgirls NEEDS to be experienced. I mean it doesn't. But it's just...something. Nomi Malone with a switchblade is worth the price of admission alone.
I think Close Encounters would have a good shot of winning here on Patreon as well, as it was the 4th most requested movie, and there has been many positive comments about it here over the last month or so, but I am very glad it won on YT , been looking forward to it for the last three years!!
I’m right there with you. I’m sure her reaction will be worth the wait.
Starship troopers!!! My roughnecks!
Don't listen to what ppl are saying on here telling you to skip Leon the professional and Dazed & Confused! Please do watch em. They are known as total classics for a reason
Gatekeepers gonna gatekeep (haha).
If you think you will still enjoy Hamilton without fully understanding what's happening, go in blind. If potentially being confused would ruin it for you, i recommend listening to the album first to get a feeling for it.
Just got invited to what looks like a spam Popcorn in Bed account on TikTok that thanked me for following their private account
There's a lot of those. Try not to click on anything with them.
Grisham. You've seen A Time To Kill, Runaway Jury and The Firm. So likely suspects are The Client, The Rainmaker, The Pelican Brief and The Chamber. The downside to watching a Grisham movie is that the book is always much, MUCH better then the film. Better off to read the novels.
Solid lineup
OMG, OMG, OMG.... Hamilton! The movie on Disney+ has the original cast and a MUST watch with US! Would love a Cassie/Carly live watch.
I came here just to comment on this. Hamilton with the original cast is a MUST before watching some 2nd tier cast preform it. Even if they are good, they aren't even gonna come close to original cast performance of it. It should be watched first on Disney + with original cast. A reaction to it would be wonderful but probably impossible because of copyright since it's 100% ALL songs.
Pelican Brief if you haven't seen it!! Pretty sure that was a Grisham...? Really don't think you'll like Starship Troopers. Glad you had a good summer with the family! Selfishly kind of happy that when they're back at school you'll have a little more time to hang with us. Lol. Sorry, not sorry. Why do I feel like Twisters half exists to put Cowboy-hatted Glenn Powell in weather and have his shirt fly open in the wind? I mean...alright. So be it. Sounds like fun. I've been watching a lot of Revenge of the Sith reactions lately so funny you put in those screenshots. Your Palpatine impression is still TOPS in my book. But the Just Trust Ash one this weekend was pretty incredible.
Such a full schedule! Looking forward to seeing TNG. Starship Troopers is crazy camp but fun. I can't wait to hear your thoughts on Twisters! I haven't seen it yet but really want to! Praying your neck spasms subside. As a fellow neck pain sufferer, you definitely have my sympathy. 🤗🙏🩷
Neck spasms!!! UGH! I so sympathize with you! I’ve had a bad neck ever since a car accident in college. Most days its not an issue, but if I sleep wrong or turn my neck the wrong…the pain is agonizing. Soooo…lots of good stuff coming up. I’m most excited for Close Encounters. I’ve seen it so many times before on tv, but I just saw it again recently on the big screen for the first time. And it was so much better in that atmosphere. I think you’re gonna love it. Im really nervous for you with Starship Troopers coming up. Keeping my fingers crossed for you. Ready Player One will be lots of fun. And a John Grisham poll? Hmmm…you’ve seen my two favorites (Runaway Jury and The Firm). But I also liked The Pelican Brief with Julia Roberts and Denzel. A gripping thriller (like most of Grisham’s books are) and a classic. Right up your alley. Tell you something good. Okay…my daughter just met a contact through career services at SNHU who works for Homeland Security, and is very interested in talking with her about a possible position after she gets her Master’s degree. 🥲
Congrats to your daughter!! That's huge! Super curious if Cassie will like Ready Player One. Really have no clue on that one. Will be fun to see how many references she gets or misses though.
Cassie still needs to see some Costner essentials. The fans can place bets on whether she will like The Postman and Waterworld. (Confession. I like both. Deep flaws and all.)
And Mr. Brooks.
Definitely "Dazed and Confused" (1993) -- a modern classic. Takes place in Austin, Texas, in 1976. My neck of the woods (and my time). The first big movie for Matthew McConaughey who does excellent. I am envious you are going to see Hamilton. Looking forward to TNG, as usual. I read that Ready Player One is a good Spielberg movie. Still trying to decide on ST.
Did you like Everybody Wants Some!? I'm assuming Linklater is from Austin, but not totally sure.
See Hamilton live then watch it on Disney+ with captions. They are a game changer when it comes to understanding the story.
Not sure why you would have haters concerning Star Trek. Everyone loves Star Trek, right? As far as Hamilton goes, see it live first. Then you can go back and see the original cast on Disney+.
I don't know about other people, but while trekkies do sometimes annoy me (Cassie not included), I have nothing against Star Trek specifically.
I’m so excited about this week
Very excited you are going to react to Close Encounters, Deadpool and Starship Troopers! As for Dazed and Confused, you owe it to yourself to first react to America Graffiti (1973) (Directed by George Lucas, yes , that George Lucas). My guess is you'll love it! Another movie you will absolutely love is An Officer and A Gentleman. (Regardless of how many votes it gets...Yes I said IT!) As to the John Grisham question, there's another Legal Thriller novelist named Scott Turow. His Novel Presumed Innocent was adapted into a 1990 film starring a certain Harrison Ford as a prosecutor accused of ...well, you'll just have to react to it to find out!
Her full reaction to Deadpool was posted on patreon 4 days ago if you have access to full reactions.
An Officer and a Gentleman was on the YouTube poll, but didn’t do well and you have mentioned that you’ve never seen young Richard Gere before he became a silver fox.
I'm going to do an impression of Cassie at the beginning of her outro after finally watching "Officer and a Gentleman"..... "OH MY GOSH! HOW HAVE I NOT SEEN THIS?????"
Go to live show first, enjoy that, then when you can't get the songs out of your head, blast it on Disney Plus. The CLIENT, PLEASE FOR ALL THAT IS GOOD AND JUSTICE IN THIS BEAUTIFUL WORLD!!! Grishams The Client....it's the best....next to The Firm And Remember.......If you Love it.....CHASE IT!!!!
John Grisham’s The Rainmaker, please! When you had courtroom week when you watched Erin Brockovich, I really wanted The Rainmaker to be added to the week.
Yes to The Rainmaker, one of the best courtroom movies. Also, The Verdict with Paul Newman. It's not a Grisham adaptation, but the screenplay is by David Mamet, one of the best playwrights in America.
well, at least there's some Star Trek to look forward to...
Not if you're Mike Lemon, lol.
Cassie, heat and rest, plus gentle stretches are the best for muscle spasms. Rest being operative here. I know that may be impossible for a busy mom, but give it a try. I just got over a pinched nerve myself that rendered my Right hand pretty much useless for about 4 days a week ago. Heat and stretches and rest are the best these pesky neck and back muscles. Good luck, hope you feel better.
Go into Hamilton blind. The disney version is the stage version and will spoil too much imo.
For a John Grisham poll The Pelican Brief & The Client are great! You could just do both and make it a theme week! The Rainmaker also seems to be very popular, I haven't personally seen it but sounds like a good one
I agree with that, even though runaway Jury is still solid. The Client is my favorite..
The Client for John Grisham poll!! Gotta do it!!!!
Used to rent that every other week as a kid for some reason. Loved it. Don't think it's a kids' movie though...? RIP J Renfro.
I'm sorry about your neck Cassie 😔 Being in pain like that just makes everything else so much harder. Well, my vacation is over😭back to work tomorrow morning at 3am. My week off was nice though. I got a date night out with my boyfriend, me and the family went to this huge garage sale in town with a bunch of vendors and I got a little crispy(It was about 90° & on blacktop with no shade) got some things around the house done that I haven't had time to get to AND I got to sleep in! Really looking forward to what's ahead! I love everything you've already committed to(P.S. Starship Troopers isn't meant to be taken to seriously). I'd love Dazed and Confused too! It's a summer movie. My mom was the same age as the main character the year it takes place and said it's very accurate to the time It's set. Also Ready Player One & Close Encounters Of The Third Kind!!! I've been waiting awhile for these. Leon The Professional is the only one I'm not looking forward to. I haven't watched it all the way through but I think it will be a tough watch for you but I'll leave it up to you if you want to watch it. Hope going to the "witch doctor" helps your neck and you start feeling better. Thanks for an awesome week of content!
That sounds like a great week off, Katie. Seconds on Dazed and Confused and hoping Cassie gets some neck relief.
Saw "Hamilton" on broadway back in 2017 and hoping to go see it here in Sydney later this year. Hearing some of the songs may help prior to seeing it, but so would knowing the general gist of his story. D+ I would save for another time after as it is the OG cast and they are hard to top, and chances are you'll probably want to see it again sooner rather than later - one of that OG cast is also in "Twisters", Anthony Ramos. And, neck trouble... I know exactly what that is about... feel better soon.
Pass on Leon the Professional
Oh man, Cassie's not ready for Starship troopers! WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW MORE?!?! C'MON YOU APES YOU DON'T WANNA LIVE FOREVER!
I would say don't watch the Disney+ Hamilton but do listen to the soundtrack. The choreography on stage after knowing the soundtrack is really amazing
I think you'll really like Dazed and Confused if you see it. One of the better "it all takes place in one day" movies out there. Leon I don't think you'll like too much, but it's a good 90s action movie. If you want to watch more John Grisham adaptations, I'd go with The Rainmaker first and then The Client. Twisters is pretty good, not as much fun as Twister was, but still enjoyable. And Glen Powell seems to have perfected playing an a-hole with a heart of gold, as this is like the 3rd or 4th time he's done so, but he's pretty irresistible at it with all that charisma he has. A Quiet Place Day One is probably not what you're expecting, as it's as much a meditation on grief and mortality as it is a monster/horror movie. I enjoyed it for that but a lot of people were irritated that it wasn't some big Independence Day kind of action invasion film.
A Sci-Fi smorgasbord this week! I like it!! I have read a lot of Grisham books and love to watch more of those books to movies! The Rainmaker is so overdue on this channel!!
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I don't think Dazed and Confused is your kind of movie, plus I see about 15 reactions to it already (with TBR's dropping yesterday). I vote to skip it. The Professional is about the same but aside from the creepy factor, I think you would enjoy it. I vote to skip that one too, but only a mild vote. I would prefer some variety. There are a bajillion movies out there, the same 10 don't have to be watched by everyone. Geronimo, Conspiracy Theory, Man Without a Face, Indictment, Lightning Jack, Fletch, The Hunted (either one), La Bamba, Last of the Dogmen, Space Cop, Legend of Bagger Vance, and on and on. All just sitting out there waiting for a reaction.
You ever watch dazed and confused?? ......It'd be cooler if you did....🤣🤣 That's what I like about these first time watchers...movies get older and they all stay about the same age....
Thanks, Cassie! Hope your doc can help out your neck. Does s/he give you stretching and flexibility exercises? I used to get bad neck spasms and craps when I did martial arts (the grappling and joint lock kind). I would do about 10-15 mins of regular work every morning just to keep it loose. A good Physical Therapist who works specifically with athletes could prob help create a program for you. Just a thought.
Yes Tapestry AND Lessons! 2 must sees!
Carole King’s Tapestry is a Must for the Ears as well. ;-)
Cassie, don't forget you have neck patches for neck pain!
been on all day, you’re awesome!!
A Quiet Place Day One??? If you can watch this movie you can definitely watch the rest of the Scream movies. 👀🙏🏻 They’re not even close to as scary as A Quiet Place. It took me two attempts to watch that first movie. 😱
I would also like for her to continue with Scream 2...but really doesn't look like it'll be happening. Unfortunately.
If Dazed and Confused was a Runner-Up, then yes, yes, yes, yes… Yessssssss, please watch. Oh you’re Musical Ear will Thank You ;-) For John Grisham films not seen, obviously the Poll Must Include… The Pelican Brief (1993), starring Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington. The Client (1994), starring Susan Sarandon and Tommy Lee Jones. The Rainmaker (1997), starring Matt Damon, Danny DeVito and Jon Voight.
We're getting closer and closer to the TNG movies. I'm looking forward to First Contact, and I've purposely been waiting to rewatch that movie so I can fully enjoy it again.
If you have access to a projector its truly a magnificent film on a larger screen in 4k. That hull shot of the ship in that sequence (about as spoiler free as I could go. Yall who know, Know) *chefs kiss*
Yeah 🙂😃Do the runner ups 👍..... and the runner up from the foreign poll, The girl with the dragon tattoo 😉😁
The original, not the drab, boring remake starring the mannequin in the role of Lisbeth Salander. Rooney Mara manages to make one of the great cinematic characters of all time utterly lifeless.
Gonna be a good week.
go in blind for hamilton
I'm excited to see a reaction to starship troopers And close encounters
Curious as to what happened to the dice winner from the last livestream which was The Posideon Adventure from about a month ago. Hopefully, it won't be forgotten as was the previous dice winner
Curious about this myself. 🧐
I hear Classic Horror polls are good for neck spasms.......No, that's a complete lie, I've never heard that. I'm so ashamed of myself, sinking to that level just to try and get a Classic Horror poll. In fact I won't ask for one again until the the next Upcoming post!!!!! ;-)
"Classic Horror polls are good for neck spasms.." I read something like that on the internet.
See the play cold, you can watch the video later (as often as you want). For Grisham, since it is still summer, read his book Playing For Pizza - refreshingly it’s not about lawyers. It’s about a professional quarterback near the end of his career who goes to play football in Italy. It’s short, and I’m surprised it hasn’t been made into a movie.
Unpopular opinion: Ready Player One is waaaaaaay overrated and little more than two hours of CGI masquerading as a movie.
You forgot there's so much unrelenting fan service that it covers up the fact that there's not much of a story.
Definitely watch Leon: The Professional and Dazed & Confused. Both are fantastic. A John Grisham poll would definitely be right up your alley. The Pelican Brief The Client The Rainmaker The Chamber A Painted House Skipping Christmas aka Christmas With The Kranks is a John Grisham novel. I couldn't believe that when I found out. 🤯 Looking forward to this week. Love Ready Player One so much nostalgia and good times, you'll definitely enjoy that. Starship Troopers: I hope you enjoy it as best you can. 😬
Never heard of Painted House. Is that a legal thriller?
Feel better, Cassie.
Starship Troopers is one of my most favorite movies. The movie is so much better than the book. I'm also having a neck/shoulder/back issue right now.
Excellent choice of gif for Twisters. The Ralph meme is a painfully accurate representation the Troopers in that movie. Looks like a fun week ahead. A Quiet Place Day One, is what I will be getting to tonight after finishing up the Women's Road Race Final (5 glorious hours)
Not sure she should watch A Quiet Place, for the same reason I don't think she should watch LEON. Anything dealing with harm to children is a no go.
Well, I suspect we can add Starship Troopers to the list of films Cassie… “appreciates.” We’ll see! She always surprises us. Ready Player One will be good fun!
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First of all, I hope you feel better soon. Sending healing vibes your way! Can't wait for everything coming up. Definitely watch the runner-ups!! You'll see some famous actors in their first roles!!
Hope your neck feels better. Starship Trooper? That should be an interesting watch. Good luck with that.
Have a feeling she'll hate it.
Personally I love dazed and confused but i think it will be 50/50 with you. I don't like Leon that much. I love starship troopers but the only context that will help you through it is to remember its a satire/dark comedy of military propaganda of the early 20th century and fascism. Ready Player one will be excellent for you now that you'll get many of the references
Are there really people who don't love Dazed and Confused? I remember seeing it when it came out and have loved it ever since, and seems like it's a pretty universally loved movie.
Hope you feel better soon! I’m grateful for you and your channel!
Yes, Leon and Dazed and Confused are both must sees. And if you want a John Grisham movie adaptation, I say The Rainmaker(1997)
Absolutely second The Rainmaker. Matt Damon's last movie before he became an A list star, as Good Will Hunting came out a few weeks later. There's a fantastic cast in it (Claire Danes, Danny DeVito, Danny Glover, John Voight, Mickey Rourke), and it's directed by Francis Ford Coppola. I think that's far and away the best Grisham adaptation, even though for whatever reason not as many people saw it as saw The Firm and The Pelican Brief. The Client is also good, for Grisham adaptations, but The Rainmaker is definitely the best.
Hi Cassie!! Hope your witch doctor can help!! Been there with neck problems. They're no joke!! For Hamilton, I'd go in blind. You can always watch it after if you feel you missed some stuff! Anyways, feel better!! Can't wait for the posts!! Edit: BTW, Twisters is awesome!! You'll definitely enjoy it!
Be well Cassie & all !🤞❤️🙏 Also yes watch Leon !!!
Hamilton blind is a must . I heard the hype and went in blind . You'll be singing them dang songs for days
Glad to see you’re going to be seeing CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND (1977) soon! Yes, you should definitely see the runners-up too. No, you shouldn’t watch Hamilton on Disney Plus, just enjoy the live play first! So sorry about your neck! Praying for you!
These upcoming posts always make my Monday! They're always so funny and wholesome...just what I need to start the week off right! Also, you are most definitely in danger with Starship Troopers. Can't wait to watch that one!
I’d suggest listening to Hamilton before seeing it, maybe just the first act once or twice through. On D+ with subtitles would be fine too, nothing tops live theater (seen it three times)
Yeah, if you are not familiar with it at all it is very difficult to keep up with what's going on just because of how fast everything is rapped at you. If you don't watch it on D+ then definitely familiarize yourself with the soundtrack before seeing it blind.
Do you wanna live forever?
Have fun! That's an order. 😁
It’s interesting that you have an image of Data from the episodes “Brothers” the one everyone has been asking you to watch in the comments….does that mean you watched it 🙏
The Hamilton movie is the the recorded play. Skip it. See it live.
I disagree about just going in blind though. I saw the play having never watched that or listening to the soundtrack and found it very difficult to follow what was going on because everything is rapped at you at a pretty fast pace. I felt like I only got maybe a third of what was happening. It also didn't help that I sat kinda far away, in an upper balcony, and had trouble distinguishing some of the characters (especially the main two), because they all dressed pretty much the same.
Either people are sick of TC or they just haven’t seen Collateral. 🤨
It's probably the latter, I feel like that's an underappreciated movie mainly because there are surprisingly few people who have seen it.
Oooh, good week of movies! And yes, watch the runner ups! Pretty please! All the healing powers directed at your neck! wooooooooooooo <- healing power sound
The Firm. Absolutely the best Grisham adaptation
I think she's already done that one
