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Loved the reaction! American Gangster is actually my second favorite Denzel Washington movie. The first is ‘Flight’. Great movie! He was actually nominated for an Oscar for it. Please react to it if you haven’t seen it.
@James VS Cinema - I'd like to 2nd this recommendation. If you haven't seen Man on Fire, it is one of my favorite films from that decade. Denzel absolutely hits it out of the park!
I’d like the see James’ opinion on Man on Fire’s editing. I think it’s a good movie but SERIOUSLY over-edited. There are sequences where the editing is so distracting that it makes it hard to follow what’s going on. But that’s my opinion.
Denzel is an actor I just can not picture playing a villain, as he is so friendly. But when I see him play a villain, I can not imagine him playing a protagonist as he looks like the sort of person who would gun you down for just looking at him wrong.
Interesting fact about the production of this film is that Denzel Washington was paid twice. He was given a 20 million dollar pay-for-play deal when it was going to be directed by Antoine Fuqua. The project fell apart for one reason or another and Washington was paid 20 million. Then, when Ridley Scott was attached he wanted Denzel, so the man got another 20 million.
ugh that scene with the sugar is so iconic. Denzel is really like no other. Also have to throw in a rec for Nightcrawler, I know you love Jake G so Nightcrawler is a must see IMO
If I remember James said he did see Nightcrawler so it's possible we might not get a reaction to that even tho I would still love to see him react to that film even tho he did see it
Weirdly enough, I found this movie really rewatchable, seen it like 6 times already, dunno what kept pulling me back, gonna give it a 7th watch, its been a couple a years
This film is so accurate in its NYC - South depiction, I Love the fact that he bring his southern family down to the city, most black American New York families are from the south & during these times (great migration) folks were coming to the north for better opportunities. So accurate and so beautiful.
One of my favourite movies ever. For a 3 hour long crime drama it is really rewatchable too because of how well everything comes together. Time really flies with this one.
nothing i love more than denzel saying "my man!" in his movies. And btw i love your videos. I learn so much from you, sometimes to the point that i feel stupid for not noticing all the details that you notice. Would love to see a movie from you someday.
Ladies and gentlemen... Ridley Scott. Even his first flick, The Duellists, still holds up magnificently and showcases how much of a master craftsman he was way back when. A worthy film to check out. I hope you try Scorsese's Mean Streets as well.
man Mean Streets is great, you can already see scorsese’s style forming up, and seeing de niro, harvey keitel and david proval looking so young is cool too, I mean de niro was like 28 when they shot the film in 1972
@@ravenlunatic8 Same. And as the years have gone by, I keep revisiting it and can't help but admire just how confident each scene is. Like, right out of the starters gate he had a master's touch. the mice, the dripping water, so many characteristics and flourishes that would stay with him.
Straight bangers of movies the past few months! As always your insights are always the best, excited for more content to come and hope all is well with you
My favorite thing about this is the way they contrast between Frank and Richie. Frank is living a beautiful life. He has a beautiful house, a beautiful family... Everything about his life, apart from the way he makes his money, is so wholesome. The scene where his family is eating dinner is straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting (Seriously, look up his paining 'Freedom from Want' if you have not seen it before). Richie is not a great guy. If you knew him outside of work you would think he was morally bankrupt, but he does his job the way he should.
This is the extended cut of the movie that you're watching and I haven't seen that it adds 18 more minutes of the film plus an alternate ending. Great reaction. Definitely one of my favorite Ridley Scott films and one of my favorite Denzel Washington performances.
Love this film. 2 of my favourite leads, and the supporting cast is amazing, as is the film making. Never thought about the opportunity to show his nephew like suggested but that would have been a real nice touch. Thanks for sharing your thoughts like this, it's real interesting getting a more knowledgeable take on these films. Stay safe mate.
One of my all time favs, gotta love that cafe scene, "You are what you are in this world either your somebody or nobody" Love it! + I hope your well and life is good :)
As a fellow movie buff I’d love to sit down and watch a movie with you, none of my friends enjoy movies like I do so I end up watching them alone.🥲 This is definitely one of my favorite Denzel movies, he’s just incredible. Glad to see your channel continuing to grow, keep on grinding man! 👊🏻
i feel ya. Theres nothing worse than watching a movie with people and you want to talk to them about and all they can say is 'it was good'. Like they dont even really care to watch it.
@@dash4800 I love to sit and watch a movie and then discuss it, even dumb movies, doesn’t matter. Yet most of my friends don’t have the attention span for a long movie or the patience for a slow burn... So we end up watching crap action or horror movies, which I still enjoy a lot, but man... There’s nothing worse than watching an amazing movie and not being able to chat about to. 😪
@@JamesVSCinema Haha that would be dope, oh well, I’ll just keep watching movies alone and then seeing if you or Brandon have seen them and gauge your reactions. 👀
At 12:13, the big white house that he bought for his Mom....I lived in that house from 2009 to 2012. It's in Briarcliff Manor NY in Westchester. It's about 1/2 hour north of the city. It was an amazing place. We had 22.5 acres over-looking the Hudson River. We had dirt motor cycles for riding in the trails, snow mobiles, a lake with endless bass. It was amazing. The house was built in 1825 an was used a s a trading post after The Revolutionary war. It was located on the main road, RTE 9, and later it was dismantled and carried up the hill on Scarsborough Road via horse and buggy and reassembled. The name of the estate is Ash Ridge. It's a magical place. I'll always remember it with fondness.
Denzel just owns the screen in this movie. Straight beast. Also, watch Hell or Highwater, lol. I'll keep mentioning it until you watch it, it's phenomenal.
@@rowansimpson6558 every performance in that movie is incredible, down to the sassy waitress lol. Ben Foster does stand at the top though. He's incredible in that movie.
I really like the ending. With films like these usually I don't, but the ending is perfect. And that elevates it to my favorite gangster movie ever. Loved your reaction and commentary, it was very insightful about the movie process.
Some other good movies starring Denzel Washington are ‘The Book of Eli’ directed by the Hughes brothers and ‘Inside Man’ directed by Spike Lee. The first time I ever saw Denzel Washington was in the movie ‘Glory.’ His acting in one particular scene where he did not say a single word was beyond incredible and was absolutely worthy of his Oscar win for his performance. I still tear up thinking about it.
Amazing movie, definitely in my top 20 of all time. So many outstanding performances, but Ruby Dee as Mama Lucas always stood out to me the most...when she tried to walk him in off the ledge and warned him that both his wife and herself would leave him if he started killing cops...SO POWERFUL!!! Always fun when i find an old reaction that you've done that i haven't seen already, especially when it's a movie i really love! hope you're having a safe and happy holiday season!
It's a great point you made about T.I. wanting to be like his uncle Frank but the way they did it made it as much of a surprise to us as it probably was to Frank.
Saw the big short for the first time yesterday. Great film. Didn't expect it to be as funny and engaging as it was. Being about banking & house pricing.
Still is and probably will always be my favorite Denzel Washington movie. One of my favorite quotes is "See, you are what you are in this world. That's either one of two things: Either you're somebody, or you ain't nobody."
The sunglasses scene (where he takes off Chiwetal’s glasses and knocks down the vase) was completely improvised by Denzel. This just shows you how much of a powerful and intense method actor he is.
Bro, I seriously love your channel. I'm such a movie buff, and I love all aspects of film, so it's nice to see someone who doesn't just comment on the storyline, but on the filming techniques, lighting, camera angles, directing. Just really enjoy your work. If you've never seen Scream, I'd be super interested to know your thoughts. Keep up the great work 👍
This is one of my top favorite all time movies ever and the fact that its based on a real person makes it even better. Also I was able to learn many important and useful things about this movie like that lesson he's says about cutting the middleman and going directly to the producer to get the cheapest option. Also to not let things stop you from taking business decisions ( If you see an opportunity take it and don't discourage user self with what if scenarios )
James you are very good about interacting with people in the comments. You've commented on a couple of my comments and I really appreciate it alot. Just makes me feel more involved and connected to the channel. I'd still watch either way though cuz youre dope. Peace bro!
Sup James, been a fan since Snowpiercer. Should check out “The Aviator” if you haven’t already. It’s a Leo DiCaprio & Martin Scorsese film and is about Howard Hughes. One of my favourites and also a great depiction of undiagnosed OCD.
@@JamesVSCinema I'd totally second "The Aviator", that "Shutter Island" and "Catch Me If You Can" are the films that cemented my love of DiCaprio's acting
Hey James, diggin' the channel. Gotta couple of recs from the crime drama/thriller, gangster, heist genres that have been good recent rewatches. Not sure if you've done them yet: The Untouchables / Sexy Beast / Lynch's 'Wild At Heart' / True Romance / The Orig. 'Point Blank' / & The Bank Job. Keep up the good work, man!
Watched a few of your videos and just subscribed. Great reactions. I’ve been on a war movie binge lately. “Full metal jacket” and “saving private Ryan” are a few good ones if u haven’t seen them yet. The cinematography in “Ryan” when they land on the beach in Normandy is awesome. Keep up the good work.
I had seen this when it released. I put it on Netflix the other night and BANG; the guy on fire. My goodness. At least they fed him some rounds. How did I forget that scene from the theater!? It turned my stomach, just as Tommy knifing " Phil ' run home and get your shinebox ' Leotardo " in the opening moments of Goodfellas..
Lol when Denzel tell him to take the sunglasses off and when he hits the bucket across the room that was improv the other actors weren't expecting that, always makes me laugh it was so perfect, he's my favorite actor of all time, also Man on Fire is my favorite movie he has done! hope you get around to that one!
I always watch through the full length for my favorites then come here to get your end review. I'd love to see the outro on the Patreon uploads as well, but either way, keep up the great work!
I love your reactions!! Your enthusiasm for the visual medium is really inspiring. Have you considered watching the first season of True Detective. You put it on the poll and it'll win against any show. Those 8 hours will change your life.
I really enjoy watching your reviews! Please review "La Linea" (The Line). Filmed in Tijuana Mexico it's the story of a U.S. government assassin sent to Mexico to "intervene" in a Cartel deal with potential terrorists. It has an all star cast with Andy Garcia,Ray Liotta, Danny Trejo, Esai Morales, Armande Asante, and Joe Morton. It's an amazing Oscar worthy film that got very little recognition.
I got to see this movie at an early screening and absolutely loved it. I do like the ending in the extended version a little better though. Denzel had several great collaborations with the late Tony Scott, but this one with his brother Ridley is very notable. I could watch this movie anytime. P.S. Denzel Washington and Russel Crowe worked previously years before in a movie called Virtuosity from 1995.
There's this great Charlie Rose interview w/ Denzel, Crowe, Frank Lucas and Richie Roberts. Remember Denzel saying that he realized right away that he couldn't observe Frank when preparing for the role because of how charismatic he is to the point of manipulation, but watched him shoot one of his brothers the coldest stare in the middle of a conversation that it shut him up like a child. 🔥
This is a really underrated film. Much more interesting than Training Day, in my opinion. And Denzel's performance is just so much more nuanced and powerful than it was in that film.
You have two amazing actors in Washington and Crowe, each owning their scenes. They also have so few scenes together. Another great one with Washington, and oddly enough Ejifor, is Inside Man by Spike Lee. Another one with an amazing cast
40,000? I think this is just the beginning James. Your videos are entertaining and insightful, and your film choices are excellent. I'll be sticking around to see how far your channel goes. Oh, check out Bladerunner if you haven't already - would love to see your take on this.
I remember I watched the shit outta this when it came out on DVD when I was in 7th grade. Picked up many lessons while watching this film that stay with me today.
I like that T.I's characters fascination with Frank is out of the blue, the viewer doesnt see it coming the same way Frank doesn't see it coming until it's too late
Firstly, I'd like to finally comment under your vid. You are such an incredible reactor and I really love the whole vibe of the channel. Thanks for making content mate. Secondly, have you seen Training Day? Netted Denzel an Oscar.
Yesterday I was rewatching your reaction to City of God and wondering whether you've had watched American Gangster already. Glad I can watch your comments on this one too.
I feel like we're seeing Frank's plotlimes through Frank's perspective, so when his nephew said "I want to be you" we are surprised by it because Frank was surprised by it. Frank didn't notice so the camera didn't notice. I think it takes away from Frank's storyline if we go in to his scenes with a birds eye view. Part of that claustrophobic atmosphere you mentioned, we are in this story on the ground level too, so we only see what Frank sees or what Russell Crowe sees (I forget his characters name). Just my two cents, love the videos man!
A good choice. You really, really should consider reacting to a movie called NARC starring Ray Liotta and Jason Patrick. A very underrated film. It's a dark, gritty cop thriller/mystery. It has some interesting cinematography too. Hope you get to it at some point.
Oh I love this movie, but i have seen it way too often. For some reason this became like a "always on tv" movie where I live. It´s like any random day you can turn the tv on and hey American gangster is on again.
Remember when Frank Lucas says “Take them goddamn sunglasses off!” you better not end up like either his lil bro Huey or that guy in the guy standing next to him who got soaked with bucket of water 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
This is a different ending then when I first saw the movie! Idk if I saw the original ending or what. But the version I've seen it ends after he walks out of prison, standing on the sidewalk with the modern cars and music and a slow zoom on Frank, and then cut to credits! I wonder when they added this new one?
So weird, that Denzel didn't win the Oscar for this movie. He won it for Training Day. The only other Oscar he won was for "Glory". The most underappreciated actor in Hollywood.
American Gangster is one of the greatest american biographical crime movies of all time. The story, performance's, music, direction, screenplay, visuals, editing, and cinematography was outstanding and incredible. Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe did a phenomenal and spectacular job portraying Frank Lucas and Richie Roberts as they both put tons of emotion and depth into their roles. It was decent. To this day I still watch it and I consider it a classic. It never gets old. 😍😎👍💯
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Fantastic film. Brilliant performances. Well crafted story.
Please react to Devil In A Blue Dress.
Oh and if you want to go retro classic Serpico and the French Cinnection are must see's!
Loved the reaction! American Gangster is actually my second favorite Denzel Washington movie. The first is ‘Flight’. Great movie! He was actually nominated for an Oscar for it. Please react to it if you haven’t seen it.
I like your videos
Man on Fire is another excellent movie featuring Denzel.
@James VS Cinema - I'd like to 2nd this recommendation. If you haven't seen Man on Fire, it is one of my favorite films from that decade. Denzel absolutely hits it out of the park!
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Yeah you gotta see Man On Fire.
I’d like the see James’ opinion on Man on Fire’s editing. I think it’s a good movie but SERIOUSLY over-edited. There are sequences where the editing is so distracting that it makes it hard to follow what’s going on. But that’s my opinion.
@@lostintechnicolor Agreed. I always say it works well with the character, but it is a little overdone.
Denzel is an actor I just can not picture playing a villain, as he is so friendly. But when I see him play a villain, I can not imagine him playing a protagonist as he looks like the sort of person who would gun you down for just looking at him wrong.
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I must agree, wholeheartedly!
I believe "Equalizer I" was my favorite, I thought "Equalizer 2" was an interesting sequel, as well.
Good night.
Interesting fact about the production of this film is that Denzel Washington was paid twice. He was given a 20 million dollar pay-for-play deal when it was going to be directed by Antoine Fuqua. The project fell apart for one reason or another and Washington was paid 20 million. Then, when Ridley Scott was attached he wanted Denzel, so the man got another 20 million.
dude deserves it. he definitely gave a 40 million dollar performance
@@Lazrael32 Yup.
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Interesting but he definitely deserved another Oscar for this even more so than Training Day.
As he should!
ugh that scene with the sugar is so iconic. Denzel is really like no other. Also have to throw in a rec for Nightcrawler, I know you love Jake G so Nightcrawler is a must see IMO
I support that rec. I went into that movie thinking I’d be bored and I was BLOWN AWAY.
I also second this recommendation. Extremely underrated, I love this movie.
Nigthcrawler is a great movie
If I remember James said he did see Nightcrawler so it's possible we might not get a reaction to that even tho I would still love to see him react to that film even tho he did see it
And End of Watch with Jake Gyllenhal and Michael Pena
Reaction to The Departed please. One of the best films ever made, and one of the best crime films ever put together.
I’ve seen that awhile back!
Then you watch infernal affairs, it inspired both the departed and sleeping dogs
@@Billy-uk2dj Saw it after The Departed and I can definitely see the inspiration.
I'd definitely recommend Infernal Affairs. I think it's superior to Scorsese's remake, and I love Scorsese.
Weirdly enough, I found this movie really rewatchable, seen it like 6 times already, dunno what kept pulling me back, gonna give it a 7th watch, its been a couple a years
It has that affect!
This film is so accurate in its NYC - South depiction, I Love the fact that he bring his southern family down to the city, most black American New York families are from the south & during these times (great migration) folks were coming to the north for better opportunities. So accurate and so beautiful.
"High frame rate, somethings about to happen." I never think like this, it's really cool you notice things like that.
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One of my favourite movies ever. For a 3 hour long crime drama it is really rewatchable too because of how well everything comes together. Time really flies with this one.
nothing i love more than denzel saying "my man!" in his movies.
And btw i love your videos. I learn so much from you, sometimes to the point that i feel stupid for not noticing all the details that you notice. Would love to see a movie from you someday.
Hahaha happy to hear! And stay tuned my friend! 🙏🏽
Ladies and gentlemen... Ridley Scott.
Even his first flick, The Duellists, still holds up magnificently and showcases how much of a master craftsman he was way back when. A worthy film to check out.
I hope you try Scorsese's Mean Streets as well.
I remember first seeing The Duelists. I tried to keep my expectations low because it was his first, but I loved it.
man Mean Streets is great, you can already see scorsese’s style forming up, and seeing de niro, harvey keitel and david proval looking so young is cool too, I mean de niro was like 28 when they shot the film in 1972
Love The Duelists, great debut film.
@@ravenlunatic8 Same. And as the years have gone by, I keep revisiting it and can't help but admire just how confident each scene is. Like, right out of the starters gate he had a master's touch. the mice, the dripping water, so many characteristics and flourishes that would stay with him.
“Frank, Quitting While You’re Still Ahead, Is Not The Same Thing As Quitting.”
Not only an awesome line, but one that makes sense!
FLIGHT is a fantastic Denzel movie. Surprised at how much I liked it.
“Gimme A Vodka Neat And A Cocoa Puff!”
Flight is a really good movie.
Might be my fav performance by Denzel besides him in Training Day and Malcolm X
So is Unstoppable, directed by Ridley's brother.
It is a good movie.
Man, I forget how stacked this cast is.
Straight bangers of movies the past few months! As always your insights are always the best, excited for more content to come and hope all is well with you
Happy to hear this, truly!! Hope your day is well!
It's amazing how denzel passed his talent and charisma onto to his son
Still have to see Tenet!
@@JamesVSCinema I loved it, the film does things I love about cinema
YES YES YES YES YES. This movie is one of my all-time favorites. I'm so glad you're watching this. Keep up the immaculate videos man!
Much love!! Will keep em coming!!
It’s very refreshing to watch someone so honest and genuine in their videos
My favorite thing about this is the way they contrast between Frank and Richie. Frank is living a beautiful life. He has a beautiful house, a beautiful family... Everything about his life, apart from the way he makes his money, is so wholesome. The scene where his family is eating dinner is straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting (Seriously, look up his paining 'Freedom from Want' if you have not seen it before). Richie is not a great guy. If you knew him outside of work you would think he was morally bankrupt, but he does his job the way he should.
The way he shot Idris Elba...MY MAN!
This is the extended cut of the movie that you're watching and I haven't seen that it adds 18 more minutes of the film plus an alternate ending. Great reaction. Definitely one of my favorite Ridley Scott films and one of my favorite Denzel Washington performances.
Love this film. 2 of my favourite leads, and the supporting cast is amazing, as is the film making. Never thought about the opportunity to show his nephew like suggested but that would have been a real nice touch. Thanks for sharing your thoughts like this, it's real interesting getting a more knowledgeable take on these films. Stay safe mate.
One of my all time favs, gotta love that cafe scene, "You are what you are in this world either your somebody or nobody" Love it! + I hope your well and life is good :)
As a fellow movie buff I’d love to sit down and watch a movie with you, none of my friends enjoy movies like I do so I end up watching them alone.🥲 This is definitely one of my favorite Denzel movies, he’s just incredible. Glad to see your channel continuing to grow, keep on grinding man! 👊🏻
For sure!! Some day my friend! Who knows maybe I’ll be in a virtual reality someday and we can do that lol! Cheers!
i feel ya. Theres nothing worse than watching a movie with people and you want to talk to them about and all they can say is 'it was good'. Like they dont even really care to watch it.
@@dash4800 I love to sit and watch a movie and then discuss it, even dumb movies, doesn’t matter. Yet most of my friends don’t have the attention span for a long movie or the patience for a slow burn... So we end up watching crap action or horror movies, which I still enjoy a lot, but man... There’s nothing worse than watching an amazing movie and not being able to chat about to. 😪
@@JamesVSCinema Haha that would be dope, oh well, I’ll just keep watching movies alone and then seeing if you or Brandon have seen them and gauge your reactions. 👀
At 12:13, the big white house that he bought for his Mom....I lived in that house from 2009 to 2012. It's in Briarcliff Manor NY in Westchester. It's about 1/2 hour north of the city. It was an amazing place. We had 22.5 acres over-looking the Hudson River. We had dirt motor cycles for riding in the trails, snow mobiles, a lake with endless bass. It was amazing. The house was built in 1825 an was used a s a trading post after The Revolutionary war. It was located on the main road, RTE 9, and later it was dismantled and carried up the hill on Scarsborough Road via horse and buggy and reassembled. The name of the estate is Ash Ridge. It's a magical place. I'll always remember it with fondness.
Denzel just owns the screen in this movie. Straight beast.
Also, watch Hell or Highwater, lol. I'll keep mentioning it until you watch it, it's phenomenal.
Amazing movie, I really hope he watches it soon!!
Ben Foster in that film is phenomenal. Chris Pine is superb
@@rowansimpson6558 every performance in that movie is incredible, down to the sassy waitress lol. Ben Foster does stand at the top though. He's incredible in that movie.
I really like the ending. With films like these usually I don't, but the ending is perfect. And that elevates it to my favorite gangster movie ever. Loved your reaction and commentary, it was very insightful about the movie process.
Thank you for your perspective!
Please react to Ad Astra, No Country for Old Men, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. I think you’d love those movies
Some other good movies starring Denzel Washington are ‘The Book of Eli’ directed by the Hughes brothers and ‘Inside Man’ directed by Spike Lee. The first time I ever saw Denzel Washington was in the movie ‘Glory.’ His acting in one particular scene where he did not say a single word was beyond incredible and was absolutely worthy of his Oscar win for his performance. I still tear up thinking about it.
This one was nominated for the Oscar for Best Achievement in Art Direction
Amazing movie, definitely in my top 20 of all time. So many outstanding performances, but Ruby Dee as Mama Lucas always stood out to me the most...when she tried to walk him in off the ledge and warned him that both his wife and herself would leave him if he started killing cops...SO POWERFUL!!!
Always fun when i find an old reaction that you've done that i haven't seen already, especially when it's a movie i really love!
hope you're having a safe and happy holiday season!
Ruby earned an Oscar nomination for playing Mama Lucas.
This is the movie that got me into the gangster movie genre. Thank you for the amazing reaction!:) Love this movie very much!!:)
Anytime!! Happy to hear that!
No way! YES! such an amazing film! excited to watch. cheers
Him and chiwitel ejiofor reminded me of Inside Man, gotta react to that too if you haven’t seen
Really great movie too!
Man your movie choices are undefeated man everyone’s a banger
Happy to hear Rick! Let’s keep em coming!
The cinematographer was Harris Savides, who also did Zodiac which was released that same year in 2007.
It's a great point you made about T.I. wanting to be like his uncle Frank but the way they did it made it as much of a surprise to us as it probably was to Frank.
I can see that!
Saw the big short for the first time yesterday. Great film. Didn't expect it to be as funny and engaging as it was. Being about banking & house pricing.
Now watch ‘Margin Call’.
@@fredbloggs5902 i actually as the trailer for that last night after going down a little rabbit hole. I take it it's good?
@@lungfulldrummer8921 - it covers the same period from a different perspective. It’s excellent in my opinion with a great cast.
@@fredbloggs5902 nice. I'll be hunting out down soon I would think. Cheers.
@@fredbloggs5902 watched it. Really enjoyed it.
Still is and probably will always be my favorite Denzel Washington movie. One of my favorite quotes is "See, you are what you are in this world. That's either one of two things: Either you're somebody, or you ain't nobody."
The sunglasses scene (where he takes off Chiwetal’s glasses and knocks down the vase) was completely improvised by Denzel. This just shows you how much of a powerful and intense method actor he is.
Bro, I seriously love your channel. I'm such a movie buff, and I love all aspects of film, so it's nice to see someone who doesn't just comment on the storyline, but on the filming techniques, lighting, camera angles, directing. Just really enjoy your work.
If you've never seen Scream, I'd be super interested to know your thoughts. Keep up the great work 👍
Hey man that’s awesome to hear!! Thank you!
This is one of my top favorite all time movies ever and the fact that its based on a real person makes it even better. Also I was able to learn many important and useful things about this movie like that lesson he's says about cutting the middleman and going directly to the producer to get the cheapest option. Also to not let things stop you from taking business decisions ( If you see an opportunity take it and don't discourage user self with what if scenarios )
Love the review! Can't wait for the next.
FYI: Frank and Ritchie actually became somewhat friends in real life! They both actually did some collaboration on this movie!
James you are very good about interacting with people in the comments. You've commented on a couple of my comments and I really appreciate it alot. Just makes me feel more involved and connected to the channel. I'd still watch either way though cuz youre dope. Peace bro!
Sup James, been a fan since Snowpiercer. Should check out “The Aviator” if you haven’t already. It’s a Leo DiCaprio & Martin Scorsese film and is about Howard Hughes. One of my favourites and also a great depiction of undiagnosed OCD.
You are an OG! Haha, I’ll take note of this!
@@JamesVSCinema I'd totally second "The Aviator", that "Shutter Island" and "Catch Me If You Can" are the films that cemented my love of DiCaprio's acting
@@kingkarlito He grabbed me way back in the day with Gilbert Grape and Basketball Diaries. Man has always been a great actor
Hey James, diggin' the channel. Gotta couple of recs from the crime drama/thriller, gangster, heist genres that have been good recent rewatches. Not sure if you've done them yet: The Untouchables / Sexy Beast / Lynch's 'Wild At Heart' / True Romance / The Orig. 'Point Blank' / & The Bank Job. Keep up the good work, man!
Watched a few of your videos and just subscribed. Great reactions. I’ve been on a war movie binge lately. “Full metal jacket” and “saving private Ryan” are a few good ones if u haven’t seen them yet. The cinematography in “Ryan” when they land on the beach in Normandy is awesome. Keep up the good work.
I had seen this when it released. I put it on Netflix the other night and BANG; the guy on fire. My goodness. At least they fed him some rounds.
How did I forget that scene from the theater!? It turned my stomach, just as Tommy knifing " Phil ' run home and get your shinebox ' Leotardo " in the opening moments of Goodfellas..
Lol when Denzel tell him to take the sunglasses off and when he hits the bucket across the room that was improv the other actors weren't expecting that, always makes me laugh it was so perfect, he's my favorite actor of all time, also Man on Fire is my favorite movie he has done! hope you get around to that one!
Denzel is one of my favorite actors. I have nothing but respect for that man
I really enjoyed your commentary in this one. I can tell you're someone who actually has studied film and story
A good followup to this would be Denzel's film _Roman J. Israel, Esq.,_ wherein he plays a civil rights lawyer.
I always watch through the full length for my favorites then come here to get your end review. I'd love to see the outro on the Patreon uploads as well, but either way, keep up the great work!
A good one to check out with a similar New York crime story vibe is Pride & Glory. Quite an under-rated film.
A brilliant film love Denzel’s and Russell’s performances and the score was brilliant .
No one brings up Crimson Tide w/ Denzel when they talk about his movies, but that one is great.
Agreed. I think the same thing about The Siege. Seriously underrated Denzel performance.
Loved that one. Also, I don't often hear 'Fallen' being spoken about either.
One of my favorite channels to watch rn 🙏
Denzel and Chewetel working together again. Great combo. This and Inside Man.
I recomend the movie BirdMan Starring Micheal Keaton.
I think you will find it really compelling. It gives off The Life Aquatic vibes.
I love your reactions!! Your enthusiasm for the visual medium is really inspiring. Have you considered watching the first season of True Detective. You put it on the poll and it'll win against any show. Those 8 hours will change your life.
Another great vid! love the videos, keep up the great work.
I love that you watch movies with your mum. I used to play games with mine and it was really nice.
I really enjoy watching your reviews! Please review "La Linea" (The Line). Filmed in Tijuana Mexico it's the story of a U.S. government assassin sent to Mexico to "intervene" in a Cartel deal with potential terrorists. It has an all star cast with Andy Garcia,Ray Liotta, Danny Trejo, Esai Morales, Armande Asante, and Joe Morton. It's an amazing Oscar worthy film that got very little recognition.
Need to watch this again myself. Great reaction
Thank you!
I got to see this movie at an early screening and absolutely loved it. I do like the ending in the extended version a little better though.
Denzel had several great collaborations with the late Tony Scott, but this one with his brother Ridley is very notable. I could watch this movie anytime.
P.S. Denzel Washington and Russel Crowe worked previously years before in a movie called Virtuosity from 1995.
Oh nice!! They have incredible scenes!
Dude this movie is so good. Glad you got around to it!
Damm bro, what a timing!! I just watched in the weekend, I really liked this movie. One of the best mob movies ever
I loved the scenography
There's this great Charlie Rose interview w/ Denzel, Crowe, Frank Lucas and Richie Roberts. Remember Denzel saying that he realized right away that he couldn't observe Frank when preparing for the role because of how charismatic he is to the point of manipulation, but watched him shoot one of his brothers the coldest stare in the middle of a conversation that it shut him up like a child. 🔥
Hope Public Enemies (that one with Johnny Depp) is somewhere on the list too.
This is a really underrated film. Much more interesting than Training Day, in my opinion. And Denzel's performance is just so much more nuanced and powerful than it was in that film.
The high frame rate during action sequences is a Ridley Scott signature move
26:13 The song choice of amazing grace is also a great film making decision. Usually sung at funerals... it's Franks funeral in a sense
Can never go wrong with Denzel man. Hope you good James. Much love to you
Much love to you too brotha!
You have two amazing actors in Washington and Crowe, each owning their scenes. They also have so few scenes together.
Another great one with Washington, and oddly enough Ejifor, is Inside Man by Spike Lee. Another one with an amazing cast
40,000? I think this is just the beginning James.
Your videos are entertaining and insightful, and your film choices are excellent.
I'll be sticking around to see how far your channel goes.
Oh, check out Bladerunner if you haven't already - would love to see your take on this.
Wow I can't believe I didn't realize what an ensemble cast this movie had
I remember I watched the shit outta this when it came out on DVD when I was in 7th grade. Picked up many lessons while watching this film that stay with me today.
I like that T.I's characters fascination with Frank is out of the blue, the viewer doesnt see it coming the same way Frank doesn't see it coming until it's too late
My favourite Denzel movie is probably still Deja Vu. Amazing, underappreciated movie, would love to see a reaction to it!
Firstly, I'd like to finally comment under your vid. You are such an incredible reactor and I really love the whole vibe of the channel. Thanks for making content mate.
Secondly, have you seen Training Day? Netted Denzel an Oscar.
Yesterday I was rewatching your reaction to City of God and wondering whether you've had watched American Gangster already. Glad I can watch your comments on this one too.
He knows both sides of himself...thats what makes him so powerful. ...great insight James
Glad you took notice to that!
His mother was played by Ruby D, a legend actress.
I feel like we're seeing Frank's plotlimes through Frank's perspective, so when his nephew said "I want to be you" we are surprised by it because Frank was surprised by it. Frank didn't notice so the camera didn't notice.
I think it takes away from Frank's storyline if we go in to his scenes with a birds eye view. Part of that claustrophobic atmosphere you mentioned, we are in this story on the ground level too, so we only see what Frank sees or what Russell Crowe sees (I forget his characters name).
Just my two cents, love the videos man!
That's a real interesting idea, I like it a lot. I thought James suggestion was good, but this is great too lol.
Ur reaction to this is very entertaining. Subscribed ❤️
Thanks for subbing!
This is a classic! Great review!
Denzel, Russel, Brolin, Cuba Gooding, Common, T.I., Idris Elba. Wow, All-star cast!!
I got to Pre-Screen this movie while in college before it came out and it's flipping awesome!
A good choice.
You really, really should consider reacting to a movie called NARC starring Ray Liotta and Jason Patrick.
A very underrated film.
It's a dark, gritty cop thriller/mystery. It has some interesting cinematography too.
Hope you get to it at some point.
Did you notice the high staircase? It was the same one in Joker.
Oh I love this movie, but i have seen it way too often. For some reason this became like a "always on tv" movie where I live. It´s like any random day you can turn the tv on and hey American gangster is on again.
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Remember when Frank Lucas says “Take them goddamn sunglasses off!” you better not end up like either his lil bro Huey or that guy in the guy standing next to him who got soaked with bucket of water 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
This is a different ending then when I first saw the movie! Idk if I saw the original ending or what. But the version I've seen it ends after he walks out of prison, standing on the sidewalk with the modern cars and music and a slow zoom on Frank, and then cut to credits! I wonder when they added this new one?
Great Reaction this movie is under appreciated
Hopefully I showed my appreciation towards it!
So weird, that Denzel didn't win the Oscar
for this movie. He won it for Training Day.
The only other Oscar he won was for "Glory".
The most underappreciated actor in Hollywood.
Training Day is my favorite Denzel movie. He won an Oscar for his performance.
American Gangster is one of the greatest american biographical crime movies of all time. The story, performance's, music, direction, screenplay, visuals, editing, and cinematography was outstanding and incredible. Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe did a phenomenal and spectacular job portraying Frank Lucas and Richie Roberts as they both put tons of emotion and depth into their roles. It was decent. To this day I still watch it and I consider it a classic. It never gets old. 😍😎👍💯