"When you find yourself in a situation where you have to beat the devil, usually it's a fiddle contest or a game of strategy." You forgot the most common form: cleaning paintbrushes
I like the one where the war veteran returns from foreign battles to f8nd everything hehe loved gone.. seconds from self-annihilation the devil appears as a horrible, stinky, shit-smeared goatman with this challenge- look up on me, and live as I appear for seven long year here amongst these people and live, and let all live too. You will not attend to your body in any way save base nourishment, security and warmth. A whipped dog shall exist grander than thee. Two things- your pockets will never be without change, and you mustn't experience anything but sorrow for seven years too. Deal?
How great is this. Just came in the door. Worked all day, bought a pizza. Sat down. And now it’s my favorite people on TH-cam. It’s going to be a good evening.
Ever since I wandered into this community after randomly finding The Great Silence episode when it came out, I've always felt a part of like a super secret, super cool club.
@@morwennaforatenner604 Oh, it was right when The Great Silence episode came out, almost 5 years ago! Long time viewer and "customer", so glad to be along for the ride!
I'm totally with you! I joined when I wanted to find a review of Zabriskie Point and happened upon their episode for it--I've been a dedicated follower ever since, going about 3 years now (and yes, it is a wonderful, secret club for movie buffs!)
One thing about Dancing In The Dark: Remember when Craig said you can sing certain songs with a Southern accent and they can become country songs? This song is an example of something different, but similar. If you sing this song just slowed down, you can make it into an outright ballad. Others are like that, but this is my outright favorite example, it works better than when most people try and reinvent their songs. I've been doing this one since I was a teenager, it's amazing.
Matt, I had the same discussion with my dad about The Devil Went Down to Georgia. He argued that the Devil was only "better" because of his backing band, where as Johnny rosined up that bow, and played the fiddle on his own, and since it was a fiddle contest and not a big band contest, the Devil had to admit he was hiding his flaws behind the band whereas Johnny showed better raw and pure fiddle skills. A good portion of the Devil's section is a standing bass solo, after all.
My last name is very similar to Bruce Springsteen's. As long as I can remember, people have asked me if I'm related to him. Maybe I am? Probably not, but he's Jewish, and I'm part Jewish, so it's possible. Maybe. Edit: holy crap! I wasn't expecting you to answer my question about Mr Hobbs Takes a Vacation! What an unexpected surprise! She'll be thrilled to hear your answer! Thank you for taking the time and watching it, Matt!
I am a long time viewer and I absolutely adore you gentlemen. Have you ever considered experimenting with an entire series based around just the "seen it" portion of the show? Your short commentaries are brilliant.
I'd like to see a month of Remakes. Watch remakes of films you have previously watched on Welcome to the Basement. For example, Bedazzled starring Brendan Fraser and Elizabeth Hurley, directed by Harold Ramis. Seen it?
I'm 25, and I would say the same, but I also think I've seen it in more recent cartoons? I think the use of the hot water bottle as a cartoon visual trope has outlived the use of the hot water bottle as an actual device.
25 as well here. I've seen a couple empty ones IRL, never seen one in use though. Had to look up its uses when Craig mentioned using it in bed, just thought it was a medical thing.
27 year old here to say you've taught me what a hot water bottle is. Up until now I only knew it as that thing they find in Squidwards bed on that one episode of Spongebob where they think they've gone to the moon.
Any time I watch one of the films you guys showcase, I attempt to imagine who they would cast if they made it today. So far I've decided on Ryan Gosling as Humphrey Bogart, and Triumph the Comic Insult Dog as Gina Lollabrigida.
This looks like an awesome movie because of the chaos and Tarintino like dialogue. I've never heard of this movie before and I gotta see it. I gotta find this movie and watch it
Jennifer Jones won the Oscar for Best Actress for Song of Bernadette 1944(?) - her career suffered some after the win, leading to the myth of an Oscar curse
Hey Matt and Craig!! Have you two seen Batman Forever? I loved it as a child and still love it as an adult, cheesiness and all! Also, I think Val Kilmer and Chris O’Donnell did great as the Dynamic Duo.
When I think of John Huston, I think of a sort of filmic literary figure, adapting stage plays like 'Night of the Iguana,' and working with Truman Capote. And then I remember his role in 'Battle for the Planet of the Apes.' And then I can't help but imagine an Apes movie with screenplay by Tennessee Williams. BTW: 'Night of the Iguana'.... SEEN IT?
I just finished 12 Minkeys and I was immersed. I feel like the last couple seasons story-wise went off the rails (or 'splinter'ed) but there was some great dialogue and some great individual episodes.
This was quite the odd movie. You two should watch the animation of KOJO TANNO on youtube. You can't really watch them on the show, but they're only a couple minutes each and they're really well put together. Thanks for the show guys.
Also, I was in Sweet Charity, a local theatre production. Ans yeah. The church of love is fun to preform, but it's out of place, it's bizarre. It just doesn't seem like it's from the same show? Also if you do watch the animations from KOJO TANNO, I would love it if you talked about them on unboxing or something.
25 year old checking in here - I very much know about hot water bottles, have used them throughout my life Can't speak for the heathens five years younger than me, though
In light of the Disney live action Mulan movie turning out terrible, you two should watch Mulan: Rise of a Warrior. Its a Chinese live action version if the story that focusses on both Mulan’s connection to her fellow soldiers and the need to hold to her duty as both warrior and a daughter. Zhao Wei does an amazing job showing the emotions brought on by the hard decisions Mulan must make. Its also stars Jaycee Chan, son of the always epic Jackie Chan.
I watched Mulan: Rise of a Warrior a long time ago, and I personally just thought it was ok, even though I'm a fan of Zhao Wei. I'm not sure if she was directed badly, but I didn't feel much depth in her performance. I also found it slowly paced, and despite the focus on emotions and Mulans internal conflict, it had a hard time making me feel things for the characters. The focus on emotions also meant that everything was kind of fast-forwarded-- the epic war with the Rourans in general is downplayed in favor of small battles or stalemates with lots of melancholy. They also did not address the fact that Mulan barely hides her gender, and doesn't even change her name to enlist (in fact she is recognized because she uses the same name). I recognize they didn't want to make the gender-bending a focal point, but to ignore it completely made it feel distracting. To me, it felt like the scriptwriter and directors were scared to truly give a woman strength and power; in lead up to major battles she is often saved. At one point characters lie to her to make her strong and unattached. This is just my interpretation, but it almost seemed like the movie focused on 'feelings' because she is a woman and that's what women do. It could have been amazing but it fell flat to me. It's supposed to be in the vein of the Ballad of Mulan but it felt like a trussed up love story. I feel like part of its rise in popularity lately is simply because people are comparing it to the 2020 Disney version and the Chinese version is obviously superior comparatively. But I watched it ten years ago, before all the hoopla, and I thought it was just ok. I'm still looking for a good interpretation of the Ballad of Mulan.
I don't know why, but seeing Peter Lorre this particular day has finally inspired me to wonder if there is interview footage with him, and how much he exaggerated his voice for movies...if at all. Hmm.
I will never understand how anyone likes Springsteen. I find him boring and just ok. I"m On Fire I think is the only song I can tolerate and won't change the station when it plays. He's just not that god to me. Same with Elvis.
I Concur. Rosalita is good, but can't stand most OF his songs, esp Born in the USA. Same for Elvis. A few good songs, but don't understand the hype and obsession. The other Elvis {COSTELLO} SUCKS TOO.
we can stop the masks now cant we. u spend hours side by side on the couch. wear it so u can be seen wearing it, whatever. wearing it all episode long insults my intelligence.
Kindly STFU about the masks already. You have no idea of their medical histories and whether or not anyone they care about is immuno-compromised (for which COVID might well be a life-changing situation), or who they associate with, and you're complaining (constantly, in every video) about them doing the best they can to compromise and bring you a show that, as Craig said, doesn't feel forced or awkward with Zoom, while still being responsible to others. If you don't like to see them wearing masks, fine - feel free to not watch until they can remove them. I guarantee you, they've seen your opinion.
"When you find yourself in a situation where you have to beat the devil, usually it's a fiddle contest or a game of strategy."
You forgot the most common form: cleaning paintbrushes
Thanks Bob Ross.
MrDjWalnut god tier comment
I like the one where the war veteran returns from foreign battles to f8nd everything hehe loved gone.. seconds from self-annihilation the devil appears as a horrible, stinky, shit-smeared goatman with this challenge- look up on me, and live as I appear for seven long year here amongst these people and live, and let all live too. You will not attend to your body in any way save base nourishment, security and warmth. A whipped dog shall exist grander than thee. Two things- your pockets will never be without change, and you mustn't experience anything but sorrow for seven years too. Deal?
How great is this. Just came in the door. Worked all day, bought a pizza. Sat down. And now it’s my favorite people on TH-cam. It’s going to be a good evening.
Ever since I wandered into this community after randomly finding The Great Silence episode when it came out, I've always felt a part of like a super secret, super cool club.
Not sure how long ago you wandered in, but welcome!
@@morwennaforatenner604 Oh, it was right when The Great Silence episode came out, almost 5 years ago! Long time viewer and "customer", so glad to be along for the ride!
I'm totally with you! I joined when I wanted to find a review of Zabriskie Point and happened upon their episode for it--I've been a dedicated follower ever since, going about 3 years now (and yes, it is a wonderful, secret club for movie buffs!)
One thing about Dancing In The Dark: Remember when Craig said you can sing certain songs with a Southern accent and they can become country songs? This song is an example of something different, but similar. If you sing this song just slowed down, you can make it into an outright ballad. Others are like that, but this is my outright favorite example, it works better than when most people try and reinvent their songs. I've been doing this one since I was a teenager, it's amazing.
I love this show! I've been watching for years and it is one of the few shows my whole family is equally invested in. Thanks for all the good vibes.
That dio album art in the background triggered holy diver to play in my head
7:26 You have to watch the Trip to Italy with Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon where they talk about this movie and go to locations
Matt, I had the same discussion with my dad about The Devil Went Down to Georgia. He argued that the Devil was only "better" because of his backing band, where as Johnny rosined up that bow, and played the fiddle on his own, and since it was a fiddle contest and not a big band contest, the Devil had to admit he was hiding his flaws behind the band whereas Johnny showed better raw and pure fiddle skills.
A good portion of the Devil's section is a standing bass solo, after all.
Blatant erasure of the best singing criminals on film, the Soggy Bottom Boys!
Sounds like we need a Seen It: Singing Criminals.
Billy and the Liver Chills
Finally glad to see someone agree with me that the Devil's fiddle play was the stronger of the two!
There's something so funny about Matt going 'Suck ittttttt!'
My last name is very similar to Bruce Springsteen's. As long as I can remember, people have asked me if I'm related to him. Maybe I am? Probably not, but he's Jewish, and I'm part Jewish, so it's possible. Maybe. Edit: holy crap! I wasn't expecting you to answer my question about Mr Hobbs Takes a Vacation! What an unexpected surprise! She'll be thrilled to hear your answer! Thank you for taking the time and watching it, Matt!
Nah, he was raised Catholic.
@@danielfolk5266 ah nuts. As long as I can remember, I thought he was Jewish.
This show needs more views and subs. It's great!
I am a long time viewer and I absolutely adore you gentlemen. Have you ever considered experimenting with an entire series based around just the "seen it" portion of the show? Your short commentaries are brilliant.
At the end when Matt says "That was Baaayyyt..." I just 100% assumed he was rolfing. WORLDS COLLIDE! 😉
@5:14 ...oh Billy... lmao!!!
9:43 If they have to announce that the Captain is sober, that's not a good sign.
You don't want to know the truth about airline pilots then.
I'd like to see a month of Remakes. Watch remakes of films you have previously watched on Welcome to the Basement. For example, Bedazzled starring Brendan Fraser and Elizabeth Hurley, directed by Harold Ramis. Seen it?
Unfortunately yes but your idea is a great one nonetheless.
My ears are burning, the amount of times my name is in this movie.
The Swimmer. Seen it? Is one of my favorite films. It's very dreamy and depressing, but it has a great performance by Burt Lancaster.
I will say I'm 22 and I can recognize a hot water bottle, I think I first saw one in old Disney and/or looney toons cartoons?
I'm 25, and I would say the same, but I also think I've seen it in more recent cartoons? I think the use of the hot water bottle as a cartoon visual trope has outlived the use of the hot water bottle as an actual device.
25 as well here. I've seen a couple empty ones IRL, never seen one in use though. Had to look up its uses when Craig mentioned using it in bed, just thought it was a medical thing.
Did Matt bring in Peter Sellers to dub at 3:26?
24:14: "Bait the Devil."
27 year old here to say you've taught me what a hot water bottle is. Up until now I only knew it as that thing they find in Squidwards bed on that one episode of Spongebob where they think they've gone to the moon.
Any time I watch one of the films you guys showcase, I attempt to imagine who they would cast if they made it today. So far I've decided on Ryan Gosling as Humphrey Bogart, and Triumph the Comic Insult Dog as Gina Lollabrigida.
I had that same Pocket Magnetic Chess and Checker when I was a kid. Pretty sure I lost most of the pieces.
This looks like an awesome movie because of the chaos and Tarintino like dialogue. I've never heard of this movie before and I gotta see it. I gotta find this movie and watch it
She was so excited, she ran up on the stage, was grabbed by the bouncers and ejected!
First she was with Beeelie then she was with Harry who's liver is cheeeely.
I laughed my ass off during this episode. Thanks guys
Jennifer Jones won the Oscar for Best Actress for Song of Bernadette 1944(?) - her career suffered some after the win, leading to the myth of an Oscar curse
And also the girl in the Dancing in the Dark video is a young Courtney Cox...
17:05 I'm 25 and I know what a hot water bottle is. I used them as a kid
I feel like I've seen that exact shot before at 7:19. Was that location also used in Tenet?
DIO!!🤘🤘
Just heard Road House is Showgirls for boys
That dream sequence absolutely *destroyed* A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood for me.
Hey Matt and Craig!! Have you two seen Batman Forever? I loved it as a child and still love it as an adult, cheesiness and all! Also, I think Val Kilmer and Chris O’Donnell did great as the Dynamic Duo.
"That's my favorite head!"
You can also try to beat the devil in a guitar face-off. Seen "Crossroads"?
i forgot about the billy video!!! revisiting now. there's too much blame society lore to keep up with
When I think of John Huston, I think of a sort of filmic literary figure, adapting stage plays like 'Night of the Iguana,' and working with Truman Capote. And then I remember his role in 'Battle for the Planet of the Apes.' And then I can't help but imagine an Apes movie with screenplay by Tennessee Williams. BTW: 'Night of the Iguana'.... SEEN IT?
I just finished 12 Minkeys and I was immersed. I feel like the last couple seasons story-wise went off the rails (or 'splinter'ed) but there was some great dialogue and some great individual episodes.
Minkeys. Lul
Too Wong Foo and The Birdcage!!!!
This is the first I'm hearing of Matt's religious school experience, and it explains quite a lot.
Salut copains! Avez-vous vu le début de Paul Schrader, Blue Collar (1978)? Excusez mon français, je suis suédois en fait...
Jennifer Jones was nominated for five Oscars and won in her first nomination, "The Song of Bernadette".
This was quite the odd movie.
You two should watch the animation of KOJO TANNO on youtube. You can't really watch them on the show, but they're only a couple minutes each and they're really well put together.
Thanks for the show guys.
Also, I was in Sweet Charity, a local theatre production. Ans yeah. The church of love is fun to preform, but it's out of place, it's bizarre. It just doesn't seem like it's from the same show?
Also if you do watch the animations from KOJO TANNO, I would love it if you talked about them on unboxing or something.
Dear Matt and Craig Have you seen the movie Zorba The Greek with Anthony Quinn
25 year old checking in here - I very much know about hot water bottles, have used them throughout my life
Can't speak for the heathens five years younger than me, though
This movie looked like a nightmare haha
What would everyone recommend as the best movie to see more Peter Lorre?
Speaking of singing criminals, I'm guessing that you gentlemen have not seen "Hudson Hawk"?
In light of the Disney live action Mulan movie turning out terrible, you two should watch Mulan: Rise of a Warrior. Its a Chinese live action version if the story that focusses on both Mulan’s connection to her fellow soldiers and the need to hold to her duty as both warrior and a daughter. Zhao Wei does an amazing job showing the emotions brought on by the hard decisions Mulan must make. Its also stars Jaycee Chan, son of the always epic Jackie Chan.
I watched Mulan: Rise of a Warrior a long time ago, and I personally just thought it was ok, even though I'm a fan of Zhao Wei. I'm not sure if she was directed badly, but I didn't feel much depth in her performance. I also found it slowly paced, and despite the focus on emotions and Mulans internal conflict, it had a hard time making me feel things for the characters. The focus on emotions also meant that everything was kind of fast-forwarded-- the epic war with the Rourans in general is downplayed in favor of small battles or stalemates with lots of melancholy. They also did not address the fact that Mulan barely hides her gender, and doesn't even change her name to enlist (in fact she is recognized because she uses the same name). I recognize they didn't want to make the gender-bending a focal point, but to ignore it completely made it feel distracting. To me, it felt like the scriptwriter and directors were scared to truly give a woman strength and power; in lead up to major battles she is often saved. At one point characters lie to her to make her strong and unattached. This is just my interpretation, but it almost seemed like the movie focused on 'feelings' because she is a woman and that's what women do. It could have been amazing but it fell flat to me. It's supposed to be in the vein of the Ballad of Mulan but it felt like a trussed up love story. I feel like part of its rise in popularity lately is simply because people are comparing it to the 2020 Disney version and the Chinese version is obviously superior comparatively. But I watched it ten years ago, before all the hoopla, and I thought it was just ok. I'm still looking for a good interpretation of the Ballad of Mulan.
I have a hot water bottle. But it's a literal bottle; little 32 oz half-growler.
WHAT is this movie? Also, Ernest? I thought he was Aaron.
WHY is this movie?
I don't know why, but seeing Peter Lorre this particular day has finally inspired me to wonder if there is interview footage with him, and how much he exaggerated his voice for movies...if at all. Hmm.
This show is like a running gag: "let's watch every film on planet Earth that Rushy has not heard of".
It's the Swutney Pope Panic
Have You seen Dune?
Any drug store that you can buy a hot water bottle at should be referred to as an “apothecary “. Just because its sounds more old-timey.
Fun fact: Bruce Springsteen actually wrote "Hungry Heart" with the intention of giving it to the Ramones to sing. Imagine that alternate timeline!
JANET Jones, not Jennifer Jones.
Hot water bottles are far more popular in England than America.
My sister is under 20, she uses a hot water bottle for stomach cramps, but she probably got that from my mum
Matt, I hope doing this show is not taking away your love of movies. And if it is, well... that is not something I would wish upon anyone.
I will never understand how anyone likes Springsteen. I find him boring and just ok. I"m On Fire I think is the only song I can tolerate and won't change the station when it plays. He's just not that god to me. Same with Elvis.
I Concur. Rosalita is good, but can't stand most OF his songs, esp Born in the USA. Same for Elvis. A few good songs, but don't understand the hype and obsession. The other Elvis {COSTELLO} SUCKS TOO.
Did your dad work at a slaughterhouse, Craig?
This movie just sort of meanders.
I've seen the movie and you do have an awful print.
we can stop the masks now cant we. u spend hours side by side on the couch. wear it so u can be seen wearing it, whatever. wearing it all episode long insults my intelligence.
No masks.
Kindly STFU about the masks already. You have no idea of their medical histories and whether or not anyone they care about is immuno-compromised (for which COVID might well be a life-changing situation), or who they associate with, and you're complaining (constantly, in every video) about them doing the best they can to compromise and bring you a show that, as Craig said, doesn't feel forced or awkward with Zoom, while still being responsible to others. If you don't like to see them wearing masks, fine - feel free to not watch until they can remove them. I guarantee you, they've seen your opinion.
Nope.
I’ll stop (and watch) when the masks stop.