Commando Review - Off The Shelf Reviews
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- This week Gary and Iain review and discuss, Commando (1985) by Director, Mark L. Lester. Starring, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Rae Dawn Chong and Vernon Wells.
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"Don't disturb my friend, he's dead tired." - John Matrix
Beat me to it 😎👏
“Any carry on luggage?” - stewardess
“Just him” - Matrix
“Open your mouth again and I’ll nail it shut” - Enrique😂
Remember when i said i was not going to watch this review?
...I LIED
Oh. I get it!
“Ooh la la”
A childhood favorite. We wore this VHS out.
I can't believe y'all are just now reviewing Commando. This is an Arnold Schwarzenegger classic! 😎
The commentary track in the DVD is hilarious …
It's worth noting that Commando did the stylised tooling-up montage two years before Sam Raimi did his in Evil Dead II.
Holy shit! This is truly a video game movie. Infinite life, infinite ammo... One man vs infinite men.!!!
Thanks guys... I've been feeling kind of down lately and this review came at just the right time. Sometimes we need dumb yet awesome action movies like this to pick our mood up. Keep the good work coming!!!
@@patrickdukart3298
Hey man, I hope things get better for you.
@@eldorados_lost_searcher thank you... Off the Shelf is helping
A real gem, a product of its time, anchored in the excess of the 80s. Never ever again we'll see that in cinema.
Vernon Wells was in the Australian SAS, now that is a proper Commando
I had a feeling about him, he came across like he might be the only one on set who actually knew what he was doing (aside from any technical advisors on set).
He was also the scary dude with a red Mohawk in Mad Max 2😆
In Mad Max 2, I couldn't believe his missus bought the farm cos of that boomerang...
There is nothing more nostalgic than this! I eat this review for breakfast and right now I'm very hungry! Ulala!
Nice timing on "breakneck pace"! Gary and Iain are my favourite movie reviewers!
This is the one review I've been waiting for! Thanks guys!
The soundtrack is iconic..... You crazy, Gary.
This is the most 80s film ever in the worst and best ways possible - watching it is like stepping back in a time machine
I LOVE THIS MOVIE! IT'S COMMSNDO! One of Arnold's best films! The crony jokes, action everything about this movie makes it legendary! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR REVIEWING THIS ONE!
First time early for film I used to watch with my dad, done by my 2 favourite reviewers, think today is gonna be good one.
Thanks guys
My motorbike broke down later that day and had a 3 hour wait, can’t have it all I guess
I remember when i was a kid seeing the trailer (on some other VHS movie before the main feature - good times) with big Arnie gearing up in his commando equipment and realising it was the same guy from The Terminator, i was sold instantly.
Commando is an 80's gem, over the top fun guaranteed.
Excellent review, cheers guys.
Ah, a childhood favorite! So many great scenes, but the best is when he comes out the damn tool shed like Michael Meyers.
Hilarious review of an 80s classic guys. I love the one liners!
Me dad had this on vhs and we used to watch it every Friday night
I’m not going to mention the irony of watching a commando review whilst actually going commando right now 😍
Ha wicked, I was just thinking the montage looks like Operation Wolf and then you said it seconds after:)
Bill Duke is so cool, great character actor...R.I.P.
Bill Duke is still alive
Good on Arnie realizing his limits and not trying to risk another person's life to show off. Even if it was Sully.
Commando!! Thank you guys! Arnold just plays out his role as a non-stopping war-machine! Love this movie! 👍 Most of the scenes are funny.... pretty much when he pulls up the phonebooth, with the guy inside it! LOL!! legendary!! 👍 but, this is the 80's acion movie!
DICK MILLER
.R.I.P.
🌹💜
was the
SEAN BEAN
of the 1980's
TERMINATOR 1984
KILLBOTS / CHOPPING MALL
V the TV movie
and many more
Best movie. Best collection of continuity mistakes I've ever seen (check the side of the Porsche when it's turned back over). I'm also convinced it's the same music in 48 Hours with Eddie Murphy.
Dudeees I’ve been asking for this one from you for years! Literally like 5yrs I’ve been asking and hoping you guys would do Commando. Finally, let’s gooo!
Arnie had done 'Raw Deal' before this as well. 'Raw Deal' always slips under the radar and gets overlooked.
One of the quintessential action movies of the 80's (where would action movies be today without Arnold and Stallone to pave the way?), thanks for the in-depth review!
@alexgeorge501 Not really a Stallone fan but without Rambo predator commando cobra action wouldn’t have been as big
Absolute gem of a film with so many one liners you will quote for years to come. You can watch it again and again and never get tired of it.
Seriously ❤ you guys and the reviews like 2 old friends
I eat Green Berrets for breakfast, and now I'm Very Hungry
You should check Commando Ninja, it's a nice tribute to 80s action movies.
Predator is my favorite horror/sifi movie ever .yet this movie is all I love about Arnold. This movie remains awesome any time.
I'm sure this was uncut in the UK VHS version. I remember the bloody spike and the scalped guy as a kid, and this was 1987. Probably re-released cut and obviously TV would do that, the prats. I bought a DVD in the 2000s of Predator and the damned thing was cut, too. ZAP to Carl Weathers' arm and it just cuts away with "Uuurrrggggh..."
And a cool review, guys. So funny 😆
The OG UK VHS didn't have the arm being chopped off, but everything else was in there.
I haven't seen this since i was young but it was one of my favourites. Absolutely love this movie. Thanks for the review
The love and enthusiasm for this movie really comes through and made this a supremely enjoyable review to watch.
Commando the musical is worth a watch!
The drums soundtrack is the exact same one as 48 hours with Eddie Murphy.
I knew almost every line of this movie, I love it. And just a great review.
The spanish dubbed version of this film is hilarious! Because it was dubbed for TV they had to keep it PG and it's funny as hell!
Thank you for the review I really enjoyed it.
Commando is a 10/10 for me
This movie is so cheesy and over the top at times, even for when it was made... but it is awesome and enjoyable. I remember borrowing this and Predator at the same time and loving both. Predator is one of my top 5 movies of all time. The 80's were action an entertainment, what more do you need. I've said this before and this is mainly a message for new subscribers. Even if you are just here for this movie or movies like it, give the rest of their channel a go, even if it's the type of movie that you don't think appeals to you. These guys always give their all and make movies so interesting. Blockbuster to budget, Indi to mainstream, classic to new, they explore every genre.
Hey guys, just to correct you on something; The whole story about how Die Hard (1988) was originally a Commando sequel is not true, and is just another of those fake Hollywood myths about alternate sequels that could have been. Similar fake myths include one about how Die Hard With a Vengeance was based on rejected Lethal Weapon 4 script, which is not true, or how Speed 2 was based on rejected Die Hard 3 script, which is also not true. There was however a Commando 2 script which was written in late 80's by Steven E. De Souza and Frank Darabont, which is a great unproduced script, and you can look it up and find the story behind it, and even the PDF copy of it online! I highly recommend checking it out, specially since you are fans of the original film.
Cool story bro but I believe they mentioned it's actually Die Hard 2 that was to be the sequel to Commando. 🤏
@@rogermazuca4582 No, at 7:57 they do mention how first Die Hard was meant to be a sequel to Commando, which again is not true, but the fictional country Val Verde is in both Commando and Die Hard 2, and i think it's also in that unproduced Commando 2 script i was talking about.
FUN FACT
JOHN MATRIX
is also
JOHN DUTCH MATRIX
in PREDATOR 1987
there's a glitch in the
MATRIX
😂
I don't know if it's confirmed anywhere but I always assumed this was the inspiration for Jack from the Tekken series.
Damn he was a Colonel. I thought he was a special forces soldier. I don't know how old he was then. Most people don't make colonel rank before 45.
The soundtrack is great! Especially the steel drums :)
James Horner basically recycled and beefed up his score from Walter Hill's 48 Hours which probably means that the composer was either lazy or the budget was so small that that he had to cut some corners. Either way I personally love the score! It's just so different from anything else with those steel drums going out of control along side with the synths.
Horner did tend to recycle his work. And the main theme of Willow was ripped off from Schumann's 'Rhenish' symphony.
Good review, as always.
Such an amazing film. The perfect "switch your brain off and enjoy" film. On a side note, the teaser trailer for the new Alien film dropped yesterday. Can't wait to hear what you guys think of the final release.
I hope it's even dumber than Covenant.
Commando is an awesome movie
Not a guilty pleasure. Not a good bad movie. A genuinly great movie. It knows what it is, it knows what it wants to be, and executes both flawlessly. No, the direction aint Orson Welles nor Martin Scorsese, but it does the job. There is no greater criteria for quality in my book that that.
It's so sad that I you guys never saw the gore scenes. I remember seeing it on VHS back in the day. I was young.....but I loved it. They even made a Nintendo game with the name Commando.....but had no connection to the movie.
Yes we can all agree...this is cheesy, campy, schlocky, over the top, 80s action with some great one liners, it's also fun as hell to watch. Get together with friends, have some beers 🍻🍻🍻 , turn off the brain & enjoy the ride. 😂😂😂
Your training, Matrix. 💚
You guys didn’t mention that that actor was the general in Alien Resurrection…😅😅😅😂😂😂😂
Yes!
Do Eddie Murphys Golden Child next please
Horner’s soundtrack is pretty much the same as the one he composed for 48 Hrs.
A truly great bad movie. I remember quite a bit of laughter in the theater and thinking "wait, this isn't a comedy" but it really is if you want to enjoy the film. I was expecting a worthy successor to Rambo 2, but ended up with a worthy prequel to Hot Shots.
Commando is deliberately funny.
@@ThreadBomb I'm sure they would like to spin it that way, but at the time it was filmed and marketed as a serious action movie. It wasn't satire or comedy, not intentionally. I wasn't there on set, maybe privately the production team was in on the joke, but at the time this film was supposed to be competing with Rambo as a badass action blockbuster.
How about a Japanese film next lads? I can recommend Harakiri, Sonatine, Rashoman, Onibaba, Fireworks amongst many others.
4/6/2024
3:10am NYS USA time
👍👍
Let off some steam, Bennett! 😂
Can't wait to hear your guys' thoughts on the new trailer for Alien Romulus
I've had several accounts over the years. No body was one if you remember. Your opinion on movies is spot on. Thanks bros
Bennet wanted to ffff’ight Matrix…. For one second I thought
Regarding the deleted sex scene… Interracial lovemaking was still taboo even in 1985! Pretty sure that had something to do with it as well 31:10
Gnarly my dudes.
Gonna scope it.
Plan to join the patreon soon as I can create an account. I owe you guys for introducing me to Sorcerer and some others.
First day I donate im finna request so many movies. Tape Heads is a rarely reviewed flick.
Masterpiece.
1980's 😎.
Thanks
Cheers Kevin - Much appreciated!
This movie is awesome
I fucking adore this movie
It's General Kirby, not Colonel. John McClain is meant to look like an everyman, not John Rambo
one of the best
“ I’m air sick “ 😐
The gardener of this property is going to be pissed lol
I think you guys need to issue a statement of apology for not having reviewed this sooner.
An absolute disgrace.
OHHH HELL YEAH
FAO, Commando is being shown in Cineworld cinema's in April.
Always had a crush on Tommy Chongs daughter.
You remember when i said i wouldn't *turn up?*
Well i lied.
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
This movie was lol but iloved it
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:19 *🎬 Overview of "Commando"*
- "Commando" released in 1985, directed by Mark L. Lester and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
- The film follows Colonel John Matrix, played by Schwarzenegger, who must rescue his kidnapped daughter from a dictator by carrying out a dangerous mission.
- Considered a quintessential 80s action movie, "Commando" features over-the-top action sequences and memorable one-liners, contributing to its enduring popularity.
02:00 *🎥 The enduring appeal of "Commando"*
- "Commando" continues to captivate audiences with its action-packed scenes and entertaining plot.
- Despite its cheesy and over-the-top nature, the film remains a beloved classic for its fun ride and iconic portrayal of Arnold Schwarzenegger as a larger-than-life action hero.
06:07 *🚁 Introduction of Colonel Troutman and initial conflict*
- Colonel Troutman arrives to warn John Matrix about impending danger, leading to a shootout that results in Matrix's capture.
- Matrix's encounter with Colonel Troutman sets the stage for the main conflict of the film, as he is coerced into carrying out a dangerous mission to save his daughter.
10:14 *🎭 Analysis of Dan Hedaya's performance and plot development*
- Dan Hedaya's portrayal of President Arius adds a layer of intrigue to the film, despite his exaggerated accent.
- The plot, while simplistic, attempts to add depth through the introduction of Bennett and the revelation of his history with Matrix, adding complexity to the conflict.
14:44 *🛫 Action-packed escape and introduction of Cindy*
- Matrix's daring escape from the plane and subsequent chase sequence inject adrenaline into the film.
- The introduction of Cindy provides a new dynamic to the storyline, as Matrix enlists her help in pursuing Sully and navigating the challenges ahead.
18:01 *🏬 Commando mall chase sequence and character dynamics*
- Matrix chases Sully through a mall, engaging in over-the-top action.
- Cindy starts to realize Matrix might not be the villain.
- Iconic lines and memorable moments contribute to the sequence's charm.
19:12 *🚗 Chasing Sully and memorable one-liners*
- Matrix's iconic line "Remember, Sully, when I promised to kill you last? I lied."
- Cindy's involvement in the action adds comedic relief.
- Memorable moments showcase the film's mix of humor and action.
20:21 *🔫 Ransacking the motel and action-packed confrontation*
- Matrix and Cindy confront Cook at the motel, leading to a tense fight.
- They gather information about the villain's plans, adding momentum to the plot.
- The scene sets the stage for the final showdown and highlights Matrix's resourcefulness.
22:18 *💥 Matrix's arsenal and comedic action*
- Matrix and Cindy visit a gun store to arm themselves for the mission.
- Comedic elements include finding a secret weapons cache and Matrix's expertise with firearms.
- The scene combines action, humor, and exaggeration typical of 80s action movies.
23:28 *🚁 Action-packed escape and Cindy's pivotal role*
- Matrix's arrest leads to Cindy saving the day with a rocket launcher.
- Cindy's unexpected competence adds depth to her character.
- The scene showcases Matrix's invincibility and the film's blend of humor and action.
24:29 *⛴️ Boat escape and humorous action climax*
- Matrix and Cindy's escape on a boat leads to a humorous confrontation with inept enemies.
- Despite the absurdity, the action remains entertaining and engaging.
- The sequence sets the stage for the final confrontation and emphasizes Matrix's unstoppable nature.
26:19 *🔥 Final battle and lackluster choreography*
- The climactic battle between Matrix and Bennett lacks choreographic finesse.
- Despite shortcomings, the scene maintains the film's entertaining action.
- Bennett's defeat and Matrix's victory wrap up the film's plot, albeit with some flaws.
35:23 *🎬 Commando Sequel Speculation*
- Discussion about the potential for a Commando sequel,
- Speculation on what a sequel could entail, including assembling a team akin to The Expendables with iconic action stars like Rambo and RoboCop,
- Mention of the legion of Commando fans and the studio's eagerness to green light a sequel.
37:00 *💥 Favorite Scenes and Catchphrases*
- Highlighting favorite scenes and memorable catchphrases from Commando, including:
- Matrix's iconic lines such as "I lied" and "Let's party,"
- Humorous moments like the giant security guard comment and the Security Mall Chase sequence,
- Appreciation for the shootout sequence at the end and the crash test dummies during explosions.
39:17 *🤔 Commando vs. Rambo II Debate*
- Comparison between Commando and Rambo II,
- Acknowledgment that Rambo II had better setup due to its predecessor, but Commando might be preferable for its standalone nature,
- Recognition of Commando's schlocky, high-octane entertainment value despite not being as critically acclaimed as Rambo II.
40:10 *📽️ Recommendation and Summary*
- Strong recommendation for Commando as a quintessential Arnold Schwarzenegger film and one of the best action movies of the '80s,
- Emphasis on Commando's breakneck pace, action-packed sequences, and endlessly quotable one-liners,
- Acknowledgment of the film's absurdity and the sheer fun and entertainment it provides, despite lacking depth in plot and character arcs.
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if this movie were a game
it would be called :
GTA : the 1980's
by timestamp
24:08 of this video
JOHN MATRIX
would have
7 STARS
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
and the
NATIONAL GUARD
would be there
What more noble and honorable reason could a man have for creating such ungodly carnage than saving the life of his beloved only child?
Is it true that in the first draft of the screenplay, Matrix was an Israeli army officer?
Great stuff shelfers! This one always cheers me up! And so many great actors and actresses in the same movie! It took me forever though to realize it was Vernon Wells! He said in an interview iirc (was it with midnighs edge, but i cant find it) he sadly spent a year in the hospital just before the start of this filming. I did not realize it at the time but professional knifefighters still wears chainmail, he really nailed the role and I think he is more scary today when I see the movie.
Commando is a way better action movie than Rambo 2. 💯💯💯
I love this movie... but its so damn cheesy! He fights an entire army and NOT ONE BULLET HITS HIM!!!
But it does have great quotes
"Your a funny guy Sully. I like you.... it's why I'll kill you last."
“I’ll be ready John”
Cut to Vernon Wells on a luxurious bed in a negligee and a rose in his mouth.
Rambo 2 is definitely better for me. I never could get into commando. It felt cheesy and Rambo felt more intense to me.
"John Matrix" 😂😂😂
Me and my Son were 😂😂😂 our asses off at this film. Obviously I've seen it countless times but my sons reaction to it was awesome. We had a blast. Arnie just pulling weapons outta nowhere at the end,firing off one shot in one scene yet killing 2 bad guys 😂😂😂. Just about too watch this review boys and tbh I can't wait
VAL VERDE
COMMANDO 1985
PREDATOR 1987
DIE HARD 2
Commandos, come out and plaay-ay! Commandoooos come out and plaaaay-aayyy! ;D
This film is terrible,
I love it