I've been pushing Problem Child 2 for five years...and I won't stop now! Between a magic rock, mutant rabies, and flying cakes, the sequel is a lot more of an optimistic romp with Junior using his various talents to protect Dad, while Dad deals with his own insecurities as a parent.
For some reason Gilbert's movie roles never really "got" him but, seeing him do standup live several times, I can report he always left me in stitches.
I think he was better in his hosting role from USA Up All Night, than he was in any of his movie roles. He got to stretch a little, and wasn't always 110% ON. And, yes, his standup was hilarious, even when he was doing the same material 30 years later. Just getting to see Gilbert being Gilbert was fun as hell.
Not only are there three movies (two theatrical and one made-for-TV), there was also a Saturday morning cartoon. If you think the movie was rough, the cartoon is somehow even worse. The only actor they could get back was Gilbert Godfried (they couldn't even get the kid back!), and on the whole the entire thing felt like one of those cartoons where they had the concept for one thing, but slapped a license on it because they thought it would get popular. To give you an idea of how bad the show was, the first episode didn't even have Junior causing trouble, at least not like he does in the movies. The first episode had Junior fighting for his life as he was stalked by a killer clown, and through the entire episode it's made abundantly clear that this clown is genuinely evil and even super powered, and that Junior is outmatched. It's so bizarre.
Thanks for the shout out at the end! I would always go back and watch The Man with the Golden Arm episode and now I can revisit this one time and time again too! EDIT: I'm happy to announce Frances was born healthy and perfect. (:
You know, as I was watching this episode, I kind of agreed that it wasn't a great movie, but I was still invested and wanted to see what happened to the kid next. It made me feel SOMETHING for him, which is better than nothing. And I thought it was actually kind of heartwarming how the Dad refused to give up on him.
I've only seen it through this vid but yeah, I had that reaction too. That part at least seemed genuine, even if it maybe doesn't come across that way given the general tone
The shot of the the kid in jeans and sneakers being lugged in the basket during the opening montage was a decent gag. Also, I wonder if this is where John and Amy met?
I love this movie. It's ridiculous and over the top but man some of the lines are gold. "Have you ever seen a grown man wear so much blue?" 😂 John Ritter was such a gem.
I think they missed the whole point of problem child it was writers of raunchy comedy’s who wanted to make a raunchy kids movie as an experiment and i think it worked
The kid reminds me how until... the early 2000s, maybe? How the vast majority of child actors were downright awful. Nowadays it would be kind of shocking to see a young actor this bad in any sort of high profile production. I've always been curious what happened exactly. Better casting? Better kid actor training?
I'm gonna pitch Problem Child 2 as well, but know going into it that the writers were doing an intentional tribute to John Waters in a children's film and somehow they got away with it. When viewed through that lens, it's kind of an incredible achievement in how genuinely vile it is.
While in film school in my audio class, Aronofsky's _"Pi"_ was required viewing. That and _"Requiem for a Dream"_ are both excellent examples of sound usage in film. You kind of don't realize how much you take it for granted until you're looking for it. I'd encourage anyone to watch those films and pay attention to how his use of sound enhances everything you're seeing.
SEEN IT! Evelyn (2002). Pierce Brosnan starred in this Irish film right before his last Bond film, Die Another Day. I, as a 9 year old boy, was an extra as they filmed a part of it in my hometown. We got paid £30 a day and got free hot chocolate. Pierce signed autographs for us constantly, even on our Styrofoam hot chocolate cups.
In Junior's defense, him peeing on that rich lady the first time he's dropped off is the most harmless thing he does the whole movie, babies gotta baby.
I love your channel. I've been watching it for about six to seven months now and whether I've seen the movie you're talking about or not is always a treat. Now I have some requests for reviews. Could you review The China Syndrome, Repulsion and Near Dark?
I was surprised you hadn’t watched this as it was referenced during an episode of Beer and Boardgames “You’re being a problem child starring John Ritter”. In fact that was the only thing I knew about the movie because of that lol.
Seen it suggestion: seen it Batman Under the Red Hood one of the best DC animated films that I feel gives a very good answer on why Batman doesn’t kill the joker.
Problem Child 2 is less "mean-spirited" fyi. I think the mean-spiritedness is mistaken and it is really "cartoonishness". And the second one plays with being a cartoon live action more
hated this movie as a kid. watched it multiple times and never got past the birthday party scene. the song "it's my party and i'll cry if i want to" plays . im convinced i only watched it because my friend like that he and the main kid are both red heads lol.
You skipped the "shut up Flo" part. Even though the movie isn't great the little bit of basement sugar helps the movie go down. Godfrey will always pretty much be the parrot.
Your dynamic with Whitney is honestly probably the closest to the one you had with Craig. Again, I’ve loved all of the previous co-hosts, but this one felt very familiar.
I never liked Gilbert Gottfried's presentation style... His "schtick", but his actual jokes are pretty damn funny. Wickedly funny. That "style", though, that sucked.
Yeah... I'm not a fan of these films - they're too unrealistic and mean-spirited and just make me feel gross inside - they're just lowbrow and nasty in a way that just seems off to me.
I've been pushing Problem Child 2 for five years...and I won't stop now! Between a magic rock, mutant rabies, and flying cakes, the sequel is a lot more of an optimistic romp with Junior using his various talents to protect Dad, while Dad deals with his own insecurities as a parent.
Nippy! What the hell happened to you?!
After 10 years we could handle a sequel month.
“Mom’s fap hutch” got me really good. 😂
For some reason Gilbert's movie roles never really "got" him but, seeing him do standup live several times, I can report he always left me in stitches.
I think he was better in his hosting role from USA Up All Night, than he was in any of his movie roles. He got to stretch a little, and wasn't always 110% ON. And, yes, his standup was hilarious, even when he was doing the same material 30 years later. Just getting to see Gilbert being Gilbert was fun as hell.
Not only are there three movies (two theatrical and one made-for-TV), there was also a Saturday morning cartoon. If you think the movie was rough, the cartoon is somehow even worse. The only actor they could get back was Gilbert Godfried (they couldn't even get the kid back!), and on the whole the entire thing felt like one of those cartoons where they had the concept for one thing, but slapped a license on it because they thought it would get popular.
To give you an idea of how bad the show was, the first episode didn't even have Junior causing trouble, at least not like he does in the movies. The first episode had Junior fighting for his life as he was stalked by a killer clown, and through the entire episode it's made abundantly clear that this clown is genuinely evil and even super powered, and that Junior is outmatched. It's so bizarre.
Thanks for the shout out at the end! I would always go back and watch The Man with the Golden Arm episode and now I can revisit this one time and time again too! EDIT: I'm happy to announce Frances was born healthy and perfect. (:
"I believe you!" That's why we love Whitney.
You know, as I was watching this episode, I kind of agreed that it wasn't a great movie, but I was still invested and wanted to see what happened to the kid next. It made me feel SOMETHING for him, which is better than nothing. And I thought it was actually kind of heartwarming how the Dad refused to give up on him.
I've only seen it through this vid but yeah, I had that reaction too. That part at least seemed genuine, even if it maybe doesn't come across that way given the general tone
not to mention it is a great lampoon against materialism, ideology and political pandering. compared to kids movies these days its a masterpiece
Problem Child 2 is even better than the first. A must watch!
Yep agreed
"Giddy up!"
Great to see Whitney here. He has great chemistry
The shot of the the kid in jeans and sneakers being lugged in the basket during the opening montage was a decent gag. Also, I wonder if this is where John and Amy met?
I love this movie. It's ridiculous and over the top but man some of the lines are gold. "Have you ever seen a grown man wear so much blue?" 😂 John Ritter was such a gem.
18:45 Problem Child 4: Reefer Madness.
A few years after this Macaulay Culkin was in The Good Son, which is basically if Problem Child was a thriller.
I loved this movie and the sequel. I feel like this was a gateway movie for children's first dark comedy
true. my gateway was this movie, its sequel, The Addams Family, Death Becomes Her
I think they missed the whole point of problem child it was writers of raunchy comedy’s who wanted to make a raunchy kids movie as an experiment and i think it worked
The kid reminds me how until... the early 2000s, maybe? How the vast majority of child actors were downright awful. Nowadays it would be kind of shocking to see a young actor this bad in any sort of high profile production. I've always been curious what happened exactly. Better casting? Better kid actor training?
I'm gonna pitch Problem Child 2 as well, but know going into it that the writers were doing an intentional tribute to John Waters in a children's film and somehow they got away with it. When viewed through that lens, it's kind of an incredible achievement in how genuinely vile it is.
She's. Got. No. WOMB!!
OMG Whitney, what a pleasant surprise! 😁 I see the beard is making a comeback since being sheared 🐑 Avoid the shaving cream! 😄
Edit: 11:52 😂😂
"Thanks, I believe you" 😂
God I miss Craig. Whitney was great, but I can't help think Craig would've loved to hate on this movie, i.e. the funniest version of Craig..
"Some days you just can't get rid of a bomb!"
While in film school in my audio class, Aronofsky's _"Pi"_ was required viewing. That and _"Requiem for a Dream"_ are both excellent examples of sound usage in film. You kind of don't realize how much you take it for granted until you're looking for it. I'd encourage anyone to watch those films and pay attention to how his use of sound enhances everything you're seeing.
That is the correct reaction to seeing Problem Child being pulled out of that envelope!
Problem Child 2 used to be a meme. I didn't know people actually liked it
When I was way too young I somehow confused "Problem Child" with "The Good Son"
SEEN IT! Evelyn (2002). Pierce Brosnan starred in this Irish film right before his last Bond film, Die Another Day. I, as a 9 year old boy, was an extra as they filmed a part of it in my hometown. We got paid £30 a day and got free hot chocolate. Pierce signed autographs for us constantly, even on our Styrofoam hot chocolate cups.
Brave to be deep in the heart of Wisconsin and wearing a Cards shirt, Whitney.
In Junior's defense, him peeing on that rich lady the first time he's dropped off is the most harmless thing he does the whole movie, babies gotta baby.
I love your channel. I've been watching it for about six to seven months now and whether I've seen the movie you're talking about or not is always a treat. Now I have some requests for reviews. Could you review The China Syndrome, Repulsion and Near Dark?
I was surprised you hadn’t watched this as it was referenced during an episode of Beer and Boardgames “You’re being a problem child starring John Ritter”. In fact that was the only thing I knew about the movie because of that lol.
I had a hard time getting through the clips alone so I can't imagine what watching the whole thing is like
14:00 I'm kinda wishing I could've seen John Ritter play Jack Torrance now.
He might've been amazing in that part.
Oh! You got Ol' Angel Eyes on the couch this week, eh? Great wit incoming!
Seen it suggestion: seen it Batman Under the Red Hood one of the best DC animated films that I feel gives a very good answer on why Batman doesn’t kill the joker.
These were the most early 90s movies ever. It's hard to convey the madcap insanity of movies from that era, even having experienced it firsthand
Problem Child 2 is less "mean-spirited" fyi. I think the mean-spiritedness is mistaken and it is really "cartoonishness". And the second one plays with being a cartoon live action more
My son was born just after the gentlemen prefer blondes episode. After baby Frances debuts, we will have to start a welcome to basement baby Playlist
Seen it? His Motorcycle, Her Island
Whitney is amazingly witty, i'd love to see him more!
I 've seen this movie when I went to Ireland, the family I was staying at in 1993 rented it for their daughter.
My whole life I thought I had seen this movie. Turns out I saw the sequel.
Great video.
Please do the sequels
hated this movie as a kid. watched it multiple times and never got past the birthday party scene. the song "it's my party and i'll cry if i want to" plays
. im convinced i only watched it because my friend like that he and the main kid are both red heads lol.
Pi has Tuco’s uncle in it but he doesn’t use a bell.
Wait I've never seen this film, did they ever take Jon Ritter's wife out of the trunk or is she just presumed dead?
Speaking of problem children, have you guys seen Isabelle Fuhrman's legendary performance as Esther in Orphan (2009)?
14:03 "Cape Fear" reference?
😂Love it, I miss john 😢
Interesting you watched this remake of that previous Basement movie, "The Omen."
Ask yourselves this question; What is Chad Vader up to in 2024?
I bleieve you 😂
Leonard Hofstetter?
i liked this whitney guy
You skipped the "shut up Flo" part. Even though the movie isn't great the little bit of basement sugar helps the movie go down.
Godfrey will always pretty much be the parrot.
Is Smokey a "warning bear"?
Your dynamic with Whitney is honestly probably the closest to the one you had with Craig. Again, I’ve loved all of the previous co-hosts, but this one felt very familiar.
Michael Richards made this movie for me yes its dark humor but scratches a comedy itch for the absurd. Did i miss Whitney?
I never liked Gilbert Gottfried's presentation style... His "schtick", but his actual jokes are pretty damn funny. Wickedly funny. That "style", though, that sucked.
I've always liked Gilbert Godfreid.
Hi
Did Trump demand a role in GCDI for permission to film at one of his properties like he did with Home Alone 2?
This movie is definitely on the not going to watch list. The fact that they made 3. Smh.
This guys too soft
generally I skip over the videos now... the "magic" part is missing...sorry, just truth... but this movie is so bad I had to check out what is said
Good show.
Not so much, the movie.
Yeah... I'm not a fan of these films - they're too unrealistic and mean-spirited and just make me feel gross inside - they're just lowbrow and nasty in a way that just seems off to me.
Worst guest host so far .