a time in a life - bojack horseman [video essay]

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  • @axelyairnavarrocandelas2586
    @axelyairnavarrocandelas2586 4 ปีที่แล้ว +373

    the beginning with the poem and the scene of secretariat at the bridge gave me a whole new perspective

  • @cleo5090
    @cleo5090 4 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    The 17 minute note caught me off guard. It was so much timed passed. 17 minutes

  • @cleo5090
    @cleo5090 4 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    This show broke me but in a good way

    • @Swigvamp
      @Swigvamp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And bad way for me lmao

    • @Maria-iv8te
      @Maria-iv8te 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yeah in the beautiful kind of way like kintsugi where the breaks in the pot get filled with gold for a greater level of beauty

  • @tashibalampkin8555
    @tashibalampkin8555 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    12:39 "It's a "See you later" and that "later" never comes." I like that line.

  • @bengieofftheleash9217
    @bengieofftheleash9217 4 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    when secretariat gave that speech. it hit, but the way you edited it made it hit even harder. this show, in my eyes, also deals with mortality. the idea that we only have so much time to make up for our wrong doings. this is by far one of my favorite shows. and this video is an example of why this show is so important. thank you.

  • @Godviahh
    @Godviahh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +165

    for years I ignored the series, I didn't care for it, thought it was the average family guy like show. but a month after the show finished, I got off my ass and watched it. and I don't regret it. the only thing I regret is not watching it sooner. this damn show has broke me emotionally multiple times and never seems to stay away from my mind. As someone who struggles with severe depression, anxiety and PTSD, this show did an amazing job.
    Despite all of Bojacks flaws and absolute fuck ups that make you wanna punch him... you cant help but love him and relate to him. the show hits you hard with reality, it doesnt sugar coat and I adore it for that. I enjoy the tears and emotions I felt while watching the show and Im planning on watching it all again.

  • @thejungwookim
    @thejungwookim 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    The worst thing about being halfway down is that you know that there's still another halfway down before you hit rock bottom.

  • @magsyilden670
    @magsyilden670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    Not me watching bojack horseman several times and crying and crying and then going and watching bojack analyses and crying and crying and then thinking I'm done with the show and it's all over now and then...... What's this? In my recommended? Another bojack analysis? Why.... I think yes. *cries and cries*

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      relate to this one😅hope you're doing okay though😊

    • @magsyilden670
      @magsyilden670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@jacobsaul oh wow, you actually responded to me...... You really ARE a small TH-camr? Friggin..... HOW? 😂

    • @magsyilden670
      @magsyilden670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This video is so good😂

    • @jvnxiie2441
      @jvnxiie2441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same homie, same

  • @emilioj22
    @emilioj22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    “The view from halfway down” poem has saved me from... jumping... many times

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      i'm sorry you were mentally in that place and hope you have access to the support you need. sometimes it's odd where we hear the words that can change our life and i couldn't be happier that the poem got to you when it did, i hope you're in a much better place

  • @axelyairnavarrocandelas2586
    @axelyairnavarrocandelas2586 4 ปีที่แล้ว +125

    i feel this video essay captures the essence of bojack perfectly, love everything about it ❤️
    ps. the 17 minutes check gave me chills when i saw what it was

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ey thank you! put a lotta work into it so glad you enjoyed it☺️
      i'm happy the 17 minutes paid off! was worried it wouldn't land properly

    • @avitalalef9947
      @avitalalef9947 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Q? Lol

  • @earthbndmissfit
    @earthbndmissfit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The View From Halfway Down will forever be an inspirational scene to keep my dark thoughts out when my Bipolar swings to deeply depressed.

  • @mimi-br6ej
    @mimi-br6ej 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    okay but i wondered what the second count in the bottom was about and then... fuck man, what else is there to say

  • @jackisatack9322
    @jackisatack9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    170 views?? Dude I got WHIPLASH seeing the view count, this video is so underrated

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      thank you for the kind words, hope your neck's doing okay and not too sore ;)

    • @Dayvit78
      @Dayvit78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's chugging along - now there's 180 likes :) and the views have gone up exponentially. Yes it is a high quality analysis.

    • @jackisatack9322
      @jackisatack9322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Dayvit78 it deserves it 😤 I won't be satisfied until this video has millions

    • @Kai-hj6zo
      @Kai-hj6zo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      15K views and 1.1K likes. we're getting there :)

  • @magsyilden670
    @magsyilden670 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Princess Carolyn...... What a woman indeed.

  • @Strawhat.Lachee
    @Strawhat.Lachee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I honestly couldn't say it better myself, fucking beautiful show.

  • @theophora
    @theophora 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This made me fall in love with the series all over again. A very good take on it!

  • @doethundermelon
    @doethundermelon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    This is a fantastic essay- sums up exactly why this show is so brilliant! Also, your voice is super relaxing to listen to. :)

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      thank you☺️very kind of you to say

  • @devinpetersen7884
    @devinpetersen7884 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The earliest reference we get to the dinner party is actually from Doctor Champ! It's when he's telling Bojack to leave and that he's heard every story BJ has to tell. He references "The one dream where your friends and family come to a dinner party."

  • @fanfictioner1
    @fanfictioner1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    i cant believe this only has 6,000 views, your editing and analysis is insanely good and unique compared to other video essays I've watched. keep up the good work!!

  • @Jack-yi6px
    @Jack-yi6px 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Just stumbled across this and I just wanna say you did a great job

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      thank you so much☺️

  • @ggchiu7400
    @ggchiu7400 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    holy crap this video essay on bjhm is one of the best one I've seen that it's become art itself
    I mean yea I haven't seen the show in a while, but I still rmber the show so clearly in my mind
    that this show will too, only become a time in a life, my life and I will pass it
    this video lowkey gave me a p4nic attack cause of how emotional I got form watching it, esp with earphones on where the audio feels like a bedtime story but now the bedtime story is talking bout the meaning of existence and i just wanna cry.
    good job!

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i hope you're doing okay! didn't mean to give anyone a panic attack😅

  • @tentarafoo
    @tentarafoo ปีที่แล้ว +2

    halfway through the video, i couldn't help but think that if your voice was a shape, it would be a square with rounded corners

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i love you todd

    • @tentarafoo
      @tentarafoo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jacobsaul i love you too jacob 🌮

  • @thedoctorwhoexpert7
    @thedoctorwhoexpert7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Fantastic video essay for THE BEST tv show of the 2010’s. Consistent, well-written characters that all got their own pay-off in the end. So sad it’s over, but it was great while it was there! Love ya Bojack ❤️

  • @abigails4088
    @abigails4088 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "But...it's all a LIE...?"
    "Yeah...well... it makes me feel better"
    The View From Halfway Down really rubbed some raw nerves (lost 2 loved ones that way) and it's a phenomenal episode start to finish.
    but... the ending to Ruthie just broke me. The lies we tell ourselves to make ourselves feel better about the things that go wrong in our lives...

    • @abigails4088
      @abigails4088 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      fucked up thing... TVFHD came out about the time mom died, and I was in a really bad place mentally.
      watching the last two episodes in that weird grief-stricken place, it was somehow comforting.

  • @divyenjoshi1168
    @divyenjoshi1168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great Essay on one of the best pieces of media of all time and the best animated show of all time!

  • @partycitydumpster
    @partycitydumpster 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Man the conclusion to your video was really something, my heart kinda hurts now

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      hope you're doing okay😊

  • @AnthonyVassallo
    @AnthonyVassallo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    3 stanzas in the poem -- 1st is 3rd person; 2nd stanza is 2nd person; 3rd is first person. Amazing construction.

  • @musicaldoge9412
    @musicaldoge9412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    21:00 that was my favorite scene in the whole show
    but nah in all reality this was so nice soothing to hear, hope to see more from u soon!

  • @metaironist
    @metaironist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    this is one of the best essays, i've seen you did such a great job! thank you for this

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      thank you, it means a lot☺️glad you enjoyed it

  • @seaburitto
    @seaburitto 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I come back to this series over and over again. I love watching video essays to see how it’s affected so many people’s lives. It’s truly so amazing to see the ripple of the profound impact this show left on all of us.

  • @canonogic
    @canonogic ปีที่แล้ว

    The way BH uses sitcoms to uncover the reality of reality is quite genius

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i really miss this show

    • @canonogic
      @canonogic ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jacobsaul me too dude, me too. I'd recommend giving Mr. Robot a try (if you haven't watched it already). There's a lot of similarities between the two shows, themetically aswell.

  • @psc4ever
    @psc4ever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That intro gave me chills

  • @devons.3481
    @devons.3481 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is,,,, it. i suspected i might cry based on the title alone bc of all the concepts to hit me hard in bojack, this is the one that hits the hardest of them all for me. because no matter what else the show might be about, it is always going to be a time in a life and there will always be choices of where to begin telling the story. mentioning the fact that this show itself is now a time in the lives of the people working on the show brings a level of realism and self-reflection that is hard for me to sit with. the time period that this show was releasing new episodes, and the time period that i was watching episodes for the first time, it's all a time that i feel so hopelessly nostalgic for. and that was just a time in my life. and the people in my life come and go over time. and regretting my lack of appreciation for the present moment doesn't actually help me appreciate anything. i'm gonna keep crying if i sit here writing more and i have shit to do, so i'll just end by saying thank you for making this. i'm sure i'll come back to it later and cry some more over days past

  • @canonogic
    @canonogic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That poem STILL somehow gives me goosebumps and makes me shed a tear

  • @Nyzahnewton
    @Nyzahnewton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’ve re-watched this over three different times and I still never get tired of hearing you’re voice. I really hope that you continue to make more in the future

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you for the kind words, gradually I'm making more! albeit slowly😅

  • @ace6820
    @ace6820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This video has been great, I hope you get more recognition!!

  • @jdb7578
    @jdb7578 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started watching this show a few years ago, but gave up after a few episodes. The characters didn't really click with me and the jokes were a bit predictable. However, I kept seeing great reviews and decided to give it at least a season. Towards the end of the season I was hooked, and I'm so glad I gave it another chance. I have never felt about a show the way I feel about BJH.

  • @keyara_nickole
    @keyara_nickole 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this editing is absolutely incredible! i’m so glad i took the time to watch this!! so well made, so well narrated!! i’m absolutely inspired! thank you for your efforts

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      you're too kind, thank you!

  • @acebee46
    @acebee46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    You have the most soothing voice ever

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      thank you🥰

  • @leon98311
    @leon98311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a great video. I love this show and I am always looking for new perspectives on it. I feel like I finally found a analysis that I can completely agree with. A big thank you from Germany!

  • @kaikingsland
    @kaikingsland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This deserves way more views. I hope you get them.

  • @indigoivy8780
    @indigoivy8780 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    this was beautiful

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      thank you ☺️

  • @imaniislander755
    @imaniislander755 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That was beautiful man

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      thank you😊

  • @danielslater2001
    @danielslater2001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    yknow dude i needed to hear this today, thank you

  • @cleo5090
    @cleo5090 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow this needs way more views

  • @Gedwards02
    @Gedwards02 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this video essay almost brought me to tears - its been a couple months since i (finally) finished the show and this essay was a perfect analysis of the key themes of this incredible piece of text as well - highlighting to me how relatable some of bojacks' struggles truly are. as a media student i see this as an exemplar piece to analyse because its so well written and theres just soo many avenues you can go down with it. thank you for sharing your obvious talent with this essay

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      sorry i only just saw your comment, thank you for the kind words, i hope you're doing well:)

  • @Wag-ue
    @Wag-ue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good video essay, I hope this gets a lot of views

  • @MagnusTNT
    @MagnusTNT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The return of the king

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      oh you're too kind 😉 hope you enjoyed it !!

  • @tashibalampkin8555
    @tashibalampkin8555 ปีที่แล้ว

    6:48 That hits me.

  • @abigailmartin7960
    @abigailmartin7960 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning essay, Jacob!

  • @Opalescent
    @Opalescent 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm still on season 5 so I'll come back to this vid once I've finished the show, promise xD

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      oh definitely don't let my silly video spoil the show, hope you enjoy the rest of it. you've got a whopper of an ending to look forward to☺️

    • @Opalescent
      @Opalescent 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@jacobsaul I'm back! This wasn't a silly video at all, it was a fantastic analysis and you shed light on the show's themes and characters really well!! I really enjoyed it. Man I'm gonna miss the show though

    • @saraazmi1424
      @saraazmi1424 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      come back

    • @Opalescent
      @Opalescent 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@saraazmi1424 I did lol. Really loved the whole show!! It reawakened my very own existential and identity crisis which is great

  • @aliceorlik7737
    @aliceorlik7737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is stunning Jake 🤩😭

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you alice!🥰

  • @kel3864
    @kel3864 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Incredible video

  • @MonigMedia
    @MonigMedia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Times arrow marches on

  • @itsnotliketumblr5137
    @itsnotliketumblr5137 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i come back to this video so often, great work!

  • @bobturtle2949
    @bobturtle2949 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This deserves more attention, great job my dude.

  • @jvnxiie2441
    @jvnxiie2441 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video essay is very well done you deserve way more subscribers

  • @beautyandfashion1563
    @beautyandfashion1563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this was so beautiful, thank you so much for making this

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      thank you🥰

  • @MarloC247
    @MarloC247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful show; this was a great video!

  • @fewgud5615
    @fewgud5615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I dont know if its just me but i love your voice man and the video is really great but whenever you talk i think its best that your voice is the only one we hear and no background voice (the scenes in bj horseman) cause its kinda hard to focus on your voice maybe just add a backgroud music man either way great vid man, loved it.

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ah thank you for the feedback! apologies, i definitely see what you mean, will make sure to solve that for future uploads😊

  • @silverstuff595
    @silverstuff595 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    amazing video!

  • @chair6313
    @chair6313 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    i hope you succeed in life.

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you've just made my day, thank you. i hope you do too ☺️

  • @yahney-marie
    @yahney-marie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    you have a great voice and this was a powerful look at the series

  • @susanna834
    @susanna834 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you elaborate on the parallels between Gatsby and Bojack?

  • @Thobeian
    @Thobeian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    17:00 nice meme

  • @trafficcontrol2420
    @trafficcontrol2420 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Random: I used to really dislike S5 and 6 but now they're my fave seasons.

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      awesome! what is it that changed about it for you?

  • @beautyandfashion1563
    @beautyandfashion1563 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    your voice is so soothing

  • @itsalexvargas
    @itsalexvargas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    yessss

  • @chrisgreen8803
    @chrisgreen8803 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent analysis

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you! hope you're having a nice day🥰

  • @adamfeeley9157
    @adamfeeley9157 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant essay! I've been writing one for a while and its nearly done, I was wondering where you got the footage from? I've been struggling to find stock footage and I'm confused about the whole copyright think ?

  • @PolyAgain
    @PolyAgain 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This makes me

  • @Rockleefan3
    @Rockleefan3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve red the description and not covering Mister is no Biggi. After all his story is not relevant for your great essay. I’m looking forward to your Sad Dog Video, but take your time.

  • @thedoctorwhoexpert7
    @thedoctorwhoexpert7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    NOTIFICATION SQUAD

  • @Francis-uu3lo
    @Francis-uu3lo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video also your voice is cool

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha i was always insecure about my voice but people seem to like it😂

  • @torbayota
    @torbayota 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My immediate thought after the view from halfway down was actually "What a disappointment". I wanted him dead.

  • @jayhassan976
    @jayhassan976 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just for your information :3 series and season are not interchangeable words

    • @jacobsaul
      @jacobsaul  หลายเดือนก่อน

      in the uk, they typically are:) just quirks of local dialects

  • @MohsenTheKnight21
    @MohsenTheKnight21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was beautiful