Great videos Daisuke. I have the Late Mizoguchi box set, but as yet have only seen Ugetsu, which I found very moving, so I must watch Sansho, Some films I found moving: The Remains Of The Day The Browning Version ( Redgrave version ) Far From The Madding Crowd ( Alan Bates/Julie Christie ) The Wind That Shakes The Barley An Angel At My Table The Elephant Man The Caretaker ( Robert Shaw's performance) The Mission ( brilliant Ennio Morricone score) My Left Foot The Children Are Watching Us Walkabout
Thank you very much for sharing with us your great list! Also, I just went over the Criterion Collection poll entries, and I must say that I am really impressed with your lists, both there and with this video. Cheers my friend!
I too find Only Yesterday very moving. It brought me to tears. Others that come to mind are: Your Name Never Let Me Go Children of Men The Shawshank Redemption Interstellar The Color Purple Pan's Labyrinth
Your reaction at the end of your thoughts regarding Only Yesterday was so moving. Obviously that film means so much to yourself and your reaction to it stirred emotions in me that have forced me to order the bluray, thanks for being so honest and baring your soul a little. Not an easy task for most people nowadays and a great quality to have. Keep up the great work Daisuke.
Hello my dear friend again, and thank you. Yes, that film in particular has a lot of deep connection with my life and my mother and her own memories. Cheers my dear friend.
@@DaisukeBeppu The movie that gets to me the most is 'Night and fog' not for any personal reasons but just the horror of it all. The thing that affects me the most is when the narrator reminds us that we are not much different from the humans that perpetrated these horrors and if we ever forget them they can indeed happen again. (paraphrasing) I also find myself in tears everytime I watch Ridley Scott's Gladiator, the ending shots of Maximus going to be with his family again with that uber emotional Hans Zimmer soundtrack, always reminds me of mortality and how losing others close to us is tougher than facing death yourself. Dont you just love it when cinema stikes right to your core and makes you feel trully alive? Thanks again my friend.
Oh yes! Thank you so much! This is such a powerful film, with a quiet dignity at its core which never fails to move me, and it moves me so profoundly. I am happy to read your comment about this amazing film. Thank you so much for this.
Dear Ralph Maurice, thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate it. If ever you want to share with us any film recommendations or any films that you think are worth watching, please let us know! I'd love to hear about what kinds of films you are interested in. Best regards.
Really enjoyed your list and I have added a few to my watchlist as some I haven’t even heard of! I love Sansho the Bailiff and the whole journey of the siblings and the mother who only appears in the beginning and end is so haunting. I’m going to do a video like this too because this is such a great topic but some off my head that I don’t own (will only do those I own for my video as I can show them off) are A Silent Voice, Gladiator, Fisher King, Kwaidan, 12 Angry Men and Y Tu Mama Tambien. Great videos as always and hope your cinematic journey is going superbly!
Apocalypto (At the end I feel like i was dragged along on the journey with the main character. So underappreciated). The Naked Prey is much the same. Aguire the Wrath of God (its like i as the viewer I feel the slogging through the jungle these people are on) The Assassination of Jesse James By the Coward Robert Ford (the score and photography, mood set by the direction, the narrator's voice...i feel every second of the slow burning melancholy...in a great way)
David, thank you very much. Yes, if you can, please do so. And let me know what you think about OHMSS. And haha... thank you!! I am very flattered. I still have the vest. And yes, I know the one you are talk about in Magical Mystery Tour. I wish I had a white tuxedo like the ones they wear in "Your Mother Should Know." Also if we are talking about fashion in Beatles films, for me the classic one is Victor Spinetti's sweater in A Hard Day's Night. Cheers my friend.
Wow, it’s such a coincidence that you open with When a Woman Ascends the Stairs when I was just looking at buying it the other day. I’m glad you regard it highly.
jaymanxyz2 I am so happy to hear you say that. It’s really such a splendid film. I think it should be discussed and seen by as many people as possible. If you decide to buy it and watch it, please let me know! I’d love to hear your thoughts!
I have loved Diana Rigg since The Avengers. The only thing about On Her Majesty's Secret Service I didn't care for is the casting of Telly Savalas as Blofeld. I thought Donald Pleasance was so ruthless and sinister as Blofeld but Telly Savalas was popular at the time.
Sansho The Bailiff! I almost put this on my own list. It completely blew me away when I saw it, it would definitely make my all time top 50 films if I ever made such a list. I love your videos & style of presentation Daisuke, not only very interesting & informative but also very relaxing.
Dear Craig, this is such a great comment, and a joy for me to read. Thank you for your kindness. Oh yes, Sansho the Bailiff. This is one that I think is, for me, the reason why Mizoguchi is the master filmmaker. It could very be an example of a perfect film.
A few of my picks for moving films... 1. The Lord of the Rings 2. 2001: A Space Odyssey 3. The Godfather Part 2 4. Barry Lyndon 5. Seven Samurai 6. A Brighter Summer Day 7. Tokyo Story 8. High and Low 9. The Human Condition 10. Ikiru 11. Bicycle Thieves 12. My Neighbor Totoro 13. Grave of the Fireflies 13. Paths of Glory 14. Spirited Away 15. Taipei Story 16. Stalker 17. Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters 18. Once Upon a Time in America 19. Naked 20. Early Summer 21. Harakiri 22. Vertigo 23. The 400 Blows Those are just a few...
Daisuke Beppu thank you, my pick would be the return of the king, though I personally view the whole trilogy as one grand work, like the human condition or something like that. Each films picks up straight after the previous one and the whole thing is one giant story.
Great video daisuke. You mentioned a few of my favourite films. When a woman ascends the stairs is a masterpiece I agree it's a very moving experience. Also only yesterday is my favourite studio ghibli film. It's so nostalgic and moving I shed floods of tears when taeko makes her decision at the end of the film. I'm in the UK and a man but I related to her story so much it reminded me of certain things Ive gone through and still going through in my life but obviously not quite the same things. It also felt like a Yasujiro Ozu film to me the way the story was told and the way it looks I'm sure that wasn't an accident. Did you notice that? I'd love you to do an analysis of this film sometime similar to what you did with kikis delivery service. But if its too difficult for you to talk about in great detail I totally understand.
Hello Gary my friend, and thank you so much for your comment. Oh yes, the film ONLY YESTERDAY is such a moving film, and Taeko feel so alive as a character. It is really such an amazing achievement. I totally agree with you my friend. I hope you are well.
Hi Daisuke, love all the content and your thoughts on cinema. I set my alarm at 7am on the weekends so i can get up and watch your Film Club livestreams. My 5 moving films list (in no particular order) - The Red Violin by Francois Girard - Her by Spike Jonze - Somewhere In Time by Jeannot Szwarze - Let the Right One In by Tomas Alfredson - Annie Hall by Woody Allen
Hello Denis A., and it was so nice to see you at the last livestream. And, wow, I am so honored that you would set your alarm clock and wake up early for the livestreams! I am so sorry that I can't schedule a better time for you, due to the time difference of me being in Tokyo. And thank you so much for sharing this wonderful list!
My favorite " moving" films are Barry Lyndon, Cinema Paradiso, The Wild Strawberries, Amelie, The Heiress (with Olivia de Havilland), Five Easy Pieces, Ikiru, 8 and 1/2, Big Fish, and Almodovar's Pain and Glory, to name a few. I know half of these are not on Criterion but......
Great video, I would love to hear your thoughts on the best Japanese directors including the ones that may be seen as underrated or not talked about enough.
Thank you! What a great idea. I am planning to do a video discussing those Japanese directors that I like but that are not as widely discussed. Directors like Shuji Terayama or Toshio Matsumoto or Kazuo Hara or Naoko Ogigami or Takashi Ito or Shozin Fukui or Shinya Tsukamoto and others.
Thank you Daisuke for sharing these and why they move you. Sansho is one I have been wanting to see. Three moving films that come to mind for me are, they may sound a little odd. Divine Secrets of the Ya Yas. This film has got to me where I won't watch it now. Moves me cause of how well it mirrors my childhood. Another is Christine can relate to the character Arnie very much when I think about my middle school years. To me it's a tragic story. Last is Say Anything, its like they followed my Wife and I around when we were dating. It's one we both like to watch from time to time.
Oh yes, one day if you get a chance to see Sansho the Bailiff, please let me know! I know that you have been watching a lot of Japanese films lately, such as the films of Kurosawa, and so perhaps you will find Sansho the Bailiff to be a very interesting watch indeed. I look forward to hearing what you think about it. And great choices regarding your own "moving" films. I have never heard anyone mention Christine as a moving film, but now that I think about it, you are totally right, and especially when we think about the relationship between Arnie and Christine. It's really beautiful and touching and very sad. Thank you for reminding me of how touching this film is!
Watching "Deep Red" and then your review led me to your channel. Since I am quarentined, I have been binge watching you and have thoroughly enjoyed your insights (Rocky Horror Picture Show caught me off guard). I did make a top 10 list, but some of mine are: 1.) City of Hope (John Sayles) sense of helplessness in the closing scene. 2.) Best Years of Our Lives 3.) To Live (Zhang Yimou) 4.) Hat Full of Rain 5.) On the Waterfront
Hello Inkfish Pete, and it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I hope you are well during these times. And thank you so much for this great list. It is great to see Sayles mentioned.
@@DaisukeBeppu thanks for mentioning the Criterion streaming service. I'm embarrassed to admit that I had no idea such a service existed. I checked it out and subscribed to it. There selection is what Netflix USED TO BE (back when they mailed the DVDs to customers in those little red envelopes).
Great choices. Really pleased to see On her Majesty's Secret Service and Sansho The Bailiff, two personal favourites of mine. Sansho especially is a devastating film. So brutal.
I could probably list about 30 different films that have moved me in one way or the other. My top three that are the most affective are probably Paris, Texas, In the Mood for Love, and Portrait of a Lady on Fire. Great list by the way. From the ones I’ve seen from part one and this one are also quite moving to me too.
One movie that moved me nearly to tears when I first saw it is an Italian film with Cate Blanchett called Heaven. She plays a desperate woman wanting to kill a crime boss, but accidentally kills a cleaning woman. As she's being interrogated by the police, a young translator on the force falls in love with her, and helps plan her escape. What nearly moved me to tears was the Italian countryside and how gorgeously it was captured. And of course this desperate and impossible love the two share - and the ending! Think I'll watch it again tonight. :-)
Awesome video Daisuke! I loved seeing ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’ on your list, a really interesting choice, I must check it out! For me, ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ by Cassavetes moved me more then any film I can really recall. Gena Rowlands... wow... what more can you say? I have a question Daisuke. Is there any ‘type’ of film you feel most drawn to? For instance, are you drawn to emotionally moving films more or thrilling, suspenseful ones or fun, adventure stories etc. Or is it more dependent on mood or circumstance? Cheers mate! Keep up the amazing work. - Henry.
Hello Henry and thank you so much! And well done for mentioning A Woman Under the Influence. I respect that very much. As for your question, what a great question. And thank you for expressing an interest in what I might have to say on a given topic. So, for me, I think it totally depends on mood and circumstance. Also, it is a kind of balance between films that I have seen versus films that are new for me. What about you?
@@DaisukeBeppu Sorry for my late reply Daisuke. I would probably agree that it depends on my mood at the given time. Although, I do like to feel challenged, whether that be intellectually, politically, spiritually, emotionally etc. things that I have to wrestle with is something I greatly appreciate in a film. Not to say there isn’t a place for more ‘comforting’ films! But these are just what I’m more naturally drawn to. 😊
Great and very interesting conclusion to this list Daisuke. Very moving stuff. Another film I’ve thought about that moves me is Manchester by the Sea. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but it’s a truly heart wrenching and heartbreaking film. It handles the grieving process of losing a loved on so well that if I say anymore about that particular topic I may spoil a pivotal moment in the film that’s truly shocking and devastating if you haven’t seen it. Casey Affleck plays the lead character to a T. He is the only person I can see in that role and does a stellar job like he usually does and Michelle Williams is incredible as always. I don’t have a lot of words for Williams, but she delivers an incredible performance that complements Affleck’s performance. Everybody is fantastic really, but those two in particular really stand out to me. If you haven’t seen it, I recommend you see it at some point, but be prepared that it’s a very sad film and there is a sense of hopefulness by the end of it, but the journey to get there is so real and sad, yet that sense of hopefulness is a great way to end the film. It’s a film that moves me in a way that I’ve never been moved before and I’m glad it won the Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay Academy Awards it received. I only wish it picked up another Oscar or two, particularly for Michelle Williams. She’s one of those actresses that deserves an Oscar, but there are so many actors and actress that should have an Oscar and don’t that it’s mind blowing to see how many people have never won an Oscar.
Thank you so much for this Jared! So, I am a great admirer of Michelle Williams and her work. She is very great. I haven't yet seen Manchester by the Sea but I must do so one day since you are very enthusiastic about it (as you may know, I am very bad when it comes to recent films). But I did see the film Blue Valentine with Michelle Williams and she is so powerful and brave and devoted to her performance--she is really amazing.
Daisuke Beppu you’re very welcome and you’re so right about Williams in Blue Valentine. She was truly incredible and is always a joy to watch, even if the film is heartbreaking she always brings everything she has into every role and always knocks it out of the park.
@@DaisukeBeppu cant recommend it enough. These characters are exactly where you woud expect them all to be 25 years later. Also Irvine welsh's books are a great read but written in Scots dialect which may be hard for others to understand.
Another very interesting video Daisuke, you have an intriguing view on what is moving. I enjoyed hearing you talk about a Bond film as I completely disagree as I personally can't stand Bond films, but I think it is fun to hear a completely different opinion on things as it can give many different insights and make me think differently although I know that my opinion on Bond films will never change. The Devils was one of the best first time watches of last year for me, and as you might remember I watched it because I heard about the film from you, I remember we had a quick discussion on it on Facebook. For me the film was more fun than moving as it had a very interesting dark humor that I tend to love. I agree on Sansho the Bailiff, the film isn't that fresh on my memory, but if I remember correctly, the ending is very moving.
Have you seen most of the bond films? By the way, I totally respect your opinion and I just want to know a little bit more about it so don't think I'm trying to get in a fight or anything.
@@reecegallagher1822 I've seen all except Quantum of Solace and Spectre. I have to admit that it's been a long time since I watched the Connery and Moore ones, but I don't think I would enjoy them if I were to rewatch them.
SJSFilms Solace and Spectre are not really good (especially if you hate Casino Royals and Skyfall) and I can see why someone wouldn't like the Connery or Moore films. But thanks for answering!
Reece Gallagher Casino Royale is actually the only one that I can watch and enjoy. Skyfall I saw on the big screen, and almost left before the film ended haha. It’s not just Bond films, I don’t like this type of action films in general, I hate Mission Impossible franchise too.
I absolutely love the classical music here. I think I heard Satie on another video and whatever piece is played here, it is amazing.
Great videos Daisuke.
I have the Late Mizoguchi box set, but as yet have only seen Ugetsu, which I found very moving, so I must watch Sansho,
Some films I found moving:
The Remains Of The Day
The Browning Version ( Redgrave version )
Far From The Madding Crowd ( Alan Bates/Julie Christie )
The Wind That Shakes The Barley
An Angel At My Table
The Elephant Man
The Caretaker ( Robert Shaw's performance)
The Mission ( brilliant Ennio Morricone score)
My Left Foot
The Children Are Watching Us
Walkabout
Thank you very much for sharing with us your great list! Also, I just went over the Criterion Collection poll entries, and I must say that I am really impressed with your lists, both there and with this video. Cheers my friend!
I too find Only Yesterday very moving. It brought me to tears. Others that come to mind are:
Your Name
Never Let Me Go
Children of Men
The Shawshank Redemption
Interstellar
The Color Purple
Pan's Labyrinth
A great list my friend!
Your reaction at the end of your thoughts regarding Only Yesterday was so moving. Obviously that film means so much to yourself and your reaction to it stirred emotions in me that have forced me to order the bluray, thanks for being so honest and baring your soul a little. Not an easy task for most people nowadays and a great quality to have.
Keep up the great work Daisuke.
Hello my dear friend again, and thank you. Yes, that film in particular has a lot of deep connection with my life and my mother and her own memories.
Cheers my dear friend.
@@DaisukeBeppu The movie that gets to me the most is 'Night and fog' not for any personal reasons but just the horror of it all. The thing that affects me the most is when the narrator reminds us that we are not much different from
the humans that perpetrated these horrors and if we ever forget them they can indeed happen again. (paraphrasing)
I also find myself in tears everytime I watch Ridley Scott's Gladiator, the ending shots of Maximus going to be with his family again with that uber emotional Hans Zimmer soundtrack, always reminds me of mortality and how losing others close to us is tougher than facing death yourself.
Dont you just love it when cinema stikes right to your core and makes you feel trully alive?
Thanks again my friend.
I love “When a Woman Ascends the Stairs.” It resonates so much with me. Great video as always.
Oh yes! Thank you so much! This is such a powerful film, with a quiet dignity at its core which never fails to move me, and it moves me so profoundly. I am happy to read your comment about this amazing film. Thank you so much for this.
I just found your channel and really love your content :)
Dear Ralph Maurice, thank you so much for watching. I really appreciate it.
If ever you want to share with us any film recommendations or any films that you think are worth watching, please let us know! I'd love to hear about what kinds of films you are interested in. Best regards.
Really enjoyed your list and I have added a few to my watchlist as some I haven’t even heard of! I love Sansho the Bailiff and the whole journey of the siblings and the mother who only appears in the beginning and end is so haunting. I’m going to do a video like this too because this is such a great topic but some off my head that I don’t own (will only do those I own for my video as I can show them off) are A Silent Voice, Gladiator, Fisher King, Kwaidan, 12 Angry Men and Y Tu Mama Tambien. Great videos as always and hope your cinematic journey is going superbly!
Thank you very much for this comment as well. Yes, these are really great choices that you bring up... all of them!
Apocalypto (At the end I feel like i was dragged along on the journey with the main character. So underappreciated). The Naked Prey is much the same.
Aguire the Wrath of God (its like i as the viewer I feel the slogging through the jungle these people are on)
The Assassination of Jesse James By the Coward Robert Ford (the score and photography, mood set by the direction, the narrator's voice...i feel every second of the slow burning melancholy...in a great way)
Thank you so much for this epic list my friend.
I'll have to give OHMSS another try, haven't seen it since I was in high school!
Btw, your vest here reminds me of Paul's in Magical Mystery Tour!
David, thank you very much. Yes, if you can, please do so. And let me know what you think about OHMSS.
And haha... thank you!! I am very flattered. I still have the vest. And yes, I know the one you are talk about in Magical Mystery Tour. I wish I had a white tuxedo like the ones they wear in "Your Mother Should Know." Also if we are talking about fashion in Beatles films, for me the classic one is Victor Spinetti's sweater in A Hard Day's Night. Cheers my friend.
I love Naruse's style and work.
Thank you so much and me too!
Wow, it’s such a coincidence that you open with When a Woman Ascends the Stairs when I was just looking at buying it the other day. I’m glad you regard it highly.
jaymanxyz2 I am so happy to hear you say that. It’s really such a splendid film. I think it should be discussed and seen by as many people as possible. If you decide to buy it and watch it, please let me know! I’d love to hear your thoughts!
Really appreciate your discussion of On Her Majesty's Secret Service. It's a special film.
Thank you so much Samuel!!!
I have loved Diana Rigg since The Avengers. The only thing about On Her Majesty's Secret Service I didn't care for is the casting of Telly Savalas as Blofeld. I thought Donald Pleasance was so ruthless and sinister as Blofeld but Telly Savalas was popular at the time.
Sansho The Bailiff! I almost put this on my own list. It completely blew me away when I saw it, it would definitely make my all time top 50 films if I ever made such a list.
I love your videos & style of presentation Daisuke, not only very interesting & informative but also very relaxing.
Dear Craig, this is such a great comment, and a joy for me to read. Thank you for your kindness.
Oh yes, Sansho the Bailiff. This is one that I think is, for me, the reason why Mizoguchi is the master filmmaker. It could very be an example of a perfect film.
A few of my picks for moving films...
1. The Lord of the Rings
2. 2001: A Space Odyssey
3. The Godfather Part 2
4. Barry Lyndon
5. Seven Samurai
6. A Brighter Summer Day
7. Tokyo Story
8. High and Low
9. The Human Condition
10. Ikiru
11. Bicycle Thieves
12. My Neighbor Totoro
13. Grave of the Fireflies
13. Paths of Glory
14. Spirited Away
15. Taipei Story
16. Stalker
17. Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
18. Once Upon a Time in America
19. Naked
20. Early Summer
21. Harakiri
22. Vertigo
23. The 400 Blows
Those are just a few...
Such a great list my friend. Really fantastic. I wonder, of the Lord of the Rings films, which one in particular is your favorite?
Daisuke Beppu thank you, my pick would be the return of the king, though I personally view the whole trilogy as one grand work, like the human condition or something like that. Each films picks up straight after the previous one and the whole thing is one giant story.
Grave of the fireflies is the most moving animated film I have ever seen. Masterpiece.
Great video daisuke. You mentioned a few of my favourite films. When a woman ascends the stairs is a masterpiece I agree it's a very moving experience. Also only yesterday is my favourite studio ghibli film. It's so nostalgic and moving I shed floods of tears when taeko makes her decision at the end of the film. I'm in the UK and a man but I related to her story so much it reminded me of certain things Ive gone through and still going through in my life but obviously not quite the same things. It also felt like a Yasujiro Ozu film to me the way the story was told and the way it looks I'm sure that wasn't an accident. Did you notice that? I'd love you to do an analysis of this film sometime similar to what you did with kikis delivery service. But if its too difficult for you to talk about in great detail I totally understand.
Hello Gary my friend, and thank you so much for your comment. Oh yes, the film ONLY YESTERDAY is such a moving film, and Taeko feel so alive as a character. It is really such an amazing achievement. I totally agree with you my friend.
I hope you are well.
Hi Daisuke, love all the content and your thoughts on cinema. I set my alarm at 7am on the weekends so i can get up and watch your Film Club livestreams.
My 5 moving films list (in no particular order)
- The Red Violin by Francois Girard
- Her by Spike Jonze
- Somewhere In Time by Jeannot Szwarze
- Let the Right One In by Tomas Alfredson
- Annie Hall by Woody Allen
Hello Denis A., and it was so nice to see you at the last livestream. And, wow, I am so honored that you would set your alarm clock and wake up early for the livestreams! I am so sorry that I can't schedule a better time for you, due to the time difference of me being in Tokyo. And thank you so much for sharing this wonderful list!
My favorite " moving" films are Barry Lyndon, Cinema Paradiso, The Wild Strawberries, Amelie, The Heiress (with Olivia de Havilland), Five Easy Pieces, Ikiru, 8 and 1/2, Big Fish, and Almodovar's Pain and Glory, to name a few. I know half of these are not on Criterion but......
Great video, I would love to hear your thoughts on the best Japanese directors including the ones that may be seen as underrated or not talked about enough.
Thank you! What a great idea. I am planning to do a video discussing those Japanese directors that I like but that are not as widely discussed. Directors like Shuji Terayama or Toshio Matsumoto or Kazuo Hara or Naoko Ogigami or Takashi Ito or Shozin Fukui or Shinya Tsukamoto and others.
Thank you Daisuke for sharing these and why they move you. Sansho is one I have been wanting to see. Three moving films that come to mind for me are, they may sound a little odd. Divine Secrets of the Ya Yas. This film has got to me where I won't watch it now. Moves me cause of how well it mirrors my childhood. Another is Christine can relate to the character Arnie very much when I think about my middle school years. To me it's a tragic story. Last is Say Anything, its like they followed my Wife and I around when we were dating. It's one we both like to watch from time to time.
Oh yes, one day if you get a chance to see Sansho the Bailiff, please let me know! I know that you have been watching a lot of Japanese films lately, such as the films of Kurosawa, and so perhaps you will find Sansho the Bailiff to be a very interesting watch indeed. I look forward to hearing what you think about it.
And great choices regarding your own "moving" films. I have never heard anyone mention Christine as a moving film, but now that I think about it, you are totally right, and especially when we think about the relationship between Arnie and Christine. It's really beautiful and touching and very sad. Thank you for reminding me of how touching this film is!
Watching "Deep Red" and then your review led me to your channel. Since I am quarentined, I have been binge watching you and have thoroughly enjoyed your insights (Rocky Horror Picture Show caught me off guard). I did make a top 10 list, but some of mine are:
1.) City of Hope (John Sayles) sense of helplessness in the closing scene.
2.) Best Years of Our Lives
3.) To Live (Zhang Yimou)
4.) Hat Full of Rain
5.) On the Waterfront
Hello Inkfish Pete, and it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance. I hope you are well during these times. And thank you so much for this great list. It is great to see Sayles mentioned.
@@DaisukeBeppu thanks for mentioning the Criterion streaming service. I'm embarrassed to admit that I had no idea such a service existed. I checked it out and subscribed to it. There selection is what Netflix USED TO BE (back when they mailed the DVDs to customers in those little red envelopes).
Great choices. Really pleased to see On her Majesty's Secret Service and Sansho The Bailiff, two personal favourites of mine. Sansho especially is a devastating film. So brutal.
I agree with you about Sansho the Bailiff. And I am glad to hear of your fondness for OHMSS as well!
I could probably list about 30 different films that have moved me in one way or the other. My top three that are the most affective are probably Paris, Texas, In the Mood for Love, and Portrait of a Lady on Fire. Great list by the way. From the ones I’ve seen from part one and this one are also quite moving to me too.
Hello and thank you so much for your comment. It sounds like from the films you mentioned that your list is incredible!!
One movie that moved me nearly to tears when I first saw it is an Italian film with Cate Blanchett called Heaven. She plays a desperate woman wanting to kill a crime boss, but accidentally kills a cleaning woman. As she's being interrogated by the police, a young translator on the force falls in love with her, and helps plan her escape. What nearly moved me to tears was the Italian countryside and how gorgeously it was captured. And of course this desperate and impossible love the two share - and the ending! Think I'll watch it again tonight. :-)
Oh yes, Heaven! I haven't seen this film in some time, but I really love it. Wow, thank you for reminding me of this great film!
Awesome video Daisuke! I loved seeing ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’ on your list, a really interesting choice, I must check it out! For me, ‘A Woman Under the Influence’ by Cassavetes moved me more then any film I can really recall. Gena Rowlands... wow... what more can you say?
I have a question Daisuke. Is there any ‘type’ of film you feel most drawn to? For instance, are you drawn to emotionally moving films more or thrilling, suspenseful ones or fun, adventure stories etc. Or is it more dependent on mood or circumstance?
Cheers mate! Keep up the amazing work.
- Henry.
Hello Henry and thank you so much! And well done for mentioning A Woman Under the Influence. I respect that very much.
As for your question, what a great question. And thank you for expressing an interest in what I might have to say on a given topic. So, for me, I think it totally depends on mood and circumstance. Also, it is a kind of balance between films that I have seen versus films that are new for me.
What about you?
@@DaisukeBeppu Sorry for my late reply Daisuke. I would probably agree that it depends on my mood at the given time. Although, I do like to feel challenged, whether that be intellectually, politically, spiritually, emotionally etc. things that I have to wrestle with is something I greatly appreciate in a film. Not to say there isn’t a place for more ‘comforting’ films! But these are just what I’m more naturally drawn to. 😊
Great and very interesting conclusion to this list Daisuke. Very moving stuff. Another film I’ve thought about that moves me is Manchester by the Sea. I don’t know if you’ve seen it, but it’s a truly heart wrenching and heartbreaking film. It handles the grieving process of losing a loved on so well that if I say anymore about that particular topic I may spoil a pivotal moment in the film that’s truly shocking and devastating if you haven’t seen it. Casey Affleck plays the lead character to a T. He is the only person I can see in that role and does a stellar job like he usually does and Michelle Williams is incredible as always. I don’t have a lot of words for Williams, but she delivers an incredible performance that complements Affleck’s performance. Everybody is fantastic really, but those two in particular really stand out to me. If you haven’t seen it, I recommend you see it at some point, but be prepared that it’s a very sad film and there is a sense of hopefulness by the end of it, but the journey to get there is so real and sad, yet that sense of hopefulness is a great way to end the film. It’s a film that moves me in a way that I’ve never been moved before and I’m glad it won the Best Actor and Best Original Screenplay Academy Awards it received. I only wish it picked up another Oscar or two, particularly for Michelle Williams. She’s one of those actresses that deserves an Oscar, but there are so many actors and actress that should have an Oscar and don’t that it’s mind blowing to see how many people have never won an Oscar.
Thank you so much for this Jared! So, I am a great admirer of Michelle Williams and her work. She is very great. I haven't yet seen Manchester by the Sea but I must do so one day since you are very enthusiastic about it (as you may know, I am very bad when it comes to recent films). But I did see the film Blue Valentine with Michelle Williams and she is so powerful and brave and devoted to her performance--she is really amazing.
Daisuke Beppu you’re very welcome and you’re so right about Williams in Blue Valentine. She was truly incredible and is always a joy to watch, even if the film is heartbreaking she always brings everything she has into every role and always knocks it out of the park.
@@Jared_Wignall Yes!!!!!! You are absolutely right as always!
This is a random question I was hoping someone would answer. Isn't there supposed to be a flash sale this month?
Christopher Rourke it looks like it will be Tuesday March 5!
T2 Trainspotting hands down
I still haven’t seen it. So you would recommend it?
Daisuke Beppu you have to watch the first one first
@@reecegallagher1822 Oh yes, good to know. I have seen the first one and I love it.
@@DaisukeBeppu cant recommend it enough. These characters are exactly where you woud expect them all to be 25 years later.
Also Irvine welsh's books are a great read but written in Scots dialect which may be hard for others to understand.
Another very interesting video Daisuke, you have an intriguing view on what is moving. I enjoyed hearing you talk about a Bond film as I completely disagree as I personally can't stand Bond films, but I think it is fun to hear a completely different opinion on things as it can give many different insights and make me think differently although I know that my opinion on Bond films will never change. The Devils was one of the best first time watches of last year for me, and as you might remember I watched it because I heard about the film from you, I remember we had a quick discussion on it on Facebook. For me the film was more fun than moving as it had a very interesting dark humor that I tend to love. I agree on Sansho the Bailiff, the film isn't that fresh on my memory, but if I remember correctly, the ending is very moving.
Have you seen most of the bond films? By the way, I totally respect your opinion and I just want to know a little bit more about it so don't think I'm trying to get in a fight or anything.
@@reecegallagher1822 I've seen all except Quantum of Solace and Spectre. I have to admit that it's been a long time since I watched the Connery and Moore ones, but I don't think I would enjoy them if I were to rewatch them.
SJSFilms Solace and Spectre are not really good (especially if you hate Casino Royals and Skyfall) and I can see why someone wouldn't like the Connery or Moore films. But thanks for answering!
Reece Gallagher Casino Royale is actually the only one that I can watch and enjoy. Skyfall I saw on the big screen, and almost left before the film ended haha. It’s not just Bond films, I don’t like this type of action films in general, I hate Mission Impossible franchise too.
SJSFilms you would still probably hate Solace and Spectre