Five Characters In Search Of An Exit - Twilight Zone Episode REVIEW

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  • Strap yourself in for an existential crisis. Our #TwilightZoneMarathon of REVIEWS continues with 'Five Characters in Search of an Exit'. In this REVIEW, we delve into the mystery behind five characters trapped in a cylinder with no memory of who they are, where they are, or how they even got there.
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Komentáře • 159

  • @rainbowFRIGHT
    @rainbowFRIGHT Před 2 lety +11

    I got excited for another Twilight Zone review! I haven't seen this one in so long. As a kid, it validated my thoughts on EVERYthing having a conscious, even a stapler. Man, the Twilight Zone really set the stage for so many films and shows it's crazy reflecting on it all. Indian in the Cupboard was my jam!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +2

      rainbowFRIGHT, always good to hear from you. As a kid I had such an imagination so I can relate. We made out own little worlds back then. I was surprised how many other movies and tv shows used the idea of toys coming to life. Initially all I could think of was Toy Story, then as I researched I was like, ooooh yeah, Rudolph, Indian & the Cupboard...etc...so many. Anyway, thank you for watching, be well.. : )

  • @FoxtailCinematics
    @FoxtailCinematics Před 2 lety +23

    The idea of the story is so unique, and honestly a little terrifying lol. We can all pretty much relate to questioning our own existence.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +2

      We can all relate, I had to edit this down so as not to rant on & on about this subject. Thank you for watching & commenting. Have a good one.

  • @TrustNot
    @TrustNot Před rokem +7

    The story is existentialist in the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre. We human beings find ourselves on the Earth by accident. There is no meaning in life - just a series of accidents without meaning. We don't remember anything before we were born, and we have no clues as to what happens after death.
    "We're here because we're here, because we're here...because...we're...here!"

  • @francesjarvis884
    @francesjarvis884 Před rokem +5

    It blows my mind how this show made it to tv. It's so brilliant and so cerebral. Rod Serling was a genius!

  • @cirespeedreviews
    @cirespeedreviews Před 2 lety +14

    Dude.. This was a unexpected plot twist.. Great review.. I haven't gotten this far yet.. A must watch

  • @AtomicSnackBar
    @AtomicSnackBar Před 2 lety +9

    As I always say, cause I am super redundant, I always love the ones with heavy mystery elements. And this one was particularly good because the twist was so unexpected. Nowadays, they probably would have been dead the whole time. Hollywood never seems to tire of that cliché.
    The Toy Story analogy is apt indeed. I thought that same thing.
    Another great analysis, good sir.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +3

      Hey Rob, good to hear from you man. You are right, that probably would be the modern Hollywood way to go. I think the 'they were dead the whole time' twist worked well enough in some cases, but now it really has become cliché. Thank you as always for watching & commenting, hope you are having a good weekend.

    • @AtomicSnackBar
      @AtomicSnackBar Před 2 lety +1

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater It tis my pleasure, good sir.

  • @nickmanzo8459
    @nickmanzo8459 Před 2 lety +8

    When I was about 12, I thought I’d seen every Twilight Zone episode, when one night, they played this one at about midnight when I had a bad fever. This episode scared the shit out of me. I couldn’t figure it out until the very end. Then, it made me emotional because it made me think of all the toys I’d gotten at the church yard sale over the years, thinking about if they actually had personalities, how they’d have felt being abandoned and then given a new home.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Nick, I had a similar experience with The Jungle. I wasn't feeling very well and fell asleep watching that only to be woken up by the horrifying conclusion. It is interesting hearing about these personal stories and connections people can have with these episodes. Always cool to hear. Be well man & thanks for the watch.

    • @nickmanzo8459
      @nickmanzo8459 Před 2 lety

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater not at all. I love this episode especially as I’m a toy collector (not hardcore I only collect some choice toys from my childhood and a few modern things), so I suppose I get a bit emotional thinking about my memories connecting to my toys. My mom got me almost the entire Masters of the Universe toy mine on clearance, and as we were extremely poor, and so they were my favorite toys for years. I never got kids who’d get rid of one action figures for the latest new thing,

  • @thencasti
    @thencasti Před 2 lety +3

    "Who are you and what are you doing here? Is there a circus around here somewhere?" Was how my job interview began. lol

  • @rkrueger8009
    @rkrueger8009 Před rokem +3

    Clown: "we're here because we're here because we're here"

  • @LisaLoves
    @LisaLoves Před 2 lety +10

    The Twilight Zone is so creepy. I love the voiceover on the episodes. Have you ever seen the movie The Laplaces Demon? I think you may like it a lot.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Lisa! Happy Friday! The Laplaces Demon...no I have not seen it yet, just checked into it a bit though and I want to check it out. Looks like it's on Amazon. Thanks for checking in -- ttyl : )

    • @mr.danandhorror4230
      @mr.danandhorror4230 Před 2 lety

      That definitely looks interesting!

  • @diegovelasco2296
    @diegovelasco2296 Před měsícem +2

    My FAVORITE Twilight Zone episode. And that’s saying a lot. Nothing was ever as absurd as this Masterpiece.

  • @nctsoftware5272
    @nctsoftware5272 Před rokem +3

    It conveys the message that gaining perspective on one’s problems helps to identify the solution. In this case that was expressed literally.

  • @thegringoscottproductions1699

    Having a Major in the Military as the new character is a great idea. A military leader will choose force, he is also able to unite and lead people for a cause. I vaguely remember this episode. I think that I loved it. A wonderful review my friend. I was very happy to see that you made a new video.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      It's been a while, but I'm always happen to get one out eventually. : ) Agreed, it made total sense for the major to play the leadership role and try to light a fire under everyone to try an escape attempt.

  • @yukimikasaki9705
    @yukimikasaki9705 Před 2 lety +2

    This is an amazing episode, built around a darn simple scenario, yet with the best of performances, and as tense and suspenseful as the viewer can expect. And like The After Hours, we deal with humanoid dolls shaking any insights to reality that we have, and that's pure Twilight Zone.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      That's what gets me too! It is such a basic set-up, yet it is intriguing. The story manages to open up a ton of possibilities along the way and it really keeps you engaged throughout. A first watch is the best, but even on repeated viewings it's still just fun to think about plus all of the performances were great. Thanks for watching Yukimi!

  • @HildaDC
    @HildaDC Před 2 lety +7

    I love that u bring out old school shows or movies to life especially with such great detail. Much love

  • @gcaprecap
    @gcaprecap Před 2 lety +7

    Excellent TZ review as always Fever and you grabbed another one of my favorites. One of the best out of nowhere twists that makes TZ such a fantastic show with the most unique stories. Nice work!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Heeey wassup GCap! Thank you for watching & commenting man, always appreciated bro. Have a good one.

  • @MarvelandDC379
    @MarvelandDC379 Před 2 lety +4

    Like any Twilight Zone episode, this one raises so many questions and when they're finally answered, it feels so shocking yet satisfying. If I were in a situation trapped with strangers not knowing where I am, I would freak out and panic too. The twist ending was just absolutely brilliant. It's like some twisted version of Toy Story. There's also the philosophy of nihilism, existentialism and purpose that makes us think. Like we're trapped in a meaningless life with no sense of real purpose. As humans ourselves, we're the play things of gods, higher powers or the universe.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey MarvelandDC, ha ha, I went down the rabbit-hole reading up on things I haven't read about since college. I wanted to at least touch on the deeper topics the episode was delving into and a bit of the philosophy, (existentialism, nihilism, fatalism...etc...) Anyway, thanks for watching as always & have a good weekend.

  • @CurlyGirlAtTheMovies
    @CurlyGirlAtTheMovies Před 2 lety +2

    That twist ending was super creepy, but it wrapped things up so nicely

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Curly Girl, thanks for the watch & comment. I agree about the ending; and it left me with a few interesting things to talk about. Be well & have a great weekend.

  • @jamesdrynan
    @jamesdrynan Před rokem +2

    Absolutely superb! I love the tear from the ballerina. I admire your research, Mr. Fever. William Windom had a 1969 TV series called " My World and Welcome to It, " which I enjoyed. He later co-starred on " Murder, She Wrote " with Lansbury.

  • @thencasti
    @thencasti Před 2 lety +4

    Good review! I like that you added the misfit toys reference from Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, because the toys from the island of misfit toys also want to leave that place, a place of no purpose or meaning. I think that meaning is a big thing in this episode. I wonder what the ending means in relation to the characters. Yes we get the twist, they were toys all along, but now that they know, what does it mean to them? Do they understand that they are toys? The toys from Toys story and Rudolph know that they are toys and want to be useful to children. In this twilight zone episode we are to speculate what the repercussions are to these 5 characters. We are not told or shown what the characters gain from their journey. We just see them in a pile with sad tearful faces. And their faces don't look realistic, they've turned to mannequins or dolls. I wonder if in their search of meaning they actually lost something else.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Yeah the aftermath of this story would make for an interesting story as well. A lot of these leave you wondering what happens next? "I wonder if in their search of meaning they actually lost something else." A fascinating thought.

  • @strangemonkey90
    @strangemonkey90 Před 2 lety +5

    This reminds me of the movie Cube from 1997. I need to watch this episode. Insane twist. I can also see the Toy Story comparisons as well.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Heeeey wassup Strange Monkey, thanks for stopping by man. I'm so behind on vids but I am aiming to have a new TZ vid up tomorrow. Be well bro!

  • @VasManHorrorLivesMatter
    @VasManHorrorLivesMatter Před 2 lety +5

    A bit conflicted about watching the review to the end. Never seen this episode and do I want to spoil the twist for myself? Alas your video was so good I was compelled to finish it. Classic Twilight Zone here and a perfect review👍👊.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Vas, don't sweat it at all man. If that's ever the case, please by all means feel free to skip past me talking about the conclusion or to be safe, watch after you see the episode. As much as I love hearing from you and everyone, ideally I'd prefer everyone experience/watch the episodes first and the twists. 👍

  • @Cinecrisis
    @Cinecrisis Před 2 lety +3

    Excellent analysis as always, sir. This episode is a personal favorite of mine and I still remember the first time I saw it years ago on one of the New Years marathons. I loved it not just because of its intriguing and mysterious plot, the complete randomness of it, and the bittersweet ending, but also because, like you mentioned, it really makes you think. Its ability to serve as a character study for how different people react in a crisis is exquisite, a recurring theme in Twilight Zone, but this is taken to more extremes because of the unique personalities involved here. I also appreciate that even though the ending shouldn't necessarily be satisfying, it very much is because it's earned based on the journey we take. Anticipating your next review!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      I totally hear you, it is an earned ending and it is probably one of the most memorable twists I can think of. You are right about it examining how different people react to a crisis. Plunging people into bizarre scenarios is what this series did best. Anyway, thanks for watching & commenting Cinecrisis, have a good weekend man.

  • @jons.6216
    @jons.6216 Před 2 lety +2

    This was a great surprise twist the very first time I saw it late night in high school! Although from an an adult perspective - that collection volunteer didn't seem to be doing much of a job attracting attention to her drive with that bell only periodically ringing! Haha!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Ha ha true. Although now I'm imagining the episode with a more enthused volunteer working ringing the bell excessively....I'm tempted to make a fan edit.

  • @spiritsnscreams
    @spiritsnscreams Před 2 lety +4

    Excellent choice. I remember this episode. I love the concept of new beginnings and the unknown.. both horrifying and thrilling all at the same time depending on how you look at it. And I agree, working together to accomplish the goal. Nice analysis Anthony! Love this one.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Heeey thank you, always appreciate you stopping by. This one was tough to wrap my head around ha ha.

    • @spiritsnscreams
      @spiritsnscreams Před 2 lety +1

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater I’ve been struggling with this concept recently, I think we all do at some point(s) and I was told to “trust the universe”

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      @@spiritsnscreams Absolutely. It's very relatable.

    • @theruddyone6443
      @theruddyone6443 Před 2 lety

      Cant have a Good New Beginning without Jesus christ. Bless you

  • @ManofMoviesPod
    @ManofMoviesPod Před 2 lety +2

    Aye yo Anthony! I have to say that I think you absolutely killed it with this analysis, my man! This episode may be the one that interests me the most out of the ones you’ve reviewed thus far. I think it’s the whole Toy Story-type premise of it all.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Heeey wassup Jon! Thank you for watching man. Toy Story was the main movie that jumped to mind in relation to this concept. I was curious if maybe there was some inspiration, but Toy Story was inspired more by Tin Toy an older Pixar short. Again, thanks for the watch & comment man, much appreciated.

  • @heidifedor
    @heidifedor Před 2 lety +2

    You think of it as a suspenseful episode of something ominous is happening, but the ending is bittersweet.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Agreed, bittersweet is the best way to describe the conclusion. Thanks for the watch & comment Heidi. Much appreciated! : )

  • @alexshadowfax1119
    @alexshadowfax1119 Před měsícem +1

    Theres an episode similar to this on Star Trek TNG where Picard wakes up in a room trapped with others and the whole time they are theorizing why they are there, good episode

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před měsícem

      I think I recall the one you are talking about! I have to give that a rewatch.

  • @mama_monster_87
    @mama_monster_87 Před 2 lety +3

    Great review! You're definitely making me want to have a marathon as well. Lol

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey wassup Mama Monster! Good to hear from you, hope you have been well. Thanks for the watch and comment, be well and have a good weekend. : )

    • @mama_monster_87
      @mama_monster_87 Před 2 lety +1

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater thank you & of course! Keep it up & hope you have a great weekend as well.

  • @HorrorFlickswithNick
    @HorrorFlickswithNick Před 2 lety +6

    One of the few episodes I've seen, love this one (and loved this review!)

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey good to hear! Thanks for watching Nick. I appreciate it, be well & have a good weekend bro.

  • @splashwithariel
    @splashwithariel Před 2 lety +2

    I got chills and seeing the ballerina with tears. Your videos are always awesome.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Ariel, yes that closing shot with the ballerina was actually pretty somber. Thanks for watching, always glad to hear from you. Be well.

  • @ScreenKings
    @ScreenKings Před 2 lety +2

    I love one shot location thrillers! Was gonna say this looks like some trippy version of The Breakfast Club, w/ all the archetypal characters stuck in one place! But that twist! I thought Toy Story was the first one to do such concept!
    Love that the episode ended on a positive note but this proves to be something better as a microcosm of society! Aren't we all toys constantly searching for an exit - for something that we don't really know where to look for? Fantastic video Anthony!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Kevin, yeah this one really got me thinking. Setting the fantastical story elements aside, there's lots of basic questions here; 'who am I?' 'is there more to everything?' I think we all reflect on things like this now and then. Anyway, thank you for watching man, I appreciate it.

    • @ScreenKings
      @ScreenKings Před 2 lety

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater Oh yes now more than ever esp this pandemic haha

  • @LetsBReelwithBrad
    @LetsBReelwithBrad Před 2 lety +3

    What an incredible well made video like you always do! This episode sounded so fascinating and very creepy especially with that creepy ass clown! The twist was very unique and something I hadn’t seen before especially in the time it came out. I always look forward to your twilight zone reviews!

  • @humps678
    @humps678 Před rokem +1

    What I love about this episode is that the clown is the most intelligent of the bunch, which is ironic considered people don't take clowns seriously. And if you go back and watch, the ballet dancer actually was the closest in guessing why they were there.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem

      True, she's mentions they are the unloved. That's ambiguous enough when she says it, but later it is the closest to reality. Thanks for watching Franco, have a good week ahead!

  • @terencemiguana
    @terencemiguana Před 2 lety +3

    Great video as always. This channel is brilliant. Envious in the best possible way

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Terence, thanks you man, that is much appreciated. Be well & have a good one.

  • @GregNumber5
    @GregNumber5 Před 2 lety +4

    Glad to see you able to do another review, I enjoyed it.

  • @thegringoscottproductions1699

    The Toy story concept was also part of my childhood. I always thought my toys came to life when I was not around. lol

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Scott, ha ha that's interesting...same here...Me too. I literally hoped that would happen. Thanks for watching & have a good weekend.

  • @videoinstructionsguy3240
    @videoinstructionsguy3240 Před 2 lety +2

    They were all toys! Awesome. Unfortunately, I don't remember this one, but all your reviews bring back memories of watching these on late-night reruns as a kid. Maybe we're all just toys in some cosmic game? If so, I want to be a Rock Em Sock Em robot! Take care

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Vig - thanks for watching man...I like your cosmic game notion. No matter what the case may be...I still want to be a Robocop. 🤣😂🤣

  • @susanmctavish6639
    @susanmctavish6639 Před 11 měsíci +1

    One of my favorite episodes. I don't know where to begin but I watched it when SCI Fi channel still showed this around 10pm. All the characters not knowing were they belong. It would be fun to act out on a stage because all you need is a kind of half circle set.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 11 měsíci

      Hi Susan, you are right, this one would be a great candidate for a theatrical production. A Game of Pool would work too. Now that you mention it, I think there's been stage productions of a few episodes, but not sure which stories have been adapted. Thanks for watching! Be well & have a good day ahead. : )

  • @reggied6122
    @reggied6122 Před rokem +2

    One of most creative writing of the twilight zone episodes.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem

      Agreed Reggie, this one is in the top tier when it comes to creative stories from TZ.
      Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @watchwaddle
    @watchwaddle Před rokem +1

    Loved this video. I’ve asked people about this episode before and most think it’s just a surprise ending episode that doesn’t have much dept like the others. But you just made a ton of strong arguments. Great job. Keep up the awesome twilight zone reviews.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem

      Some of these definitely inspire a lot more thought, this was certainly one. I appreciate you checking through these, be well watchwaddle.

  • @mikeg2306
    @mikeg2306 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I’ve long thought that Bob Dylan’s song All Along the Watchtower was inspired by this episode.

  • @parnellsmith7035
    @parnellsmith7035 Před rokem +2

    There is no circus and there is no war.

  • @debbieanne7962
    @debbieanne7962 Před rokem +3

    This is a much loved episode, I've never seen a comment by someone that didn't enjoy it. I didn't guess the end, but I thought it was brilliant!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem

      I agree, overall this one seems pretty well liked. The conclusion was incredible! I loved it too.

  • @HaveCheetahWillView
    @HaveCheetahWillView Před 2 lety +5

    An nightmare version of "Toy Story",Twilight Zone style........

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Patrick, I agree. This was like Toy Story from the Fifth Dimension. Thanks for watching & commenting. : )

  • @nakeishamammeri5094
    @nakeishamammeri5094 Před 2 lety +2

    That ending was definitely a twist

  • @fynnthefox9078
    @fynnthefox9078 Před 2 lety +4

    What I consider THE best episode of the Twilight Zone.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Whoa, pretty cool - Yeah I have seen more than a few mention this as their best. Its certainly one of the more interesting one's I've talked about in a while. Thanks for watching.

  • @radiogirl85
    @radiogirl85 Před rokem +1

    You do such a great job with these! This is one of my favorite episodes too, please keep the reviews coming.

  • @memyselfandi.3943
    @memyselfandi.3943 Před 10 měsíci +1

    The Human condition:We're here because we're here.

  • @marieroberts5458
    @marieroberts5458 Před rokem +2

    Coming late to the party as usual, but I must mention ( hope I'm not repeating someone else) I like how Rod and the author let the ballerina come the closest to the right answer- they WERE the unloved. The hobo had the other part of the equation- they were in limbo, ... until Christmas.
    Which unless they had no frame of reference for the current cultural era, and they do have some inherent knowledge, else they wouldn't be able to speculate or even speak in the first place, they now know they are toys, or at least playthings, waiting to be given away to some child, specifically the girls' orphanage. Hopefully, the hobo, bagpiper and the major will be loved, but
    Spoilers for those who passed on Toy Story 4
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    Little girls like different toys from little boys, and the more masculine toys especially in that era, might not have been enjoyed by little girls. But still, if you have little else, you might be grateful for anything you receive, even a cast off 'boy's toy' .
    And thanks for including a good shot showing the barrel long enough to read the name of the orphanage and that it was for girls aged 6(?) to 12. I never noticed read the barrel well enough the first time, so I didn't realize it was a girl's orphanage, which makes the oddity of throwing a ballerina into the mix make even more sense, while the others are even more clearly castoffs by people clearing out toy chests of the dolls least played with, they are all in too good a shape, even the hobo and the others still have their "attachments", the sword for the major, the umbrella for the clown, and the bagpipes for the piper. They were unloved or kept as keepsakes and never played with.
    If the major and the others wake up before distribution, or if they awake when the next donation comes crashing down (I hope there will be more, it scares me the barrel is so empty during the shopping season) if the major retains his memory of the sojourn outside the barrel, he may have seen and heard enough to put 2 + 2 together. And the poor ballerina will know that she will soon be in her new home, with a girl who will love her.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem +1

      Hi Marie, don't worry there's no such thing as being late to this party. I am happy to follow up with comments on new vids and old ones too when I can. You have interesting thoughts on this episode and I'm with you on that. This one truly gets the wheels turning on so many levels. And yes, good catch, the ballerina came the closest to what was actually going on amidst all of the theories tossed out. Again, I appreciate the comment, be well & have a nice weekend! : )

    • @marieroberts5458
      @marieroberts5458 Před rokem

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater glad to be of service. I am really enjoying this channel and I hope others will find you.

  • @Galantski
    @Galantski Před 2 lety +2

    This is a decent episode, but for me it loses something with multiple viewings. The best part for me is the opening ten minutes or so, when it's just the back and forth between the major and the clown. Although all the cast members were adequate or better in their roles, but while William Windom's The Major is the central character, for me the best thespian turn was by far Murray Matheson as The Clown, and he usually steals every scene in which he's featured.. Of course, it doesn't hurt that his his character has the best absurdist lines, which he delivers with considerable gusto:
    *The Clown:* [of the Major] Very active chap. Quite a function. Compulsive worker.
    *The Major:* [still tapping the wall] You a big-time psychologist, huh?
    *The Clown:* I'm a clown. Which is neither here, there, nor anyplace. I could be a certified public accountant, a financier, a left-handed pitcher who throws only curves. What difference does it make?
    [singing to the tune of "Auld Lang Syne" while the Major pounds the wall]
    *The Clown:* We're here, because we're here, because we're here...
    [breaks off as the Major turns to stare at him, then brokenly starts up again as he resumes hammering]
    *The Clown:* Because - we're - here.
    www.imdb.com/title/tt0734569/quotes?ref_=tt_ql_sm
    It's been speculated that the 1997 horror movie _Cube_ was to some extent inspired by this episode. czcams.com/video/Esjc0rPj3K4/video.html
    Because of Rod's outro, I consider "Five Characters In Search Of An Exit" more as dark fantasy than out and out horror.
    4 out of 5 wacky existential flower pot clown hats!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Oh man, when I did this review I wasn't joking, it did break my brain in a sense. I found myself rethinking the ideas and themes throughout. Despite the fact that the ending/twist was explicit, I still felt there was more to it. The Clown as you noted, spouted all of these wonderful absurdist lines. "We're here, because we're here, because we're here..."
      But I couldn't help but think there had to be a deeper meaning to it all. I guess that's why I found myself identifying with the Major. Seeking deeper meaning flies in the face of absurdism as it was represented by the clown so maybe I just subscribe more to essentialism? In any case, thanks for watching Galantski, loved the trivia about Cube and I tend to agree, this one can be classified as a dark fantasy as well.
      Be well!

    • @Galantski
      @Galantski Před 2 lety

      @Fever Dreamland Theater I agree about the Major's importance--he's even able to get the Clown motivated!😄
      You say you identify with the Major because of the search for a deeper meaning. Ah, but that's the problem: _is_ there a deeper meaning? And is he the one to look for an answer to that question?
      I'd have to say no. While it's true he has the best answers to their present predicament, he's going strictly on empirical evidence--it doesn't go beyond that, but then it doesn't need to--finding a way to get out of the cylinder is all that should occupy them at the moment..
      I think the deepest thinker amongst the characters--when he's not acting a fool is the Clown; not that his ideas are always sound ones, but at least he's the only one who seems to be looking beyond the obvious. At one point he muses about first the light atop their confinement (the sky? an artificial light? an illuminated microscope? on a space ship? another planet? etc.) this way about their predicament and the place (each other's dreams? an illusion? limbo? etc.), before exclaiming : "You call it, you can have it.: That's the one thing we have an abundance of: _possibilities."_
      But, of course, his "deep thinking" leads nowhere. But so does the realism of the Major, because in they're simply five dolls who aren't even aware of that basic fact. I wondered about alternate interpretations, but the one that seemed to present itself I had to discard immediately, and that was that of a socioeconomic message.
      They don't easily break down that way. If the Major is meant to be defending the ruling elite along with the piper, and the hobo at the other end of the class system (somehow I don't think he'd be as menacing as the shabby scarecrow of a man who bedeviled Nan Adams). I suppose we see the Clown (as a Jester) and the Ballerina as entertainers in a royal court, but the analogy is limited.
      I want to thank you, Anthony, for forcing me to do a word search for essentialism. I've been racking my memory to recall if that system was mentioned in philosophy class. I'd like you to explain it as used in this episode.
      To close, I'm going to go off on a brief tangent about how disturbing clowns are. We often hear about how no one had issues with clowns before John Wayne Gacy ruined the image forever. Although he brought about explicit linkage of clowns with evil, there has always been something unsettling about them: They fit in that peripheral part of consciousness known as "uncanny valley", along with mimes, dolls, puppets, ventriloquist dummies, androids, etc., as something _posing_ as human.
      czcams.com/video/ahTpbFwQxrE/video.html
      Here's a video of a woman named Kris in therapy to overcome her deathly fear of clowns -- ._coulrophobia ._ I find it unintentionally funny. I've even thought of a _TZ_ spoof. Kris get's tossed into the cylinder alone with the Clown.
      My title: "One Character with Stuffed Toy Making Her Own Quick Exit". (Imagine the outline of Wile E. Coyote as he crashed through sheer rock, and that's how I envision Kris trying to escape confinement with the Clown.)
      czcams.com/video/1h3Dh5QAD7w/video.html
      Stay safe, be well, and beware the clown under your bed. 🤡

  • @jaiden123451
    @jaiden123451 Před rokem +1

    That's the inspiration for Art the clown The Terrifier

  • @Jones183
    @Jones183 Před 2 lety +2

    This was a really interesting and good episode, awsome video man

  • @jedi1josh
    @jedi1josh Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is my favorite episode of Twilight Zone.

  • @NyesBizarreCinema
    @NyesBizarreCinema Před 2 lety +2

    New subscriber here!
    I remember this episode! I must of blocked it from my ming because it used to freak me out. Lol
    I enjoyed this.
    Great job new friend!

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Heeey B Movie Madness. Thanks for the watch! Hope you've been well, looking forward to your new vid.

    • @NyesBizarreCinema
      @NyesBizarreCinema Před 2 lety

      September 30th will be here before you know it. I'm about to record soon.

  • @nicholasschroeder3678
    @nicholasschroeder3678 Před rokem +2

    Definitely a take on Sartre

  • @sheWIND
    @sheWIND Před 2 lety +3

    So good! They don't make suspense like this anymore. Wonderful review!

  • @VRmod
    @VRmod Před 2 lety +1

    Great episode!!

  • @standardofexcellence
    @standardofexcellence Před 2 lety +1

    Great review

  • @ultramag0343
    @ultramag0343 Před rokem +1

    Great episode

  • @NaomisAdventures
    @NaomisAdventures Před 2 lety +4

    Good review

  • @pnutbutrncrackers
    @pnutbutrncrackers Před 2 lety +3

    Quality review, Anthony, as usual. I thought the actor playing the clown was outstanding (thought: Have I seen a better clown? Not sure I have.). Even before you made the Toy Story connection I was thinking along the same lines. Namely, how far back does the plot device of toys with their own secret lives go? My wife likes this one a little more than I, but I'm a hard grader, so yeah, probably 3 or 3.5 for me. Thanks for taking the time to put this video together. You're sure good at it.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks Hop, yeah once I looked into it a bit I was like 'oh yeah, Babes in Toy Land, Toy Soldiers'...etc...It is a concept that has popped up before. I appreciate you watching & commenting as always - be well sir & have a great weekend.

  • @samus88
    @samus88 Před rokem +1

    Such a brilliant episode. Easily top 10 TWL episode for me.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem +1

      It really is a great one. Great mystery, strong performances, unique twist and a lot to think about. Thanks for watching willprogresivo!

  • @SciFirstMovieTalk
    @SciFirstMovieTalk Před 2 lety +2

    Looks like a freaky episode! Sounds like an idea I have seen copied a few times in various shows / movies - as always the Twilight Zone sounds like it delivers with an intriguing premise! Awesome review! :)

  • @horroritup4644
    @horroritup4644 Před 2 lety +2

    I love this episode.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Horror it up. Glad to hear, it is one of my favs as well. & thank you for the watch, it is much appreciated. Be well.

  • @breathtuberelaxation813
    @breathtuberelaxation813 Před 2 lety +1

    episode is nice.. liked it 👍☺️💐

  • @FahqAll
    @FahqAll Před 2 lety +1

    This episode was 1 of 3 tz episodes where i was able to guess the twist

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      That's pretty impressive for this one. I guessed a few along the way too, but as I recall, this one got me right up until the reveal.

    • @FahqAll
      @FahqAll Před 2 lety

      Thanks, I remember watching it and thinking they were toys but I kept wondering why someone had a toy of a tramp.
      But I was very excited when it ended and I was correct

  • @daleholbert8032
    @daleholbert8032 Před rokem +1

    My favorite episode

  • @mr.danandhorror4230
    @mr.danandhorror4230 Před 2 lety +1

    Would you believe I never saw this one until recently! Great review of a very solid episode.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Mr. Dan. I'm the same way. I still have maybe 4 or 5 I have never seen and a whole bunch I need to rewatch because its been so long. Thank you for watching & have a good one.

  • @davidreed7496
    @davidreed7496 Před 2 lety +1

    Hmmm… we’re the filmmakers of Toy Story influenced by this?

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey wassup David, I was curious about that too. I believe Toy Story evolved from one of Pixar's 1988 shorts called 'Tin Toy'. The general idea itself though about toys had been seen in other movies going back even further. Thanks for watching! Have a good weekend!

  • @HorridScape
    @HorridScape Před 2 lety +3

    An even more depressing toy story lol

  • @HildaDC
    @HildaDC Před 2 lety +1

    Hey hey hope all is well haven't seen u post anything. 🥰

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      I'm doing well, just a bit behind. ha ha Hopefully I'll have up a new vid tomorrow. Thanks for checking in Hilda! : )

    • @HildaDC
      @HildaDC Před 2 lety

      @@FeverDreamlandTheater glad to know ur okay 🥰

  • @THEDOPESHOW_FrankMidnight

    😍 This is one of my top 5 favs 😍 GREAT VIDEO.

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety

      Hey Dope Show! I really dig this one too, its cool to see it is a favorite for so many others as well. Thanks for watching. 👍

  • @bonesandthenecrozoo
    @bonesandthenecrozoo Před 2 lety +1

    Man creepy episode.. I like the one that takes place in the old west... About a ghost a knife and a grave... Have you done that one? Sorry don't know the name of it...let me know do I can watch it...👍💀

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey Bones! The one you are talking about is 'The Grave' Season 3, Ep. 7 with Lee Marvin. I have not covered that one yet, but I'm looking forward to it. Thanks for watching man, have a good weekend bro. 👍

  • @lalelol8956
    @lalelol8956 Před rokem +1

    Everything has a soul because it was created with soul. inanimate objects don't exist

  • @mattdamurdaman7966
    @mattdamurdaman7966 Před 2 lety +1

    Cool Channel Man! Thanks for the Sub! ⚰️✌️😎

  • @JuanRamirez-xh3kc
    @JuanRamirez-xh3kc Před 2 lety +2

    Another fave of mine, I still think they ARE in HELL.

    • @pluslinfini4135
      @pluslinfini4135 Před 2 lety

      Yeah maybe that's the case ! Maybe becoming toys is their punition

  • @robertwoods4229
    @robertwoods4229 Před rokem +2

    Great analysis, btw are you ever going to review the episode a nice place to visit? it's my favorite, the only thing I don't like about it is it's also Donald trump's favorite episode, which is strange because you'd think if he had a favorite twilight zone episode it would be the one where everyone is under the tyrannical rule of a spoiled child..

    • @FeverDreamlandTheater
      @FeverDreamlandTheater  Před rokem

      Hey Robert, sure 'A nice place to visit' will be upcoming. I plan to cover all of these, it's just a matter of finding the time. Be well & much thanks for the watch & comment!

  • @slughost
    @slughost Před 2 lety +1

    🐌👻

  • @JENDALL714
    @JENDALL714 Před 2 lety +3

    They're misfit toys.