First Time Watching **JOHN WICK** And I Was NOT PREPARED For It (Movie Reaction & Commentary)
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- čas přidán 3. 02. 2023
- John Wick Movie Reaction and Commentary
today we're watching John Wick for the first time!
I was absolutely not ready for it to go this hard.
hope you'll enjoy this reaction to John Wick!
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I like you’re commentary about the Russian parts, I’ve seen so many reactors watch this movie and it’s always interesting to see different takes. Keep being you.
You are right we look at something and see it one way . Wear someone from a different country see it different I like finding out stuff like that.
ABSOLUTELY this.
Details matter, and the cultural stuff is plot-important, so...yeah, don't apologize for speaking to what you know.
When you shoot through glass the trajectory of the bullets often are unpredictable, John couldn’t fully control if it hit his target 👍
Maybe he was using a special type of bullet only available to those with a special coin.
I actually think he's missing on purpose since he dont want to shoot him as we see a minute ago. John is just playing with his prey like an orca
Spidering in glass says some thick section in there, maybe meant to convey light bullet proofing by writers or something. His sight lead was spot on from that angle at least. Check the vid on Keneau training with firearms and martial arts; around 4000 hours combined for this first movie alone!
He was messing with his prey. Notice how he crouched next to the dying guard, staring straight at Iosef as he executed him. It was to raise his fear levels before he went in for the kill. He did it for revenge, after all 🙂
The glass deflected the bullet or it was bulletproof. John don't "play with his prey", he's strictly business as is demonstrated at the end when he calmly 86s Josef without a word or pause.
The hotel forbids "business" on the premises. It caters to killers and insures their safety at the hotel. She violated that policy and suffered the consequences.
That may also b e the reason why John Wick did not kill her; it too would have been a violation of the policy. I'm not aware that killing in self-defense is acceptable in the hotel, unless someone knows this for sure.
@@bbwng54 Considering John was asked if he needed a dinner reservation and did not also give a definite answer to the question, killing in self-defense is justified I think.
@@justwatch7091 If you follow the rule exactly as Winston describes it (No business will be conducted on these premises --> no completing/fulfilling contracts, revenge killing, ...). Defending yourself isn't technically business imo. So I think they would let it slide, especially (as you mentioned) since they asked if he needed a dinner reservation after he just told them about 'an uninvited guest' (which implies he was not intent on doing anything like this)...
The movie has 1 simple rule: You DON'T kill in the Continental.
Also, the pencil speech is on of my favourit monologue, that Viggo says. This is one of the greatest action movie/trilogy of all time. And I'm really hyped for the 4th - also yes you shold react to the 2nd and the 3rd.
That's okay, she was busy babbling about color pallets and talked right over that line... in fact she talked over half the dialogue. She's annoying.
@@Mr.Ekshin it's a commentary reaction not a sit down and watch and be silent reaction
@@davidhansen9792 good point.
@@Mr.Ekshin Then don't watch her why are commenting? do you want attention?
@@tariqshort4025 - Your mom gives me all the attention I need.
"The puppy is so adorable and I'm such a mess"
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oh, really? You call this a mess? Well, let's see what we can do about expanding your horizons.
When the manager of the Continental talks about incurring heavy penalties, he means it. lol
Love the clever detail of Marcus asking if the contract was closed. If it was, then there would only by one assassin hunting John. Since it was open, Marcus agreed to take it so he could protect John from multiple enemies.
It's a masterclass in show don't tell. The movie hooks you and keeps you invested by making viewers figure out details that are treated as commonplace by the characters. From dinner reservations, gold coins, cops ignoring underworld killing, to the Continental being a safe house... everything is laid out and given just enough context for us to build the universe in our minds while still moving the story along without clunky exposition.
Favorite detail: The spot he walks off with the dog at the end is the same spot his wife collapsed in the beginning.
Sophie gushing over how cute the puppy is.
Those who don’t know: 🥹
Those who know: 🫥
Puppies are so cute! 🥺
I was BETRAYED
@@SophieLents: 🤣🤣🤣
@@SophieLents Yes, we all felt that way the first time.
I watched this movie on opening weekend with my sister. After this scene she was so pissed she almost walked out and blamed me for not warning her even though the movie was her idea lol! It was the first weekend so know one knew on the puppy scene!
Fun fact: The mob boss gradually goes from absolutely sober to an alcoholic mess through course of the film. Understandable considering what he already knows.
Sophie: I love his dog!
Me: *maliciously rubs hands together*
John wasn't missing when he was shooting at the bathouse. The glass was just too thick for the bullets to get through.
Well, a bullet went through Iosef’s skull, and that was definitely thick. Not much room for a brain in there.
Thanks for the video Sophie! Feel free to drop Russian trivia or any knowledge bombs on us anytime you like, I and I'm sure others enjoyed it. :)
👍 👍 Agreed
Go on Sophie, I have the same issue hearing American actors speak German instead of casting an actual German 😀
@@tjaldin Michael Fassbender did a great job in "inglorious basterds", didn't he?
"How is he doing all this?" Fun Fact ... Keanu trained like a Fiend to be able to look, act and feel like an absolute Pro in those Scenes. Took Professional Shooting Lessons, Hand to Hand Training etc, and afaik he did literally all of those Stunts himself. That man is an absolute Legend and should serve as an Inspiration to anyone who wants to "get it right" while still remaining humble and grounded. The Trilogy so far are among the best Movie he ever starred in and it all boils down to him just going that extra Mile to achieve Perfection. Good to see your take on the first one, hopefully you'll watch the other two Movies in the Trilogy as well. They are just as action-packed and the Cinematography is utterly amazing. Also, spoiler warning, no dead puppies in the other two Movies so at least you wont have to go through that Heartache more then once xD
In Keanu's words, he does all the action, not the stunts. He does all the fighting, all the shooting, some of the driving, but when he has to take a hard fall, get hit by a car, get thrown off a second floor, he leaves that to his stunt double.
In the 2nd film his house burns down.
The John Wick franchise are great action films with a great cast, likable lead, visuals, and action! It's awesome that you're reacting to this film since the fourth film comes out next month, and I can't wait for your reactions to Chapter 2 and 3!
I cant wait for four
1 and 2 were great, part 3 is Full Retard..
I’m so excited to check them out!
@@SophieLents the 2nd and 3rd are not as good as 1st one. They basically repeat the same all over again. Fun fact about Baba Yaga, as you know it is a female character, but for some reason Hollywood writers stubbornly call the male characters in their movies with the female name. I think the only movie where they did it correctly was Ant-Man and the Wasp.
Number 4 comes out in March this year. Number 5 is in the works and may release next year.
I love that you and Dasha comment on the Russian accents it makes the reaction more enjoyable 👍
Want me to ruin your day even more? The puppy was hit across the room from John, he was knocked out, then woke up with the puppy right next to him with a blood trail behind its body. His puppy tried to crawl to him before dying 😭😭😭
Still fills me with rage
either that or the russians put the puppy in front of him on purpose :(
Sophie
One of Iosef's thugs, actor who was there for that disturbing scene with "puppy" cried and then adopted the "puppy" after scene filmed.
Sophie
Gold Coins are the currency for the Underworld of John Wick.
I loved your commentary and the Russian facts. I enjoyed it! As well as your excitement and wonder!!
Don't apologize for the Russian tidbits! It adds to the reaction, not detract. Great reaction as usual!
Well actually~ I appreciate your commentary on the Russian portrayals in the film. So thank you
Awwwww, thank you!!
This movie is something on its own. They portray the protagonist as the Hunter and the bad guys as the prey. Most other movies the protagonist is usually the "prey". The direction of this movie is amazing, truly. Everything is in place and it keeps us on the edge of our seats. One of my all-time favorite movie!
They did the same in equalizer too. Had you thinking the villain in that movie was bad till he met the protagonist 😂
Every movie is insane, the situation keeps escalating, sooooo worth watching.
First time viewer, already subscribed.
Educating us about the Russian stuff because you're a "know it all" is pretty cool. So is the rest of your reaction
❤️
If you remember, the management of the continental said "No business on continental grounds, less incuring heavy pena;toes." What happened to Perkins was the "Heavy Penalties."
Fun fact: the dog that John took at the end of the movie was going to be put down. So he tecnically saved it.
Tragically lose a dog, heroically rescue a dog. Such is life.
I loved your Russian information, it sets your reaction above most others. A couple of bits of trivia for you. Vigo was an assassin like John. The dog he took was registered to be put down. The scene where they were walking away is the same location where his wife had collapsed.
watch movies, watch tv shows! whatever you want, we are here for you!!!
First time coming across your channel, I'm glad that you're creating movie reactions!!! This is a GREAT reaction!!!👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you ❤️
This movie really knows how to break your heart in the first 15 to 20 minutes. Lol
Yup. Honestly, it's a level of story-telling you don't even see in most Oscar contenders.
This movie really has it all.
Up and John Wick go too hard
two things that are easily missed in this movie is first one, the hotel is off limits to any kind of killing. that's why the manager said "no business in the continental". two, john stabbed himself on the same spot where he had wound from earlier. he knows it isn't a vital spot that could impair him more than what he received earlier.
This was such a great reaction! loved this John Wick too, everything established about the guy’s so fascinating as you said! Also, if you want to go down some more blood-gore stuff with heart and family drama then i’d recommend Logan ❤
I love your comments on the Russian language! On any languages. Hollywood totally needs to do better on that score (Looking at you Super Scottish Gerard Butler playing a Greek and also Super Scottish Sean Connery playing a Russian lol).
That's one reason I love Tarantino. When he made Inglourious Basterds he hired actual German/French actors to play the part of German/French characters.
@@hellraiser338 well, he actually hired an Austrian actor to portray the main German character, but same difference :D
When you said "Calm down budget Channing Tatum"!!, that had me weak AF!!! 🤣🤣🤣
The John Wick house is out there on Long Island in a very exclusive town called Mill Neck.. (At the end of Horseshoe road right by the water..) --- The runway where he practices driving is at Republic Airport, Farmingdale, NY.. -- The place where Ms. Perkins gets hers is the Bethesda Fountain in Central Park...
I loved that you picked up on the lighting choices. So many subtle story aspects in this one. He lets Francis go at the club because he gave intel on how many guards were inside.
Loved the Russian information you gave, it added to my enjoyment. After all, that's why we watch reactions is to get the viewpoint of the reactor.
If you enjoyed this movie, the sequels are very much worth it, and also look up Nobody.
Yep. The "lost weight" in kilos is actually the number of guards.
-I came into this franchise late. Now, I’m a huge fan and I can’t wait for the fourth one.
-When it comes to why Viggo didn’t have his men kill John, my theory is in two parts. The first is that he missed what John could do. Going back to the lullaby right before the assault on John’s house, Viggo had a smile on his face as he sang the last line. Then, as John is chasing them, he’s smiling and laughing during it. He’s even having fun with his lawyer after he asks for a gun. The whole thing is leads to part two. He’s wanted to be the one that kills the legendary John Wick and he’s getting that opportunity. Before their fight at the end, he says “No guns. No bullets.” A gun is impersonal. Even with a knife, he would have to be up close.
-Definitely check out the sequels. The best way to describe it is the shit gets crazier and crazier in the most fantastic way.
-Something I’ve noticed from reactions to this movie is the producers ultimately made the right call with Daisy. The reactions to the her being killed brought the perfect emotional response from the viewers. If this was about the car, there wouldn’t be enough of an emotional attachment for the audience to link to. The death of John’s wife, which the audience already sympathizes over, can’t be linked. Daisy fills that role by being adorable AND a gift from John’s wife to help him grieve and move on with his life. When Viktor(?) kills her, go back to John’s speech in the church where he explains to Viggo where she wasn’t “just a dog.” The audience already senses that, which makes them sad and/or angry. It builds up the desire to see Iosef get his comeuppance. You have the reaction of Aurelio when he sees John’s car followed by him decking Iosef and not being scared when Gregori pulls a gun on him. This creates intrigue as to who “John Wick” is. Then, Viggo calls Aurelio to ask about hitting his son. After getting an explanation and Viggo saying “I see”, the audience goes from intrigued to flat out wondering, “WHO THE FUCK IS JOHN WICK?” After Viggo explains, the audience that just moments before was either sad or upset over the producers killing a puppy are now totally invested in this movie and are dying to see what happens next.
It's actually interesting hearing the Russian translation. The movie will be all the therapy you'll need.
We want MORE analysis of Russian stuff in movies, not less lol. 😂
Got it 😅
@@SophieLents more sample of movies. Anastasia, Siberia, attraction, attraction 2. Those movies were filmed in Russia. Another set of movies shot in Russia: war and peace, Sputnik, cast away, the Russia house etc.
The John Wick films are hands down the best films that Keanu Reeves has starred in many, many years! I fell in love with this franchise from first watch, just wait until the sequals, each one better than the last 😁 And there's a fourth one coming out this year. The Choreography is incredible! Keanu does pretty much all of it, the behind the scenes of this film are definitely worth watching.
Bill & Ted, The Matrix, and John Wick. How many actors have so many big franchises under their belt? Most would be overjoyed with ONE.
@@dr.burtgummerfan439 Hell yeah! Although not a franchise, but Speed and Point Break are also two of Keanu Reeves's best films 😁
The Entertainer circus music that kicks in at 12:36 is absolute genius. I choked on my pasta.
I’ve never seen any of your reactions and this just randomly popped up and I was curious. I’m happy that this was your first reaction going outside of the box. It’s one of the best reactions I’ve seen this year so thank you! You got 1 new subscriber
In the final fight, he pulled the knife into himself where he was already injured so it minimized the damage and let him break Viggo's arm.
It’s exciting to see you react to movies other than animation, they’re fun to watch, and they’re the first thing I look for on CZcams Saturday mornings! But it’s nice to see you expanding! Much love from Louisiana! 💯💙
The most emotional reaction of all I've seen, it was so fun to watch. Keep going!
What?? You're watching Live action???
You're in for it, Thank you Sophie
None of us were prepared when we first watched it!
12:13 i am really glad to hear all that russian stuff! it’s a pleasure to find out about someone studying your language and culture ☺️
I love the fan theory that John Wick is the alternate universe where Ted failed the exam at the end of "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" and is shipped off to military school.
I love your reaction to John wick one Sophie I just watched all 3 for my 1st time , can't wait to see your reaction to 2nd and 3rd one there's also gonna be a 4th 1 this year
The actor leading the cleanup crew was also T-Bird in “The Crow” and famously Luther from “The Warriors”; “🎵Warriors, come out to playyyyy.🎵”
John don't miss 4 times.... Damn glass stops 4 times
Honestly, I love that you comment on the Russian stuff. People are interested in knowing more about cultural influences on movies.
This movie is what you get when the stunt performers decide to make their own movie.
The pistol used by John Wick is an HK P30L before this move came out you could buy one in the US for around $700. However after John Wick was released you couldn’t find a P30L for under a $1000 because everyone wanted the “John Wick” gun.
Keanu Reeves is such an icon and a national treasure! ❤
🇨🇦 ❤
I’d say international treasure, but extra special thanks to Canada.
I know its been a year, and im still at the beginning, but when i saw your heart for his wife passing, my first thought was "oh poor sweet summer child"😊 im already enjoying this reaction
Definitely watch all of them and definitely keep sharing your Russian knowledge! I love getting extra details and info from people with relevant knowledge and experience that I don't have!
There is an entire article on the detail of the drinks. I would not be surprised if there is info on the color schemes the writers/directors went full in on this series. The world building too in the sequel the scene of John preparing adds depth to an already unique world.
He stole John Wick's car, sir, and killed his dog.
"Oh"
^ that one word comes across with enough power you immediately get John is a threat before even knowing anything about him.
John is so well known because he is surrounded by people who live in the world of murders that he was in, John was a hit man with a great reputation and in those low worlds he has a respect that he has earned, that's why everyone knows him and nobody wants to interfere with he.
HOOORAYYY WAS SO HAPPY WHEN I SAW U REACTED TO JOHN WICK
Great!! reaction, so heartfelt and appropriately done.
19:35 hard disagree about the bourbon, it tastes great! But I did have to learn to taste it. I started with old fashioneds (cocktail with sugar, bitters, bourbon, ice, optional orange peel), and gradually wanted to taste more of the bourbon and less of the other ingredients until one day I was just drinking the bourbon neat. Before then, the most I knew about whisk(e)y was shots of Jameson in college, and shots of anything tastes terrible - it's just a horrible way to drink. But bourbon sipped gently is sweet, spicy, vanilla, wood, warmth.
Bourbon, my favourite biscuits.
Whisk(e)y… this person knows their spirits. (“Whiskey” is American spelling and applies to bourbon. “Whisky” is for scotch and Irish.)
Agree, dare I tell her I feel the same as her but with Vodka.
I watch u first time the editing is soo good i like this style reaction
Vigo explained the story, Wick is an Assassin, Vigo was A Russian mobster
Jimmy the cop is the single wisest person in the entire John Wick universe.
It never fails to amaze me that people cannot readily discern that Dafoe character is protecting Wick. I'd say over 50% get it wrong ... "Boy - he's a really bad shot." 😂
It never fails to amaze me that people still don't know that the pillow Marcus assassinated was guilty of killing HIS dog and stealing HIS car a few years before.
Everything has a price.
😂😂😂
People are just naturally hardwired to distrust Willem Dafoe. 😄
13:07
"I need to know how we went from a CS:GO professional to a kind, family man."
Viggo said it best:
"It's over a woman, of course."
his character was a former Marine that's what that tattoo on his back was so that's why he's so deadly
What's even more impressive is the fact that this was done by a duo of stuntmen that doubled Keanu on matrix trilogy, after this one they split their ways, Chad keeps making John Wick movies but already signed himself up on other new IPs, the other is David Leitch that made these little movies like Deadpool 2, Hobbs Vs Shaw, Bullet Train or Atomic Blonde.....both very very talented guys....there's also another very talented ex-stunt double that made Extraction film with Hemsworth, sequel will come out this year and I'm sure he'll have a wonderful career as well.....these guys are saving the action film genre!!!!! God bless them
the next part is the favt. movie in this franchise so far. third was also great but part 2 was straight to the point.
24:32 I never noticed before that what he has in his mouth isn't a cig xD. Dude is so fucking stressed that mans said "Fuck it. I need a joint" LOL.
Wait it wasn't?
@@megaxind16 its a joint. dude must be REALLY stressed lol.
Speaking of Russia... There is a comedian named Bert Kreischer who tells a true story about what happened to him when he went to Russia in the mid 90's. It's called "The Machine" and is really funny. The story has been verified by his classmates and is the subject of an upcoming movie.
When you have hard-core Russian gangsters shitting bricks at just the mere mention of your name you are in a class all your own
The innocence is hilarious, holy crap 😂
John Wick in one sentence: "Swapping a cute puppy, for a not-so-cute rescue dog, while killing dozens of bad guys, and looking cool."
John Wick is a master of Gun Fu.
A mix of jiu-jitsu, judo, and shooting people in the face.
11:06 I love that you’re catching the juxtaposition of storytelling through the use of the complimentary Orange/Teal palette .. I love you , you got my sub, thank you for this.
Just found your channel today with this video, and I went back through your others, to see what your channel is about. WOW, to go from what seems like 99% family animated movies to this? I now understand your comment in regards to watching something NOT animated, but maybe you should have eased in to it. LOL This is an amazing action movie, with a touching story at it's core, and is probably the complete polar opposite of what you have been watching before, ENJOY!
Lol, talk about ripping the proverbial "band-aid" off eh.
I’m just unpredictable like that 😂
Writers were sitting in the theater loving that the crowed was getting attached to the dog 😂.
For real though im new to the channel and i love that you talk about the Russian parts. Keep that up👍🏿
Hello there, it's been a while since my last comment, but I got to say... nice seeing a change of scenery, a long step going straight to John Wick, a rollercoaster of emotions right at the beggining.
As always, much love for your reactions here. Can't wait for more! Full support on the diversity of content 😉
Instant classic. Excellent action scenes, superb photography, great thriller. One of the best 80s 90s like movie ever.
What people generally fail to understand about the first john Wick movie, is that John is the Antagonist not the Protagonist, in otherwords he's the "bad guy" in a bad situation.
Other than the bourbon talk, great reaction to John Wick! (Good bourbons taste very nice.)
Lol, I was saying to myself "She must've never had a good bourbon." 😁
Finally. The day has come.
Going from animated movies to John Wick - wow, thats a complete shift to the opposite end of the movie genre scale... This will be interesting to watch!
Great reaction to a great film.... it just gets more intense from here on with the sequels....ENJOY!
The part of the John Wick series is the fact that they’re all a continuation of the previous movie and 4 comes out next month #ToBeJohnWick 😅
This movie makes so much more sense after a rewatch
You earned a new sub, love your reaction ❤️
"Meanwhile in the writers' room" LOL!!!
The sequels in this franchise are actually very good. Definitely worth watching!!
@18:15 He was intentionally missing Iosef to invoke fear in him, seeing that he doesn't "fear" John.....NOW he does!
I watched all the John Wick's recently and I love them even more now ❤
Calm down "budget Channing Tatum" I have no words. You are the best 🤣🤣
They fixed the Russian in the German dub, the said Babaj (for Babajka) the black man, the didn’t write 50 pounds, because the 20 kg was the number of killers inside, that got lost in editing. And of course they also corrected the sentences, too many people still know Russian
There is an entire world of classic action, thriller, and horror movies I would love to see your reaction too. TAKEN with Liam Neeson is similar to John Wick. Put that on your list. Also, the recent "The Invisiable Man" movie with Elizabeth Moss is an excellent thriller.
Budget Channing Tatum had me dying😩 😅😭
13:35 -- I have no doubt, that there are people that not even the police will fuck with... Especially someone as lethal as John -- AND -- Cleans up his own messes so they don't have to get involved..
Puppy update: New to the series, even though I knew about it... Daisy (played by Andy) was adopted after the movie by a friend of the director, renamed "Wick" and even went to the premiere of John Wick 3, unknown if he went to JW4.
Awesome reaction loved it you were great 🌹😎hope to see you for part 2
First time on your channel; enjoyed the Russian education and the reaction.
I’m glad you liked it!
Just found your channel and I enjoy the way you break down the cinematography and lighting selection. I also enjoy how you juxtapose small comedic bits in your reactions. May I suggest "Galaxy Quest" as a comedy that you might enjoy.