The first kissing scene still makes me cry whenever I see it. Charlie doesn't dare to hope and Nick is terrified of the ramifications, but it's still a beautiful moment.
I'm really enjoying your authentic reaction to this beautiful show. I'm 69 years old and clicked on Heartstopper out of curiosity. I rapidly became addicted to the endearing characters and their unfolding stories.
Welcome to Heartstopper Syndrome - symptoms include red, teary eyes, sore cheeks (from smiling), aching ribs (laughter and also angst), warmth in the heart, plus a feeling of sadness at not living in a world this positive and hope filled. Tissues, a warm blanket, and hydration are your friends
The shock in both Nick and Charlies eyes during the first kiss scene gave me a full blown bisexual awakening in my late twenties. This was the first time i truely recognized myself in a queer storyline on a TV show!
In the scene where Tara and Darcy are dancing, the crescendo of the music when they kiss plus the rainbow explosion gives me watery eyes and goosebumps EVERY time.
Kit Connor (plays Nick) said that that was the most beautiful scene in season 1. That smile on Nick's face was partly the character's and partly the actor's.
@@felixhenson9926 or the North of Spain. Very similar weather. I always say, in my childhood I always had an umbrella in my hand. At least that is how I remember it 🙈
There is still a big difference, because Nick still is there for him in the open. Not kissing him, but being for him as a friend, spending time with him, not caring what others say about it,... Ben didn't even say hello. Great reaction again! And: we all love Mr. Ajayi ❤
There's a profoundly cute 'easter egg' at 18:20. On the morning after the party, when Charlie looks at his phone, the date is March 21. That means the life-changing kiss happened on March 20, which is the first day of spring... as in Charlie Spring! That has to have been intentional. BTW we see you tryna blink away your tears. 😎
I’ve watched that kissing scene probably 40 times and it always brings me to tears. I remember the first time watching this with my fingers crossed just hoping no one would walk in and interrupt them, which is so cliché in queer media. This was so beautifully done.
The cliche is mentioned both in an interview with Kit Connor, and in an article (by a book reviewer) about how the overall show is structured. In the article, the reviewer makes a good case that the author/illustrator (Alice Oseman) makes use of red herrings. Usually the 'red herring' device is used in mystery novels. Knowing that the readers often follow the clues to try to figure out "who-dun-it" --- the mystery writer will insert information into the text that looks like a clue, but turns out not to be. It's as though the detective in the novel is just taking note of whatever they find in the crime scene or about the various suspects --- but hasn't figured out which things they notice are relevant and which are not. The reader, by following the irrelevant information, will be fooled (for a while, at least) into believing they have figured out the ending/the conclusion. The reviewer suggests that Alice Oseman is using the same device, BUT the 'red herrings' are the preconceptions viewers have internatlized through exposure to queer media over the years. In this case, Alice is not inserting the 'red herrings' into the on-screen "text"; instead the 'red herrings' live in the viewers' memories built by queer media. Then, viewers make predictions about 'what is going to happen next' -- but often the predictions turn out to be wrong. The first kissing scene works that way. I've seen many Reactors watch the beginning of that scene and predict -- out loud -- that someone will interrupt the boys and ruin the moment. In an interview, Kit Connor (plays Nick) said that the interviewer expressed surprise (bordering on shock) that counter to expectations, no one entered before "their lips could touch" and stopped them. Kit realized that the show subverted the cliche, showing that another outcome was a possibility -- the relationship would be allowed to fly. The reviewer, in their article, pointed out that this 'red herring device' was used by Alice Oseman all through the seasons -- to show how the negative cliches about many topics could be subverted -- in order to persuade the viewer that there could be positive alternatives, instead.
Yes. This has confused several Reactors. Some did not realize that the pink oval around Nick (in episode 1) was Charlie's imagined fantasy of what Nick was going to ask him; his imagination has Nick, whom he has known for maybe 3-4 weeks, annoucing that he (Nick) is gay too and wants to be with Charlie forever. But then the pink bubble bursts and Nick is simply asking if he'd want to join the rugby team as a reserve player. The positive clouds/ovals are usually pinkish. Charlie's negative thoughts (sometimes 'worst case scenarios') are circled in gray to black clouds. That use of the clouds shows up periodically throughout all three seasons.
heartstopper has 3 seasons and the their growth and differences throughout and by the end of season 3 from season 1 is so crazy and amazing so much happens
I didn't think you could outdo your Doctor Who reactions and then you hit me - hard - with this. Literally my favourite TV show in years... maybe a decade?! I'm so excited to revisit Heartstopper with your big heart. Thank you :)
Great reaction, I’m 53 and am living the school life I never had by watching these characters, I am like Charlie so I totally connect with him. Can’t wait to see you take this Heartstopper journey through the seasons, it only gets better.
@@becksyno7 omg same! I'm 47 and even though we had it better than our parents, still no one was out in school in the 90's. It would've been so cool to have a show like this when we were teens.
The most entertaining _minor_ point in reactions to Episode 3 is the very end, where it cuts to credits after Nick arrives. Every reactor gets a small freakout there, but no 2 reactors freak out the same way.
Argh, I just watched this and started crying all over again. I cry every time at the kiss - it makes me so happy (and so sad that I never got to experience kissing a boy I loved at that age).
I love that you questioned if the kiss happened that was my reaction when I first saw it and I've not seen other people think that. But in episode 1 when Charlie wanted Nick to be asking him out but Nick was going to ask him to join the rugby team the daydream parts had already been shown it makes you wonder how real the kiss was or if that was in his head too I love that they did that and left you questioning it and how Charlie must be feeling so confused wondering what is going on for Nick too. And the way that kiss went down was so magical and raw like I felt as nervous watching it as the two of them. The silence between the questions was so real and palpable! The acting and storytelling of this show is just so brilliant. Also the pacing having their first kiss so early on was amazing I loved that they didn't drag that out too long. And it was such a lovely moment so happy they got the kiss uninterrupted even if they didnt get to chat after that was just so special. The messiness of Imogen asking him out was so frustrating but again so real and loved the cliffhanger of Tao and Elle overhearing such great drama and a tension builder!
I'd like to clarify a couple of things about Nick's "friends". The impression I've gotten is that until Nick met Charlie, he had no close friends (besides Nellie). If you pay attention to how the kids hang out before school, you'll see that they tend to congregate at a picnic table. At one end of the picnic table are the Rugby teammembers (Harry being the loudest one) AND the non-teammembers --- hangers-on , including Ben and Imogen. At the opposite end of the picnic table, sits (or leans) Nick. ALONE. He sits with his back to everybody else and either is quietly thinking to himself, or looking at/reading his phone. He may use the word 'friends' as a conventional shorthand, but they are not truly his friends; they are his Mates, which has a different connotation. When Nick and Charlie are at Harry's birthday party, they choose to sit on a sofa in a room that has fewer people in it, so they can converse (and hear each other talk) Before Harry interrupts their conversation, Nick is telling Charlie how he has to get his mom to play Mario Kart with him. (Technically Nick is not an only child (which we find out in season 2); his brother is a few years older and is away at a university in Scotland; the brothers are not close) But the Nelson household comprises only Nick and his mother. And Nellie. And Nick is an introvert who spends a lot of time alone. *** *** *** We've seen that Nick is not anti-social; he will smile at people who approach him and respond to them in conversation (but the conversations seem to be the superficial "How's it goin'?" type of exchanges.) Interestingly, Nick gets along well enough with his mates, that he was made captain of the rugby team, and can get the mates to work together as a team. He's that kind of 'leader' -- one who emphasizes cooperation over subordination.
Thanks for the reaction. You mentioned the umbrella... try to focus on the colours in the show, there is a lot going on. Important to know is, that blue symbolizes Nick and Charlies colour is yellow. So many wonderfull details in this show.... ❤ Happy weekend
I’m 32, so not necessarily the same demographic, but I did the same. I can’t explain the instant connection and amount of feelings/ emotions I had watching this show. So much trauma that resonates on such a deep level…
As a reader of the comic and books, there are some decisions the show makes that kinda annoy me later on. Like, I completely understand why they're made that way but it is a shame not seeing certain characters.
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The first kissing scene still makes me cry whenever I see it. Charlie doesn't dare to hope and Nick is terrified of the ramifications, but it's still a beautiful moment.
I'm really enjoying your authentic reaction to this beautiful show. I'm 69 years old and clicked on Heartstopper out of curiosity. I rapidly became addicted to the endearing characters and their unfolding stories.
I'm 56 and had the same experience.
I'm 58 and became a fan of the Webcomic after I watched the first episode in the first season
I'm 73, and since April 2022 haven't spent a single day without either re-watching parts of the show or thinking about it.
46 and obsessed with heartstopper since season one.
I'm 50 now, and SAME ❤
Welcome to Heartstopper Syndrome - symptoms include red, teary eyes, sore cheeks (from smiling), aching ribs (laughter and also angst), warmth in the heart, plus a feeling of sadness at not living in a world this positive and hope filled.
Tissues, a warm blanket, and hydration are your friends
Yup, definitely have Heartstopper syndrome
The shock in both Nick and Charlies eyes during the first kiss scene gave me a full blown bisexual awakening in my late twenties. This was the first time i truely recognized myself in a queer storyline on a TV show!
In the scene where Tara and Darcy are dancing, the crescendo of the music when they kiss plus the rainbow explosion gives me watery eyes and goosebumps EVERY time.
Kit Connor (plays Nick) said that that was the most beautiful scene in season 1. That smile on Nick's face was partly the character's and partly the actor's.
Also, notice the colors of the lighting over Nick. (Pink, purple, and blue) That lighting comes up in later episodes and is meaningful.
"Yo i said it was a good day and before you know it, it's already raining"
Welcome to Britain! 😅😂
@@felixhenson9926 or the North of Spain. Very similar weather. I always say, in my childhood I always had an umbrella in my hand. At least that is how I remember it 🙈
There is still a big difference, because Nick still is there for him in the open. Not kissing him, but being for him as a friend, spending time with him, not caring what others say about it,... Ben didn't even say hello. Great reaction again! And: we all love Mr. Ajayi ❤
There's a profoundly cute 'easter egg' at 18:20. On the morning after the party, when Charlie looks at his phone, the date is March 21. That means the life-changing kiss happened on March 20, which is the first day of spring... as in Charlie Spring! That has to have been intentional.
BTW we see you tryna blink away your tears. 😎
I have watched an embarrassing amount of Heartstopper reactions and yours is one of my favorites. You make me lol. ❤
Aw thank you!
I’ve watched that kissing scene probably 40 times and it always brings me to tears. I remember the first time watching this with my fingers crossed just hoping no one would walk in and interrupt them, which is so cliché in queer media. This was so beautifully done.
The cliche is mentioned both in an interview with Kit Connor,
and in an article (by a book reviewer) about how the overall show is structured.
In the article, the reviewer makes a good case that the author/illustrator (Alice Oseman) makes use of red herrings.
Usually the 'red herring' device is used in mystery novels.
Knowing that the readers often follow the clues to try to figure out "who-dun-it" --- the mystery writer will insert information into the text that looks like a clue, but turns out not to be.
It's as though the detective in the novel is just taking note of whatever they find in the crime scene or about the various suspects --- but hasn't figured out which things they notice are relevant and which are not.
The reader, by following the irrelevant information, will be fooled (for a while, at least) into believing they have figured out the ending/the conclusion.
The reviewer suggests that Alice Oseman is using the same device,
BUT the 'red herrings' are the preconceptions viewers have internatlized through exposure to queer media over the years.
In this case, Alice is not inserting the 'red herrings' into the on-screen "text"; instead the 'red herrings' live in the viewers' memories built by queer media.
Then, viewers make predictions about 'what is going to happen next' -- but often the predictions turn out to be wrong.
The first kissing scene works that way.
I've seen many Reactors watch the beginning of that scene and predict -- out loud -- that someone will interrupt the boys and ruin the moment.
In an interview, Kit Connor (plays Nick) said that the interviewer expressed surprise (bordering on shock) that counter to expectations, no one entered before "their lips could touch" and stopped them.
Kit realized that the show subverted the cliche, showing that another outcome was a possibility -- the relationship would be allowed to fly.
The reviewer, in their article, pointed out that this 'red herring device' was used by Alice Oseman all through the seasons -- to show how the negative cliches about many topics could be subverted -- in order to persuade the viewer that there could be positive alternatives, instead.
The way that Nick looks at Tara and Darcy when they kiss at the party makes me wanna cry
Every time the purple cloud forms around Charlie, it is representative of his intrusive thoughts
Yes.
This has confused several Reactors.
Some did not realize that the pink oval around Nick (in episode 1) was Charlie's imagined fantasy of what Nick was going to ask him; his imagination has Nick, whom he has known for maybe 3-4 weeks, annoucing that he (Nick) is gay too and wants to be with Charlie forever.
But then the pink bubble bursts and Nick is simply asking if he'd want to join the rugby team as a reserve player.
The positive clouds/ovals are usually pinkish.
Charlie's negative thoughts (sometimes 'worst case scenarios') are circled in gray to black clouds.
That use of the clouds shows up periodically throughout all three seasons.
heartstopper has 3 seasons and the their growth and differences throughout and by the end of season 3 from season 1 is so crazy and amazing so much happens
I love your reactions. Especially how you call Imogen Rogue and Mr Ajayi Dumbledore
The „Amanda“ came straight out 😂😂😂
I didn't think you could outdo your Doctor Who reactions and then you hit me - hard - with this. Literally my favourite TV show in years... maybe a decade?! I'm so excited to revisit Heartstopper with your big heart. Thank you :)
Great reaction, I’m 53 and am living the school life I never had by watching these characters, I am like Charlie so I totally connect with him. Can’t wait to see you take this Heartstopper journey through the seasons, it only gets better.
@@becksyno7 omg same! I'm 47 and even though we had it better than our parents, still no one was out in school in the 90's. It would've been so cool to have a show like this when we were teens.
Please dont be harsh on imogen.she is an ally 😅
We better thank her for her service!
@felixhenson9926 😅🥰 yeah she is not homophobic 😅
Have faith in Imogen (the ally); she improves steadily from this season through to season 3.
Quoting Darcy” don’t worry it’s fine she’s an ally” 😂
And yeah, she is an ally
"Take several seats" just gave me an asthma attack 😂
The most entertaining _minor_ point in reactions to Episode 3 is the very end, where it cuts to credits after Nick arrives. Every reactor gets a small freakout there, but no 2 reactors freak out the same way.
I'm really enjoying rewatching my fav show thru your reactions, thank you!
Argh, I just watched this and started crying all over again. I cry every time at the kiss - it makes me so happy (and so sad that I never got to experience kissing a boy I loved at that age).
16:23 it looks like u having flashbacks.
I love that you questioned if the kiss happened that was my reaction when I first saw it and I've not seen other people think that. But in episode 1 when Charlie wanted Nick to be asking him out but Nick was going to ask him to join the rugby team the daydream parts had already been shown it makes you wonder how real the kiss was or if that was in his head too I love that they did that and left you questioning it and how Charlie must be feeling so confused wondering what is going on for Nick too. And the way that kiss went down was so magical and raw like I felt as nervous watching it as the two of them. The silence between the questions was so real and palpable! The acting and storytelling of this show is just so brilliant. Also the pacing having their first kiss so early on was amazing I loved that they didn't drag that out too long. And it was such a lovely moment so happy they got the kiss uninterrupted even if they didnt get to chat after that was just so special. The messiness of Imogen asking him out was so frustrating but again so real and loved the cliffhanger of Tao and Elle overhearing such great drama and a tension builder!
Wtf. You literally read my mind. I was like "I wonder when he'll upload the next 2 episodes?" like an hour ago.
your reactions are very intuitive, thanks.
I'd like to clarify a couple of things about Nick's "friends".
The impression I've gotten is that until Nick met Charlie, he had no close friends (besides Nellie).
If you pay attention to how the kids hang out before school, you'll see that they tend to congregate at a picnic table. At one end of the picnic table are the Rugby teammembers (Harry being the loudest one) AND the non-teammembers --- hangers-on , including Ben and Imogen.
At the opposite end of the picnic table, sits (or leans) Nick. ALONE.
He sits with his back to everybody else and either is quietly thinking to himself, or looking at/reading his phone.
He may use the word 'friends' as a conventional shorthand, but they are not truly his friends; they are his Mates, which has a different connotation.
When Nick and Charlie are at Harry's birthday party, they choose to sit on a sofa in a room that has fewer people in it,
so they can converse (and hear each other talk)
Before Harry interrupts their conversation, Nick is telling Charlie how he has to get his mom to play Mario Kart with him.
(Technically Nick is not an only child (which we find out in season 2); his brother is a few years older and is away at a university in Scotland; the brothers are not close)
But the Nelson household comprises only Nick and his mother. And Nellie.
And Nick is an introvert who spends a lot of time alone.
*** *** ***
We've seen that Nick is not anti-social; he will smile at people who approach him and respond to them in conversation (but the conversations seem to be the superficial "How's it goin'?" type of exchanges.)
Interestingly, Nick gets along well enough with his mates, that he was made captain of the rugby team, and can get the mates to work together as a team. He's that kind of 'leader' -- one who emphasizes cooperation over subordination.
"Let me get things straight. I'm not!" lMaO😂
I really enjoy following your reactions, I'm happy to find your channel!
Thanks for the reaction. You mentioned the umbrella... try to focus on the colours in the show, there is a lot going on. Important to know is, that blue symbolizes Nick and Charlies colour is yellow. So many wonderfull details in this show.... ❤ Happy weekend
Also the color difference when Charlie is with Ben vs when he's with Nick. The colors are darker with Ben and lighter with Nick
nobody is as much of a hardline Tick shipper as Harry😭 that boy probably writes fanfic about them 😅😂
Harry has an ao3 acc called "taoxnick4eva" where all his works are Tao x Nick
I’m 32, so not necessarily the same demographic, but I did the same. I can’t explain the instant connection and amount of feelings/ emotions I had watching this show. So much trauma that resonates on such a deep level…
Yess finally :))
As a reader of the comic and books, there are some decisions the show makes that kinda annoy me later on. Like, I completely understand why they're made that way but it is a shame not seeing certain characters.
Still I am offended