This is one of those movies I decided to watch without any context of what it was about. I fell absolutely in love with it. Ellish and Tony's relationship was adorable to watch. I can't even imagine the deep homesickness and the bravery to move to a different country and build a life especially during that time when letters could take weeks or months to reach your loved ones.
Love love love love this movie. ETA: I love how she's not really choosing between two men. She's choosing who can make choices about her life: she chooses herself. ❤
My mum and dad emigrated from the west of Ireland in 1948 and 1949. The native language in their remote villages was Gaelige (Irish). My mother lived close to my Dad's older sister (20 years his senior) but they didn't know each other in Ireland at all. They met up and fell for each other in Boston. My mum really liked this film. RIP Padraic agus Aine!
Thank you for reacting to this beautiful movie. Some things I love about Brooklyn: * The relationship between Eilish and Tony. The actors have great chemistry, they truly love each other, and none of the dramatic tension in the movie depends on jerkish behavior from either of them. * The kindness that Eilish receives from so many people, especially in New York. You edited out a lot of the movie where she was struggling to adjust to her new life. For instance, her manager at the department store could have put Eilish on notice or even fired her, but instead she saw to it that Eilish got the help she needed. * The cinematography was outstanding, as was the soundtrack. Saoirse Ronan has been in some other fine films, including Atonement, The Lovely Bones, Hanna, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Lady Bird. She plays very different characters in all these movies. "Once" is a movie set in Ireland that you would probably like. It's gentle and romantic, like Brooklyn. I'd love it if you reacted to it. Thanks again!
I love this movie. I’m first Gen Italian and it hits me in right in the feels. For so many reasons. The feeling of having family in a different country but having a life here. I’m grateful my parents came to America but it is kind of like living a half life in both worlds. And I haven’t been to see my family in Italy since the pandemic and it hurts me so much. Luckily this summer they’re all coming here to visit for 3 months and I just can’t wait! My father passed away last March and they couldn’t come for the services. So I’m so looking forward to sharing moments with my uncles who remind me of him so very much.
I’m so happy you watched this. It is such a wonderful movie, and I was in tears the entire time. I’m glad you loved it, and kudos to the person who suggested it!❤
As an Irish person who emigrated 20 years ago (I m now home) this movie hits me in so many ways. Saoirse Ronan and Domhnall Gleeson are awesome in this and have awesome chemistry. Dame Judi Dench is great as the cranky but loving mother figure. In fact the whole cast did a great job.
One of my favorites. In fact, I asked for it for x mass and got it. So you are the only RUclipsr that I follow that has reacted to it despite my having suggested it several times to different folks. Congrats.
Being Irish, I cringe at most of the terrible Oirish movies out there, but this one gets it so right. Just great characters and storytelling! Saoirse is an incredible actor. Great reaction!
This is my favorite movie of this century and certainly in my all time top five. I watched it about forty times on DVD after it was released. Yes, that’s how much I loved it. I’m a fan of reaction channels and was overjoyed to see some FINALLY doing this one. And I was delighted when she loved it. Kudos for breaking the ice. I hope to see more people do this in the future. (It would be awesome if you ever did Paper Moon, another of my favorites that no one ever does.)
Ever since its release, this movie has had a reputation as "The movie everyone says they love, but no one appears to have actually seen," best exemplified in the Honest Trailer for that year's Oscars: "Look, I'll be honest. I haven't seen Brooklyn, and neither have you." So you can cross that off.
This movie made me realise I have trust issues 'cause I thought for basically the entire movie Tony was going to turn out to be a bad guy 😂 I'm glad I was wrong
Glad you watched this. I knew you'd love it. I rented it years ago not knowing much about it other than a few clips. I've always been drawn to UK and Irish films. I do have some Irish ( County Roscommon) and Scottish in my heritage. Anyways, this movie was a bittersweet lovely surprise overall. SR is a lovely young woman, first time I ever saw her was in the movie--Atonement (with James McAvoy), she was only around 11 yrs old then I think. Later she was in- The Lovely Bones, which was good but very..... heart-wrenching too. Might be one to think about watching sometime. Quite a few well known actors are in it. Onward, funny that Julie Walters was in this along with D.Gleeson as she played his Mother, Mrs.Weasley in the Harry Potter films. So glad this movie really grabbed you in the heart. Nite, Sam.😊Slainte'🍹
Nominated for 3 Oscars: Best Actress Saorsie Ronan, lost to Brie Larson. Best Picture, Lost to Spotlight Best Adapted Screenplay, Lost to The Big Short.
I remember that I saw this when it came out. I also remember thinking it was excellent. What I now couldn't remember was anything at all about it other than who was the star.
Maybe this is an unpopular opinion, but I wish Eilis hadn't married Tony before she left. That was too much pressure to put on her and I feel like she might have been happier if she had stayed in Ireland. But this is a lovely character piece and it's nice hearing Saoirse get to use her real accent.
@Jan Leonard : I don't think you understood the meaning of Tony's character, or the meaning of the relationship between him and Eilis lol ! ; but honestly, i don't blame u, because most of the people who saw this movie, didn't understand it either !!! .
@@giuliapicchiotti It might be differences in the way Tony was portrayed in the book. IIRC he came across as very insecure and pressuring Eilis to marry him before leaving because he was afraid she wouldn't come back. I remember thinking Eilis was very happy back home and the only reason she went back was because of the marriage. I didn't think Tony was a bad guy, just immature and Jim seemed like a better match. I would love to hear your take on it, though. It would make me feel better if I could believe Eilis made the best choice for herself.
@@Dularr Could be. It's been years since I read/watched it and I don't remember the family reaction. And I do think Eilis can be happy with Tony, but I remember thinking she would be happier overall staying in Ireland. I just want the fictional people to be happy!
This is one of those movies I decided to watch without any context of what it was about. I fell absolutely in love with it. Ellish and Tony's relationship was adorable to watch. I can't even imagine the deep homesickness and the bravery to move to a different country and build a life especially during that time when letters could take weeks or months to reach your loved ones.
Love love love love this movie.
ETA: I love how she's not really choosing between two men. She's choosing who can make choices about her life: she chooses herself. ❤
My mum and dad emigrated from the west of Ireland in 1948 and 1949. The native language in their remote villages was Gaelige (Irish). My mother lived close to my Dad's older sister (20 years his senior) but they didn't know each other in Ireland at all. They met up and fell for each other in Boston. My mum really liked this film. RIP Padraic agus Aine!
Thank you for reacting to this beautiful movie. Some things I love about Brooklyn:
* The relationship between Eilish and Tony. The actors have great chemistry, they truly love each other, and none of the dramatic tension in the movie depends on jerkish behavior from either of them.
* The kindness that Eilish receives from so many people, especially in New York. You edited out a lot of the movie where she was struggling to adjust to her new life. For instance, her manager at the department store could have put Eilish on notice or even fired her, but instead she saw to it that Eilish got the help she needed.
* The cinematography was outstanding, as was the soundtrack.
Saoirse Ronan has been in some other fine films, including Atonement, The Lovely Bones, Hanna, The Grand Budapest Hotel, and Lady Bird. She plays very different characters in all these movies.
"Once" is a movie set in Ireland that you would probably like. It's gentle and romantic, like Brooklyn. I'd love it if you reacted to it.
Thanks again!
Saoirse Ronan got a Best Actress Oscar nomination for this movie. She's incredible.
I love this movie. I’m first Gen Italian and it hits me in right in the feels. For so many reasons. The feeling of having family in a different country but having a life here. I’m grateful my parents came to America but it is kind of like living a half life in both worlds. And I haven’t been to see my family in Italy since the pandemic and it hurts me so much. Luckily this summer they’re all coming here to visit for 3 months and I just can’t wait! My father passed away last March and they couldn’t come for the services. So I’m so looking forward to sharing moments with my uncles who remind me of him so very much.
So glad you enjoyed one of my favorite love stories! Hopefully soon we’ll get you to watch and react to Crazy Rich Asians!🌈
That’s on my list!!
I’m so happy you watched this. It is such a wonderful movie, and I was in tears the entire time. I’m glad you loved it, and kudos to the person who suggested it!❤
Another great movie with Domnhall Gleeson is “About Time” just to put it on your radar.
As an Irish person who emigrated 20 years ago (I m now home) this movie hits me in so many ways.
Saoirse Ronan and Domhnall Gleeson are awesome in this and have awesome chemistry. Dame Judi Dench is great as the cranky but loving mother figure. In fact the whole cast did a great job.
Is Domhnall any relation to Jackie Gleeson?
@@jamesmoyner7499 no he is Brendan Gleeson's son.
@Kerri Louise Henderson : It's not Dame Judi Dench, it's Juli Walters :) .
@@giuliapicchiotti yes you are right thanks 😃
@@Kerri36982 Your welcome :)
One of my favorites. In fact, I asked for it for x mass and got it. So you are the only RUclipsr that I follow that has reacted to it despite my having suggested it several times to different folks. Congrats.
Being Irish, I cringe at most of the terrible Oirish movies out there, but this one gets it so right. Just great characters and storytelling! Saoirse is an incredible actor. Great reaction!
It helps that actual Irish people were behind it, rather than something like Far and Away.
@@Rmlohner exactly. F&A is absolutely embarrassing compared to this.
Also Dame Julie Walters is absolutely incredible in this film. I think it's one of her best roles.
I forgot how much I love this movie. It makes me cry every time I watch it.
Saoirse Ronan is magnificent in everything I've seen her in and every movie she's in is awesome
This is my favorite movie of this century and certainly in my all time top five. I watched it about forty times on DVD after it was released. Yes, that’s how much I loved it. I’m a fan of reaction channels and was overjoyed to see some FINALLY doing this one. And I was delighted when she loved it. Kudos for breaking the ice. I hope to see more people do this in the future. (It would be awesome if you ever did Paper Moon, another of my favorites that no one ever does.)
Went to see this at the theatre on a whim with my parents. Was pleasantly surprised.
So so so excited to watch! This is one of my favorite movies and I've never seen anyone react to it
Ever since its release, this movie has had a reputation as "The movie everyone says they love, but no one appears to have actually seen," best exemplified in the Honest Trailer for that year's Oscars: "Look, I'll be honest. I haven't seen Brooklyn, and neither have you." So you can cross that off.
Aww that's sad :( It really is a great film
This movie made me realise I have trust issues 'cause I thought for basically the entire movie Tony was going to turn out to be a bad guy 😂 I'm glad I was wrong
One of the greatest films of all time IMHO. Brilliant from start to finish.
Glad you watched this. I knew you'd love it. I rented it years ago not knowing much about it other than a few clips. I've always been drawn to UK and Irish films.
I do have some Irish ( County Roscommon) and Scottish in my heritage. Anyways, this movie was a bittersweet lovely surprise overall. SR is a lovely young woman, first time I ever saw her was in the movie--Atonement (with James McAvoy), she was only around 11 yrs old then I think. Later she was in- The Lovely Bones, which was good but very..... heart-wrenching too. Might be one to think about watching sometime. Quite a few well known actors are in it. Onward, funny that Julie Walters was in this along with D.Gleeson as she played his Mother, Mrs.Weasley in the Harry Potter films. So glad this movie really grabbed you in the heart. Nite, Sam.😊Slainte'🍹
Nominated for 3 Oscars:
Best Actress Saorsie Ronan, lost to Brie Larson.
Best Picture, Lost to Spotlight
Best Adapted Screenplay, Lost to The Big Short.
girl you're so funny 🤣 subscribed. Brooklyn is one of my fav movies!
I love this movie!! This is the first reaction I've seen!
If you want to watch another sweet Irish themed film, Circle of Friends with Mini Driver and Chris O'Donnell. So good!
I love this movie. Soarise Ronan is such a great actress even in the few bad movies she has done.
I remember that I saw this when it came out. I also remember thinking it was excellent. What I now couldn't remember was anything at all about it other than who was the star.
LOVE this movie. Great reaction!
Really underrated movie. Glad you reacted to it.
I LOVE this movie. Not a contrived love story. So sweet. Thanks for reacting to it.
I know this is one of those well known films - but I loved this so much when I watched it - it remains one of my favorites
I love the choice! This is one that not many react too. I’d suggest Atonement (if you haven’t seen it already) that has a young Saoirse Ronan in it.
I actually live in this town in ireland
I had forgotten how much I liked this film. It's a very good one.
It's a shame the sound from the film is so poor, it spoils what is otherwise a delightful film, complimented by your excellent reactions.
I love Saoirse Ronan! 😍
You have to watch Beaches & Angela's Ashes
You're so adorable
Wtf is wrong with RUclips. I've been waiting for this to come out to never get notifications only to find out you released this video two weeks ago.
Ahhh I'm sorry!! Hope you enjoy!
you definately need to watch the Quiet Man...
Beautiful Movie! :)
Thanks!
You're too kind! Thank you!
Check out MASTER 2021 ( a lazy alcoholic professor clashes with a gangster)
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Maybe this is an unpopular opinion, but I wish Eilis hadn't married Tony before she left. That was too much pressure to put on her and I feel like she might have been happier if she had stayed in Ireland. But this is a lovely character piece and it's nice hearing Saoirse get to use her real accent.
That's fair! I do really love Tony though!
@Jan Leonard : I don't think you understood the meaning of Tony's character, or the meaning of the relationship between him and Eilis lol ! ; but honestly, i don't blame u, because most of the people who saw this movie, didn't understand it either !!! .
@@giuliapicchiotti It might be differences in the way Tony was portrayed in the book. IIRC he came across as very insecure and pressuring Eilis to marry him before leaving because he was afraid she wouldn't come back. I remember thinking Eilis was very happy back home and the only reason she went back was because of the marriage.
I didn't think Tony was a bad guy, just immature and Jim seemed like a better match. I would love to hear your take on it, though. It would make me feel better if I could believe Eilis made the best choice for herself.
@@janleonard3101 but isn't the test how the family reacted when she made her decision.
Plus Tony was making his feeling Cristal clear.
@@Dularr Could be. It's been years since I read/watched it and I don't remember the family reaction. And I do think Eilis can be happy with Tony, but I remember thinking she would be happier overall staying in Ireland. I just want the fictional people to be happy!