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Enrico Colantoni (Mathesar) invented the way the Thermians speak and move when he auditioned for the movie. Beside winning him the role, it made him the standard that all actors playing Thermians in the movie had to learn from and emulate. He is largely responsible for making the Thermians so funny yet so heartfelt and lovable too.
Since you love Sam Rockwell, you will want to check out his starring role in a small budget but brilliant sci-fi movie, "Moon". No spoilers but he carries the movie brilliantly.
@@VerowakReacts which juat shows, what a great actor alan was... in the beginning, you can actually feel his disgust, when saying that line, while he is dying inside... and then at the end... WHOM! same line...different everything....
Also it kind of show how little any phrase TRULY means.. when it comes to what is being said, or who is saying it.. and ALL value is derived from the listener and their emotional investment in the phrase.
You nailed it when you said Fred seemed high. That’s exactly why he’s so chill and constantly munching. They had to remove all references to the actual drug, but if you know, you know.
Famously, Patrick Stewart refused to watch Galaxy Quest but was convinced to go see the movie by Jonathan Frakes after he had seen it and loved it. It would be really easy to assume that with its premise the movie is mean-spirited but it just oozes so much heart. I can't imagine anyone not being won over by Galaxy Quest
Interview quote form Jonathan Frakes. "I was at the CineramaDome in LA, and I saw it on a Saturday morning, or Saturday matinee. As I got out of the movie the first thing I did was call Patrick, who was in Toronto, I think, shooting X-Men. I said, “Dude, I just saw a movie that is about us and captures us like they’ve been reading our mail.” Patrick saw it that night. Then went again on the Sunday. And it was, I mean, some of the stuff in it is so on the nose and so accurate, and perfect, and funny. And Rickman. Rickman with the peeling makeup. Stuff that LeVar’s character does. I mean, it’s a favorite. I don’t know why that sequels never been made. I gather it’s encumbered with a lot of people who need money before they even shot, but this seems rife for a remake."
I love Enrico Colantoni is amazing in everything he's in. So much range. Overall, as a life-long Trek fan, I adore this movie. Its a love letter to scifi entertainment.
I was first introduced to him in that 2 parter of Season 7 of Stargate SG-1, I then most watched him in the Canadian Produced Cop Drama "Flashpoint" (fun fact this show also stars the OG Pink Ranger Amy Jo Johnson) and then his appearances as a secondary character in iZombie
Tim Allen works when he’s playing off his own persona. He’s a great choice as a “Shatner” stand-in here and they do essentially the same thing in Toy Story.
You have to see some old Star Trek to really get some of the jokes. Lazarus says to Taggart, I see you managed to get your shirt off. That seemed to happen to Captain Kirk all the time. It also reflects real life rivalry between Leonard Nimoy and Shattner- YOU STOLE MY BEST LINES AND CUT ME OUT OF EPISODE 2 ENTIRELY!!!
Welcome to what I call the greatest Star Trek Movie of All Time. It was a hysterical Love letter To Star Trek and I love every moment of it !!!!!!! The cast the script the acting and the perfectly timed comedy it was perfection !!!!!!!!
When Tony Shaloub was hired to play Fred Kwan, the character hadn't really been developed and he basically had free reign. Sam Rockwell convinced him to play it as a stoner with a constant case of the munchies. And so Fred was born.
If the name of the actress weren't listed in the credits of both movies, you'd never believe that Gwen is the same person as Ripley. It's almost as impressively anti-typecast as Lt. Commander Data also being the crazy scientist in Independence Day.
Tony Shalhoub's character was originally meant to be stoned (you can see a puff of smoke when he teleports in) hence his apparent indifference to the situation they find themselves in but the shot of him smoking a joint was cut. IMO It's funnier that he just accepts everything at face value and runs with it.
Alan Rickman's character's obvious distain for his signature line early in the movie is portrayed as a such a soul crushing experience, is the perfect set up for when he finally says it with full purpose and meaning, where it resonates with emotional impact. I watched this movie multiple times, and I still get a little teary eyed at that scene.
The funny thing is, that the standing joke is that Guy is the first who is going to die, but actually he is the only one not getting shot before they activate the Omega13.
Allen's character was such a perfect critique of William Shatner, after he mocked his fans so mercilessly. I'm sure someone else mentioned it, but just in case... Shaloub's character was supposed to be high the whole time, but the scene showing that got cut. ♥
Fred the mechanic guy was actually supposed to be stoned throughout the whole movie, which is why he acts the way he does and is always eating, but they cut those scenes showing and explaining that to make the PG13 rating.
Also another funny Rickman anecdote: Tim Allen needed a moment to compose himself after filming his apology to Mathesar, Rickman mocking congratulated Tim on discovering acting.
This movie was such a surprise when it came out. Wasnt expecting much, but was blown away when a friend of mine and I went to see it. The whole theater just laughing the entire time. What a gem this film is.
Unfortunately, it was a box office failure. The studio completely screwed the marketing. It was years later on the home video / DVD and TV market when the movie finally became a success and a cult classic.
If you want to expand on your Alan Rickman filmography you can check out "Dogma", but some characters are established in earlier View Askew Universe movies (which the up to Clerks 2 era of View Askew is a great watch) and Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Rickman is GOLD in that.
Verowak: That dude's gotta be an alien, or high as a kite. Yeah, he's definitely high! The joke is he's basically playing engineer Scotty, who's super high strung in the show, but the actor playing him here is a super mellow stoner IRL
I figured it must take hours to get the makeup on. Since he had another gig at the store opening the next day, he probably decided it would be easier just to leave it on overnight.
you missed out Tony Shalhoub as Fred, had a part in Men in Black as the pawnbroker who has his head shot off multiple times and of course same in MIB2, but probably best known for the series 'Monk' - one of my favourite /police/detective shows
18:30 Mystery solved - yes, he actually is high The "popcorn" he brought with him are just more edibles The scene of him "getting there" just before they got transported from Earth to the ship, has been cut for rating reasons
Ha! Once more mirroring real life! (There's an infamous memo from the TOS era complaining on actors taking hairpieces home. Especially Shatner was notorious for it, not only on Trek.)
So glad you liked it, Verowak! This film is one of the best sci-fi comedies of all time! The _Star Trek_ fandom and even some of the original actors have praised it, and a poll of hard-core fans famously rated it as the 7th best Star Trek movie of all time... ahead of six *actual* Trek movies! There are so many fantastic performances, notably Allan Rickman as an accomplished Shakespearean actor dragged into playing a science fiction character... Patrick Stewart, anyone? 😉 But my personal favorite is Sigourney Weaver, Ellen Ripley herself, one of the most badass characters in the history of science fiction, playing a role that couldn't be more her opposite! 🤣
@@galadballcrusher8182 That makes sense in a strange way, because his somewhat stilted delivery would seem better suited to stage work, where dialog must be clear to viewers in the back of the theater without as much reliance on amplification.
Not only is this movie perfect, and it gets more perfect every time you watch it. Early in the film the Thermions say they are from the Klaatu nebula. Klaatu is the name of the alien who visits Earth in the original film The Day the Earth Stood Still.
More Alan Rickman movies? "Dogma" More Sigourney Weaver movies? "Cabin in the Woods" More Sam Rockwell movies? "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" I get that you're not doing TV shows so much but if you ever change your mind Tony Shaloub ("Wings") was brilliant in the USA channel original "Monk" Appreciate your intelligent reaction and how you were respectful of the genres involved
Alan Rickman was in the movie Dogma (if you can find a copy of it) along with Ben Afleck, Matt Damon, Chris Rock, Selma Hayek, Jason Lee, George Carlin and of course Kevin Smith who wrote and directed it.
No one seems to notice that when the Commander asks the ship about the beryllium sphere it doesn't respond but when she asks the ship it responds showing that her role is important in some way.
As others have mentioned, this was a love letter to Star Trek, and dedicated convention fans. The idea that this is one of the greatest Star Trek films ever made is shared by fans, and even some of those who have been a part of the ST franchise, be it in front of or behind the camera. The aliens and their awesome "cosplay" 😊 Three more Alan Rickman films: Love Actually (for the Holidays), Quigley Down Under, and Bottle Shock. Sam Rockwell: JoJo Rabbit. Enjoyed your reaction to this gem.
7 of 9 was introduced like this, true - and sadly Jeri Ryan had a really hard time on set. But thanks to her acting and some quality writing, the character became so much more than that. Actually, one might complain that at some point, Voyager pretty much became mostly "The Doctor and Seven Show", in that they devoted so much time to these characters (which, admittedly had the most interesting premises) that the development of other characters suffered. Still - great character, great actress.
Enrico Colantoni(Mathezar) aced his role in this. He was also good as a regular in "Veronica Mars" and as a guest star on "Person of Interest," in distinctively different roles.
Tony Shalhoub was playing Fred Kwan (Tech Sergeant Chen) as a stoner. He has the munchies throughout, and he takes (almost) everything in stride. This also explains his "group hug" management style in engineering. Also, note that Fred is a caucasian portraying an Asian. This was a choice he made long ago when he selected "Fred Kwan" as his stage name. Every once in a while you'll see him squint, in an unsuccessful attempt to depict epicanthic folds. This is the kind of thing that actually happens in Hollywood - think of David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine in _"Kung Fu."_
@@jrnsurlan405 Which is another (much better) way producers can handle it when their preferred actor doesn't have the same heritage as a character. The characters in _Galaxy Quest_ were WAY over-the-top stereotypes, and Tony Shalhoub took that basic premise and ran with it.
It was cut for final release but Fred Kwan's character Tech Sergeant Chen was supposed to have been high throughout... hence the groove and constant snacking through the movie
The running joke with Fred (Tony Shalhoub's character) is that he's high throughout the whole thing, but for ratings purposes they had to cut the scenes of him actually getting high.
"Back after 18 years..." Nice reference since 18 years was the gap between the end of Star Trek:TOS and Star Trek:Next Generation. Impressed that you got many of the subtle references, eg. Guy being the one NOT getting killed whilst playing the "red shirt".
I didn't know that 18 years was the gap between TOS and TNG, that makes it just that much better! I just thought it was a random amount of time, but it was purposeful!!!
As you love Alan Rickman and Sigourney Weaver there is another movie they made together - "Snowcake" - practically the two of them carry the whole movie. Again they are playing characters that are completely different to what they are usually known for and again its a movie that is criminally underrated (in my opinion). "Snowcake" is a fantastic gentle, deeply emotional while still surprisingly funny movie. The main role was written for Alan Rickman and it was him who suggested Sigourney for the her role and even brought her on board, which shows how good he was in his craft as I would never ever could imagine her in such an role but she was fantastic. I don't think anyone had made a reaction to this movie, but even if you don't consider it for a reaction I could only recommend it to watch at least for yourself. Galaxy Quest is a underrated gem and so is Snowcake. Sadly we lost Alan Rickman way too soon , he was an hell of an actor in anything he did.
The reason Alexander never takes off the headpiece is because the makeup and prosthetics can take several hours. It’s just not worth it to take it off if you have a gig the next day.
Glad you liked it. For years there was talking of a sequel, but cast and crew decided not to do it, after Alan Rickman passed. However there is a cast and crew reunion for the 25th. Here cast and crew speak about the movie share memories and stories about Rickman. They say that he was the nices person to work with. But the moment that makes me tear up every time is a statement from Enrico Collantoni (Mathesar) He said (meaning) "I was an unknown actor at the time, but Rickman cared about me. He...(his voice brakes) ...he was the first movie star, ...who wanted to be... my friend.
To be fair on the "boob" journalism---- the "Voyager" producers specifically added Ryan reportedly because either the producers or network felt the show needed more sex appeal. I never understood this mentality, i.e., if you like sci-fi, you're going to watch, regardless of how "sexy" the show is. I guess they wanted a wider audience beyond us nerds/geeks, but why would I even consider watching something from a genre I'm not into just because there's T&A in it?
Alan Rickman is also in the View Askewniverse (specifically Dogma), Quigley Down Under, Bob Roberts, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (not nearly as good as the BBC series, but a great cast [including Sam Rockwell])...for more Sam Rockwell see Jojo Rabbit, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Moon, Matchstick Men, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, the MCU (Iron Man 2 and All Hail the King specifically)...for more Sigourney Weaver see the Alien movies (I'd stop after the first two), Cabin in the Woods, Gorillas in the Mist, Death and the Maiden, Avatar, Wall-E, Finding Dory, Working Girl, the Ghostbusters movies (continue past the first two at your own risk), Be Kind Rewind, Dave, the MCU again (specifically Defenders this time)...
Huge Star Trek fan here. This movie is among my all time favourites. It's not a parody. It does poke fun at Star Trek but at the same time it's a celebration of everything that makes Star Trek great.
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is another film with Alan Rickman, fun film and good book too. Paul has Sigourney Weaver. Jojo Rabbit has Sam Rockwell. The Santa Clause stars Tim Alan if you want a good holiday film.
Mathesar kinda reminded me of a cross between Andy Kauffman and Robin Williams. This is one of my favorite films of all time. It is one of the few that I go back to a few times per year. I am glad that "The Twist" with the convention attendees caught you by surprise. Original viewers didn't really have that luxury - at least not as much. The trailers pretty much spelled out what the movie was going to be about, so we were expecting the twist. We just didn't know when it would happen. An interesting thing about the intro, is that when it was shown in theaters, the curtains are drawn partially closed, to match the opening aspect ratio. When the opening clip ends, then the curtains were drawn open, as we are introduced to the convention setting. It kinda provides a nice & dramatic opening to the movie. I think it was a nice touch. Not only would it have looked strange, if the movie opened with black bars on the ends, it makes it less obvious that something is different, until the actual movie starts, and you realize that you've been watching the movie in a different aspect ratio. The movie was presented as a comedy, but I also think it has some weighty moments to it as well. Even though there are laughs to be had, I think it also makes a good light-hearted sci-fi drama. It stands with the best sci-fi offerings that don't have "Star" in their name.
I think you'd love 'The Way, Way Back' Sam Rockwell's performance is so beautiful in it and it's a film that gets slept on by a lot of people. 'Stranger than Fiction' is another one that has some spectacular performances that doesn't get enough attention.
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Enrico Colantoni (Mathesar) invented the way the Thermians speak and move when he auditioned for the movie. Beside winning him the role, it made him the standard that all actors playing Thermians in the movie had to learn from and emulate. He is largely responsible for making the Thermians so funny yet so heartfelt and lovable too.
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Since you love Sam Rockwell, you will want to check out his starring role in a small budget but brilliant sci-fi movie, "Moon". No spoilers but he carries the movie brilliantly.
If you really like Alan Rickman, then I highly recommend Quigley Down Under, truly ruthless.
And Sam Rockwell is brilliant in The Way Way Back.
"By Grabthar's hammer..." is one of the best payoffs in cinema. It means nothing until the moment it means everything.
I was just invested in his hatred for that line... until he actually said it with meaning, then it just became that much better
If I ever buy a boat I will name it Grabthar's Hammer. And my dinghy Son of Whorvan
@@VerowakReacts which juat shows, what a great actor alan was... in the beginning, you can actually feel his disgust, when saying that line, while he is dying inside...
and then at the end... WHOM! same line...different everything....
Also it kind of show how little any phrase TRULY means.. when it comes to what is being said, or who is saying it.. and ALL value is derived from the listener and their emotional investment in the phrase.
My favorite line is " Lets get out of here before one of them kills Guy!"
Yes!! I love everything about Guy's character and how the others follow suite lol
You nailed it when you said Fred seemed high. That’s exactly why he’s so chill and constantly munching. They had to remove all references to the actual drug, but if you know, you know.
The reason Tony Shaloub's character is so chill thru out the show is because his character is supposed to be stone the whole time.
IIRC, they cut the fact to keep the PG rating.
Someone mentioned that he got high in the bathroom and I asked someone on TikTok if they had a link to the scene but I didn't get any luck.
I've heard that when Gwen said "Whoever wrote this episode should die!," Sigourney Weaver was looking directly at the writer.
That makes that line even better 🤣
I love how when we hear Sigourney say "well screw that!" she very very clearly actually mouths "well fuck that!" :p
That was the director’s protest to the ratings change. Did a reshoot but only used the audio.
Also her referring her times in Alien movies.
Famously, Patrick Stewart refused to watch Galaxy Quest but was convinced to go see the movie by Jonathan Frakes after he had seen it and loved it. It would be really easy to assume that with its premise the movie is mean-spirited but it just oozes so much heart. I can't imagine anyone not being won over by Galaxy Quest
Frakes: Go see it Patrick, it's really funny and they shit all over Shatner.
Stewart: I'm in!
It’s been called the perfect movie
Interview quote form Jonathan Frakes. "I was at the CineramaDome in LA, and I saw it on a Saturday morning, or Saturday matinee. As I got out of the movie the first thing I did was call Patrick, who was in Toronto, I think, shooting X-Men. I said, “Dude, I just saw a movie that is about us and captures us like they’ve been reading our mail.” Patrick saw it that night. Then went again on the Sunday. And it was, I mean, some of the stuff in it is so on the nose and so accurate, and perfect, and funny. And Rickman. Rickman with the peeling makeup. Stuff that LeVar’s character does. I mean, it’s a favorite. I don’t know why that sequels never been made. I gather it’s encumbered with a lot of people who need money before they even shot, but this seems rife for a remake."
And Stewart said that no one laughed louder or longer than he did. George Takei called it a documentary.
and george Takei called it a chillingly accurate documentary. lol
So glad you enjoyed this great historical document.
I want to refer to TV series and movies as historical documents now haha
Surely you don't think Gilligan's Island....
I love Enrico Colantoni is amazing in everything he's in. So much range.
Overall, as a life-long Trek fan, I adore this movie. Its a love letter to scifi entertainment.
I need to see Enrico Colantoni in more movies it seems lol
I was first introduced to him in that 2 parter of Season 7 of Stargate SG-1, I then most watched him in the Canadian Produced Cop Drama "Flashpoint" (fun fact this show also stars the OG Pink Ranger Amy Jo Johnson) and then his appearances as a secondary character in iZombie
Tim Allen works when he’s playing off his own persona. He’s a great choice as a “Shatner” stand-in here and they do essentially the same thing in Toy Story.
He's very good at playing an over-confident doofus.
You have to see some old Star Trek to really get some of the jokes. Lazarus says to Taggart, I see you managed to get your shirt off. That seemed to happen to Captain Kirk all the time. It also reflects real life rivalry between Leonard Nimoy and Shattner- YOU STOLE MY BEST LINES AND CUT ME OUT OF EPISODE 2 ENTIRELY!!!
On the making of Galaxy Quest, they say "Fred" was burnt out, not high on drugs.
Welcome to what I call the greatest Star Trek Movie of All Time. It was a hysterical Love letter To Star Trek and I love every moment of it !!!!!!! The cast the script the acting and the perfectly timed comedy it was perfection !!!!!!!!
When this came out one wag said that the two best Star Trek movies ever made were this & Master and Commander.
I totally agree. I own the movie and have watched it over 20 times easily. I watch at least once a year. It’s fantastically hilarious.
When Tony Shaloub was hired to play Fred Kwan, the character hadn't really been developed and he basically had free reign. Sam Rockwell convinced him to play it as a stoner with a constant case of the munchies. And so Fred was born.
That's amazing!!
If the name of the actress weren't listed in the credits of both movies, you'd never believe that Gwen is the same person as Ripley. It's almost as impressively anti-typecast as Lt. Commander Data also being the crazy scientist in Independence Day.
Guy being the only one not killed in the end is such an underappreciated joke.
One of my favourite jokes of the movie 😂
Omg I'm not sure I ever noticed that before! 😂❤
Tony Shalhoub's character was originally meant to be stoned (you can see a puff of smoke when he teleports in) hence his apparent indifference to the situation they find themselves in but the shot of him smoking a joint was cut. IMO It's funnier that he just accepts everything at face value and runs with it.
After many viewings, Tony Shaloub's character became my favorite. Total chill stoner vibe.
Alan Rickman's character's obvious distain for his signature line early in the movie is portrayed as a such a soul crushing experience, is the perfect set up for when he finally says it with full purpose and meaning, where it resonates with emotional impact. I watched this movie multiple times, and I still get a little teary eyed at that scene.
It's the perfect set up and the perfect delivery! His hatred for it, and the heartfelt delivery at the end too 😊
I've seen this so many times and never thought to pun it "Grab Thor's Hammer." Thanks so much, Verowak! You're awesome. Love all your reactions.
Lol I'm glad you noticed that the only person that didn't get shot was Guy
I love that they treated the sci-fi fans with respect and not just mocking them
Did they? They literally called the fans delusional nerds who never go outside.
@jkhoover I've seen every Star Trek series like 50 times...I AM a nerd who doesn't go outside 😂😂 it's not disrespectful if it's the truth
@@tif8266 I've been on 5 Star Trek Cruises, I was also in the army. Not really the truth.
@@jkhoover Yao Ming is tall and is Chinese, so.... Don't call out an exception as if that's the norm.
The character of Fred was literally high throughout the movie. That's why he's so chill.
The funny thing is, that the standing joke is that Guy is the first who is going to die, but actually he is the only one not getting shot before they activate the Omega13.
Yeah, that's why I love that scene so much 😁
This movie proves that it is possible to make a perfect movie. This is it.
Speaking in electrical engineering terms, if there was ever a 1:1 impedance match, it's between you and this movie.
Allen's character was such a perfect critique of William Shatner, after he mocked his fans so mercilessly. I'm sure someone else mentioned it, but just in case... Shaloub's character was supposed to be high the whole time, but the scene showing that got cut. ♥
Fred the mechanic guy was actually supposed to be stoned throughout the whole movie, which is why he acts the way he does and is always eating, but they cut those scenes showing and explaining that to make the PG13 rating.
This film is love letter to fans everywhere. When you can, watch the documentary, the making of galaxy quest. A masterpiece.
13:02 Little “Trek” reference here - Jason says his steak tastes of “corn-fed Iowa beef”; James T. Kirk is from Riverside, Iowa.
everytime i see someone reacting to galaxy quest, i have to watch i can rewatch the movie every time. who else.
Read her lips........ she did not say "screw that"
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Also another funny Rickman anecdote: Tim Allen needed a moment to compose himself after filming his apology to Mathesar, Rickman mocking congratulated Tim on discovering acting.
They way Enrico was warming his vocals became the way all of the Thermians spoke their lines!
Regarding Alexander Dane never removing his headpiece, my favorite is the scene where he's at home phoning with Gwen, still wearing it.
Yes! This is a movie that we notice more details on the second watch which makes it so much fun!
Yes, he never takes it off for the entire film.
This movie was such a surprise when it came out. Wasnt expecting much, but was blown away when a friend of mine and I went to see it. The whole theater just laughing the entire time. What a gem this film is.
Unfortunately, it was a box office failure. The studio completely screwed the marketing. It was years later on the home video / DVD and TV market when the movie finally became a success and a cult classic.
A great film that Alan Rickman is in was "Quigley Down Under" - great film.
I have watched this movie dozens of times and never picked up the detail that Guy was the only one who didn't get shot!
Ditto!
“I don’t really care for Tim Allen from Home improvement”
(For the purposes of this movie- THATS ACTUALLY PERFECT!) haha 😉
I thought he would bring down the movie for me, but he fit the role really well 😁
10:03 for Weaver's reaction to Rockwell's ad-lib scream
Alan Rickman is absolutely amazing in EVERYTHING.
If you want to expand on your Alan Rickman filmography you can check out "Dogma", but some characters are established in earlier View Askew Universe movies (which the up to Clerks 2 era of View Askew is a great watch) and Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy, Rickman is GOLD in that.
Verowak: That dude's gotta be an alien, or high as a kite.
Yeah, he's definitely high! The joke is he's basically playing engineer Scotty, who's super high strung in the show, but the actor playing him here is a super mellow stoner IRL
Alan Rickman is a gun slinging villain in Quigley Down Under. A western yes a western
I love that as the serious actor, Alan Rickman never takes his headpiece off even at home.
I figured it must take hours to get the makeup on. Since he had another gig at the store opening the next day, he probably decided it would be easier just to leave it on overnight.
you missed out Tony Shalhoub as Fred, had a part in Men in Black as the pawnbroker who has his head shot off multiple times and of course same in MIB2, but probably best known for the series 'Monk' - one of my favourite /police/detective shows
"This movie feature Alan Rickman" is a PERFECT excuse to to do it!
That's honestly my reasoning for watching any Alan Rickman movie despite not really knowing what to expect. He's in it? I'm sold!
There's a deleted scene that explains why Gwen's shirt got opened, as a trick to kill one of the baddies
I read where they cut the scene where Sigourney unzips her top to distract a couple of aliens so the commander could take them out. That’s a shame.
To this day, I still disagree with them editing the scene out.
The reason the one guy seemed unaffected by all this was he was supposedly high lol.
Have a look at Sigourney Weaver's mouth at 27:28-27:30. She clearly didn't say "Well screw that."
I noticed that while editing 🤣
18:30 Mystery solved - yes, he actually is high The "popcorn" he brought with him are just more edibles
The scene of him "getting there" just before they got transported from Earth to the ship, has been cut for rating reasons
Sam Rockwell was good fun in Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Alan Rickman is also brilliant in it.
"Moon" is a definite must see Sam Rockwell movie. Directed by David Bowie's son Duncan Jones. I would also suggest "Confessions of a dangerous mind."
Fun fact 1 - Sigourney Weaver liked her blond wig so much she kept it.
Ha! Once more mirroring real life! (There's an infamous memo from the TOS era complaining on actors taking hairpieces home. Especially Shatner was notorious for it, not only on Trek.)
12:35 Funny Fact: The registry letters that are scrapped off were “NTE” which stood for “Not The Enterprise” 🤣
So glad you liked it, Verowak! This film is one of the best sci-fi comedies of all time! The _Star Trek_ fandom and even some of the original actors have praised it, and a poll of hard-core fans famously rated it as the 7th best Star Trek movie of all time... ahead of six *actual* Trek movies! There are so many fantastic performances, notably Allan Rickman as an accomplished Shakespearean actor dragged into playing a science fiction character... Patrick Stewart, anyone? 😉 But my personal favorite is Sigourney Weaver, Ellen Ripley herself, one of the most badass characters in the history of science fiction, playing a role that couldn't be more her opposite! 🤣
And that she loved so much she took the wig home after filming.
Not just Patrick Stewart, Leonard Nimoy as well.
@@galadballcrusher8182 I did not know that... Thanks for the info!
@@philstubblefield funnily enough the other actor who had done plenty shakespeare was Shatner
@@galadballcrusher8182 That makes sense in a strange way, because his somewhat stilted delivery would seem better suited to stage work, where dialog must be clear to viewers in the back of the theater without as much reliance on amplification.
Not only is this movie perfect, and it gets more perfect every time you watch it. Early in the film the Thermions say they are from the Klaatu nebula. Klaatu is the name of the alien who visits Earth in the original film The Day the Earth Stood Still.
Klaatu barada nicto...RIP Gort...😁
More Alan Rickman movies? "Dogma"
More Sigourney Weaver movies? "Cabin in the Woods"
More Sam Rockwell movies? "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy"
I get that you're not doing TV shows so much but if you ever change your mind Tony Shaloub ("Wings") was brilliant in the USA channel original "Monk"
Appreciate your intelligent reaction and how you were respectful of the genres involved
"Designed for your anatomy, not ours." is referring to the controls of the device made for human hands and not tentacles.
Alan Rickman was in the movie Dogma (if you can find a copy of it) along with Ben Afleck, Matt Damon, Chris Rock, Selma Hayek, Jason Lee, George Carlin and of course Kevin Smith who wrote and directed it.
Agreed, fantastic film
"First time? You'll get used to it..."
That's what she said...😂
Alan Rickman was a true delight. It totally sucks he died way too early.
Unfortunately they were in the later stages of planning the next galaxy quest 2 when he passed.
No, he died exactly when he was always going to.
No one seems to notice that when the Commander asks the ship about the beryllium sphere it doesn't respond but when she asks the ship it responds showing that her role is important in some way.
That's just it. Every crewmate was important in their own way. Take one of them away, and the ship begins to fall apart.
Galaxy Quest is the best Star Trek movie ever made.
I get the joke but put some respect on Wrath of Khan 😁
35:55 “Single female lawyer! Fighting for her clients! Wearing sexy mini-skirts and being self reliant! Hey I’m pretty good!”
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As others have mentioned, this was a love letter to Star Trek, and dedicated convention fans. The idea that this is one of the greatest Star Trek films ever made is shared by fans, and even some of those who have been a part of the ST franchise, be it in front of or behind the camera.
The aliens and their awesome "cosplay" 😊
Three more Alan Rickman films: Love Actually (for the Holidays), Quigley Down Under, and Bottle Shock.
Sam Rockwell: JoJo Rabbit.
Enjoyed your reaction to this gem.
7 of 9 was introduced like this, true - and sadly Jeri Ryan had a really hard time on set. But thanks to her acting and some quality writing, the character became so much more than that. Actually, one might complain that at some point, Voyager pretty much became mostly "The Doctor and Seven Show", in that they devoted so much time to these characters (which, admittedly had the most interesting premises) that the development of other characters suffered. Still - great character, great actress.
Freds character was indeed stoned but they edited that out to remain more "family Friendly" a real shame to an otherwise great movie!
Allan Rickman is also great in Dogma.
Enrico Colantoni(Mathezar) aced his role in this. He was also good as a regular in "Veronica Mars" and as a guest star on "Person of Interest," in distinctively different roles.
he really pulled it off! Mathesar was endearing and hilarious and just great
Tony Shalhoub was playing Fred Kwan (Tech Sergeant Chen) as a stoner. He has the munchies throughout, and he takes (almost) everything in stride. This also explains his "group hug" management style in engineering.
Also, note that Fred is a caucasian portraying an Asian. This was a choice he made long ago when he selected "Fred Kwan" as his stage name. Every once in a while you'll see him squint, in an unsuccessful attempt to depict epicanthic folds.
This is the kind of thing that actually happens in Hollywood - think of David Carradine as Kwai Chang Caine in _"Kung Fu."_
Ahh I noticed his squinting but just thought he was weird 😂
@@VerowakReacts That too.
Actually Carradines character is supposed to be a mixed-race person. (Probably chinese mother/american father). Occasionally referred to aas “brede”.
@@jrnsurlan405 Which is another (much better) way producers can handle it when their preferred actor doesn't have the same heritage as a character.
The characters in _Galaxy Quest_ were WAY over-the-top stereotypes, and Tony Shalhoub took that basic premise and ran with it.
A hidden gem? I don't know how hidden it was, but I first saw it on TV and was pleasantly surprised. Real fun.
Yeah, Galaxy Quest is a great film. So much fun.
It really it! Every character is great
It was cut for final release but Fred Kwan's character Tech Sergeant Chen was supposed to have been high throughout... hence the groove and constant snacking through the movie
The running joke with Fred (Tony Shalhoub's character) is that he's high throughout the whole thing, but for ratings purposes they had to cut the scenes of him actually getting high.
They were originally open to an R rating, hence the weed joke and Weaver's badly redubbed F bomb
By Grabthar's Hammer...What a reaction.
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Only Sam Rockwell isn't killed: priceless!
10:33 holy crap that's Sam Lloyd! ie the lawyer from Scrubs. Ive watched this a number of times and never noticed him being in it
Me neither. I guess we don't recognize him, unless he's flop-sweating like Ted?
"Back after 18 years..." Nice reference since 18 years was the gap between the end of Star Trek:TOS and Star Trek:Next Generation. Impressed that you got many of the subtle references, eg. Guy being the one NOT getting killed whilst playing the "red shirt".
I didn't know that 18 years was the gap between TOS and TNG, that makes it just that much better! I just thought it was a random amount of time, but it was purposeful!!!
As you love Alan Rickman and Sigourney Weaver there is another movie they made together - "Snowcake" - practically the two of them carry the whole movie. Again they are playing characters that are completely different to what they are usually known for and again its a movie that is criminally underrated (in my opinion). "Snowcake" is a fantastic gentle, deeply emotional while still surprisingly funny movie. The main role was written for Alan Rickman and it was him who suggested Sigourney for the her role and even brought her on board, which shows how good he was in his craft as I would never ever could imagine her in such an role but she was fantastic. I don't think anyone had made a reaction to this movie, but even if you don't consider it for a reaction I could only recommend it to watch at least for yourself.
Galaxy Quest is a underrated gem and so is Snowcake. Sadly we lost Alan Rickman way too soon , he was an hell of an actor in anything he did.
"There are more important things than just how boobs fit into a suit, you know? You know?"
Hmmm...nothing comes to mind.
The reason Alexander never takes off the headpiece is because the makeup and prosthetics can take several hours. It’s just not worth it to take it off if you have a gig the next day.
Glad you liked it. For years there was talking of a sequel, but cast and crew decided not to do it, after Alan Rickman passed.
However there is a cast and crew reunion for the 25th. Here cast and crew speak about the movie share memories and stories about Rickman. They say that he was the nices person to work with. But the moment that makes me tear up every time is a statement from Enrico Collantoni (Mathesar) He said (meaning) "I was an unknown actor at the time, but Rickman cared about me. He...(his voice brakes) ...he was the first movie star, ...who wanted to be... my friend.
To be fair on the "boob" journalism---- the "Voyager" producers specifically added Ryan reportedly because either the producers or network felt the show needed more sex appeal. I never understood this mentality, i.e., if you like sci-fi, you're going to watch, regardless of how "sexy" the show is. I guess they wanted a wider audience beyond us nerds/geeks, but why would I even consider watching something from a genre I'm not into just because there's T&A in it?
A lot of people will watch a movie or TV series for a sexy character, even though they don't care about the genre😅
@@VerowakReacts A lotta people need to be sent out the airlock.......
Alan Rickman is also in the View Askewniverse (specifically Dogma), Quigley Down Under, Bob Roberts, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (not nearly as good as the BBC series, but a great cast [including Sam Rockwell])...for more Sam Rockwell see Jojo Rabbit, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, Moon, Matchstick Men, Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, the MCU (Iron Man 2 and All Hail the King specifically)...for more Sigourney Weaver see the Alien movies (I'd stop after the first two), Cabin in the Woods, Gorillas in the Mist, Death and the Maiden, Avatar, Wall-E, Finding Dory, Working Girl, the Ghostbusters movies (continue past the first two at your own risk), Be Kind Rewind, Dave, the MCU again (specifically Defenders this time)...
By Grabthar's hammer, what a reaction. It was such a great story, and it was fun watching this along with you Verowak 😀
It’s one of those movies where I can’t really say anything negative about it. It did everything that it needed to do.
The aliens feel so sorry for those castaways on Gilligan's Island ;-)
It has some great actors and it’s one of my favorite movies. It’s so funny. Ridiculously hilarious. I love this movie!
Huge Star Trek fan here. This movie is among my all time favourites. It's not a parody. It does poke fun at Star Trek but at the same time it's a celebration of everything that makes Star Trek great.
I don't believe you've ever laughed this much, start to finish, ever. Great reaction.
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is another film with Alan Rickman, fun film and good book too. Paul has Sigourney Weaver. Jojo Rabbit has Sam Rockwell. The Santa Clause stars Tim Alan if you want a good holiday film.
Sam Rockwell is also in "The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy".
I love the “does rolling help?” Line by Sigourney Weaver😁 Also, the use of the famous Shatner shoulder roll to zap Sarris at the end.😁
Mathesar kinda reminded me of a cross between Andy Kauffman and Robin Williams. This is one of my favorite films of all time. It is one of the few that I go back to a few times per year. I am glad that "The Twist" with the convention attendees caught you by surprise. Original viewers didn't really have that luxury - at least not as much. The trailers pretty much spelled out what the movie was going to be about, so we were expecting the twist. We just didn't know when it would happen.
An interesting thing about the intro, is that when it was shown in theaters, the curtains are drawn partially closed, to match the opening aspect ratio. When the opening clip ends, then the curtains were drawn open, as we are introduced to the convention setting. It kinda provides a nice & dramatic opening to the movie. I think it was a nice touch. Not only would it have looked strange, if the movie opened with black bars on the ends, it makes it less obvious that something is different, until the actual movie starts, and you realize that you've been watching the movie in a different aspect ratio.
The movie was presented as a comedy, but I also think it has some weighty moments to it as well. Even though there are laughs to be had, I think it also makes a good light-hearted sci-fi drama. It stands with the best sci-fi offerings that don't have "Star" in their name.
10:05 Holy crap - never noticed Weaver nearly jumps out of her tight suit when "Guy" screams his head off :)
I think you'd love 'The Way, Way Back' Sam Rockwell's performance is so beautiful in it and it's a film that gets slept on by a lot of people.
'Stranger than Fiction' is another one that has some spectacular performances that doesn't get enough attention.
Yup, fred was high as a kite, lol, during editing they decided to cut out actual scenes of him smoking marijuana so they could get a pg rating.
One of my favorites. I miss movies like this. Great reaction as usual!
"There are more important things than just how boobs fit into a suit you know?" But are there, really?