It’s a damn shame most haven’t even heard of this much less watched it. I also imagine many young people don’t even know who Brian Willson is much less what he means to rock n roll and all modern music!
I'm the first comment? OK. As much of a Beach Boy fan as I was as a kid in the sixties, I have not seen this flick in its entirety. Now I'm stuck watching RUclips trying to piece it together. At least it's quiet in here, without distractions, and I can watch it on my own terms. Best of all, it's FREE!
My little (yet long) love story with music thanks to Brian Wilson I think the Beach Boys have been present throughout my life (even a bit before the Beatles), but always in an involuntary way. In the 90s, there were movies and commercials that used their songs, and the 60s were in fashion (even Johnny Bravo made a reference to the Beach Boys). The truth is that Brian Wilson's arrangements are the most beautiful and captivating thing I’ve ever heard in my life. In adulthood, I rediscovered his work at the same time I was discovering love, and, in a way, that allowed me to see things from a different perspective. Now, in the present, for years, around this time of year at my workplace, a Christmas song plays that always made me think, "this has to be the Beach Boys". But the music played so quietly through the building's speakers that, for years, I could never figure out which song it was. Until, a few days ago, something miraculous happened. There was a moment of silence in the hallways, and I finally managed to identify the Christmas song I loved so much but had never been able to name. It was "On Christmas Day" by Brian Wilson. That genius who, through his compositions, turned me into a lover of sounds, detail, and musical richness from a very young age. Knowing that this wonderful man is living his last days without his best friend and companion, in a mental world of his own - where there is no time, no death, no certainty, only confusion - breaks my heart. If I ever had the chance to say something to him, it would be simply: "thank you". Music saves lives every single day, and the music this man created has made mine so much better, from childhood until now. So, Mr. Wilson, thank you for giving us all such timeless and universal masterpieces.
truly an incredible movie. paul dano deserved best actor for this. pet sounds was two years before sgt.pepper, and without pet sounds there never would have been sgt pepper.
@@RosieHarp Then you’re less concerned about the story and more about visual representation. If that person successfully inhabits the character and brings the portrayed person exceptionally well to the screen, their resemblance is secondary.
@@thomaspappalardo7589 It didn't ring true, nothing about him said Brian Wilson to me. It needs to be believable visually then one can become absorbed in the story. Entertainment is subjective. You enjoyed Cusack, I didn't. Paul Dano however was superb.
Brian was a strapping, handsome hunk as a young guy and had more charisma than god. But, the actor has a face like a dog, zero charisma and no body whatsoever. As for Cusack, he's a good actor, but sports a slightly receding hairline. Wilson's trademark is his thick strong hairline. The director should have had a wig on Cusack.
It’s a damn shame most haven’t even heard of this much less watched it. I also imagine many young people don’t even know who Brian Willson is much less what he means to rock n roll and all modern music!
God blesses certain people with a special gift. Brian Wilson's was music!
Great movie. Beach boys forever
I'm the first comment? OK. As much of a Beach Boy fan as I was as a kid in the sixties, I have not seen this flick in its entirety. Now I'm stuck watching RUclips trying to piece it together. At least it's quiet in here, without distractions, and I can watch it on my own terms. Best of all, it's FREE!
The 2 and a half minute version of the entire movie essentially
My little (yet long) love story with music thanks to Brian Wilson
I think the Beach Boys have been present throughout my life (even a bit before the Beatles), but always in an involuntary way. In the 90s, there were movies and commercials that used their songs, and the 60s were in fashion (even Johnny Bravo made a reference to the Beach Boys).
The truth is that Brian Wilson's arrangements are the most beautiful and captivating thing I’ve ever heard in my life. In adulthood, I rediscovered his work at the same time I was discovering love, and, in a way, that allowed me to see things from a different perspective.
Now, in the present, for years, around this time of year at my workplace, a Christmas song plays that always made me think, "this has to be the Beach Boys". But the music played so quietly through the building's speakers that, for years, I could never figure out which song it was. Until, a few days ago, something miraculous happened. There was a moment of silence in the hallways, and I finally managed to identify the Christmas song I loved so much but had never been able to name. It was "On Christmas Day" by Brian Wilson. That genius who, through his compositions, turned me into a lover of sounds, detail, and musical richness from a very young age.
Knowing that this wonderful man is living his last days without his best friend and companion, in a mental world of his own - where there is no time, no death, no certainty, only confusion - breaks my heart. If I ever had the chance to say something to him, it would be simply: "thank you".
Music saves lives every single day, and the music this man created has made mine so much better, from childhood until now. So, Mr. Wilson, thank you for giving us all such timeless and universal masterpieces.
I loved this. 2 of my favorite actors playing the same role. Really well done by both! Great film.❤❤❤❤
Epic trailer
And, now Brian has dementia and just lost his wife who was his best friend and caregiver. Why must some suffer so!
God Only Knows..
Very underrated movie
truly an incredible movie. paul dano deserved best actor for this.
pet sounds was two years before sgt.pepper, and without pet sounds there never would have been sgt pepper.
So why didn't they use the actor who played younger Brian to play older Brian? Never got why Cusack was in this.
I think it was more impactful to have an older actor portraying older Brian also John did a great job
Where or how can I watch this? Thank you.
Prime video
The young guy is great but why John Cusack? I don't get it. Literally nothing like him.
Agreed, looks nothing like him, AT all.
Appearance is secondary to talent. Both Paul Dano and John Cusack NAILED it.
@@thomaspappalardo7589 Nah appearance matters. I had to keep reminding myself I was watching a biopic about Brian Wilson.
@@RosieHarp Then you’re less concerned about the story and more about visual representation. If that person successfully inhabits the character and brings the portrayed person exceptionally well to the screen, their resemblance is secondary.
@@thomaspappalardo7589 It didn't ring true, nothing about him said Brian Wilson to me. It needs to be believable visually then one can become absorbed in the story.
Entertainment is subjective. You enjoyed Cusack, I didn't.
Paul Dano however was superb.
Best biopic
If everyone wondering name movie is.. Must Love Dogs!!! your welcome!😊
Controlling maniac criminals... like slithering snakes. Glad Melinda got him out of there.🏆
Brian was a strapping, handsome hunk as a young guy and had more charisma than god. But, the actor has a face like a dog, zero charisma and no body whatsoever.
As for Cusack, he's a good actor, but sports a slightly receding hairline.
Wilson's trademark is his thick strong hairline. The director should have had a wig on Cusack.
brian was not like that at all lmao he may have presented himself that way during their initial fame but thats not how he really was
thanks for pointing out your opinion. does that make you feel big ?
@@earlpendly get his ass