Great reaction! Their budget was minimal. These were all friends/acquaintances of Ren's. The commandments on the wall at the beginning were from Animal Farm by George Orwell. The guy tied up at the beginning is Joe, who is kidnapped at the end of the video for Murderer (spoiler alert LOL). Luke Flegg did the videography on this one and did such an amazing job. It was a continuous shot with no cuts, at least as far as I know. You should check out Ren's video Crutch if you haven't already - you will love the cinematography in that one💜💜
The level of collaboration on this video was just top notch! I love the comradery when it comes to his mates jumping in to help him achieve his masterpiece. Thank you again for chiming in with so much information about the behind the scenes! I believe Crutch is coming up for sure 🍿 I keep hearing great things so it's at the top of my list 🤞 thank you for watching....☺️
This one-shot video was captured by Luke Flegg. Luke also shot the official music video for Ren’s Murderer (which is almost a one-shot) as well as others. He has also filmed many of The Big Push’s busking videos. Since these were shot, Luke lost all of his gear to a break-in where his equipment was stored but crowd-sourcing (funded mostly by Renegades I think) got him back on his feet. The extras are all Ren’s friends and it was shot at his friend’s flat and the hallways within the building.
Thank you for clarifying! I kind of figured it was not Samuel because it was not listed on the opening credits but I just wasn't sure. I added Murderer to my upcoming reaction playlist, I'm glad they were able to get Luke back on his feet, I know exactly what it feels to get your gear jacked! REN has some great friends...the video turned out brilliant 💯 and yeah that building was it's own character. Love it
This was a continuous, yes. I remember seeing Ren speaking of it, and almost reveling in his friends' pain with a maniacal grin 😂, as they had to restart many times, till crazy hours in the early morning. He's a bit of a perfectionist. I can imagine the groans when he says nope, run it back, and they all return to their places 😂
On Money Game pt 1 you commented about low light - When you get to 'For Joe' just pause on a wide shot, and you''ll get a kick out of a frame that's manages to take in Ren, the city of Calgary by night, and the planets Jupiter and Saturn in the western sky beyond, with nothing blown out. No clue to what kit they're using, but it's crisp.
Why wouldn't anyone want to see your great intros greeted by a pleasent face and a soothing voice to listen to whilst appreciating our Sick Boi .. 🤔... You keep trying never give up sure Ren & crew will get back to you at some point. ❤️✌️
Love your profile picture! I appreciate those epic words of encouragement. That just made my day! As far as REN goes, even if he doesn't...I completely understand if we don't connect right now, so fingers crossed for one day! I still wish him all the best 😊 also a speedy recovery of health. God bless you
Thank you Jesse. I've been waiting for it all day. By the way, it's based on George Orwell's Animal Farm. Hence the text at the beginning. Thanks for the reaction.❤
I love how Ren seemed to fry your brain to the point of forgetting that you could have easily checked when it was released 😂 Don’t worry, it’s a perfectly normal response to Ren 😅 I think the minimal budget for the video mostly went to buy all the animal masks 😂 The apartment is a friend’s, the animals are friends and friends of friends, and the greenery was “locally sourced” 👀 😂 Anyway… yumyumyumyum 🐰🕳️
There are so many fun references in this one . There was a big discussion early on about what the pig represented and someone said that his favourite book was Animal Farm and the pig was a reference to that ( Ren has since commented that it has a more personal meaning) then along came Animal Flow filled with references to the book . The rules about 2legs and 4legs is a direct quote . If you look closely you will see a live reproduction of the poker playing dogs and the girls in as 3 little kittens from the nursery rhyme ect. Ren is a fan of horror movies and has referenced them in several videos. Early one that may be interesting to you is Children of the Moon which is very Hammer Horror. The animal masks have been in many of his videos Sick Boy , Illist Of Our Time, The Hunger and Murderer. The pig is a recurring protagonist. I hope that helps Thanks for a thoughtful reaction ❤
Aside from the book reference it was also a nod to eyes wide shut with the masked party. There are a few other film references as well but I don't remember them all. Clockwork orange with the cane and white suit. He's a big Kubrick fan so I'm pretty sure there's some shining in there as well.
Silence of the Lambs reference too, re lamb having its throat slit. Also the frog & toad in the bath is a ref to cult classic Wind in the Willows childrens book . The 3 girls at his feet references The Witches of Eastwick. The pig is a ref to cult classic novel Lord of the Flies where shipwrecked children turn feral & murder a bullied younger boy.
Think that Ren said that the last scene with him and the 'animals' standing with the light shining in the background, lighting them up, was actually just a nice coincidence. A car just happened to pull up as they all stood out there. If you start really looking closely, alot of their videos have these little awesome coincidences that coincide with exactly whats happening in the video. Flipping amazing
Enjoyed your reaction to Animal Flow, one of Ren's creative works! Its exciting to watch Ren and his crew master a one take while continually moving downn corridors, sometimes backwards, navigating stairs! Appreciate your input and enjoying your Ren journey! You will like Crutch!🎉🎉🎉😊
Loved it ❤ Like it's already been said, based on George Orwell Animal Farm, clockwork orange, willy wonka. Low budget. Ren is going through some serious medical issues, probably why he hasnt reached out. Many of his videos were done prior to going to Canada for treatment. He would love to do more, just check out his page, some of his interviews, he has to focus on his health. But music is his relief. We all need that ❤
I actually just started reading the novel after someone on here recommended I give it a read ☺️ haha that's so funny cause I knew I heard that Willy Wonka beat in there lol It's all good! I know REN has his battles and content he's working on so it's completely understandable. I still wish him the best and my thoughts go with him on his road to a healthy recovery 🙌
I've seen recently videos he's posted on Instagram where he's rehearsing, singing and recording on his phone whilst getting his daily IV medication. It's important to have some of his medical history knowledge because it features a lot in his music/lyrics. @Cinematic_Jesse
This video was made 2022 or possibly earlier Ren was making his album for his own legacy before going to Canada for treatment for his chronic illness At the time I believe Hi Ren was the last one made in Nov or Dec 2022 Therefore before his music blew up because of Hi Ren He had very little money a go fund me for his life saving treatment Most of the videos for Sick Boi were made with the help of friends and scenery gathered 'borrowed' and taken from the local botanical gardens 😂 He couldn't know at the time how many people would be watching.
Where do I begin to start! I swear you outdo yourself with every video you produce Jesse ❤ me and the family were just in shock at just the intro alone! We knew we were in for a ride 😂 I do hope you and REN connect soon. Side note: you had us rolling laughing through out your reaction!! Thank you again for all the hard work you put into these reaction videos ☺️ God bless you Jesse
Ren has said in the interview with Knox Hill, the song has nothing to do with animal farm specifically, It just to point out how we, we are all animals. But he littered the vid with animal references, also Ren loves putting Easter eggs in his vids, to see if you can spot them. Ren tried to make reference to the famous dogs playing cards painting, whit the shot of the 2 dogs playing cards,
Hey Jesse👋🏻 Just like our birthday boy you never disappoint my friend! I have no idea what in Gods name goes on in Ren’s ADHD brain but I freaking love it🎉 I really dig your vibe and always appreciate watching through your lens🤩🍿 Well done👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I appreciate you! It's always a pleasure just sit and chat with you all about life, music and hear all of yalls views through these videos I react to. I couldn't have a better audience. ❤️
I absolutely love how much heart and soul you put into your work for our entertainment. I feel like I should be paying you for your craft. thank you soo much ♡
This was filmed before Ren left for Canada, and released later as part of his plan to drip feed music whilst he was receiving treatment, so it was filmed before Jenna Ortega's 'Wednesday dance'. the whole budget was less than £1300, Ren used his friends and borrowed the apartment from his friend who lived there.
Also, the greenery around the apartment was collected from wandering around at night, if I remember correctly Ren said the “borrowed” some clippings from the botanical gardens . These guys do get up to some shinanigans lol. Ren does have the best friends surrounding him and if you look they crop up in several of his videos. 🥰
I'll definitely give it a look see! Thank you for reaching out. I normally have my admin approve most links that are RUclips related so please send my way 😊
Jesse I cannot WAIT for you to see the one he just dropped after our composer conversation lol. I have a feeling you’re going to ❤ it! I’ll edit as I go as usual lol *your opening was 🔥 *we watch for Chewy frolicking 😉…..and the giggle track 🤣 *every reactor that lights up when the cats on the washing machine come in…..awesome there’s a giggle track! I was waiting for it 🤣 *this one got stuck in my head immediately and it’s fun to mess with people with it because it’s different. I still can’t get it out of my head 🤷🏼♀️. *also shout out to the Shining…..I want to investigate the Stanley. But not alone, I’m crazy, not stupid 🤣. GET TO THE NEW ONE……tell me he’s not got some Morricone spirit in him. Don’t wait on it. It’s incredible! 💗🙏🏼🇺🇸 Loved the reaction as always 😉. Give treats to Chewy for me 💗🐾💗
I went ahead and added his newest one to my list for next week! I can't wait any longer lol I'm so impatient I swear haha Yeah I've got some major Frolicking coming up soon! It's gonna be some CINEMATIC Frolicking when I hit that 5k ☺️ so stay tuned! I've got plenty of fan boy giggle coming up 😂 my mind was just all over the place with this one! I've visited the Stanley Hotel twice but I guess the Ghosts were just just shy both times 🤣 😭 NEXT TIME 🤞
It's still a lot of fun to visit!!! But if I'm being completely honest, I did not experience anything while there lol but they do have a great gift shop haha
I know Ren and his boys were out in the middle of rhe night "trimming ' greenery to decorate the apartment for the jungle theme. I think he mentioned there might be 80 people involved. They were so many moving parts that it took a lot of takes to get it right. Lots of little easter eggs. Ren conceptualizes and directs these. Luke Flegg fimed . Crutch please?
I'm looking at the comments, Jesse, this is a rabbit hole you will not regret. I LOVE independent artists like Ren, Tom MacDonald, NF (thanks to you). So many songs you haven't covered from Ren. I have already joined, supported your film but will send a super thanks for more Ren. I find him a treasure, a truly lovely human being that has been through most and found a way to get through it...and still going through it. He's amazing to me. But you are as well.
This has been the best rabbit hole! As always, thank you for the kind words and showing support to not only my channel but my upcoming film!!! God bless you friend ☺️
Hey man! Loved your intro again! RENegades will come back when we see the enthusiasm and effort you put in, especially for our favorite Birthday Boy! It puts a big smile of my face. And yeah, that is the hostage he threw in the trunk with piggy (aka: his buddy Joe of Flackerz photos). Ren’s friend, Luke Flegg, was the videographer for this one-shot and they did it a friend’s apartment with all their friends, on a VERY shoe-string budget. As far as politics, Ren’s lyrics clearly convey his anti-monarchy stance (Illegitimate King lost his crown). The RENegades would give Ren a crown but he would probably melt it down and give the money to people in need. His spirit is already golden. Not sure if you’ve checked out his video, “Crucify Your Culture,” but that will give you a little more insight to his perception of what happening in our neck if the woods. 😉 💔❤️🩹❤️
It's my pleasure! I have a blast while on these reaction rabbit holes and I am humbled you all take the time to join me. Thank you for the support friend ☺️ I'll add "crucify your culture" to my upcoming reaction playlist. Thank you for the suggestion and for tuning in. ❤️
Jesse as always your intro was amazing Bravo 👏👏 absolutely love watching your cinematic takes on Ren's videos & love watching how much you love to listening to Ren's music 🎶 😊🎶 I can see you both doing great things in the future 👍 Animal flow was a trip of Ren's mind,🤣 He definitely keeps us on our toes🤣 I've been immersed in watching the New Ren release "Mackay " 🎶that came out today 🎹🎹 Saw your reaction popped up and popped in 😉 And to think our Ren turned 34 today 🥳 Sky's the limit to you both 🫶
I'm loving your feedback and insight! Keep it coming my friend. Yes the sky is the limit when it comes to the creative process ❤️ haha I had no idea it was his bday 🎂....crazy how that turned out. Wow 34! I thought he was younger...I'm turning 39 in December! 😁 Again, thank you for watching 🎬 See you all again soon
I think the words on the whiteboard are from the book animal farm. I love your videos by the way. They're so cool. Don't stop with the ren stuff please!
Loved the intro!! I really hope Ren sees your reactions and that you are able to connect at some point. You can tell from this that Ren is inspired by Kubrick. Many vibes from Clockwork Orange,The Shining, Willy Wonka, The Witches of Eastwick. And he’s also influenced by dystopian literature. Orwell’s Animal Farm is quite prominent in the video treatment. As others shared, this was done on virtually no budget using his mate’s flat with I believe 70-80 of his friends. He describes a lot of the background I believe in the comments/description and community post. Yes - definitely do reactions to his recent releases. Each are completely different genres and vibes. But you will also appreciate the acoustic version of Animal Flow and the video for Crutch.
Thank you as always for tuning in and giving such epic BTS breakdown! They did a fantastic job 💯 I always tell others out there, don't ever let budget hold you back...let alone equipment! You use what you got, it's all in your imagination what we can create. So much respect to REN and his friends for this epic collaboration. When the time is right...I'm very certain we will connect one of these days but for now we are on separate missions in life but I still wish him the best in his journey! ❤️ I added his recent videos to my list! I'll probably do a reaction for his most recent one this week. Stay tuned my friend ☺️
Hey Jessie😊 I wish you could see my smile at your into, absolutely love it, creepy, mistery definitely my favourite style, suits song perfectly ❤ Have a look acoustic version of this song, words hits better without video distraction 😊
The guy tied up at the beginning of the video is Joe(photographer), a friend of Ren, he was the guy kidnapped in music video “ Murderer”. I think, Ren said he was broke when they shot this video. Great reactions, as always.
Great reaction, i hope Ren gets a chance to respond to you, his acoustic of this song on a bus is brilliant, also Mitsubishi has used this song in their advert for a new car, awesome ❤
Thanks Jesse! I requested this video. Great reaction! Very interesting to learn about camer stuff. And your introductory videos give me goosebumps in a good way. Can I ask you to react to another Ren song, “Crutch”? This time everything is more intimate. This masterpiece is 7 years old, less popular, but incredibly beautiful vocally and cinematically.
It seems Crutch is the winner! I've had others reach out with that very request so I will react to Crutch this week. Stay tuned friend. Thank you for watching 😊
Your intros show your great talent. Tiny budget on this one. Kubrick is one of Ren's influences. This is a quote from Ren about this track. "This one was inspired by George Orwell’s Animal Farm and Lord Of The Flies. I was also massively inspired by Black Skinhead by Kanye for the beat. It brings you into this dark tribal chaotic world. I loved playing about with the sonics of this one in the production.”(Luke Flegg was the cinematographer on this one). His last one although it's instrumental, the visual is gorgeous. Ren has so much going on right now. Don't hold it against him if he can't reach back out to you now.
I always appreciate the positive feedback! Also I appreciate the backstories of these Masterpieces. You all are so knowledgeable...it's insane! I love it 💯 I knew I heard some inspired Kanye in there! I've saved the Acoustic version, I'll be getting to that one soon! I completely understand completely why we have connected...when the stars align and the Universe allows it. I still wish him all the best ❤️ Thank you for watching 😊
Again I love your first reaction. And the intro didn't disappoint either. Keep it up! A lot has already been said about Animal Flow. I'll just add that it seems to be the same building as in Violet's Tale, situated just across the street of a location where several gigs of The Big Push were recorded. (E.g. Sympathy for the Devil.)
Awesome intro and reaction! Thank you!💝🙋♀️ My new mantra is taken from a bookmark I have, "Trust the timing of your life". You and Ren are both currently working on major projects. Perhaps the best timing for you and Ren to collaborate will be after he's finished his new album and release. I vaguely recall you're hoping Ren will collaborate with you on some music for your current film? My brain's a little fuzzy at the moment. I feel confident it will happen when the timing is right and the resultI will be EPIC! 🔥
Yaaaaay! I've been looking forward to your next reaction and it did not disappoint! Those intros are fire! I would love to contribute to your movie fund as I'm a cinematic soul as well and love everything movies. Alas, I'm also a newbie VO artist with very little funds right now. However, if you ever need a female voiceover for one of your projects, I offer my services to you free of charge. I used to do theatre and burlesque in my youth and I really miss the creative process and collaboration with like-minded people. So if you ever need a VO, I'm here for you! 🎙️🦇🎙️🦇🎙️ As for the Animal Flow video - it's just brilliant! Ren's ability to choose locations and concepts for his videos is simply perfection ❣️🦇❣️🦇❣️
Thank you!!! I always try to give you all my best when it comes to your time here with me ❤️ Your viewership is is more than enough to contribute to my upcoming film, if you could send me your contact information through email, I could always use a female VO for upcoming projects! My information is on my main channel page, you can get a hold of me directly there 😊 Thank you for watching! Talk to you soon
Budget...lol. Ren said this was his friends apartment building. The "borrowed" the foliage at the beginning from surrounding yards/parks. The people were friends (or friends of friends) that had no idea this was going to be an almost all nighter. The biggest cost was probably the masks. Even the gorilla suit appears in other videos.
Anything for the shot! 🎬 That's so great to hear this collaboration was pulled together with what they were working with! I respect REN/HIS TEAM very much
Your intros give me so much joy 🔥Love the dogs playing poker - painting come alive. And I think you're right about Wednesday. I think Animal Flow with that dance clip were meme/tiktok favorites for a while.
He said in the BTS for money game 3 that until then they had never spent more than £1000 on a video. He's an independent artist so presumably money was tight and at that time earned mainly by busking. Interesting reaction ❤
Ren is a massive Stanley Kubrick fan, so in addition to all the Animal Farm references, Eyes Wide Shut and A Clockwork Orange were influences in this one. The HIdden Gem that tickles me most in this is the bath tub. So, the Creature from the Black Lagoon is also called "The Gill-Man". Ren's last name is Gill, and he is a man. There is also a Rabbit sillouette on the bathroom door if you look closely.
Thank you for the insight! Clockwork Orange makes total sense. As well as the others you've referenced. That's insane! I went back and saw that rabbit silhouette 🤯 I loved this video
@@Cinematic_Jesse It also references Silence of the Lambs ( lyric re little lamb getting its throat slit), The Witches of Eastwick (3 girls at his feet) & cult classic Lord of the Flies where shipwrecked schoolboys turn feral, hunt wild pigs to survive & murder a younger boy ( the pig in the kitchen)
If I had to pick a few words that capture recurring themes in RENs music….nursery rhymes , tobelerone, “what a shame” , religious scripture, introvert, Shakespeare, operatics, full circle, Willy Wonka, Ren against the machine
@@Cinematic_Jesse you'll particularly appreciate the last few seconds of the acoustic version I think! I'd really love to see you do Ren's entire catalogue, he never misses! 🖤
There is an acoustic version of this song n it is filmed at the back of a bus , which is driving around the streets , its really good . I actually prefer the acoustic one 🖤 great reaction btw 😁
Loved the reaction and the cinematic appreciation you have for Rens work may it be with Luke or Samuel. Keep going your speed down the RH, we're all here for it.
The beginning was shot in a friend's apartment and the rest was in the public spaces of the building (without permission) and it took until the wee hours of the night to finish. Yes, I agree with others that you'll love Crutch which is early, from when Ren was extremely ill and having horrible physical and psychological impacts from the medications. I believe his first collaboration filming a video with Samuel was Children of the Moon which you'll also enjoy. Best wishes on the successful outcome of your film!
It seems "Crutch" is a popular one! I've added it to my list of upcoming reactions. Thank you for the suggestion. Thank you for the well wishes friend. My best wishes go to you and yours!
Great reaction! Their budget was minimal. These were all friends/acquaintances of Ren's. The commandments on the wall at the beginning were from Animal Farm by George Orwell. The guy tied up at the beginning is Joe, who is kidnapped at the end of the video for Murderer (spoiler alert LOL). Luke Flegg did the videography on this one and did such an amazing job. It was a continuous shot with no cuts, at least as far as I know. You should check out Ren's video Crutch if you haven't already - you will love the cinematography in that one💜💜
Oh crap! I just wrote practically the same thing as you! 😁 I see your comments all over the place! You are my favorite kind of Renegade. 😘
Totally agree on watching Crutch Ren ft . Bibi
@@marianneszijj 💜💜💜
Yes, Crutch is a stellar video.
The level of collaboration on this video was just top notch! I love the comradery when it comes to his mates jumping in to help him achieve his masterpiece. Thank you again for chiming in with so much information about the behind the scenes! I believe Crutch is coming up for sure 🍿 I keep hearing great things so it's at the top of my list 🤞 thank you for watching....☺️
Renegades love following people down Rabbit holes. If you go watch Ren, we're gonna watch you watch Ren.
This one-shot video was captured by Luke Flegg. Luke also shot the official music video for Ren’s Murderer (which is almost a one-shot) as well as others. He has also filmed many of The Big Push’s busking videos. Since these were shot, Luke lost all of his gear to a break-in where his equipment was stored but crowd-sourcing (funded mostly by Renegades I think) got him back on his feet. The extras are all Ren’s friends and it was shot at his friend’s flat and the hallways within the building.
The BTS on Patreon is so good, I watched it thinking "JoeE and Jesse need to see this!"
Thank you for clarifying! I kind of figured it was not Samuel because it was not listed on the opening credits but I just wasn't sure. I added Murderer to my upcoming reaction playlist, I'm glad they were able to get Luke back on his feet, I know exactly what it feels to get your gear jacked! REN has some great friends...the video turned out brilliant 💯 and yeah that building was it's own character. Love it
I need to check it out! 🍿
It's the same building as in Violet's Tale, standing right across the street of the stage of several busking videos.
Here ya go: Wednesday and animal flow courtesy of Ren's channel shorts ❤
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This was a continuous, yes. I remember seeing Ren speaking of it, and almost reveling in his friends' pain with a maniacal grin 😂, as they had to restart many times, till crazy hours in the early morning. He's a bit of a perfectionist. I can imagine the groans when he says nope, run it back, and they all return to their places 😂
I can just hear him saying the words "ok back to one" 🎬 😅
This combines a bunch of Kubrick, who is one of Ren’s biggest influences overall…some clockwork orange, some shining, some eyes wide shut…
I definitely see the clockwork orange! Love it
I've seen this one about 20 times and I just realized the German shepherd had the sheep on a leash lol. Always something new to be found in this one.
Insane! But I love it 💯
1. Your reactions are great.
2. The creativity on the intros?
I appreciate that!!! Thank you 😁
On Money Game pt 1 you commented about low light - When you get to 'For Joe' just pause on a wide shot, and you''ll get a kick out of a frame that's manages to take in Ren, the city of Calgary by night, and the planets Jupiter and Saturn in the western sky beyond, with nothing blown out. No clue to what kit they're using, but it's crisp.
Why wouldn't anyone want to see your great intros greeted by a pleasent face and a soothing voice to listen to whilst appreciating our Sick Boi .. 🤔... You keep trying never give up sure Ren & crew will get back to you at some point. ❤️✌️
Love your profile picture! I appreciate those epic words of encouragement. That just made my day! As far as REN goes, even if he doesn't...I completely understand if we don't connect right now, so fingers crossed for one day! I still wish him all the best 😊 also a speedy recovery of health. God bless you
Thank you Jesse. I've been waiting for it all day. By the way, it's based on George Orwell's Animal Farm. Hence the text at the beginning. Thanks for the reaction.❤
Thank you for that info! This was supposed to drop at 12:00 pm CST so I don't know what happened there! 😞 I appreciate you watching. ❤️
Excllent reaction. This is one of my favorite Ren videos. Please react to Crutch. Great cinematography on zero budget.
I love how Ren seemed to fry your brain to the point of forgetting that you could have easily checked when it was released 😂 Don’t worry, it’s a perfectly normal response to Ren 😅
I think the minimal budget for the video mostly went to buy all the animal masks 😂 The apartment is a friend’s, the animals are friends and friends of friends, and the greenery was “locally sourced” 👀 😂
Anyway… yumyumyumyum 🐰🕳️
There are so many fun references in this one . There was a big discussion early on about what the pig represented and someone said that his favourite book was Animal Farm and the pig was a reference to that ( Ren has since commented that it has a more personal meaning) then along came Animal Flow filled with references to the book . The rules about 2legs and 4legs is a direct quote . If you look closely you will see a live reproduction of the poker playing dogs and the girls in as 3 little kittens from the nursery rhyme ect. Ren is a fan of horror movies and has referenced them in several videos. Early one that may be interesting to you is Children of the Moon which is very Hammer Horror.
The animal masks have been in many of his videos Sick Boy , Illist Of Our Time, The Hunger and Murderer. The pig is a recurring protagonist.
I hope that helps
Thanks for a thoughtful reaction ❤
Aside from the book reference it was also a nod to eyes wide shut with the masked party. There are a few other film references as well but I don't remember them all. Clockwork orange with the cane and white suit. He's a big Kubrick fan so I'm pretty sure there's some shining in there as well.
3 kittens washing their mittens, is a nursery rhyme and we know Ren lives nursery rhymes! Budget was 1K if i remember correctly
Luke Flagg filmed this one. And an excellent job he did!
"Crew" are Ren's mates and their mates LOL
Luke did a fantastic job! 🎬 And so did RENS mates lol those costumes were very realistic. Love it
Ren is a big fan of Kubrick in case you couldnt tell😂 this is like clockwork orange meets the shining meets animal farm 😂💜💜
Best combination!!! 🎬 Those shots in the hallway were just BRILLIANT
Silence of the Lambs reference too, re lamb having its throat slit. Also the frog & toad in the bath is a ref to cult classic Wind in the Willows childrens book . The 3 girls at his feet references The Witches of Eastwick. The pig is a ref to cult classic novel Lord of the Flies where shipwrecked children turn feral & murder a bullied younger boy.
Think that Ren said that the last scene with him and the 'animals' standing with the light shining in the background, lighting them up, was actually just a nice coincidence. A car just happened to pull up as they all stood out there. If you start really looking closely, alot of their videos have these little awesome coincidences that coincide with exactly whats happening in the video. Flipping amazing
Enjoyed your reaction to Animal Flow, one of Ren's creative works! Its exciting to watch Ren and his crew master a one take while continually moving downn corridors, sometimes backwards, navigating stairs! Appreciate your input and enjoying your Ren journey! You will like Crutch!🎉🎉🎉😊
I'm waiting for a 'crutch' too
Crutch is coming soon!!! 💯 Thank you for watching and reaching out with BTS insight.
Loved it ❤ Like it's already been said, based on George Orwell Animal Farm, clockwork orange, willy wonka. Low budget. Ren is going through some serious medical issues, probably why he hasnt reached out. Many of his videos were done prior to going to Canada for treatment. He would love to do more, just check out his page, some of his interviews, he has to focus on his health. But music is his relief. We all need that ❤
PS: as always, your intro was incredible ❤❤❤
I actually just started reading the novel after someone on here recommended I give it a read ☺️ haha that's so funny cause I knew I heard that Willy Wonka beat in there lol
It's all good! I know REN has his battles and content he's working on so it's completely understandable. I still wish him the best and my thoughts go with him on his road to a healthy recovery 🙌
Thank you for watching and showing so much love/support! ☺️
I've seen recently videos he's posted on Instagram where he's rehearsing, singing and recording on his phone whilst getting his daily IV medication. It's important to have some of his medical history knowledge because it features a lot in his music/lyrics. @Cinematic_Jesse
This video was made 2022 or possibly earlier
Ren was making his album for his own legacy before going to Canada for treatment for his chronic illness
At the time I believe Hi Ren was the last one made in Nov or Dec 2022
Therefore before his music blew up because of Hi Ren
He had very little money a go fund me for his life saving treatment
Most of the videos for Sick Boi were made with the help of friends and scenery gathered 'borrowed' and taken from the local botanical gardens 😂
He couldn't know at the time how many people would be watching.
Where do I begin to start! I swear you outdo yourself with every video you produce Jesse ❤ me and the family were just in shock at just the intro alone! We knew we were in for a ride 😂 I do hope you and REN connect soon. Side note: you had us rolling laughing through out your reaction!! Thank you again for all the hard work you put into these reaction videos ☺️ God bless you Jesse
Glad to hear you and the family enjoyed the video! 😊 I'm loving the feedback!!! God bless you and yours ❤️
Ren has said in the interview with Knox Hill, the song has nothing to do with animal farm specifically, It just to point out how we, we are all animals. But he littered the vid with animal references, also Ren loves putting Easter eggs in his vids, to see if you can spot them.
Ren tried to make reference to the famous dogs playing cards painting, whit the shot of the 2 dogs playing cards,
Awesome reaction, again. This is shot in a friends flat. Same building used for Violet’s Tale.
Hey Jesse👋🏻
Just like our birthday boy you never disappoint my friend! I have no idea what in Gods name goes on in Ren’s ADHD brain but I freaking love it🎉
I really dig your vibe and always appreciate watching through your lens🤩🍿
Well done👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I appreciate you! It's always a pleasure just sit and chat with you all about life, music and hear all of yalls views through these videos I react to. I couldn't have a better audience. ❤️
I absolutely love how much heart and soul you put into your work for our entertainment. I feel like I should be paying you for your craft. thank you soo much ♡
It's honestly my pleasure! I love what I do and I'm humbled to know you all are enjoying your time while here ☺️
Excellent reaction! I love that you appreciate Rens vision! Thank you!
I appreciate you! And REN has grown on me that the very least I can do is show respect where it's due for our craft 🎬 ❤️
This was filmed before Ren left for Canada, and released later as part of his plan to drip feed music whilst he was receiving treatment, so it was filmed before Jenna Ortega's 'Wednesday dance'. the whole budget was less than £1300, Ren used his friends and borrowed the apartment from his friend who lived there.
Also, the greenery around the apartment was collected from wandering around at night, if I remember correctly Ren said the “borrowed” some clippings from the botanical gardens . These guys do get up to some shinanigans lol. Ren does have the best friends surrounding him and if you look they crop up in several of his videos. 🥰
I don't know if you've seen this yet, but Ren recently put out a short specifically for reactors. 😊
(I have tried to post the link but yt removed it. Sometimes it needs to be "approved". But you can find it in his shorts. Pause!) 😂
I'll definitely give it a look see! Thank you for reaching out. I normally have my admin approve most links that are RUclips related so please send my way 😊
Omg i love this!!! That intro was SUPERB as always ❤
I appreciate you watching 🍿❤️
@@Cinematic_Jessethe intro was Kul. WOW🎉🥂
Ren wants to make a movie for Netflix. In an interview he said Money Game #3 was a warm up.
My best wishes go out to him regardless of what route he decides to take. 💯
Jesse I cannot WAIT for you to see the one he just dropped after our composer conversation lol. I have a feeling you’re going to ❤ it!
I’ll edit as I go as usual lol
*your opening was 🔥
*we watch for Chewy frolicking 😉…..and the giggle track 🤣
*every reactor that lights up when the cats on the washing machine come in…..awesome there’s a giggle track! I was waiting for it 🤣
*this one got stuck in my head immediately and it’s fun to mess with people with it because it’s different. I still can’t get it out of my head 🤷🏼♀️.
*also shout out to the Shining…..I want to investigate the Stanley. But not alone, I’m crazy, not stupid 🤣.
GET TO THE NEW ONE……tell me he’s not got some Morricone spirit in him. Don’t wait on it. It’s incredible! 💗🙏🏼🇺🇸 Loved the reaction as always 😉. Give treats to Chewy for me 💗🐾💗
I went ahead and added his newest one to my list for next week! I can't wait any longer lol I'm so impatient I swear haha
Yeah I've got some major Frolicking coming up soon! It's gonna be some CINEMATIC Frolicking when I hit that 5k ☺️ so stay tuned!
I've got plenty of fan boy giggle coming up 😂 my mind was just all over the place with this one!
I've visited the Stanley Hotel twice but I guess the Ghosts were just just shy both times 🤣 😭 NEXT TIME 🤞
@@Cinematic_Jesse haha the Stanley never seems to have anything going on. But it looks like fun to go play in for a while though.
It's still a lot of fun to visit!!! But if I'm being completely honest, I did not experience anything while there lol but they do have a great gift shop haha
@@Cinematic_Jesse oh I know it’s more of the whole tourist’ experience of it lol. I just want to look through the building. It looks fun ☺️
@@Cinematic_Jesse and let’s be honest, a good gift shop is……fun 🤷🏼♀️🤣
I know Ren and his boys were out in the middle of rhe night "trimming ' greenery to decorate the apartment for the jungle theme. I think he mentioned there might be 80 people involved. They were so many moving parts that it took a lot of takes to get it right. Lots of little easter eggs. Ren conceptualizes and directs these. Luke Flegg fimed .
Crutch please?
Yes - Crutch!! Both the song and video are stunning. And it’s from quite early in his journey
I'm looking at the comments, Jesse, this is a rabbit hole you will not regret. I LOVE independent artists like Ren, Tom MacDonald, NF (thanks to you). So many songs you haven't covered from Ren. I have already joined, supported your film but will send a super thanks for more Ren. I find him a treasure, a truly lovely human being that has been through most and found a way to get through it...and still going through it. He's amazing to me. But you are as well.
This has been the best rabbit hole! As always, thank you for the kind words and showing support to not only my channel but my upcoming film!!! God bless you friend ☺️
Check out acoustic version too. Great reaction, look forward to all your future videos and movie!!!!! 🤙
Just added it to my upcoming reaction playlist! Thanks boss for tuning in 🎬
Yes! The live version
Man i love the trailer like intros! They are so good! I really hope that Ren responds that would be amazing 😎
Much appreciated! 🍿 Fingers crossed one of these days.
Hey man! Loved your intro again! RENegades will come back when we see the enthusiasm and effort you put in, especially for our favorite Birthday Boy! It puts a big smile of my face.
And yeah, that is the hostage he threw in the trunk with piggy (aka: his buddy Joe of Flackerz photos). Ren’s friend, Luke Flegg, was the videographer for this one-shot and they did it a friend’s apartment with all their friends, on a VERY shoe-string budget.
As far as politics, Ren’s lyrics clearly convey his anti-monarchy stance (Illegitimate King lost his crown). The RENegades would give Ren a crown but he would probably melt it down and give the money to people in need. His spirit is already golden. Not sure if you’ve checked out his video, “Crucify Your Culture,” but that will give you a little more insight to his perception of what happening in our neck if the woods. 😉
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It's my pleasure! I have a blast while on these reaction rabbit holes and I am humbled you all take the time to join me. Thank you for the support friend ☺️
I'll add "crucify your culture" to my upcoming reaction playlist. Thank you for the suggestion and for tuning in. ❤️
Lol the little hand dance immediately gave me Thriller vibes
Jesse as always your intro was amazing Bravo 👏👏 absolutely love watching your cinematic takes on Ren's videos & love watching how much you love to listening to Ren's music 🎶 😊🎶 I can see you both doing great things in the future 👍 Animal flow was a trip of Ren's mind,🤣 He definitely keeps us on our toes🤣 I've been immersed in watching the New Ren release "Mackay " 🎶that came out today 🎹🎹 Saw your reaction popped up and popped in 😉 And to think our Ren turned 34 today 🥳 Sky's the limit to you both 🫶
I'm loving your feedback and insight! Keep it coming my friend. Yes the sky is the limit when it comes to the creative process ❤️ haha I had no idea it was his bday 🎂....crazy how that turned out. Wow 34! I thought he was younger...I'm turning 39 in December! 😁
Again, thank you for watching 🎬
See you all again soon
I think the words on the whiteboard are from the book animal farm. I love your videos by the way. They're so cool. Don't stop with the ren stuff please!
Thanks for the insight! I'll have to check out the book now lol thank you for watching. 🙌
I had to read this in 12th grade. Some people had problem understanding what a word meant and its' content.
Love your intro and love your reaction. And of course, love Ren ❤
Loved the intro!! I really hope Ren sees your reactions and that you are able to connect at some point.
You can tell from this that Ren is inspired by Kubrick. Many vibes from Clockwork Orange,The Shining, Willy Wonka, The Witches of Eastwick. And he’s also influenced by dystopian literature. Orwell’s Animal Farm is quite prominent in the video treatment.
As others shared, this was done on virtually no budget using his mate’s flat with I believe 70-80 of his friends. He describes a lot of the background I believe in the comments/description and community post.
Yes - definitely do reactions to his recent releases. Each are completely different genres and vibes. But you will also appreciate the acoustic version of Animal Flow and the video for Crutch.
Thank you as always for tuning in and giving such epic BTS breakdown! They did a fantastic job 💯 I always tell others out there, don't ever let budget hold you back...let alone equipment! You use what you got, it's all in your imagination what we can create. So much respect to REN and his friends for this epic collaboration.
When the time is right...I'm very certain we will connect one of these days but for now we are on separate missions in life but I still wish him the best in his journey! ❤️
I added his recent videos to my list! I'll probably do a reaction for his most recent one this week. Stay tuned my friend ☺️
Hey Jessie😊 I wish you could see my smile at your into, absolutely love it, creepy, mistery definitely my favourite style, suits song perfectly ❤
Have a look acoustic version of this song, words hits better without video distraction 😊
Thank you again for watching! Glad to hear it brought a smile to your face 😊 I'm most definitely will be checking out the acoustic version! 🤞
I loooove your reactions. It’s so interesting to get a filmmaker’s perspective, and I always learn something from you. And that intro! 🔥 Chef’s kiss.
Thank you! I really enjoy making these Cinematic Storytelling reactions for you guys ☺️ I'm glad to hear the great feedback ❤️
Wow, your intro definitely set the tone for the video. ❤
Thank you! As always I had a blast making this one for you all ☺️ this was too much fun!
Keep it up, man. There's a right time for everything. Just stay true, and good things will come your way. No doubt!
I appreciate that! Same to you my friend. 💯
REN❤❤❤. I loved seeing your joy while watching this.
I appreciate you watching ☺️ and yes I had a blast on this one!
The cinematography in the new video is amazing, you need to check it out!
The guy tied up at the beginning of the video is Joe(photographer), a friend of Ren, he was the guy kidnapped in music video “ Murderer”. I think, Ren said he was broke when they shot this video. Great reactions, as always.
Thank you
That intro though 🔥🔥🔥
FOUR legs good, TWO legs bad (George Orwell)
Great reaction, i hope Ren gets a chance to respond to you, his acoustic of this song on a bus is brilliant, also Mitsubishi has used this song in their advert for a new car, awesome ❤
That must've been a sweet commercial with that song! Love it 💯
Love your Intros. Thanks for all the time that goes Into your reactions, it's greatly appreciated.
I appreciate you taking the time to watch! I really enjoy making them for you all. 🎬
Thanks Jesse! I requested this video. Great reaction! Very interesting to learn about camer stuff. And your introductory videos give me goosebumps in a good way. Can I ask you to react to another Ren song, “Crutch”? This time everything is more intimate. This masterpiece is 7 years old, less popular, but incredibly beautiful vocally and cinematically.
It seems Crutch is the winner! I've had others reach out with that very request so I will react to Crutch this week. Stay tuned friend. Thank you for watching 😊
@@Cinematic_Jesse The bell is on! I look forward to☺
Virtually no budget & 80-odd friends & friends of friends spent the night getting the one shot down. 💜
Absolutely lovin your intros 👏👏👏 enjoyed your reaction to this gem with a thousand Easter eggs ❤
Thank you! I'm loving this rabbit hole
That intro alone! Amazing! Great reaction!
I appreciate you watching!
All friends of Ren, Vik (viktus) does a great interview pointing out where they got the local foliage to make a jungle
The amount of determination and imagination that went into the making of this video was just absolutely Genius! Thank you for sharing/watching 😊
How did I miss this for 2 days?! 🤯
Your Intros make my day! They are AMAZING ✨✨✨
I LOVE your reactions! ❤
Thank you!!! 😁 I appreciate you
Love the intro. ❤
🎬☺️❤️ Thank you!
Ren sent me here, therefore I must subscribe... thanks!!!
Thank you for watching and subbing to the channel!
i had chills through the intro.
thank you sir
Thank you! I make them for you all. 🍿
Your intros show your great talent. Tiny budget on this one. Kubrick is one of Ren's influences. This is a quote from Ren about this track. "This one was inspired by George Orwell’s Animal Farm and Lord Of The Flies. I was also massively inspired by Black Skinhead by Kanye for the beat. It brings you into this dark tribal chaotic world. I loved playing about with the sonics of this one in the production.”(Luke Flegg was the cinematographer on this one). His last one although it's instrumental, the visual is gorgeous. Ren has so much going on right now. Don't hold it against him if he can't reach back out to you now.
I always appreciate the positive feedback! Also I appreciate the backstories of these Masterpieces. You all are so knowledgeable...it's insane! I love it 💯
I knew I heard some inspired Kanye in there! I've saved the Acoustic version, I'll be getting to that one soon!
I completely understand completely why we have connected...when the stars align and the Universe allows it. I still wish him all the best ❤️
Thank you for watching 😊
Great review - especially from a cinematographer
I appreciate that! Thank you for watching ☺️
Again I love your first reaction. And the intro didn't disappoint either. Keep it up!
A lot has already been said about Animal Flow. I'll just add that it seems to be the same building as in Violet's Tale, situated just across the street of a location where several gigs of The Big Push were recorded. (E.g. Sympathy for the Devil.)
All the ad-lib sounds he makes are just urghhhh... I love em. The rahhh! And the uh, the sheesh! Etc... so awesome.
Right?! 🔥
Awesome intro and reaction! Thank you!💝🙋♀️
My new mantra is taken from a bookmark I have, "Trust the timing of your life".
You and Ren are both currently working on major projects. Perhaps the best timing for you and Ren to collaborate will be after he's finished his new album and release. I vaguely recall you're hoping Ren will collaborate with you on some music for your current film? My brain's a little fuzzy at the moment.
I feel confident it will happen when the timing is right and the resultI will be EPIC! 🔥
Yaaaaay! I've been looking forward to your next reaction and it did not disappoint! Those intros are fire!
I would love to contribute to your movie fund as I'm a cinematic soul as well and love everything movies. Alas, I'm also a newbie VO artist with very little funds right now. However, if you ever need a female voiceover for one of your projects, I offer my services to you free of charge. I used to do theatre and burlesque in my youth and I really miss the creative process and collaboration with like-minded people. So if you ever need a VO, I'm here for you! 🎙️🦇🎙️🦇🎙️
As for the Animal Flow video - it's just brilliant! Ren's ability to choose locations and concepts for his videos is simply perfection ❣️🦇❣️🦇❣️
Thank you!!! I always try to give you all my best when it comes to your time here with me ❤️
Your viewership is is more than enough to contribute to my upcoming film, if you could send me your contact information through email, I could always use a female VO for upcoming projects! My information is on my main channel page, you can get a hold of me directly there 😊
Thank you for watching! Talk to you soon
Clockwork Orange and Animal Farm meets the mind of Ren.
Animal farm meets clockwork orange plus Ren sauce
Love it!
Fish eye!! you have to watch Losing it - Ren. That was done using fish eye lens.
@5:10. It ain’t “stealing”. It’s inspiration. You see something, learn from it, sit with it, put your twist on it, go for it. ☮️♥️
Maybe you'll bless us with some BTS of your movie.... please??
Of course! I'll definitely be providing all of my viewers with BTS of my upcoming film. 🎬
MAN That intro!!!!! That was great🥰
I'm loving the feedback ☺️ thank you!
At 2:25 that scene is almost exactly like a scene in Rens Crutch video!!!
I'll be reacting to "Crutch" this week I've had so many others reach out about that one in particular. I can't wait to see it now 🎬
Great reaction as always
Thank you for watching 🎬
Budget...lol. Ren said this was his friends apartment building. The "borrowed" the foliage at the beginning from surrounding yards/parks. The people were friends (or friends of friends) that had no idea this was going to be an almost all nighter. The biggest cost was probably the masks. Even the gorilla suit appears in other videos.
Anything for the shot! 🎬 That's so great to hear this collaboration was pulled together with what they were working with! I respect REN/HIS TEAM very much
Your intros give me so much joy 🔥Love the dogs playing poker - painting come alive. And I think you're right about Wednesday. I think Animal Flow with that dance clip were meme/tiktok favorites for a while.
I'm humbled that you enjoy them ☺️ thank you for watching! And yes I do believe that dance did come from Adams Family.
This is awesome!! I think you'd love the song/video for Icarus by Ren's band The Big Push. It's one of my favorites!
I'll have to check it out! Thank you for the suggestion ☺️
He said in the BTS for money game 3 that until then they had never spent more than £1000 on a video. He's an independent artist so presumably money was tight and at that time earned mainly by busking. Interesting reaction ❤
Ren is a massive Stanley Kubrick fan, so in addition to all the Animal Farm references, Eyes Wide Shut and A Clockwork Orange were influences in this one.
The HIdden Gem that tickles me most in this is the bath tub. So, the Creature from the Black Lagoon is also called "The Gill-Man". Ren's last name is Gill, and he is a man. There is also a Rabbit sillouette on the bathroom door if you look closely.
I thought the frog & fish in the tub referenced cult childrens classic The Wind in the Willows, but I get where you're coming from too.
Thank you for the insight! Clockwork Orange makes total sense. As well as the others you've referenced. That's insane! I went back and saw that rabbit silhouette 🤯 I loved this video
@@Cinematic_Jesse It also references Silence of the Lambs ( lyric re little lamb getting its throat slit), The Witches of Eastwick (3 girls at his feet) & cult classic Lord of the Flies where shipwrecked schoolboys turn feral, hunt wild pigs to survive & murder a younger boy ( the pig in the kitchen)
Love this one, I'm glad you got to enjoy it!
Loved it! Thank you for watching
Awesome intro!!!! 👏👏👏
He sat on it a year before dropping!
The tied up guy in the beginning came from his Murderer video... the one he put in the trunk!
If I had to pick a few words that capture recurring themes in RENs music….nursery rhymes , tobelerone, “what a shame” , religious scripture, introvert, Shakespeare, operatics, full circle, Willy Wonka, Ren against the machine
Thought for sure you'd catch the Dogs playing poker, red light and all!
I caught it after watching it the second time around! My mind was just all over the place with my first initial reaction. I loved this video so much
If you haven't already please try the acoustic version recorded in one take on a bus 🚌😉 for a totally different vibe 🎵🎶🍯🔥🙏✌️🐝🍀
Yes, the acoustic version is somehow more fierce!
Agreed! Somehow he was able to make the acoustic version even more sinister 😼
I love me some acoustic and it's LIVE!!! Adding it to the list right now 😁 thank you for the recommendation!
I must see!!!
@@Cinematic_Jesse you'll particularly appreciate the last few seconds of the acoustic version I think! I'd really love to see you do Ren's entire catalogue, he never misses! 🖤
I think it’s only one person other then Ren, the rest are clearly animals. 😅
There is an acoustic version of this song n it is filmed at the back of a bus , which is driving around the streets , its really good . I actually prefer the acoustic one 🖤 great reaction btw 😁
I just saved the Acoustic version! I'm getting to it this week while I've got some time to do it ☺️ thank you for watching!
His suit and character also reminds me of ‘Clockwork Orange’. Yeah? No? Just me? 😂
Loved the reaction and the cinematic appreciation you have for Rens work may it be with Luke or Samuel. Keep going your speed down the RH, we're all here for it.
Thank you for watching and joining along this epic rabbit hole 💯
God bless
The beginning was shot in a friend's apartment and the rest was in the public spaces of the building (without permission) and it took until the wee hours of the night to finish.
Yes, I agree with others that you'll love Crutch which is early, from when Ren was extremely ill and having horrible physical and psychological impacts from the medications.
I believe his first collaboration filming a video with Samuel was Children of the Moon which you'll also enjoy.
Best wishes on the successful outcome of your film!
It seems "Crutch" is a popular one! I've added it to my list of upcoming reactions. Thank you for the suggestion. Thank you for the well wishes friend. My best wishes go to you and yours!
The rules written on the wall are from "Animal Farm" by George Orwell.
I vaguely remember reading the book when I was younger so I recently picked it back up for a re-fresher!
These INTROS, bro! So bad ass. Glad I found your channel thru the Beat Down. ☮️♥️
You don't know why we keep watching? IT'S THE INTROS! I'd pro;ly come watch them if they were all you put up! :D
That comment made my entire weekend! I love that 😊 thank you so much. You all really know how to make a man feel EPIC 🎬 God bless you ❤️
Have you watched his song losing it, he uses fish eye on that it's dope
I have not! But I can add it to my list of upcoming reactions 🤯 thank you for the suggestions.
No worries
Loosely Animal Farm themed. The guy tied up at the beginning is the guy he threw in the trunk in Murderer...kind of a sequal
I love your intros!! Im here for it all!❤❤
Thank you for being here! ☺️