I love what Lou tells his new crew members at the end of the movie, that he would never ask them to do anything he wouldn’t do himself, normally this would be comforting but knowing what he now about this character and the depths he is willing to sink to, it is so darkly humorous
If you say he deserves an oscar for this simple performance... then we keralites ( southern state of India..just google malayalam movies..and please see who is Mr Thilakan..mohanlal( movie kireedam)..mammooty( movie Amaram) etc ..and their movies would have won 100s of such..those bracketed are their sample performances...
I don't think he gave the best performance of the year, I probably would have given it to Michael Keaton for Birdman-but I do think he should have been nominated.
I enjoyed Birdman but I only watched it once and don't have the desire to watch it again. Oscars are strange in that there is no way to account for the longevity and staying power of a movie. Michael Keaton gave a great performance, no doubt, but I prefer Gyllenhaal's here and I think he really makes this movie a classic. I am not usually a fan of his either but this performance was striking to me.
This film is such an interesting one that I feel goes underappreciated by many. There's so many topics, themes, and messages in here that it just begs for a dialogue with the audience. I remember actively questioning the morality of news outlets and such because of it and it did utimately show me that the problem is on a whole other level with our modern day society at the base of the problem. The say that the character is constantly shown behind the shadows made him feel like a predator waiting for an opportunity to pounce at his prey. Very interesting character study as well. Another great video, man! Keep up the good work!
Jack's Movie Reviews yeah so true, and thanks for another in depth analysis of another great movie you really do manage to point out some things I haven’t noticed before. Keep at it.
Fantastic analysis as always! I heard the diner where Lou interviews Rick is the same one used in Pulp Fiction. Gyllenhaal is just perfect in this film
Boomplan8 - yeah, I think I heard about that in a DVD director's comment (Tarantino if memory serves). Need to do some research. Definitely an iconic movie location.
This is such a good video. I really like how you explain filming concepts and it gets quite elaborate. I really love that movie, keep up the good work!!
Like stonie Cad, I too found your channel only recently. I'm glad I subbed. This commentary on Nightcrawler's cinematography was not only fascinating, but inspirational. As a long time VFX artist who is now getting into making my own films, I am always looking for new insight into how to visually tell the stories I want to tell. This video was extremely helpful in that regard. Thank you. I can't wait until this coming Saturday. :D
The movie shares a lot of similarities between: 1.Taxi Driver 2. Drive 3. Le Samurai. If you haven't already, please make a video on these. Keep up the good work. The opening of Nightcrawler is pretty striking, but it fits for the themes of the movie.
Liber Primus - all excellent movies you named, but the similarities only go so far. Travis Bickle searches for purpose and goes on a rescue crusade, the other two are clearly neo-noir. Lou Bloom is driven and wants to have successful career at all costs, including the lives of others. He is never in an existential crisis and is never lured into something. It's all his plan and he never deviates from it - there is no change in character. The "dark" (night time) tone is probably one of the very few things the films you mentioned and Nightcrawler (it is not a neo noir by any definition - which usually has a broken, washed up, desperate, confused or weak protagonist) have in common. But that's just my take on it. Here is Jack's video on Drive: ruclips.net/video/uhcjNLgRias/видео.html
Interesting, thanks for the reply. I'll look into the video. The atmosphere and tone are pretty similar within each movie, which is why I included them. When Travis stares into the coffee cup, and when Iris mentions to Travis: Haven't you looked at your own eyes in the mirror, it triggered an out looked examination, but your viewpoint is still sound as he never really went full True Detective pessimist. Cheers.
Liber Primus - Well thanks for your reply. The themes of darkness (literal and as a metaphor), danger, crime and characters that don't fit into society are all very much present in Nightcrawler. I also should add that nothing I ever say is meant to be condescending. We all are learning (even the greatest) during our entire lives. To this day the debate goes on about what film noir (and later neo noir) actually is. I mention that because darkness and danger are parts of it (usually). True Detective (season 1) definitely is one of the greatest works (cinema or TV) ever made. It is not so much noir (since this "gernre" is almost always in an urban setting), than a neo western (the law of the land). BUT it has strong noir influences. Again: apologies if I come off as lecturing. That is never my intention. Always great seeing people truly interested in the movies and what they have to say. If you missed it, here is Jack's video on True Detective, season 1: ruclips.net/video/ZEHCzjk0Hrk/видео.html
Lou Bloom played by Jake Gyllenhaal was beyond amazing! I know my movie characters quite well. Lou Bloom went from being a petty theif to becoming a stringer founding a news gathering service which he starts off as a freelance to a professional which he gradually progresses into a successful established company, Video Production News, along with new internet who'll pursue their career goals as full-time employees for VPN along with new customized vans for VPN while continuing to expand his business. Again, he went from being a petty theif to becoming a stringer founding a news gathering service which, long story short, he makes into a bigger company. It's like he found his calling in life which actually leads him away from petty theivery. That's Lou Bloom for you there.
Jake Gyellenhall is an underrated actor. I wish Bill Paxton was in it longer. Jake's character is disturbing but you want to see what he does. Great review Jack.
First time I see one of your videos and I’m Hooked!!! I think I can learn so much here and I need it! Haha. Let’s gooo 100k subs!! Thank you for this awesome content
The essay is really good, but I want you to ask a question when a person watching this film in the theater for the first time can he think these things in that much of detail. which person is a long shot which person is in mid-shot and why it is used for a different person. If he still thinks these things aren't that distract him from the film.
i remember one time i was asked what was the most disturbing film ive ever watched. and immediately at the top of my head, i said nightcrawler. they didn't even kno this film, they expected a saw movie or some other slasher :--/
Anti-heroes are my Go-To when it comes to characters who capture my interest most, yet Lou Bloom is an interesting individual. At times we're rooting for him, at times we're appalled by his actions, and no matter what our feelings towards the man may be, one cannot deny he has the tenacity, passion, and aim to be the absolute best at what he does. :D
Hey, great analysis and I agree with almost all of the interpretations. I however not understand the point being made from 2:53 onwards. The one that begins with "Nina is in a medium shot". Maybe you could reiterate? Thx for your efforts.
This may have been me diving in deeper and over interpreting and it may be worth rewatching the scene. Basically when it starts, Nina is in medium, Lou is in wide-and think about where they are-Nina is wanting to trust Lou, Lou is wanting to manipulate her.
Thanks for your reply. I just feel it's a bit thin. I believe the shot is part of the argument that you bring a short moment later, that Lou is stepping to Nina. That effect is amplified by showing how far away he is in a long shot beforehand. So basically the distance that he traverses from the first long shot to the last close-up close to her face is him convincing her.
LUNTE1337 - the entire sequence is about the power play. Lou talks and walks towards her, basically cornering her, but she is interested. When they walk through the studio together, its a long (ish) shot since the entire bodies are in frame. Then we see Nina (we see the event from her side) in a medium shot (waiste down cut off), so she is already "closer" and a little more open to what he has to say and offer, but she still has (often) her arms crossed (= not so fast!). When Lou comes from a long shot (full body, in full focus - she is on "higher ground" because Lou starts off with his eyes below the eye line - not yet in full power) and Nina is close in an over the shoulder position (out of focus, still dwarfing him), the camera amplifies his approaching after that by dollying-in at the same time. When they are both closest together, it's the usual over the shoulder shot and matching reverse shot. Note that the camera is now always slightly below the eye line: both are now in a power position, but for different reasons. Check the entire scene in sequence. Blocking, lens choices, framing, camera movement and lighting are all "telling the story". Hope this helps.
Travis Spazz - Well I guess it has a lot to do with the dark, twisted subject matter, which is old news by now. At least Jake Gyllenhaal was nominated for all important awards, except for the Oscar. I must agree here with Jack: Michael Keaton in Birdman was a notch better, because it never felt like he was "acting". But anyway: Gyllenhaal was indeed incredible, never crossing the line into overacting (IMHO) - and I cannot imagine anyone having done a better job. STILL (that's just my humble opinion) I would love to see what, say, Michael Fassbender or Joaquin Phoenix would have done with the material. Another (obvious) choice would have been Christian Bale.
Megumi - same here: people like Lou are despicable, but they exist and Jake Gyllenhaal nailed it. I have a feeling that Lou doesn't care if he dies alone. He doesn't care about other people, living in his bubble. He uses people only as tools. Many wonderful, honest human beings who contributed a lot to make the world a better place also die alone. Life is far from being fair. Please don't get me wrong: I fully agree with you.
Ok I'm just going to ask up front. How do you do manage to analyze all these films in your videos in such a profound way? I mean, did you study in a film school, did you just learn in your free time or is it a gift of you being able to notice all these details that very few people have?
I think the best way to describe it would be practice. I'm not too happy with a lot of my earliest videos. I also spend a lot of time looking for details and in this case, this video was co-written with someone which helps make the research process much easier.
I love what Lou tells his new crew members at the end of the movie, that he would never ask them to do anything he wouldn’t do himself, normally this would be comforting but knowing what he now about this character and the depths he is willing to sink to, it is so darkly humorous
How many of us are still upset Jake didn't get an Oscar nomination
I am! Total BS. And as of today, he just got snubbed again for "Stronger." What gives???
If you say he deserves an oscar for this simple performance... then we keralites ( southern state of India..just google malayalam movies..and please see who is Mr Thilakan..mohanlal( movie kireedam)..mammooty( movie Amaram) etc ..and their movies would have won 100s of such..those bracketed are their sample performances...
He really should've got one for prisoners
“EVERONE”
-Gary oldman 1994
@@sreekanthvijay8462 nope
Great analysis. A movie that should have won Jake Gyllenhaal an oscar. Truly underappreciated at the time.
I don't think he gave the best performance of the year, I probably would have given it to Michael Keaton for Birdman-but I do think he should have been nominated.
I enjoyed Birdman but I only watched it once and don't have the desire to watch it again. Oscars are strange in that there is no way to account for the longevity and staying power of a movie. Michael Keaton gave a great performance, no doubt, but I prefer Gyllenhaal's here and I think he really makes this movie a classic. I am not usually a fan of his either but this performance was striking to me.
Personally I think Tom Hardy should've won for Locke.
@@JacksMovieReviews Nocturnal Animals Please With Cinematography Analysis
or elswitt!!
This film is such an interesting one that I feel goes underappreciated by many. There's so many topics, themes, and messages in here that it just begs for a dialogue with the audience. I remember actively questioning the morality of news outlets and such because of it and it did utimately show me that the problem is on a whole other level with our modern day society at the base of the problem. The say that the character is constantly shown behind the shadows made him feel like a predator waiting for an opportunity to pounce at his prey. Very interesting character study as well. Another great video, man! Keep up the good work!
My favourite Jake Gyllenhaal character he portrays Lou so well.
He really gets into character well!
Jack's Movie Reviews yeah so true, and thanks for another in depth analysis of another great movie you really do manage to point out some things I haven’t noticed before. Keep at it.
Same! Absolutely phenomenal
This is one of my favorite movies of the current decade, and this is an analysis worthy of its brilliance.
Thanks Ryan! I'm glad you enjoyed!
This video is saving me my grades for film class thank you
Jake Gyllenhaal is the man!!!
He's one of the best actors working today.
@@JacksMovieReviews can't agree more
Fantastic analysis as always! I heard the diner where Lou interviews Rick is the same one used in Pulp Fiction. Gyllenhaal is just perfect in this film
Thanks Kyle! Nice little factoid there!
The diner was also used in Drive, I believe.
Yep, this particular diner in L.A. is used in a TON of movies. Need to check if I can find a list. Anyway: great information!
It was used in Reservoir Dogs and many other films such as The Big Lebowski, but I think that sadly the one used in Pulp was destroyed many years back
Boomplan8 - yeah, I think I heard about that in a DVD director's comment (Tarantino if memory serves). Need to do some research. Definitely an iconic movie location.
YES MY FAVORITE FILM OF ALL TIME
THANK YOU JACK !
Thank you for watching!
Good video! I love seeing analysis of how cinematic techniques are used effectively
I'm glad you enjoyed!
This is honestly one of my favorite movies of all time. So underrated. I loved your analysis!
Jake did a solid job on this one too. He's a very good actor, never a dull moment with him. He nailed it on this one.
This is a brilliant review/analysis. Nightcrawler's a masterpiece!
This is such a good video. I really like how you explain filming concepts and it gets quite elaborate. I really love that movie, keep up the good work!!
Loved this film, went in blank and came out stunned. Thanks for all this great content & analysis, always shows a deeper layer I might have missed :)
One of my favorite movies! Thanks for that good analysis
Just got finished ordering this movie as you uploaded this, really psyched to finally see it :)
I hope you enjoy!
And I very much did, one of the best filmed and written movies I've seen in a while
This movie is so damn good!!!
Definitely!
Very nice video about the cinematograph on Nightcrawler. I would have really liked a video focused only on Lou's character
Like stonie Cad, I too found your channel only recently. I'm glad I subbed. This commentary on Nightcrawler's cinematography was not only fascinating, but inspirational. As a long time VFX artist who is now getting into making my own films, I am always looking for new insight into how to visually tell the stories I want to tell. This video was extremely helpful in that regard. Thank you. I can't wait until this coming Saturday. :D
Wow great analysis man! This channel is such a gem
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed!
this is a great review - I love the specificity of breaking down certain scenes!
Excellent points and thoughts, and I feel like I say this every time I comment but, as always, great work.
Thank you! I'm glad you've been enjoying
This movie is a masterpiece and one of my favorite movies Jake played this character to absolute perfection.
The movie shares a lot of similarities between:
1.Taxi Driver
2. Drive
3. Le Samurai.
If you haven't already, please make a video on these. Keep up the good work.
The opening of Nightcrawler is pretty striking, but it fits for the themes of the movie.
Liber Primus - all excellent movies you named, but the similarities only go so far. Travis Bickle searches for purpose and goes on a rescue crusade, the other two are clearly neo-noir. Lou Bloom is driven and wants to have successful career at all costs, including the lives of others. He is never in an existential crisis and is never lured into something. It's all his plan and he never deviates from it - there is no change in character. The "dark" (night time) tone is probably one of the very few things the films you mentioned and Nightcrawler (it is not a neo noir by any definition - which usually has a broken, washed up, desperate, confused or weak protagonist) have in common. But that's just my take on it.
Here is Jack's video on Drive: ruclips.net/video/uhcjNLgRias/видео.html
Interesting, thanks for the reply. I'll look into the video. The atmosphere and tone are pretty similar within each movie, which is why I included them. When Travis stares into the coffee cup, and when Iris mentions to Travis: Haven't you looked at your own eyes in the mirror, it triggered an out looked examination, but your viewpoint is still sound as he never really went full True Detective pessimist. Cheers.
Liber Primus - Well thanks for your reply. The themes of darkness (literal and as a metaphor), danger, crime and characters that don't fit into society are all very much present in Nightcrawler. I also should add that nothing I ever say is meant to be condescending. We all are learning (even the greatest) during our entire lives. To this day the debate goes on about what film noir (and later neo noir) actually is. I mention that because darkness and danger are parts of it (usually). True Detective (season 1) definitely is one of the greatest works (cinema or TV) ever made. It is not so much noir (since this "gernre" is almost always in an urban setting), than a neo western (the law of the land). BUT it has strong noir influences.
Again: apologies if I come off as lecturing. That is never my intention. Always great seeing people truly interested in the movies and what they have to say.
If you missed it, here is Jack's video on True Detective, season 1:
ruclips.net/video/ZEHCzjk0Hrk/видео.html
You weren't being condescending, but thank you for the links.
Liber Primus -thank you. Just sharing my passion for the movies.
Superb analysis!
Thank you!
your voice is amazing !
Thanks Muhammad!
Finally the review has come from J-Man ! And like always, great job !!! :D
Happy New Year from Delhi, Jack !
Thanks Samya! Right back to you and Delhi!
Very nice Jack, Very nice!
Love Nightcrawler right up there with Taxi Driver for me
Great video dude! Love this movie to death and it is criminally underrated
I subscribed today and then you make a video of my favorite movie, great video
Perfect timing!
more more and more of this !!!
Your review is spot on !
The movie reminds me of drive (2011) robbing scene and ost kavinkys' nightcall. Really huge potentials over there to be inspired. Bravoo
I am inspired by this video, thank you and good work.
Lou Bloom played by Jake Gyllenhaal was beyond amazing!
I know my movie characters quite well. Lou Bloom went from being a petty theif to becoming a stringer founding a news gathering service which he starts off as a freelance to a professional which he gradually progresses into a successful established company, Video Production News, along with new internet who'll pursue their career goals as full-time employees for VPN along with new customized vans for VPN while continuing to expand his business.
Again, he went from being a petty theif to becoming a stringer founding a news gathering service which, long story short, he makes into a bigger company. It's like he found his calling in life which actually leads him away from petty theivery.
That's Lou Bloom for you there.
I LOVE this film, so underrated.
Great video sir. I only found your channel recently but its become one of my favorites
Thank you! I'm glad you've been enjoying!
finally!!! keep it up man
Will do!
As always I'll watch the movie again with a refreshed and informed perspective..
I hope you enjoy!
Subscribed already...!!
You are amazing...
Woww.. Just love these kind of analysis. Truly amazing.
Thanks a lot.
Thank you! Welcome to the team!
Great video! The avatar gives it away, but Lou is one of the best characters of modern cinema in my opinion
Thank you!
Good analysis!
One of my fav films
This was the best role ever from Gellenhaal, and a fabulous movie. It was hypnotic experiense for me.
You should cover Snowpiercer if you haven't already. I'd love to see your take on it.
Thank you
Love your analysis.. Keep up. cheers...
Thanks Vicky!
In a little while an amazing video would be an analysis of "three billboards", it is a heart wrenchingly good film
Jake Gyellenhall is an underrated actor. I wish Bill Paxton was in it longer. Jake's character is disturbing but you want to see what he does. Great review Jack.
Amazing review:)
Thanks Arda!
First time I see one of your videos and I’m
Hooked!!! I think I can learn so much here and I need it! Haha. Let’s gooo 100k subs!! Thank you for this awesome content
What's the term again for out of focus lights in the background?
good job dude
Please do this for Jake Gyllenhaal's forgotten masterpiece Enemy, thats going to be more interesting
Maybe in the future-I just talked about Blade Runner 2049 and usually like to keep some time in between talking about the same filmmakers work!
I'll be waiting for that, just don't forget :)
Nice one!
Keep rocking..bruh
Thank you!
Fascinating movie.
Your videos are masterpieces
Are you going to do a top of the best movies of 2017?
I just watched this movie yesterday... Sometimes i feel like you're watching me
I love this movie so frickin much
This movie really does read to me like an updated iteration of Taxi Driver
Jake definitely gave a top performance in this movie worthy of an award.
The soundtrack, though
It's so good!
@@JacksMovieReviews it’s by James Newton Howard if you liked this soundtrack you probably would like flatliners too
The essay is really good, but I want you to ask a question when a person watching this film in the theater for the first time can he think these things in that much of detail. which person is a long shot which person is in mid-shot and why it is used for a different person. If he still thinks these things aren't that distract him from the film.
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Thank you! Welcome to the team!
Love this movie.
Love his looks ... great actor😊😍
Great video! You should do one where you analyze Good Time (2017) by Josh and Benny Safdie!
good video !!
Awesome information mate. I subscribed your account.
Parallels between this film and Wolf of Wall Street.
i remember one time i was asked what was the most disturbing film ive ever watched. and immediately at the top of my head, i said nightcrawler. they didn't even kno this film, they expected a saw movie or some other slasher :--/
How about Argo sometimes in the future ?
I'm obsessed with this movie
I like this kind of movies
Guys can you suggest another movie like that plz
ik this is late- but whiplash has similar vibes- not the exact same but yeah
great vid
Thanks Tom!
Truly one of the greatest antiheroes in film.
Anti-heroes are my Go-To when it comes to characters who capture my interest most, yet Lou Bloom is an interesting individual. At times we're rooting for him, at times we're appalled by his actions, and no matter what our feelings towards the man may be, one cannot deny he has the tenacity, passion, and aim to be the absolute best at what he does. :D
Zodiac, Prisoners, Brokeback Mountain, Donnie Darko, and Nightcrawler. One of the best.
Can you please do Atonement or Doubt?
This is one of my favorite movies of the millennium, right up there with Ex Machina.
Completely agree
1:47 bokeh is an effect. or if you wear glasses its how all lights work without glasses on.
Maybe you could do a video where you explore why audiences enjoy movies where characters succumb to darkness
Definitely a possibility, I'm not a psychologist but that could be an interesting video.
i'll be waiting
no pressure of course
Hey, great analysis and I agree with almost all of the interpretations. I however not understand the point being made from 2:53 onwards. The one that begins with "Nina is in a medium shot". Maybe you could reiterate?
Thx for your efforts.
This may have been me diving in deeper and over interpreting and it may be worth rewatching the scene.
Basically when it starts, Nina is in medium, Lou is in wide-and think about where they are-Nina is wanting to trust Lou, Lou is wanting to manipulate her.
Thanks for your reply. I just feel it's a bit thin. I believe the shot is part of the argument that you bring a short moment later, that Lou is stepping to Nina. That effect is amplified by showing how far away he is in a long shot beforehand. So basically the distance that he traverses from the first long shot to the last close-up close to her face is him convincing her.
LUNTE1337 - the entire sequence is about the power play. Lou talks and walks towards her, basically cornering her, but she is interested. When they walk through the studio together, its a long (ish) shot since the entire bodies are in frame. Then we see Nina (we see the event from her side) in a medium shot (waiste down cut off), so she is already "closer" and a little more open to what he has to say and offer, but she still has (often) her arms crossed (= not so fast!). When Lou comes from a long shot (full body, in full focus - she is on "higher ground" because Lou starts off with his eyes below the eye line - not yet in full power) and Nina is close in an over the shoulder position (out of focus, still dwarfing him), the camera amplifies his approaching after that by dollying-in at the same time. When they are both closest together, it's the usual over the shoulder shot and matching reverse shot. Note that the camera is now always slightly below the eye line: both are now in a power position, but for different reasons. Check the entire scene in sequence. Blocking, lens choices, framing, camera movement and lighting are all "telling the story". Hope this helps.
truefilm Thanks. Great explanation and I agree with all these points.
LUNTE1337 - thank you! Of course it is even more detailed and subtle than that (directions of movement, set design....), but I'm sure you know that.
Biggest Oscar snub in recent memory. Gyllenhaal was phenomenal!!
Travis Spazz - Well I guess it has a lot to do with the dark, twisted subject matter, which is old news by now. At least Jake Gyllenhaal was nominated for all important awards, except for the Oscar. I must agree here with Jack: Michael Keaton in Birdman was a notch better, because it never felt like he was "acting". But anyway: Gyllenhaal was indeed incredible, never crossing the line into overacting (IMHO) - and I cannot imagine anyone having done a better job. STILL (that's just my humble opinion) I would love to see what, say, Michael Fassbender or Joaquin Phoenix would have done with the material. Another (obvious) choice would have been Christian Bale.
0:55 *Louis
Can you do a review on changing lanes with Ben Affleck and Samuel Jackson
Do the dark Knight pls
I'm planning to cover the entire trilogy sooner than later!
Do requiem for a dream
I hated Lou as a character but I couldn't help but be impressed by Jake's performance.
Do you mean you hated him as a person (found his actions reprehensible) or you didn't find his characters arc to be substantial.
I didn't like him as a person. But, I know that these kinds of people come and go in society and he'll die alone with no one at his funeral.
Megumi - same here: people like Lou are despicable, but they exist and Jake Gyllenhaal nailed it. I have a feeling that Lou doesn't care if he dies alone. He doesn't care about other people, living in his bubble. He uses people only as tools.
Many wonderful, honest human beings who contributed a lot to make the world a better place also die alone. Life is far from being fair. Please don't get me wrong: I fully agree with you.
Megumi Jake's performance was great but disturbing. You don't like the character but you might be intrigued on what he does next.
The Count of Monte Cristo - you pretty much nailed it! Absolutely!
Ok I'm just going to ask up front.
How do you do manage to analyze all these films in your videos in such a profound way?
I mean, did you study in a film school, did you just learn in your free time or is it a gift of you being able to notice all these details that very few people have?
I think the best way to describe it would be practice. I'm not too happy with a lot of my earliest videos.
I also spend a lot of time looking for details and in this case, this video was co-written with someone which helps make the research process much easier.
Jack's Movie Reviews Well either way your channel has become one of my favorites to follow so God bless!
What interview of Dan Gilroy were those clips from?
Do Unbreakable!!!
Synecdoche, New York please!
I love Kaufman's work-that would definitely be one of my more ambitious projects!
Yo, Jack, your voice sounded different in this?
New microphone, I hope it sounds much better!
This film is absurdly original
Such a good movie fuck
Lou is getting his Shot while you're getting your shot Getting Shot...