It's A Wonderful Life (1946) *First Time Watching Reaction!! | Tears and Cheers |
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- It's A Wonderful Life (1946) *First Time Watching Reaction!! | Tears and Cheers |
Watch us react to watching the Christmas classic "It's A Wonderful Life" for the very first time! It's A Wonderful Life is considered one of if not the best Christmas movie ever made. I'ts A Wonderful Life stars James Stewart as George Bailey. Watch us watch and react to It's A Wonderful Life. We also give our thoughts and rate It's A Wonderful Life at the end. For more reactions subscribe today! Merry Christmas and God Bless everybody!
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Merry Christmas and God Bless to you two as well!
A little trivia, the Sesame Street Muppets Bert & Ernie were named after the Policeman (Bert) and the Cab Driver (Ernie) from this movie.
@@shawnpatrick1877agreed donna reed from the Donna reed show is in this movie Donna reed show was a 50s siticom 😊
Huge Donna reed show fan donna Reed show was a 50s sitcom donna reed starred in it❤
Merry Christmas ladies!! 🎅 🎄
An entire town of people joyfully and happily lining up to donate money to someone who has always been there for all of them - what could be more beautiful than that? I love this movie...
And unfortunately it's a fantasy.
Thanks Mr Potter. @@CYB3R2K
It always gets me when he says "They didn't even ask any questions, just George in trouble..."
@CYB3R2K not necessarily. The fact that people love this movie so much shows that humans have the capacity for that kind of generosity. Even nowadays.
@@CYB3R2K spoken like a "warped frustrated old man"
"To my big brother George. The richest man in town." Gets me every time. RIP Mr. Stewart. In life you were George Baily.
Literal truth.
George wasn't 'smooth' with Mary at her home because, to that point it, was the worst day of his life. He was traumatized to find out his dreams and plans had been dashed by Harry's marriage and job.
It's often overlooked, but George had two angels in his life - Clarence & Mary. Don't forget it was Mary who offered to use their Honeymoon money to save the Building & Loan, and she was the one who went around town gathering help and money to save George at the end.
And all the prayers heard at the start of the movie, that got Heaven's attention and Clarence sent down to help George, they were from all the people in the Town that Mary had been around to, telling them that George needed help.
Add in her fixing up their home, looking after their children and her work during the War, and she was quite the woman.
Also, I don't think her name being "Mary" was any coincidence.
Well, she was the one who made a wish to be with George and broke the window. Immediately after his dad is dead and from then on he is trapped indefinitely in Bedford Falls So ….
It works out for him and many other. But still.
That said I absolutely love this movie and watch it every year and have for a long time.
Mary was positively influenced by George as well. She urged him not to stop when the bank run happened. After she witnessed his impassioned speech in the Building and Loan office, she knows that using the honeymoon money is the right thing to do.
Very insightful, thank!
In case no one mentioned it, $20,000 in 1929 would be worth more than $347,000 in today's economy.
It wasn't 1929. It was probably 1934 or 5.
@SueProv I wasn't sure of the however, it was early in the depression. I used the following info:
Bank runs on banks began immediately after the 1929 stock market crash. In 1930, a wave of bank failures in November marked the beginning of
the Great Depression
era's first banking crisis. ".
However, your guess is as good as mine.
@SueProv in 1934 $20,000 would be worth $449,600+ and in 1935 it would be worth $442,900+ in today's money. There was deflation during the crash, which actually made money earned during the depression more valuable today.
Also consider that he was only making about $45 per week (gross), which would have been about $2,340 per year. So, a $20,000 salary would’ve been almost 9 times his income at the Building & Loan
@@spyswatter he would have been in the top 5% in the economy in terms of salary.
Jimmy Stewart was a bomber pilot during WWII and flew 24 missions. This was the first movie he did after the war and in the scene with him breaking down, he was really like that due to PTSD. He was in the reserves till 1968 when he retired from the Air Force reserves at a Brigadier General. He flew one last mission over Vietnam.
If you watch closely, you'll notice that Stewart's closeups appear grainier than the rest of the scene. That's because they weren't originally shot as closeups. Capra was so impressed with Stewart's portrayal that he had those frames of the film "blown up" to focus on his face.
Thanks for the info on the closeups. I always wondered why in his closeups, Jimmy Stewart looked like Humphrey Bogart to me. I suppose Frank Capra blew it up so much it slightly distorted his face & made him resemble Bogie. 🤷♀️
This was a good reaction vid. I subscribed & urge everyone viewing to do the same.
Merry Christmas Everyone!! Or Happy Holidays to those of you celebrating something other than Christmas
Even though America had no business in that war. We had no reason to fight Germany.
If you are talking about Vietnam. I agree.
But we definitely need to fight Germany in ww2.
You mean despite the genocide? We didn't realize the extent, but we knew it was going on. WWII is probably the only time we used our military for a clearly good cause in the 20th century.
Knowing that Jimmy Stewart was a WW2 Vet and this role helped him cope with his PTSD makes this film all the more special
Sad but Jimmy never had to go over there.
@@LukeLovesRose Jimmy flew 20 combat missions in B-24s based in the UK.
Your ignorance is absolutely embarrassing. Jimmy Stuart did, indeed, fly numerous bomber missions - check out the fatality rate of the Eighth Air Force (Army Air Corps) during WWII - it was devastating. He later became a Brigadier General in the U.S. Air Force (the successor to the Army Air Corps). You silly "arm chair soldiers" who know nothing of sacrifice of our veterans, hiding behind a keyboard, acting as if you have a clue.... Enough already!
@LukeLovesRose: Your ignorance is absolutely embarrassing. Jimmy Stuart did, indeed, fly numerous bomber missions - check out the fatality rate of the Eighth Air Force (Army Air Corps) during WWII - it was devastating. He later became a Brigadier General in the U.S. Air Force (the successor to the Army Air Corps). You silly "arm chair soldiers" who know nothing of sacrifice of our veterans, hiding behind a keyboard, acting as if you have a clue.... Enough already
@@abileneferguson LMAO. Watch Europa: The Last Battle. We had no reason to be in that war
There was a Bank Panic during Depression years 1930 to 1933. The "run" on the Building and Loan takes place probably in 1932, since Harry has graduated from college, after his high school graduation in 1928. Potter saved his bank from failure by calling in all his loans, causing the run on the B&L. Potter was able to secure his position enough so he was able to offer to buy outstanding shares of the B&L at half price, which would have put the B&L under his control. Mary's quick thinking to use their honeymoon money saved the B&L from Potter.
My mom explained to me that bank runs is why the government passed FDIC.
@@coolaunt516 Thank you again Mr. Roosevelt.
Human-beings' susceptibility to irrational behavior due the ofttimes emotion based nature of their decision-making _'is why the government passed FDIC'_ @@coolaunt516
Jimmy the raven played the crow in the Wizard of Oz and was featured in all the Capra films of this period. He could type, open letters and ride a motorcycle (in his size). Stewart called him “the smartest actor on set”. Consequently, Capra’s films have more pet crows and ravens in them that you usually see in real life.
Great job ladies! You are the best!❤
Not just the best Christmas movie, one of my all time favorites period. I've probably watched it more than any other film ever -- it used to come on round the clock on TV when I was a kid. I always enjoyed it, and it was a favorite to watch with my family, but once I became an adult it really hit in different way. Just a magical movie. I cry every time. Nobody did it better than Frank Capra.
I second all those emotions.
Absolutely Greatest Movie 🎬 I know I'm over 100 times watching 🧙🏿♂️
Don’t feel embarrassed at crying at this movie. I’m 67 and a guy and have seen a lot and it still makes me cry. This is what Hollywood used to make. This isn’t just a Christmas classic, it’s an all time classic. The layers of this movie are many and they run deep. This is Americana. This is who Americans are or at least can be. I’m glad you both enjoyed this so much! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!!
"We need more stories like that." Amen! What a wonderful reaction, and thank you both for your vulnerability. (The tears flow for me every time I watch.)
Thanks for watching!!
@@ForceOfLightEntertainment you ladies should react to British film the krays (1990) it's a true story
“That actor….”?!?! lol Only one of the greatest Hollywood legends of all time, Jimmy Stewart 😉
“Please God let me live again” always gets me even watching your wonderful reaction, thanks again
Thanks for watching!
I watch this movie every year and it never fails to make me cry. George is so selfless throughout his life, He always puts others before him. Seeing how an entire town rallied to help him out when he didn't think he could count on anyone is so touching.
That was so sweet, ladies. As a man , I also teared up the 1st time I saw the movie 10 years ago and I was a raging drunkie. Really helped me appreciate life more and cherish.
Thanks for sharing!! 💚
Over these many years,, This movie has been credited to have actually saved several lives.
I’m sure! And if not that make people reflect on what really matters in life and how all our lives have meaning. 🙏🏻
@ForceOfLightEntertainment Very true,, Fortunately,, Raising myself since I was 9 years old,, I learned those very important lessons very early in life,, As well as many,, many others.
It's one of the very few movies that makes me cry every single time. I may be far from the wealthiest person I know but sure feel like I'm the richest person in town.
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I’ve always said I don’t want to be friends with anyone who doesn’t cry at least a little bit at the end of this movie.
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No shame in crying. It shows you have a good heart and that's a beautiful thing.
It’s a strange coincidence, but every time I watch this movie something seems to get in my eyes toward the end.
Another great message from this film is to not be afraid to ask for help when you need it. People will often surprise you when given a chance to be kind. Happy holidays!
"No man or woman is a failure who has friends."
It's a Wonderful Life is my all time favorite Christmas film. It's the best feel-good movie that everyone needs to watch because it shows how everyone is important. No one is bigger than anyone else. We all matter because we as individuals can make a difference, no matter the situation that comes towards us.
Also, Fun Fact: James Stewart was nervous about the phone kiss scene because it was his first onscreen kiss since his return to Hollywood after the war. Under director Frank Capra's watchful eye, James Stewart filmed the scene in only one unrehearsed take and it worked so well that part of the embrace was cut because it was too passionate to pass the censors.
man as in mankind not gender. 2023 eyes fail again. Just watched a Willy Wonka reaction who thought the candyman was grooming children because he gave them a free sweet.
Just like Neil Armstrong said. Man, is short for "mankind". Which unlike BLM, includes everyone, men and women.
take it easy with DEI/ "woke" madness ..we all get it
This is without a doubt the best Xmas movie made. I know generations younger than mine may disagree but the story is timeless. I'm 66 years old and have seem this every year without fail. First with my mom and dad and later with my children. To this day, I still cry at the end because after all, "George Bailey is and always has been the richest man in town".. in so many ways..
I’m a nearly 50 year old man and this film still makes me cry!
4:51 I don't know if you all missed it, but Mr. Gower just got notice that his son died. That's why he was so drunk and mean. George knew it and was unusually understanding of Mr. Gower's abusive behavior in the moment.
Yes, in the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, which actually hit young healthy people more than the usual victims. And people could get it and within hours in some cases, drop dead.
This was during the first world war. While it ravaged all countries, all the enemy combatants hushed the effects within their own borders to keep up moral. Spain at the time was neutral and so the uncensored news from there made it look like it was affecting Spain disproportionally - it wasn't - so hence the label.
The kid playing young George KILLED it in that scene
@@leogothisoscar271: Was hit so hard by the actor playing Gower, I read recently, that his ear bled for real.
@@leogothisoscar271 He killed it in every scene
I love how the director used the snow to indicate when he no longer existed by stopping the snow and at the end when he prays to come back the snow starts again.
I avoided this movie until I was 19 for whatever reason but when I finally got around to it, I was blown away by the really heavy scenes. I wasn't expecting that from a Christmas classic. Cried three times watching it including the end when they turned into tears of joy. Now not only has it become maybe my favorite movie, but it still makes me cry every time and in fact, the themes of sacrificing your dreams and feeling like you've gone nowhere in life (not to mention the socioeconomic stuff) just resonates more with every passing year. The only movie I'd say has had a direct impact on my outlook and one I think everyone should watch.
Agreed! We need more of this in todays culture!
I’ve watched this movie almost every Christmas for around 30 years & it makes me cry every time! Happy tears of love 💕 you never know the difference you might have made to someone, we all matter.
I have tremendous respect for Jimmy Stewart. He was a big star before WWII but still joined up to fight in combat, becoming a bomber pilot.
There is of course a great many stars who fought in WWII but they became famous AFTER the war. He could have just gone around on fund-raising programs or made training films like Ronald Regan, or stayed out of the service completely like John Wayne did.
He is a truly brave American.
Another star who joined up in active service was Henry Fonda.
This was one of the funniest reactions I’ve ever seen. Watching you two trying to summarize the movie while crying. Welcome to the crying club
I love that y'all loved this movie. I watch this movie every Thanksgiving. It was always a tradition grewing to introduce the Christmas session. Which Christmas is my most favorite time of the year. Besides all the gift giving, music, decorations, and just general merriment. Celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. God bless you ladies. And five hoots to you two.🦉🦉🦉🦉🦉
Amen!
"That was a great movie!", while Michelle and Natalie are crying. 😭 Okay best react I have seen from you two period. Love this film and as you said, a great movie, well written and with brilliant performances which is why it stands the test of time as a Christmas classic. Nice that you joined the It's a Wonderful Life and be crying by the end of it fan club. Always happy to welcome new members! I always manage to make time to watch it in the countdown to Christmas. Along with whatever versions of A Christmas Carol I can find.
Thank you!! Agreed!
Timeless Christmas movie! We need more films with a positive message like this. Glad you all enjoyed it!
Thank you!!
This is what I love most about older movies. No cell phones or internet, then. Different way to view the world.
"To my big brother George. The richest man in town."
That line gets me every time.
This is not a typical Christmas Hallmark movie. It’s a complex story, with amazing actors and wonderful direction. It’s a movie that effects you so deeply. The ending is perfect.
Totally agree!
While I enjoy Christmas comedies and modern movies, this is hands-down the best Christmas movie overall. Just an amazing classic.
Dont Worry Sis, after 40 years i always tear up at the same moment... him smiling at his bloody mouth gets me everytime 😢✌🏿🙏🏾
It’s A Wonderful Life is a time classic that can’t be beat. It’s the perfect movie for Christmas 🎄 every year 😊
I’ve seen it at least 40 times (I’m old) and it still makes me cry. It is a needed reminder. To see George go from being ambitious and adventurous when he was young to getting bogged down and discouraged and burnt out and feeling hopeless is so relatable to so many. And then something happens to change your perspective and open your eyes to the beauty of friends and family who love and appreciate you. That’s where the happy tears come from!
Amen!
Merry Christmas ladies. I’m very happy that you discovered this movie. I first saw it as a young teen and instantly fell in love with it. It’s so powerful and captivating with a great message.
Merry Christmas!!
It was also a statement on how we all have big dreams when we are young, but sometimes we sacrifice them for others.
Every Christmas season we're reminded, "It's A Wonderful Life," the richest movie in town.
The film's history parallel's George Bailey's life. When produced in 1946, the cast and crew enjoyed and spoke highly of the film and story. Unfortunately, it missed out on most awards nor a box office success. Over the years, many stars enjoyed continued successes while the movie became a distant memory.
As cable television became common and popular in the 70s, the film's copyright was allowed to lapse placing it in the public domain. Like an angel second class came down to reveal what Christmas season would be like without this film. The film would play continually on the fledgling cable networks each Christmas season. Soon people would gather together and make "It's A Wonderful Life" a staple of the Christmas season. As the years passed, more and more people fell in love with the film.
🔔🔔As we celebrate watching the film each Christmas we can say, "It's A Wonderful Life," the richest movie in town.🔔🔔
Potter's salary offer of $20,000 in the mid 30s would be about $450,000 today.
My favorite movie of all time! The influenza at the beginning represented the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1919. The run on the bank was exactly what you said, Black Friday Wall Street crash, so you can figure the timeline of the story. World War II was around the time when George met with Potter, so $25,000 a year translates to about $478,000 today, so Potter would make him a rich man, but would kill the Building and Loan and take over the entire town. Jimmy Stewart had returned from the war, where as others have told you, he flew as a pilot. He had great trepidation about acting again, his confidence in turmoil. and Frank Capra selected him, as they had worked together before and had a wonderful relationship. Nobody else could have come close to being George Bailey. There has been only one remake of this film, a television movie with a gender swap ... Marlo Thomas as Mary Bailey. "It Happened One Christmas" It's worth a watch, but lacks the energy and joy of this film. Wisely, nobody else has tried, because this is just perfection. Frank Capra made several other films that are brilliant, but because they're all so filled with positive energy, they nick-named them "Capra-corn." You might consider reacting to them: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (Jimmy Stewart); It Happened Oe Night (Clark Gabel & Claudette Colbert); Mr. Deeds Goes To Town (Gary Cooper) remade by Adam Sandler as Mr. Deeds. There's "Arsenic & Old Lace" with Cary Grant and "Meet John Doe" (Gary Cooper) as well as "You Can't Take It With You" Jimmy Stewart with Lionel Barrymore - Mr. Potter. By the way, Lionel is Drew Barrymore's great uncle, brother to her paternal Grandfather, John Barrymore, who along with their sister Ethyl were the elite royalty of Hollywood. I enjoy watching with you ... and shared a tear or two. I've seen it probably a couple hundred times and still cry.
@@Dave-hb7lx It was partially a result of the Spanish Flu pandemic, very much like inflation currently following the Covid pandemic. The lockdown reduced spending, especially in hospitality, and upon return to normal, there was a certain "expression" of freedom, therefore money was spent like drunken sailors. This caused the inflation. History repeats itself, but the public is too stupid to see it.
Not Black Friday. This would have taken place in 1931 or 1932 since Harry and Mary had just finished four years of college.
As an Italian, it's not Christmastime until I hear Potter snarl about the "garlic-eaters."
My go-to Christmas movie every year. I've even watched it in the summer when I needed that lift. After watching it over 40 times, I still tear up every time. Another good movie by the same director/producer, Frank Capra, and also starring James Stewart and Lionel Barrymore, is "You Can't Take it With You."
Have watched this annually for decades - and cry every single time! I raised my young daughters on this and White Christmas - we'd all watch both as we decorated the tree. They are grown & on their own now and watch this every Christmas day! 😊
This was my mother's favorite movie. She would cry when the bell would ring. She passed away in 2011. I watch the movie and it gets me every time as well.
As a lifelong film guy, this movie is my favorite film of all time. 80 years later and it's still touching hearts. I love seeing people watch it for the first time - nowadays people might say it seems corny or cheesy with the angel and all that - and I just think all right, let's wait and see how you do by the end. ;) If you guys didn't cry I'd be very surprised, so I'm glad to see it got you too. There are many details too to pick up on with subsequent re-watches, it is something I watch every year at this time. Thanks for choosing to watch it and share that with us.
This movie came out in 1946. World War ll ended in the Fall of 1945 and so many people were shattered and hopeless still. Frank Capra, the director, grew up a street kid and it shows in all his films. Jimmy Stewart, who played George, had ptsd from being a veteran himself, and he drew on that to play George, especially in the scene where he hugs his little son and in the bar. For the rest of his life, veterans came up to Stewart and thanked him for this movie.
This is my ALL TIME favorite movie and has been so for 35+ years. Very special sharing it with you 2 lovely first time viewers. Precious
Soon as I saw you two ladies were reacting to this, I figured you’d both cry at the end. I am a 53 year old guy and I have watched this at least 30 times and cry at the end every time.
Great choice ladies! I hope everyone gives you a sub and a thumbs up for this wonderful movie.
Thank you!!
I am 74 and first saw this movie in my early teens and I watch it every year since. Liked your reaction
Seriously, anyone who doesn't have tears by the end of this movie.
Still the happiest ending of all time. I watch it every year and I ALWAYS cry. That’s saying a lot because normally I’m a cold MOFO.
The fun part of rewatching this is noticing tiny details which build character, build relationships, establish the lifestyle of people from the time period before WW2. In the Bailey household, there is a framed piece on the wall of a group of butterflies and later in
George’s house, we see it again. So either it was a hobby of George’s father, or George himself and shows an interest in science, the natural world and art. When Mr. Gower’s son died, it was from the Spanish Flu pandemic after WW1, which caused more deaths than the war itself. The swimming pool underneath the gym floor was a new, state-of-the-art design tried out in high schools being built during in the building boom of the 1920’s before the Crash and Great Depression. The intense scene between Mary and George on the telephone shows the inner conflict of George who wanted to travel, have adventures and accomplish great successes but was torn between his personal desires and his dedication towards family, friends, his hometown, duty, and making a moral choice. It was a similar inner conflict to what so many people had when WW2 broke out and they enlisted but still knew there was a big chance they would die, be captured or become wounded.
Great Reaction..... This is a Christmas Staple (Must Watch)......
This was the First Movie Jommy Stewart did after serving in WW2, Acting in this Movie helped Jimmy Combat his PTSD from the War....
Great Movie that shows the "Butterfly Effect" of how the smallest things can have ripple effects that have large effects....
Thank you!!
Love this movie and your reactions. Having broken the black and white barrier, you might want to watch Casablanca, another well written film from the 40s (which shows up at the top of many best movies lists)
Yes! Thank you!
Have you ever heard the old saying, “I laughed, I cried, it became a part of me”? Now you understand that emotion.
I just cried with both of you watching that. Love this movie. Merry Christmas, ladies!
Merry Christmas!!
I never saw this movie until I was an adult. I loved it . I love your first time watch reaction too. I cry as soon as George’s wife comes home during the final act . I l normally only cry at sports movies
Thank you! It’s a joyful tear jerker!
Always makes me cry too. It has for over 30 years. Loved your comments!
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Every reaction video I've watched has people crying at the end. No exception.
I’ve seen that movie many times and I still get emotional at the end ❤
Thank you for your reaction, a truly great movie with a positive and uplifting message. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!!
The crow appears in the movie during George Bailey's darkest moments, such as when he contemplates suicide. The crow represents the challenges and hardships that George is facing, and serves as a visual representation of the difficulties he must overcome.
You guys are adorable! LOL! This has always been one of my favourites each year to watch. Have a blessed Christmas 🎄
Thank you! You too!
I HAVE NEVER cried while watching this movie...... *WATCHING YOU GIRLS CRY MADE ME START TEARING UP!!!!*
The ultimate tear jerk movie of all time! We can't return to the past...but brothers and sisters I sure wish we could!
I've heard that this movie was written to help soldiers and sailors who had returned from WWII, and felt that their moment to be heroes had passed them by. Most who served and returned, were not on the front lines and their stories were of boredom and monotony, uncelebrated. The message was that they could still be heroic, by living a good life and doing what was right. The movie "Mister Roberts" with Henry Fonda and Jack Lemon comes closest to the plight of those whose jobs were vital, but not in the awareness of the public. When they returned, they felt that the chance to shine was past...
My All-Time Favorite Movie 🏆
The $20,000 offer was made in 1934, the year after they were married and five years after Harry and Mary returned from college, but on the same day Mary announced she was pregnant for the first time. $20K in 1934 is equal to $458,285 in 2023.
I grew up watching this movie every Christmas and I still continue to watch it every year
Great movie!
This film gets me every time. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone.
Merry Christmas!!
This is me and my wife's "wrapping the presents" movie lol. But it's also a fantastic story about doing the right thing for others without expecting something in return. That final scene where everyone comes in to save George is a tearfest.
It’s always great to see people experience this classic movie for the first time. Yes, I rewatch it every year and usually tear up. I voted in the first American Film Institute poll of the greatest American movies (back in the late 70s IIRC), and I picked this as #2, after “The Best Years of Our Lives.” I still stand by those judgments.
This film was "rediscovered” in the 1970s. It had been out of circulation for more than 20 years due to a copyright dispute.
Director Frank Capra started his career as a gag writer for Hal Roach, which is why his movies often feature a unique blend of comedy and drama. Capra and Jimmy Stewart (George) both regarded this as their best movie, and both talked about it in appearances on the Johnny Carson Show.
Stewart was a decorated war hero who had led a squadron in bombing runs over Germany. He was reluctant to do this film because he was suffering from PTSD and thought he could never act again. But his friend, Lionel Barrymore (Mr. Potter), encouraged him to do it, and he was captivated by the story. Barrymore, BTW, was the great uncle of Drew Barrymore.
Glad you liked this classic movie. A few interesting facts:
1. Frank Capra, the director, formed Liberty Films as his new production company. This movie would be the only film released from Liberty Films.
2. This movie was actually a box office flop during its release. So much so that many years later the film company that owned the rights to it failed to renew the copyright which allowed the film to fall into the public domain. TV stations around the country started showing it because they didn't have to license it, and over a period of years it found a national audience. Eventually it was copyrighted again but by that time it had become an annual tradition.
3. The gym with a pool underneath where the dance scene takes place was filmed in an actual high school in California with the movable floor. The gym/pool is still in use today.
4. Mary's date that gets revenge by opening the pool was played by Carl Switzer who was the original Alfalfa from the Little Rascals shows in the 1930s.
5. The location of where the set for Bedford Falls was is an actual neighborhood in California today. The Martini's house is a real home that can be seen today.
19:50 the squirrels like "It's okay, you'll get the money back, it will all work out somehow."
One of the two guys that were being pains at the dance by opening the floor so that George & Mary would fall in the swimming pool, was Carl " Alfalfa' Switzer. He played Alfalfa' in The Little Rascals.
Every Christmas I watch this film, and Every. Single. Time = Waterworks. It's an incredibly well crafted film in all departments.
Holy tear jerker. Classic message really touches your heart ❤
A great reaction ladies! Its a stone cold classic this film and your emotion shows how even after all these years the film still has great power. Keep up the good work, all the best for 2024!
Thank you!!
Bert the Cop and Ernie the cab driver were the inspiration for Bert and Ernie on Sesame Street. True Story.
I think one of the elements of this film that people don't notice consciously is that it begins with the "Liberty Films" bell ringing quite fast and loud, and then at the very end it is again ringing quite fast and loud. We may be lead to think that it has been ringing the whole time, and all these angels have been getting their wings during the course of the movie. No one is thinking about that bell when we first learn the metaphysical rule of this universe that "every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings" but we are when we see it again.
Dang!
Fun fact: Jimmy Stewart was a B-17 pilot during WW2.
It's a tradition in our home to have appetizers and watch this film on Christmas Eve. One of my favorite movies of all time.
Such a beautiful movie! One of my absolute favourites. Surprisingly it wasn't a huge success when it came out in 1946 but today it is a true classic!
Agreed!
Muah! Muah! Kisses and hugs for both of you! Merry Christmas, ladies! Great movie, right? I will never get tired of that film. It's taken up permanent residence in my heart, for a good 30 years +, by now! I'm so glad you were touched by it.
4:41 so many reactors have that response, which is a little disappointing. I feel like it used to be more common knowledge that it's possible for someone like Mr. Gower to test a substance like that and be able to identify what it was, or wasn't, based on a small taste. We're not talking about him downing a spoonful of rat poison, probably just a couple of grains from the capsule touching the tip of his tongue; which is enough to register certain qualities of a substance,while that the minute amount is _typically_ not enough to actually harm them - *_but_* it would still be best for that to only be done by someone who knew what they were doing, how much was too much and how to interpret what they were tasting correctly. However, this was not an uncommon practice, and I wouldn't be surprised if there's still a fair amount of people in the world who still do that or could. _I_ wouldn't be able to do it, but someone in Mr. Gower's field, at that time at least, absolutely would.
Not sure why it’s disappointing when 2 people don’t know about poison. Merry Christmas!
@@ForceOfLightEntertainment it's not just two people, it's been a fairly common response to that scene for most reactors.
'wheres are kids' is my favorite pickup line
I won't badmouth James Stewart for playing a 19-year-old when he was 38, as I played George Bailey on stage when I was 42.
The ending is even a little sadder when realizing that just about everyone in this 76 year old movie is gone.
A film that is 78 years old and yet still has the resonance and power to elicit this kind of reaction is a rare film indeed.
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Great movie, great reaction. Ironic because Jimmy Stewart was an actor who became a real hero in WWII as a bomber pilot on truly dangerous missions over Nazi Germany and a squadron leader. It wasn't Harry Bailey. This was Jimmy's first movie back from the war and it was a bit of a flop at the box office but then became a huge Christmas classic in the television era. Don't worry, it brings all of us to tears at the end. I think the first part is set in the 30s and the last at the end of WWII. Just a wonderful movie about a wonderful life. Another wonderful movie made near the same time is Best Years of our Lives about three vets returning from war and the challenges they face. Like this a beautiful bittersweet film. You ladies are just swell to quote George!
Thank you, girls! I laughed and cried with you both! I've watched this movie every year since I was 18 years old. Thanks again for the wonderful vicarious experience! Bless you both!
Thank you for the kind words!! God bless you too!
Best Christmas movie of all time.
I would argue best movie of all time. 😊
I watch this movie every Christmas Eve. This movie and A Christmas Carol are like the same movie. One man has many possessions and is lost while the other loses all of his possessions and feels lost. The only thing that changes for them in the story is their heart. Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!!
Every time I see the movie or reactions of it I get tears. Every time.