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FIRST BLOOD (1982) FULL LENGTH MOVIE REACTION - WATCH ALONG (Patreon)

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Matthias Fendl

The thumpnail looks like if Denise has the knife in her hand^^

Robert Robillard

Hi 👋 Ari & Denise Hope You Both are Doing well... Looking forward to this Movie 🎬 & Reaction - maybe You will REACT to the Other 4, in this Franchise.. in the Future.. "FIRST BLOOD" was Shot on Location in Fraser Valley, a Regional District in British Columbia., Canada 🇨🇦 • another Suggestion : There is another GOOD, Heartfelt, Movie 🎬 starring Sylvester Stallone .. maybe You could Do in the Future as well: "LOCK UP" 1989, also starring Donald Sutherland. Thankyou VERY Much, You Both are Truly GOOD, Friends 🧡 Everything You Do, for ALL of US, not just the Entertainment BUT, the Pleasant way You Both always "Welcome, US" each Time You Post a NEW Reaction, Keeps US, coming back with GREAT Admiration, to See You again & Anticipation for What's up Next.. All the Best., until your Next., Big HUGs 🫂 Cheers 🍻 & Lots of Love for Friends 🧡 a Plenty...

Mike

I'm legit surprised you haven't seen this

Melissa Creel

"They drew first blood" I love this movie.. Stallone doesn't get enough credit for his acting in this movie. That monologue he has with the Colonel at the end.......Goose bumps every time. So glad you guys have watched this.

Amper Sand

Yupiii! Nice surprise :)

Zensonar

You should watch Part 2 also. It's a bit of a different tone to First Blood but it still has some heart.

Amper Sand

It's interesting the feeling of re-watching it. It was a B-movie, we were watching it on rented VHS tapes, cramped on a campus room, smoking, beers, ashtrays, Rambo, Predator, Terminator, 48Hrs, Commando, Jaws - were all B-movies, you didn't have too much expectations about them in terms of art, but I swear they are well done :)

James Forrest

An absolute treat, and an unexpected pleasure to see you guys do this movie. I'm ever amazed at the people who don't realise Rambo is actually a sequel to a vastly superior film, which First Blood is. The story is based on a book by David Morrell, and it's still a very good book and it really surprised me reading about a decade ago as a huge fan of the film and finding out that in the book Rambo is a really dangerous guy and probably a psychopath. Let's just say that he doesn't stick to scaring those guys in the woods ... and when he gets to town he is still half-convinced he's in the right, until he starts offing civilians and then he realises that he's not the guy he thinks he is. Teasle is different in the book as well; he's much more sympathetic and actually comes to understand Rambo as he too is a veteran, only from Korea. The whole tone of the book is markedly different; Rambo is a much more sympathetic character in the film ... and only in one scene do you see the man from the book and it's at the end in that superb Stallone moment where he breaks down, because that's what's happened to Rambo in the book. He's traumatised from years of front-line combat, he has a terrible temper and actually enjoys being part of violent and dangerous situations, but deep down understands that he's a powderkeg and needs to be stopped. It's a tremendous film for all that, and Stallone is excellent in it, as good as he is in the Rocky movies, and he would only ever be that good again in a few other films; Cliffhanger, where he's brilliant, Assassins, where I think his performance is very decent and Daylight where he's pretty good. Copland, however, is exceptional and he's absolutely brilliant in it, in a role unlike any you'll ever see him in again. His best movie by far, of his whole career, and I say that as a guy who loved First Blood and the whole Rocky franchise. Guys, what an absolute pleasure you see you doing this film. Totally out of left field, and it was just what I needed to get me through a few hours of hard work tonight. So kudos as ever and I hope you're both well. I'm looking forward to seeing what's next.

Robert Durant

This first movie is really a drama with some action because it's basically a character study on Rambo himself. The sequels are the action-heavy movies. People will tell you the sequels are just mindless action movies that ruin the point of this first movie but I disagree, i think the sequels are necessary to show us how badass Rambo can be. Colonel Trautman talks about how much of a killer Rambo was so the sequels give us that. There are four sequels but most fans agree the fifth movie is the most unnecessary. I hope y'all will continue watching the Rambo films, you will love them.

Robert Durant
>>158685225

LMAO, it sure does, and her face while she's "holding" the knife is even funnier.

AniLunchbox

I'm always happy to see people watch this film. I put Slys monologue up there with Robins in Good Will Hunting as some of my favs. This film can be a great starting point for younger people to learn basic themes of the time that they can learn more about with their own research. The concepts of 'weekend warriors', the ego kings of law enforcement ruling their small town roosts, those who didn't serves judgment over those who did, seeing a visual representation of how a normal mundane everyday touch, sound, thought could bring someone to react violently out of pure instinct rather than actual malice. It's a really beautiful film where the 'big man' cop judges another man as dishelvid vagrant hobo baby killer, and rather than letting the man get a decent meal and be on his way, he learns the hard way that a real man can both handle his sh*t and be completely vulnerable in front of other men, accepting help when he knows he needs it.

Soleya

As one of the people who recommended this, I had to sub this month to watch along. I've always loved this movie cause it's so grounded. It's fully believable and not over the top. Though I also enjoy those types of action movies as well. Some fun facts. Stallone did part of the cliff jump stunt where falling through the tree. And on the way down he broke his ribs. So that scream is real pain, and they kept it in. The original ending followed the book, with Trautman shooting Rambo. But in early screenings people hated it. And in an interview Stallone said he didn't really like the idea that someone with PTSD was so broken they had to be "put down". So the ending was changed. Also in another interview, Stallone said after the movie was done, it was so bad, he and his manager wanted to buy the film back and burn it. It was over 3 hours and filled with Rambo saying all kinds of cheesy dialog. But rather than destroying it, it got re-edited. They cut out most of his dialog, and the movie turned into a masterpiece. I still feel to this day the final monologue is one of the best ever in film. As a kid who grew up in the 80s, lots of boys who loved this movie wanted survival knives. I remember having one that had a compass, fishing line, matches, etc inside the handle.

Donny C

Yo let’s go! Been waiting for y’all to see this!

Donny C

Fun fact when Stallone slide and elbowed the cop in the face he really hit him, by accident of course. So when you see him later in the forest with his nose tapped up he really broke it. 😬😳

Funk McPuke

In addition to your comments during your wrap-up, there's another layer of "First Blood" that I've always enjoyed: They show that for Rambo, a guy who's actually seen war and the horrors that go with it, violence is a job and, although he's really good at it, he takes no joy in it and actively tries to avoid it. Contrasted with that are the civilians who haven't had to experience actual war and, as a result of that distance from the reality of it, see violence as fun and something that makes them feel like big men. E.g. You have the cops who enjoy violently bullying a "vagrant" in their custody (especially Galt who took sadistic pleasure in having power over a prisoner and being able to get away with beating him). And you have the National Guard guys who are playing soldier on the weekend, are stoked to get to fire a rocket launcher (like it's a toy), and whoop and holler while posing like they're at Iwo Jima and excitedly talking about being on a magazine cover because they think they just killed a guy. The people in the film who've not seen actual war still think of it like it's a big, fun action movie. They haven't seen what Rambo has seen, haven't experienced what he's experienced, and, as a result, are playing at violence instead of really understanding it and thinking deeply about what it means to hurt and kill a person. I know in the book that Sheriff Teasle is a Korean vet, but that doesn't really come up in the movie, so I feel like it's something that was left out to play up that idea that the only people who are enthusiastic about violence are the ones who haven't had to actually experience it. Anyway, that's just an extra layer that I never picked up on as a kid but, as an adult watching "First Blood," I appreciate. While later action movies got REAL goofy, "First Blood" is a real film with some deep thoughts in it and that's why it's always been a favorite.

Funk McPuke

I have a feeling you two, being film people, already watch the Corridor Crew channel on YT, but I just wanted to comment that your discussion about the pyro in "First Blood" and how good the explosion at the gas station looked reminded me of the Corridor Crew video where they broke down why CG explosions don't look as good, what's missing from them, and how they could be made better. In that video, they show a lot of examples of practical vs. CG explosions and get pretty granular about why CG explosions don't feel right even when they look pretty good. One of the things they discuss in the video is exactly what you mentioned here: The way the explosion happens in stages and tells a story as it blasts through a location. Anyway, if you haven't seen it (which would surprise me, tbh), the video is called "Why CG Explosions Suck (but they don't have to)" and is a pretty interesting watch.

Alice Devilman

Being of a certain age, I grew up with this movie around. I, like all my friends, thought it was a "cool movie" with explosions and badass moments and all that. We were too young to see (or understand) the story, just the plot. Now, as an adult veteran with PTSD disabilities and five deployments under my belt, this film hits like Joe Frazier in his prime. People often talk about how Saving Private Ryan is so realistic and accurate in its depiction of war, and I offer that First Blood is the companion peace, equally realistic and accurate in its depiction of "after war."

Hans Engelen

Make sure to watch all of the sequels. They won't disappoint no matter what people say.

Mister Lou

First Blood! It was filmed in Hope B.C. Canada. it's about a 7 or 8 hour drive from where I live, it's a gorgeous place. I live in Smithers, where movies like Eight Below (with Paul Walker), The Grey (with Liam Neeson) and Mother (with JLo) were filmed. We get a lot of cool movies and shows shot here in B.C. but they come here to just film a few winter scenes and stuff but this is the only one that kept the Town's name "Hope" Sly STILL OWNS when it comes to action! "NOTHING IS OVER..! Nothing!" such an iconic line, but now I just think of StruggleNation's intro theme "You don't just turn it off!" lol

Daniel Karlsson

All your thoughts in the wrap-up discussion are spot on. Rambo is not a cool macho man (he is, but not because he wants to), he is a broken man trying to find his way in world that no longer wants or needs him. America after Vietnam was a melting pot and the way that the soldiers coming back were treated by people who never had to go there was a real problem. First Blood depicts this brilliantly in many ways. Another movie that touches this theme in a very interesting way is the movie Born On the 4th of July. PTSD as well was definitely a hot topic of the time and we still have trouble today dealing with people who suffer from it. The monologue at the end of First Blood is brilliant and truly shines a light on what war does to people. Stallones delivery makes it even better. I feel that Stallones acting in general gets a bad rep, he is quite a nuanced actor. Movies like First Blood, Rocky and Copland shows his range and skill. The use of stuntmen (and Stallone himself of course, he did a lot of his own stunts) is a bit of a forgotten art. I agree completely that this needs to come back in movies, we can't CGI everything and honestly, it just looks better. Do it right and you will get something that just can't be replicated with CGI. This was a fantastic watch with you guys. I've really been enjoying your dives into the older movies as there is so much there to talk and think about. Themes and ideas about filmmaking that we honestly only get from a handful of directors/producers today, unfortunately. Some other movies that would be worth your time from older schools of filmmaking: Dog Day Afternoon (1975) 12 Angry Men (1957) A Time To Kill (1996) Casablanca (1942) Highlander (1986)

Andrew Roach

I was going to comment about CGI when you started talking about it but then realized there was nothing more I could add as you said it all lol. Lets look at a very small example of CGI vs real. There is a moment in this movie where Rambo adds a layer of cloth to his burning torch in the mine and it is amazing, it looks like he is putting his hand in the fire! I know there no CGI and I doubt hand drawn animation could look that real so I have to assume it was real and it blows me away. You should absolutely check out Rambo First Blood Part 2 from 1985. Yes this is the pure over the top action you thought this film would be but it is fun and well worth the watch. Also it boasts even more staggering practical mayhem and epic cheer moments. Also note a writing credit of an up and coming director. 1985 I think was Stallone's biggest year as he had two mega blockbusters, First Blood 2 (only Back To The Future beat it) and Rocky IV.

Donny C

Tango & Cash Rambo FIRST BLOOD PART 2, Cliffhanger and Daylight (for native Jersey/New Yorkers)!

Blaze118

The closing monologue resonates with my wife a lot from her deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. She has her scars, but thankfully she came back mostly ok. For a lot of friends that were with her on those deployments they had it worse. I'm thankful this movie exists to shed light on the hidden scars that many suffer to this day. It does help paint the picture and empathize with not just combat vets, but anyone with PTS. First Responders, or anyone who suffered trauma. Thank you for reacting to this, giving your input and your empathy. Look forward to you watching the sequels and everything else you post. P.S. The scene where Sly jumped from the cliff and landed on the tree branch, the cry of pain was a real one because he cracked his ribs

lizzy rappy

i think you guys would enjoy Oscar 1991 !! sylvester stallone plays such a iconic roll in it. it’s a pretty light fun movie

Robert H
>>158896047

Oscar is so underrated... it's such a fun comedy. I second this!

Casimir

I've seen this movie many times and it's a great movie every time. This time I noticed an odd detail. The cops' American flag is on backwards. The stars should be toward the front.

Bluhawke

First Blood is amazing. The other movies in the series are good, too, but they are more in the vein of what you expected--macho adrenaline 80s action. Which is still good, just don't expect the social commentary and character exploration that you see from the first one. I think First Blood and Rambo (2008) are my favorites in the series.

tgriexterminator

There's a Christmas tree in the backround of the police station scene, Christmas Movie Confirmed.