FIRST TIME WATCHING * The Whale (2022) * MOVIE REACTION!! 

Brendan Fraser fully deserved the Award for best actor he received. One of his absolute best performances! 💜

We’re monsters for making Hannah cry so much. So check out The Iron Claw! Lol

Him rising in the end was SYMBOLISM to his weight in life being lifted.

"look at me, who would want me to be a part of their life" this part absolutely destroyed me

I saw this on my birthday with my family and when we left the theater all of us were in tears. Brendan’s performance was outstanding and rocked me to my core ❤

I don't know you're familiar with Brendan's story but he suffered from abuse from someone in the film industry and he was away from it for years and years, dealing with it and - if I'm not mistaken - he got sick too. But he decided to comeback from this movie. He also suffered a lot with people judging how he aged and how much he changed from that handsome man in the 00s. When The Whale was screened he got a standing ovation and cried a lot.

Hannah is so honest, whatever she feels comes out and it's beautiful ... Thank you Ash and Hannah.

"I need to know that I have done one right thing in my life!" That sounds more than a line when it comes from Brendan Fraser after Hollywood blacklisted that talented, wonderful man. If you hear this line from any other actors, it'll just feel like a line but when you hear from Brendan Fraser, you can tell that it was *more* than that. Every thing that this man gone through prior, he put into that sentence. Well-deserved Oscar winner *Clapping*

This movie moved me so deeply it made me cry in front of strangers and, even worse, my relatives. I never cry in front of people.. Brendan really deserved his award

Ash is right. The film was adapted from a stage play!

That last moment of the lead character was poetic because he felt like a feather 🪶 the second he was forgiven by his daughter. His death was the lightest moment of his life.

We knew Brendan Fraser was gonna be great and he didn't disappoint. Really need to give it up to Sadie Sink as well. She did amazing

Everyone was on point with their performances, but damn Brendan Fraser just absolutely knocked it out of the park ❤ Beautiful, heartbreaking and relatable. Loved it

This movie hit me very close to home. It was melancholically beautiful and gave me a hardcore realization. I’m glad that Brendan Fraser won the Oscar for this

Brenden Fraser biggest comeback. It's so good to have him back. He's an amazing guy. 🙂👏👏👏

I like that they recognized that it would be a good play because it IS based on a stage play lol.

This movie is one of those rare films that you can say it’s amazing, fantastic and all, but you’ll never want to watch it again

Fun fact the boy In the film is Dalton from insidious

"I need to know that she's going to have a decent life where she cares about people, and she's going to be okay." Me: Don't you dare start crying again me, you've seen this before... "I need to know that I have done one thing right with my life." Me: Mission failed.

25:20 and american food is designed to be addictive. You're not just battling yourself.

18:15 "no he's got diarrhoea" 😂 I don't know why that cracked me up so bad but it did 😂 😂

This is honestly one of the hardest movies to get through, but it’s so powerful. It hits close to home bc Fraser’s character reminds me so much of my own dad in a lot of ways. Thanks for this reaction and for sharing your own vulnerability in it 🙏

There's several causes for why obese people continue to eat even their health declines. One is that longterm obesity causes leptin resistance, which makes going back to even a maintenance diet feel like starvation every hour of the day. An actual weight loss diet feels even worse. It's not comparable to the experience of slightly overweight but metabolically healthy people eating salads for a few weeks to slim back down. Leptin resistance is like phantom pain - misfiring signals that cause undue suffering disconnected from the person's actual physiological status. Another thing is immediate vs distant reward. At morbid obesity, it can take months or even years of Olympic level discipline and misery to get healthy-but the relief of eating junk is only seconds away at any time. Imagine a horrible drug withdrawal that takes 18 months to subside. Now reaching for that "hit" of junk food might seem less nonsensical, even though it's still destructive. And eating is often the only thing that brings relief to these people. They see nothing but ceaseless ridicule and disgust in the eyes of others, to the point where mere avoidance is the closest thing they'll ever get to affection. They can't engage in daily activities that most take for granted. They can't even take pride in the deferred reward of some longterm project or goal, because their long term probably won't exist. It's the mother of all vicious circles. Only some make it out.

I find it interesting that the director of this movie (Darren Aaronofsky) is Rachel Weisz’s ex, and he directed Brendan Fraser to the Oscar win. Talk about a fated connection!

We all clicked on this reaction knowing we would cry. With a subtle hope of symbolism. And I think we (at least me) got what we were looking for. 💙

Brendan Fraiser did an amazing job in the movie. It’s heartbreaking.

It IS a very heartbreaking movie and WAS actually based on a play. Even better, Brendan Fraser won a very long overdue Oscar for Best Leading Actor for this role.

He wanted her to see herself as he saw her. That was his one good thing.

“This could be a great play, you know?” GOOD NEWS-

I loved the rising bit because he was finally weightless in his final moments, all the weight lifted away from him, free.

Right after acting in this movie, the actress playing the nurse went on to play the hostess in The Menu!

Ash never misses…”op he got abducted by aliens.” 😂💀💀💀

SYMBOLISM! At the end when he raises up, yes he’s dying but I feel like it’s also the symbolic weight of his life and all he’s been through getting off his shoulders when he made up with his daughter

My GOD! You 2 are just the best reactors period! Hannah casually chucking her intestines up and ash is their absolutely loving life. Live for you bothhhhhh 🤣🤣❤️❤️

Ash you need to bring a box of tissues for Hannah for these reactions so she doesnt have to wipe her eyes with a pillow 😅

I Remember this was Brendan first big Role After all he's stuff we went through in Hes Life❤🙏 He was doing Doom Patrol and a few things But this was his First big swing Unbelievable Acting! I was Lucky enough to Meet him at Galexycon NC Super Kind Man💯 Great reaction and review Guy's ❤️🙏

This is definitely a rewatchable reaction. First when it dropped last night and again this morning.

Love Ash’s understanding of the ending & overall message to such a serious film ❤

Finally. Been asking and hoping you'd do this one. Great film. Great reaction. Brendan Fraser was incredible.

I have never cried watching a review but I’m balling! I’ve never seen this film before! And Ash I hope things work out with whatever is going on

Hannah has the purest soul ❤

"This book made me think about my own life, and then it made me feel glad for my..."

The Heiniken Manouvre - how did you miss that one Ash? Greatest Hannah quote ever 😂😂😂❤❤❤

Brendan Fraser always has been and will forever be one of our childhood hero’s🙏💯

An absolute gem of a film and it’s something I think we can learn and take away from. Thank you both for this incredible watch! Take care…….

The "Daddy please" bit really slapped me hard... absolutely amazing! 👏

Darren Aronofky has a way of bringing such raw performances out of his cast. Career bests from Brenden Frazier, Natalie Portman, Hugh Jackman, Ellen Burstyn, Mickey Rourke, Marlon Wayans, Rachel Weitz. All A+++++ performances.

His performance in this makes me cry, he’s such a sweetheart.

Still crushing on Brendan. He is such a beautiful human being

28:30 "This could be a great play you know" That's a great catch, it actually is originally a play that has been adapted as a movie!

Ash you are spot on about the ending - it was done beautifully. It's obvious that he died, right there in front of his daughter. But the movie is really about his inner struggle - the grotesque obesity/gorging is a physical manifestation of his poor mental state. At the very end, he was able to make some semblance of peace with his daughter and he died accordingly. That smile he does makes me imagine that he actually utterly felt his departure uplifting him to beyond and was so relieved/content how the journey of his life went. And you're right, there was so many hard to watch scenes, the end of this movie didn't need to be his daughter screaming/crying as smashes the ground with a huge a thud.

12:45 Hannah's mixing up CGI with AI.

Stumbled upon your channel last night and I fucking love you guys 😂 subscribed, love your chemistry keep up the great content! 😎🤙🏼

No that is actually a fat suit. It took 2-3 hours to get Brendan fully in it each day.

Awesome performances! 💜💚💜

You two are THE sweetest couple! You both have the most wisdom and intelligence I have ever seen among all reactors, and the best part is, you both share your profound love for each other for all of us to see. You are true inspirations for how to be better people. Stay awesome.

For a happier change of pace, you should react to the Iron Claw next. Nothing but smiles and laughter in that one!

Hannah's reaction to the ending was how me and my wife felt when we watched it. "What the f*ck...?" hahaha

"I didn't do an impression of a greasy chicken..." 🤣🤣😂

You guys missed the BIGGEST SYMBOLISM the fact that everyone stops before they go out the door is just great!!

Every time I watch this movie I cry. Knowing people genuinely feel this way just hurts my soul lol

I love how in the very end, he’s weightless. Completely unburdened.

Brendan Fraser is so good in this

We've all eaten the whole bucket and lied to ourselves that it was fine, don't be judging Hannah

LMAOOO I feel you hannah when Ash said the thing about the play hahahahaha

dude the things you find funny blows my mind everytime, cant even concieve it

Brendan's Magnum Opus! Thanks for reacting to this one bro' Ash & sis' Hannah! The amount of tears shed in this movie is enough to fill oceans 😔😔😔

This movie is actually based on a play so it was quite funny that you made that point Ash!

I wanted to watch this movie for a long time, but I knew it would be difficult. When I saw that you react to it, I had to watch it now. I haven't cried like this in a long time, but this movie can give so many people strength. I felt everything you felt❤

I’m stoned while watching this review. This is some deep analysis you did at the end.

Now, watch Brendan Frazer again in Lonney Tunes Back in Action. That movie will cheer you up.

Hannah is seriously the best!

The perfectly timed "Subscribe" animation as Hannah walks away gagging 😂

Brendan Frasier has always been a fantastic actor. You should watch School Ties. That movie also stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. Brendan plays the main character.

It’s funny that you mention this would be a great play because The Whale was actually adapted from a play

Been watching you guys for a few months now and it’s safe to say you are my comfort videos ❤ your chemistry together is electric and you both seem like genuinely amazing people 😊 keep up the amazing videos xx poor Hannah again I knew this one would bring out the gagging in full force 😂

This is just an all around sad movie. But there’s something beautiful in the sadness presented, I can’t put my finger on it but somewhere in this depressive movie there’s a shining spark that I absolutely love.

You guys also need to watch the standing ovation Brandon Fraser got after being out of Hollywood for years and then coming back witg this movie. Watch it. It'll make you cry. Then watch Encino Man. 😂

I watch all your reactions and when I saw you were watching the Whale, I hadn't seen the movie yet. So, I watched the film last night and it was a really good movie. I had seen your thumbnail and guessed Hannah was gagging at the eating parts. She is hilarious.

I went and saw this movie by myself very late at night. I was the only one in the theater. It was honestly a very good experience to have especially with this type of movie really makes you appreciate the things that you have and the life that you live.

I watch most movies alone so I'm usually ok. This didn't make me cry initially, but then i watch reactors crying then it makes me cry for some reason and i hate it lol

I had weight loss surgery about 7 years ago, so this movie hit me on a very scary, real level… It shows me a path I very easily could’ve gone down… Thankfully, I was able to turn things around & become a healthier, happier person, and a better dad because of it. It’s never too late to turn things around. ❤

Oh Hannah made me cry she is so cute and emotional love her fit and makeup so pretty , love this movie

The Wrestler, another movie by this director. Also worth looking up.

My boy Ash looking like John Wick :), Hannah is a vibe and pretty. My favorite couple to watch reactions with.

Hi guys. I love your reactions. Hannah, it's my spirit animal( except no neck things) hahaha. I have watched The Whale several times, and it still gives me goosebumps and makes me cry. Guys, you should check Incendies( 2010) next time. Amazing film

28:15 - Charlie sees RIGHT THROUGH IT! He sees it for what it is! A hurt and broken teenage girl lashing out at the father who abandoned her when she was 8 years old! ❤ I usually say they don't make movies like the ones in the 90s and 00s but this film caught me off guard! It caught me by how emotional and real it was! And most of all! By the phenomenal performance of Brendan Fraser! 👏👏👏 that last scene killed me bro! ❤

Hope you enjoy(ed) this heartbreaking movie. Great acting all around. Curious more on ash’s reaction I know Hannah (sorry if spelled wrong) will cry. ❤️to you both.

Grande Brendan Fraser, oscar merecido

Can someone make a compilation of Hannah almost throwing up, it’s just the most dramatic hilarious thing ever I swear lol poor Hannah 🤣

Love it when Ash says this could be a great play, because the movie actually is adaptation of a theatre play.

Damn you Aronofsky, for making my good internet friends Ash n Hannah emotional to yet another one of your films🤦‍♂

Wasn’t expecting this one, I’m glad. Phenomenal movie and acting.

I bet this is very therapeutic for Ashkan. Once this film simmers inside Ash’s head, he will be able to forgive his father.

Nice review, long time fan of Brandon Fraser. I love this movie. I was shocked it was based in my nearby Idaho town. 🤓

yo the preview pictures on this channel are getting better everytime

Couldn't finish this with you all. The insensitivity that Ash displays is very telling of who he is. 😢 Hanna you are lovely.

Brendan was actually depressed and i believe hollywood "poor" and was ashamed he gained so much weight in reality is why i believe he fit this role so well and got an oscar ....his standing ovation was nice to see

Welcome to 1 of the powerful films anyone will ever see and 1 of the most convincingly raw cast performances ever! Brendan was outright slam dunk deserving his oscar win for this. Got to say flipping outrage Sadie Sink did not get her first for her role but her time has got to come because this truly showed everyone the off the scale acting talent that she is capable of from someone lets face it still only in her early 20's and so still so young. Without a doubt if ever Sadie Sink and Brendan Fraser do another collaboration together would instantly be drawn to it.

Ash you hit the nail on the head so hard I was born into a Christian family and unfortunately my mother believed/believes being gay is wrong and I did for a long time and then I met someone who told me it wasn’t and it just made sense the next year I realized I was bi but I knew god still loved me and then the next year when my dad died I turned my back on god because I was so angry like how could I be expected to worship a god who would take an innocent man and I was angry for 5 years then by that point I was 21 I had met the love of my life my beautiful then girlfriend now wife and I was so scared that she was going to leave me because i didn’t believe I was good enough for her and that night god came to me in a dream and told me that he and she would never leave me and I remember waking up and just dedicating my life to him again but I was so confused how could he still love me and forgive me after what I did but that’s the beauty of it god truly loves everyone no matter what and I just hope one day everyone can know true love like what I have with my wife because she makes me so much stronger and happier than I ever thought I could be and that’s one of the things I love about this movie is it shows just how powerful love is whether it’s family friends or even a husband or wife or girlfriend or boyfriend