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Enrico Colantoni (Mathesar) invented the way the Thermians speak and move when he auditioned for the movie. Beside winning him the role, it made him the standard that all actors playing Thermians in the movie had to learn from and emulate. He is largely responsible for making the Thermians so funny yet so heartfelt and lovable too.
Since you love Sam Rockwell, you will want to check out his starring role in a small budget but brilliant sci-fi movie, "Moon". No spoilers but he carries the movie brilliantly.
@@VerowakReacts which juat shows, what a great actor alan was... in the beginning, you can actually feel his disgust, when saying that line, while he is dying inside... and then at the end... WHOM! same line...different everything....
Also it kind of show how little any phrase TRULY means.. when it comes to what is being said, or who is saying it.. and ALL value is derived from the listener and their emotional investment in the phrase.
This is definitely in my favorite movie list. So many great actors, all doing their rolls kind of perfectly. It’s like the stars aligned for the making of this movie, if perhaps not so much for it’s original reception. The cast have said that Dreamworks kind of dropped the ball on promotion, which resulted in it having a somewhat lackluster box-office. In any case, pretty sure people have since found it and love it. You mention Sam Rockwell’s scream and Sigourney Weaver’s reaction … if you watch it again, pay attention to her mouth in relation to what you hear her say when she and Tim Allen first see the ‘chompers’. Sam Rockwell is so good at everything he does. He has superb timing and tone in his line delivery. Others have mentioned Mr. Right (2015) which is a fun movie, and you should also consider Moon (2009) if you want to see more of him. For more of Alan Rickman, people have already mentioned Dogma (1999) which I think is my favorite Kevin Smith movie, and Quigley Down Under (1990) which has perhaps a large nostalgia boost for me … along with Tom Selleck which is never bad. Some great quiet rolls from him are Truly Madly Deeply (1990) which is kind of a take on another film - Ghost (also 1990 … huh … I have no idea which came first, although Ghost was definitely more popular), and his part in a wonderful ensemble romantic comedy, Love Actually (2003). Oh, and there is a really good small movie with him called Bottle Shock (2008) which is about the beginning of the California Wine Industry ... Anyway … very cool. Thumbs up on the choice.
Huge Star Trek fan here. This movie is among my all time favourites. It's not a parody. It does poke fun at Star Trek but at the same time it's a celebration of everything that makes Star Trek great.
Great reaction. Thank you.. This was the last of my three youtube videos before they block the player in accordance with youtube's new ludicrous anti-adblock policy, so from now on I'll be watching everything in incognito. So do enjoy this comment and the like that went along with it bcs I guess it won't be possible in the future.. Thanks again for this and all your other great reaction videos. Keep it up you're doing great. 🤗👍
Super fun reaction to one of the most perfect parodies. This is the most non-star trek, star trek movie. Thanks. Actually Marina Sirtis (ST-TNG) DID have an article in TV Guide about how her... well you know. I have that issue somewhere in a storage box.
You nailed it when you said Fred seemed high. That’s exactly why he’s so chill and constantly munching. They had to remove all references to the actual drug, but if you know, you know.
I love Enrico Colantoni is amazing in everything he's in. So much range. Overall, as a life-long Trek fan, I adore this movie. Its a love letter to scifi entertainment.
Famously, Patrick Stewart refused to watch Galaxy Quest but was convinced to go see the movie by Jonathan Frakes after he had seen it and loved it. It would be really easy to assume that with its premise the movie is mean-spirited but it just oozes so much heart. I can't imagine anyone not being won over by Galaxy Quest
Interview quote form Jonathan Frakes. "I was at the CineramaDome in LA, and I saw it on a Saturday morning, or Saturday matinee. As I got out of the movie the first thing I did was call Patrick, who was in Toronto, I think, shooting X-Men. I said, “Dude, I just saw a movie that is about us and captures us like they’ve been reading our mail.” Patrick saw it that night. Then went again on the Sunday. And it was, I mean, some of the stuff in it is so on the nose and so accurate, and perfect, and funny. And Rickman. Rickman with the peeling makeup. Stuff that LeVar’s character does. I mean, it’s a favorite. I don’t know why that sequels never been made. I gather it’s encumbered with a lot of people who need money before they even shot, but this seems rife for a remake."
Tim Allen works when he’s playing off his own persona. He’s a great choice as a “Shatner” stand-in here and they do essentially the same thing in Toy Story.
You have to see some old Star Trek to really get some of the jokes. Lazarus says to Taggart, I see you managed to get your shirt off. That seemed to happen to Captain Kirk all the time. It also reflects real life rivalry between Leonard Nimoy and Shattner- YOU STOLE MY BEST LINES AND CUT ME OUT OF EPISODE 2 ENTIRELY!!!
Welcome to what I call the greatest Star Trek Movie of All Time. It was a hysterical Love letter To Star Trek and I love every moment of it !!!!!!! The cast the script the acting and the perfectly timed comedy it was perfection !!!!!!!!
When Tony Shaloub was hired to play Fred Kwan, the character hadn't really been developed and he basically had free reign. Sam Rockwell convinced him to play it as a stoner with a constant case of the munchies. And so Fred was born.
So glad you liked it, Verowak! This film is one of the best sci-fi comedies of all time! The _Star Trek_ fandom and even some of the original actors have praised it, and a poll of hard-core fans famously rated it as the 7th best Star Trek movie of all time... ahead of six *actual* Trek movies! There are so many fantastic performances, notably Allan Rickman as an accomplished Shakespearean actor dragged into playing a science fiction character... Patrick Stewart, anyone? 😉 But my personal favorite is Sigourney Weaver, Ellen Ripley herself, one of the most badass characters in the history of science fiction, playing a role that couldn't be more her opposite! 🤣
@@galadballcrusher8182 That makes sense in a strange way, because his somewhat stilted delivery would seem better suited to stage work, where dialog must be clear to viewers in the back of the theater without as much reliance on amplification.
Also another funny Rickman anecdote: Tim Allen needed a moment to compose himself after filming his apology to Mathesar, Rickman mocking congratulated Tim on discovering acting.
Alan Rickman was in the movie Dogma (if you can find a copy of it) along with Ben Afleck, Matt Damon, Chris Rock, Selma Hayek, Jason Lee, George Carlin and of course Kevin Smith who wrote and directed it.
Not only is this movie perfect, and it gets more perfect every time you watch it. Early in the film the Thermions say they are from the Klaatu nebula. Klaatu is the name of the alien who visits Earth in the original film The Day the Earth Stood Still.
Tony Shalhoub's character was originally meant to be stoned (you can see a puff of smoke when he teleports in) hence his apparent indifference to the situation they find themselves in but the shot of him smoking a joint was cut. IMO It's funnier that he just accepts everything at face value and runs with it.
Allen's character was such a perfect critique of William Shatner, after he mocked his fans so mercilessly. I'm sure someone else mentioned it, but just in case... Shaloub's character was supposed to be high the whole time, but the scene showing that got cut. ♥
As others have mentioned, this was a love letter to Star Trek, and dedicated convention fans. The idea that this is one of the greatest Star Trek films ever made is shared by fans, and even some of those who have been a part of the ST franchise, be it in front of or behind the camera. The aliens and their awesome "cosplay" 😊 Three more Alan Rickman films: Love Actually (for the Holidays), Quigley Down Under, and Bottle Shock. Sam Rockwell: JoJo Rabbit. Enjoyed your reaction to this gem.
Alan Rickman's character's obvious distain for his signature line early in the movie is portrayed as a such a soul crushing experience, is the perfect set up for when he finally says it with full purpose and meaning, where it resonates with emotional impact. I watched this movie multiple times, and I still get a little teary eyed at that scene.
As you love Alan Rickman and Sigourney Weaver there is another movie they made together - "Snowcake" - practically the two of them carry the whole movie. Again they are playing characters that are completely different to what they are usually known for and again its a movie that is criminally underrated (in my opinion). "Snowcake" is a fantastic gentle, deeply emotional while still surprisingly funny movie. The main role was written for Alan Rickman and it was him who suggested Sigourney for the her role and even brought her on board, which shows how good he was in his craft as I would never ever could imagine her in such an role but she was fantastic. I don't think anyone had made a reaction to this movie, but even if you don't consider it for a reaction I could only recommend it to watch at least for yourself. Galaxy Quest is a underrated gem and so is Snowcake. Sadly we lost Alan Rickman way too soon , he was an hell of an actor in anything he did.
7 of 9 was introduced like this, true - and sadly Jeri Ryan had a really hard time on set. But thanks to her acting and some quality writing, the character became so much more than that. Actually, one might complain that at some point, Voyager pretty much became mostly "The Doctor and Seven Show", in that they devoted so much time to these characters (which, admittedly had the most interesting premises) that the development of other characters suffered. Still - great character, great actress.
Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy is another film with Alan Rickman, fun film and good book too. Paul has Sigourney Weaver. Jojo Rabbit has Sam Rockwell. The Santa Clause stars Tim Alan if you want a good holiday film.
If the name of the actress weren't listed in the credits of both movies, you'd never believe that Gwen is the same person as Ripley. It's almost as impressively anti-typecast as Lt. Commander Data also being the crazy scientist in Independence Day.
Check out -- “BIG TROUBLE” (2002), a delightfully funny, narrated comedy that stars Tim Allen and a host of other big names. This movie will have you laughing constantly, and will change your opinion of Allen. Based on the novel by Dave Barry.
Other excellent work by Sam Rockwell is in JoJo Rabbit (2019) where plays a side character, but a great role in a great film, and Moon (2009), where he is most definitely the lead.
Upvote both recommendations. JoJo Rabbit is an amazing unique must-watch film, full of stellar performances, and is very popular with RU-vid reactors. Moon is a really solid film as well, though not as well known, and not often reacted to. I expect you'd garner a lot more views with JoJo
More Alan Rickman movies? "Dogma" More Sigourney Weaver movies? "Cabin in the Woods" More Sam Rockwell movies? "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" I get that you're not doing TV shows so much but if you ever change your mind Tony Shaloub ("Wings") was brilliant in the USA channel original "Monk" Appreciate your intelligent reaction and how you were respectful of the genres involved
I actually think you might like the Tim Allen movie "The Santa Clause"(1994)... It is a very different take on the christmis movie, just like "Elf"(2003) was. I just checked and noticed that you have not seen Elf either... If you have not seen it before, I suggest it too... Maybe watch them this Christmas season... By the way... You just got a like and subscribe!
Tim Allen has been in a few other movies, including The Santa Clause trilogy, Toy Story, and Big Trouble (2002). That last wasn't liked by critics, but I enjoyed it. The movie isn't a love letter to Star Trek the show, but rather a love letter to fandom. And they really do have "walk through" simulations of various Enterprises. One bit you seemed to have missed; while being directed by Brandon, they have to crawl through some ducts. At this point Weaver mutters "ducts; _why_ is it always ducts?" Fun Fact: in the movie, the new Galaxy Quest premiered 18 years after the end of the first series. By coincidence (or not) 18 years is also the time between the end of the original Star Trek and Star Trek: The Next Generation. P.S. Star Trek has always been massively sexist when it came to women's wardrobe, thanks for Roddenberry. The original series had the miniskirt uniforms, not to mention the "barely there" designs by Bill Thiess for many guest stars. Even The Next Generation featured the short skirt uniforms for a time. Star Trek: Voyager with Seven of Nine was the low point; Google images of Seven of Nine and you'll see what I mean. They poured her into cat suits that left nothing to the imagination. The story goes that Patrick Stewart especially refused to watch the movie until several fellow cast members urged him to give it a try. He loved it.
such a fun move, a loving parody of star trek and just a solid sci fi movie in its own right! Tim Allen does well in this and he has a lot more range then Home Improvement would lead you to believe :P Tony Shaloub sort of steals every scene he is in just by being hungry and high >< Now lets move before someone kills guy!
This movie was such a surprise when it came out. Wasnt expecting much, but was blown away when a friend of mine and I went to see it. The whole theater just laughing the entire time. What a gem this film is.
Unfortunately, it was a box office failure. The studio completely screwed the marketing. It was years later on the home video / DVD and TV market when the movie finally became a success and a cult classic.
Watch her mouth @ 27:29 🤔 She does *NOT* say "screw that" 😮 😉😄😆 Alan Rickman is also *awesome* in Dogma, but you'll need to watch Clerks, Mallrats & Chasing Amy first👍
18:30 Mystery solved - yes, he actually is high The "popcorn" he brought with him are just more edibles The scene of him "getting there" just before they got transported from Earth to the ship, has been cut for rating reasons
It was cut for final release but Fred Kwan's character Tech Sergeant Chen was supposed to have been high throughout... hence the groove and constant snacking through the movie
Fred the mechanic guy was actually supposed to be stoned throughout the whole movie, which is why he acts the way he does and is always eating, but they cut those scenes showing and explaining that to make the PG13 rating.
Sorry if someone already mentioned, but Tony Shalhoub's character is indeed high the whole time. They cut the scenes of him smoking and edited some f bombs to bring the rating down.
Say what you will about the Thermion's lack of common sense or tactical nouse but their engineering skill is unmatched. I don't feel they get enough credit for not just building a fully working starship that so perfectly matches the NSEA Protector, even when stuff like the chompers makes no god damned sense, but, on top of that, it takes an absolute beating! It got hit multiple times by Sarris's ship but then also got hit by the same mines that eventually destroyed his (presumably impresive?) warship. THAT is engineering prowess.
I think you'd love 'The Way, Way Back' Sam Rockwell's performance is so beautiful in it and it's a film that gets slept on by a lot of people. 'Stranger than Fiction' is another one that has some spectacular performances that doesn't get enough attention.
To be fair on the "boob" journalism---- the "Voyager" producers specifically added Ryan reportedly because either the producers or network felt the show needed more sex appeal. I never understood this mentality, i.e., if you like sci-fi, you're going to watch, regardless of how "sexy" the show is. I guess they wanted a wider audience beyond us nerds/geeks, but why would I even consider watching something from a genre I'm not into just because there's T&A in it?
Verowak: That dude's gotta be an alien, or high as a kite. Yeah, he's definitely high! The joke is he's basically playing engineer Scotty, who's super high strung in the show, but the actor playing him here is a super mellow stoner IRL
The reason Alexander never takes off the headpiece is because the makeup and prosthetics can take several hours. It’s just not worth it to take it off if you have a gig the next day.
The running joke with Fred (Tony Shalhoub's character) is that he's high throughout the whole thing, but for ratings purposes they had to cut the scenes of him actually getting high.
Ha! Once more mirroring real life! (There's an infamous memo from the TOS era complaining on actors taking hairpieces home. Especially Shatner was notorious for it, not only on Trek.)
"Back after 18 years..." Nice reference since 18 years was the gap between the end of Star Trek:TOS and Star Trek:Next Generation. Impressed that you got many of the subtle references, eg. Guy being the one NOT getting killed whilst playing the "red shirt".
I didn't know that 18 years was the gap between TOS and TNG, that makes it just that much better! I just thought it was a random amount of time, but it was purposeful!!!
