Best Friend Squad! TURNING RED (Movie Reaction) 

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Didn’t see the upload! Congrats on the new editor and hope your doing good!

Best wishes to Maria and family. Hope they are doing ok. So glad you are able to be with her Sam and kudos to you for carrying on filming. Please know that it would be ok to take a break though. Shout out to Stef as well. This is a fab channel. You two have both nuanced insight and a fab sense of humor. Watching movies with you guys is great. Take care, love from you UK x

Oh my gosh I had no idea! I wish you and those you're with the best. Stay safe, Sam! ❤

If you guys are talking about boy bands and pop, you guys should react to The Cheetah Girls.

Thanks bud, glad you enjoyed our take 😄 It's so silly (but sadly not surprising) that so many people are just mad at the accuracy - Stef

Seriously I love it. Waaaayyy to many men(mainly white for some reason) hate this movie saying they can't understand it but I'm just like it's not that hard to comprehend is it?

Some people are saying that the awkwardness of adolescence/puberty is too mature for Pixar audiences? Seriously, some people need to get over themselves. Some Disney movies out there are way too inappropriate for kids if you think about it.

@@madeleinereads I know, right??? Like, they clearly haven't seen the Hunchback of Notre Dame! Or even just seen "Hellfire" from the same movie! There is some seriously creepy stuff in some Disney movies, like Gaston wanting to basically own Belle, or Jafar being a perv to Jasmine, who's barely 16 years old, or Prince Hans wanting to kill Anna and Elsa to get to the throne and nearly getting away with it? Or heck, Clayton dying by hanging in Tarzan, and we see the shadow of his body? Some people need to pay closer attention before deciding that animation is just for kids and can't have dark content or important lessons in it. Say it with me: "Animation is NOT a genre!"

@@aliyahpulido953 Or the princes in Snow White and Sleeping Beauty kissing them while they are unconscious.

Very much agreed! - Sam

So much better than Penny Proud's so-called "friends."

I want those freinds :(

@@keshiaanders6452 Chile…..Penny needs to take notes 😭.

I like how Tyler became a real friend. Maybe trying to hide it made him a jerk.

Sad but true for so many. But at least it's being addressed in more media - Stef

Rage is a fuel that burns quickly.

you're making me get a new perspective on my parents behavior that they 100% do not deserve from me

I totally hear you. Getting more stories about healing I think has been really great 😊 - Sam

@@themoviebudz1988 yes! And great vid as always guys, missed y’all!

Me too.

@@jenthejen can you give me an example of pressures of upward mobility and generational trauma being a driving force in other kids movies plots? I would like to know what they are.

@@MrGamelover23 encanto is the only one i can think lately 🤔

And since MeiMeis mom thought MeiMei transformed too soon, it would make sense why her mom is in a school uniform. I assumed high school, and I enjoyed that scene a lot :)

Damn straight! - Sam

@@themoviebudz1988 Sending a 🙌🏽 Asian to Asian.

A shame that Sandra Oh's other film 'Umma' is being ignored. I haven't heard about it except seeing it in the theater showtimes in my state and on Good Morning America.

Parents just need to understand that their kids are growing and becoming more themselves, more autonomous. It's scary to break away when you've taken care of them their whole childhood, but it's a huge opportunity for them to truly be independent.

I can't relate on a personal level since my mum assumed pretty early on that as a young boy I wouldn't want her hanging with me and my friends, but I agree; they really captured the moment so effectively that even an outsider like myself can feel it - Stef

@@themoviebudz1988 agreeeeeed. They’re not shy about the fact that this movie is very specific to teenage girls, (hence the backlash 🥲) but with universal preteen experience woven in. I think another aspect specific to young girls is depicted early in the film. The emphasis on young girls crushing on fictional boys (boy bands, fictional characters etc.) is very common because of the combination of lingering innocence and boys like Tyler lol. 13 year old female hormones zero in on that dream fictional boy instead of real life boys 100%. Crushes for girls often originate in fantasy world because real life boys are going through their own version of puberty and do not meet the high standard of what girls are taught to expect from a “boyfriend”. I remember being terrified of real life boys at that age lol. It causes girls to channel all that puberty energy into fictional or older boys (like that poor bastard at the Daisy Mart 😂). Another thing I appreciate about this movie is the emphasis on the strain that puberty puts on the mother/daughter dynamic. It’s really difficult to navigate on both sides. You have to make a child who feels like an adult feel validated, and also kind of maintain that protective nature because they’re still a kid. Girls are also highly emotional at this point and don’t want to hurt their mom’s feelings. It was spot on to mention the nuance that you guys recognized during your watch. It feels even worse to tell your mom you don’t want her around right now when she’s been a mum like Ming. Obviously overbearing, but very attentive and nurturing at the same time 🥲 As a young mom to a daughter myself, I really identified with both Mei and Ming. I’d definitely encourage anyone to revisit this movie after they have kids ❤️ definitely made me cry multiple times because of my new parental perspective lol

For real though. I love how much this movie can teach adults and kids alike - Stef

So... you're just going to ignore that _Braceface_ had a period episode? And maybe don't let random Internet bozos bog you down.

@@ARCtheCartoonMaster That’s assuming they know what that is and it’s more than just random internet trolls. Sadly one ep of a show doesn’t stop others from censors and shaming people for having a period, nor fixing other issues.

@@ARCtheCartoonMaster shut up

Well, it's not... like I get random nosebleeds all the time. But I get the message.

There was a review from a Karen mom saying that they had to explain to their 12 year old sons what ''red peony bloom'' meant.

Thanks bud! Yeah, I think Ming is probably one of the best examples of a sympathetic antagonist I've ever seen in any medium. Truly ten out of ten - Stef

@@themoviebudz1988 46:42 i really don't think we should condone violene. He's a jerk but hitting someone never makes you look better. It's makes you just as bad.

Oof, unlike me. I thought I was gonna die or have to go to the ER because my mom expected me to go one more year without my period 😭 My sister was ready though and wasn't shocked, because I've talked about it before nonchalantly in front of her so she already knew when it happened 😂 But yea teenage girls are teenage girls, I mean what're you gonna do?? Some guys act like this is a bad movie just because it was aimed more for the female audience and addresses female teenage things. I'm sure they wouldn't think that way if it was the male side of things.

@@Glitchyybean Damn, sorry you had to go through that. I can absolutely believe that you'd think you are dying if you had no idea about periods and then just started bleeding randomly. Along with cramps too... ugh. My mum hadn't been told by _her_ mum, so she made sure she told me what was going to happen a couple years in advance.

the fanart and sexual awakening made me holler lmao

Yeah, it's a pretty reductionary take in my opinion - Stef

Lol I went out and bought Chinese food the following day after I watched this movie 😂😅

Every time I rewatch the movie or clips from it and the cooking scene appears, all I can do is yell, *”You made it this real for WHAT THO?”* 😂

@@niyaodom1944 They be flexin on us normies hella hard

Or... was hesecretly a 4-Townie all along!? 😳 hahaha 😄 - Stef

Huh. I didn't know there's a post credit scene.

People, especially American conservatives, are so strange.

@@grawxxor2820 exactly

well im from france and here everyone likes this movie lol

Right!? The double standards are real... - Stef

Exactly. Nobody seemed to mind the "and got BIZZAY" line...

Agreed, great to see people appreciating stories told from a woman's perspective (even though Brave sadly got a bit botched thanks to corporate meddling). I know what you mean with the whole popularity thing. It's nice that they didn't fall into a lot of those overused tropes. On a similar note I like how Mei and her friends were a bit boy crazy but the boys were never the focus of the story - it was firmly about Mei and her personal relationships with her friends and family, rather than trying to squeeze in a romantic subplot - Stef

Absolutely! It didn’t occur to me while watching but it’s such a great detail *chef’s kiss* - Stef

For real. Ming had so much repressed anger she put the hulk to shame - Stef

I know this comment was 2 years ago, but I just wanted to add because it's one of the things that amuses me most, notice how ready her sisters and mom were to nag at her and just how quickly they switched up the split second they realized her panda was coming out. The looks on their faces in that one moment never fail to make me laugh. Got some real 'oh shit, quiet one is going loud' energy to it.

Thanks bud! Glad you liked the reaction. I don't get how anyone could hate Ming's character. Kinda seems like they missed the point of the story. I definitely didn't have the same childhood as you or Mei but I can definitely understand the intergenerational trauma aspect and I love how they framed that in such a universally human way while still being faithful to the characters' cultrural heritage - Stef

Should be normal but sadly so many people still get weird about that stuff. At least things are changing 😊 - Sam

You probably haven't watched the movies yet, then.

You serious? I mean, yeah, *kids’* movies don’t talk about sanitary products much, because parents don’t want their kids learning about the reproductive system (male or female), but adult movies? Bruh, I learned about tampons from the movie _Black Balloon_ .

@@moonlitskylight5740 Ah, yes, the floor here is made of floor

@@ARCtheCartoonMaster that’s brilliant that they were included in that film. I’m not saying they aren’t included ever, I’m just saying I haven’t seen them included in many.

Men’s reproductive functions are taboo as well. Last time I checked, I don’t think we ever saw Andy’s cum-stained T-shirts in _Toy Story 3_ .

And that's exactly why I think it's such an important movie. The backlash from some people only proves how desperately we need more stories like this one to promote healthy, open discussions about sex and our bodies - Stef

You're right, that's bloody amazing. Love the amount of thought that went into this movie ☺️ - Stef

Damn dude, respect! Such a great movie 😁 - Sam

I'm on my 6th watch and it's getting better. I try to watch a different character each time.

I do Cry everytime too… me and my mother

Same here. The movie just so full of details that make a rewatch so much better

Could you imagine the sheer amount of overbearing parents that would talk their child's ears of after though? I already heard about some people's parents complaining about the movie saying stuff like "this is teaching my child to misbehave/disobey me!"

Oh yeah, very much overdue. Glad we got here tho 😊 - Sam

The other girls not being scared of the panda bc there's a kind of kinship that's formed when you're all going through the same thing. I've had girls I don't know tell me I've got a spot and I'll love them forever/lh

A few more I found were referring to herself as a gross red monster, the falling into the wall, running crying inside was very relatable to period pain 🤣 and my favorite subtle one is the hiding of the tail in the hallway, I was always worried about it coming through my clothes

I'd also like to add sneezing, laughing etc. being horrible bc you know. And her touching her belly when she first changed because it usually gets bloated.

The panda is not really a metaphor for periods, you know that, right? Lol

@@thisishowitallends9321 the director and co writer have publically confirmed this theory that it's an analogy for puberty, which periods are apart of

Man... that sounds pretty narrow minded. Oh well, at least you tried to help them understand it better - Stef

No worries, we try to be as informed as we can 😊 - Sam

100% same.

And the ones who *were* hit say they probably deserved it (they don't remember), and it probably made them better (they're doing it to their own kids), it's good to brag because it makes "poc" families look better (it doesn't), and we can all joke about it (that's if you like dark humor), so it's totally fine :))

Emotional abuse is very much a thing, and while I've never been abused, I can understand it's hard to admit your family (who's supposed to protect you) can do such a thing. I think there is some generational trauma in my family, although not to this degree and we have solved things out. But yeah, admiting to yourself that you've been abused, especially by the people closest to you, is hard. It's a process and I hope you can work through your emotions safely.

I know what you mean. The thing to remember is that there's always "someone who has it worse" and they in turn are downplaying the abuse they receive. I myself was verbally and physically abused, but I always convinced myself it was fine because it was only ever open palm, even when my lip got busted open, because "that's just how Italian parents are, right? at least it wasn't a punch, right?" The guilt is a coping mechanism - blaming yourself is easier than coming to terms with the fact that someone you love could hurt you like that. It's not always easy to remember, but that doesn't make your experience any less valid. Mindfulness is a skill and not easy to learn, but as long as you keep at it, you'll start healing - Stef

It's literally the only explanation that makes sense 😆🙄 - Stef

Actually missed the Simpsons part but it seems so obvious now that you bring it up lol - Sam

Thanks so much! Glad we could help you unwind a bit 😊 - Sam

I’m Colombian so I remember watching Encanto with my family in theaters, and definitely my aunts also comment on my weight, so I definitely relate to all the things you said. Encanto is actually based loosely on the book “100 years of solitude” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez I believe:)

Very much agreed. Also glad to hear your mum supports your dreams 😊 - Stef

@@themoviebudz1988 Thanks:)

Exactly, it's like a pressure cooker. I experimented that during my last year of High school becauseof some evenments in my life and I started to have panic attacks

Thanks so much! Also thanks for the correction about their pitiful pay cause I couldn’t quite recall at the time 😊 - Sam

I’m so sorry…. You didn’t deserve that at all 😢

Jesus Christ! Good think I didn't go to concert.🤷🏿‍♂️

Did the same with the Jonas Brothers, nothing changed haha That first concert felt like it changed my life

Wait, what?

Yeah, it's so funny to me there are actually people out there claiming this movie is "unrelatable" and only appeals to a "niche demographic" when it does such a good job of communicating it's messages in a way that doesn't require first hand experience to understand - Stef

Oh my god I remeber that!

The hilariously tragic irony that the same outrage towards depicting/mentioning periods in cartoons has been going on since the decade this movie was set in 😂😂🙄 - Stef

as a 5sos fan i related too hard to the "why are they called 4town if there are 5 of them"

omg I remember going with my friends in 8th to a 5SOS concert and it was my first concert ever lol

Yeah, I actually looked up the 4-town songs after we were finished editing 😋 We assumed a bunch of dudes would have weird problems with it. Wasn’t expecting their body language to be one of them, but I guess I’m starting to get more and more distant from bro culture. Not that I was ever really fully in it, but I’m glad for the extra distance - Sam

It's funny because that line kind of threw me off. I remember thinking what do you mean you thought she had more time? She's 13. She's lucky she didn't get it earlier lol. I got my first period at 11 and believe my mom did too, but assuming she did get her period later than it would make sense why she would think she had more time. One of my mom's younger sisters didn't get hers until she was like 16.

I got it when I was 12, 2 weeks before I turned 13. My mom was 16, and her hormones went crazy after that. From a a cup to e cup, stuff like that. They did tests on her for it. It was not a great time for my mom. Makes sense Mei's mom could have been older.

I got mine when I was 15, after all of my friends (and classmates) already had theirs for a while, so it def was later than everyone else around me lol

And that is exactly why I think people who claim this movie is "too niche" and "only relatable to a certain demographic" are totally full of it 😊 - Stef

I appreciate the compliment, but I'm also sorry that that's been your experience. I really hope you manage to meet some quality dudes irl - Stef

Ohhh, I love those movie comparisons! Well picked 👌 Thanks for the extra info, Kirk 😊 - Sam

I’m sorry to hear you had that experience - Sam

Right!? I'm actually mad there's only three of them. Billie and Finneas need to drop a full album asap lol - Stef

Aww thanks, bud! We really appreciate all the love ☺️🙌 - Stef

It's more an allegory of the puberty but if course the periods are part of it