Love, Lust and Improper Influences| Waiting to Exhale 1995 - 90s classic movie commentary 

Tbh I'm sick of Michael Beach he is always in someone's movie cheating 😭😭😭

Her walking away with that cigarette will forever be iconic💯🔥🔥🔥🔥

I never caught on to the fact that John left Bernie for the white woman who keeps his books... In other words, she caught onto how much money he was making and made a move on him 😂😂 he fell for the game.

I always wondered if Bernie was angry at herself for putting her entire life on hold for a man who ultimately abandoned her. Majority of her monologue revolves around all the sacrifices she made just to ensure he got ahead, while willingly killing herself just to do it. That level of self-betrayal would infuriate me.

My girl said "no, it'd be better if YOU were Black" lmao her whole arc was just everything.

As somebody who's 31 seeing Whitney Houston say she's 33 and all the women, except drunk ass Bernadette, gasp! And she has to remind them that she still looks good as if she's old! We really thought 30 was ancient back in the day!

"You raggedy bitch!" I love this movie so much, and quote it alot. But that burning car scene with Bernadine will forever be iconic

"He's a good man Savannah...a good man!" 😂😂😂 This movie is a classic.

One thing I forgot to mention in the video - hair, makeup, and styling were on point! All the ladies looked good 💅💅

Angela Bassett slaps the white chick on BET, but it's cut out on Lifetime. 🤔

Fun fact - the scene in which Anglea pulls out all his clothes to burn - in the car .Every word that Angela is saying while she pulls the clothes and moves back and forth from the car to the closet was all improvised

Young me was all for Robin saying she didn’t want or need his help. Grown me is like girl, take his tail downtown and get your child support 💅🏾

I appreciate the fact that you spoke out about John’s personality. How he has self-hate issues and how he tried to pass on that attitude and mindset into their children, wanting them to think that “White is better.” That part made me upset the most tbh. Cuz that was just effin’ WRONG 🤬

Whoooa Chil’e the desperation, settling, pick me energy coming off of this film! 🤣 “None of us, Not none of us! HAVE A MAN!”

Savannah mamma pushed her to be with Kenneth because she wanted to be rescued too.

Every time I watch this movie and I see Kenneth; I wait for him to say “Are you in good hands?” from the Allstate commercial 😂😭

Angela Bassett was absolutely STUNNING in “Waiting To Exhale”. Her hair and makeup was on point in every scene. I did like her better with the long hair but she looked just as beautiful with the short hair. That woman is a beauty. 😍😍😍

"Collard greens, some cornbread, some candy yams, a little potato salad, fried chicken, peach cobbler, few slices of ham." That's a Sunday meal. If all of that was leftovers, how long did Gloria have all of that food in her refrigerator?" I hope it wasn't leftovers from New Years. Gloria should have threw that out after two days.

I feel like John had a lot of resentment built up for Bernadine. It even feels like he was resentful of the fact that his success wasn’t done on his own and couldn’t call himself self made. He was trying to prop up his fleeting self esteem chile

The way I just yelled out “GUESS WHAT JOHN?! YOU’RE THE MUTHAFUCKIN IMPROPER INFLUENCE!!!” beat for beat. 😂

Fun fact Angela put that scene together herself, an ad lib queen!

Favorite line of the whole movie "Get yo shit ! Get yo shit ! And Get Out !!!! " Miss Angela Bassett did that ! 💅🏾❤

I’m glad savannah told her mom like it is because the mama is being too thirsty and mosey for her daughter to be with trifling Kenneth

Yessss, this is a movie for every woman who has fallen for the wrong man and got hurt badly but MATURED and grew from what they went through. That's why this movie will always be a classic. It teaches something.

Leaving Angela Basset for a ww is crazy

Not Kenya Moore haircare herself!!🤣🤣

The ages of each actress at the time of filming: Angela Bassett (Bernie) 36 Whitney Houston (Savannah) 31 Lela Rochon (Robin) 30 Loretta Devine (Gloria) 45 We know they made Whitney's character, Savannah, older, 33, but I feel that everyone else's ages were what they were in real life because it really fit for their situations/demeanors. It made sense that Gloria had a teenage son. It made sense that Bernie was in an 11-year marriage with pre-pubescent kids. Lastly, it made sense that Robin and Savannah were naive, dating around and childless. If she didn't have her own place, I would have believed Robin was 25 based on the decisions she made. But having a nice place and a dog made her real age of 30 make sense looking back.

The only one who didn't sleep with somebody's man was Gloria.🤣🥴🤦

I literally quote this movie all the time still to this day. “He’s a good man Savannah.” Also, I think this is one of my absolute favorite movie soundtracks of all time. ✨

That "Boy if you don't get..." was hilarious. It describes most of the men in that film with the exception of Wesley Snipes and Gregory Hines characters.

I think the dolls on Robin's shelf represent how naive she was and her future role as a mother.

Can we talk about what an amazing actress Whitney was? Goodness

That quick Yes from Robin sends me every time 😂😂😂

Whitney walking gracefully into that room scared all them ladies at the table.... lol...

“I wouldn’t even add him to the tally, it didn’t happen”😂 #girlmath

“You raggedy b****!” 😂😂😂😂😂

Ohhh how I miss Nippy. This film was such a beautiful experience for her. Whitney was a lonely soul, especially towards the end of her life. She had friends but they were the wrong kind of friends and deep down she knew it. Over the years she always kept in touch with Loretta and Lela, Angela too at times. She would always ask them to come see her and they would plan for the future but it was too late. Whitney loved these women and although she was asked to do the whole soundtrack she wanted to showcase all of the black female talent of that time. As a child these women were goddesses and now at 32 I’m still watching them shine. I think Nippy was more proud of this film than The Bodyguard. Excellent commentary.

Savannah's mom had no respect for her daughter not only that she was putting her daughters life in danger by setting her up WITH A MARRIED MAN. What happens if his wife found out? And lets not forget John has lost 1.5 mil to Bernidine does anyone think his lover is going to stick around after she learns about that? There's a book about what happens after this movie sad thing is Beridine got with a guy but he's sucking her dry financially.

Now that I’m an adult I can relate to Angela Bassett’s character. I build up my ex ( then boyfriend ), loaned him money when he lost his job, and supported him just for him to cheat on me with his “ best friend “ that he told me not to worry about.

Bernie situation is scary. We expect that our husbands will protect and provide especially if we're being so supportive. I always cheer as shes burning his ish! I love this movie, and yesss the soundtrack is IT!!! And that is my favorite song too girl OMG! When I was younger my fathers girlfriend looked like Robin and her name was Robin lol and she could sing we used to sing that song all the time!!! Good memories!!

"GIRL WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FOR HIM TO SAY "I'MA CRACKHEAD!"' 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Angela Bassett is, was and always will be my favorite actress. Every movie I see her in, (except Vampire in Brooklyn) she is a single parent, struggling, but always making it in the end. She reminds me of my mom. Angela Bassett is, was and always will be my hero❤❤. I love her line "I'm not worried. You on the other hand should be."😂😂 I use it myself. Michael made me laugh with Robin. Working up a sweat when he didn't even do anything. "Does he think he just did something. I could've had a V8." 😂😂 Such a classic.

Everyone was so good looking in this movie, I remember as a child I was obsessed 😂. I shouldn't have even been allowed to watch it.

This movie still hits truth in the year 2024 and omg Angela Bassett deserved an Oscar for the scene she burned up his stuff. Every person who has ever been hurt in love felt her pain. I love this movie.

I know this movie wasn't necessarily made for us white girls...but it was still one of the best, most relatable movies I've ever seen. It covered the overwhelming pain of putting your faith in the wrong man. Angela Bassett is one of the best actresses of our time. ❤

My mom and sister saw this when it first came out and they said EVERYONE in the theater screamed and cheered when Westley Snipes came on scene. Apparently no one knew he was in the movie till then. Oh the 90s!

Bernadine didn't seem surprised when he brought up the other woman. But, she did seem surprised when he said he was leaving her.

The R&B girls today singing in cursive Girl I can’t 😂😂😂 you are my friend in my head

Hey! Waiting to Exhale is one of my favorite books, and I have it damn near committed to memory, so I can give you a little more insight. SPOILERS AHEAD! So in the book, Savannah’s character is pretty accurate to how she’s portrayed by Whitney in the film. The only thing that’s left out, is that she has a fling in the book slightly after she’s decided to stop seeing Kenneth, but before she actually tells him. The man who she sleeps with is someone she meets at a conference in Las Vegas, and she quickly falls for him and his vulnerability, only for him to ghost her after it’s over. It’s that situation, plus Kenneth reaching out to her that cause her to end the relationship. That, and in the book, Lionel actually meets her in Denver, and drives with her to Phoenix so that she’s safe. He’s more of a scam artist than portrayed here. They delve a bit more into her family relationships and such, and she does get a promotion in the end, which proves that she did in fact have it in her to make it as a producer. Robin’s character in the book is also somewhat accurate, but her subplots including her shopping addiction, and her parents’ ill health really do make her much more sympathetic. Her father is suffering from end stage Alzheimer’s, and her mom is a breast cancer survivor who has to now care for him full time, and is also not well. Her father’s eventual passing is what makes her finally see that life was too short for her to be waiting around on Russell. Bernie actually does begin to date James in the book, as his wife dies shortly after their encounter. The book touches a lot more on her possible addiction to Xanax, and the mental toll her divorce takes, which leads to depression, and a bad experience with anti depressants. John is outwardly much more of an Oreo than in the movie, and he does marry Kathleen, which also really hurts Bernie. She also gets about $3 mil in her divorce settlement, decides to open her catering company called Bernadine’s Sweet Tooth, and instead of the girls going to the Grand Canyon on NYE, she offers to fly them all to Paris. Gloria’s character probably deviates the most from all the other characters in the source material. They talk A LOT about her weight, as she’s much heavier than what we see on screen, and why she’s gotten so big. They also discuss why her dating life is why it is, because she kept ending up with men who didn’t do right by her, and emotionally ate as a result. She also didn’t want to keep confusing Tarek, so she gained weight and shut herself off so that she could protect them both. Joseph (the male hairstylist that spills the tea on Bernie) has a much bigger role, and Marvin’s portrayal is pretty accurate. The biggest difference, is that she has a heart attack towards the end of the book and almost dies, but Marvin finds her and saves her, and that is what causes them to commit to each other, and Tarek leaves after this happens. Gloria commits to her weight loss, and Marvin reassures her that he still will love her regardless. Obviously the movie would be hella long had they included all of this, but I hope this gives a bit more insight!

John hated the fact that because of her he made it so big and resented her for that. If there should be a sequel he would be worse off cause I doubt that woman he left her for is gonna further him like she did

I’ve seen that anger in my mother (Bernadine’s). That’s why this movie resonated so much for me growing up.

You know the slap was coming. I SAID "POP," damn near scared my whole office.

The soundtrack to this movie is my favorite soundtracks of all time.

The way you described Bernadette's feelings during that car burning scene was spot on! I've been where she was in that moment. Angela nailed that complicated blend of rage, sadness, confusion, and hurt feelings. Her story felt so real. Watching this movie after you've gone through some things can definitely knock the wind out of you.

Chanté Moore’s ‘Wey U” was my favorite song on the album, but the entire album is beautiful and requires no skips ❤

That "oh God I hope he not watching me walk away" scene is ICONIC!!

This movie’s soundtrack is top tier. Memories unlocked.

How could you call her baby was my jam. Lmao I loved this review. I didn’t realize how naive robin was. I used to think the heavyset guy was really into her and now I watched it and I can see he was totally selling her a dream. Whew Chile now im in my thirties and this movie hits so different. Married men trying to talk To you , men dream selling, women finding out they were a starter wife just ghetto. Can’t wait for the next review. I literally can watch your videos with a glass of wine and relax. Love it.

The part where Mykelti Williamson called Lela Rochon a raggedy ..... was hilarious

When this movie came out I could fill my gas tank for $10.00

I will FOREVER love that white dress Robyn is wearing when she is hanging out with Troy

“ I wanna stay, but I gotta take my mama to church in the morning” that is the most BS. Excuse I’ve ever heard in my life life.

It Hurts Like Hell was my favorite from the soundtrack. I listened to that song over and over when I separated from my husband. Aretha's voice is so hauntingly beautiful on that track. She conveyed so much emotion.

Whitney Houston “Why does it hurt so bad” such an emotional song. Thank you for the review.

Such a good video. The scene where Michael was trying to put the condom on stuck out to me the last time I watched this movie because it was my 1st time really watching it as an adult. It seems to me that he was only pretending to put it on. If you pay attention, when he tries to get on top of Robin, you see him throw it off the side of the bed. It made me so mad to see it

Looking at this movie now that I'm older all 4 of them had to see the dirt in their lives to crossover to the light! It was major growth in all their characters

Someone told me if you give a man everything he will resent you

Robin-"You need some help?" Micheal-"No" I always crack up with Michael's delivery of no and that side eye. Hahaha😂

My two favorite songs on the soundtrack is Brandy's "Sitting up in my room" and Mary J Blige "Not Gon' Cry." I STILL keep those two on heavy rotation on my playlist.

How could you call her baby is my favorite on the album too!! Babyface stuck his whole foot in that soundtrack

I have to say the fashions were iconic as well. I want Bernadine's fit in the garage sale scene! The sundress is sundressin'! My favorite song from the soundtrack was Brandy's Sittin' Up in My Room.

This was an incredible movie, written by Forest Whitaker and featuring an all star cast.

This was the original “for colored girls”

"Oh, but later... she gets angry" LOLOLOL GIRL, I HOLLERED.

When you said, " Too busy singing in cursive," it took me out 😂😂😂. Movies and soundtracks were off the chain in this era. I love your videos.

This soundtrack had me pretend signing divorce paper during 7th grade lunchtime

In the sequel 15 years laterl: John came back to Bernadine with a pitiful mouth and full of "sorries". The White woman left him for a younger man and abandoned their daughter who took a liking to Bernadine; Savannah started dating and moved in with a White man who wanted to marry her. She kept stalling so he bade her adieu; Gloria married Marvin. Unfortunately, he was killed in a bank robbery. Needless to say she was afraid to move forward with her life. Tariq became a cop and was happily married with two kids; Bernadine if I remember correctly found someone else. Her daughter came home for college break to reveal she was LGBT and was sweet on her classmate. The girl spent Winter break with her and Bernadine. But they broke up; I forgot what happened with Lela Rochon's character. Book: "It's Not All Downhill From Here".

Having a favorite song from that soundtrack is impossible, they ALL are hits! Count on me, Sitting up in my room, Kissing you, and Let it flow are my top 4 from it. Watching this commentary, it’s crazy how the dating scene really hasn’t changed much. It’s actually worse. Anyways thank you for this, can’t wait to watch the next one 😊

R.I.P Whitney Houston ❤

Fun fact. The guy who Angela Bassett was dancing with in the club name is Luis sharpe. I was friends with his daughter Leah. They both were heavy on drugs. She became a stripper and was killed in Arizona of all places. Dumped in a alley .

They were all beautiful ❤️ women ....Loretta Devine has such a beautiful face. When she was younger she was STUNNING ( Dream girls). She should sing more often.

Baby when I seen Robin in that white dress I knew I liked women Lela Rashon was my first girl crush this movie changed my life 😅😅😅

John STAYED gaslighting Bernadine.

As an adult I definitely see myself in Robin. I’m def a hopeless romantic like Robin and would sometimes step out of what ik just to see how things would go and always seeing the good in bs men but thank God I always choose myself!

I know this is a whole time consuming chore, but if you did a commentary on The Jacksons: An American Dream I'D DIE!

The song "Count On Me" toward the end of the film touches me to the heart. It reminds me of my late cousin because she would always tell me when I'm down and needed to talk to her, I can always count on her.

The soundtrack is a masterpiece! I love and miss this era. Black Cinema Soundtracks, during that time, were GOLD. Every song could relate to the movie. Each song automatically takes you back to a specific scene of said movie.

"Hurt so Bad" was my favorite tune in this movie.

Soo many classic scenes from this movie. The makeup and wardrobe classic also. So many lessons were taught.

I got mad hungryyyyyy when she started naming the foooood ! 😂😂

Sitting up in my room is my favorite. That bass line!

I was attracted to the fat dude who was into Lela rochon. In the book they saw each other for a long while, they didn't cast an actor who fit the novel description. And she got super pissed when she dumped him and he moved on. That's why the club scene was so significant

I'm trying to train my body to sleep during the day and these videos have kept me up. The "girlllll" always kills me 😂

Well I’m four hours deep into these videos and loving it. Great perspectives and breakdowns. I was a child when I watched these and had no idea what I was really sing.

I loovvvveee Gloria's walk after meeting Marvin.

For John, it was never about specifically hurting her, it was all a business move, and that makes his character a little bit more complex. He stayed ahead of her by putting everything under him while she funded without actual reimbursement. The move to a white wife is more than likely another business move. He probably doesn't even like her either. He's a successful businessman making too large of moves, leading to his downfall.

Can you do Love Jones next? That soundtrack was also 🔥

I’m convinced this movie has the same casting director as soul food good review making me wanna do one 😊

Did you know that Angela Bassett improvised the entire closet scene????

The mardi gra mask in the back seat😂 7:37