*LOVE SIMON* was so WHOLESOME and HEARTWARMING!!! (Movie First Reaction) 

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Simon thinking every guy who is nice to him is gay and into him is LITERALLY the gay experience (at least for me)

Simons actor said in an interview that him playing this role gave his younger brother the courage to come out to his family and that just makes my heart so happy

Jennifer Garner’s speech gets me every time, I knew it’d break one of you lol.

that scene with the dad outside 🥹, man. i could see the tears welling up in bryce’s eyes😅

I read the book before the movie came out and I much prefer the book ending where Simon and Bram's kiss are more private. Feels more intimate and natural. Having it be public with all the cheering is just so weird lol. But glad you guys loved the movie!

Seeing this in theatres with a whole bunch of queer people was such a beautiful and healing experience. It’s certainly nothing super groundbreaking but having a happy gay film where no one dies and the parents are awesome is so rare. I’m so glad you all enjoyed it and I hope you’ll consider reacting to even more queer media in the future.

Ya’ll should watch HeartStopper, it’s a cute little love story.

The "You get to exhale now." gets me every time. after being closeted for my whole child hood and hearing that soon after I came out, that line just hits like a bag of rocks.

The scene with the mom was so real, Jennifer really knocked it out the park with that whole speech. It’s one of the few times a movie explains gay self discovery so well. And the dad scene too. A lot of the times we overlook how the parents feel too, when I came out I had to also learn to be patient with my parents and how they might feel.

“The scenes with the parents always get me.” Same, dude. It’s the ✨ *childhood trauma* ✨ from having virtually no emotional support or comfort for me.

This movie made me ugly cry when I saw it in theaters. I'm so glad you guys finally got to watch it!

“I thought we could sign up for Grindr together” is the sweetest line in the whole movie 😂

The scene where Simon says his coming out is supposed to be about him and Martin took that away from him always makes me cry. Being outed is so scary. A lot of ppl in my life know I'm bi but there's still a bunch of ppl I don't want to know, I couldn't imagine someone taking that away from me.

In the book Leah did like Nick and she talked about it with Simon, she was also AWFUL to Abby because she was jealous of Nick liking Abby. Simon thought she was helping and she was mad at simon was in regards to Simon messing with her and Nick's relationship. Leah liked Nick so much in the book she used to like make drawings and shit about him. She never reconciled the same way with Simon, and put distance with her and Nick once he started dating Abby. BUT in the sequel to the book (after the movie events) Leah is the main character and in an attempt to get back with her friends like before she started to try being friends with Abby and eventually fell for her. Abby was having issues with Nick too and trusting Leah. They eventually became a couple and even remained together when they went off to college. That's the one storyline i didn't like the movie changing. Giving her feelings for Simon kinda made it seem like she was putting some of her anger at him for not liking her back which felt weird. Whereas in the book (she wasn't a good friend either) but it made more sense because Simon used her actual real feelings for Nick as a plan rather than being considerate of her trust. Nick also didn't fall out with Simon after the truth was revealed in the book. In fact, they went to a gay club together lmaoo. And lastly, Cal (13 reasons why actor from the play) WAS queer (he was bi) and WAS interested in Simon. They had more little moments in the book. However when Simon asked if he was blue he said no, and while he had explicitly said he was interested in Simon, Simon had deeper feelings for Blue at this point so he rejected him. Just because the movie taking that storyline away also makes it feel more like Simon and Blue's relationship is based entirely on Blue being the only other gay guy at school apart from that other kid. But he wasn't. AAAAND Blue's race and religion play a bigger role in the book too, it was like an actual plot point how Simon never fully realised who blue was because for the most part he was thinking of a white christian guy, when it was a black non-christian guy (can't remember if bram was jewish or muslim in the book).

jennifer garner’s speech always makes me cry, her words hold so much meaning and sincerity - they casted her role so well

I’m so glad y’all finally reacted to this! I went to see this with mom in theaters to help me come out to her and we both ugly cried afterwards. I love y’all and this reaction!!

I forgot how tense this movie made me feel. I remember watching this in the theater and hearing the mom say "When you were little, you were so carefree. But these last few years, more and more, it was almost like I can feel you holding your breath" she described my entire life with just that sentence alone. I remembered feeling like someone's hand was always wrapped over my mouth tightly anytime I tried to utter the word "gay". It literally made me so depressed I just did not want to be alive. Its one of the worse feelings in the world, but I'm so happy I learned to accept it and be myself. I've never felt the saying of a rock being lifted off of my shoulders until I came out. I love this movie It really captures the true feelings of the queer experience it really shocked me. (PS the burp part had me laughing 🤣)

“… you get to exhale now, Simon” still always makes me 😿

💘If you want to see the sweetest couple EVER, watch the series HEARTSTOPPER!💘

I cried so hard during this movie, honestly. For a little while, I got to live vicariously through someone who gets to have a family who's supportive when they come out, and I got to have the coming out experience that I never will.

There's a series called Love, Victor that's based off of this film if your interested in watching.

I’m surprised y’all left Rob inhaling the burp in the video cause ya it was gross but I was in tears laughing. He was really trying to play it off like nothing happened but just died inside 😂

seeing this movie in theaters was the final catalyst for me looking at myself, my sexuality, and coming to terms with it. it has such a special place in my heart ❤🏳️‍🌈

The guy who plays Bram/Blue was in an iconic Australian Tween Drama called Dance Academy. He’s so talented! Loved this reaction guys🥰

i really like this movie but one thing about it makes me so angry every time and that's his friends reactions. they make it all about themselves and not the fact that their friend was blackmailed and outted. how simon messes them was messed up, sure, but the 3 of them figure things out on their own and were totally fine yet their friend was isolated and outted against his will. tbh when someone comes out it's bad form to make it about yourself and that's exactly what leah and the other friends do (though abby's initial reaction was great!) ughhhhhhh I hate it. but the rest of it I really love so I tend to rewatch it a lot haha. Simon and Bram's story is sort of continued in the Hulu show Love, Victor if you all were interested. great reaction !

You guys have quickly become one of my favorite reaction channels😂I laughed so hard at 27:12 But I love this movie I wouldn't shut up about it when it came out (pun not intended) I'm so glad you guys watching it!

I love that y'all loved the movie and were happy that Blue was Bram. I remember being so ecstatic that it was Bram and not anyone else. The book was so touching and the movie didn't let me down when I first saw it.

this movie was (and still) my safe place when I came out because it was not an easy time for me. It has such a comfort message cause it made feel proud and brave and not guilty for who I am. I'm so glad you reacted to this 🥺🥺💗💗

I was a passive kid in highschool, but if someone like that Martin guy was blackmailing me for something like that, I'd rip the phone out of his hands, run off and chuck it in a swimming pool or something. As someone who has had to come out more than once, it is a scary thing and to lose all control over how to do it is even more scary. I'm glad it worked out in the end for Simon, but that whole plotline gave me so much anxiety.

This movie was such a tear jerker. Cause everyone struggles with having the feelings of being into same sex or being into both. It's not something you choose. I think people tend to forget that. Majority of all straight men has been curious or experimented as a teen or later on in life but it doesn't effect them because it was something to try or these days I know so many men with girlfriends and kids but still mess with guys on the low but they still consider themselves straight. This movie really touched me and it is phenomenal

This reaction was so sweet and wholesome. You guys are just pure comfort 😊♥️

I was juuust about to quit watching RU-vid vids, but then you guys popped up on my fyp, and with one of my favourite movies no less xd I love your reactions, you’re so funny and sweet without being super loud, which I appreciate a lot :3

Beautiful, beautiful movie... I remember watching this for the first time on a flight to Vegas with relatives. The uncle that I used to live with at the time (100% straight, at least as far as I know 😄) was sitting right next to me, which made it very hard to emotionally react to some scenes, since as a gay and asexual person I was obviously touched by the movie but was still “living in the closet” (I hate that expression btw) and just wasn’t ready to come out (even though people knew.. people tend to almost always know, so if they react as jerks that’s just a testament to the evil in their hearts.) I was already entering my mid twenties when the experience of watching this movie in the plane happened. To make things even more interesting yet complicated, I was in love with a guy I saw on a weekly basis who maintained a 100% straight persona and yet started to show feelings for me and respectfully flirt. So, yeah: many people go into their twenties maintaining a fully straight image because that’s what the majority is or expects. Anyway, you guys are great! Every time I see guys who are supposedly 100% straight watch movies that are usually deemed girly or gay (as if those terms were derogatory, and thankfully we’re arriving at a day and age when they’re NOT derogatory terms) it warms my heart. There’s nothing more beautiful than men reaching that emotional maturity and respectfulness that society has been in deep need for centuries... probably even longer than that. Keep up the good work, guys! I love your channel. Btw: here are some fun movie recommendations of various genres that would make great reactions for the channel: School of Rock (2003) Copycat (1995) Empire Records (1995) Brokeback Mountain (2005) Fear (1996) The Last Song (2010) Disobedience (2017) Se7en (1995) Just My Luck (2006) Batman Begins (2005) What’s Eating Gilbert Grape (1993) Speed (1994) The Mask (1994) The following two are kid-friendly “guilty” pleasures (😆) Scooby-Doo (2002) Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004)

The guy who played Bram is bisexual in real life and the guy in the coffee shop came out as gay after the movie and the blond guy who Simon asked if he was Blue is also gay in real life.

first time watching y’all and i’m already crying- here to stay forever now 😭

I remember seeing this in theaters twice and I loved every second of it. The book is great too. People probably missed it, but when Simon walks away at the lunch table to talk to Nick about Leah, Martin turns to Abby and says "What happens when you mix Black and Jewish...Blue-ish." Super subtle hint at the reveal, not sure how Martin knew or if he was just being Martin saying that.

jennifer garner’s scene connecting with simon wasn’t even going to be in the original script, but she insisted on it. wanted to share bc knowing that made me even more in love w her

Jesus I needed this video. I was depressed tonight, and this made me smile. I saw Love Simon on opening night in 2018 and saw it like three more times in theaters. I just found your channel through this video, and I’m so happy I did. Thanks guys! Great video

I never don’t tear up at jenefer Garners speech to him it just makes me so emotional for so many reasons

Great reaction guys! I’m happy to see that 5 years later this movie is still being appreciated. I think you all would love a movie called “Moonlight.” It’s a beautifully shot and written lgbt Drama.

the dude in jets beanie is my literal favourite he’s so goofy i love it

21:16 i cant stop laughing 😭😭

I just found your reaction videos like a week ago, I love them. I ugly cried the first time I watched this movie with my wife and friends, and I got teary watching 3 (presumably) straight white guys watch it too. Y'all are honestly great.

Such a good movie and Zuff is right, the mystery of it keeps you on your toes. I've heard that the Jennifer Garner scene was kinda on the spot and she took it into her own hands... everyone literally feels the message and love with what she said...

I'm so glad I saw the dad's second reaction scene (54:20) at home instead of in a movie theater. It induced some truly uncontrollable, convulsive sobbing that went on for a long while & would've disturbed everyone. I would've given a year of my life if my own dad had reacted that well. (He did come around eventually, but not like this, and not til many years later.)

I loved this reaction. You are really good at anticipating twists so it was kinda nice to see you be happily surprised. Your reaction to his talks with both his parents had me in tears. And your reaction to Martin made me smile. I loved the movie and seeing this reaction reminded me of all the reasons why. This movie had so many strong moments but the one that hit me the most was the vice principal and the pride pin after Simon was outed by Martin. Such a little thing but so meaningful.

I watched this in the cinema with my step mum just after I came out as trans and it actually helped her accept me and my transition. I’m glad you enjoyed this as it’s a very important movie to me. Also you would totally love Heartstopper! It’s like this but English and way more wholesome and emotional.

Aw, it's such a pleasure to have this movie reaction where it's the first time reaction for all three of you!! Especially because it's always fun to see people keep guessing on who Blue is till the very end haha. This movie does a REALLY good job with throwing you off with red herrings 😂 Like, I'd even read the book myself and knew that Blue was Bram going into the movie, but the film shook things up so much even I was doubting who Blue was going to be by the end lmao. Also, if it helps - Simon and Bram's get-together in the books was very private! They were still at the carnival, but it and just the two of them sitting on the curb (no school audience lol) and their first kiss was also private (just the two of them in the car in the rain)

As a gay man, I was amazed when this movie came out and had a PG-13 rating and was being shown in theaters across the US. Normally the MPAA just automatically gives films with lead gay characters an R rating and the films get limited releases. I live in a mid-sized rural city and have had to drive hours away to either the nearest metropolitan area or nearest megapolitan area to specific theaters if I wanted to see other films with LGBTQ+ leads. Then the film did really well at the box office as well which made me happy because I took that as a sign that studios and the MPAA would be willing to make more films with LGBTQ+ lead characters as part of the stories. And I definitely enjoy the movie. My niece and several of her friends had already read the book the film is based on so they went to see the film on opening day in our rural city. She liked it so much that she kept on pestering me, her guncle, to go see it. Some friends and I went to see it and everyone enjoyed it, too….both on how real the characters seem and how real the story felt, especially for those of us who are LGBTQ+. This film has become a favorite to watch from time to time. It’s definitely among my favorite coming of age LGBTQ+ movies alongside Get Real and Beautiful Thing, among others. I’ve definitely watched this film about as many times as I’ve watched The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green….which is a comedy based on a comic strip that used to appear in LGBTQ+ newspapers across the country (including the one that was/is published in my state). It also has some celebrities in it in roles similar to Simon’s parents. And The Brokenhearts Club which stars celebrities like Dean Cain (who was starring as Clark Kent/Superman at the time on tv in the show Lois & Clark) and several others. Better Than Chocolate is a film that’s a favorite that my lesbian and bi/pan women friends and I enjoy watching together. Definitely has some great moments in it that make me laugh and cry. Anyways, I’m getting off track. I’m glad you reacted to this film and enjoyed it. It’s definitely considered a milestone for LGBTQ+ folks for both its wide release (instead of what was more common before it of limited releases) and it’s PG-13 rating (since prior to it an openly LGBTQ+ character in any lead role usually meant the film was rated R). And completely agree Jennifer Garner’s speech is just soooo good! Great reaction and commentary! Thanks for making and sharing this!!!

I’m so happy you guys watch this. This movie will always hold a special spot in my heart. Happy y’all really enjoyed this movie. Hulu made a spin off series to this movie which takes place a few years following events to love Simon. It’s called Love, Viktor. You guys might find it interesting.

This has become one of my favorite books and movies! All of the one on one scenes with his family and friends get me every time. Thanks for the reaction!

Love that you guys reacted to this movie 👍🏻One of my favorites. Keep up the great content!

Awnn, so lovely how you guys enjoyed this movie. It's a great one. I cried again with the mom moment. ❤️

Simon's conversation with his mother breaks my heart every time

You guys were so much fun to watch! I loved your commentary. Got a subscriber!

Love Victor is a three season show on Hulu that is set in the same universe as this movie. It's so good. Garrett has so much more relevance in the book. He's Bram's best friend, and Bram got a lot of Garrett's moments since they made Bram talk more. In the book Bram barely says anything to Simon because cute boys make him nervous.

I really enjoy watching y'all's reactions! This movie is awesome and glad y'all viewed it. Love, Simon always leaves me with mixed emotions. Happy and sad/jealous at the same time because while I wished my coming out was this relatively positive mine was instead quite the opposite. Having relationships with family and friends being completely destroyed really sucks. Nobody likes hearing their mom call them filth, but real life is rarely like the movies. Anyway, you guys a great and your reactions are always fun so continue the good work fellas!

one of my fav reactions from you guys!!!

this movie came out and i was obsessed w it! It was my favorite movie for the longest! It made me relate so much to him in different ways.

Excellent! I've watched several of your movie reactions but not subscribed until now. Thanks for this one! 👍

27:00 killed me💀😭😂

I LOOOOVE BRAM AND SIMON SO MUCH. I'm in love with Bram actually lol. This is one of my comfort movies and I loved watching it with you guys ❤

@ReelTimeYT I don’t know if any of the three of you are married yet, but after watching most of your videos i think each of you will be unbelievable husbands and fathers. You are each such kind, empathic and best of funny people. Thank you for sharing yourselves with all of us💗

This had been my comfort movie for years now, I watch it over and over and never get tired of it

you guys are so thoughtful and cool, im here for it.

I really love your reactions guys, i love this Chanel so much ♡♡ thanks for react to Love Simon♡♡

This was so wholesome to watched. Watched love Simon like 5 times and I'm always so awed

I saw this movie in theaters with a group of friends and this movie was so so so good! The scene with the mom telling Simon he can exhale gets me every time. Watching this movie, as a gay person, is just beautiful. Oh! And the scene where they come out as straight 😂😂. So good 👌 like always, loved your video and can’t wait for the next!

This movie makes me cry EVERYTIME. I love this movie and relate to it so much ❤

to this day still cry every time i watch this

A fellow Love, Simon fan(atic) and dear friend just sent this link to me. I watched the whole thing. Loved your reactions to this awesome movie. So glad you got the power of it. ❤

Sending some love from Pittsburgh!❤️😍

I absolutely adore this movie. I saw it while I was in high school and coming to the realization that I was gay, and this movie helped me feel much safer and just less scared about how my family and friends would react to me coming out. And while not everyone took me coming out well like in the movie, it still helped give me the courage to embrace myself fully and for that I will be forever grateful. Thanks for reacting to this movie guys!!! It was a great video

i still have my ticket from when this movie came out i’m so happy you guys reacted to it

Bryce, you're so sensitive.. that was so beautiful. I'm subscribing

This movie is super underrated. I also read the book before seeing the move. Great reaction by you guys.

I was literally about to request this movie but yall already did it

Such a good movie. Brings back memories of my own experience coming out. Really enjoyed your reaction, you got a new subscriber :)

now we need Love, Victor reaction ❤️

You're right that in the real world many people don't have the same rosy response when they come out to their parents. But it's still good to have a textbook response like this out in the ether, and hopefully it'll reach and imprint in the minds of the straight people who see this, so that when their friend, sibling, or child comes out to them, they would know the right things to do.

I love your jacket rob!!

His name is Abraham, he shortens it to Bram :) I don't think it was in the movie but in the book he gave a hint about having the name of a past president.

Thanks for the reaction guys! As always a great one, you guys are tje sweetest! I always have a great time watching your videos. I would suggest you to watch Young Royals, is about drama and is really entertaining, I would love to watch your reactions on that show. Lots of love from Chile 💛🇨🇱

The name Simon picked is because Jacques a dit… is the French version of Simon Says. The clues were all there for Blue anytime he wanted to look for them.

Love this movie! Great reaction guys. Thanks for posting! ✌🏻😉✌🏻

I like when you guys got emotional

Thanks, Bryce! Thanks, Rob! Thanks, Zuff! 💗 I loved this one... very relatable. #ReelTime #GregBerlanti #LoveSimon

y'all make my weeks! keep it up besties 🫶

I stopped what I was watching to watch this! love the parents 🥹

idk why it was so funny when he said blue and green make purple 😭

As someone else said, I’d love for you to react to Heartstopper. I think it navigates the theme much better to a depth that is hardy achieved on screen and that surprisingly stays light and bright.

Loved this one ♥️ thank you for heart warming

I can’t help but cry everytime I both of the parents scenes

I love you guys' open hearts!

I love the dad's speech. He made me cry with that ish. Also please watch Heartstopper and The Geography Club. 💖

Ahh i remember watching this in the theaters and i loved it

I read the book before seeing the movie but it was still an experience

Another great movie review. Outstanding job and analysis.

You guys are ADORABLE. Ughh Amazing reaction