Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3 - The Almost Perfect Finale (Part 3) 

It's here, the final Sam Raimi Spider-Man video! Thank you all for your patience, kind words, and support. I hope you enjoy and I hope Sam somehow sees these videos someday. Much Love, Alex

It bums me out that people have actually said to Sam Raimi’s face that they hate him. As The Green Goblin said “In spite of everything you’ve done for them, eventually they’ll hate you.”

The “I forgive you” hits insanely hard when you really think about it

Honestly May's reaction to Peter saying sandman was dead gives a lot of emotion. It kinda gives the impression that she knows he's Spider-Man. And her reaction gives the shock that she has to take in that her child "killed" sandman

There’s not a bone in my body that’s capable of ever hating Sam Raimi. The man created art that means far too much to me to ever hate him.

I hate the fact that Raimi blames himself for Sony’s mistakes

I love how Norman dies trying to kill peter and harry dies saving peter showing how Harry in the end rose above his father

Even if a lot of people didn't like this movie, it still has heart, a great message, characters we care about and the charisma of Raimi's Spider-Man films. I still love it even with its flaws.

This movie is proof that the worst thing a studio can do is interfere with the creative process

Never seen a RU-vidr empathize with behind the scenes like this. Everyone just attacks films and directors. Very original and amazing.

Can we just take a second to appreciate the amount of effort this man has put into making this video?

I like how you're looking into MJ's point of view, most fans say she was poorly written but it only looks that way because we see Peter's point of view. I like how you looked into the point of the view of the characters that most fans ignore

Also, I find the “damn door!” an underrated bit of symbolism. When we are introduced to the Door, MJ is struggling to get through. She mentions that it keeps getting in her way, making it difficult for her to reach Peter. See where I’m going with this? The Door symbolizes the way Peter is keeping himself, his true self, from others. People - Mary Jane, Aunt May, even Ursula - have to work to get into his room, to get to *Peter.* When Peter is under the influence of the Symbiote, consumed by his ego and convinced he is right above all others, he yells at the landlord: “You’ll get your rent when you fix this *damn door!”* He is convinced that the barrier between himself and others is not his responsibility to fix, that others owe it to him to fix it for him (I know that it’s the landlord’s job to fix stuff on the property they rent out, but I’m looking at this from a purely symbolic perspective, not a literal one). When MJ wants to talk to Peter after it is revealed that his uncle’s killer is still at large, she goes to his room, working her way past the Door. When Aunt May is worried about him and gives him the talk about forgiving himself, she again goes to his room, pushing through the Door. However, at the end of the movie, once Peter has reopened himself to others, he reaches out to Mary Jane, leaving his room, going past the Door to see Mary Jane, taking it upon himself to reach her.

Something I noticed about Eddie is that he shoots with a DSLR, something fast and easier, it’s a shortcut. Peter shoots on film, a process that takes longer to get better results, it’s more honesty in this pictures

Sony: Put Venom in the movie Sam Rami: Am I not allowed to have what I want, what I need?

unpopular opinion: this is my favorite movie of the trilogy. I think the other two are amazing but idk what it is i just really like this movie.

That intro breaks my heart. Sam Raimi did his absolute best with this film even with all the crap he had to juggle just to make this film work. That alone deserves praise. I really hope Raimi sees the resurgent love for Spider-Man 3 and realizes that not everyone hated what he did and that even those who don't like this movie recognize that it is not his fault the film turned out the way it did.

No Mr. Raimi, we don't hate you. In fact, I could easily say we love you for the amazing trilogy you brought us.

Spider Man 3 was not a bad movie... it just had bad luck...

despite being pressured into dipping venom into the story, sam surprisingly made this movie... pretty well, despite his lack of knowledge and interest in venom, he STILL managed to make the movie hold up to some extent and i honestly respect him even more for that

Harry dying and then reflecting on his and peters friendship is what really got to me. Thinking about all the mistakes they made and in the end reaching forgiveness is enough to make a grown man cry.

Spider Man 1- Responsibility Spider Man 2- Choice Spider Man 3- Forgiveness

HiTop, This puts a tear to my eye. You don't have to pay rent this month.

Wow, you've made the spiderman trilogy feels so artistic and beautiful. Thank you.

I just re-watched this, and it was so emotionally powerful and poignant. Harry's death calling Peter his best friend, Aunt May recounting the story of Uncle Ben proposing to her on the beach and her thinking the ring was "the sun", Peter forgiving Sandman for killing Uncle Ben. The acting, the writing, all so good. Yes, obviously the dance scenes and mascara are absolute memes, but man still so good.

Spider-Man 1 “Who am I?” “I’m Spider-Man” Spider-Man 3 “Who are you?” “I don’t know” Damn that’s powerful

Dude, I feel so bad for Sam.... somebody seriously needs to tell him how much of an impact he has made in all our lives, and show him this video too :)

One thing I appreciate about Spider-Man 3 is that it starts with Spider-Man swinging through New York and ends with Peter Parker, rather than vice versa like the previous two films, to remind us that this is the story of Spidey's fall and Peter's rise

The third act of this film is the best part of this film. I love how Peter finally gets closure, was able to admit to the bad things he's done. Harry forgave Peter for what happened to his father. Both were able to let go of that vengeance they've been carrying throughout the trilogy. That's what I love about this film.

Sony: Put venom in the movie Sam Raimi: Thats outrageous.. done

I almost cried at the end, absolutely incredible how much the films have inspired people everywhere.

I'm glad you mentioned the symbiote being a metaphor for substance abuse. It was something I never thought about as a kid of course, but when I got older and went through my own trials with addiction, it really connected with me all these years later. I'm glad it was included, I just wish it was specific to Spiderman/Peter, THEN maybe Eddie in the possible 4th movie.

Spiderman 3 was always my favorite as a kid, I loved laughing at Bully Maguire every time I watched it, but every time I see it now and listening to Raimi's commentary on his plans before venom was forced into the movie, I genuinely think it would've easily topped 2 as Raimi's masterpiece,

“You can do 99 things for someone and all they'll remember is the one thing you didn't do”

Sony: Add Venom. Raimi - No, I don't think-- Sony - NO ONE SAYS NO TO ME!!

Spider-Man 3 is definitely one of those movies I have see-sawed on over the years, but there is a beating heart at its core that brings me back to it again and again. I love the story that Sam and Ivan Raimi and Alvin Sargent decided to tell and think it still shines through in the final product in spite of the film's messy screenplay. Ego, humility and forgiveness - these are classic Spider-Man themes and make for a satisfying conclusion to an overall amazing trilogy and some of my favourite movies ever.

This exploration into the Raimi verse was legitimately beautiful. Subbed.

*Sees runtime of 51 minutes.* He's really gonna put some dirt in my eye.

Spider-Man 1: One last swing after he refused to be with the love of his life. Spider-Man 2: One last swing after he has gotten with The love of his life and finally gotten everything he ever wanted. Spider-Man 3: A slow dance with the love of his life after he has lost almost everything in his life. These movies are art

I think if they had just saved Venom to be the main villain for 4, the film could have been perfect. Peter could have discovered the symbiote in 3, used it against Sandman to get revenge, and then used it against Harry--scarring his face like he did in the actual film. However, upon seeing his friend permanently disfigured due to his actions, he realizes that the suit has blinded him with rage, just as Harry was blinded with rage by the death of his father. Peter would then get rid of the suit, and have one more fight with Harry, before helping Harry realize the truth: regardless of what they have put each other through, they are still best friends, and vengeance is not the way to solve their problems in life. By that point, they could bring Sandman down together, or maybe Harry sacrifices himself in some way, or maybe (still hearing the Goblin in his head), Harry decides to enter a psychiatric hospital to heal his mind so he'll no longer be a danger to Peter or anyone else. The film could then show the symbiote attaching itself to Eddie's clothing, while Peter and MJ dance and decide to mend their relationship, like in the actual film.

Alternate title: Why Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 3 is a Misunderstood Masterpiece.

"I am so high, I can hear Heaven." - Peter's ego at the beginning of SM3

Me after Spider-Man 4 being cancelled: 🎶 “I’m through with love, I’ll never love again” 🎶

Spider-Man 3 was always my favourite from the three

Great video again. I want to add to your analysis of the church scene too, and the impact of the meaning of Peter saying "You want forgiveness? Get religion." After the Jazz club scene, and after Peter realizes what he's become, he's broken, and wants to repent for what he's done as well. He doesn't just go to a bell tower to get rid of the symbiote. He goes to church to repent. The same church Eddie is at, and we see a contrast here in what the core difference between Eddie and Peter is. They both go to church, but for different reasons. EDIT: Just finished watching the video. Thank you for making this series. You really helped me rediscover why I love Spider-Man so much in a time when I wasn't really sure about myself.

"if directors don't love something they shouldn't make it" that quote is so true...

Sam Raimi: but what about my Vulture? Sony: You'll get your Vulture when you make this damn film!

I grew up watching these 3 movies hundreds of times. I love spiderman 3. It wasn’t perfect but it did make me feel emotions at harrys death scene. And I think it’s a good movie.

This man really convinced me Spider-Man 3 was as good as Spider-Man 2. NO ONE does that.

"Kirsten Dunst agreed to do the third film with the condition that Mary Jane did not serve as a damsel in distress in the third act. This was agreed upon by executives and Sam Raimi; originally the climax involved Eddie Brock kidnapping Gwen Stacy and holding her hostage, as he was sure that Peter was in love with Gwen. Mary Jane still played a big part in the climax with her most notable cut scene: Mary Jane went to Harry and made a passionate speech about forgiveness, prompting him to go and help Peter. This scene was filmed, and some of the dialogue can be heard in the trailers (”We’ve all done terrible things to each other, but we have to forgive each other. Or everything we ever were will mean nothing... On the DVD commentary, Sam Raimi commented further on changing the ending, saying that in order to finish the film on time, they had to rewrite things to put Mary Jane in danger. He admitted that telling Kirsten Dunst was one of the hardest things he’d done in a long time in the movie making business. Aside from this, many scenes were either written or filmed and cut from the finished product.." The production of the climax scenes of Mary Jane being in peril left Kirsten Dunst very depressed and exhausted and she soon entered rehab for depression when she wrapped the spider-man 3 promo tour.

Dude, I was literally just thinking about this video and wondering “When is Alex gonna release Raimi part 3?” Lol.

You forget the best quote in the movie “ You know, I guess one person can make a difference” -Stan Lee

Haven’t watched this movie in a while… Im over here tearing up at the scene at the end with Harry. The nostalgia and feels hit hard.

Murray: Let me get this straight. You think that Spider-man 3 is a good movie? Joker: I do. And I'm tired of pretending it's not.

“This is balls on a filmmaker” HE SAID IT, HE SAID THE THING

I loved this movie when I first watched in theatre in 2007. Absolutely loved it. Still love it. Yeah! I still think about this Trilogy every day. It's very close to my heart.

I've watched your entire series on the Raimi trilogy now, and it's almost uncanny how much I agree with all your points; it's like you've managed to put my own thoughts on these movies into words far more eloquently and comprehensively than I ever could myself - especially in regard to the third one. These are genuinely some of the best video essays I've ever seen on RU-vid!

The almost perfect finale that was never even meant to be the finale.

The scene where Peter tells Aunt May that Spider-Man killed Sandman is even more heartbreaking when you realize that Spider-Man 2 implied that she knows his secret identity. She’s seeing the man she raised happily tell her that he killed a man.

I love the change to Bens death, i think it adds a lot too it. A good person can always make mistakes that harm the most innocent people just like peter does with the symbiote but that doesn't mean they are evil because of that, but it's the decisions and how you react to that mistake that decides what kind of person you will be from now on

Not gonna lie this brought a tear to my eye. Ok maybe a couple. You do an excellent analysis my dude. From one Spider-Man fan to another, thank you.

This was excellent dude, congrats on finishing it off.

You forgot one important thing that makes this movie great. It created thousands of bully maguire memes

Wow! This brought me to tears! You really captured the impact and feelings that these movies produced in so many fans! Thank you for this!!

I literally almost cried when I first saw the ending in theaters and every time I rewatch the ending or listen to the soundtrack it gets me every time.

"Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened"

“This whole trilogy just meant the world to me as a kid”... Nuff said

You Make me cry! Thanks for describe this trilogy with love and empathy!

This video made my day and made me cry, truly real and sensational work.

I think the scene where aunt may says “Spiderman doesn’t kill people” is the best scene

When he's like "I'm dating your daughter" and doesn't seem to acknowledge she's about to die,. I always thought that was just poor lifleess acting but the sociopath thing works as an explanation even better

Watching these movies again feels like a memory journey and watching this video feels like you're adding flavors to that memory trip, thank you for making this video

You really took me back to a time where things were simpler. Now more than ever I really get the message. Ever since i was a kid i always wanted to be a hero. And Spider-Man was a huge part of that. And over time in my life i have experienced those drops many times. Seeing this, being reminded of that time long ago, maybe I'm willing to try a bit harder to be a better person again

*Middle school me:* having a panic attack on the way to the theater because we were running late and I thought I was going to miss the opening credits.

"You're My Friend" Goddammit, I'm crying again.

Man this amazing video made me emotional. I love Spider-Man and the way that Sam wrote the movie, it’s beautiful! Hitops mans your great👍🏿

Thank you for showing everything I love about the movie of my childhood ❤

“Non of that matters Peter. You’re my friend” Noooo that gets me every time! 😢

When I was a kid I seriously thought Spider-Man was about to die in that fight.

This is a beautiful video. I can tell how much this franchise means to you. It means a lot to know there are other people out here who adore this franchise. Thank you for sharing a great analysis!

Gee, the ending of this video got me shedding a tear. Well done, such a well produced video.

'Remember Sam Raimi? The filmmaker whose fourth movie you shot down in cold blood?" "What does it matter to you anyway/" *"EVERYTHING!!!"*

I hope Hi-tops gets the money he needs from this to pay the rent

25:45. I gasped. I forgot the shock of this scene, and I was teary eyed for a moment just reflecting on how grateful I am that I grew up with these movies, and the powerful themes of growth, empathy and humble simplicity that I couldn't quite understand at the time. What a beautiful story this was, watching Peter wound those he loved the most and then look into the mirror and face the ugly face that he saw in it, and then have the humility to forgive himself, and fight to make right his wrongs. After his dearest friend forgives him and gives his life for him, he gains the perspective and humility to look Sandman in the eyes and realize that he is no better than this man that he hated, and forgives him courageously. You've done a fantastic job analyzing this movie that I loved as a boy, and love even moreso as a man. Great work, and God bless you.

What a great essay, I remember back in 2008 being sick lying on my bed and watching this movie over and over again. It will always have a special place in my heart, but after watching this essay I feel that whenever I watch this movie again I will appreciate it even more (something I never thought could happen). Thanks for that!

Sam Raimi clearly understood this character, and really showed this world, why Spidey is such a great character. Thanks Sam Raimi.

Imagine this guy’s english grade when he writes persuasive essays

Dude thank you so much for making this and sharing it with us! This has reignited the love I've always had for this trilogy. The human aspect of all the characters is something so unique to them as opposed to the new super hero movies. You had me in tears so many times analyzing the trilogy! Thank you! 💙

Just finished watching all three of your Raimi videos. Truly amazing work man. I can tell how much you deeply care for the trilogy and these videos that you created for all of us that love the trilogy too. Everyone will grow up with a different Spider-Man and I think I speak for everyone here when I say…thank god we got Tobey. Godspeed, HiTop.

I love how that guy calls the new movies "brilliant but lazy". So spot on !

30:20 yea... that whole offscreen development of him losing his mind was in the original 3 hour cut and novelization. He was losing his shit quickly, he saw his dad in the car he drove away in, his Butler was never really there, crazy stuff. #releasetheraimicut let’s get that 3 hour cut

Every video of this series is on par of a raimi film, HiTop, well the writer and narrator specifically you made me love these movies more and open up a better understanding of how they are meant to be portrayed. Thank You!

Thank you for this video. I've grown watching VHS tapes from Raimi's Spider-Man and just felt really emotional all the time through this video.

I just want to admit one thing. When I was watching this video and he's talking about harry forgiving pete and he said thats fucking good. I actually got hype seeing them back together as friends. After watching this video, it makes me love this movie more

Of course you're the one person who can make me love this trilogy even more.

What a wonderful montage at the end. So much love for this film!

i genuinely cried at the end of this video, good job

I always liked this movie I was actually kinda surprised when I first heard people hated it

This was so profound... I cried.... I actually made sobbing noises. I couldn't help it. This is what Spiderman stands for. Thank you for this video.

This brought tears to my eyes. Ive always noticed some of the symbolism in Spiderman 3, but you just took that to a whole new level. Now I need to watch it again just so I can appreciate the effort in it. Oh, and Sam Raimi's trilogy still reigns supreme as the best Spiderman. Your 3 part series make a very good case why