Scorsese's latest masterpiece, has vehicles, meetings and salvation at its forefront and asks importance questions to all of us; how do we get past Saint Peter's gates?
That last scene with Pesci, where he's being wheeled away to church. My god, that always gets me. it's like Pesci himself is saying goodbye one last time to the audience, I doubt he'll be in another movie.
The last scene of Frank sitting lonely in his chair as the camera looks in at him from the hallway is so sad. To me, that's oblivion. True loneliness at the end. I cant imagine a worse fate.
@John Sm but he wasn’t a good dad, he might’ve raised her and fed her and all of that but he showed her no love, and the man that did show her love as a girl her father had a hand in killing. And when he’s old and alone and all the loyalties he had are expired the friends he had are dead, all of the terrible hinges he did are for nothing, none of it matters. And now he has to live with his betrayal of a good friend and can’t even talk to his daughter. It’s a poignant ending
But he also is raising her religious and is a killer. So I imagine if she wasn’t given a lie of a life that she saw first hand and took notice of that at a young age she may saw him different.
The hits in Scorsese films are all burned into my mind. The “ooh” that Hoffa yells out as he is shot, really made it more personal and more realistic. I will never forget it.
When I saw this in the theatre, there were several senior citizens there also. And during the second half of the movie, I could tell that it resonated with them. In the first half of the movie, it’s a toned down and more subtle goodfellas. Franks connections and opportunities presented to him take him essentially to the top. But, as with anything, all good things come to an end. What does frank have after everything he’s done? Nothing really, a watch, a ring, and a lifetime of regret. He spent his entire life getting to the “top” but it all falls away and at the end, when the priest leaves the nursing home, he’s left in a purgatory of sorts. He doesn’t have anything left to do except die.
Tbh, I found a couple things wrong with his theory. Namely his interpretation of Peggy as the "judge." She had no real insight on Jimmy Hoffa where every widely known source of information clearly depicts him as a man with blood on his hands as well. Why else would he initiate the conversation with Sheeran with a reference to painting houses. Peggy's perception was very skewed so to take her judgment as objective and credible is almost disingenuous.
@@kenyonjohnson6937 But you have to admire the detail and symbolism that was put in to the presentation and movie. Peggy is seen as a judge because she is innocent on what her father is doing, but knows later when she gets older.
This video is extremely well made, lots of research and thinking went into it. I never noticed Scorsese's religious symbolism such as the cross, last supper and others. More people need to see this video.
I liked this film when I watched it because I'm a fan of the cast. The theme of time and how events lose relevance over time resonates with me. The final scene where the nurse didn't know Jimmy Hoffa shows that major events will fade from public memory. The mafia was in the public eye from the 70s-90s, but now it's overlooked and even parodied.
@@beanseason6515 ha ha ha! You know what I'm talking about. However, I've watched it a few more times. "Where's the money? Don't tell me. Let me guess! His mother. Her funeral set him back. His mother been dying over over for ten years!" 😅🤣😂
@@thisiscaseysaccount3242 I agree - I love how when Russell says "too bad about Jimmy" and "he had a nice family" Frank just says "yah" under his breath - like don't even go there. You see him start to unravel from everything he's done from that point on.
He really did. I hate to say "stole" every scene he was in so I will say dominated every scene he was in. Perfect vehicle for him, for all of them at this stage in their brilliant careers
dont be late. My man's matthew over here preaching the gospel of truth and in-depth view of humanity within the film. Im not gonna go to into it but I for sure say some of us have a heavy insight into reality and life. Well-done.
I liked how you described Frank's relationship with the Mob. And Russell in particular! The Mob/Russell really was his most treasured connection, not his family. Which is illustrated by how he cries when Russell gives him the ring. The way he speaks about Russell with such reverence. And how intimate their dinners are together. Frank was pretty much married to Russell/The Mob! Casting aside his family, losing any relationship with his daughter, and choosing to ignore his faith. Which is what makes Frank so odd! He claims his motives for killing, & bombing businesses. Is to provide for his family. Yet he proves through his actions that he really doesn't value his relationship with his family. Enjoyed your video essay on The Irishman!👍👍
See I understand that. Most of us work our lives away just trying to provide and get by. It's empowering to move up and be valued. I honestly am envious of people who make good money and not give two you know what about their jobs.... If those people exist. For the rest of us, our blood sweat and tears go into the job. It's where we look for acceptance
I knew this movie was special during the intro the first time I watched it. Scorsese really put a lot to take in during this film. Great storytelling, acting, use of music. This video is an interesting take on the film. Great job.
Robert is seriously one of the best actors of our time. Just his facial expressions alone give me so much emotion through every scene. You can see the hurt in his face as Jimmy gets in the car with them for the last time...
"Cars drive you in life...." Me: _breaking down for the 29th this week in my 1985 Yugo GV_ Boss: "If you're not here in 10 minutes I'm going to paint your house" Me: Oh. Yes sir. It definitely needs an extra coat. That's crazy, I'm literally just remodeling so that would be grea.. Boss: I'm a little worried about you. Actually I'm *very* worried about you. (De Niro narrating) And when they say they're very worried about something you know something is about to happen)
Matthew just killed/kills it - spend a lot of time on this - musta screened it at LEAST 20 times before his review. It takes about 20, 20 screenings before a movie/script will literally, quite literally. "Break down before you very eyes." I'm quoting the late, great Master on this: Frantisek Daniel, greatest developer of talent who ever lived. Milos Forman's (Prague) mentor, what else do you need to know. -the late Frank in a league-of-Frank's-own.
Every RU-vidr should put this much work into there videos. Watched til the end Loved it, Great work! 😊 i wish there were more videos like these for other movies as well.
Very good analysis. I love Scorsese, I was obsessed with Goodfellas and Casino when I was younger. I struggled with the Irishman, I think mainly due to my lack of understanding the environment of 1950's America and the concept of Teamster unions (as I am British), as well as the extensive runtime of the film, and the de-aging, which sadly I struggled to see past at times. However, your video has displayed characteristics and motifs in the film which I completely missed, and likely would never have noticed. I did pick up on the damaged relationship between, Frank and his Daughter immediately though. Thank you. Look forward to the next one.
Matthew: your synopsis regarding the film, Kill The Irishman, was extremely clear and rather concise. I am here because of serendipity. However: I really wanted you know how effective your work is. It seems as though you have labored to produce. Keep up the good work.
I love the cinema series Matt...you have a real talent for picking out details. I also love the nostalgia you imbue in your other video's. Great, great channel. Alien 3(which i also love) collab did it for me, hope to see more from you soon. As to the film i agree with a poster below in that the end of the film was fascinating given the advancing years of all involved in the film but particularly scorsese. Its like this whole long segment is the perfect antithesis of everything that comes before in the film...i paint houses but ultimately "leave the door open". Everything pales into insignificance in the face of "the end". This film will age well i feel...nothing has made me feel so strangely lonely like the end of this great film and the message is powerful indeed. Every one of the old gansters in prison is a murderous tyrant, but yet...we cannot help but empathise.
So glad somebody finally put together the deeper meaning in this movie. It was bugging me becuase i couldnt stop watching the movie when everyone else said it was bad.
Excellent, I keep coming back to this vid on RU-vid as "the irishman", taxi driver" and "the departed" are my 3 favourite scorsese films, and I love the Christian themes woven into them, exposing the duality of man, and you nailed this one on the head, your editing was seemles and you really understand what I think alot of people missed about this film, 5 stars man 👍 x
This is an amazing analysis on so many levels. Thank you so much for the religious and historical information relative to De Niro's and Pacino's real life characters. You got a subscription from me, keep it up!
What a fantastic breakdown! Listening to this, I realized, I never really understood the movie! I love this movie, but I appreciate it so much more now! Great movie, great breakdown! Definitely subscribing!
Excellent. I've thoroughly enjoyed this video, especially your commentary on the topic of salvation. I've always found religion extremely interesting, and this was just great to watch. This movie is a classic.
Good job with the Catholic theology. I am a devout Catholic myself and you have treated Catholicism with very clear and succinct understanding, and have gracefully articulated both the “Dare we Hope” and “Narrow is the Path” viewpoints
Great commentary. Enjoyed it. To think Frank is more evil than any of us would be foolish. To be saved isn't that a man becomes sinless thus saintly or better than another, but rather that the punishment for his evil was already paid for in Christ. It's simple, and never 'too late'.
Scary that I knew some of these guys as a kid and had no idea what they were a part of... It's also weird because my father looks, acts, and talks just like Robert DeNiro Also Go Lions!!!
I also think the door being left open at the end of the film has another meaning. Frank is the last surviving member of the mob (the officers who question him about Hoffa’s death even say this). So, to me, leaving the door slightly open is symbolic of that living chapter of history coming to a close and fading to obscurity.
One of the best videos I've seen in a while. Its always good to have the things you didn't think about while watching yourself, pointed out afterwards. Scorcese movies are usually like this, symbolism, foreshadowing, inner and deeper meanings. I think it must have inspired David Chase with The Sopranos too.
I’m so glad the narrator pointed out that the engine is the heart of any vehicle-- I would be totally confused without this outstanding, educational piece of advice
Matt, the way you breakdown these movies makes me think you have at least ONE, if not more, scripts ready to publish. I hope to see one of your films soon. Good luck and keep doing what you're doing.
Youre the first channel to talk about the catholic christian themes in this movie. Great analysis mate. If i may ask are you yourself catholic? If not, its awesome how well versed you are.
can’t get over with watching this masterpiece over n over again. each details amuses me watching every time, n makes me wonder how genuinely directed and performed
What did I just stumble into here? A Christian review channel? I'm still not sure. If it is, I must say that it's the only one that I've watched an entire video from to the end, and really enjoyed. I guess I'm pretty much an atheist, and yet I do admire your thoughtful analysis. I just may need to watch a few more of your videos, because this one was fascinating. And I haven't even seen the film in question yet. Whatever the case is regarding my initial question, nice job.
Great work sir! I really enjoyed it. How does RU-vid let u use copyrighted stuff tho? They seem to shut me down??? Whats your secret? I see u keep it advertiser and family friendly. Thx.
This may be a little random but at 17:37 al Pacino playing jimmy hoffa is sitting and taking that phone call on a pier by a lake seen in the reflection. Resembles to the scene where he sends out fredo too killed by a hit man on a boat on water. In the movie godfather.
Mathew. Great analysis. Brilliant. I lived the life. Hell is a waiting room to reflect anticipating judgment. A narrow hallway with simple wooden benches, contemplating the judgement of ones darkest secrets. That’s hell if one does not acknowledge God, from a soul belief. Unending uncertainty. All he wants “is your heart”
This may go unnoticed but i don't care it has to be said this is the first video i seen of your work and it was amazing i was invested like i was rewatching the movie over again you did great my dude congrats
I really like this video. I made an Irishman video as well and was curious what is your general strategy for analyzing movies? What do you look for, etc? I usually look for the message of a movie and then look at how the various elements (cinematography, editing, etc.) contribute to that message. I personally am not religious but I really like it is used in an artistic way like this and I wouldn’t have noticed a lot of things that you mentioned.
If only Frank could have seen the light earlier... this is why education about these subjects is important for younger people. You need to understand how to interpret signs and triggers in your life. You need to have more awareness about the past and the future whilst acting dutifully in the present. So many angles to life... otherwise you will only know when it's too late. It takes a lot of soul, commitment and maturity to realise these things. A lot of analysis and you need in the end to choose God over Satan.
Catholic teachings teach that one must be fully repentant of the sins they have committed in order to be forgiven in confession. In the scene when he is asked if he feels any remorse and he looks like he doesn’t it is then that we can see that he cannot be forgiven since there is no remorse for the sinful acts he committed. Yes God mercy is always there, but one must change to accept that mercy. Jesus himself says that he will tell those people who did not the the fathers Will” depart from me for i do not know you.” We must remember that the way to salvation is narrow and the way to destruction is wide.
as union man myself, gotta say the particular company I work for makes billions meanwhile my and my union brothers salary only accounts for 6% of their overall overhead yes, we are all under paid all workers by far. also i live in Terre Haute Indiana work here too 10 mins down highway 40 from Brazil Indiana where Hoffa was born he is a Legend here
