TWO CARS, ONE NIGHT (2004) | dir. Taika Waititi 

“i’m 16 eh bro?” “he’s 9” “i’m 16 right?” *winks* “shut up i’m reading” i love this little boy

"Who's that? Juliet?" LMFAOOOOO SAVAGE

“aye bro ur wonna them gays eh ?” “probly” lmaoooo

I think this perfectly gets those times when you’d become fast friends with another little kid at some event or park, then one of you leaves with your family just as quick. No contact info or parents meeting each other, just goodbye. “Probably see you later” “Yeah, probably”.

Waititi is a master at capturing the simple, subtle sweetness we have, particularly as children - even in so short a time as this film takes.

This is the most "New Zealand" thing I've ever watched.

This kids are such naturals at acting, the main boy looks a lot like a little Taika.

Here's a challenge for Taika Waititi. Make another short film, with the same actors, meeting 10 or 15 years later as young adults.

I really felt like a kid waiting for his parents to come back in from the store while watching this short. Truly exceptional.

This was great. Stylistically consistent, unique and intriguing. Felt like a little world in a snow globe, very self contained.

"i'll probably see you later." "yeah probably." this end dialogue here captures the beauty of fast friendships. the kind of friendship that you might get from playing at the park on a random day or sitting idle in public waiting for your parents. the feeling of wanting to see them again or play with them again, but you both know that you probably won't see each other ever. it's the unexpected type of friendship that makes it so much special. saying "see you later" because you loved their company and something in your child heart knows that the both of you clicked together even without comprehending that in your young brain. i love this short film

*Video starts car is in parking lot* Me: "Well that's one car." *Second car pulls up* Me: "It's all coming together."

Now that Taika Waititi has done many big budget productions, it would be amazing to see him write and direct an independent film (or series) in New Zealand again!

He was nominated for an Oscar with this, I cried when he finally won 16 years later

Taika Waititi is a master at crafting kids, in his film Boy, he crafted a wonderful story around the young ones in a truly unique New Zealand way. I loved this film, hats off Mr Waititi.....

Thank you Fox Searchlight for uploading this. I'm really glad I finally got an opportunity to watch it.

First time in my life English sounded like french to me

Taika's first film & it was nominated for an Oscar for "Best Short Film" wow! Even the Oscar's recognized How Talented Taika was from the beginning. #MyfaveDirector #FaveWriter 🎬🙌🤙

Taika and team do it again! Loved how the dialogue developed, and, even as a Scotsman, I absolutely adore the Maori tone of conversing, and it really takes me back to NZ any time I hear this sort of dialogue. Especially the working class Maori kids patter and expression. Also it rings a bell within me due to being, in the 1970's, one of those kids left to wait outside pubs and ex-servicemen's clubs as my dad ignored his dad-duties and hit the pub. Yeh, it's a form of child abuse leaving the kids out like that. But, like Taika's youth, that's just how it was for a section of us poor kids in the 70's and that truth needs represented. Well done Taika

How simple a story, yet so beautiful can be. Taika Waititi is one of few who does unique and awesome movies. My favourite director.

Taika's involvement in the Star Wars franchise was foretold by his lighting assistant, Obi Kenobi.

Wow, came here from Taika Waititi's wikipedia page after learning that this short film earned him an Academy Award Nomination. Awesome.

It's so interesting to see what lead to Boy and later lead to Wilderpeople. Taika's progress is inspiring!

That was really impressive and so cute. The acting was marvelous. I mean I’m not sure how old they actually were when making that video but it’s so cool how they stayed in character and was able to play the role that they did.

Man this is real life on the east coast of the North Island. We waited in the car while the olds got trollied at the local DB tavern. Good times

Beautifully made short film. The portraits of the kids are wonderful and the lighting is just beautiful. I can see why this man became a first class filmmaker.

first watched boy last month and now ive watched it at least 5 times. I can't get enough of it, its a beautiful film. Now finding this has brightened my day. I'm so glad Taika related Boy to this short film.

This is so relatable to how i was when I was a kid tbh I find so much comfort in Taika's work

Gorgeous and sad at the same time. I had so many friends growing up that had to endure nights like this on school days. Amazing work Taika. Chur neat alright.

Twelve? Chur too much girl, too much 😂😂😂

The seemingly eternal waiting time as kids. As for me, I experienced this while my mom was at the union or at her second job as a private physician. There were not enough recipes to stamp nor files to help sort. The hours would go really slow and there was seldom a chance to play with other kids while being there. Thankfully, reading and drawing really helped.

A Director ahead of his time & this is all before digital too...Simple & such effective storytelling.

Not only was it a funny (and sweet) short film... but that music at the end is BEAUTIFUL 10:03.

Now I see where Korg gets the accent and dialogues from! Taika Watiti had his unique way of portraying humour through conversation. Just as Wes Anderson has his own!

"Johnny Depp's a gay too." LMAO

4:43 has a similar long exposure effect as the sparklers from Boy (2010)

My father would leave me and my Brother in the car when he went inside of a bar. HOURS. He would check a couple of times and bring out bar burgers (Larry Burgers the best, no Ketchup..Cheese and Mustard on a flattop with mad seasoning) and cokes. In one of the worst part of town. Everyone knew my Dad, but no one ever called the cops...guess they liked him. This brought back mad memories. Coloring books, Comics, cards, pajamas and blankets when it was cold out...Damn.

I don’t know why this just came up in my feed two years later, but I am becoming a fan of TW for the Art of Unique. This short little film capulates every pre-teen romance...starting on an evening of chance, and end on a dime *sigh*

This film feels fantastic.

I remember watching this for English class at high school. From a little known nz director. Lol. Reminds me of growing up in marryvale in Tauranga.

I can't think of a better short film.

Holy Christ. I had this night many times, left in a car outside a bar whilst my stepdad drank inside a bar. Never had the opportunity to meet a friend like this, but I fantasized about it often. I’m definitely “Ed.” But wow. Brilliant!

"Aye bro, aye!"

brilliant. this director is going places

Thank you, Taika for reminding me of a long forgotten time in my life. Money was always tight and my Grandfather (Dad's Dad) would prowl the dump for reusable or repairable items or parts for other things. Most of my bikes growing up were built from parts. ANYWAY, on the way back from the dump, Grandpa would stop at Rockers Bar. Scrap picking was thirsty work. He would sit in the bar, while I sat in his 1968 Chevy Suburban (before they were cool); sometimes for hours. I would whistle, pretend to drive, watch the clouds go by, sleep... I should have read; that's a good idea. After Grandpa had his fill, he would bring me a bag of Planter's Peanuts and tell me not to say anything to Grandma. One time, Grandpa was so thirsty, he started the truck at the dump and started out before I was in the truck. I was hanging on to the inside door handle, while he drugged me along the ground. It was only about 10 feet, but it felt like forever. Ahhhhh, what memories.

10:07 that look was so much better than most of the actors

From this to Thor

These little shits were so strangely charming. It felt like something out of South Park (and yes, that's a compliment). I didn't expect to enjoy this as much as I did. Nice.

I love this short . The Kids in the car , trying to act older than they are . Make fun of each other and are suddenly in the same car , sharing innocent love . The adults in the video are invisible . Sweet start Taika

Beautiful. Simply beautiful. The speed-up adults, the dialogue, the theme… This is that art is.

6:57 Perfect example of the famed 'East Coast Wave.'

Incredible. Captured a beautiful moment.

Such a beautiful little film.

I remember going to the 05 Sundance Film Festival helping out my photog friend. And getting a copy of this film. Brings back alot of memories. Beautiful piece of cinema! Great kiddo actors.

Outstanding and very well done. Thanks Taika.

Great short. Wish there were subtitles.

I am in love with this film...

The entire class on the school bus while seeing another school during a trip: 2:58

I need Subtitles 10:47 Killed Darth Maul with a lightsaber AND can do lighting

"Nah, that's my brother, Eddy boy, he's a gay." "What?" "Ey bro, you're one of them gays, aye?" "Probably." iconic

10:00 - 10:25 is just magic...

wow one of the best shorts iv seen !

i have been outside that exact pub waiting for my grandfather to finish having a beer and gambling. too real

If you're from NZ and you know.....you know.

STILL SO DAMN GOOD.

"Lighting Assistants: Obi Kenobi" XD 10:46

Imagine them having a cameo in Taika's next film. It'd be like a reunion.

I'm a simple person. I see Taika Waititi, I click.

3:38 his brother is laughing in the background

Feels like a dry run for Boy. Great stuff!

I remember seeing this at Sundance in 04. Such a beautiful film.

Its very Taika Waititi .. Great

Too cute. Innocent and real. #love

Loved this forever, still stands tall and fresh now.

Aaaaa i studied this in high school and I loved it I'm so glad it's here

I think this is the best thing he's done.

Love this a lot.

Exceptional short film but would love it if he would make a series of these two in different times of their lives i think that will be awesome to watch

I felt this short film leaked into the movie boy when his dad goes to the pub and leaves them in the car. He also sees his friend in her car like the girl in this short film. I like both variations. Edit: I just realised that the smoking scene has some ideas used later in the movie boy when shogun shows the sparklers. Oh my god, writing this edit I just heard them mentioning crazy horses like the gang shogun is in.

So sad. Reminds me of my childhood. Dark times.

I didn't realize the genius behind this till after high school

10:45 the lighting assistants name is Obi Kenobi

TAIKA WATITI SHORT FILM SIMPLE AND SWEET. GREAT! GREETINGS FROM INDONESIA.

Beautiful film

I remember seeing this years ago when RU-vid videos weren't really 10 minutes long yet.

10:45 I DIDNT KNOW OBI WAN KENOBI WAS A LIGHTING ASSISTANT

Perfect movie.

I need a Taika Waititi romcom now!

It's really amazing💕😍 and basically it's an expansion of waititi's feature film boy. Lovable

Beautiful....

Omg I remember being left in the old humber80 with my cousins while the adults had a session in the owhango pub back in the early 80’s.

Everyone remembers those first looks and thoughts of love. I kinda thought it was gonna end with an adult man waking up and picking up the ring from his nightstand. This is a universal moment in time, captured beautifully.

thankyou taika

Ducking beautiful, Taika.

Very well done.

Taika

Too relatable

Who came here after watching Jojo Rabbit?

I love this short film, it is very creative

Haha I remember calling everyone "Eh" when I was 9 or 10. We were at a party and one of my mates said, "You shouldn't call girls Eh bro, not cool" and I never called anyone Eh again. :)