As someone who is nearing 50 - the freaky thing that will always get you is that no matter how old you get, your brain is still 22. You're still "you" in your head, but then the body doesn't match. But you have to learn to like having the 22 year old YOU in your head.

"Thats what Madonna used to look like?" I will spend the rest of the day laughing over that line...

42:21 One of my favorite Terry Pratchett quotes is, "Inside every old person is teenager wondering what happened."

“ we are young, heartache to heartache we stand”….. “ is this Cyndi Lauper?” (dagger through the heart.) you’re killing me, Smalls!!

I turned 30 last year and I never thought I'd get this old due to depression. Your message at the end meant a lot. Thank you. I'm glad you're still around.

Seeing Gollum dance to Thriller is the best part of the movie

That "let's talk about it" ending is exactly why we watch you ma'am. Keep up the good work.

Honestly, the best part of the whole thriller dance scene isn't Garner or Ruffalo dancing... it's THE BOSS dancing... because.. THAT'S ANDY FREAKIN' SERKIS! 🤣

As someone older than you by a decade…you never actually FEEL your age. I still feel like I’m 30 at the OLDEST. But I’m in my 40s. That’s the secret that no one tells you about getting older. That your brain essentially still feels young. Glad that you decided to stay because you just get cooler as you get older.

As someone who turned 55 before Easter - I am sending you a Dad hug. BTW Ashleigh- YOU are a pretty crier, because it is authentically you and that is the best you.

The fun part is that Garner wasn't really acting - this is more or less her real personality. Oh, and we're all glad you're here, too. :-)

The fact that you didn't recognize the photo as Madonna shows the difference in our ages. I remember when she sill looked like that.

As someone who has recently turned 60 you always feel as if you’re in your early twenties. Your 30’s are a time to feel comfortable in the person you built in your 20’s. It’s a great time. And as for you cuddling up with your mom, don’t stop! Keep loving her all you can. I miss my mama so very much and would give anything to crawl into bed with her and snuggle her.

Happy Birthday, young lady! You're adorable. I'm old. I have a 28yo grand-daughter. The best years are behind you and the best is yet to come. Only YOU can decide. I met the love of my life in my mid 40's. Stay positive, stay true, and stay 'young-at-heart'. You'll be awesome.

Ash: Is this Cindi Lauper? Me: I'm irrationally furious and i don't know why!"

I’ve had mental health struggles my entire life. Anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome. I don’t think I’ve ever commented, but I wanted to say that there are times your videos are what turn my day around and give me something to look forward to. My entire family watches you, and you’ve helped bring so many people together. From one survivor to another, happy birthday and thank you for being so genuine and real. You’re a joy, and never let anyone tell you differently.

”I don’t know who that lady is..” 😆💀😂

Thank you so much for your openness about depression and mental health. You don't know how much that means to some of us.

I cried twice while watching this reaction: 1) you not knowing that picture was Madonna, 2) you thinking Pat Benatar was Cyndi Lauper. 😂😂😂. Happy 30th Birthday! (I posted this before the end of the video. Your wrap-up has also made me cry. I so enjoy watching your reactions and your inspiring words of wisdom. Looking forward to many more!)

As a combat vet that survived 13 years as a severe chronic depressant... Thank you for being so open with your struggles. I feel that the more we are able to talk about it openly, the more it will get normalized and the sooner we can start treating mental afflictions the same as physical ones. There has been so many times that I wish I had lost a leg in Iraq and not my mind. Thank you for all the joy you bring me and everyone else, and thank you for not cutting out the human emotion that you show. As an empath, whenever you have a genuine moment about the reflection of your..... past, it brings back memories and It's like you went through the same things I did, or at least had the same emotions. I barely cry at family funerals because I feel I have to be a rock that others can lean on, but when I'm alone watching your vids, and something like this happens...I'll shed some tears, and it feels like such a release. It's odd being 40 and being reminded what a certain emotion truly feels like. P.S. Please watch The Peanut Butter Falcon. Our shared view on special needs people will make this movie one you will never forget.

I'm 64 and I am always surprised when I see my reflection unexpectedly. In my head I'm still 21, lol. It's truly shocking to see this old lady 😂. You are wonderful and I love that you are here sharing your humor and compassion with us. Happy birthday and thank you for being straight up honest. We need more of that in this world. ✌️❤

Andy Serkis who also played Gollun as well as her boss in this film really danced well.

I am not a patron. But I have watch a bunch of your reaction videos. I am 54. At 18, I never thought I'd make it to 30. Grew up rough. I am so glad you stuck around. I love watching you react to stuff. You are a wonderful person with the cutest reations. The world is a better place with you in it.

I know it might have been spur of the moment to add what you did at the end Ashleigh, but I’m thankful for it. At 31, I’m at a place I never thought I’d make it to, with a beautiful loving wife, and a 4 month old chunky baby, and a job I love giving tours in Yosemite. At so many point of my life, I’d roll my eyes at the question “where do you see yourself in 5/10/20 years?” When I genuinely didn’t believe I’d allow myself to make it to any of those points. Pharmaceuticals, rehabs, addictions all to try and get myself through another few weeks. 6 years sober and still figuring things out, but I now have things and people in my life to support me and give me hope for a future beyond what I previously would even consider. Thank you for sharing. I didn’t expect to cry while making myself a scrambled egg sandwich this morning, but here we are lol

No matter how old you get, you’re always going to feel younger than your chronological age. I remember my mom telling me she always still felt like she was 25 in her head even in her 60’s and 70’s. I guess that’s the trick to being happy, is to stay young at heart, stay active physically and mentally, and never think of yourself as “old”. That’s why people who tell boomers or Gen X that they’re past their prime and too old, have no idea just how quickly time passes and all the experience and knowledge acquired by those people over the years can still be valued. Everyone eventually becomes the “old” ones soon enough and won’t like being dismissed by future generations, so stop to appreciate those who came before you.

That moment with her mother hits me hard. I lost mine 3 years ago, and there's a part of me that wishes I could just have one more hug like that again. Great reaction.

As someone who has deep depression with no medication. Some days your videos are the only happy things in my day. I know you wasnt talking to me at the end but it hit me personally. I can't support you the way I truly want to but for what it matters ill follow your channel until you stop doing this. Thank you for the channel, thank you for the fun, and thank you for being alive. I love you.

From Wikipedia: Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic used medically for induction and maintenance of anesthesia. It is also used as a treatment for depression and pain management. A k-hole is a dissociation state you get by taking too much. ketamine is also known/used as a horse tranquilizer.

30, Flirty and thriving! Oh wait, I am 42 😭

FOB: Front of Book BOB: Back of Book He was essentially saying to take stuff out of the front, completely change the back, and think of new headlines to go with it.

I'm just an internet stranger, but glad you are here with us. Glad you hit your 30 and I'm glad that your channel landed on my lap by accident cause I had no idea people did reaction to movies on KZfaq so many years ago. So from this girl to you, we rock! Happy belated birthday!

Your inner self doesn't really change that much as you get older. I'm 50 and sometimes I still feel 17, though my body kicks my ass most days lol Oh honey, you're gonna make me cry. I'm not crying, my eyes are sweaty. :)

Goddammit Ashleigh I didn't wanna bawl at the end of your video today, but then again I'm always crying along with you in all of your reactions. But what you said about struggling and being able to be there without actually being there... I needed that, as I've been struggling a bit myself lately with mental health. Thank you, happy birthday, im so happy im a patron to such a kind and caring creator. ❤

There's a girl all the way over in Australia, and she's glad you're here too. *big hugs*

"I may never get to say that to your face" - you just did, Thank you Ashleigh!!

Happy Birthday Ashleigh! I'm 34 and I have had points in my life when I didn't think I would see past 30. I still struggle with depression and anxiety. But I'm so glad that you are here and we are here. You bring so much joy

45:07 Ashleigh I mean this from the bottom of my heart, I am so glad that you do this channel. You are one of my favorite 3 reactors, your channel has brought me so much joy and entertainment over the last several years. I am so glad that I discovered it. Plus I love following your other socials and your struggle with depression and how you still persevere is inspiring. *I* am thankful for YOU.

This came out when I was 13 and I remember it vividly. I love watching your videos. I’ve also dealt with depression and could not have imagined my life now at 33. I’m glad I’m here. And I’m glad you are too. Big hugs, Ashleigh ❤️ 😊

Ashleigh, my son is your age. He's moved away now, but we used to watch movies together and he would discover all these hidden gems I had the pleasure to introduce him to. I get the same pleasure watching you discover all these films that shaped my life and love of cinema. Revel in the place you are now, and know that, for some of us at least, it's more than just entertainment, it's a memory.

In my head, I'm still 18 years old. Unfortunately, my body did not get the same memo.

The blindfold she's wearing at the party is the sleep mask she's wearing when she wakes up. The apartment in the "30 flirty and thriving" article is the apartment she's living in in the future. The guy she throws the shrimp tail on is the same guy who's drink she drops the pineapple wedge in.

To quote Bowling For Soup, "High School Never Ends."

No, it's exactly like that. I was playing pool at the bar and it just feels like it always did. But the night comes and the crowd comes and suddenly you feel like you're surrounded by children. Except those children are at least 21 years old. Then another decade goes by and you realize all the things that you did or didn't do out of fear or some believe that was wrong and even though you feel the same, you know you're actually not. But I mean, you're you. How can you feel like anything else? I suppose that's life. Anyways, happy birthday! And thank you for your videos, they bring a lot of people a lot of joy. I hope it comes back to you a million times over.

goes from singing whitney houston to “she looks like a pack of gum” 😂😂😂 seriously one of my all time favorite movies. it never gets old and always makes me feel cozy/gets me in the feels. can’t believe it’s been 20 years, but they better NEVER remake it. also your sentiments at the end of the video were hella relatable girl, we love you and your content! stay strong, because you. are. that. BITCH. 💛💛💛 happy birthday from a fellow tennessee native, hope it was amazing. 🎂

As someone who is in their early thirties (33) I still am enjoying life and looking forward to the next chapter of it. Happy birthday again

Ashleigh Burton, This is amazing! I can't stop smiling!

Ashleigh- you are a joy. I am so glad that YOU are here! Thank you so much for always being a light. Sending you great vibes from Pennsylvania.

You got me tearing up but that is why I keep watching your channel. You’re so real and you’re a ray of sunshine when it is most needed.

You are such a sincere person. Definitely you are a bright side for me to watch your reactions.

And we're so so happy that you fight every day for yourself and the people that love you and look forward to watching you every week! You are one of my favorite KZfaqrs to watch. Sending so much love! 🤗

As someone who also deals with major depression, I'm so glad you're still here. I'm still working hard to stay here, and watching your videos are one of the things that makes staying here easier. Thank you. ❤

Not me big crying over the outro. Bro... that was a deep cry I needed. Haha I have been VERY close a couple of times to cashing out. But I am very glad I am still here, and that you are here too. :) Also.. I ALSO sleep in my moms bed when I can. There is nothin' like the comfort of your mama when you need it.

When Andy Serkis starts Dancing 😂😂😂

I’m 62 going on 30 (mentally)…enjoy being 30 Ashleigh, we all love you! Happy Birthday ♥️🥳🎂

I remember spending my 30th birthday in the emergency room with chest pains. It wasn't a heart attack, though. I got injured at work. Happy Birthday to Me! (Now there's a movie you should have watched!)

I had a similar moment of living a decade longer than I thought I would as of last year. I turn 31 in a month and I'm not sure how I'll feel about it but I thank you for your message at the end. And thank you for being one of the things that makes life worth hanging around for. Very excited for The Little Mermaid reaction!

Happy 30th Birthday Ashleigh!!! Never apologize for being "emotional and silly" you're so sweet and we're all glad you're still with us ♥ You're stronger than you know. This is one of my favorite movies too!! Early 2000's were lit I tell ya lol.

Well I just had a big cry. Didn't know I needed that. Thank you for being you. you are a beautiful soul.

You may not have experienced awesome movies during your youth, but it's clear that you've always had excellent tastes in music!

Ashleigh you made me BIG cry. I’m turning 42 this year, and although my life doesn’t have all the things I’ve always wanted, I’ve realized that it’s still possible to be happy with what I do have. And I’m glad I’m here. And that YOU’RE here. Thank you for sharing your heart with us, with making us laugh with you, cry with you, get scared with you- your light & laughter mean more than you might ever know. Happy Birthday! The 30’s are a great decade, and the best really js get to come 🎉

I'm turning 34. I am absolutely different from highschool and a little more polished than my 20s and I just love it here. I'm a mama and wife. I love my house. Love my family. I'm a big kid with adult money. So I can go to Lazer tag for date nights. And vacations. I deal with depression and reminding myself that I use to daydream about my real life occasionally blows my mind and helps a little. ❤ Because 19 yr old me who was a mom in an abusive situation, living below the poverty line would have never dared to dream of hosting movie theater themed slumber parties for my daughter and laughing with her and her friends. Or a husband who would snatch me into bear hugs when I cry. Or bonus kids I get to love on after not being able to have more. My freaking in-laws even love me. And it helps to remember when thoughts get dark so thank you so much for the reminder of how all the bitter made today all the more sweet ❤❤❤

Ashleigh, I found your channel pretty recently and have been binging your content. I also live with depression and have been struggling a lot recently. Your videos have brought me a lot of moments of joy. Happy birthday, Im glad youre here too.

I also struggled through high school. I am now 68 years old and been happily married 40 years. I've also had depression but as you get older, and wiser, it gets better. I enjoy watching your reactions. You always make me laugh and make my day brighter. Love from Indiana.

Your speech at the end started making me cry. I relate to a lot of what you said. Sending hugs.

Razzles are fruit flavored candy that becomes gum as you chew it. Two treats in one. First song in question at her party was, "Burning Down The House", by The Talking Heads. "Love Is A Battlefield", is by Pat Benatar. Jennifer is the star of Marvel's, "Elektra". Happy Birthday!!! 🎂🎈🎉 ✌️❤️🌹

Hello from Chattanooga, Ashley! Just stopping by to say that I have been a subscriber and a patreon member for a few months now. I never comment because I feel as if it will get lost in the shuffle, but I freaking LOVE how authentic you are 🫶🏼 I recently turned 32, and I absolutely resonate with you on your mixed emotions. The fact that you use your platform to speak so open and honestly about mental health, is beautiful. The world is a much better place with you in it, and I am grateful for everything you do! Happy belated birthday 🤗

Adam Lambert : getting older, being a recommended video for this after that ending. IS PERFECT. I'm sure its just my algorithm but it's got me crying.

58 here. 23 is the age I am in my head. You’re my favorite movie reactor; you are so much better at watching them than I. You have a great memory & instinct for what is coming.

Happy Birthday again! The 30’s and 40’s are great, have a lot of fun with them! Just take good care of your health, that’s the shocker later on. You feel like yourself no matter what but things go a little bonkers in your 50’s. I’m so glad you’re happy with what you’re doing and sharing the fun here. You just keep doing what you’re doing, baby girl, you’re just fine!

Much appreciation for you Ashleigh - love your sense of humor and your authenticity. Happy belated birthday. You have a phenomenal singing voice. It surprises me every time you belt out a song out of nowhere!

Oh, Ashleigh, sweetie. Your heartfelt thank-you at the end has me in tears. You're just such a light, and I'm so, so happy that you pulled through those dark times, and you're still here with us. Love ya, girlie, rooting for you, always

You're officially "30, flirty and thriving", Ash ✨️❤✨️ And I dig that the main cast and some of the minor cast (Jennifer, Judy, Mark, Andy, Lynn and Brie. Hopefully I didn't forget anyone) of '13 Going On 30' are all a part of Marvel 😊

You are correct, Ashleigh. People don't FEEL older (at least until the arthritis sets in), but eventually things do get pretty obvious. No matter. The IMPORTANT thing to realize is time slips by WAYYY too fast, and it's important to make the most of it while you can. When I was in my 20s, I always thought there would be plenty of time to accomplish everything in my life's goals, but suddenly I discovered time had passed in a flash, and I'm stunned at how old I am now. Fortunately, I'm still physically fit and relatively healthy now, but I find myself looking back and remembering the people and experiences that make my life enjoyable and satisfying now, more than ever. Even so, I still have so much to do before I'm no longer capable. Along with that feeling are the regrets (not many, but there are a few). Regrets about how I (mis)treated one special person while I was in high school. Regrets about career choices, although on the upside, those choices have left me retired, completely debt free, and more happy and stress free than at any other time in my life. I guess the take away from all of this rambling is my plea to enjoy your life while you can, Ashleigh. It will pass much faster than you can possibly comprehend at the still young age of 30. YOUR KZfaq content, along with your very real and honest human emotions and the courage to share them with us makes you very special to me and so many other subscribers. We thank you for all you do, and wish you the very best in life. You are loved and appreciated just because you are you.

you do get it we all feel as a young person living in an old person's body the mind never changes the world changes around us and we are all just trying to live in our head and in the world and hope they can match up every now and then.

happy happy birthday, Ashleigh! i’m glad you’re still here. your message at the end was very touching. thank you for speaking out on what those of us with depression battle with and i hope you got to celebrate you, friend! keep being amazing. 🎉✨

Thank you, Ashleigh, for sticking around. Glad you're here too.

I'm glad you're here too. I follow a pretty good handful of reactors on a regular basis, but you're by far my favorite. You're honest, funny, and you have a good heart. I'm almost exactly twice your age, but we share similar sensibilities. I always look forward to seeing what you've been up to. Happy Birthday!!

Okay, Ashleigh, I am a 54 yr old Black mom to 3 fantastic young adults, and I confess that you just simultaneously broke and filled my heart. It pained me to hear of your depression, but you are an absolute example of the power of perseverance. You have such a joyful spirit. I never would have guessed you had that struggle, but thank you for sharing it. I am certain I am not alone in being extremely glad that you bless us with your reviews and insight. I only recently discovered your channel with Hidden Figures. You are now my go to when I need a few chuckles and renewed faith in the existence of good people in this world. You are so positive and unapologetically you with such a pure and amazing call-it-like-you-see it manner. Keep enjoying your life and many thanks for sharing a bit of it with us!! Happy belated birthday!!!

FUN FACTS: There is quite a lot of stuff going on in the background that some of you likely didn’t catch. One of the Six Chicks was a very young Ashley Benson, aka Hanna from Pretty Little Liars. Now begins the bizarre MCU connection. Brie Larson aka Captain Marvel was another one of the Six Chicks. Of course we’ve got Mark Ruffalo who was Hulk. Young Matty, Sean Marquette did the voice of Spider-Man in the 2005 video game of the same name. Judy Greer, Lucy/Tom Tom was in Ant-Man as Ant-Man/Scott Lang’s ex wife, Maggie. Jennifer Garner, Jenna Rink was Elektra. Wendy, Ann Collins played Silverfox, and Andy Serkis as Richard, was Ulysses Klaue.

5:03 YOU DON'T KNOW TALKING HEA...never mind...Talking Heads - Burning Down the House 10:42 HOLY CRA.....Look how young Smeagol is !

My childhood bedroom is actually a recording studio/guitar room! My parents don't exactly work out. This movie is my "comfort movie"-Jennifer Garner has such an incredible talent for the physical stuff that she really sells being a 13 year old trapped in a 30 year old's body. I think you'd enjoy the show Alias, even if you don't watch it on the channel (but I'd love it if you did!). JG plays a superspy who kicks SO MUCH ASS. And I think that feeling of NOT getting to get older is a commonality in us folks with depression. I couldn't imagine (at 17) living to be older than 21, and most times I didn't really want to. Then I couldn't imagine being 25, and never imagined I'd still be around at 30, then 40. I never thought about making plans for the future because I didn't think or want to be around. But now I'm almost 47 (Happy Birthday to my fellow April babies!) and my depression is so much better and I feel like life keeps getting better. I have so much to look forward to and I'm so glad I'm still here, and I'm so glad that YOU'RE still here! Thank you for sharing yourself with all of us. I'll take my meds right now. ❤❤❤❤❤

I am 42. At this age, it is still super hard for me to believe that I'm not that high school age anymore. Or even in my 20s. Everything went by so quick and my mind still thinks its 2006 sometimes. Enjoy your thirties. I had a blast in mine. Ashleigh, I appreciate you. Your candidness. You're so honest about who you are and that is so rare. There are days I will literally just click on a video of yours for a movie I've never seen because your presence is calming and you make me laugh. I understand about having those days where you didn't want to be here. Where you didn't think you'd make it to a certain age. Look at us now though. I'm glad YOU'RE still here.

We love you, Ashleigh! Thank you for being your wonderful self. Thank you for being open and honest and vulnerable and that you for being caring and supportive of your public, for sharing your journey, which can help us along our journeys, as well. We appreciate you. All the love to you, and Hubbin' and Beans and all the furbabies.

My friends and I went to see this movie together. We'd all graduated from high school in 1984, so we enjoyed the movie immensely! There are some jokes in there you wouldn't get if you didn't experience the 80's, lol. We love you, Ashleigh! Thanks for being so open. That's why we connect with you! ❤️

The end of your video touched me so much. I’ve been on depression meds for years as well. The older I get the harder it’s been and I’ve often thought if I will make it to my 60s. I’m 41. I put on a happy face to those around me but feel so much pain inside. But thank you for your message. It means so much ❤

About Thiller. The song always gave me the creeps, but the dance was awesome. 😎

From a 50yo Ashley to a 30yo Ashleigh, happy birthday sweetheart, you are such a delight. Thank you for being with us, and keep thriving.

I was just past 30 when I started my own videos, and now I'm 45 still going on with it, and I just want to say it's just wonderful to see so many like you putting there own stuff out there. I know exactly how it feels to have people out there who love and enjoy your work and how it makes creators like us feel like maybe we're doing something good in this world. Here's hoping your next 30 years are even better.

I don't usually comment, however, dear Lordt! You had my eyes sweating. I will be 57 this year and am still having a blast. Depression had always loomed over my and now my son. But we try our best. It's all you can do. Found you a couple years ago and haven't stopped watching. Love love love your channel. Have an amazing day miss ma'am! ❤

Ashleigh, you sweet, sweet girl. I'm only 26 and I am so lucky to have not dealt with depression in my life, but your 'let's talk about it' still had me in tears. You are so genuine in your reactions and your discussions afterward, and that's what makes you one of the best reactors on YT. Never stop being you. I am so happy you are here. You're the first person to make me excited to reach the age of 30, so thank you! From this little girl in Texas: you're never alone.

Life is a box of chocolate, I'm glad you're still here and I'm glad I stuck around when all was dark so I can be here too.

Very emotional ending.. Nothing but love from the other side of the world. :) I have to say my big depression started in my 30s with me reflecting on my life and most fatal with comparing my accomplishments with others of my age. That's not a road you wanna take. I'm glad to be able to enjoy your videos. You being a little weird, funny or weeping but most importantly yourself.

44:41 I feel this all too deep! I made attempts in the past and I agree! I'm happy we are both here today! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! 🎉🎉🎉

As someone who is also about to turn 30, I really appreciate you pouring your heart out at the end there ❤ that’s not an easy thing to talk about but I’m grateful you did, it helps to hear about others with similar experiences. You make me laugh with your videos and I’m glad you’re still here!

It never changes. As someone turning 45 this year, I can confirm. My mum, who is 73, wanted me to take her to the pub last weekend. It never changes.

This movie has one of the best soundtrack 😍

Okay, doesn’t know the Go-Go’s, or Jennifer Garner, or “Burnin’ Down the House’- you know you’re getting old when you have to refer to a 30-year old as a kid. 😂

Ash, I'm not typically active in the comments, but I've been with you and beans from the very beginning. After seeing videos like this can you pouring your heart out and just being genuine, makes you my absolute favorite reactor on the platform. You're the best and I'm so thankful to have found your channel. ❤️

I'm proud of you, Ashleigh. I'm glad we're both here.

I remember going to the theater to watch this in my mid-twenties and getting flack from my roommates about it. I’m just young at heart and always will be. I really believe in just being yourself and doing what makes you happy regardless of age. Happy birthday to you!