Don't worry guys, we'll be starting MCU phase 2 this coming week. We just wanted to watch a couple different things in between phase 1 and 2. Don't forget to check out Matt's channel. Here's a video where he makes me work out with him because he hates me: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gZaJhdZ-m9WdeIU.html

Imagine watching Superman 1 and 2 and wearing a spiderman shirt

Matt has been living under a rock his whole life.

Happy that Matt liked the film. There's a lot about this movie that doesn't age well. But I think Christopher Reeve and Gene Hackman's performances outweigh the negatives, in my opinion.

I want to see the reaction for Captain America: The Winter Soldier

That particular scene, with Clark coming into Lois' apartment slouching, his voice high and nasally, and his eyes downcast, before he straightens up, squares his shoulders, looks straight ahead, and lets his voice drop to his natural timbre, is the EMBODIMENT of why people don't think Clark and Superman are the same person. The physical difference that Chris Reeve creates between Clark and Superman in just that scene alone is fantastic, IMO.

I watched the original Superman movie as a full grown adult, and in a day and age where we are spoiled with comic book movies and how they have changed, I really enjoyed it. There's just something very charming about the first Superman movie.

Christopher Reeve is so incredible in these movies. I'm glad we got to see him in Smallville before he passed away.

I know this series is called "My friend watches..." BUT you SERIOUSLY have to ask Jenna's opinion more. I love when i can hear both of their (and your Holden) opinion

The reason superman's costume was designed with the underwear on the outside was inspired by the strong men from the circus. You probably already knew, but she didn't

How his dog was asleep laying on Matt was really funny to me for some reason.

I LOVE the way the dog is just sprawled out on Matt, hysterical!! lol

Christopher Reeve was just an amazing actor to this day I always will love how he played Clark and Superman and made them so different from each other in body language and how he acted best superman ever imo

I think Matt has warmed up to these kinds of movies, I wonder if he would rate the Star Wars or Harry Potter movies different now

How did I know that Matt would zero in on the "How does no one recognize Clark as Superman?" question.

You guys should watch the Indiana Jones movies.

I love how we can see Matt warm up to superhero films over time and show more and more interest in the films.

Ask him this logic: Superman kills Zod in Superman 2, nobody bats an eye. Superman kills Zod in TMOS, everybody loses their minds.

One of the more common arguments for the reason no one recognises Clark for superman is there have been celebrities who have entered their own lookalike contests and not end up winning. Another reason being since superman comes out with all his personal information, nobody would care to look into seeing if he has a secret identity. His just superman.

I saw Superman and Star Wars when they were released in theaters...As a nine year old watching these movies in the 70's it was mind blowing!

“Why do the Kryptonians wear glowing suits..?” “All of them have British accents..” “What’s with the posing, how does it help him fly?” “How do they not recognize Clark is Superman?” That’s what they got out of this film?

Please release the MCU videos as soon as possible. It is my favorite series on KZfaq. It is what we need during quarantine.

It would be interesting to see what Matt thinks of Man Of Steel... MOS and BvS are precisely the “what if” he was taking about, of a Superman on our reality...

It's still the best superman movie. TO THIS DAY

If you guys watch Superman II: Richard Donnor Cut, you must watch Superman Returns (2006)

He'll see the difference in Clark and Superman next film. That scene where he suddenly straightens up, and shifts from Clark to Superman, it is incredible to see the shift so sudden and so convincing. Christopher Reeve was awesome at how pulled it off, he was literally playing 2 characters

Also, all reports from his younger days state that Christopher Reeve was an extremely talented actor, on par with Brando or Pacino or Deniro, and was probably on course to be considered among the best ever. The Superman persona unfortunately hampered that, and then of course his injury later on. He and Robin Williams were at Juilliard together and remained great friends throughout their lives. It’s a real tragedy that Reeve’s career was cut so short. I’ve always wondered what he might have been able to do. Edit: why did iPhone autocorrect Reeve to Reece ugh.

When young Clark is running alongside the train, his feet are above the ground. The filmmakers said “No, that’s not bad special effects, that’s Clark learning to defy gravity.” Works for me!

Thanks for uploading this! I never see many reactions to these films anymore 😊

I think it’s funny when Matt mentions how when the crowd first sees Superman they’re all cheering and everything but in today’s times that wouldn’t happen. They would try and shoot him and what not, that’s definitely how Superman is treated in man of steel and Bvs. When Matt said that I definitely got man of steel and BvS vibes.

These are some of the most entertaining videos on KZfaq and I absolutely love this series

Their will never be a more of a perfect actor to play superman than Christopher Reeves. Some come close like Brandon Routh did continuing his story in Superman Returns and to the cw crossover but none are as perfect as Christopher reeves

Well now he needs to watch the Godfather films!

“My friend who a has never seen a movie, sees a movie for the first time”

You're the best Holden!

Here's a really simple explanation of why the glasses work: Henry Cavill walked around in Times Square while Batman v Superman was getting a lot of press (read: there were giant posters and merch EVERYWHERE) and while wearing a Superman shirt. No one recognized him, and the one person that did asked where the subway was. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/edyaY7teyZjRf2Q.html You guys also offered up some great explanations, my favorite being the low-level hypnosis Clark has. I've also read that combined with the other things he does, like changing his voice and slouching, the glasses also distort his face a little. Love this series, keep them coming!

I like it when we get to see some reactions during the movie and not just hearing Matt's thoughts afterward

Thanks for still doing these guys. I hope your doing ok these really brighten up my week would love to join but i doubt that would happen 😅

I really really really enjoy hearing Matt's critique. Such cathartic viewing

I saw this film on opening night in 1978. I was 13, which was a perfect age at which to experience it. I had already been a hardcore comics nerd from the age of six, so I had gone into the movie with a comprehensive knowledge of Superman's history and lore from comics and other media, and that definitely impacted how I perceived the film as opposed to the average moviegoer's take on it. I've seen the film many times since then and even today I find I hold the same opinions on what I enjoy about it. First off, best theme tune fior a hero ever. Bar none. Christopher Reeve could not have been more perfect as Clark/Superman is he tried. He absolutely nailed the character. For its era, the effects were pretty damned good, especially when he was in flight. (FYI, I had a 13-year career in the comics biz, first as a member of the Marvel Bullpen and then as a production artist and editor at DC/Vertigo, so I took the opportunity to ask all of the then-living legends of the field assorted questions about the characters they worked on. According to Curt Swan, arguably THE signature Superman artist for just shy of 30 years, the position of Superman flying as he does with his arms forward and fists clenched is meant to convey his sense of determination and urgency of what he's doing.) Other than that, and this from the perspective of a comics fan, mind you, I was not fond of much else in the film. The campy tone annoyed the crap out of me, especially the portrayal of Lex Luthor. The formidable amoral "brain" to oppose Superman's kindness and brawn was reduced to a hollow buffoon whose goal was real estate domination. Appalling. Nonetheless, no matter the flaws of this and all of the other first wave Superman features, what keeps me coming back is Reeve as Superman. Even in outright garbage like Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest for peace, he never gave less than his all.

Awesome video, love both your channel and Matt’s.

Matt seems like such a fun guy to hang out with, ya dont get many people that will sit down and keep watching movies they probably won't like just to spend time with their buddies

I love these videos, their so entertaining. Sending love from South-Wales, keep it up ❤️

One of the best channels on youtube!

Another awesome video!

I love hearing thoughts and opinions on movies by none-movie buffs. They often miss the point entirely but sometimes they hit on really good points and details few others think to consider. Always good to look at things from a completely fresh point of view.

I like it a lot better when you have your actual reaction along side the movie rather than just showing clips and then discussion afterward

Hey you guys should watch 42 together! I feel like Matt could use a good sports movie for his troubles

A 7/10 Mattscore isn’t bad for a movie!

Superman is my favorite character in all of fiction and I’m really happy that he didn’t totally trash the film

love this series keep them coming!!!

Glowing suits were retroreflective 3M Scotchlite, which they were already using for the front-projection flying rig (as the material coating the projection surface). They just did it because it looked cool. The suits are lit by a spotlight shining on a beamsplitter just in front of the camera, same setup as in front projection, just using a plain old light and not a projector. The scotchlite is so bright, that it was all they could do to make the actors' faces even visible.

That’s the most chill dog I have ever seen.

Not gonna mention the fact Superman reversed time by spinning the earth backwards?

Matt seein Star Wars in literally everything as usual 😂 and “those glowing suites” haha “What’d they mean?”

Another video, another fantastic shirt. When possible could you put a link in the description for where you bought em?

You should definitely do 'Mystery Men' - there's a nod to Clarke / Superman's glasses, with 'Captain Amazing'

Holden, I watched these with my dad growing up, as well. They hold a special place in my heart. Glad you're just watching the first two. I disagree with watching the Richard Donner cut. He should see what most people have seen and what audiences saw at the time. The Richard Donner cut is more for hard-core fans. I agree that the tone is better in that one. It may work OK if you set up things properly so that he understands the reason the ending is the same in both movies (world turning back). You probably know this, but when preparing to make Spider-Man, Sam Raimi said he watched the first hour and a half of Superman. It was his inspiration. For good reason. There's nary a flaw to be seen. The only things that people could possibly complain about are just things where movie making has improved over time and audiences have changed (especially in sophistication). Christopher Reeve will always be my Superman. And Brandon Routh did as good a job as could be done in Superman Returns. I'm curious why this video is different than your others in terms of showing the reactions. You didn't show any reactions but instead just movie footage.

Yes, thank you for doing the Donner cut!

Can't wait for yall to get into phase 2 and 3

Matt, the suits are glowing because they're aliens. I imagine it was one of the "better" digital special effects available during it's production, were talking 40 years ago. Glad you enjoyed the film, you guys should watch Richard Donner's 2, Superman Returns and Man of Steel. Great vids as always guys, and Jenna's right about the music 🤷‍♂️

somehow managed to see this video 30 seconds after it coming out.

Absolutely love the first 2 Superman movies! Best Super hero theme song of all time

These two have been living under a rock they're entire lives...

One of the best comic book movies ever, imo. Much more imagination involved for the creators of it.

Another Superman was brandon routh, who is in the DC CW shows.

Love these videos. Maybe you could add a little more screentime for movie scenes. Im pretty sure people wouldnt mind longer vids

Good reaction. I think the best explanation of why nobody recognizes Clark as Superman, is that we have to keep in mind that we, as the audience, KNOW that Superman disguises himself as Clark Kent. But people who live in that universe, more than likely never even THINK that Superman would have a secret identity. Why would he? I'm sure they assume that he spends 100% of his time as Superman. So if someone would happen to think that Clark looks vaguely like Superman, they would either dismiss it as being ridiculous, or even if they flat out told Clark how much he looks like Superman, he could easily dismiss it, by saying "Really?! I'm flattered!" or "Yeah, I've heard that before"... ORRRRR... he could be really bold and jokingly say, "Wow... you figured it out. I actually AM Superman."... this probably just get a laugh from whoever he said it to. So yeah, if nobody thinks that Superman would have a secret identity, why would they think that Clark Kent is Superman? Have a great day!

That moment when you’ve been expecting a phase 2 video and he hits you with an old Superman. My balls are blue now. Thanks Holden

The dynamic expressed by his arms actually changes his speed and direction!!! .. sorry to disappoint.

Random fact: The chest with the kryptonite that Lex tricks Supes into opening is the same prop chest that Obi-Wan opens to give Luke his father's lightsaber.

at this point i’m starting to believe that matt hasn’t seen a movie in his entire life

Superman is a beautiful film. It's not just got great cinematography, it also deals with some pretty heavy themes with a refreshing lack of irony. The 70's were a gritty cynical time at the movies until this one.

I saw the thumbnail and was like “No, don’t do it! Leave this movie alone! “ But then I was like “eh, I’m invested, I kind of want to know what others thought about the movie. “ I will say, I’m completely shocked Matt or Jenna didn’t mention the going back in time part as a gripe.

Wow, I was really not expecting that 7/10.

I don't think I've even watched this movie(atleast as an adult) so now that Matt has I'm definitely feeling some type of pressure to buy it so I can check it out. Probably go your route and watching the director's cut of 2. So if you wanna put an affiliate link in the description(something you should definitely do with alot of these movies in case theres other people out there like me) I'll go through your link. Stay safe

Curious if you watched theatrical release of this. I have an extended version somewhere that includes The Gauntlet scene leading to Luthor's lair. Love that part.

The ending of part one was changed because originally one of the missiles was redirected to space where it set up the release of Zod for part 2 so part one and two were both compromises from Dick Donner’s vision. Studio had no faith that a sequel would happen so removed the ‘cliffhanger’ ending.

I’d love to see the reaction to the theatrical version of Superman II. I know folks love the Donner cut, but the Lester version one tells a more complete story of Zod and all.

Probably the best superhero theme behind Burton's Batman. I love Superman 2, so looking forward to the reaction. You guys should watch Man of Steel after to get a modern take.

Well done Jenna getting the John Williams link!

How did Matt not wake up that dog? He's shouting and waving his hands everywhere!

The glowing of the kryptonian suits is actually rather important. The idea behind the kryptonian technology was that all of krypton was crystal, including their clothing so that’s why their clothing glowed. The physical reason to glowed was that it was made of the same material as a cinema screen so when you show a light on it it just illuminated. Nothing if meant to be campy. The watchword for the production was verisimilitude. Lois isn't stupid, but she's distracted. Watch the Donner cut of II and you'll see what Lois can do when Clark is her focus.

Yay you’re doing something different in between the MCU series are you going to do the Batman series after MCU phase 2

Matt has shat all over some of my favorite movies but it never really bothered me too much. If he had done the same thing about Superman, one of my all time favorite heroes, I would have had to reach through my screen and slapped him silly. Lol.

Watch the longer cut of Superman

that sweet pup was breathing straight armpit the whole time hahaha

Some DC comic books actually introduced other characters who happen to look just like Clark Kent, so people would confuse them for being Superman secret identity.

Does this mean you guys will be watching man of steel at any point👀

OMG.... thank u very much.... first Superman Movie reaction

When it comes to SUPERMAN II, I agree both cuts are neck and neck. If I could only choose one, I would choose the Donner cut because of Marlon Brando's scenes and the pacing is better, but the overall story is pretty much the same either way.

The comment about how did she not recognise him cracked me up. Reminded me of the movie mystery men. I’d love to see a reaction to that movie. It’s so bad it’s great. One of my favourite films

Even though Superman the Movie has dated special effects its storytelling and script is so good. So brilliantly done. Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel doesn’t even come close.

Matt thankyou. I love you.

You should have mentioned how in the place they were filming this, despite posters everywhere of him in superman outfit, advertising the movie, the actor went out in full clark kent getup to get some food and NO ONE RECOGNISED HIM. This is an interesting thing in psychology. People don't notice things hidden in plain sight. No one would imagine that out of all the millions of people in the city, that their friend would actually be superman, so they just dismiss any intrusive thoughts as rediculous. His glasses work because people simply don't see.

Well, well, Well. *THIS IS THE FIRST!* So he liked an actual Superhero movie. And an Timeless iconic one at that. Superman the movie is the same film that helped put the superhero genre on the movie maps. And deserves more than a 7. It's earned a *10!!*

Got some good shots of the dogs. That's always good. Maybe you could watch On the Waterfront, since you referenced the film by mentioning the "coulda been a contender" scene. Its actually a really good film and the first film that ever mentions the Mob.

I cant believe you watched this over once upon a time in hollywood

Great Video again Holden, I suggest watching The Amazing Spider-Man Movies with Matt just to get his opinion on all three modern Spider-Man adaptions before you get to the MCU Spider-Man.

This channel should just be named “My friend reacts” Such an original concept...