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The racist guy in the taxi backseat who talked about killing his wife is Scorsese making a cameo.

So, the film is about loneliness, depression, the inability to communicate with people, and how that can tip you over the edge. PTSD is also a factor in this, remember Travis is a former marine, just coming out of the Vietnam war, and he's returned to a society he doesn't understand. The scene in the diner with the tablet dissolving is actually very clever. It's supposed to symbolize the simmering rage inside Travis and that he's gonna eventually explode. The Thing about Travis is, he's a total contradiction like Betsy says. He hates the filth and whores of NYC, but he goes to porn theaters every day. He hates the dopers and junkies, yet we see him drink and eat pills all the time. He's essentially an anti-hero, a guy who you know is not a good guy, but you sympathize/empathize with him because of his loneliness, which a lot of people relate too. The dude in the cab who wants to kill his wife is actually the director, Martin Scorsese. I understand why you're in doubt whether or not the ending is real, especially after having seen Joker. But Paul Schrader, the writer and Scorsese have both said it's supposed to be real. And that look that Travis gives in the mirror is supposed to signify that he's a ticking time bomb. He hasn't changed at all and it's just a matter of time before he explodes again. As for De Niro, he definitely is a full blown method actor. He actually got a taxi license and was driving around NYC to prepare for this role. His other iconic performance is in Raging Bull where he plays the boxer Jake Lamotta. In preperation to that, he actually fought some matches and even won a few. Anyway, glad you got around to this film. It means a lot to people, me included. Looking forward to A Clockwork Orange

"I've never seen a Jodie Foster movie.." You need to see The Silence of the Lambs!

Film factoid: One of the girls that Jodi hangs out with ( the one that Tavis almost hits with his taxi ) was a real working girl and heroin addict that the character "Iris" was based on. She died from AIDS in 1994. The other girl was an actress named Billie Perkins who is still living.

One of the prime examples why Matin Scorsese is one of the all time greatest filmmakers to ever live, and that Paul Schrader is one the most undervalued but masterful writers in American cinema.

THE DEER HUNTER: that’s the movie you should watch next! It’s one of the most intense movies ever made!

"Dog Day Afternoon". IMO, Al Pacino's best performance. I think you'd dig it.

Okay, bro. Now we're getting into the good stuff.

DeNiro worked 12 hour shifts as a cab driver to prepare for the role.

"Whoever wrote this movie..." Look up the work of Paul Schrader, both as a writer and director. He's one of the best, still working, and very approachable online.

Bernard Hermann did the soundtrack for this film. One of the greatest cinema composers ever.

I remember reading that people were concerned about Jodi Fosters' safety in the film because her reaction to the violence was so convincing but Scorsese actually walked her through the entire scene before hand to show how it will he done which she was fascinated by. Also her mom was with her throughout the movie. De Niro actually took her to lunch to rehearse their scenes. It was like they were family.

Scorsese really went dummy hard in this film. The framing and themes in this film are so brilliantly done, watching analyses of this film really make you wanna watch it over and over again

That shootout was the most realistic shootout I've seen in a movie. The way Travis just sat in the steps pondering if he should go on with this but realizing he did shoot the pimp already so might as well. Also this movie symbolizes how a guy doesn't even know what he's supposed to do and where he's supposed to go.

This is far from Jodie Foster's first movie. She might be the most experienced film actor in this movie. She and Kurt Russell were Disney's very first child movie actors. They both starred in a ton of live action Disney movies.

"You taking to me?!?!" Iconic line

I first saw "Taxi Driver" at the theater when it came out and it scared the hell out of me. I went out the next day and bought the soundtrack album. It was the last movie score by the great Bernard Herrmann before he died. When I got my first VCR in 1981 it was one of the first movies I bought on VHS back when they were really expensive, like 70 or 80 dollars. "King of Comedy" is sort of like a comedy variation of "Taxi Driver." 14:25 -- The guy in this scene is director Martin Scorcese. He's also seen sitting on the steps in the first scene where we see Betsy.

“The Accused”, “Flightplan”, “Panic Room” also “The Silence of the Lambs” are top tier films of work by Foster. She is an underrated legend if you ask me, powerful actress in any theme.

It's a classic case of unreliable narrator. You can't trust that the events of the film happened exactly the way you see them because the POV of the film is through a bias flawed character. The Great Gatsby is another example.

12:34 “I’ve never seen a Jodie Foster movie...” Stop everything and watch The Silence of the Lambs right now!

Actually, De Niro is a method actor. He studied under both Stella Adler and Lee Strasberg learning the Stanislavski method of acting. It's one of the reasons he's always been so damn good!

Okay Mello, if you're gonna dive into Deniro-Scorcese movies, you gotta do Raging Bull, one of the great films of all time. And hell yeah The King of Comedy is brillant too. Look forward to it!

My brother was in college in 1975-76, when he took a film class and saw Taxi Driver before it’s release. He said it was one of the most memorable and disturbing films ever.

Give “The Untouchables “ a test drive for fashion- It’s a period piece set in prohibition- Huge brilliant cast- Georgio Armani- did the wardrobe It’s UNREAL the suits, everything is absolutely brilliant

The guy in the cab talking about killing his cheating wife, is the director, Martin Scorsese

This movie crushes my soul every time I watch it. It is in my top 10, and possibly top 5 films ever made. Travis was just a lost soul, isolated and unable to connect with his fellow man on any meaningful level. He was disgusted by the lack of empathy and abundance of apathy of everyone around him, and by the miscreant nature of society writ large. He was a man that grew more and more misanthropic everyday, and for reasons that any sane person could clearly relate to, without a single moment's hesitation. He grew evermore frustrated and impatient with a society that had no place for him. One that had cast him into the trash bin of mankind; one that relegated him to the sewers of civilization. Love and hate were too valuable for anyone to waste on Travis. He was background noise, static, if you will. Something that you look at and then never give a second thought for as long as you live. When he finally finds purpose at the end of the film by saving the delicate flower that was Iris, a young girl drowning in the human cesspool that was NYC in the 1970s, it brought a tear to my eye the first time I watched it, and every time thereafter. He channeled his anger and his discontent by freeing her from a life of wallowing misery, and gave her the wonderful life that she deserved, or what could be salvaged of it in any case. A man that went unacknowledged and unappreciated by society finally gets recognized for what he is, and what he has been all along. . . a good man. What a beautiful film it is. A film with a message so beautiful, yet a setting so ugly, bleak, and depressing. A film that inspires hope and resilience where one thinks none can be found. 10/10 in my book. Great review, my friend.

The scene in which Travis gets the cabbie job was groundbreaking. The way films had been made, you never, ever left the main character behind the shot like that. Instead of confusing the audience, taking in Travis' entire world by leaving him, panning around and coming back was brilliant and drew the audience in.

Classic film, classic performance. Jodi Foster was indeed 12 years old when she made this film. If you’ve never seen a Jodi Foster film, you must see another classic. “Silence of the Lambs” Jodo Foster won an Oscar for her performance in this.

Music was the final score by Bernard Hermann, whose long career included many Hitchcock films including Psycho. Check Wikipedia for all the movies he scored.

I love that you reacted to this. Taxi Driver is one of the most unforgettable and unnerving movies I've ever seen. The rising anxiety and tension throughout leads to an inevitable chaos and wrath that's simultaneously satisfying and devastating. The performances are unmatched. It's one of very few movies I'd call a legit masterpiece. Your commentary and real-time appraisals were excellent.

Bernard Herman’s theme is absolute silk not just to the ears, but the soul. Pisses me off that iTunes keeps removing it, because that saxophone is God’s music. Pure Heaven.

I saw this movie in 1983, on VHS- blew my mind. It was the fluid direction and hard boiled, gritty atmosphere that got me. This movie can be read on several levels as well, very cool.

I was there, and NYC was an out-of--control cesspool in the 1970's. Crime was rampant, trash was everywhere, everything was covered by graffiti, and this movie captures that era so perfectly.

Nice video, this is one of the best movies EVER! The Piano Teacher (2001) is another incredible but vary disturbing character study that I’d highly suggest.

When I watched this movie the first time I found it uncomfortable that Jodie Foster was only 14 when this came out, but it shines an unfortunate reality that many women are forced with a lot of times at very young ages so I very much respect this movie for that

This movie is one of the prime examples why the 70s is considered the greatest decade for filmmaking.

29:11In the last seconds of the film, Travis looks into his rearview mirror and sees his own wild eyes looking back. We get one last glimpse of his insanity, churning under the surface, and there's suddenly a harsh, strange note on the soundtrack as Travis adjusts his mirror and looks away from his reflection. I think that goes to show that he likely still has the same problems as before . But I also wonder if now he has a craving from after that night in engaging in killing

You have great taste in movies. You're very on point with your comments and reactions. Love you videos, thanks for reacting to all these classics. It just proves how great movies use to be, and how great they can be.

Jodie Foster was nominated for the Academy Award for this role.

That score by Bernard Herrmann ❤️❤️

His voice is so iconic.

Goodfellas and Casino are a must watch if you’ve never seen them

If you like Robert De niro you should look into "The Mission".

I'm a happy you understand that the last scene is maybe the dream of a dying man. But maybe the massacre was a dream ?... 👀

First time I saw this movie was on TV. It had no commercials and I was glued to the screen the entire time even though I had to use the bathroom during the last half hour or so of the movie, I couldn’t stop watching. Easily one of my favorite films I’ve ever seen.

A great movie, excellent acting from everyone. And I loved the overhead panning shot at the end.

Glad you’re doing King of Comedy too!! In college, I wrote a paper comparing & contrasting the lead characters in both of these movies and love your reactions.

He's not in prison because it would've been impossible to find a jury willing to convict a man who rescued a girl from a child trafficking ring.

He's not in jail because he killed organized crime figures who were prostituting a 12 year old girl. No way a prosecutor would go after him. Also, the musical score was one of the last composed by Bernard Herrmann, who did Citizen Kane and numerous Hit hcock films, most notably Psycho.

Glad you reacted to this film man. Arguably one of DeNiro's best performances. You would enjoy watching a Bronx Tale or Mean Streets too if you get the chance.

This is in my top 5 of all time. Its such a masterclass in filmmaking, im so stoked to see what you think. I saw it for the first time when i was like 16 and i saw it on netflix. I was absolutely blown away

Are you replying to Taxi Driver? Are you, replying, to Taxi Driver? Then what else are you replying too?

As a lifelong taxi driver fan, its so cool seeing someone react to it for the first time; if you want to watch jodie foster, i recommend silence of the lamb. Your idea in the description to watch king of comedy is great aswell, im looking forward to more of your content!

The look in the rear view mirror at the end shows that Travis is absolut paranoid. A ticking time bomb

I've said it many times. The 70's stands as the best in Movies, Music, and TV shows. Taxi Driver is one of so many iconic films of the era. Where almost every scene takes it's time. the camera shots, the incredible acting. And since were talking 70's we should talk about a time to do the best of the all. That would be The Godfather. That is a must. An offer that can't be refused.

Your use of the clapper board is next level.

there is a theory that Travis died from his gunshots while in the apartment, and the prologue is a hallucination while he was dying. Wrapping up him being the hero in his own mind.

I was born 20 years after the release of this movie and the first time I saw it was in 2017. I wanted to see Robert De Niro in my youth and this is the best movie I've ever seen. I think you know how to enjoy and understand the movie. It was the best reaction video. I used a translator. Greetings from Korea 👍👍👏

That last part, where you asked “what was that?” is a reminder to the audience that the main character still has the instability lurking, though dormant for the time being.

Congratulations!! You have to be a very special type of person to GEEK OUT OVER THIS MOVIE. Welcome dude!✋

I love this film. I first saw this film when I was 14. This just made me believe that Robert De Niro in my opinion, is the best actor of all time

Duuude. If you're taking suggestions, check out anything involving Charlie Kaufman. You have the perceptiveness and openness to appreciate his quirks. 💜

I'm going to subscribe hoping that since you've discovered Jodie Foster, you'll do more of her movies. Everybody always says "do Silence of the Lambs!!" but since there are already 5000 reactions to Lambs on KZfaq, here are some others: The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (directed by Scorsese) Foxes The Accused Candleshoe The Brave One (Jodie's turn to be Travis Bickle) Panic Room Flightplan

Cybill Shepherd started her career as a model, so no surprise you had the perfect takes on her that you did. Oh, and the bald taxi driver was Peter Boyle, who also played the monster in Young Frankenstein.

Loving your reactions! If you’re thinking of doing another classic character study set against a gritty New York City, you might give ‘Midnight Cowboy’ a watch.

Fuck yeah. Man you're hitting ALL the classics, after all this is done you're going to be one crazy movie guru. Also this movie is the reason I got a mohawk just like his

Check out Raging Bull and Goodfellas!

The score for the movie was composed by Bernard Herrman, he wrote the music for Psycho and Vertigo (both Hitchcock films), Citizen Kane... and many many others. The only way I could describe him is as a musical and film genius. By the way, he won the Oscar for Taxi Driver score

Also Robert DeNiro worked as a taxi driver in new york for months in preparation for this role. He wasnt as well known back then as he is today so he was able to be pretty incognito lol

...the guy that was in the back seat of the cab that said he was gonna kill his wife was the director Martin Scorsese

I saw a documentary about this movie once where Scorsese was talking about the longer shots (like with the dissolving Alka Seltzer). Some people were saying to cut those bits short. Instead, Scorsese said to let them run longer, let the audience absorb it and wonder about the significance of what they're seeing.

React to Maximum Overdrive lol

Absolute. Classic.

DeNiro spent a lot of time driving a cab so he could get a feel for the kind of people his character would run into. John Hinkley, Jr. got fixated over Jody Foster because of Taxi Driver and basically saw himself as Travis, even to the point of wearing an old military jacket. He wanted to make an impression on Jody Foster by assassinating Ronald Reagan.

Years ago, Times Square was full of old worn out theaters showing pron movies, adult stores, strip joints. The last few mayors have really cleaned it up and made it family oriented tourist spot. Back 2010, I went to New York in May and in June with my kids on school related trips. The 4 story tall Toys"R"Us was Epic. They had a dang ferris wheel in it and they had a bunch of employees playing with lame toys to make them look cool (and it worked). They had 12 foot screen running the latest consoles you could play on. They had velvet rope with a doorman/bouncer blocking non-customers from upstairs the lobby of the 3 story tall McDonald's. They had 20 registers. My daughter had to pee, so I bought a drink and the bouncer let us go right up. They had 30" plasma screens showing McDonald's ads and TV channels. It was upholstered nice and looked like a club. I went to the restroom, also and when I went in, this New Jersey douchebag was walking out. He looked like a living meme with the curly greasy hair tousled up, the fake tan, the medallion, it looked like he had just stepped off the set of Jersey Shore. I wanted to get a selfie, but I didn't want to piss him off, either. :)

Glad to see you watching more serious films!

a shy guy who does not talk much but the narration reflects a thoughtful reflective writer.....

so beautifully shot!!!! Sublime city-scape with some of the best voice-over and music ever

Paul Schrader, the writer, is one of the greatest writers of all time. Check out his films Light Sleeper (Willem Dafoe and Susan Sarandon) and Blue Collar (Harvey Keitel and Richard Pryor), he wrote and directed those. Also, the soundtrack was one of the last by Bernard Hermmann, who scored most of Hitchcock's films.

Todd Phillips saw this and thought he could slap a DC Comics label on the cover and call it Joker.

You should react to The Nice Guys with Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe sometime soon. Hilarious movie with great comedic chemistry between the two of them.

First time I saw this movie was 1998, I was 16, renting movies with my girl, I had never heard of this movie, I just saw DeNiro with a Mohawk and a gun and was like oh hell yeah!!!! Movie blew me away!!!

My mom psychologist growing up and I wanted to follow in her footsteps, and this movie was a big one on my radar for being so early exploring mental health. To your vid, that was such a great job with the video game overlays and everything. That was perfect!

Dude look 10 years younger lmao

Paul Schrader who wrote the screenplay is one of the best. He's still working, too. I've been going back and forth for nearly 50 years on whether the ending is real or just in Travis' mind as he's dying. I just heard an interview with Schrader who didn't answer that outright but mentioned that the very last scene are the she as the beginning. The story is a loop, playing itself over and over. A pretty heavy idea.

Teacher: Why are you here Xander? Me as De Niro: You talkin to me? Teacher: Oh Jesus Christ not again Me as De Niro: there’s nobody else here, so you must be talkin to me Teacher: because it’s Saturday!!! Me: 😐Fuck.

That drummer was a genuine street performer that was sort of famous at the time, in a lot of movies. I thought it was hilarious when Travis took her to the pron movie, at that point you realize that's something's seriously off with him, he genuinely didn't think there was anything wrong with it. Btw, Martin Scorses was the dude talking about his wife with the black dude, wanting to shoot her with the .44.

I saw this in the theater about 1977-78 as a teenager. I love this reflection, meditation on the city and the times.

Btw...if I remember correctly from my film apprec class many moons ago, the ending had to be in desaturated color, or they would have gotten an X rating from the MPAA.

I’m glad you enjoyed the movie too I just got done watching it I really enjoyed this movie 10 out of 10 fantastic movie I hope your channel gets big

The cabbie who's always selling stuff is also the creature from Young Frankenstein. The guy at the campaign headquarters is Albert Brooks, check out some of his movies as well. Great comic talent.

The Best Acting Performance Ever.

you deserve more than 20k subs. dig your reviews man

first time i saw this was at 4 a.m. in 2019 i was extremely depressed and lonely i really related to travis we were alike in many ways i was so mesmerized

1:40 you might recognize the actor seated behind the desk. He had a role in a film as a small time loan shark in a little film called Rocky also from '76.

Great picked!Dinero was fantastic.The Deer Hunter 1978(Robert Dinero),Do The Right Thing 1989(Spike Lee).The Departed 2006 Jack Nickelson,Leo DiCaprio,Mark Wahberg,Matt Damon....🎥👍🏼🎥👍🏼

The night that Bernard Hermann finished recording the score at the studio with the orchestra he passed away. So this is his last music score.

Paul Schrader is the writer. Unfortunatelly Bernard Hermann the composer of the soundtrack only had a dedication to his memory because he had past away when the film was released

Martin Scorsese plays the passenger in Travis' cab, the one that's spying on his wife through the window.