The Secret Life of Walter Mitty

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty | Ten Years Later

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4 ай бұрын

While Ben Stiller's 2013 adaptation of 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' garnered mixed critical reception upon release, its optimistic ideology, gorgeous visuals, and creative scenarios made sure that it found a dedicated group of fans. Ten years later, 'Mitty' doesn't only stand as one of my personal favourite films, but as one that's continuously inspired and engaged those that have come to watch it.
MUSIC
- 'I'm Right Here' by James Thurber
- 'Stationary Cycle' by James Thurber
- 'Eyjafjallajokull' by James Thurber
- 'Quintessence' by James Thurber
- 'Shifting - Japanese Jazz Piano' by Oak Studios
- 'A Day' by Music Paper
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- www.rogerebert.com/reviews/th...
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- la411.com/blog/post/4029792

Пікірлер: 45

@neofluxmachina 2 ай бұрын

I watched this movie with a group of friends at one of their houses in 2013 and nobody got it. I didn't say anything but I absolutely related to the story and the main character's challenges and felt so seen. 10 years later I met my partner and it turns out we both feel the same way, having discovered our neurodivergence since then!

@LeviPaisley 23 күн бұрын

The movie itself is truly the ghost cat

@dbrooke3629 4 ай бұрын

One of my favorite movies. It's been a while since I've watched it but as you went through the film, all those feelings and reasons why I love it came flooding back. It's a beautiful film, literally and metaphorically, and it's too bad it's not better known. But I comfort myself with this: beautiful things don't ask for attention.

@ethanbibile 4 ай бұрын

That’s such a nice way of phrasing its nicheness

@spencergurley 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the shout-out on my video essay Walter Mitty CHANGED ME. Loved your deep dive into this amazing film and it's always refreshing to find other fans of the movie that want to share more of how fantastic Walter Mitty truly is.

@joshuadoliveiro Ай бұрын

I've loved it as soon as I watched it when it first came out. The reviews are exactly as I remember feeling about it.

@anr5525 4 ай бұрын

i watch it when i need inspiration whenever im feeling down

@NeverHoldBackReviews 3 ай бұрын

Ace video. You really convey the awesomeness of the film. In my opinion, it's definitely Ben Stiller's best film and the best cinematic adaptation of the short story.

@ethanbibile 3 ай бұрын

Agreed. For all the comedic brilliance he has as a director and actor, the more serious tone of Mitty just hits different

@chip1464 Ай бұрын

its awesome that people like you are still covering this super underrated movie.

@noalepsy8531 4 ай бұрын

Wow, you’ve inspired me to go watch Walter Mitty again right now!! Love your observations and excitement for this movie. I will watch it with new eyes after hearing you speak so passionately about it. #WalterMitty #BenStiller #Greatmoviereview

@trystanfranziskus 3 ай бұрын

my favourite comfort movie tbh

@sergegirard864 2 ай бұрын

I loved this movie and I am still drawn to it. As for you, you are a very talented young man. Your video is very compelling, thanks to the richness of your voice and the quality of your delivery. I wish you a long and successful career in whatever you will endeavour.

@thedudeabides3138 4 ай бұрын

Great essay Ethan, nicely observed and edited, thank you.

@sohamtota 2 ай бұрын

When i die, if someone asks me of a movie...i ll remember walter mitty

@Chompy_355 3 ай бұрын

An underrated content creator talking of an underrated film

@ethanbibile 3 ай бұрын

Gotta let people know about this gem any way I can

@tysonm2525 3 ай бұрын

I think about this movie regularly!

@jamiedetwiler7261 2 ай бұрын

Me too, it has definitely made an impact on me. I feel like it reminds me that I can go out and experience things, no matter how big or small

@JimVanderveen 4 ай бұрын

I've loved this film from first viewing it in the theater. Time to pull it off the shelf for a re-watch!

@Leikjarinn 2 ай бұрын

as an Icelander, this film holds a part of my heart

@krp9110 4 ай бұрын

I absolutely agree with all of your observances and assessment as well as your fondness of this movie!!! I have always loved it as one of my very favorites!!!!

@Screeny42 Ай бұрын

I am a fan of Ben Stiller's "Walter Mitty" and one day when I was in the town of Livingstone in Zambia, a picture appeared before me similar to the scenes at the end of the movie - where the characters were playing football at sunset in the Himalayas. African sunset, dusty field and people play rugby. And I shot these moments. And footage is really great! Now it would become a scenes in my documentary about rugby. It would be like a tribute to Ben Stiller beacuse his "Walter Mitty" is inspired my adventures. Best regards, Screeny42 from Siberia.

@Solw149 3 ай бұрын

Great video, very thoughtful presentation of your feelings about the movie and I obviously agree, because I clicked on this video. Love the way you're able to put your passion and feelings into words with a wide vocabulary, and very evocative use of movie clips to illustrate your points. Just a thought, some of the other youtube movie commenters end their movies with a sign-off, and I could totally picture you doing this too, to the point where I was momentarily surprised when you didn't. Ever thought about adding a signature sign-off to your videos? I wish you all the best with your channel, and I will be watching with interest.😄

@ForestWanderingCryptid 4 ай бұрын

I watched this movie only once in my childhood, I think of it multiple times a year and this video has made me want to watch again

@ethanbibile 4 ай бұрын

It’s incredible that its impact has resonated with you so much after one watch!

@DrElusive11 4 ай бұрын

This was banging man. Brilliant movie and brilliant video.

@ethanbibile 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video

@ZeanVillongco 4 ай бұрын

I love this movie! I watch it time and time again to gain life inspiration. It is criminally underrated.

@ivanlamparelli9028 2 ай бұрын

Such a beautiful review, you made me want to see walter in action once more. I'm curious, what do you think about yesman? It's another film that I hold dear, that reminds me of walter mitty in many regards. Btw, if you haven't, check out the yesman book (the film is loosely based on a silly but very entertaining real story).

@MichaelCrypt 2 ай бұрын

An inspiring and a beautiful "ghost cat" film only a few can witness, understand, and adore.

@hzaphry 4 ай бұрын

Wow, you nailed it

@TextbookBoxingGB 2 ай бұрын

I think this movie has such a cult following because of how young people now feel like they were sold a life in their childhood only to 'sell out' when they became an adult, me included. Life just wasnt what we thought it would be when we were younger and this film shows that there is indeed another way of going through life.

@colinfoo5908 3 ай бұрын

my favourite quirky movie. Make me want to visit Iceland...It is now my bucketlist.

@meekogeeko 4 ай бұрын

i think over the years, times have changed and I think its how our society has changed is why people are in love with these types of movies. like into the wild as well. to get out of our day to day life to find meaning in life through adventures

@ethanbibile 4 ай бұрын

Into the Wild has been on my watch list for a while. I’ll have to get to it sooner now that I know it’s comparable to Mitty