I was so happy when you mentioned "men's mental health", everyone deserves to be supported when they're struggling.

I was fortunate enough to be friends with Darlene Cates, who played Mama, back in the late 1990’s/ early 2000’s. She was an absolutely wonderful soul. A very sweet lady who valued her family above all. RIP Darlene.

It's absolutely insane how talented DiCaprio was THIS EARLY in his career. I'd actually argue that he was a lot more dimensional here than in a lot of his later films.

When Becky tells Mrs Grape "I haven't always been like this" it's just the purest thing and I lose it every time.

Such a realistic portrayal of some families. I always appreciate when Hollywood makes these kind of movies.

I read once that Johnny Depp felt really bad while filming this movie because he had to say horrible thing about the actress who played momma and her weight in the movie, apparently she was one of the nicest people you could ever meet

The fact Leo didn’t win the Oscar is the biggest snub in history. Fun fact: when he went to the premier, there were people there who were surprised to know he wasn’t in fact mentally challenged.

The acting in this is phenomenal by Johnny, Leo and the lady who plays the mom. All fantastic performances.

Leo was offered the part of Max in Hocus Pocus but turned it down so he could be in this.

"Somedays you just can't be strong".. Truth!! Great Reaction!

hey J! I'm in this movie 🙂 Tenor sax in the band. Funny story ... we were the elite 1st chair Jazz / ensemble band in my home town Manor, TX. The director told us we played "This Magic Moment" too well, and so we de-tuned and missed notes on purpose to make it sound worse 😄

Trivia: Darlene Cates, who played the overweight mom. She was discovered when she was a guest on The Sally Jessy Raphael Show. Rest is movie history. RIP Darlene Cates.

Clearly a movie moment of fiction but burning down the house to spare their mom that final embarrassment of a crane having to haul her out showed how much they truly loved her and pushed them to move on. Great reaction.

You know you're in a small town when the school band shows up to play at the opening of a fast food restaurant

Omg he got the burger barn emblem censoring his profanity 😂😂😂

Seeing J cry made me tear up. Leo has always been such a great actor.

You’re a sweet man J it takes a lot to share your emotions thank you for sharing who you are with us

I really wish they would make these moviea again. The 80's and 90's were the beat times to grow up in

Johnny depp really do got the most luxurious hair ever!

I think Leo deserves an Oscar for pretty much every movie he has ever been in, He is so good at every character he has ever played I can't think of one movie he's in that didn't make me feel something..great reaction as always..

Another great mental health awareness movie starring Johnny Depp is Benny and Joon.

Oh , This one is going to hurt. I absolutely love this movie. But it's a hard watch. I'll be here.😊

people often talk about movies that ruined them in their childhood. Bambie's mom, Mufasa, etc. This movie shattered me when I was a child. and it still does to this day

If you want to check out another Juliette Lewis movie, I would highly recommend "The Other Sister." It's such a beautiful story, with so many emotions. It's funny, it's sad, it's heartwarming, and so inspiring too. Juliette, as well as her co-stars acted their arses off. In my opinion, she should have won an oscar that year. I think you'd really love it.

Hey J. , Thank you so much for this reaction . For me this movie is far underrated and everyone should see this movie. It is not filled with explosions , weather disasters , or serial killers. This movie is filled with mental health issues, physical heath issues, and societal issues. It is about everything important about being human , having empathy , respect and lack there of . This hits home for so many people on many different levels and I do not believe my adolescent self would have survived the same without "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" . I might not ever meet Leo, Juliet , or Johnny but they through this movie helped me more than they will ever know.... this movie is a classic.

I just love how sincere your reactions are! Thank you for reacting to this absolute hidden gem! ❤

OMG!!! One of my most favorite movies!!!! Thank you so much for reacting to this beautiful movie!!!! Leo was given full reign on his character. Both Leo & Johnny’s performances are immaculate

Leo should have won the Oscar for this.

the BB as the censor icon is.... iconic lol. Great choice once again, B.

Bro, sometimes it”s ok to not be ok. Thanks for keeping it real during your reactions!

37:08 - "I haven't always been like this." "Well, I haven't always been like this." One of my favorite lines in a movie. So simple and just nails it.

No one talks about how good this movie actually is, at least in today's world. This is definitely my favorite role with Leo. Juliette Lewis and Johnny Depp were great, too.

This film reminds me so much of home that it hurts. I sincerely love how you don't pull any emotional punches in this and just let everyone see how it makes you feel. You're a good man, Jay!

Caretaker depression is real, and Gilbert felt it tenfold. Beautiful reaction to a movie I've watched several times. I even read the novel after the movie came out because I was so taken by the story. Thank you for your honest heartfelt take on a movie that seems forgotten. ❤❤

This movie portrays so many of our families that have so many pressures. Father figure being deceased, mother couldn't cope without him, and all the pressures being a mother of so many kids, with one being a special needs person. Oldest teen son feels obligated to take on ALL the responsibilities of keeping the entire family afloat. He truly loves his brother with special needs, that requires so much of his time, and attention. Being just barely older than his brother, he also has the pressures of his own needs, and desires. The truly saving grace for not only Gilbert, but his brother Arnie is his new girlfriend Becky, who is a truly understanding, and loving soul. It is so hard to watch that their mother makes the choice she does to finally lay down in a bed, knowing she couldn't breathe in that position...thinking her passing would ease her kids pain, embarrassment, and their mental anguish is so sad. The fact that they burned the house to bury her to prevent her being a spectacle for the nosey, and cruel townsfolk that saw her as a joke; is something that is just indescribable in it's emotional impact. THIS FILM is aptly named, yet it really shouldn't be "Whats eating Gilber Grape", I think it would be even more aptly named "What isn't eating Gilbert Grape" as JL said he had SO MUCH on his plate. What phenomenal mental strength he had. At least in the end all the kids apparently had a place/situations to move forward into, and best of all Gilbert, and Arnie BOTH went with Becky, and it appears they will be OK going forward. SO many emotions touched me by this film. Johnny Depp, Leo Dicaprio, and many of the cast members did a fantastic job. Great reactions JL....loved it. Great job as always JL, and Blank...great edit as well my man. BRIAN

Such an amazing, heart-warming, and heart-breaking film. Brilliant writing, and an absolutely stellar cast, especially Deep and DiCaprio. It's some of their best work (DiCaprio in particular...dude should've got an Oscar for this). Edit: Apparently that last point is a popular one.

I love how real your reactions are. I’m just the same as you when I watch movies! Love how you let ur tears roll down ur face’ Great reaction!!

My daughter keeps dry socks in her car just in case her socks get wet somehow during the day 😂 she thinks wet socks are criminal too 😂

My favourite movie for 30yrs, the sadness and tears always sit with me for a while after watching.

I love J’s emotional reaction to these type of movies. I’m so happy to have found your channel buddy. ❤❤

One of the greatest acting performances of all time by Leo. Just absolutely stunning.

My late Uncle Eddie was oxygen deprived at birth. He was a lot like Arnie. At my mom's funeral be pointed to her casket while I was talking to him and said "There's Carol!" He was such a sweet person

Loved the reaction. This was the first movie that made me cry when I was a kid. My mom thought there might be something wrong with me since I didn't cry watching Bambi, but it was just...my mom isn't a doe. My mom was however, fairly overweight (though not obese), and I had a severely retarded uncle that I had to help care for after school, so I was able to connect with these characters a lot more.

I've seen this movie four or five times,and it always brings a tear to my eye 😢 It's ok to be human.

Bro I saw this in my feed and quietly whispered “oh no” 😢

I've been in love with this movie since I first saw it.. ❤ many years later when I saw "Tropic Thunder" and those words "You went full retard, you NEVER go full retard" fell from Robert Downey Jrs lips, this movie came to mind.. for fear of offending I won't go any further into that brain thought but you get where I'm going with that.. because Leo DID and it is such a testament to his acting chops because of how convincingly and immersive he played the role that you could not differentiate.. and at such a young age.. just WOW.. Leo deserved/deserves WAY recognition for his work here.. thanks for reacting to this one.. ❤

This is a great choice. I love this movie.

This is One of my favorite reactions from you! I forgot how dang sad this movie was. Top acting

6:02 I’m with J on that one, if it was me, that kid would have gotten laid out, I personally hate bullies. This is such a great movie, I’ve loved it since I saw it in the theaters. In fact, yes, Rold Gold Pretzels are still being made.

@JL Yup another classic gem and a lovely showcase at the only thing that matters and the one thing we all need...LOVE. Much appreciation to the EOM staff and the amazing patreons.

I think I was too young to recognize John C. Riley. I haven't seen this for almost 20 years.

The lady who played Gilberts mother died in 2017 at the age of 69. That's a great run for someone that size.

This movie is so underrated. Definitely a hidden gem with great performances by Depp and Dicaprio. Leo should have won the Oscar for sure. He did such a phenomenal job that people were shocked to find out he wasnt handi capable

Oh, I'm so excited!! Waited for this One!!❤

I have been waiting for this with anticipation ❤❤❤ this is one of my favorites ❤❤it tears my heart out but I can't not watch it ❤❤❤I can't wait to see J's reaction❤❤❤

Hope you are having an great and awesome day ❤

Every time I watch this movie, I fall for JD all over again. He is absolutely stunning in this one.

You are so right when you said 'He probably needed that hug more than anything!'. I watched this film a few months ago when my mom was dying in the hospital. I would work from home on days and would spend every night in the waiting area outside ICU, mostly scrolling thr phone to distract myself. Days in and days out! I didn't have anyone to tell how I felt. In those many days I could so much relate with this character. Sometimes really all you need is a hug!

OH NO! We're going to break his poor baby deer heart...this movie gets me in the feels every time.

Well I missed the premiere I was working but still this is a good movie Johnny and Leo are phenomenal actors ❤

This movie has a very well-known and talented cast......one of my favorite movies.

There's nothing like Juliette Lewis in the 90s. She kills in everything she's in. Pretty much all the early Depp and Dicaprio stuff is great as well. This one is a hard watch for me, hits real close to home, but it's a top-tier film. They don't make stuff like this anymore and it's a crime. If you haven't seen it, another great Jonny Depp film that seems to get overlooked from the same era is Benny & Joon. It's a nice bit of Depp being a weirdo before Fear & Loathing/Pirates seem to have stuck him into Ultra Weirdo mode. Another 90s classic for sure.

Another great reaction! Whether you're laughing, crying, startled, or grossed out- it's amazing.

Damn.... I'm 40 yrs old and I remember back when this came out and was on HBO several times over and over. Haven't seen it since the 90s.... Until now.

It's not just the acting and the themes of dysfunctional families, fat shaming, and "small town" commentary that make me feel for this film, but the gorgeous cinematography is incredible. I love the shots in this deep movie.

Soooo excited for this !!!!

This is one of my favorite movies ever. I am so glad you finally got the chance to see it. Thanks for your beautiful geniune reaction. Keep rockin it.

This is such a unique movie, and Dicaprio’s performance never ceases to amaze me. And I agree with the message. 👏

"Now we know what's eating Gilbert Grape, don't we!?"

'Whats eating gilbert grape' a housewife apparently

Great acting by everyone in this film. Thanks for your reaction.

10:16 lmao reminds me of a married with children episode where Peggy mother comes to visit and does the same thing lol

Never saw this until summer 2020, good time to stay indoors & see new-to-me movies, lol :3

This movie hits so hard with me. I have a son who’s autistic, and although he’s high functioning he has still had his moments for the worst over the past few years and I just thank God that he’s still here and has a village and his dad who cares for him. Leo and Johnny did an amazing job in their roles. The part with Arnie in the tub just killed me. I was mad at his mother because she was at home and couldn’t even get her kid out of the tub and she blamed Gilbert for it! And the wife he was messing with was straight up OC! And when they arrested Arnie she then decided to go and take care of her kid! 🤦🏾‍♀️ Then when Gilbert hit Arnie! 😩 Leo was also in a film called “Basketball Diaries”. I think you’d like it.

The song of this movie is one that keeps with you from the first time

The actress who played the mom wasn’t actually an actor, which is amazing

You’re the best. You radiate kindness and strength- thank you for your reactions. ❤

This is one of my favorite movies ever

LOVE THIS MOVIE!! Benny and Joon... another great Johnny Depp movie from early on and Basketball Diaries with Leonardo Dicaprio ❤

One of the greatest films ever

This movie is so good. It's so sad and so hopeful at the same time. It crushes me every time, but in a good way.

this is amazing but hands down my favorite young Leo is in "The Basketball Diaries" phenomenal movie..you also get a super young Marky Mark in it too

All the water towers I've seen like that have a cage thing across the bottom of the ladder so nobody can climb up.

It’s a great movie. I think people should know that the book doesn’t have the happy ending the movie has though. The scene where Gilbert leaves Endora with Becky a year later was added for the movie. That’s not saying it didn’t happen though.

Yea!!! I’ve been asking reactors to watch this one. Thank you!

I goddamn love this movie and I love your reaction. I feel like not many people watch this movie now, because it's not one of those big mainstream 90's movies everybody knows about.

Man, I’d forgotten about this one, and I’m left crying with you. This movie is rough and beautiful. Much love.

BRO! The Other Sister! Juliette stars with Giovanni Ribissi as two special needs people that meet and fall for each other. Great heartwarming film.

5:42 is that John C. Reilly Dam he never ages looks the same when he was Step Brothers lol

This was the first thing I saw Leo in and he was so good I thought he really was challenged. There was a popular actor with Downs at the time starring in a TV show, so I assumed he was another actor with a disability. I was shocked when I saw him on a red carpet commercial (on E! probably) and he was just a young guy. So damn talented. Been a huge fan ever since.

Haha - John C. Reilly and Mary Steenburgen before Step Brothers!

I want to shout out the director Lasse Hallstrom. Also directed The Cider House Rules, Hachi: A Dog's Tale and many other films...as well as ABBA videos from the 70's.

Dude you have become my favorite reactor. I just realized you got the Burger Barn logo for your cuss words. Thats magic!

Have been very excited for J to watch this one. 😄

Marvin's Room is another excellent performance by Leo. I highly recommend watching it ❤

This movie is so good, sad at times. Leo clearly shows how talented he is xx

I forgot Crispin Glover was in this. Reminds me, you should really watch “River’s Edge”, with him and Keanu Reeves. A creepy movie based on a true story.

Oh you're reaction was so moving - the way the townspeople reacted to the mom was so cruel it breaks your heart. Everyone acted their ass off - just beautiful. You should also react to Marvin's Room with Dicaprio, Meryl Streep and Diane Keaton. That movie is also really underrated but has so much heart.

Fantastic movie, I remember the first time a watched it. It took me a few days to get over the feels.

An outstanding movie! So glad you did a reaction--and it was awesome! Thanks for this!