Dead Man's Shoes (2004) MOVIE REACTION!
Added 2023-07-18 20:00:04 +0000 UTCIf you watch my reaction to this you'll see why I rank this movie pretty high among the films you have recommended to me over the months. PS Sorry for the late post, a bad storm knocked out my internet for most of the day. HOPE YOU ENJOY THE REACTION!
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that scene where Sonny confronts him on the side of the road......one of my favourite scenes of all time!👊🤷♂️👏👏👏😂💜
Adam Hale
2025-04-07 15:24:19 +0000 UTCTyrannosaur is an absolutely brilliant film that I've seen once and never want to watch again
Joe Blakeley
2024-12-17 11:57:16 +0000 UTCThis was filmed in my local town of Matlock and Riber castle!
Philip Tomlinson
2024-12-07 18:29:30 +0000 UTCNot many films can make you feel like this one can. Especially with all the blockbusters we have these days, all it takes is 3 weeks filming, low budget, Great actors and a brilliant story that hits like a truck. The church organ music and final scenes are a masterclass. Paddy's performance should be studied in drama schools " was he calling for me was he screaming my name ( yeah he was ) He still is". I watched it in the cinema recently for the 20 year anniversary and was ridiculous as I never seen it on the big screen before. Great reaction king glad you love it.
Daniel Monney
2024-08-17 10:49:14 +0000 UTCSee the guy in the suit case that was the guy who ran away
Cameron Allan
2024-03-14 02:59:39 +0000 UTCHello Mr King lol, i hope you read this because having just seen your reaction to this, i must recommend a film directed by Paddy Considine called Tyrannosaur. It is not about dinosaurs and the title is explained in the film, it stars Olivia Coleman who is outstanding in this (she’s always excellent) and Peter Mullan (Ozark and many excellent films). It is an amazing and powerful little film. I think the less said about it the better but it shares some similarities to Shane Meadows films like Dead Man’s Shoes and This Is England. I have to warn you if you decide to see it, It is hard hitting but well worth seeing. Even if you have to watch it in your own time away from the camera please see it. Have a good day 👍
James Ellison
2024-01-21 21:12:20 +0000 UTCJust upgraded to movies and had to watch this straight away when I saw you've done it :D This is the town of Matlock in Derbyshire, amazing and stunning place on the edge of the 'Peak District' in central England. Plenty of mountains and countryside to explore if you ever come over. The castle building which Is seen many times during the movie and serves scene of the suicide/murder is Riber Castle, which overlooks Matlock. I have memories as a child of visiting when it was a zoo :D Sadly, it has been been converted into apartments, but is still worth a walk up, along with many places in the area :)
Simon Ball
2023-12-21 22:19:37 +0000 UTCAfter you figure out the twist, you want to watch it again, and on the 2nd viewing you notice that NOBODY interacts, speaks or sees his brother outside of the flashbacks because he isn't really there. the film was hinting at it a number of times but you never pick up on it during your first watch.
Dave Jones
2023-11-28 23:33:16 +0000 UTCThank you for this. Wonderful film and a great reaction. Wasn't expecting to watch the whole thing. But that's all I can do with anything from Shane Meadows. Would be interested to see your views on 'Tyrannosaur' (Paddy Considine's directorial debut.) And Olivia Coleman's most powerful performance, in my opinion.
Richard Normansell
2023-11-01 21:30:45 +0000 UTCThe guy with the Bandanna was on the list and a witness. He was dead the moment they saw each other in the Pub...
Daniel Heywood
2023-08-23 02:51:28 +0000 UTCAlways seen clips of this on Facebook but had never got round to watch it, glad i got to experience it with King B! Talking of countryside I highly recommend Detectorists a great light hearted comedy set around metal detecting starring Mackenzie Crook (The Office UK, Pirates of the Carribean) and Toby Jones (Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom).
Jamie stroud
2023-08-16 01:33:01 +0000 UTCIm afraid it was filmed in Derbyshire not yorkshire, both beautiful places though.
Tayus
2023-08-12 19:29:29 +0000 UTCSo true! Im from Wirksworth, about a 10-15 min drive from matlock and the surrounding area has been great to explore over the years.
Tayus
2023-08-12 19:28:20 +0000 UTCA joy watching you react to this. I’ve seen a couple of American reactions to this film but for me yours has been the best given how ingrained in our culture you have become so could feel how into it you were (you even managed without subtitles which was brave), particularly the appreciation of the Derbyshire countryside (even if as a Welshman I will let the non-mention of the fatherland slide 😅). Your citizenship is surely a foregone conclusion now lol. There’s an interesting fan theory on this film which is: it was all in Richard’s head. The final moment where he lay bleeding is him in the battlefield having gone back into combat after the funeral. The film is his fantasy of retribution. It would explain how easily he ducked and weaved into the gang’s properties undetected in such short time and why Sonny missed him with his rifle and didn’t shoot again (something you picked up on). My only critique (in the interests of genuine feedback) is you paused during the final scene just as it got into its crescendo which stilted it, to give your prediction of the hanging. That last bit should never be paused given how fantastic a scene it is and personally I find it frustrating watching a film with some of my mates who don’t just let things run/be present and are trying to ruin endings for themselves by predicting things. You could have just told us that’s what you thought was coming when you did your really good conclusion. That’s just me though, otherwise a stellar reaction
Ash C
2023-07-25 17:33:03 +0000 UTCThe b&w flashback clips which show the bullying are genuinely hard to watch, even after seeing this film more than a few times. Such a powerful film, I'm so glad you got round to seeing it. 👍
James
2023-07-23 17:39:15 +0000 UTCWhy can’t I find it?
Harry
2023-07-23 17:30:31 +0000 UTCAlready done.
Billy Rockets
2023-07-23 17:30:02 +0000 UTCWhat happened to four lions?
Harry
2023-07-20 18:27:54 +0000 UTCGreat film, i still find it hard to watch those bullying scenes. KB, if you're looking for a similar style British film (serious and dark but fantastic performances), I'd recommend the original Get Carter from 1971 with Michael Caine. Same gritty style revenge movie
Oliver
2023-07-19 22:54:02 +0000 UTCWales 🏴 has some stunning parts as well KB
Ian ‘Flinty’ Flintham
2023-07-19 19:54:47 +0000 UTCSure I read years ago that Craig and Matt Considine (Mark's two lads towards the end) are Paddy's nephews. Pretty sure. Anyway, this was a erm... not sure if pleasure is the correct word, but I am glad that you've seen it and understand how powerful it is - it was a privilege to watch it with you. There's a hell of a lot of things going on here, too much to talk about here without an essay. I don't watch it very often, but every time I do it completely kicks the wind out of me. It's a phenomenal achievement on every level. Not for the feint hearted though, or those who don't like their views on a few things challenged. Thankfully you're not one of those people. Saw this at the cinema on release back in 2004. My mate and I left that screening in silence and didn't say a word to each other until we managed to find a pub that was open. Then with some stiff, strong drinks to help, talked about it for ages until the pub threw us out at closing time. Can't believe that was nearly 20 years ago now. I feel old.
Phil Robinson
2023-07-19 17:25:28 +0000 UTCA film I think you would enjoy is an Irish film called Angela's ashes (it stars Robert Carlisle) it is really amazing, it has some comedy but its mire emotional, but it's brilliant, maybe check out the trailer and make up your own mind if you would wanna watch it 🙏🙏
Daniel Colton
2023-07-19 16:08:59 +0000 UTCmy favorite film btw, glad you watched it in the end, you need to watch it again now with QB... also check out DMS fan page on facebook
trickster
2023-07-19 15:48:42 +0000 UTCThis was filmed around Matlock which is a gorgeous little place in Derbyshire's peak district. It's popular because there are tons of beautiful places surrounding it.
SynphamyMusic
2023-07-19 15:45:37 +0000 UTCRichard killed soz by hitting him hard under the nose with the palm of his hand and pushing his nose bone into his brain, i think it's a army move to basically kill with 1 hit. bruce willis does it in the last boy scout too
trickster
2023-07-19 15:44:13 +0000 UTCNo pal
George Potter
2023-07-19 15:35:37 +0000 UTCcheyne stoking. basically the way you breathe just before you die. also sonny is played by gary stretch who used to be a boxer.
trickster
2023-07-19 14:17:09 +0000 UTCReally enjoyed that KB, albeit a tough watch. Dobby from Peep Show grew up in Matlock. It's a lovely town. "Dead Man's Shoes is based on the more unpleasant side of his youth in Uttoxeter. It was inspired by a close friend who had been bullied, developed a drug problem and then committed suicide. Meadows said "I couldn't believe that, going back ten years later, he had been totally forgotten in the town – it was as if he had never existed. I was filled with anger against the people who had bullied and pushed the drugs on him, and with despair at what drugs had done to that small community."
Ben
2023-07-19 12:10:08 +0000 UTCPaddy's performance in A Room for Romeo Brass was superb.
mattosh79
2023-07-19 12:01:18 +0000 UTCThat's why Chanel Cresswell won her BAFTA for TIE90. So raw and real as Kelly
YerDaSellsAvon
2023-07-19 11:24:50 +0000 UTChttps://open.spotify.com/episode/0KVFgtqq1pQRqjVq8MZdlN?si=-JGflSDhTkqgvxsDQaffMg That's the podcast, well worth a listen as you were in to This is England.... Very insightful into the way Shane Meadows makes his films.
Joe Honey
2023-07-19 11:07:29 +0000 UTCI was listening to a podcast the other day that had the young lad from this is England (all grown up now). He said all Shane Meadows films are unscripted. Other than a storyline and loose direction for the scene everything was improv. He said it was to give the impression of real human interactions instead of perfectly scripted interactions. When you realise this is done in the same way it hits home quite how good this film is and why it feels so so real.
Joe Honey
2023-07-19 10:05:13 +0000 UTCOof, that was hard rewatching that 😅
Max Sloan
2023-07-19 08:04:45 +0000 UTCYou'll absolutely love Rise Of The Footsoldier
Aaron
2023-07-19 07:15:21 +0000 UTCThose mini crossbows are evil things, some horrible cunt shot a dog with one and the bolt bent thru its head.
Caine
2023-07-19 06:53:25 +0000 UTCYeah I live in the country and no way I’d swap it for living in a city. I love the peace and quiet too much.
Shelley
2023-07-19 01:21:04 +0000 UTCgreat reaction boomer, i recommend you come visit knaresborough when you come its in Yorkshire, i live there. been voted best place to visit for views in the country, i love living somehwere like this F the big citys
Isaac Steele
2023-07-19 00:57:19 +0000 UTCAmazing film. Off track a bit but have you seen Utopia? The UK series? It’s fucking brilliant
ChazWalker
2023-07-19 00:11:18 +0000 UTCMy mum drove one years ago. They're pretty idiosyncratic cars but great fun, just ultra functional and with zero style or finesse. It would've been a proper cheap car then but now I think they're "vintage" and are shooting up in price.
Charlie
2023-07-18 23:55:16 +0000 UTCSuch a brilliant movie, and well done for calling the "twist" near the end. I'm surprised no one has recommended the original 'Italian Job' to you. It's one of the most influential British movies ever, which is a brilliant mix of comedy and action. It also has a young Michael Caine in his prime. Well worth checking out, if you haven't seen it.
Jay
2023-07-18 23:12:42 +0000 UTCThat's a 2CV not a Beetle. French vs German
Shoomer1988
2023-07-18 23:09:18 +0000 UTCAnother Shane Meadows and Paddy Considine film worth checking out is Le Donk & Scor-zay-zee.
Martin N
2023-07-18 23:05:47 +0000 UTCHave you seen (avengement) ?
Ricky
2023-07-18 23:00:10 +0000 UTCThe ruins (the wrecked old building) are 'Riber Castle' circa early 19th Century, and it overlooks Matlock where this was filmed. Matlock is a small town in the county of Derbyshire which is a County in the centre of England, also known as 'The Midlands'. Derbyshire is a beautiful County with an area within it called 'The Peak District' which is very popular with hikers etc. I live about 20 miles away in the neighbouring County of Nottinghamshire. I agree that this is an excellent film, British film making at its best, glad you enjoyed it KB.
Simon Cross
2023-07-18 22:52:23 +0000 UTCI come from Nottingham and have met Shane Meadows many times I cannot recommend his films enough. When they are dark they are very dark but also closely related to reality, it's sometimes very rough in the midlands. Some of his films can be funny but also brutal. I am so happy you watched this one I would recommend Twenty-Four Seven from 1997 for something lighter with Bob Hoskins and of course This is England.
Retro Ravi
2023-07-18 22:40:45 +0000 UTCAbsolutely, the first Shane Meadows film I ever saw and my personal favourite.
Grainy
2023-07-18 22:32:25 +0000 UTCI knew you would love this film, as soon as I got the notification through I ran home to watch this, the film was set in Yorkshire
Danny Stewart Gaming
2023-07-18 22:30:24 +0000 UTCFilm 4 have got some other brilliant independent films that I know you will love... You mentioned Trainspotting which is another Film 4 classic and I highly recommend Dog Soldiers, also Goodbye Charlie Bright.
Charlie Costa
2023-07-18 22:16:58 +0000 UTCMost of Shane Meadows films are set in the Midlands, particularly around Nottingham where he is from, so the countryside is also near there. A lot are amateur actors.The scenes are half improvised around an idea as he tries to get an authentic dialogue from the actors. Many well known actors from working class back grounds got their break in Shane Meadows films.
Richard Stokes
2023-07-18 21:54:43 +0000 UTCGreat film, so underrated.
James
2023-07-18 21:51:18 +0000 UTCDefinitely should consider A Room for Romeo Brass. It’s such a great film!
Aaron Page
2023-07-18 21:24:39 +0000 UTCI've not watched the reaction yet, but this is a fucking great film. I caught it one night on TV purely by chance after a friend had recommended it and couldn't turn away, Shane Meadows films manage to be hilarious, dark, and utterly compelling all at the same time. I also recommend - not necessarily for a reaction, just to watch - A Room For Romeo Brass, an earlier Meadows film that was Paddy Considine's first starring role, and features several other Meadows regulars in early roles.
Charlie
2023-07-18 20:55:14 +0000 UTCShane Meadows is a great director. The series of short films that follow on from This is England is really amazing too, really atmospheric funny and almost unwatchably horrible like one scene in this I seem to remember!
Richard Stokes
2023-07-18 20:40:30 +0000 UTCSo happy you've done this.
David Williams
2023-07-18 20:35:52 +0000 UTCCall in sick!
Ian Staines
2023-07-18 20:27:07 +0000 UTCYESSSS!!!!! BOOMER!!!!!!
Peter Andrews
2023-07-18 20:06:04 +0000 UTCwhat time do you call this to post, ive work in morning, now have to watch this lol
Jed Baker
2023-07-18 20:02:14 +0000 UTCQuality film this, one of my favourites 👍
George Potter
2023-07-18 20:02:04 +0000 UTCFilmed in a lovely place called matlock. Such a good film.
David fallows
2023-07-18 20:01:59 +0000 UTC
