You went above and beyond, sharing so much of your personal life with us. You didn't need to do that, but for some of us out here, it just added that much more meaning. Folks, if you aren't subscribed, you owe her one!
@MrLivewire1970
Жыл бұрын
Cassie opened up after watching, Cinderella Man. If you haven't seen that reaction, it's a good one and a great film. I luckily found her channel during the lockdown.
@oaktree1628
Жыл бұрын
Some might say TMI
@DiggitySlice
Жыл бұрын
If only it were possible to have empathy for something you don't have personal experience with.
@AdoreYouInAshXI
Жыл бұрын
@@DiggitySlice Are you saying you can't? Or are you claiming Cassie can't?
@KevinCharley-er2go
Жыл бұрын
@@AdoreYouInAshXI i think he's referring to @oaktree1628
@roger3141
Жыл бұрын
I tried teaching for a couple of years about 12 years ago. I consider my best success was taking over a high school physics class 2nd quarter. There was an autistic boy in the class and the previous teacher had given him a 0 for the 1st quarter. I worked with the special ed teacher assigned to the class and we got him up to a B for the last 3 quarters. I will never forget attending a meeting with other staff and his parents. His parents told me that he talked about me at home and I was his favorite teacher. When we first met, he was walking in circles in the front of the classroom. I went up to him and told him he could follow any routine he wanted, but had to sit down when the bell rang. He was a pleasure to work with and I will never forget him or how special he was.
@lindokuhleshandu4024
11 ай бұрын
I gotta tell you. You have a mesmerising aura, Cassie.
@lindataggart9076
Жыл бұрын
Kim Peeks is who the movie is based on.. he was one of my clients at Columbus Community Center in S L C in the 90s.. He told me about when he met Tom and Dustin.I used to sit with him in the library while he read the phone book... Him and his father toured and Kim gave speeches about his special gifts... He was extraordinary human, It was such a pleasure to have known him.. And all the other special people I met throughout my career...
@joelwillems4081
Жыл бұрын
The savant parts were based on Mr. Peeks, right? But in the documentaries I've watched on him, he wasn't diagnosed autistic.
@lindataggart9076
Жыл бұрын
@@joelwillems4081 you are right I changed my wording .Had the movie on my mind..Thank you for clarifying..
@davidkaehele8910
Жыл бұрын
I met him in South Beach "partying" in the late 90's. Should never lock these people up and assume they can not handle life. They are a lot more capable then people think.
@AneudiD78
Жыл бұрын
Was Kim able to read with a book with both his eyes in a matter of seconds? Did Kim have a special gene that enabled to have that extraordinary ability?
@williamlynn6084
Жыл бұрын
Just saying other people In this film Besides Kim Peek. The voice Of Dustin Hoffman was not Kim Peek As well as certain mannerisms.
@dennislopez1272
Жыл бұрын
Cassie, thank you for sharing your story. As a father to an autistic daughter, I understand how hard it can be. God bless you and your lovely family.
@Kurkess
Жыл бұрын
I couldn't help to cry with her in the end. I have an autistic daughter as well - but happy that she is generally functioning decently day to day - but tends to recluse herself because she overwhelms so easily.
@Phatooine
Жыл бұрын
So am I a father of an autistic daughter. I'm raising her all on my own because her mother ran out on us.
@dennislopez1272
Жыл бұрын
@Phatooine Sorry to hear that. That is a tough situation. God bless you both. 🙏
@michaelgoodyear9369
Жыл бұрын
Single Dad to an Autistic , non verbal Son. 8 years old. Such an amazing kid. Im so lucky to have him.
@kevinwade7003
Жыл бұрын
I am also the father of an autistic daughter, I can also relate.
@deeanna8448
Жыл бұрын
In the 80s, the average citizen didn't know what autism was. This movie was the first time a lot of people heard of it.
@glenerickson358
Жыл бұрын
They didn't call it autism back then.
@gdiaz8827
Жыл бұрын
We still used the R word back then and again s the each other as a casual insult. We did have one local kid on the spectrum on our street we would pick on. I look back in shame of how we treated him
@gdiaz8827
Жыл бұрын
We still used the R word back then and again s the each other as a casual insult. We did have one local kid on the spectrum on our street we would pick on. I look back in shame of how we treated him
@willheil7591
Жыл бұрын
Not just seeing this movie raised awareness. It had tremendous publicity right through Oscar season.
@DaleKingProfile
Жыл бұрын
However it was kind of a two edge sword. While this movie did bring a lot of awareness about autism it showcased only 1 very special kind of autism, autistic savant. This lead many people to think that everyone with autism was also very gifted. It took a long time for people to grasp that there is an entire spectrum including those on the non verbal part of the spectrum.
@bkazmer
Жыл бұрын
Cassie, Seeing your little sister and already in tears from the movie made me cry seeing her as well. It is so obvious how much she is loved by you all. You all are treating her so very well. Thank you for that. Dustin Hoffman Wins Best Actor | 61st Oscars (1989)
@lexkanyima2195
Жыл бұрын
Her sister should have been there
@DiggitySlice
Жыл бұрын
You'll find that most people don't randomly abuse their family members
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
Charlie and Raymond going down the escalator in matching suits makes me smile every time. Such an awesome scene. Even copied it in The Hangover.
@Maximus21x
Жыл бұрын
They also did it in season one of Heroes when they were in Las Vegas using a super power to cheat at cards.
@gdiaz8827
Жыл бұрын
Also in Twins
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
@@gdiaz8827"Did the Terminator take the little dude gambling???" - exact text my daughter sent after reading your reply😂😂😂
@Tim_Raths
Жыл бұрын
They also did that in an Eminem music video.
@wagonmaster1974
8 ай бұрын
Not quite matching. Hoffman wore a double breast. Cruise wore a single breast. Of course Hoffman's jacket was a peak lapel; Cruise had a notch lapel.
@sup9542
Жыл бұрын
I rewatched this recently and also choked up at that scene where Raymond touches heads with him. Rain Man and Main Man. Also notice Raymond glances into Charlie’s eyes a little bit more as the movie goes on. Really subtle changes. Both amazing performances. I had a lot of thoughts... - Charlie would have been a better person with his big brother but Raymond also would have been in a better state if he had his little brother. He’s so high functioning and their dad was rich, he didn’t need to be put in an institution. Those were foolish ways of thinking that this movie spotlights. - When you asked if Charlie feels no emotion or if he just pushes it down deep, that’s the same question everyone had for Raymond. Even the doctors thought he didn’t feel normal human emotions. But Charlie found out otherwise. He just expressed differently. Like the way Charlie went quiet when driving and Susanna tried to get him to emote, he's more like his brother than he knows. - Charlie is a tough character to root for, but looking at his childhood, no mom, dad was so cold he shipped Raymond away. Charlie lost his rain man, his protector. And Raymond beat himself up (literally) for accidentally burning the baby and kept saying he’d never hurt Charlie Babbitt. Carrying that guilt. It was all unnecessary. - I wish we had more movies that are like novels where you can walk away and have so much to analyze. Like how you’d go to English class after reading a book and spend a week discussing all of the themes. It's becoming a lost art.
@jedijones
Жыл бұрын
The idea of Raymond being sent away and Charlie never even knowing about him, and forgetting what he did know, is the most contrived part of the screenplay. They just had to do that so the premise of Charlie learning about autism from his brother for the first time could be put into place. But that's not particularly believable. I'm not sure they were saying that his dad was cold. I think they might've indicated that his dad visited Raymond in the institution. They also had to build in the fact that Charlie left home at 16 so that he wouldn't know if his dad had a relationship with Raymond in the intervening years. This is all part of the contrivance that had to be laid out in the premise to make the main story possible.
@libertyresearch-iu4fy
Жыл бұрын
@@jedijones Do you remember much from when you were two years old? I definitely don't.
@darth_wager
Жыл бұрын
Many don't know but this is based on a true person. And Raymond was raised by his father and had him by his side 24 7 his whole life. And he was less functioning and even more brilliant. He can read a book in minutes by reading each page with each eye and aborsorbs pver 90 percent ans never forgets. While brut math and calculus isn't his thing his memory of what he reads and hears is unmatched. He really did memorize zip codes,calanders, and history. If you give him your birthday he can tell you what day I f the week you were born and more! He has all the presidents and European royalty down to science and can name everything. In a simple way he relates everything to music and other things and can remember litterly everything. Google real life rain man to read more. What an amazing man!
@peterwilliamskelhorn6675
Жыл бұрын
@@darth_wageri can relate to Raymond because I'm autistic as well
@sparky6086
Жыл бұрын
I've studied Autism for 59 years, from back when it was called Childhood Schizophrenia. This movie raised awareness. 99% of doctors had never heard of it before.
@sageantone7291
Жыл бұрын
What else happened in 1989?
@NemeanLion-
Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I’ve even heard a different reaction on another channel where they criticized the nurse in the film for not knowing what autism was. It was a diagnosis that I wasn’t familiar with either until this movie.
@stanleymyrick4068
Жыл бұрын
If in 1980 almost all doctors had never heard of it, do you think the condition is on the rise? Because if folks had seen it to much extent before that, then it would be more known that 1 percent, even if by a different name.
@sparky6086
Жыл бұрын
@stanleymyrick4068 There's no objective test for Autism, & it was relatively unknown so was probably under-diagnosed & identified as mental retardation or insanity, before "Rainman" was released. After "Rainman", it became a fashionable diagnosis, so it was grossly over-diagnosed. If someone identifies as "autistic", it means, that they aren't autisic. The one exception is a lady named Temple Grandin, & she is the exception who proves the rule. Doctors don't want to tell parents, that their socially awkward kid is a nerd who will either grow out of it or need charm school, so instead nowadays, they tell them, that their kid is autistic, since it's fashionable & will feed the Autism Industrial Complex that's sprouted up in the years since "Rain Man". If there is an increase in actual autism, it's because in modern times, socially awkward people or people with peculiar talents which don't necessarily manifest in obvious ways, have more chances to meet, get married, & have kids together, so their kids may get a double dose of socially awkward or peculier which puts them way out of spec. Just a guess, but I do think, that they are born that way.
@Swonder1972
Жыл бұрын
@@stanleymyrick4068 Cases have been on a steady rise for 30 years and it is not the situation of simply being diagnosed more. I saw this movie in the theatre when it came out and was around tons of people in those days and hardly ever ran into a special case. Now I hardly go out at all and I run into people with these symptoms on a weekly basis. It is more than one in 100 currently, FYI...
@mckrackin5324
Жыл бұрын
I cried with you. My Grandson is seven and he's non-verbal autistic. Amazing little guy. He has his outbursts and his super tender moments. We all live together and I'm fully aware of everything you talked about in closing.
@anthonydanna6069
Жыл бұрын
I first saw this film in my Psychology class on HS. Fresh on video in 89’. Fast forward years later and I have a son non verbal who has autism. The film always affects me different ways different scenes. I think back to the first viewing and how naive I was not knowing of what autism was or my unborn son’s fate.Dustin nails it. Hits so close to home.
@discoveringcalculus
Жыл бұрын
Kim Peek was the real life person who inspired Rain Man. I watched a bio on him a while ago.. very fascinating. He absolutely memorized the Bible and the phone book, when he was 3. He consumed massive amounts of information, able to site any baseball or sports statistic from memory. He read with each eye independently, and could read a book spending only a few seconds each page, with over 95% recall. People would tell them their birthday, and instantaneously he’d tell them the day of the week they were born, and the day of the week they would turn 80. Definitely worth checking KZitem for a good biography on him. I think it was “Kim Peek - The Real Rain Man”
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
Definitely gonna check that out👍👍
@williamlynn6084
Жыл бұрын
There were other people involved besides Kim Peek. The voice is not Kim Peek And some of the mannerisms were not all Kim Peek totally. I know this to be factual Not to say that Mr. Peek Was not involved but that he was.
@jackprescott9652
Жыл бұрын
I read somewhere that he wasn`t really autistic.
@henriklarsen8193
Жыл бұрын
A note on the reading: It was not exactly bc of his autism, but because he had brain surgery that made his eyes function independently when observing or reading. As the true autist he was, he just used it to absorb more information.
@jedijones
Жыл бұрын
@@jackprescott9652 His Wikipedia page says they determined Kim Peek more likely has FG Syndrome, and not autism, in 2008. My impression of his condition is that he is unlocking abilities of the brain that normally our brains suppress. Our mind doesn't want us absorbing and memorizing every possible detail that we come across. It has "filters" on it so that we can reduce the "noise" and focus on the things that are truly important to remember. So it seems like Kim Peek's condition meant he was missing those filters.
@smavtmb2196
Жыл бұрын
You got me crying 😢 Cassie you have such a kind and compassionate heart, and I have no doubt your little sister is part of the reason why. Thanks for being so genuine and telling us about your little sister.
@scottbarkley496
Жыл бұрын
RAIN MAN won the Oscar for BEST PICTURE & also became the highest grossing movie of it's entire year 1988 Worldwide .. Tom Cruise is The Goat ❤️
@robinsonsosa-dubois8542
Жыл бұрын
is funny u call him the goat... the real GOAT, the most succesfull, loved, Admired, talented sportman in the world: Lionel Messi, has a small grade of autism, he was born to play Futbol.
@karenfryberger4260
Жыл бұрын
@Thuliixx994 Right. Seems like @scottbarkly496 would have wanted to mention Dustin Hoffman = The Goat in this instance. Tom Cruise did a great job, but the movie and Hoffman were the Oscar-winning team.
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
I honestly thought Cruise was better than Hoffman. Dustin was great but it was a pretty one-sided performance imho. Cruise's character's arc was incredible to me.
@Mike-mj8oj
Жыл бұрын
You’re right he is a goat, and the goats belong to the devil! READ YOUR BIBLE!!!
@jedijones
Жыл бұрын
We also can't forget how much of an impact the movie had on pop culture. A lot of the dialogue in here was being quoted by people for years after the movie came out.
@christianevans8755
9 ай бұрын
You root for Raymond this whole movie and it’s sort of exciting when he’s bothering Charlie because Charlie is the one who dug the hole he’s in. I actually have high-functioning autism and this is one of my favorite movies of all time. So well made. The evolution that Charlie goes through towards the end is remarkable. I’m 30 years old and wouldn’t be where I am today without my amazing family. I’m happy in my life and I’ve gotten to do really amazing things over the years. ❤
@dojomaster1987
Жыл бұрын
Fun fact: the fart 💨 in the phone booth was real. Dustin stayed in character as it happened and Tom played along. Another amazing movie moment.
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
Can't believe I forgot that!!!
@UtopiaBlue68
Жыл бұрын
@JC-bh8qx
6 ай бұрын
For so many people, this was their first glimpse into autism. Without any personal connection, it's a very emotional movie, but I can't imagine how tough this must have been for you to watch. It's very commendable to share yourself with your fans like this. Your genuine heart is why I love your channel.
@MrLivewire1970
Жыл бұрын
You would love, What's Eating Gilbert Grape. Leonardo DiCaprio plays a special needs kid and I thought they really cast a special needs kid for the role. It was one of his earlier films and the first one I saw him in. Johnny Depp plays his older brother. It's a simple story about a struggling family but it's really good and the acting is amazing.
@micheletrainor1601
4 ай бұрын
Such fantastic acting all round in that movie. So many people were shocked to find out Leonardo didn't have special needs as such an incredible actor.
@contactlight8079
Жыл бұрын
I work with children who have autism in a nurturing/mentoring capacity and I work with their siblings in a therapeutic capacity. The ability that young siblings have to put the needs of their autistic brother or sister, above their own, blows me away. Everytime. Siblings go through so much and are quite often the ones who are left with a lack of attention from tired parents, guilt that they are able to enjoy life in a different way and the responsibility of caring for another human being in such an emotionally demanding role. Hats off to you siblings...Much love.
@stellaandes759
Жыл бұрын
My 17 year old grandson is autistic and non-verbal. His 14 year old brother is so good to him. He says how cute his older brother is, and he helps him a lot. They do have a great relationship. Our son and daughter-in-law are such good parents. Because of Avi's autism, our whole family is better. Our son became a licensed clinical therapist who treats autistic children and their parents. I first learned of autism in 1971, when a four year old named Charlie was in our ward at church. He had an older brother and parents who adored him too.
@LOVEchristHEwasVEGAN
Жыл бұрын
itll change lives
@walther007
Жыл бұрын
Rain Man won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Writing/Screenplay and Best Actor in a Leading Role, which Dustin Hoffman got. It was nominated for four other categories. Besides the movie facts, thank you so much for being the way you are. You didn't have to open up to a bunch of virtual strangers about your family, but you connected your real-life family experiences to everyone else's real-life families. Now...that's something to cry about... ;)
@dpillifeant
3 ай бұрын
Tom Cruise's character is the perfect metaphor for what everybody thought and knew about autism in the 1980's. While Dustin Hoffman's performance is a brilliant Academy Award winning role as 'The Rainman', Tom Cruise's 'Charlie' is very often grossly undervalued. The Rainman saved Charlie because he's the only one who could.
@pedroervert
14 күн бұрын
Absolute masterpiece. Nothing like it in last 20 years. Wonderful film.
@ryanelogan5540
Жыл бұрын
Such a special film. I'm so glad it won the Best Picture Oscar in 1988 and that Hoffman won for Best Actor. The film is timeless and reminds us that the connections we make with each other, no matter how different we are from each other, are very important. Thanks for sharing the amazing story of you and your sister. It makes this reaction even more touching and shows us how great a film like "Rain Man" is even in 2023.
@Novastar.SaberCombat
Жыл бұрын
It makes me wonder if Hoffman and Cruise would ever do another film together. Not even necessarily "Rain Man: Definitely Later" or whatever, but just another film. Strange side note: there has been a LOT of Cruise films where a character is named Ray. I'm quite certain this is by design.
@ThunderPants13
Жыл бұрын
God bless you, Cassie. You never need to apologize for having a wonderful, caring heart.
@kuskesh_haramzadeh
Жыл бұрын
Cassie, sharing pictures of your family with your sister was so touching. It made me feel so many feelings, especially while I was still wiping away tears from the end of the movie. I've always felt that your best quality is your empathy. And this reaction as well as sharing such vulnerabilities makes me understand why your heart is so HUGE! Your KZitem channel is popular for so many reasons. But its clear that the biggest reason is that you're so human. Its been a privilege getting to know you these last couple of years. You don't have to be so open with us. The fact that you do makes us love you so much more ❤
@c1ph3rpunk
Жыл бұрын
I think their performances in this one is some of their finest ever, Cruise and Hoffman hit it out of the park.
@markfilla9305
Жыл бұрын
Cassie - certain scenes in this movie always bring tears to my eyes because I see aspects of my son, who is also on the autism spectrum, in Raymond. He's definitely higher functioning than as portrayed by Dustin Hoffmann, but he is by no means a high functioning autistic person. It is, at times, very challenging for me, my wife and daughter to deal with our son. That said, I never expected the flood of tears I experienced during your outro. That was a beautiful thing you did there. I can see why you and Carly are such lovely people. Thank you for this reaction.
@sarahfullerton6894
Жыл бұрын
Having a sister who has autism must make this movie so much more emotional. I am tearing up by your reaction, andthe wonderfulpicturesof you and your sisters. Your sister Hailey is sweet, and so lucky to have been born in a time when autism is much more understood, accepted, and treated. And part if a family who loves and appreciates her! God God bless her, and you!
@Hail_To_The_King
Жыл бұрын
This was one of the films we had in the family home on video tape. Before streaming and the internet, movies you owned got watched to death
@hakaneinarsson
Жыл бұрын
I got quite emotional and teary eyed throughout the video. A combination of the movie and your touching story about your sister.
@davidfairchild8566
Жыл бұрын
Cassie, I hope you see this message. My son is non-verbal (he is 13) and his condition used to be misdiagnosed as autism, cerebral palsy, or both. A couple decades ago, they discovered that many of them have a genetic disorder that is now called Angelman Syndrome. Many professionals are still unaware about it. Colin Ferrell's son has it too, and Colin is one of the biggest spokespeople for our community. I mention this because there are still many cases out there that have not been properly diagnosed. Many of the stories you described about your sister are similar to my son. I don't know your family's exact situation, but just from the description and the photos, it sounds similar to angelman syndrome. I teared up quite a bit hearing you talk about your sister, and yes, it is rough, but as you said, they make you better people. Thank you for sharing.
@jedijones
Жыл бұрын
I looked it up on Wikipedia just now. They say one feature is a "specific facial appearance," and the facial expression of the girl shown on Wikipedia does look quite similar to the expression of Cassie's sister in some of the photos. It's an interesting observation on your part for sure. I agree I hope she sees this. You could also try replying on her Instagram or Twitter, or sending a snail mail to the address she accepts gifts at.
@Johnny_Socko
Жыл бұрын
My developmentally disabled daughter had a classmate with Angelman Syndrome a few years ago, and that was the first time I'd heard of it. That girl was an absolute treasure. But then all schools were closed during the pandemic, and subsequently that particular school ceased their Special Education program after the second grade, so all the students were placed in different schools. I think about my daughter's former classmate sometimes, and I hope she is doing well. I also did not know about Colin Farrell's son, thank you for the enlightenment.
@andrewwronka2014
Жыл бұрын
I don't think words can address how impactful it was to watch this movie with you and seeing it through your eyes, and get a real sense of how Haley's spirit and reality impacts you ---- i feel like we've done more than watched a movie with you. Heck, i had seen this before!! and the last thing i expected was to have the core of my being wrenched in a pure way. It's hard to describe, but like Rain man, Raymond - like a hug when you can't stand being touched. It's like a little bit of pain, but seems then your heart just grows bigger. Thank you, Kathy. Thank you. 😔
@garychambers6848
Жыл бұрын
The character of Rain Man was based on real-life savant, Kim Peek, who was able to recall minute details from history and had an incredible memory.
@Soupie62
Жыл бұрын
Sometimes, if something is too easy, you take it for granted. Even something like social interaction, and making friends. Knowing someone who has trouble making that connection, even if only a little bit, can be a challenge - and any connection you make is that much more rewarding.
@jenniferward8902
Жыл бұрын
I have seen this years ago and it was so sad then. It hits so much harder now because Raymond reminds me of my sweet boy. His schedules and the order of his items are everything to him. I have had to learn a whole new approach to parenting with my baby boy but, I can't imagine my life without him! He started out non verbal but, he's made tremendous progress. There's not many things that he says now, that we don't understand. It's been a lot of work, on all of our parts because he had to learn to communicate and we had to learn how to approach him. Not being able to communicate was frustrating for him and us. There wasn't much info out there back in the 80s about autism.
@JCYanksDevs24
Жыл бұрын
You’re such a genuinely good person. A kind soul. If there were more like you in the world we wouldn’t have all the issues we do.
@trinaq
Жыл бұрын
Bonnie Hunt has an early role as the waitress who drops the toothpicks. Also, the Simpsons parodied this movie in the casino episode, and I remember being so confused as a child.
@rickpat-x9u
Жыл бұрын
SNL did a GREAT,GREAT Rain Main helping Pete Rose bet on baseball kzitem.info/news/bejne/sJ2emH6wiZF2a4I
@embriggs1
Жыл бұрын
The picture of you dancing with your sister made me cry. Thank you for sharing it.
@thefly4176
Жыл бұрын
There's nothing you have to apologize for. You continually make me love this reaction channel more than any other. And what you shared at the end of this video touched my heart in ways i can't explain. I just want you to know that it does not go unappreciated.
@shouryu
Жыл бұрын
The scene where the nurse says, "He's artistic?" is accurate regarding the populace in 1988. Rain Man is essentially what showed the general populace that autism existed. The film winning Best Picture and Hoffman winning Best Actor catapulted the movie into further mainstream, and basically anyone who didn't see it in the theatre went out and rented it on VHS. By 1987, barely anyone knew autism existed. By 1989, we all knew...we didn't understand it, but we now were aware.
@joelwillems4081
Жыл бұрын
1988
@HeatherDeweyPettet
13 күн бұрын
For a while anyway… then in the early 2000’s there was a boom of children getting an autism diagnosis, my son included. I had almost forgotten about this movie. About a year and a half later, I caught it on TV and it was kind of hard to watch. I saw how accurate it really was. I’m sure she has seen the HBO movie they made about Temple Grandin, the most famous person with autism.
@kw99190
3 ай бұрын
Interesting that Tom Cruise's character actually talks a bit like Dustin Hoffman's with the nervous, repeated phrases, etc. Not sure if that's intentional, but, if so, they have matching genes!
@laurakali6522
Жыл бұрын
Please watch Kramer V. Kramer with Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep. Prepare to cry.
@Cindrbell
Жыл бұрын
Here, here!!
@TheBigJD100
Жыл бұрын
Also watch Tootsie....funny movie
@spextrekid9410
Жыл бұрын
an equally amazing movie.
@laurakali6522
Жыл бұрын
@@TheBigJD100 oh, I’m a moron. Yes on Tootsie!
@TheBigJD100
Жыл бұрын
@@laurakali6522 please don't call yourself that.... I know lots of people that forgot about that movie.... Btw....Kramer vs Kramer is a great movie. Also, I think Cassie and Carly would love The Graduate as well.
@michaelward3328
Жыл бұрын
I will never forget you being so gracious to share moments with those photos of your sister. I want to say more...but, I will only say... Thank You!
@sageantone7291
Жыл бұрын
This is the best, most honest reaction you've ever given. Have been voting to see the reaction to this movie since last year, and it did not disappoint.
@elwsee1
Жыл бұрын
I was a Teacher/Coach in Oklahoma City during this time period(Filming) and one of my Assignments for my Classes was a Video Project and one night "my kids" were filming at Crossroads Mall(no longer in existence) but it was a popular shopping area at the time, but on this Thursday night, very few people were there. Anyway, while my students were filming their project, we ran into Tom Cruise & Dustin Hoffman which were just cruising around the mall. So Cool to see such huge stars walking around in OKC. They were filming parts of this movie in Guthrie(Suburb north of OKC). The old buildings with beautiful architecture. Fun memories.
@kevinschultz5678
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful reaction, Cassie, thank you for sharing so much with us. When Rain Man first came out, my older brother was just starting to show signs of what was eventually diagnosed as paranoid schizophrenia. As time goes by, I get and understand this movie much more. My brother can be very difficult at times, true, but I would rather he be in my life like he is than not in it. So I think I understand your situation at least a bit. Keep loving your sister (sisters, both of em).
@wittynamehere_
Жыл бұрын
Another film that tackled family dynamics that also really surprised and impressed me is What's Eating Gilbert Grape. Such a great cast of young actors. I highly recommend that one be added to your list if it isn't on it already.
@bradparnell614
Жыл бұрын
That is a must see for anyone who thinks of DiCaprio as just another star rather than an accomplished actor. While Leo's character is different in many ways than Dustin's in "Rain Man", there are many similarities and both did amazing jobs in what were truly difficult roles.
@421spaceman
Жыл бұрын
You actually made me, a grown man, cry when you talked about your sister. Love and hugs to you and your family ❤️👍🏻
@jedijones
Жыл бұрын
Wow, I never knew you had another sister. Thanks for talking about her and showing her to us. I'm surprised you never ended up seeing this movie before knowing you had an autistic person in your family. I hope Tom Cruise sees your reaction to this one! It would probably feel good to know his movie can still affect someone seeing it for the first time so many decades later. If you want to look up the one person that Rain Man was most based on, look up Kim Peek. He had the same incredible memory that Raymond shows in this movie. They thought Kim Peek had autism throughout his life, but they determined in 2008 that he more likely had a rare condition called FG syndrome.
@damon6126
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that recommendation. What a fascinating person Kim Peek was.
@ahmadalmaiman8600
Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite movies of the 80s...truly the Best Picture of 1988...my sister met the producer in a filmmaking course. This was Hans Zimmer's first American film
@nathancruz9172
Жыл бұрын
35 years ago
@lizardopalominolavander9111
Жыл бұрын
And was the first collaboration between the actor tom cruise and composer hans zimmer
@lizardopalominolavander9111
Жыл бұрын
I hear king arthur hans zimmer score and is like a mix of pirates of the caribbean and transformers
@dennischuppe1614
Жыл бұрын
My heart breaks for your family, and I think it is very special all the love you give your little sister. I have a friend who has raised an Autistic son and my son's wife has an adopted brother who is Autistic. So I have seen how difficult it can be caring for them. Thank you so much for sharing photos of your sister. May God watch over your sister and give your entire family strength!! Dustin Hoffman is in a class by himself as an actor, having seen him in many movies, as he brings out the raw emotion and feeling the characters he portrays.
@maximus9489
Жыл бұрын
I think I cried more than you watching your reaction, you are the best. Dustin Hoffman has always been one of my favorite actors. A movie tips is "Outbreak 1995", Hoffman is so likable in that movie, I have seen it many times just to be on the journey with him.
@jeremyjmusic
23 күн бұрын
I’m not crying, you’re crying 😭 😭
@iznot2
Жыл бұрын
Once again I enjoyed your reaction. My wife's sister was special although not in the same way. Being an older adult who was born in the 1930's meant that she never really got the help she needed. Not being verbal mainly because she was not given or offered the care and training that was necessary. She was in her 60's before it was determined that she had a surprisingly high IQ my sister in law lived into her early seventies. You are correct when you say that living and growing with someone who is special definitely makes one a better person. Thanks for a nice heartfelt reaction.
@sca88
Жыл бұрын
I worked with a savant guy in the mid 90's. They had him work in the offices because he was a really fast typist for data entry and he was a computer expert. He didn't understand jokes or sarcasm and had a hard time with simple concepts. He also memorized Thomas Guide map books popular at the time as well as zip code books and similar things. He didn't forget anything he read.
@danlucas8706
Жыл бұрын
Loved your heartfelt reaction on this one. Raymond stays the same, it's Charlie that changes. Sublime!
@karenfryberger4260
Жыл бұрын
Raymond grew a little also. For instance, understanding when Charlie "made a joke." The biggest change was initiating physical contact by leaning his head on to Charlie's towards the end of the movie. Didn't say any words, but that moment spoke volumes.
@fruzsimih7214
7 ай бұрын
As a method actor, Dustin Hoffman did incredible research, watching videos of autistic people for hours, but also meeting and observing some of them meticulously. He then imagined himself if he was autistic, how he would behave. That was the important thing: He didn't imitate autistic people, he was really trying to put himself into their shoes. That's why his performance in Rain Man is so incredibly authentic.
@trinaq
Жыл бұрын
Tom Cruise should have won an Oscar for this movie. He was really amazing, and showed his range quite well. He's also great in the movie Magnolia.
@davidz3879
Жыл бұрын
That year's Best Actor Oscar went to Dustin Hoffman for this film. You're saying that Cruise should've won that Oscar instead?
@trinaq
Жыл бұрын
@@davidz3879 Well, it was a tie between Hoffman and Cruise, but I'm glad that Hoffman won. Cruise also could have won for Born on the 4th of July.
@clevelandcbi
Жыл бұрын
@@davidz3879Supporting Actor could have worked for either to make it happen.
@royhenry-do9hq
Жыл бұрын
I’ve got to share my story. I’ve got an autistic cousin named Ian. Her our special boy. I’m his elder cousin, years passed next thing and now he’s the size of a linebacker. Im staring up in the air at this gentle giant And I say boy I will knock the crap out of you then I bear hugged him. I love that young man with all my heart. He’s smart as hell, way smarter than me and very kind and gentle. Don’t be mean to those on the spectrum. They can’t help it. My cousin may be twice my size but if you hurt him your ass is mine.
@ziggystardog
Жыл бұрын
Amazing and touching reaction, Cassie! If you haven’t seen it, Temple Grandin is another movie which opened eyes about families with people who are different, not less. Claire Danes does an amazing job, but the whole cast is great. Stardust is another movie of hers, I’m sure must be on one of those long lists of yours too.
@j_vasey
Жыл бұрын
My eldest has autism and I've been diagnosed recently. I don't understand it at times, I grew up in the 80s and can assure you people didn't understand it then. The R word was thrown around incredibly easy. *are there people that can actually do that?" yes look up 'Savant' as for at the airport. That is called a meltdown and they can be terrifying. Ahh My son gives the most incredible hugs. I called him my little koala. Almost feels part of me when giving me a hug.
@jgarcia5214
Жыл бұрын
My heart goes out to your family. Your sister is blessed to have such loving people around her. My son is autistic and is proving to be brilliant with math. But it is challenging, a lot of work, and I worry about him every day. I'm also blessed my mom and sister help me with my son and help him grow and develop, and are able to teach him in a way he learns best.
@LetsChillPage
Жыл бұрын
Hello *Cassie,* from South France, If you have never seen *"Little Big Man"* (1970) - better than **Dances with Wolves"* it' says all! - and *"Papillon"* (1973) with *Dustin Hoffman,* don't hesitate one second, these two movies are Cinema's monuments and, of course, *Dustin Hoffman* is a giant, you'll love him. Peace, folks. ☮🙃
@charlesc7950
Жыл бұрын
I have a brother who made a bad mistake and spent time in jail during my formative teenage years. I didn't realize how my anger with him was just masking how much I missed him. I was a complete mess after seeing this movie. ❤
@ImNotHereEither
Жыл бұрын
You’re always so genuine and open in your commentary and this one made me shed a tear. Living with family members with ASD used to be very lonely. With little support and even less understanding. This was an important film that educated people and brought the term “autism” into mainstream culture. My daughter is being assessed and there’s still not enough support or connection of services that dovetail with education and therapy. But count our blessings that things have changed and I think in its own way this movie helped a little.
@JimJack-ng9yi
Жыл бұрын
One of Tom Cruise best movies, Even better than his action movies
@idik653
Жыл бұрын
Sad what Tom cruises thoughts on mental disorders are now, the church of Scientology ruined him
@charlie.on.youtube
Жыл бұрын
Just so casual: "We were talking to the director of Mission Impossible..." love it. :)
@mikemartin8088
2 ай бұрын
My baby girl is special needs. We lost her mother in 1996 at age 34. (pneumonia) I've been a single dad ever since. Baby girl is now 34, and I'm 65 with heart issues. it's been quite a ride so far. It's been tough, and wonderful. It's taken years for me to figure out that her mother has given me the greatest gift I've ever received. Baby girl now does little things like, routinely sets out my morning medicine and a bottle of water, every day before her ride comes, to take her to adult program/school. I know her mother is proud of her from heaven, I hope she's happy with what I've done. Your tears got mine going, as I know just what you were feeling. Great movie, and great reaction! Thank you for posting this.
@NarcisoSanchez
Жыл бұрын
Cassie... thank you for letting us in to this small part of you. This is why I watch your channel. Please don't apologize for getting sentimental and crying. It just show what a good heart you have. 😉❤️👍
@gmunden1
Жыл бұрын
In the end, Charlie knew he was not prepared to take care of Raymond the way that is necessary. Charlie made progress, but six days is not enough for him to have custody of his brother. Charlie's progress was knowing that the arrangement at Waldbrook is what is best for Raymond.
@garmisra7841
Жыл бұрын
I love the photo of the 3 sisters! :) Don't ever apologize for your emotional reaction to some powerful cinematic moments and least of all for this one, which you can relate to on your personal level. Looking forward to more great reactions to these classic films!
@brainmondello2930
2 ай бұрын
I’m sure you won’t be reading this because it’s an old comment anyway. Did your reaction at the end was beautiful. I broke my neck when I was 18. I’ve been in a chair ever since it’s been hard on my family, but they always stuck by me and love me.
@nehemiahmarcus308
Жыл бұрын
Dustin Hoffman used Kim Peek as the inspiration of Rain Man. When Dustin Hoffman won the award for acting, he gave the award to Kim Peek to keep. Leonardo DeCaprio also played the part of a character with special needs in the movie What's Eating Gilbert Grape.
@chrispittman8854
Жыл бұрын
Saw the real "Rain Man" in an interview after this was released. Hoffman nailed him. He came on "CBS Sunday Morning" and he had heard a name he thought was funny, just before the taping and from to time, during the interview, he would spontaneously say, "Charrrrrlie Garfunkle."
@heather6668
6 ай бұрын
I'm starting to realise just how many Tom Cruise films I actually saw at the cinema. This one was brilliant - as you say, both Hoffman and Cruise were fantastic in this. I loved how his attitude changed as the movie progressed.
@Acoustict
Жыл бұрын
That was so heartfelt. ❤ I remember seeing Rain Man in the theater and it was such a big deal because it was like a mystery and when the pieces starting coming together it was beautiful how the human spirit changes. It was also such a big deal because of how good Dustin Hoffman was and he actually earned an Oscar for his performance. The movie and performances were so good and emotional and it also opened the world up to autism…it was a very important movie. Seeing your reaction made me more emotional than the movie. ❤ This is one of the best movie reactions I’ve ever seen. You are a beautiful human being with a beautiful family. All the best to you.🙏🏼❤️ (BTW I am big Bond fan and I love your reactions to those movies also😊).
@IWDTC
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your vulnerability, Cassie, I have worked in the special education system in my school district for the past 9 years and have come to have an incredible love and appreciation of these very special individuals. My hats off to your parents for taking on this special role. I have to admit I got a little choked up with the pictures..🥲 Anyway, great and heartfelt reaction to this one. I don't know if you had noticed when the credits started to roll the photos were Raymond's he had been snapping all along throughout the movie.....📸📸
@peggykunkel9180
Жыл бұрын
I see many people saying Autism was not familiar in 1988. It was not my experience. The problem that existed was caused by this movie and many news stories that gave the impression that people with Autism must have a special talent for numbers, music, etc. My child with Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum and Schizoaffective Disorder was born in 1984 and some of his friends had Autism. There were already programs that dealt specifically with Autism. It has been much more understood since then. I'm so happy to see a sibling talk about their experience. Thank you for sharing.
@greglegakis4177
Жыл бұрын
Ray's affection to Charlie reminds me of my dog's affection toward me. We have special people like that in our lives to make us more human and more caring.
@cleonmagabeefy8500
Жыл бұрын
I would watch a separate Carly reaction, anyone else??? I love this character arch!!!
@RobTheWatcher
Жыл бұрын
Carly has already seen Rain Man. That’s why Cassie watched it on her own.
@cleonmagabeefy8500
Жыл бұрын
@@RobTheWatchersorry Jack Daniel's makes me forget
@wisdomwisher
Жыл бұрын
A quiet wow. The movie commentary was just an introduction to a most moving outro. Thank you.
@davidricks7128
Жыл бұрын
You may have seen the movie 'Rain Man', but you may not know the character, Raymond Babbit, was inspired by a real person named Kim Peek. Kim had a rare condition called savant syndrome, which gave him amazing talents including a phenomenal memory.
@JamesGilburt-lb7sg
Жыл бұрын
Hi Cassie, great reaction & it's good you've seen this drama classic. I highly recommend 2 more Tom Cruise movies that are 'must react to': Cocktail (1988) in which he plays a college student turned bartender (it's got a love story in it) & Born On The Fourth Of July (1989) which is based on the true story of a patriotic young man who goes to fight in the Vietnam War, gets seriously wounded, returns home and becomes an anti war activist. His performance in it won him a Golden Globe for best actor.
@waynejones5635
Жыл бұрын
My son is a non-verbal autistic. He is very smart in his own ways, but does require a lot of extra care. He is also very attached to his routines. You should understand the term 'retardation' was a medical term back then, meaning slow, but inherited a negative connotation and was changed to special needs. Also autism was still fairly unknown in the 80's by most of society and just starting to get serious attention in the medical community, but nothing like today. This story is very heart warming because its about two brothers making a connection. Charlie learnt about his brother's needs and how to care for him.
@adrianrocha49
Жыл бұрын
You've never seen I am Sam? Anyway, as I am sure many will have also mentioned by the time I post this comment. The autistic Rain Man character is based on a real-life person named Kim Peek. He was an autistic man who had an incredible memory, could memorize entire books and had a very distinct way of speaking. He passed away several years ago, but he was amazing. Dustin Hoffman said once that he once told Kim, "I may be the star, but you are the heavens."
@claytonbishop4021
12 күн бұрын
During filming, Dustin Hoffman was unsure of the film's potential and his own performance. Three weeks into the project, Hoffman wanted out, telling Barry Levinson, "Get Richard Dreyfuss, get somebody, Barry, because this is the worst work of my life." Hoffman would nab his second Best Actor Academy Award for his work.
@msdarby515
Жыл бұрын
Charlie and Raymond's journey was much more than a drive across the country. Charlie left home and became like his dad. The scene where Charlie realizes who the Rain Man was never fails to make me emotional. Raymond is unable to demonstrate affection in conventional ways, but in subtle ways he begins to show a reconnection of the bond they shared before he was taken to the institution.
@MoonlitBrenya
Жыл бұрын
This is an amazing film, with an amazing cast and story. I cry like a baby every time I see it, and I've seen it many, many times. It's one of those films I can put on when nothing else seems to suit my mood. It's easily in my top 20 of all time.
@gsgk9674
Жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful film, about a beautiful people. An important part of it, is a stunning soundtrack by Hans Zimmer, setting the mood perfectly.
@HowtoRPG
7 ай бұрын
This is a one of a kind movie. Cassie, this story clearly struck a nerve with you and was maybe to close to home for a KZitem reaction. I wish all the best for your sister, you and your family.
@crashfan9997
7 ай бұрын
One of my favourite movies of all time and this was a great reaction, given that you could personally relate to the situation in the movie. Also Dustin Hoffman's performance will always be amazing.
@jayrud7892
Жыл бұрын
My heart goes out to you. You are so genuine and to see your reaction and connection to this story made me become emotional too. I hope you have the opportunity to continue this journey for a long time. You are such a decent person and it’s a pleasure having you share these moments. Thank you!
@jsharp3165
Жыл бұрын
Special needs folks were pretty much kept away from the public until the late '70s. No one - not even family members - knew how to properly connect with them so people were either afraid of them, afraid they would hurt them, were impatient with them, or bullied them. Or all the above. I was fortunate that I met a pair of middle-aged brothers who were both very challenged (it was called the r word back then) around 1980. They lived on my block and I saw them every day when I walked home from school. I became friends with them and even though we had basically the exact same conversation every day, I loved seeing them. They were heartbroken when I graduated from high school and went off in the military. But they made some new friends, thankfully.
@dusty3913
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing something so personal. We’re all looking for “connection” of some kind. You made a REAL connection with your audience. So sweet of you.
@reservoirdude92
Жыл бұрын
Watch Paul Thomas Anderson's 1999 masterwork 'Magnolia' if you want to see Tom Cruise's greatest performance. That's the one I would have brought up IMMEDIATELY if I met him like you did haha
@ct6852
Жыл бұрын
Loved Magnolia. But on here it seems split between people that absolutely love it, and absolutely hate it. Didn't realize it was that polarizing.
@reservoirdude92
Жыл бұрын
@ct6852 the way I see it, reaction channels are meant to watch films the reactors wouldn't normally watch, despite what the masses think they should watch!
@ct6852
Жыл бұрын
@@reservoirdude92 Totally agree.
@erictaylor5462
Жыл бұрын
16:40 Southwest was also an airline that at this time had never had a fatal crash. They had a fatality after a runway over run, the plane went through the airport fence and collided with a car, killing a passenger in the car. Southwest has only had one passenger fatality. An uncontained engine failure, where a piece of the engine struck and killed a passenger. The engine failure did not result in a crash, though the cabin was decompressed.
@mikey7046
Жыл бұрын
Dustin Hoffman did a FANTASTIC job in his portrayal of Raymond, and you’re correct if you didn’t know that he wasn’t Autistic up front you’d never know by watching this movie. I saw it when it first came out back in 88 and I just took it as a great film, but in 2002 my sister gave birth to a daughter who is on the spectrum, and since then it’s taken a whole new perspective for me. I’ll admit watching you watch this movie was at times difficult for me to see the emotions you were experiencing. You really put yourself into your reactions and I’m so fortunate to have come across your channel. Thank you so much.
@stankulp1008
Жыл бұрын
I remember when Quantis Airlines had their first plane crash decades later thinking that this movie would be dated. I heard about how Dustin prepared for this role and it was spectacular. He is such a perfectionist.
@JonathanReynolds1
9 ай бұрын
QANTAS = Queensland and Northern Territory Air Service
@csluceroreelchannel2827
Жыл бұрын
Rain man was a movie that changed me... now watching you react and learning you have a little sister so touched my heart and changed me more! THANK YOU! Cherish one another as best you can, because you never know the future and the moments are special!!! Thank you and your sisters for being who you are!
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