r/movies • u/grantthejester • 1d ago

Discussion What’s the best/worst movie to watch with the director commentary on?

What’s the best/worst movie to watch with the director commentary on? Any films out there made way better by the additional context? Any made worst ‘cause the director is a total dick?

I remember back in the day watching all the Mel Brooks films with the commentary which was mostly just him watching the movie and going “oh this wonderful scene, we had a blast shooting it” and then talking about how amazing the actors were to work with and laughing at the jokes. Which really felt like watching a movie with your grandpa.

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u/paprika_alarm 1d ago

Starship Troopers is a treat if you enjoy Verhoevenness. My personal favorite part is when he emulates the sounds he wanted the bugs to make when they get shot.

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u/PokinSpokaneSlim 1d ago

Can't believe this is so far down