The Emotional Impact of Movies: DAN MURRELL'S Journey Through Loss, Love, and Cinema

Dan Murrell: https://www.youtube.com/c/DanMurrellMovies ONE OF MY DREAM GUESTS! Diary Of A Reel Reject with the legendary Dan Murrell, one of the most respected voices in film commentary and box office analysis. Known for his work with Screen Junkies and the Schmoedown, Dan shares incredible stories about the movies that shaped him, the emotional impact of cinema, and his fascinating journey as both a creator and editor. From E.T. to Star Wars, The Sixth Sense to Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, we dive into the films that left a lasting impression on Dan’s life. Along the way, we also explore pop culture staples like Spider-Man: No Way Home, Avengers, and Rush Hour, and uncover the influence of Spielberg classics like Jaws. Whether it's laughing over Saturday Night Live sketches, connecting with the heartfelt drama of Boyhood, or reminiscing about Brady Bunch and Dawson’s Creek, this conversation is packed with deep dives and nostalgic fun. Dan opens up about his first R-rated movie experience, the characters who shaped his personality, and how E.T. became a defining film for him. Plus, we talk about iconic moments like crowd reactions to Spider-Man: No Way Home, the haunting twist of The Sixth Sense, and the magic of preserving first-time movie theater experiences. If you're a fan of Dan Murrell, or just love hearing passionate discussions about film and pop culture, this is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth interviews and reactions! 0:00 Intro 1:18 Getting to Know Dan Murrell 2:00 Our History with Dan (Hives & All) 6:09 Dan’s Celebrity Crush Growing Up 9:28 The Movie or TV Character That Shaped Dan’s Personality 10:40 The Movie That Reminds Dan of His Mom 13:45 Exploring Mother-Son Dynamics in Movies & Dan’s Connection 16:30 Why E.T. Left the Biggest Impact on Dan 18:15 Crying During Movies: Dan’s Comfort Zone 20:30 A Movie Dan Sees Differently as He’s Grown Older 23:19 The Movie Dan Would Watch to Honor His Uncle 25:04 Dan’s First R-Rated Movie Sneak-In Story 27:10 Dan’s First Cinephile Buddy and Film Community Influences 31:20 Dan’s Journey as an Editor 34:10 How Editing Shapes Dan’s Perspective on Movies 37:25 The First Movie Crowd Reaction That Blew Dan Away 40:22 Dan’s First Experience Watching Star Wars: The Phantom Menace 42:00 The Magic of Preserving First-Time Theater Experiences 44:33 Dodging Conversations at Press Screenings: Dan’s Take 48:04 What Movie Would’ve Made the Best Reaction for Dan? 52:46 How Movies Helped Dan Open Up Emotionally 55:45 The Male Characters Who Shaped Dan’s Principles 58:25 The First Movie That Made Dan Cry 1:03:06 What Makes Dan Cry Now? 1:06:30 The Movie That Changed Dan’s Perspective on Society 1:16:45 Remembering the Legacy of Siskel & Ebert 1:23:50 The Horror Movie Scene That Still Haunts Dan 1:25:40 The Most Shocking Movie Twist Dan Has Ever Seen 1:32:08 Wrapping Up with YouTube, Star Wars, and Final Thoughts #DanMurrell #DiaryOfAReelReject #LordOfTheRings #ScreenJunkies #Schmoedown #ET #SpiderManNoWayHome #StarWars #TheSixthSense #StevenSpielberg #Marvel #Avengers #Jaws #Boyhood #BradyBunch #DawsonsCreek #SaturdayNightLive #FilmCommunity #MCU Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Aparrel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow TheReelRejects On The Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereelrejects?lang=en TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Follow & Listen to Us Wherever You Get Your Podcasts!! - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XHMwbveiznxSOGxN9XT0M - Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vc3Rhci13YXJzLXRhbGs - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reel-rejects-tv-movie-recaps/id1616339990 - Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Apocalypse-Podcast/B08JJP58FG Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG On INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba PLAYLISTS: Trailer Reactions & Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw9ZsLdoAQFpx38s2hhyFgDe Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw-comtadVs8b9JsZEWHUyr8 Movie Talk (News, Spoiler Reviews, & Film Rumors!!!): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw8fPQ-21NVSb2IOwIiHbVt8 Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw9TdRZC0NvGLve0eNWmUjzs