Director and comedian Esmarelda VillaLobos watches and gives commentary on the 2019 Golden Globe winner for Best Comedy, "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood". Contains humorous interpretations, in depth film analysis, and many wrong (but later corrected) facts about the great 2019 film, "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood." Click on the "Film & Video" tab above to see more!
Stand-up comedian and filmmaker Esmarelda VillaLobos watches films and gives a play-by-play color commentary along the way. Filled with humorous observations, deep analysis, and historical facts, this show is sure to help you pass the time. Check out the pilot episode "ESMARELDA WATCHES... 'ONCE UPON A TIME IN... HOLLYWOOD" down below!
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... MOVIES VERY CLOSELY"
In this clip, Esmarelda discusses the importance of the film "Three in the Attic" (1968).
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... BRAD PITT JACKET"
In this clip, Esmarelda reveals the origins behind the notorious jean jacket worn by Cliff Booth in the beginning of "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood."
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... BRANDY THE AWARD-WINNING DOG"
Here, Esmarelda gives her opinion on Brandy (played by Sayuri), who is arguably the most likable, talented, and attractive dog the entertainment industry has ever seen. She packs a mean bite, too.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... MARK HARMON MOVIES"
In this clip, Esmarelda discusses the odd similarities between Mark Harmon in "Summer School" (1987) and Cliff Booth in "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood" (2019)
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... BRAD PITT TAKE HIS TOP OFF"
There's not much more that needs to be said that you can't get from the description. Enjoy.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... COMBAT!"
In this clip, Esmarelda discusses the important role combat plays in the overall theme of "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood" as well as the return of the very adorable and always entertaining Pussycat.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... BRUCE LEE MONOLOGUE:
PART 1"
Esmarelda watches Mike Moh's monologue as Bruce Lee in "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood." Part 1 of 2.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... BRUCE LEE MONOLOGUE:
PART 2"
Esmarelda briefly discusses the controversy surrounding Bruce Lee's portrayal in "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood."
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... LEO KEEPING IT FUNNY"
Esmarelda discusses Leonardo DiCaprio's overlooked comedic performance as multiple characters in Quentin Tarantino's Golden Globe-winning "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood."
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... THE FOURTEEN FISTS OF MCCLUSKY"
Esmarelda gets a little bit carried away talking about the wonderful score and great enthusiasm exhibited in the make-believe film, "The Fourteen Fists of McClusky." She greatly apologizes to the estates of Bernard Herrmann and Elmer Bernstein for mixing up the origins of their scores.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... GREEN DOORS AND GREEN DRESSES"
Esmarelda discusses the potential meaning behind Rick Dalton's Hullabaloo song as well as a stellar performance from a striking background player.
"ESMARELDA WATCHES... A KARMANN GHIA ON HOLLYWOOD BLVD."
Esmarelda discusses her experience visiting the set of "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood" on July 24, 2018.
In this clip, Esmarelda discusses the importance behind the song used in the trailer for "C.C. and Company" when Sharon Tate ventures to the Bruin theater in Westwood.
In this video, Esmarelda freaks out when she realizes that Roman Polanski is dressed exactly like Austin Powers... or is it the other way around???
In this clip, Esmarelda analyzes the similarities in the movie poster behind the fake Rick Dalton film, "Comanche Uprising," and the real Burt Reynolds/Sergio Corbucci film, "Navajo Joe".
Esmarelda dances around and laments the roles she missed out on while she was too busy wallowing in her own self-pity... enjoy!
Blink and you'll miss it! Esmarelda discusses the exact wording used by Sam Wanamaker to describe his familiarity with Rick Dalton's wet hands.
In this episode, Esmarelda gives proper credit to the amazing stutter Leonardo DiCaprio displays in portraying the character of Rick Dalton.
In this clip, Esmarelda displays the all-but-forgotten skill of watching something patiently while diligently paying attention. Enjoy!
In this episode, Esmarelda ponders whether or not Cliff Booth intentionally or maliciously kills his horrible bitch of wife. Enjoy!
Esmarelda recites lines from one of her favorite scenes while silently reminding you that "The Irishman" and "Once Upon a Time in... Hollywood" are connected. Enjoy!
In this clip, Esmarelda discusses the brief but memorable performance of Kurt Russell as Randy the Gaffer.
In this episode, Esmarelda gets hungry while watching Leonardo DiCaprio as Rick Dalton as Caleb DeCoteau eat a very delicious looking chicken leg. Yummmmmm...
Now, in this clip, Esmarelda isn't directly saying that certain people knew that things were going to go down this year.... but certain people knew that things were going to go down this year and those people aren't exactly the biggest fans of technology. Enjoy.
Check out the trailer for Episode Two of "Esmarelda Watches..." This episode - the 2019 Academy Award Winner for Best Original Screenplay, Best International Feature, Best Director, and Best Picture, Bong Joon Ho's thrilling masterpiece, "Parasite!" Enjoy.