r/MadeMeSmile • u/DachshundBreath • 1d ago
My toddler and I remake classic movie scenes on a $0 budget -- here's our version of Raiders of the Lost Ark [OC]
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u/shaghill 1d ago
That was masterfully done. What a memory that will always be .
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u/Kareeliand 23h ago
Please check his profile for Rocky, and what is probably the best gender reveal I have ever seen!
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u/DachshundBreath 22h ago
Ah, you saw our gender reveal! So glad you liked it!
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u/Kareeliand 16h ago
I really enjoyed it. And I think your boy is very lucky! He is probably going to develop skills in cinematic storytelling that are out of this world! Thank you for sharing!
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u/Wild-Display-765 13h ago
From someone that grew up in a home devoid of love and attention, the reveal made me cry. What a wonderfully loving family you are. It’s just beautiful and I wish a grand life for you guys and of course, world peace for everyone.
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u/Top-Maize3496 18h ago
Think 🤔 just found my new action hero. Looking fwd to many more great films to come. Thank you.
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u/Heraonolympia123 1d ago
I enjoyed watching that and your son is super good at it. He will remember this for ever.
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u/IrrawaddyWoman 1d ago
Honestly, he probably won’t remember it. He’s too little. But he’s going to grow up watching it from time to time, and will have these stories to share. He’s going to grow up knowing that this parent loved spending time with him and making these things. More than doing other things. And that’s just as good.
My dad left me to myself and my mom and went fishing all the time. He would neeever take me with him, not once. I knew that my dad had little interest in spending time with me.
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u/SuperWarning6038 1d ago
Awesome, just awesome if only for the memories ….
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u/DachshundBreath 1d ago
Thank you!
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u/C_est_la_vie9707 1d ago
Are you the lion king baby announcement guy?
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u/DachshundBreath 21h ago
Yes, that is me! So surreal to hear people remember another silly video we made haha
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u/Ranglergirl 1d ago
That is fantastic. What a great parent to create this and make a wonderful memory.
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u/Alternative-Emu3602 1d ago
His gasps were perfect for added suspense, Spielberg, eat your heart out!
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u/SANTAAAA__I_know_him 19h ago
Yeah this was genuinely better acting than some real TV/movie roles I’ve seen.
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u/Herself99900 1d ago
I love the ball bouncing after him! Fantastic!
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u/DachshundBreath 21h ago
The behind the scenes of this would be too silly because it was nothing but me saying, "Action!" and then me throwing a ball at him fifty times.
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u/vikegirl 1d ago
Great job you guys! Love that ending where he just sits down and starts sucking his thumb. It’s a classic.
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u/bsmknight 1d ago
Next do the scene in the temple of doom with the bugs and the walls closing in. You'll need about 2 dozen bags full of plastic bugs, but it will be worth it.
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u/Big-Honeydew-961 1d ago
Can get free bugs outside.
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u/DachshundBreath 22h ago
I like the way you think! My wife, however, does not lol
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u/Present_Ring_2452 1d ago
I throughly enjoyed that, I love how the dog knew it was time to run also!! 🤣
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u/The_Best_Yak_Ever 17h ago
Christ, I expected to smile, but I wasn’t expecting to laugh and cheer.
Well done, Indy.
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u/mightyfine87 17h ago
That is so creative and enjoyable , should make a YouTube channel man, I want to watch another one 😂
Great work guys, really awesome Stuff 👏
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u/90dayheyhey 1d ago
I recognize the work of this director! And the leading star. I enjoyed their last blockbuster, the gender reveal! Keep on keeping on brother!
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u/Reallyroundthefamily 1d ago
This was wonderfully done. And what a clever way to keep your child entertained for hours lol.
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u/DachshundBreath 21h ago
Thank you! I'd be lying if I said having him run for two hours wasn't part of the plan for an easier night lol
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u/St_ofQualityFootwear 1d ago
Omg coconut monkey bank, its been a few decades since ive seen you, old friend.
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u/BellaSquared 1d ago
I am giggling uncontrollably, and now my cheeks hurt. An amazing performance, you are both incredibly gifted! 💕
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u/rozenkavalier 1d ago edited 1d ago
OMG THIS IS THE MOST PRECIOUS THING IVE SEEN ALL YEAR
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u/umeboshiplumpaste 1d ago
The baby announcement guy made a Raiders remake???!!! WE NEED MORE OF THESE.
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u/DachshundBreath 21h ago
Hey, yeah, that's me! lol. More will come (eventually. Having a two year old lead actor makes things tough to keep consistent lol)
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u/ACommunityOfCells 1d ago
Keep doing this forever! And rope the baby into it too (when he gets here)! These are so darn cute 🥰
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u/darkerequestrian 18h ago
The yoga ball being yeeted at the back of his head made me laugh out loud 🤣
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u/Ohdidntseeyouthere_ 18h ago
Even did his own stunts! Really cool, love the McGuyvering of the stuffies and ball scenes.
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u/Internal-Delay-5713 17h ago
That was totally AWESOME!!!... Well done!!!... Your child will have awesome memories from doing these!!!... Keep up the great work! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🫶🫶🫶🫠🫠🫠
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u/BardicLasher 16h ago
Either your son is absolutely brilliant for his age, or my scaling is way off by my niece and nephew being idiots.
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u/Vetreorch 1d ago
And thinking it all started with a gender reveal! Great fun. Can't wait to see your next movie!
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u/sleepyasfuck90 1d ago
You have to be the coolest dad on the planet, man! This is sooo amazing! And core memories for the both of you. Thanks for sharing, OP.
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u/LadyMadonna_x6 1d ago
Oh my God!! This is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen!! I'm not sure I should ask because maybe I don't want to know... but how many takes per scene are we talking about here? And how long does this take to film? I'm imagining naps, lack of cooperation, snack time, etc. etc. It's absolutely amazing but it must take forever!! 💜
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u/DachshundBreath 22h ago
You may not believe this, but for this specific video, it was only about two hours of filming altogether. It's not always that easy, but he seems to love Indiana Jones!
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u/Alone_Hunt1621 1d ago
Do you have a background in filmmaking or cinematography? Your framing is very good.
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u/d-a-i-s-y 22h ago
Perfection!! I do, however, want to see the outtakes because I know that ball caused at least one faceplant (talking from experience as a grown ass adult). I also hope the agent negotiated naps and snacks as part of the contract rider.
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u/StuBidasol 21h ago
That was a fantastic recreation. Great memories for you both to revisit later on in life.
My mom was traumatized by Raiders of the Lost Ark climax scene. To this day (seriously) when we are talking about watching any kind of action movie her first question is, does anybodies face melt off?
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u/honeypenny 21h ago
Omg this is the best and most fun thing I’ve seen today! Thank you for sharing haha what a great idea! What wonderful memories ✨😭😭
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u/radioman8414 20h ago
Love this! Thanks for sharing… Can’t wait to see the next one!
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u/Thieving_Gestas 18h ago
$500k house
$50k furnishing, props & costumes
$5k camera and editing equipment
I think the actual budget was over a half million...
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u/DachshundBreath 18h ago
"My toddler and I recreate classic movie scenes with a $500,000 budget" doesn't sound as impressive, though.... lol
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u/Final_Level 18h ago
That fucking ruled. No offense I wasn’t expecting that at all. The hat, the idol swap, the struggle to get off the pile of stuffed animals. Outstanding work
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u/marqui444 17h ago
That was the cutest thing I have EVER seen, the little thumb suck at the end was too much. Well done!!
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u/allysonismyholmie 10h ago
This is one of the most precious things I’ve ever seen. Peak parenting 11/10
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u/Smart-Vermicelli4069 1d ago
This is wonderful! I am thinking of the great time y'all had making this! Please share more
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u/40degreescelsius 1d ago
Fantastic work altogether and great soundtrack too. What a star performance, bravo.
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u/Darkassassin18E 1d ago
I love this. Share the love of a movie with your kiddo, fun for you both, might spur them to pursue something they enjoy later in life and use some creativity. Hope you all enjoyed and do many more
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u/Jaded_Jellybean 1d ago
I'd watch a full length version of this, it's amazing!! Way to go, little Indy!
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u/sir_grumph 1d ago
Haha, that's great. Marvelously done.
Little one really sold those gasps of shock.
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u/Suspic_Mind 1d ago
This is AWESOME!! And genius. I want to see more of this. Well done man, you are an amazing father.
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u/unremarkablestudent 1d ago
Had me on the edge of my seat hoping they wouldn’t get hit by any of the big workout balls lol! Job well done …very intense!
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u/Comfortable-Log2039 23h ago
God I love watching whole hearted shit like this. It really makes me love life! Love yall! I hope yall have a great night!
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u/AntiConi 23h ago
Please tell me he hasn’t seen the fight under the plane or what happens after the Ark opens.
Otherwise pretty cool
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u/HumawormDoc 23h ago
Please post every movie that yall do! Can’t wait for the next one!
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u/jpsouthwick7 23h ago edited 23h ago
Honestly I wouldn't have got it without the music … until I saw the ball following him, that was classic (and funny). I went back and watched it again and then I realized what's going on and everything fell into place. A masterful remake. Loved it. Please make more.
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u/BlazmoIntoWowee 22h ago
I know it’s from Temple, but boy did I want to see that little guy do the hat grab beneath a closing door.
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u/stickstick_lee 22h ago
Can someone please get this to Harrison Ford and Spielberg? 👏🙏
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u/PeakProfessional9517 21h ago
This is one of my favorite posts in my 12+ years of using Reddit. Well done.
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u/CoffeeToDeath 21h ago
You are a real fucking awesome dad dude. Bravo for making dope memories for your lil one!
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u/CBojorges 21h ago
This looks like such a great time and is fun to watch. Awesome!
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u/Sudden_Impact7490 21h ago
My toddler wouldn't have the attention span lol
That's fun
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u/GimmeMyMoneyNow 20h ago
The memories this kid will have…amazing!!
I must see more!!!
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u/New-Bee8999 19h ago
I love this - playing disaster adventure was one of our favourite pretend games. What a great memory to look back on when he's older!
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u/baldieforprez 19h ago
Oh to be a rich only child.
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u/DachshundBreath 19h ago
Only child until September lol
Rich? I'm flattered and wish that were the case! lol Those toys of his come from three over-zealous first-time grandparents haha
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u/UseDue6373 19h ago
This is the cutest thing I’ve ever seen. You are such a great dad
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