Synopsis: With today’s technology, we see movie clips used out of context as memes, especially on Instagram. These excerpts have become so well known that they can be applied creatively to various stories, reels, and jokes. Today, we will look at some of the all time iconic and meme-worthy movie excerpts that never fail to go viral.
“One Does Not Simply Walk Into Mordor” — The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
The phrase “one does not simply walk into mordor” has become a template to explain difficulty. It absolutely does justice to it being evergreen. Along with the quote, Sean Bean’s hands and facial expressions first while saying it makes it the perfect addition for complex situations in life.
Calvin Candie’s Smug Laugh — Django Unchained (2012)
Calvin Candie’s character in Django Unchained is well known for his overexaggerating smirk, especially while saying the middle part of the quote. People use this split second excerpt all the time to convey dark humor, sarcasm and mockery which in turn makes it very popular for not only reacting to other posts but to comment on other videos as well.
“You Don’t Say” — Vampire’s Kiss (1988)
Vampire’s Kiss is an old film Cage portrayed in but his fragment of an outburst “you don’t say” is memorable to say the least. His wild-eyed and sarcastic demeanor when saying the phrase is now associated with shock and amazement. The way he stretches out his face instantly generates memes or gifs which are all over comment sections of posts and reels.
Pointing Rick Dalton — Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)
While watching TV, Rick Dalton, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, points at the screen. This still shot from the movie is often used to capture the moments when one comes across something very relatable or during moments of recognition. No wonder why this is a famous frame for memes on Instagram.
“I’m Something of a Scientist Myself” — Spider-Man (2002)
Willem Dafoe’s line as Norman Osborn has become the ultimate humblebrag meme and is often used sarcastically. It resurged in popularity with Dafoe’s return in Spider-Man: No Way Home and is mostly used when someone claims to possess knowledge, often cheeky, about something.
The Leo Cheers — The Great Gatsby (2013)
Jay Gatsby, DiCaprio’s character from The Great Gatsby, raised his glass to celebrate. The scene where DiCaprio has fireworks in the back and is cheering is now a universal meme for the celebration, mock toasts, or even sarcastic congratulatory remarks. It has been used countless times to mark every single achievement on Instagram, whether it is major or minor.
Tony Stark Eye Roll — The Avengers (2012)
In the movie The Avengers, Robert Downey Jr. plays Stark and does an epic eye roll. It seems that this specific roll has become famous across the internet and is used as a response to disbelief or exasperation.
Stills and gifs from this moment are a common sight as reactions in the comments, meme compilations, and more.
Hitler’s Rant – Downfall (2004)
Bruno Ganz’s portrayal of an enraged Hitler in the bunker scene is iconic and has spawned countless parodies with fake subtitles added. It is a quintessential meme template for dramatizing absurd responses to trivial provocations.
Smug Willy Wonka – Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
As the ever-sarcastic Wonka, Gene Wilder’s smug grin became the face of patronizing and sarcastic commentary. Matched with a witty phrase, the image has transcended Instagram, retaining its meme status across platforms.
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Padmé and Anakin’s Awkward Conversation – Star Wars: Attack of The Clones (2002)
Anakin and Padmé’s exchange of dialogue, particularly the moment where Anakin responds ominously to Padmé’s hopeful remark, is now a meme for scenarios involving unmet expectations. The template is reused for countless relationship jokes and workplace humor.
Writer : Pranjal Bapna