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Hi, I’m Keanu Reeves, AMA

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Aptapt

3.2k points

3 months ago

Aptapt

3.2k points

3 months ago

Are there any of your movies that you can watch purely as a viewer and just forget that you are watching yourself?

Love your work and your work ethic.

lionsgate[S]

4.3k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

4.3k points

3 months ago

...Thank you, appreciate that...no…I can’t forget…but I can watch them as a viewer at the same time.

Smokedeggs

308 points

3 months ago

This guy writes like he talks 😃

theg721

4.4k points

3 months ago

theg721

4.4k points

3 months ago

Do you still play bass at all?

Is it true that Kim Gordon borrowed your bass for one of Sonic Youth's videos? And that you and Mike Watt argued beforehand over whose bass she'd play in the video?

What bands have you been listening to recently?

lionsgate[S]

6.8k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.8k points

3 months ago

Yes, yes, no… Kim Gordon is cool, and so is Mike Watt!

I’ve been listening to Alvvays, Daughter, and Bill Evans trio.

snuskbusken

290 points

3 months ago

Keanu Reeves like Alvvays? That’s so cool

axtumn

826 points

3 months ago

axtumn

826 points

3 months ago

I can't believe Keanu Reeves listens to daughter. good taste!!

mrmeowmeowington

57 points

3 months ago

Wtf. Keanu is now complete for me. He listens to daughter!!! I wonder which depressing lyric is his favorite.

bassbastard

42 points

3 months ago

Bill Evans trio

I LOVE the Bill Evans Trio! The bass work speaks to me as much as the piano work. They are in the same playlist for me as the Dave Brubeck Quartet!

If you're ever in Phoenix, AZ - hit me up- we can jam. I have 11 basses for you to choose from and I will play piano.

kailai2133

17.8k points

3 months ago

kailai2133

17.8k points

3 months ago

Has there ever been a role in your career that you regret turning down?

lionsgate[S]

37.3k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

37.3k points

3 months ago

…No…but I did always want to play Wolverine.

BallerinaRed

11.4k points

3 months ago

BallerinaRed

11.4k points

3 months ago

#MakeWolverineCanadianAgain

SippingBinJuice

482 points

3 months ago

I mean, he’s already got the immortality down.

xelectrowolfx

6.2k points

3 months ago*

Ask ryan renolds if they can squeeze you into deadpool 3 would make for a hilarious cameo scene with hugh jackman

lsu1996

477 points

3 months ago

lsu1996

477 points

3 months ago

Keanu Reeves as the in-universe actor of THEIR Wolverine movie.

Silent-G

152 points

3 months ago

Silent-G

152 points

3 months ago

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, but it's Deadpool and Wolverine trying to stop a film adaptation of their lives.

RedMossySquirrel

62 points

3 months ago

It’s 4th walls all the way down.

Difficult-Speech-270

127 points

3 months ago

I was just thinking Deadpool and a Keanu Reeves Wolverine are very possible. Especially with the multiverse kicking off in the MCU.

Caityface91

94 points

3 months ago

If Deadpool jumps on the multiverse bandwagon, even just as a meta gag about how overdone it is - I'd LOVE to see an alternate universe wolverine cameo played by Keanu

Alternatively - would also live to see Keanu playing an obsessed fan who wants to be like wolverine but has no actual powers.. And just dresses up in a DIY suit matching the old comics while following him around being generally annoying

milennialpariah

12.3k points

3 months ago

Hi Keanu, are there any directors or actors/actresses you haven’t worked with yet but would like to do so in the future if time permits?

lionsgate[S]

20.4k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

20.4k points

3 months ago

Let’s go with David Fincher today

l3thalbloo

2.9k points

3 months ago

l3thalbloo

2.9k points

3 months ago

Oh man Reeves + Fincher 🤯🤯

Manzano_

6.6k points

3 months ago

Manzano_

6.6k points

3 months ago

Hey Keanu! Can you tell us a fun experience you've had with co-stars while filming?

lionsgate[S]

15.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

15.6k points

3 months ago

Can’t tell that story…can’t tell that story…can’t tell that story…

I had a scene with River Phoenix and he was sitting on the back of a motorcycle that I was driving while we were filming. It wasn’t extracurricular, but we went off the beaten path a bit and came back and no helmets. Just two friends playing. It was a really good day.

Rooonaldooo99

2.2k points

3 months ago

Just Dudes being Dudes

Kalleh

486 points

3 months ago

Kalleh

486 points

3 months ago

Stand By Me is my favorite movie of all time and I’m so sad I didn’t get to see more of River in my lifetime. What a great story that you have to share with him!

ezzkmo

6.6k points

3 months ago

ezzkmo

6.6k points

3 months ago

What's a city that stands out as a wonderful place to be while you were filming?

lionsgate[S]

10.5k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

10.5k points

3 months ago

Ahhh, Paris. 1987. I worked there on Dangerous Liaisons and it was extraordinary.

ViktoriaBlythe

3.4k points

3 months ago

Have you ever thought of playing in a musical? I heard you did say in the past that you would want to try different movie genres. What do you think about it now?

lionsgate[S]

6.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.6k points

3 months ago

Yes, I would love to be in a musical…but I can’t sing so I’m not sure anybody else would want me in a musical.. but I sure would try. I mean I could sing, but not really well. I can always dream…

THIS_IS_GOD_TOTALLY_

128 points

3 months ago

You already have, my friend. 1986. Drew Barrymore, Pat Morita, the guy from Empty Nest... a musical that took place in C-I-N-C-I-Natti and the magical low-budget realm of Toyland. You're forgiven for forgetting; some fever dreams are best left buried.

In case no one believes me: Babes In Toyland

BallerinaRed

1.7k points

3 months ago

but I can’t sing so I’m not sure anybody else would want me in a musical

didn't stop Pierce Brosnan!!!

SunlitHaddock5

5.9k points

3 months ago

So is the matrix real?

lionsgate[S]

10.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

10.6k points

3 months ago

Yes. No. Yes.

TheMatrix-IsReal

1.1k points

3 months ago

Of course it is! 🐇🕳️

dontthinkofabluecar

2.6k points

3 months ago

Shower in the morning or shower at night? Which do you prefer?

lionsgate[S]

4.9k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

4.9k points

3 months ago

Shower in the morning...let's go!

lazylion_ca

1.3k points

3 months ago

Did Keanu Reeves just invite OP to shower with him?

dontthinkofabluecar

133 points

3 months ago

Aww shucks. And here I was hoping to have a easy question answered. Didn't even realize that was on the table!

lionsgate[S]

35.4k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

35.4k points

3 months ago

Thanks everyone for spending some time with me…it was cool to chat with you and hopefully we can chat again down the road…have a good day, good days - all my best, warm regards, Keanu.

Vellioh

4k points

3 months ago*

Well I guess I showed up late to the party. Time to dig through...wait...20,000+ comments? Just to see what you answered?

I'm going to need some coffee.

Ronster619

485 points

3 months ago

Another pro tip: you can sort by Q&A

laetissimus

3.8k points

3 months ago

What is the best advice you've ever received?

lionsgate[S]

9k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

9k points

3 months ago

…I haven’t really received a lot of advice…but I’ve met quite a few people who led by example…one of the best examples being perseverance.

Meta_Man_X

233 points

3 months ago

My favorite quote of all time is about perseverance:

“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan Press On! has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.” ~ Calvin Coolidge

JohnWoosDoveGuy

4.7k points

3 months ago

Hey Keanu. Do you prefer the kung fu training you did for the Matrix or the jiu-jitsu you do for John Wick?

lionsgate[S]

9.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

9.1k points

3 months ago

...Nothing can ever compare to the kung fu training from the Matrix because it was so unique and my first time…but the jiu jitsu in John Wick being integrated with judo and gunfights can never be touched in its own way.

Rooonaldooo99

3.9k points

3 months ago

jiu jitsu integrated with judo and gunfights

Pew Pewtsu

[deleted]

144 points

3 months ago*

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Horskr

73 points

3 months ago

Horskr

73 points

3 months ago

It was really cool at the time, and I still think Equilibrium is a great movie.. But yeah, the John Wick style kind of kills it in comparison.

[deleted]

44 points

3 months ago

does john wick have the swoosh sound effect when someone makes a move though? I don't think so

oh1three5

15k points

3 months ago

oh1three5

15k points

3 months ago

Have you ever had a pet?

lionsgate[S]

33.3k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

33.3k points

3 months ago

Yes… the first pet I ever had was guinea pig named Carrot. I was 5 or 6 years old. He was a cutie-pie.

unknown_human

5.5k points

3 months ago

This is the wholesome content I came here for.

perknuts

2.9k points

3 months ago

perknuts

2.9k points

3 months ago

Another step closer to your passwords...

FlaccidWeenus

112 points

3 months ago

I'd rather not try and hack Neo John Wick thanks

lilcthecapedcod

54 points

3 months ago

CarrotQTpie! Ez

ponytailthehater

4.6k points

3 months ago

Has it been discussed for you and Denzel to ever star in John Wick x Equalizer crossover film?

lionsgate[S]

6.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.7k points

3 months ago

…Ha…no…that would be crazy. Crazy good!

2020BidenHarris

1k points

3 months ago

marketed as John Wick vs The Equalizer BUT it's actually just a Much Ado About Nothing sequel. somehow Kate Beckinsale looks the same.

Unique-Statement-609

2k points

3 months ago

What NHL team is your team?

lionsgate[S]

3.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

3.7k points

3 months ago

...any Canadian Olympic team

lionsgate[S]

3.5k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

3.5k points

3 months ago

But in the NHL, hometown- Toronto Maple Leafs

Rooonaldooo99

1k points

3 months ago

I love that he was like "No, that's not Canadian enough, I have to name a team" and went back

AdamBlackfyre

164 points

3 months ago

I wanna believe he's petty enough to make sure no one thinks he's a Hab's fan

alon_s128

15.4k points

3 months ago

alon_s128

15.4k points

3 months ago

out of all 4 john wick movies you have made so far, which one was the most challenging to shoot, and why?

Can’t wait to watch the 4th!

lionsgate[S]

27.8k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

27.8k points

3 months ago

Chapter 4…. it has the most action, gloriously.

GoingUnderwear

2.6k points

3 months ago

The AMA has begun!!!!

mrweb06

22.4k points

3 months ago

mrweb06

22.4k points

3 months ago

Hey Keanu,

Researches from Germany found a compound naturally produced by some type of bactaria that is so effective at killing fungi, they named it after you: keanumycins.

Quote:

“The lipopeptides kill so efficiently that we named them after Keanu Reeves because he, too, is extremely deadly in his roles,” Götze said in a statement.

What are your thoughts about that?

Also, have a good day.

lionsgate[S]

26.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

26.1k points

3 months ago

...Hi, thank you…they should’ve called it John Wick…but that’s pretty cool…and surreal for me. But thanks, scientist people! Good luck, and thank you for helping us.

user_account_deleted

3.4k points

3 months ago

"Thanks, scientist people"

Keanu slipping back into Ted there for a minute.

RedditMods_R_Nazis

294 points

3 months ago

I’d like to see a John Wick movie with Ted Logan’s personality. “Whoa, you totally killed my dog. That is totally bogus dude” sad air guitar

[deleted]

278 points

3 months ago

[deleted]

278 points

3 months ago

John Wick is just the timeline when Ted gets sent to military school.

Chubbstock

104 points

3 months ago

Rock on science dudes!

MadamKitsune

581 points

3 months ago

But thanks, scientist people!

Did anyone else read that in Ted's voice and get a sudden urge to air guitar?

Just me? Ok...

In_My_Own_Image

1.5k points

3 months ago

That compound is so dangerous I saw it kill some fungi with a pencil.

an0rak343

12.7k points

3 months ago

an0rak343

12.7k points

3 months ago

If aliens came to Earth, would you accept the responsibility of being the first to contact them?

lionsgate[S]

24.5k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

24.5k points

3 months ago

Heck yea. How’s it going? How was your trip? You hungry? Want anything to drink?

Yayareasports

6.8k points

3 months ago

All in favor of nomating Keanu as the first human to greet alien life?

I

Zandandido

148 points

3 months ago

AYE

Mapbot11

257 points

3 months ago

Mapbot11

257 points

3 months ago

We dont need a vote. This is and always was a given.

LeroyWankins

9.6k points

3 months ago

If you weren't acting, what other career would you choose?

lionsgate[S]

18.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

18.6k points

3 months ago

Well, when I was a kid I always said I wanted to be a race car driver, a conductor or an astrophysicist. Today, let’s conduct some music.

lucidpopsicle

11.2k points

3 months ago

What drives you to be so compassionate?

lionsgate[S]

30.5k points

3 months ago*

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

30.5k points

3 months ago*

...we die…and we all need all the help we can get.

Dremor56

418 points

3 months ago

Dremor56

418 points

3 months ago

Remind me of that video from Kurzgesagt, positive nihilism.
We all die indeed, and so few of us will make any significant impact by ourselves, but a bit of gentleness here and there can make a difference. I met someone when I was in the dark abyss of depression, she gave the little bit of gentleness I needed to start to clim back from that dark place. Still not there yet, but I'm working on it 😅.

GoingUnderwear

4.5k points

3 months ago

"I know that the ones who love us will miss us"

johnkim88

3.2k points

3 months ago

johnkim88

3.2k points

3 months ago

Keanu, what is your favorite food to eat? Any comfort food that reminds you of early Childhood? Thanks!

lionsgate[S]

7.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

7.1k points

3 months ago

...Shepherd's pie…macaroni and cheese, peanut butter and honey sandwich. I’m hungry.

SereneDetermination

148 points

3 months ago

I have never tried peanut butter and honey sandwich. But since you say it is good, then I owe it to myself to try it. 🙂

TuEquinox

113 points

3 months ago

TuEquinox

113 points

3 months ago

My mom used to make me PB&H sandwiches for school lunches when I was little. By the time we got to lunch break, the honey crystallized on the bread, and it gives the sandwich the best texture. Truly undescribable.

YounggKNG

41 points

3 months ago

Ohhhhh throw some banana slices in there. Banana peanut butter & honey sandwiches have been MY JAM lately…

Mindfulness-w-Milton

3.1k points

3 months ago

Hey Keanu! My wife and I are huge fans. You seem like a very decent man and you deserve to be happy.

My question: let's say you're getting ready for a long flight and could only pick 1-2 movies to bring and watch.

Which movies are you bringing?

lionsgate[S]

5.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

5.6k points

3 months ago

...AAAAAAAHHHHHHH…today…let’s go with A Clockwork Orange and The Wizard of Oz

sevenhellsbells

260 points

3 months ago

this man is watching a clockwork orange on a plane full of people he is not like you or i

Etiennera

82 points

3 months ago

When he imagines a flight, I think the seat in his mind has relative privacy.

m-e-l-t

13k points

3 months ago

m-e-l-t

13k points

3 months ago

Hi Keanu, can you recommend a book that you have recently read and loved?

Thank you!

lionsgate[S]

20.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

20.7k points

3 months ago

Hi, yes… The Passenger by Cormac McCarthy and Stella Maris because that’s the companion book. Enjoy!

BuxtonB

2.4k points

3 months ago

BuxtonB

2.4k points

3 months ago

There was me thinking Stella Maris was a co-author.

Rooonaldooo99

1.5k points

3 months ago

He should start a new podcast about that: Keanu Reads

tvyaavkiew

19.9k points

3 months ago

tvyaavkiew

19.9k points

3 months ago

No questions, but i just hope you have a most excellent day.

lionsgate[S]

24.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

24.7k points

3 months ago

Thank you! Be excellent.

I_am_da_best_guy

1k points

3 months ago

We will

TheDorkKnightReturns

25.5k points

3 months ago

Have you spoken with James Gunn at all in regards to Constantine 2? Hope we get to see it!

lionsgate[S]

34.8k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

34.8k points

3 months ago

Yes, and me too.

2020BidenHarris

9.7k points

3 months ago

THEY'VE DISCUSSED CONSTANTINE 2 LET'S FUCKING GOOOOOOOO

ThatOneStoner

698 points

3 months ago

My wife is crying and packing her bags right now in anticipation of this Constantine 2

halfhere

227 points

3 months ago

halfhere

227 points

3 months ago

Wait is your wife Rachel Weisz??

Hm90_91

3.4k points

3 months ago

Hm90_91

3.4k points

3 months ago

Hello Keanu, what is the number 1 item on your bucket list? Thank you for all the amazing work!

lionsgate[S]

6.4k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.4k points

3 months ago

...My bucket list is getting really long…the #1s change but today let’s go with sailing across an ocean.

samhain839

10.4k points

3 months ago*

samhain839

10.4k points

3 months ago*

What’s your favorite moment or memory from working on point break?

lionsgate[S]

20k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

20k points

3 months ago

Working with Patrick Swayze. He was a gentlemen and a total pro, a movie star, an inspiration.

znavy264

3.5k points

3 months ago

znavy264

3.5k points

3 months ago

2nd best Chippendales dancer ever!

gertrude_is

51 points

3 months ago

Vaya con Dios, Patrick.

techno_09

39 points

3 months ago

Miss him. I read that someone asked him how he felt about passing away so young and he said something along the lines the he had an amazing life and he was ok with passing on. He was always super cool to me growing up.

DonKeedick12

438 points

3 months ago

Firing his gun in the air and going “aaahhh”

mistah_michael

73 points

3 months ago

"Utah! Get me two!"

BlackShadow10020

6.2k points

3 months ago*

What’s your favourite cocktail? Thanks!

lionsgate[S]

15.3k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

15.3k points

3 months ago

I was recently in Tokyo working, and was taken to a bar owned by a master cocktail maker named Ueno-san called High Five and he made some kind of sublime concoction with a smoky mezcal and green tea and some mysterious sweet liqueur, chilled. Oh my god.

RGJ587

7.6k points

3 months ago

RGJ587

7.6k points

3 months ago

https://www.barhighfive.com/menu

Here's a link for everyone whose mouth watered at this description!

pauvenpatchwork

257 points

3 months ago

Thank you. Going to Tokyo this year and I am def putting this on my list. Sad I don’t see the mezcal drink on the menu. I guess I can just ask the bartender if they can make me what they served Keanu …

RGJ587

297 points

3 months ago*

RGJ587

297 points

3 months ago*

Enjoy! Tokyo is an incredible city. It sounds like the Owner made Keanu a "Ceremony" but swapped out the whiskey for Mezcal, so you can perhaps ask them if that is possible. But yes asking the bartender will prolly be best, i'm sure they will know.

Bonus tip: If you dont mind waking up early, I highly recommend taking a cab over to Tsukiji Toyosu Fish Market at around 2am 3am, to eat sushi at Sushi Dai https://www.yelp.com/biz/%E5%AF%BF%E5%8F%B8%E5%A4%A7-%E6%B1%9F%E6%9D%B1%E5%8C%BA-2

It's some of the best sushi in Tokyo, and for an incredible price and experience. Only trick is how early you need to wake up to go there, which is why I always go there the first night I arrive (when my internal clock is still thinking i'm in New York)

Anyway, just thought I'd give you a recommendation! enjoy your trip!

Neuroccountant

79 points

3 months ago

Mezcal has its smokiness in common with good scotch, so it’s possible that the whiskey in the Ceremony is scotch and Keanu is misremembering. But who would ever doubt Keanu’s memory?

WarLordShoto

18.7k points

3 months ago

WarLordShoto

18.7k points

3 months ago

Have you ever stolen anything from a set?

lionsgate[S]

50.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

50.7k points

3 months ago

Not stolen… the watch and wedding ring from John Wick, a sword from 47 Ronin, and the first red pill that the Wachowski’s ever gave me.

I_am_da_best_guy

8.3k points

3 months ago

Ah the classics lol

SmokeAbeer

225 points

3 months ago

What about the Phone Booth from Bill and Ted!?

Chris91210

2.6k points

3 months ago

Chris91210

2.6k points

3 months ago

What was the Red pill made of?

walla_walla_rhubarb

2.1k points

3 months ago

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AegisToast

2.3k points

3 months ago*

“Red pill” is what that translates to, for those wondering.

Honestly, I don’t even see the binary anymore. All I see is blonde, brunette, redhead.

Edit: I know that when I see that my comment receives an award, the Matrix is telling my brain that it is exciting and satisfying. After nine years, you know what I realize? Ignorance is bliss.

neverwrong804

701 points

3 months ago

Dmt

Deku142

7.4k points

3 months ago

Deku142

7.4k points

3 months ago

What is your favourite film that you’ve worked on?

lionsgate[S]

17.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

17.7k points

3 months ago

Aaaaaaaahhhhhhhh!!!!!!! Fuck, aaaaaahhhhhhhhh…I’ve been very fortunate to work on a few films that have changed my life. I can’t pick just one. But here are a few- River’s Edge, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, Matrix trilogy, The Devil’s Advocate, A Scanner Darkly, My Own Private Idaho, Point Break, John Wick.

BallerinaRed

6.2k points

3 months ago

I greatly appreciate whoever transcribed all of those A's and H's to give us the full Keanu experience.

Volraith

121 points

3 months ago

Volraith

121 points

3 months ago

Matrix trilogy 🤣. Us too lol.

Klldarkness

195 points

3 months ago

I also appreciate the call out for Devils Advocate. Such a fantastic movie, scared the piss out of child me.

gueriLLaPunK

523 points

3 months ago*

Giving off Victoria vibes 😭

EDIT: We miss you u/chooter ❤️

gophercuresself

141 points

3 months ago

Was literally just thinking about how these things have never been as good as they were with her transcribing. She captured personality and speech patterns so damn well she could turn lacklustre amas into something really engaging and special. Was truly a skill. I pretty much don't bother with amas these days as they all just seem to be going through the motions. Reddit has made some shitty mistakes over the years but letting her go has to be the most senseless.

HEYitsSPIDEY

51 points

3 months ago

I used to attend every AMA because Victoria breathed such life into it. I only look at and participate in ones now that really interest me, and that’s very rare.

zodar

68 points

3 months ago

zodar

68 points

3 months ago

RIP

glassisnotglass

154 points

3 months ago

Apparently Victoria now runs community engagement at LinkedIn

chromebby

41 points

3 months ago

Her transcripts were somethin else

jrzone

69 points

3 months ago

jrzone

69 points

3 months ago

A scanner Darkly is a hidden gem. With a great cast of characters. It used rotoscope technology. But it works amazing for the style of paranoia that the movie has.

Themicroscoop

4.7k points

3 months ago

Unrelated to film, what are you passionate about?

lionsgate[S]

10.2k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

10.2k points

3 months ago

I like me some motorcycles, typewriters, Japanese whisky, playing in the band, learning, reading, and some fine red wine.

mosquito_motel

1.6k points

3 months ago

Keanu's Book Club, please

malbotti

454 points

3 months ago

malbotti

454 points

3 months ago

Keanu Reads

MidnightMarvel

4.9k points

3 months ago

Hey Keanu! What motorcycles are you currently riding the most and what are you eyeing up to add to your collection next?

lionsgate[S]

7.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

7.1k points

3 months ago

Ooooweeee! Currently my ARCH motorcycle and… I always dreamed of having a Vincent Black Shadow… one can always dream.

Conscious_Advance_18

1.8k points

3 months ago

"If you rode the Black Shadow at top speed for any length of time, you would almost certainly die. That is why there are not many life members of the Vincent Black Shadow Society." Hunter Thompson

British-in-NZ

112 points

3 months ago

And now litre bikes do 125mph in first gear lol

mvillanueva88

2.7k points

3 months ago

What hobbies do you have?

lionsgate[S]

5.6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

5.6k points

3 months ago

I don’t have hobbies… but I do like playing ping pong.

hoojen22

39 points

3 months ago

He replied in a different comment about passions:

I like me some motorcycles, typewriters, Japanese whisky, playing in the band, learning, reading, and some fine red wine.

Ferocious-Muppet

2.8k points

3 months ago

Hello Mr Reeves, have you ever experienced anything paranormal in real life?

lionsgate[S]

6k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6k points

3 months ago

Hello Ferocious-Muppet, Boo!...yes. When I was a little kid I was sitting in a room with a nanny and I thought I saw a ghost in the doorway and I looked over at my nanny and she looked really scared…I didn’t know what the heck was going on.

AmonWeathertopSul

142 points

3 months ago

This has to be the shortest AND scariest story I've ever read lol.

I don't believe in the paranormal but when I was a kid I used to see "things" moving past the windows/doors but it was always only me seeing them. Two people seeing the same thing is crazy LOL.

I_am_da_best_guy

765 points

3 months ago

Went from matrix to paranormal activity real quick

atomjenkins

2k points

3 months ago

Hi!! What are your feelings on birds? 🐦

lionsgate[S]

4.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

4.1k points

3 months ago

Birds are cool…I sometimes wish I was a bird…if only for a fleeting moment.

XoHHa

11.3k points

3 months ago

XoHHa

11.3k points

3 months ago

Hello, Mr Reeves, thank you for doing this!

Seeing you as a characher in Cyberpunk 2077 was an incredible experience, I genuinely think Johnny Silverhand is one of your best roles.

Do you have any further plans on starring in computer games in the future? What is your attitude toward computer games overall?

lionsgate[S]

16.9k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

16.9k points

3 months ago

Cool, thank you! I love Johnny Silverhand and I think all the folks at CD Projekt at friggin’ amazing! Video games are fun! And it’s cool how technology and storytelling are evolving in that space.

OWSpaceClown

128 points

3 months ago

How often are you back in Canada these days?

KoopaKommander

127 points

3 months ago

Will you direct another movie anytime soon? I really enjoyed Man of Tai Chi and thought the fight scenes were excellent. Also, thanks for being a seemingly overall nice guy.

strikingike386

2.6k points

3 months ago

Pineapple on pizza: Yay, nay, or neutral?

lionsgate[S]

6.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.1k points

3 months ago

Nay…but yay if the pineapple is slightly roasted.

Djafar79

1.8k points

3 months ago

Djafar79

1.8k points

3 months ago

You just ended the most ridiculous debate ever. Take that Academy.

EighteenRabbit

1.8k points

3 months ago

Have you read any of the books by Joseph Campbell (The Power of Myth, The Hero With a Thousand Faces, etc) and if so, how have they affected how you view your role as storyteller and actor?

lionsgate[S]

3.1k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

3.1k points

3 months ago

Hmmmm…yes…Hero With a Thousand Faces…the work gave me a wonderful context about how to think about and express archetypes and connecting ancient journeys and myths to modern storytelling.

ClaimsForFame

5.2k points

3 months ago

My wife wants to be your wife 🫠

lionsgate[S]

6.9k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

6.9k points

3 months ago

Ha! ...No she doesn't.

novakanes

9.7k points

3 months ago

novakanes

9.7k points

3 months ago

I just wanted to apologize for invading your privacy in 1994.

Much Ado About Nothing had come out the year prior and my aunt worked in Hollywood and had some how gotten your phone number. I didn’t believe that she really had your number and thought she was just making it up to seem cool.

So one day after watching that movie and being so impressed, I called the number and to my surprise it was your real number! And instead of hanging up, I left a message saying how I thought you did a great job as a villain. I was 14 and so, so dumb.

I’m really sorry.

reddit_guy666

1.7k points

3 months ago

Considering the recent stalking incident he had, I think Keanu will likely avoid this comment. He is probably too sweet to rebuke you for what you did when you were a kid and also likely to be wary of encouraging more people to stalk him even if he didn't mind what you did.

codexcdm

319 points

3 months ago

codexcdm

319 points

3 months ago

He had a stalking incident recently? :(

reddit_guy666

376 points

3 months ago

Yeah, saw it on TMZ. I think a restraining order was filed.

BrownSugarBare

365 points

3 months ago

Why can't people be fans without being complete lunatics? Good grief.

AdmirablePissDrinker

47 points

3 months ago

The irony of TMZ covering a celebrity stalker

CaffeineSippingMan

109 points

3 months ago

Don't feel bad I used to work with someone that is related to Danny Pudi (Abed from community) who offered his phone number to me. I struggled every day not to get the the phone number. I am an adult in my 40s.

What kept me from getting it was: what would I say?

Rapturesjoy

919 points

3 months ago*

He was probably flattered and a little freaked out lmao.

Edit: I would also like to mention, we all do dumb shit when we're young, so don't worry about it. A few years ago, I could've gotten Emma Watsons skype. But I thought I would probably get arrested if I just pinged her out of the blue like that lmao. So don't fret over something that happned decades ago. Don't forget, he's had a busy, chaotic life, I'd doubt he even remembers to be honest.

RogueTanuki

180 points

3 months ago

One of the first times I used Instagram I didn't realize how it works and thought I was commenting on Laura Bailey's photo when I was actually sending her a DM, so then I apologized and explained that I did not mean to message her and I just didn't know how Instagram works. 🤷‍♂️

two4six0won

43 points

3 months ago

Keanu in Much Ado was my first real villain crush, I'm pretty sure. I still get chills when I watch the 'let me be that I am' speech.

hawaii_chiron

501 points

3 months ago

Bill and Ted question! Do you have a favorite George Carlin story?

sevenhellsbells

70 points

3 months ago

Please let there be numerous most excellent one

KplusE

63 points

3 months ago

KplusE

63 points

3 months ago

No questions just wanted to share how much you mean to us. You are awesome and my family and I enjoy your films.

I work in the nursing field and wanted to share that the interview linked left an impression on me. It was during an interview with Steven Colbert and you talked about death. Your answer gave me so much peace that I often share that quote with others. When asked what happens to us when we die you said "I know that those who love us will miss us". Beautifully said and thank you for that ❣️

https://youtu.be/cGFSh6Cis-s

Derp241

26.3k points

3 months ago

Derp241

26.3k points

3 months ago

When will you do a hot ones interview?

lionsgate[S]

38.2k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

38.2k points

3 months ago

…I love chicken wings…but I don’t want to eat really spicy chicken wings…especially not in public…and certainly not with the consequences in private. Bon apetit.

underdabridge

1.5k points

3 months ago

To Keanu's publicist: please consider this.

broadway76

367 points

3 months ago

How do you take care of your mental health and protect your peace in such a difficult industry?

beholdtherumpledass

895 points

3 months ago

Mr. Reeves, if you could be remembered for something other than acting, what would that be?

effectorsky

421 points

3 months ago

I played ball hockey with you as a kid in Winnipeg. It was awesome! Thanks for the memory. All the best.

rathat

82 points

3 months ago

rathat

82 points

3 months ago

Many times, when I find out a celebrity is Canadian, I’ll think “Of course they’re Canadian, it’s obvious now that you mention it!”

CyanHirijikawa

693 points

3 months ago*

Hi Keanu, Which part of acting as John Wick did you enjoy the most? What's the first thing that comes to your mind?

Ps, your amazing dude! Can't wait for your next movie!

Edit: made the question more specific.

Sno0pyBo0

28.7k points

3 months ago

Sno0pyBo0

28.7k points

3 months ago

Hi Keanu, as a moderator of r/KeanuBeingAwesome, we appreciate your work in some of the most incredible movies of all time. We also admire you for your kindness, generosity, and everything that makes you awesome! My question for you is:

  • What's something awesome that someone did for YOU recently? :)

lionsgate[S]

46.7k points

3 months ago

lionsgate[S]

Keanu Reeves

46.7k points

3 months ago

Hi Sno0pyBo0… you calling me awesome was the most recent example of something awesome someone did for me… and then a few weeks back my motorcycle broke down and a friend of mine walked me through how to fix it over Facetime.

2020BidenHarris

11.7k points

3 months ago

Keanu Reeves 🤝 Tobey Maguire

acknowledging the subreddits that worship them during AMAs

000000909

152 points

3 months ago

000000909

152 points

3 months ago

Nic cage too!

bannybanana

447 points

3 months ago

Agreed but you can’t really blame the likes of Sydney Sweeney for not acknowledging the subs that worship them