The latest installment ofCelebrity Gogglebox, a special edition raising funds for Stand Up To Cancer, delivered the usual mix of laughter and heartfelt reactions. Among the star-studded cast – including David and Georgia Tennant, Josh Hartnett, and Kieran Culkin – it was a moment with Gogglebox favorites Giles and Mary that truly captivated, and baffled, viewers.
As the classic filmThe Sound of Musicgraced the screen, a wave of emotion washed over Mary. Tears welled in her eyes as the opening scenes unfolded, prompting a tender moment of comfort from Giles.
“This is my favourite film of all time, Nutty,” she confessed, her voice thick with feeling. “It reminds me of when people were nice. You remember when the average person was really nice? They’re all watching video nasties now.”
The comment sparked a flurry of reactions online. Viewers were quick to point out the irony of finding a nostalgic vision of kindness in a film centered around the rise of Nazism in Austria and a family’s desperate escape.
“Mary in tears on Gogglebox. ‘The Sound of Music reminds me of a time when people were nice.’ It’s literally about Nazis,” one viewer posted. Others echoed the sentiment, highlighting the film’s historical context and the inherent darkness of the era depicted.
However, not everyone saw the comment as misplaced. Some viewers resonated with Mary’s emotional response, acknowledging the film’s enduring power to evoke feelings of warmth and simpler times.
“I’m with Mary on this,” one fan shared. “Just thinking aboutThe Sound Of Musicsets me off.” Another simply stated, “Mary bursting into tears just at the thought ofThe Sound Of Music, she’s so real for that.”
Beyond Mary’s poignant reaction, the episode offered a diverse range of entertainment, from challenging questions on game shows to heartfelt stories connected to the cause. Nick Mohammed’s unexpected comparison of Christopher Plummer to David Cameron also provided a moment of levity.
TheCelebrity Goggleboxspecial proved to be a compelling blend of entertainment and empathy, reminding viewers of the power of shared experiences and the importance of supporting vital causes.
