It's a tough job, being a cop in a city where literally everyone looks the exact same

Damn Joel, you don't look like you've aged a bit since you filmed this almost 100 years ago.

its easy to see why keely gets preferential treatment. he's clearly the most handsome guy in town.

I like how the classics hold up. This was my grandma's favorite movie up until she passed away. Rest in peace Nana

This is what happens if you distill every detective movie from the 50s into 7 minutes of pure storytelling without a single wasted frame, but then UKposts forces you to cut the 20-second slow zoom on the penis.

"Now, her physical description would match just about any Tom Dick and Harry in this city." Considering everybody is Joel, this is an especially funny line.

3:53 the delivery on "ok jeez, what the fuck, okay" made me genuinely laugh so hard. love your inflections, they add so much to your comedy

This is like a fever dream lol Also I have never grown to hate a character more in such a short time frame as I did Keely. I was actually legitimately shocked at how visceral and angry my reaction was to a character in a 6 minute comedy sketch with such a ridiculous premise. I had a physical urge to yell shut up alongside the other detective, can honestly say I never wanted to yell at a fictional character to shut up before lol. You somehow managed to condense a whole movie's worth of hate in like 30 seconds. Even before he stole the credit I was almost getting worked up over how much I hated him. Can't say I've ever had a piece of media induce such a strong and vitriolic emotion before and the absurdity of that reaction is amplified by the fact that it's not even a piece of media meant to be taken seriously. All in all this is an amazing piece of content. Media is meant to, amongst other things, invoke emotions and provoke thoughts and your content has always been excellent at that in a wide range of ways.

Ah, the world-weary cop who’s sacrificed everything for justice. His kidneys, his faith in humanity, and his sacred bathroom dignity.

It's really cool we get so see Joel's origin story!

The entire cast deserves a raise. (Don't stop making these, they are amazing)

Good job sticking to your guns, Joel. I think The Case of the East Side Killer will be appreciated and enjoyed by many of your regular viewers, along with many others that aren’t already, that enjoy great cinematography and acting. I’d say this deserves an Insaneo style out of 10.

We all knew Keeley was going to pull through. Well done!

It’s like looking into an alternate dimension where there wasn’t a Hays Code and noir movies went off the rails.

Keely is such a role model, pleasuring his wife with great detail, putting the rookie in his place AND finding the killer, what a god among men

Joel's film effect is so perfect. There's modern movies that try to get the look, but they fail while Joel's is perfect

Your ability to make an entire ensemble cast out of yourself is truly phenomenal. Loved it ❤️

I love how Joel tells a story entertainingly with just tight shots of his face

Man I took a “Films of Alfred Hitchcock” class in college, this is basically spot on how I remember it all being pretty much.

This was, a fucking trip. The acting, the atmosphere, the way Joel is able to dominate the stage. The highs and lows, the heart gripping suspense that Hollywood wishes they could convey. A true masterpiece of this generation, phenomenal work 10/10

Joel, you did well to make the perfect unlikable character in the form of Keeley I mean I'm serious you've perfectly tailored him to be the worst human being of all time, and somehow made everything about his character something I specifically hate to see in people. I honestly would not hesitate to punch Keeley in the nose if I met him on the street, cop or not. Well done

Love how clearly the plot was set up here to have the rookie prove Keeley and the Chief wrong and then the ending just completely pulled the rug out and made the entire story pointless, with no satisfying ending in sight.

This was an incredible emulsion of humor, cringe, and drama, and it made me feel both amusement as well as righteous indignation. Thank you!!

I was confused. Disgusted. Afraid. I laughed, and I cried. Yup, an instant Joel Haver classic short film.

I love love love how quickly the barkeep got on board. Love this content just like I enjoy the "popular" stuff. It's all Joel

The east bay killer is still a foot? Must be pretty easy to spot. Not many feet people left these days.

Somehow you make a 7 min video feel like a full feature film. Complete with character arc, villain and the pay off. Outstanding

The atmosphere in this video is so good! I mean, the background music and indistinct chatter, and the backdrop really tie everything together. Moreover, there's intrigue, comedy, drama, betrayal, and sadness. Joel, I don't know how you do it, but somehow you found a whole cast of actors that made the story come alive.

Another banger. I love how Joel uses these close up shots. I think that mixed with the filter allowed my brain to build the rest of the world outside the frame allowing to me get much more immersed in the story. Even with no budget Joel can tell a riveting story that won't let you look away

Really the rookie is being punished karmically for abandoning his morals. He knew it wasn't right to go around checking the penises of every guy slippin on his words but he stooped to that level anyway. He didn't do it for justice either, I think he was motivated by a petty desire to show up Keeley. I love how in such a short time you were able to create such a grey character, but manipulate the viewer by making him the underdog and framing the story from his perspective. Great vid :)

I love the joke that the description of the killer could match anyone in town, and it's because everyone is played by Joel.

Honestly your ability to recreate the old film style is unmatched. Another classic.

this was one of the most frustrating videos I’ve ever watched, great job!

This was great. My favorite part was when the bartender was so weirded out when the rookie was asking about the suspect and then was totally okay with it once he said he was a cop. Thought the chief and keeley were going to start making out at the end LOL

The part about making a gangster seem questionable and unique by having a stutter as a movie trope just hit me so hard lmao

Been loving this one! The thing I absolutely adore about these old school film style stuff is that you really put a lot of effort into making a sort of “haze” where the subjects are softer. The shadows blend more. It’s a really cool stylistic choice that a lot of people understate when they watch your content. Keep up the great work!

I genuinely felt so bad for the rookie.

Let's all agree that Joel is a comedic genius.

I absolutely love the lofi transitions, like they were immediate but somehow you articulated what you wanted. Such a quirky fun video!

As someone from the East Bay, this is just the representation we needed. Thank you Joel

Joel, this one is absolutely incredible. You're not a content creator. You're an artist. Keep doing what you do.

I appreciate the use of true celluloid film and the use of kubricks original film equipment for this one sketch.

love that the description is that he basically looks like everyone.

I laughed, I cried, and after everything, I think I even learned something about myself.

It’s great to see an ideal cop like Keely do it all! He solved the case and got back home to his wife too. Rookie could learn a thing or two from him.

The chemistry and dynamics you’ve created with only yourself as a cast is jaw dropping and the humor is on point as always… for me why it works so well Is because you’ve technically created something that is close enough to the look and feel of a classic film that we accept it for 6 minutes, but the over the top story and humor is something we would never see from film in that era. A testament to your writing and editing skills. This is gonna be a weird comparison but it’s like seeing Bob saget do dirty standup , or when my dad used to do Disney character voices and make them say dirty shit to make me laugh. There’s an expectation that is subverted and eventually met in a way you wouldn’t expect (the killer is found but a hidden love between the cops is revealed) and it all still advances the plot in a way that isn’t like “plotty” it’s based on emotions and the why of the plot makes sense in a bizarro world kinda way…bravo champ (Bill Hader does a great Working it out podcast episode where he talks about his journey from short form comedy to more long form art in “Barry,” I think you’d enjoy that if you haven’t listened already)

Amazing stuff as always! Absolutely love the piano concerto at the end, it’s beautiful and fits perfectly!

One of your best in a while. It's the genuinely good quality acting combined with the ridiculous premise that sells it.

The audio mix sounds so uncannily accurate, it's my favourite part of these old-timey pastiches.

When keeley came in the room saying that "he did it", i thought he was confessing to be the east bay killer, just so that the main guy would have a failed case, making him wrong. (just my own alternate ending, loved how u ended it though!)

So much about this was amazing, especially the little audio subtleties like in the bar with different characters talking in different locations off camera. So slick, so good!

I love the fact that Joel's obsessed with Rachmaninoff piano concerto no. 2, it's just perfect as a soundtrack for any old film

All I know is I wanna meet all of Joel's friends, they're all such good actors in this short film. Kinda weird how they all sorta look like JOel, must be that Movie-Magic I keep hearing so much about.

This was unironically one of the best films I've seen in a while

This was a beautiful experience and I thank you for this and all you have created Joel, from the bottom of my heart ❤️

This was a real rollercoaster, and I loved every second. Thank you Joel for your beautiful brain that comes up with this amazing content for us rookies 🕵️‍♂️

We always knew Keely could do it

You got me too good with "Oh you're a cop, now all that makes sense."

This is my favorite old movie style sketch, I'm even going to risk being disowned to show it to my family. Great job Joel!

What a rollercoaster! Riveting. Justice achieved but at what cost? My heart goes out to the rookie just doing his job with no love from the captain. Service.

The acting’s better than the other classical films on this one. This could actually fit into a comedic classical film fairly well

This was actually extremely tense and stressful in the second act. And then in the third act, i thought he was gonna finally get the respect of his peers. But it turns out Keely is a huge dick (and probably a crooked cop who knows). Genuinely Joel, great short. I dont usually hope for sequels, but this one deserves one.

Genuinely so good, thanks for the community announcement Joel!

This community is awesome, Joel. Posted an info and you went from 8k to 125k it's wholesome. You're always giving me a smile, bro. I would hug you man. You deserve so much more subs. I wish you the best.

Came from your community post knowing this was one of your favorites, and watching it through that lens was extra special because it really is such a good short! You are so talented at making an atmosphere and a whole cast out of yourself, I love the creativity here Joel

The eyecontact at the urinal cracked me up, that was too perfect!

I love the lighting in this. Great job!

This was absolutely brilliant man, great job. Thank you for the videos you make

This is tanking because UKposts didn't even let most of know you posted it! I have notifications on too! Hilarious as always, Joel, and I'm so sorry to learn about your dad. I never had a dad so I'm glad to hear that good ones do exist out there. Frankly I'm shocked UKposts didn't completely immediately demonetize you for having "killer" in the title. It's possibly why they aren't promoting it. I think UKposts has lost its damn mind these past few years...

“Oh you’re a cop, now all that makes sense” 😆 lost my coffee on that one

Thanks for uploading this. It's amazing

This is very well written skit. I think it is actually level above your usual stuff. Really enjoyed this one!

Truly an emotional rollercoaster. Waiting to see this win an Oscar

Joel, just want to say that I appreciate the fact that you come up with top notch sketches every week, in a youtube landscape that does not accommodate sketch comedy like it used to. That's something you should be very proud of. Thanks for all the laughs!

This is easily my favorite video you have made in so long, its perfect!

Phenomenal work, as always!

Just like Cast Away made me care about a volleyball, you made me care about a rookie cop (played by you) and hate the other one (also played by you). Genuinely well done.

The diversity in the casting is amazing

Something about this one took it up a notch for me, there's something a little extra from you coming through here and I'm lovin' it. Really liked the use of the half-light in so many of the shots too. It was really funny, I know it's not a serious film, but I found myself getting invested like it was at times!! :D

Thank you so much. I needed this today.

This is really good acting, specially when I got very annoyed with Keeley coming at the scene stealing the rookie's credits lol

This is genuinely one of my favorites from you so far Joel. Great work detective!

This is one of my favourite things you've done, nice job mate, loved it!

I loved the style of this! The sound design and filters and close up shots actually made this an immersive film noire private eye film! It was hilarious as all your improv is, but also genuinely felt like an installment in this genre!

Can't believe they turned L.A noire into a movie, didn't think it was that popular

A r-real dragnet! I was on t-the edge of m-my seat the whole time, an-and t-that’s not at all r-related to the ce-cent-sized burn mark on my mem-member!

Great work man. Seriously, I really admire your creativity.

Utterly inspirational as always Joel, seeing your films makes me want to make my own

Rachmaninov was a nice touch for the end, very moving, I'm glad those two can admit their feelings for each other.

Yes!!!!! I’ve always loved your old movie parodies their personally my favorite videos

loved this!! discovering your channel has been such a great experience for me. your content is the most original stuff I’ve ever seen on youtube. looking forward to your next upload Joel !

This was awesome I hope to see more of it. Thanks for making it.

I love your old movie spoofs. They are always spot on

I still think about the tutorial video you did for this filter. 🙂 Memories. Great work, Joel! ❤️

I love the styling on this video! The old time-y movie parodies are so well executed. Great work, Joel!

I appreciate the longer format

Joel, how did you replicate the style and overexposure on these shots? Even the backgrounds just being those pictures replicate the movies from this era so well! Please let me know!!! :)

Oh shoot, they’re gonna come after me

I'm here from your post. Keep it up! You're one of my favorite content creators.

Hey Joel sorry I missed the video. Glad you posted and brought it to my attention this is one I would have regretted missing for sure :)