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paychickAug 30, 2021

3 hours of boring. Clearly a vaniety project for Tarantino. Watched the first hour and got distracted. Some time went by when I looked up and realized I had missed nothing. Turned it off.

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DeathloopAug 30, 2021

Pretty boring flick with any interesting scenes being few and far between. The final scene felt gratuitous as some way to stick it to the Manson family for daring to strike against the Hollywood elite.

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zNeverSleepingDec 31, 2019

Esse filme é mais uma das provas de que poucos entendem de cinema quanto Tarantino.

O roteiro trabalha muito bem todos os personagens envolvidos e cria um clímax de tirar o folego. A cena do Brad Pitt visitando o colega e a própria cenaEsse filme é mais uma das provas de que poucos entendem de cinema quanto Tarantino.

O roteiro trabalha muito bem todos os personagens envolvidos e cria um clímax de tirar o folego. A cena do Brad Pitt visitando o colega e a própria cena final são extraordinariamente ilarias de um modo que só vemos no filme desse cineasta. Leonardo Dicaprio estava excelente e Al Pacino entrou tanto no personagem que só fui descobrir quem ele estava interpretando lá para final do filme - sério.… Expand

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elolugoFeb 18, 2020

Boring movie. Save yourself 2.7 hours of your life. It is a movie made by hollywood for hollywood

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DiptanshuJan 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Until the last act it was like a different movie!at last act it was tarantino signature!Awesome screenplay beautiful old day's Hollywood Vibe as per cinematography and one thing is permanent about sir tarentino about the soundtracks it was Great Comedy was upto the point!At last the movie was awesome even considering its running time it never felt too much strechted.The last act was enough to give such complete ending,there were flaws But no to worry about.performances was Great!A must Watch!… Expand

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luciferaSep 22, 2019

Tarantino has completely lost the idea that movies need story and character arcs.

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IroriehDec 15, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great film I slept on for far too long. Once Upon A Time In Hollywood is a brilliant window into the dying days of Hollywood's golden age, pontificated by a washed up actor desperately chasing his fading glory, his stunt double, excommunicated by scandal over his involvement in his wife's death.

The film feels at times like it could be real, based on a real story and real people, before taking turns towards the absurd, the fairy tale suggested in the films title. It's central narrative is less a concrete story and more a struggle. Dalton's feeble struggle to remain a star. His inane hope that he might just happen to cross his neighbour, Roman Polanski, his insistence on remaining in Hollywood, in a house he can only just afford because it means he remains in Hollywood just a little longer.

The films portrayals of real individuals has been criticised, but one thing to remember is the nature of the film. It's an exaggeration. Purely embracing the absurdity of Hollywood. Bruce Lee, the Manson family, they're all taken to a point of absurdity here in keeping with the nature of the film.

The film ends with the foiling of the Tate murder, in very a Tarantino-esque fairy tale ending. With this, Dalton's career, which had been on the cusp of ending, seems to be saved when he is invited by Tate to join them at Polanski's house for a drink, achieving the goal he had sought throughout the film, leaving the film to close with a spark for Dalton's dying career. And that's that, a Hollywood fairy tale, with all the drama, dilemma, drug use, inflated egos, and action you'd expect. It's not Tarantino's greatest film, but it is a great, character driven journey into a fading era of Hollywood's past.… Expand

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WhiteWolf_1984Dec 14, 2019

I think this is Tarantino's worst movie as director. It's an alright buddy comedy movie, an above average one but for Quentin, it's not very good. The movie focuses mainly on the friendship between Rick and Cliff (DiCaprio and Pitt). TheI think this is Tarantino's worst movie as director. It's an alright buddy comedy movie, an above average one but for Quentin, it's not very good. The movie focuses mainly on the friendship between Rick and Cliff (DiCaprio and Pitt). The friendship though felt awkward and kind of unnatural, Cliff was nothing more than Rick's unpaid chaperone while also being his personal stuntman. Their relationship seemed forced and just as a side effect of their jobs (and plot), not because they really liked each other. It spoilt my immersion into their scenes together and my interest in them as characters. When they aren't together but doing things alone the movie is better and the funny scenarios they get caught up in are amusing but not hilarious moments like in Inglorious and Pulp Fiction. I chuckled a lot but hardly laughed out loud. The big finale is more wtf and exciting than a belly laugh. The dialogue in sharp and gets your attention with wit but the story doesn't really go anywhere. I get Tarantino likes to break up his movies making them non-linear but ultimately every scene compliments the narrative and builds up to a logical conclusion. However, Once Upon... is just a collection of unique moments which our protagonists find themselves in, which although reasonably enjoyable, don't add barely anything to the narrative for much of the runtime. The last third of the movie is much better and meaningful which just is a bit frustrating because if the film was more cohesive like the final third, I personally would have liked it a lot more than i did. Ricks journey gets interesting 90 minutes in and Cliff gets a worthwhile plot. The finale is entertaining but the ending is a let down, it's like they go through a big event and just forget about it like nothing happened, The End. The movie wastes a lot of time on Sharon (Robbie) whose scenes are dull and just feel like filler. They don't go anywhere and eventually here character is just forgotten about. It felt like a tribute to the real Sharon Tate which is probably the case if you know what happened to her in 1969 but apart from being a tribute and a nod to the past, her scenes just feel unnecessary. This movie had real potential and just fell flat, all the cool 1960's Hollywood back drop and nostalgia wasted for a mediocre comedy. I think Tarantino films are more about imagery, quirky characters and honouring classic movies than about telling a gripping story and grabbing your attention these days.… Expand

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bradens584Apr 4, 2020

It’s far from Tarantino’s best, but Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is still a great film. Set during the time of the Manson Family murders, Leonardo DiCaprio plays a once popular actor, Rick Dalton, who has begun to fade into obscurity. BradIt’s far from Tarantino’s best, but Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is still a great film. Set during the time of the Manson Family murders, Leonardo DiCaprio plays a once popular actor, Rick Dalton, who has begun to fade into obscurity. Brad Pitt plays his long time stunt double, Cliff Booth, and Margot Robbie does a good job playing Sharon Tate. DiCaprio’s amazing performance really carries the movie, along with Tarantino’s brilliant writing and trademark gore.… Expand

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lilbirdc101Apr 23, 2020

Gets Really good at the end. Slow movie like it's not going anywhere but hang in it's get somewhere very interesting .enjoyed it .

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JstretchJun 22, 2020

i think that is a underrated movie, some people saw it thinking was going to be a movie with more action, but they forget that tarantino also makes a long dialogues and character development

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Abso_lute1Jul 17, 2021

A entertaining, thrilling, and humorous piece of cinema that has memorable characters and a well crafted story.

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RONIcklesJul 1, 2021

The story is excellent…vintage QT. But it’s truly Brad Pitt’s film. I mean, he should just sign over his movie check to the director for making him look this good. Quentin is back with a masterpiece. I almost gave up hope after his last fewThe story is excellent…vintage QT. But it’s truly Brad Pitt’s film. I mean, he should just sign over his movie check to the director for making him look this good. Quentin is back with a masterpiece. I almost gave up hope after his last few films. I'm going to go back for a second viewing, but this may be his best all round film. The Pitt & Dicaprio relationship was oscar worthy.… Expand

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ZachpacAug 30, 2021

Pitt and DiCaprio at their best performances. A classic blood-soaked, entertaining, exhilarating Tarantino ending. Characters such as Rick and Cliff (Their friendship in this film made me begging for more!) are amazing and quite likeable. IPitt and DiCaprio at their best performances. A classic blood-soaked, entertaining, exhilarating Tarantino ending. Characters such as Rick and Cliff (Their friendship in this film made me begging for more!) are amazing and quite likeable. I didn't really like Margot Robbie's portrayal of Sharon Tate.

Overall, this film is hands down is my #1 film of all time. This movie has a lotta charm and (Hollywood) magic.… Expand

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NickTheCritickNov 3, 2021

This is the worst Tarantino's movie. I didn't expect one of my all time favourite directors to shot such a bad movie. The first 3/4 of the movie feel way overlong and nothing, really nothing happens. It seems to be a Dicaprio-Pitt show andThis is the worst Tarantino's movie. I didn't expect one of my all time favourite directors to shot such a bad movie. The first 3/4 of the movie feel way overlong and nothing, really nothing happens. It seems to be a Dicaprio-Pitt show and even when the movies tries to be funny doesn't succeed in its intent (for example the Bruce Lee scene that feels almost disrespectful) and then seems like Tarantino is trying to put everything into the last 20 minutes of the movie which turns out to be confusing and messy. The lide that cinema could subvert the course of history (even if we already saw it in "inglorious basterds") could be original but the execution was not Tarantino's best. And it's an euphemism.… Expand

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Horst_BreadburnDec 9, 2021

The best Tarantino ever, like every Tarantino.
This is the masterpiece of stretching a story to the max and you wish it could have lasted hours more.
The acting is great, the story dense and the mood convincing. If you like Scorsese and LeoneThe best Tarantino ever, like every Tarantino.
This is the masterpiece of stretching a story to the max and you wish it could have lasted hours more.
The acting is great, the story dense and the mood convincing.
If you like Scorsese and Leone go for it.
If you think the Captain America movies are worthy movies better leave it.… Expand

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VincentLikesMovJul 27, 2019

Tarantino delivers his most immersive film yet. The world building is something that is truly commendable. Tarantino expertly plays with your emotions in a way that makes it almost impossible to be able to predict what is going to happen next.

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dpreasmyer23Jul 27, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funny, charming, and even a little nostalgic. Best film of the year so far and Brad Pitt’s performance is Oscar worthy.… Expand

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WestenderJul 30, 2019

I really enjoyed the film. definitely in his top 3 in my books. it has it all - laughs, drama, emotion, beautiful cinematography, suspense, and of course some gratuitous violence! no one else makes movies like this.

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IxidorsdreamsJul 27, 2019

Who gave this rating less than a 10 and actually likes film/cinema or the rich history of it?

This IS THE BEST FILM of any that I have seen since Collateral or The Departed. This is going to be watched fifty years from now the way a SpaceWho gave this rating less than a 10 and actually likes film/cinema or the rich history of it?

This IS THE BEST FILM of any that I have seen since Collateral or The Departed. This is going to be watched fifty years from now the way a Space Oddessy is still watched today.

**** Bravo Quentin… Expand

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YeetusMcGeetusJul 29, 2019

One of Tarantino's best. This is a masterpiece of film from a master filmmaker. Great performances. Gripping scenes. A deep, thought-provoking story, and a hugely satisfying ending make this movie one I can't wait to see a second time!

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Emmet45Aug 21, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Horrific revenge fantasy posing as a comedy drama. This takes away from the horrible events of a horrific act perpetrated by truly disturbed people. I have watched Tarantino movies for a long time now but this is disturbing wish fulfillment that I feel should not have been made.… Expand

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mixoticJul 31, 2019

I really enjoyed this ride through 1969 Hollywood. This is a love letter to film and entertainment from a different era, with all the over acting and jump cuts one one would expect to see. I found myself laughing out loud many many times, andI really enjoyed this ride through 1969 Hollywood. This is a love letter to film and entertainment from a different era, with all the over acting and jump cuts one one would expect to see. I found myself laughing out loud many many times, and the acting is of course delightful. The buddy-buddy relationship between DiCaprio and Pitt is both adorable and heartbreaking. I found the pacing to be excellent for a movie that's 2:45 long (although I did need a quick bathroom break!). It's amazing how many quintessential Tarantino moments there are to take in, while not being over the top (dare I say absurd?) in the way that Django or Kill Bill are. An amazing look at a classic era in America, through a very specific lens.… Expand

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DerekReideJul 25, 2019

'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' is one of those films that'll keep you talking about it for a long time. It surely is a look into the past and a love letter to Hollywood in the late 1960s. With a cast headed by stellar actors, nostalgic'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' is one of those films that'll keep you talking about it for a long time. It surely is a look into the past and a love letter to Hollywood in the late 1960s. With a cast headed by stellar actors, nostalgic production design, and, of course, the usual quippy Tarantino dialogue, this film makes for one of Quentin's best for sure.… Expand

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kirkenderAug 29, 2019

If Tarantino ever had any skill, it has long disappeared. Hollywood is boring, tedious, arrogant, simple, misguided, and catering to dark web incel types. The "Once Upon a Time" tradition deserves better. He should have ended his haplessIf Tarantino ever had any skill, it has long disappeared. Hollywood is boring, tedious, arrogant, simple, misguided, and catering to dark web incel types. The "Once Upon a Time" tradition deserves better. He should have ended his hapless copy/pasting film career after Jackie Brown.… Expand

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Aman2201Aug 19, 2019

Nothing special tbh. The last 25 minutes was the only real entertaining part, the rest of the movie just dragged. I hope they didn't pay Margot Robbie much because she literally did fa throughout the movie, she may as well have not even been in it.

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carabethJul 28, 2019

If you LOVE Tarantino, and you want to watch two of the best actors today, run don't walk.

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BibliographerJul 28, 2019

One of the best films of the year and of Tarantino's career. This is a valentine to Hollywood, to the western genre and to the power of storytelling. There’s a lot to disagree with, even while appreciating the viewpoint, and digging theOne of the best films of the year and of Tarantino's career. This is a valentine to Hollywood, to the western genre and to the power of storytelling. There’s a lot to disagree with, even while appreciating the viewpoint, and digging the layers. It’s a movie about movies, westerns, Hollywood, fairy tales, and America.… Expand

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RighterAug 25, 2019

Tedious and pointless. There's nothing here. It's a big, boring lump of hot air, but it's Tarantino so very few people are willing to tell you that the emperor is butt-naked. If you don't like it, they'll tell you you just didn't 'get it',Tedious and pointless. There's nothing here. It's a big, boring lump of hot air, but it's Tarantino so very few people are willing to tell you that the emperor is butt-naked. If you don't like it, they'll tell you you just didn't 'get it', but there's an offensive lack of anything 'to get'. This is what "Too Big To Fail" looks like in Hollywood. The movie's long, which wouldn't be a problem if it had anything to say, but it doesn't. It's got great actors, great cinematography, and a great soundtrack, and they're all lacking any interesting plot to service and are thus all wasted. Tarantino's always been a bit of a hit and miss director/writer, but even with his more mediocre movies, there have always been one or two wonderfully written scenes that make up for the fluff. This does not have any of that. This is fluff without any genius. I'd have given it even less than a 4 if it hadn't been for the aforementioned actors, cinematography, and music.… Expand

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ShepppySep 24, 2019

Can't believe so many people, critics complaining about changing history. It's Quentin Tarintinis fairy tale the answers in the title.. Once upon a time.... I loved it quentin put me in a cool car and let me drive around 60s Hollywood for aCan't believe so many people, critics complaining about changing history. It's Quentin Tarintinis fairy tale the answers in the title.. Once upon a time.... I loved it quentin put me in a cool car and let me drive around 60s Hollywood for a few hours. Have never been to the cinema 3 times to see a movie ever and would do it a fourth time if it was still showing. A master director at the top of his game. Fingers crossed for the 4 hr version comes out soon.… Expand

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AR95Sep 25, 2019

One of the best movies writtend and directed by Quentin Tarantino. A fairytale with humour, drama and top notch dialogues. I consider it on the same level of Pulp Fiction but the message and the writing make this movie a real work of art.

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Adam_DavidOct 7, 2019

This is one of Quentin Tarantino's best films. He captures the essence of the 60s so beautifully and mixes humor, sweetness, and violence so effortlessly. The last 15 minutes or so of the movie are the most satisfying of any movie I've seenThis is one of Quentin Tarantino's best films. He captures the essence of the 60s so beautifully and mixes humor, sweetness, and violence so effortlessly. The last 15 minutes or so of the movie are the most satisfying of any movie I've seen this year. Go check it out and be prepared to be blown away.… Expand

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sanyamthereviewJul 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brilliant is the word I will use for quentin Tarantino and this movie.... History changing done again.. Brilliant performances from Pitt and di caprio especially Pitt.… Expand

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superfieldsJul 27, 2019

Tarantino’s masterpiece! His best work in a long time. Pitt and Leonardo are dynamite and Margot Robbie gives a small but memorable performance.

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FranzHcriticJul 25, 2019

Usually I'm not into alternate timeline, revisionist history, but I can safely say, Tarantino does it best with his recipe of wit dialogue and a some Tarantino to give it an extra kick at the end of his violent yet entertaining meal. Brad andUsually I'm not into alternate timeline, revisionist history, but I can safely say, Tarantino does it best with his recipe of wit dialogue and a some Tarantino to give it an extra kick at the end of his violent yet entertaining meal. Brad and Leo are great as a dual lead, and even though I was born in the 90s, it makes me feel somehow nostalgic. It's better than 'Hateful Eight' 'Inglourious', and even 'Django'. To end it, Tarantino can still keep me enthralled and I hope this isn't his last movie.… Expand

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StevieGJDSep 12, 2019

I have enjoyed all of Tarantino's films, some certainly more than others. This is a really fun film. There are abundant references to TV shows from the late 50s through the 60s, both U.S. and foreign films of the era and another historyI have enjoyed all of Tarantino's films, some certainly more than others. This is a really fun film. There are abundant references to TV shows from the late 50s through the 60s, both U.S. and foreign films of the era and another history redux. There are some things that are fun or clever that do not make a great deal of sense. The attention to detail in making Hollywood look like it did in the 60s is great. Both Pitt and DeCaprio are well suited to their roles. DeCaprio, in particular, seems to be tangentially parodying his own career. There are different moments that are funny, sweet, insightful, silly and ultra violent. The violence, particularly against women, unfortunately ebbs towards misogyny. But, at the end, this 60s Hollywood tale is a great deal of fun.… Expand

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MegaEikeSep 18, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you don't know what happened in august 1969, you may find a bit misleading some scenes, besides that, its really well made, shows a lot of different genres together and it is mostly centered in the sadness near end of carreer faced by many artists.… Expand

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McgregorNov 9, 2019

Fun movie, Tarantino's style always entertains.... dumb, dirty, colourful haired ideologues will probably dislike this movie as they are portrayed fairly accurately as being dumb, dirty and wastes of space, Cliff Booth did the right thing inFun movie, Tarantino's style always entertains.... dumb, dirty, colourful haired ideologues will probably dislike this movie as they are portrayed fairly accurately as being dumb, dirty and wastes of space, Cliff Booth did the right thing in the end. :)… Expand

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Elkay461Sep 8, 2019

The most entertaining movie entertaining movie I’ve seen in recent months, even years. A filmmaker’s film. No doubt best with awareness of events in the late 60’s.

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Brenda17Sep 18, 2019

It's easy not to fully understand this move. It's slow and really revolves around characters personality more then story. But, it' simply perfect as it is. And last scene, is simply epic.

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ATP199Sep 18, 2019

As much affecting drama as riotous black comedy and with a bittersweetness uncommon to its director's oeuvre. Tarantino's most mature work to date - and arguably his post-millennium masterpiece.

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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Once Upon a Time is top form Tarantino. Still in our opening weekend, I’ll put up the big spoiler warning for this one right now so that we can talk more openly about the film after the jump. There was some controversy about whether showing his film at Cannes would ruin the twist for future movie goers, which apparently led Friend to investigate and make the friendship-ending decision to share his newfound spoiler with Wife and me before leaving for his European vacation. Since then, we’ve been picking up the pieces and trying not to think too hard about what circle of hell he’s destined for. But if you’re reading this far down, you are aware that we’re looking at an alternate history story in a similar vein to Tarantino’s Inglorious Basterds, but also strangely enough with an indie film, Yesterday, currently enjoying some love.

The film is structured neatly into two parts with a decisive and unexpected time break. Tarantino is enamored with recreating genre television of the 1960s, whether it’s the cowboy Westerns that are Rick Dalton’s main fare or cheesy celebrity cameo commercials, FBI action adventures, or World War II nostalgia. Tarantino’s talent for blurring the lines between the real and the cinematic is at work, ambient music gives unexpected flavor to some of the most tense scenes of both halves of the film.

Little details like the length of Cliff’s drive to his trailer in the sub-suburbs of LA or the little moment of Cliff’s polite decline to pick up the hitchhiking hippies on their second meeting do wonders in fleshing out a friendship with weight and deep loyalty. Both Cliff and Rick are given the requisite nice guy scene with a young child or a cute animal in order to solidify their status as top notch goodies. Likewise, Tarantino’s villains are given a long runway from which to take off: they are equal parts alluring, enigmatic, grotesque, clownish, and damaged. On that last note, Once Upon a Time is stuffed with veiled critiques of Hollywood, wrestling with the unpleasantness of historical facts coupled with contemporary morality.

Tarantino feels to me like someone who has escaped for the most part the baggage of past associations of Harvey Weinstein despite some potential landmines, like the pressure Uma Thurman felt to do dangerous stunts on his set while being manhandled by a powerful executive producer. Thurman’s daughter, Maya Hawke continues a storied partnership between the director and the Thurman into a new generation and seems to validate Tarantino’s character. Tarantino’s other films have always struck me as interesting because of their tendency to elevate strong, fully-considered female protagonists and antagonists. Once Upon a Time has lots of roles for actresses in the springs, summers, and autumns of their careers. Even if the film is a bit of a bromance, it finds ways to tell other stories in the process: Sharon Tate’s storyline is obviously given a lot of attention and Tarantino deals with blending footage from her work with Margot Robbie’s smart, quirky, and apt depiction.

Dana Stevens over at Slate has taken a stab at trying to draw some comparisons to Tarantino’s previous work in a glowing and funny review, but I think I’ll need a second viewing before I have more decisive opinions.

UPDATE (Aug 5): I’ve been reading a lot more about OUATIH and ended up seeing it again by myself on Friday after starting a new job last week. Joelle Monique and Sam Adams have dueling essays about the gendered subjectivity of Tarantinian violence that’ll keep your mind going for a bit. Monique convinced me that I would absolutely hate Jackie Brown and then when I offhandedly mentioned the article and that film as the epitome of Tarantino’s callous fridging of female characters, a friend of mine wrinkled his brow and said it was a classic, which made me think I better go and see it for myself. THR had two takes that I noticed: Richard Newby did a nice close read of the film and its influences and Ciara Wardlow kind of split the difference between Monique and Adams in the feminist debate while placing the film in the context of the amazing trailers that preceded the movie by women directors and directors of color (“Harriet, Jojo Rabbit, Queen & Slim, and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood“). To that list, I add the ones that rounded out my second viewing: Knives Out, King’s Man, and Charlie’s Angels’ reboot. Alison Willmore is doing God’s work at Buzzfeed with a diachronic look at women in Tarantino films.… Expand

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corwin84Aug 11, 2019

Great movie! Enjoyed it A LOT! Tarantino is back. Those complaining about boring movie with little action, go to hell and watch some action superhero-marvel-crap. Tarantino is about great dialogues, atmosphere, attention to details.Great movie! Enjoyed it A LOT! Tarantino is back. Those complaining about boring movie with little action, go to hell and watch some action superhero-marvel-crap. Tarantino is about great dialogues, atmosphere, attention to details. Unfortunately not many people understand the genius. Quentin, you are great! Very nice movie.… Expand

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Meth-dudeJul 27, 2019

Tarantino's talent for screenwriting really shines in this masterfully crafted movie. Supported by an impressive cast and excellent acting performances, an interesting story, great cinematography and a satisfyingly Tarantino-esque ending,Tarantino's talent for screenwriting really shines in this masterfully crafted movie. Supported by an impressive cast and excellent acting performances, an interesting story, great cinematography and a satisfyingly Tarantino-esque ending, this is a movie not to miss.… Expand

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AxeTAug 14, 2019

Typical obscenely over-rated by the jackass critics herd, this is the third less than good movie in a row from Quentin Tarantino. Oh he was a genius no question and that brilliance showed brightly in masterpieces like "Pulp Fiction" andTypical obscenely over-rated by the jackass critics herd, this is the third less than good movie in a row from Quentin Tarantino. Oh he was a genius no question and that brilliance showed brightly in masterpieces like "Pulp Fiction" and "Inglorious Basterds", but this is an example of the quirk, period kitsch, and style over story craft trend exhibited every time out by hacks like PT Anderson, Wes Anderson and their like while this auteur was always well above in his cinematic narrative prowess... was that is.… Expand

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juzzleAug 17, 2019

Easily Tarantino's worst movie, even considering Grindhouse. Boring, mistimed, askward, pointless and uninspired. Not a patch on Inglorious, Django or Pulp Fiction.

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JoeCoolAug 31, 2019

Tarantino's 9th movie barely has a plot, no climax, no answer to anything, no real story, nothing really. The lead actors perform admirably. There are some good moments, especially near the end and it's not gory like most Tarantino flicks andTarantino's 9th movie barely has a plot, no climax, no answer to anything, no real story, nothing really. The lead actors perform admirably. There are some good moments, especially near the end and it's not gory like most Tarantino flicks and I'm taking that as a plus.

Still, none of that makes this a good movie. It's pretty good, but mostly boring and the only real plus is seeing Leonardo and Brad in action. Without them this would have been a very subpar movie for Tarantino. Nowhere near as good as Inglorious basterds, Django unchained, Reservoir dogs or Pulp fiction.… Expand

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Jes1310Aug 30, 2019

Tarantino continues to deliver outstanding movies. This might be one of the slower paced films from Tarantino, but the pacing is perfect. There are numerous scenes that does nothing more to add flavor to the setting. Beautiful camerawork,Tarantino continues to deliver outstanding movies. This might be one of the slower paced films from Tarantino, but the pacing is perfect. There are numerous scenes that does nothing more to add flavor to the setting. Beautiful camerawork, great soundtrack and his attention to detail is just breathtaking.
This a tribute to the way Hollywood used to make movies “in the good old days”.… Expand

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RajiwoOct 12, 2019

This is as subjective as subjective can get. This makes me want to review the very concept of what a good movie is. Because I loved it, I would watch it again and again, but frankly, if you think it's the worst film you've ever seen, sufferedThis is as subjective as subjective can get. This makes me want to review the very concept of what a good movie is. Because I loved it, I would watch it again and again, but frankly, if you think it's the worst film you've ever seen, suffered through its three hours, waiting for something to happen, and ended up hating it, I would totally understand you, and wouldn't ever try to change your mind.
But, before loving or hating it, go watch it.… Expand

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mp303Nov 8, 2019

I get it why people aren't liking this film enough. The plot isn't the usual one that you can spot from a mile away, its more about the lives of the main characters and how they interact with each other in different through the story. If youI get it why people aren't liking this film enough. The plot isn't the usual one that you can spot from a mile away, its more about the lives of the main characters and how they interact with each other in different through the story. If you can look beyond that you're gonna have a great time, because as usual the acting is incredible, the dialogue is natural as it is well writen and in the end, specially if you know the real story, the ending will let you go out of the theather with a good vibe.… Expand

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BeatrixKiddoSep 17, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Generally, it was a good film. I liked all characters, especially Sharon, she was so sweet.. too bad in real life she died that way and so young. Acting was incredible, cast was good, music was nice and the ending was awesome! Good work Quentin! But l am still waiting for a Kill Bill 3 and your Star Trek movie.… Expand

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Pipe_9696Sep 3, 2019

Película personal a más no poder, incluso tarantino se dio el gusto de que margot robbie bailara al ritmo que solo él sabe transmitir

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VirgoCaveAug 25, 2019

Let´s be honest, for tarantino lovers, try to rate this movie without thinking that is a tarantino movie. Well there you go with your answer.

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Darko019Dec 5, 2019

Quentin Tarantino is “fantastic” writer and director

He managed to make the worst movie I have ever watched, although there was a fantastic crew of actors. Well done. This movie is the best indicator that metacritic was sold and no longerQuentin Tarantino is “fantastic” writer and director

He managed to make the worst movie I have ever watched, although there was a fantastic crew of actors. Well done.
This movie is the best indicator that metacritic was sold and no longer represents a competent judgement when you are looking for the film ratings.
If you can, check out the film by yourself and you'll be clear.
Many companies have thought they were irreplaceable, but they don't exist any more. If metacritic continues like this, the same future awaits them.
There are many more viewers than directors, writers and producers.… Expand

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Emanuel44Oct 16, 2019

Tarantino's way to honor classic Hollywood. One of his best movies, but at the same time his most complicated to understand

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maximschneiderOct 22, 2019

great movie...............................................................

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Brian_StanfordDec 16, 2019

This is a great movie, which at the same time allows you to enjoy every leisurely scene and does not get bored. Each scene of this film makes you feel the Hollywood era of the late sixties. Thank you Quentin for the excellent 3 hours

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DcmNov 27, 2019

Utter drivel, a self endurance film with some awesome actors but the film is slower than paint drying, may make some sense in America but in the Uk, this is just contrived nonsense. It's not funny, it's not an action, it's just 140 mins ofUtter drivel, a self endurance film with some awesome actors but the film is slower than paint drying, may make some sense in America but in the Uk, this is just contrived nonsense. It's not funny, it's not an action, it's just 140 mins of wondering what the hell am I watching… Expand

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PuckachNov 30, 2019

One of the worst, senceless piece of garbage, ever watched. Tarantino, time for retirement.

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navidriahiDec 6, 2019

Another masterpiece from the master of independent filmmaking. An original Tarantino movie. I recommend to watch it at least one time. It is joyful, in Tarantino's way.

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Bowman210Dec 9, 2019

This movie goes to show how great cinema can be. Tarantino is brilliant for making this movie and opened my eyes to a time period and vibe I haven't seen until now. All the dialogue from the two main characters is what makes this movie whatThis movie goes to show how great cinema can be. Tarantino is brilliant for making this movie and opened my eyes to a time period and vibe I haven't seen until now. All the dialogue from the two main characters is what makes this movie what it is, Leo and Brad bring their A game. Even when they are talking about something that may seem to make no sense in relation to the story, the dialogue finds a way to be relevant within the story and progress the characters. Al Pacino was also amazing in his role even through I liked his role in The Irishman a bit more. The ending seals the deal for why I love this movie and all the craziness it entails. I am glad I saw this movie and I only regret not seeing it in the theater.… Expand

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MovieRiffingJul 26, 2019

Quentin Tarantino depicts 60's Hollywood in a way only he could. All of the staples of his filmmaking appear, but in a much more restrained fashion. The vast majority of the film lacks the grandiose swagger of his more recent films, but itQuentin Tarantino depicts 60's Hollywood in a way only he could. All of the staples of his filmmaking appear, but in a much more restrained fashion. The vast majority of the film lacks the grandiose swagger of his more recent films, but it successfully draws you into the atmosphere all the same. What some may view as bloated actually plays an essential role. Without letting the audience simmer in the magic of Tinseltown, Tarantino's signature explosive finale would lose its thematic punch. You may not get as much out of repeat viewings of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood compared to the rest of Tarantino's filmography, but the first time is exceptional enough.… Expand

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Meme55Jul 27, 2019

I loved this movie. The cast is excellent especially Brad and Leo. Tarantino is a genius and a lover of film. This is a loving nostalgic valentine to a long lost era. The details are perfect. The sense of foreboding is palpable for thoseI loved this movie. The cast is excellent especially Brad and Leo. Tarantino is a genius and a lover of film. This is a loving nostalgic valentine to a long lost era. The details are perfect. The sense of foreboding is palpable for those who know what happened that fateful night. I will definitely see it again and it’s on my top 10 for the year. It isn’t rambling or too long. The time flew by. One of Tarantino’s best.… Expand

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AnastasijaAug 20, 2019

What a boring boring chore of a movie. All the accolades for a useless change of postcard images. I barely lasted an hour. Pleeeeaaaase! Why so much noise about nothing?

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Terbo49Aug 31, 2019

Really dull, and a shocking waste of talent. Tarantino thinks it is fun getting really good actors to pretend they are acting in rubbish, and therefore act badly. It isn’t. It’s boring. Every scene is too long, some scenes add nothing butReally dull, and a shocking waste of talent. Tarantino thinks it is fun getting really good actors to pretend they are acting in rubbish, and therefore act badly. It isn’t. It’s boring. Every scene is too long, some scenes add nothing but time, and the overall premise is stupid.… Expand

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SandyjaffeAug 1, 2019

Good reproduction of era, Brad Pitt is gorgeous otherwise shallow and boring. Not worth the time and money.

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mhmdvDec 9, 2019

Everyone gave this movie a high score because it has Tarantino's name on it. If it was made by a no name director, highest score would be 65.

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Compi24Jul 29, 2019

Amidst this year of unnecessary remakes, bloated sequels, and pathetic attempts at establishing IP, in comes Quentin Tarantino with a movie so wacky, so audacious, and so out there that you honestly can't help but smile when the creditsAmidst this year of unnecessary remakes, bloated sequels, and pathetic attempts at establishing IP, in comes Quentin Tarantino with a movie so wacky, so audacious, and so out there that you honestly can't help but smile when the credits finally roll. Yes, it's based on true events, but don't be fooled. This is a movie with a whole lot more going on with it than simply retelling certain historical moments. More deliberately paced than most Tarantino flicks, "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood" takes its sweet time building to its eventual climax. But, dear God, what a climax it is. An easy contender for one of the best scenes I've ever seen Tarantino pull off from script to screen (right beside the tavern scene from "Inglourious Basterds" and the pawnshop scene from "Pulp Fiction"), the finale expertly blends terror, dramatic irony, and comedy all into one incredible experience. I'm not sure I can say it's all entirely worth the near-three-hour running time, but once you see where and how everything falls into place, it gets pretty damn close.… Expand

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patnianSep 9, 2019

There are some directors that are so lionized {justifiably or not} that the critics will lap up anything they do and ask for more. Tarantino is a prime example. He can make a film as undisciplined and self indulgent as 'Once Upon A Time.. 'There are some directors that are so lionized {justifiably or not} that the critics will lap up anything they do and ask for more. Tarantino is a prime example. He can make a film as undisciplined and self indulgent as 'Once Upon A Time.. ' and get away with it.… Expand

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Trineo99Jul 30, 2019

First of all, I will say that the story is an interesting one but Quentin Tarantino told it in a confusing way. What I mean by that is that the movie was all over the place until it finally got its grounding in the middle. Until the middle,First of all, I will say that the story is an interesting one but Quentin Tarantino told it in a confusing way. What I mean by that is that the movie was all over the place until it finally got its grounding in the middle. Until the middle, the movie would cut away to tell a different story at random points instead of just finishing that one person’s story and then transitioning to the next. Because of this the film to me just felt a bit choppy and all over the place. This movie is two-hours and forty-one-minutes long and I feel like it could have been cut down. Some scenes just felt like they dragged on for far too long and there were so many perfect spots for the movie to end but it just kept dragging on and the ending we got comes out of nowhere and doesn’t fit the rest of the film so it should have just been removed. The acting in this film though was great. Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt easily came off as friends and this seems like such a minor thing but really, it’s a major thing. Sometimes actors can’t act like friends who have known each other but they came across as people who have worked together for years. Now, I’m not the biggest Leonardo Dicaprio fan but this film made me slowly start to appreciate his acting a bit more. For me, he was the stand out in this film because he could easily do both serious and funny scenes. Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie, who play Sharon Tate, also did great jobs. The soundtrack to this film was filled with great songs from that decade. In the end, this film is defiantly for people who are Quentin Tarantino fans or just want to relive the glory days of older Hollywood.… Expand

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KeithDowJul 29, 2019

We’re not going to lie: Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ is not an easy film to review. There are plenty of good, bad, and indifferent parts of the movie to touch on, all further complicated by the fact thatWe’re not going to lie: Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ is not an easy film to review. There are plenty of good, bad, and indifferent parts of the movie to touch on, all further complicated by the fact that the bar for any Tarantino picture is already incredibly high—perhaps unfairly so.

What do we mean by that last part? Well, overall the film has been received quite positively by film critics, though Tarantino acolytes seem to be a little more tepid about it. But what if this film weren’t written and directed by Tarantino, and instead was made by a lesser-known entity? Would it be considered a masterful piece of filmmaking, a breakout success largely unparalleled by anything else released so far this year? There’s no actual answer to this. We simply wonder …

Meanwhile, let’s start with the bad stuff. The middle of the film is somewhat meandering, meaning this is the third film in a row that Tarantino could’ve trimmed some fat to make the movie that much more invigorating. And what do his three most recent movies all have in common? The absence of Tarantino’s long-time editor, Sally Menke, who tragically died at the age of 56 while hiking in Beachwood Canyon during a heat wave.

Furthermore, a key component of Tarantino’s movies is the way he incorporates music into the film, choosing the perfect song to complement what is seen on the screen. Our biggest gripe with ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ is that the songs were often abruptly cut short, never being allowed to fully play out and truly meld with the action unfolding on screen.

On the positive side, the film is about 90% less violent than a typical Tarantino flick, meaning it’ll be a lot more accessible to moviegoers who previously avoided the filmmaker due to his penchant for frequently utilizing gory deaths. This makes the film closer to ‘Jackie Brown’ in both substance and style than most of his other works.

Lastly, ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ proves once and for all that Leonardo DiCaprio is among the finest and most talented actors of his generation. He is downright captivating in every single scene. And considering he is an actor playing an actor—one of the hardest roles there is to pull off in Hollywood—it makes his performance that much more extraordinary.… Expand

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AyseRusAug 17, 2019

5/10 only for a nice picture, OST and good performance of well-known actors. The movie itself strongly lacks plot and development of it, and especially if you are not American (or not a fan of 60-70s), than you will not enjoy watching this5/10 only for a nice picture, OST and good performance of well-known actors. The movie itself strongly lacks plot and development of it, and especially if you are not American (or not a fan of 60-70s), than you will not enjoy watching this film. Remove word "Tarantino" from the poster and there could be dissappointment.… Expand

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Morrigan1487Aug 31, 2019

As boring as watching people walking by the street. La trama no tiene ni pies ni cabeza

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dogboyDec 6, 2019

This movie was painful to watch. There is no plot to be found in this boring mess. Took 5 sittings just to get through it and I wished I hadn't wasted my time.