The N’th Film By Quentin Tarantino

How many of you know a famous film director, whose IQ of 160 is the same as physicist Stephen Hawking? Who dropped out of high school and went to produce some of the most brilliant films of all time like Pulp Fiction, Reservoir Dogs, and many more. He is one who changed the perspective of people about independent films.

Quentin Tarantino is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, producer and, actor, who started his career as an independent filmmaker. He is the single most influential director of his generation(the 90s). Tarantino worked for many jobs, he worked for Video Archives a video store in California for about five years. He learned all his craft from his days at Video Archives rather than as a film school student.

Tarantino’s films are unique and noted for their stylized violence, sharp dialogues, and, nonlinear storylines. Tarantino had his hand in various styles like Crime, Drama, Action, Spaghetti Western, Alternate History, Black Comedy, and Neo-noir. The brilliant screenplay, he is a true master at this. You will find Quentin Tarantino’s mark in every dialogue and act of his films.

Tarantino’s films have amassed both critical and commercial success. He has received many awards including two Academy Awards(Oscars), two BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and, the Palme d’Or. He has been nominated for an Emmy and five Grammys. In 2005, he was included on the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. In December 2015, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for all his contributions to the film industry.

All 10 Quentin Tarantino Movies

1 Pulp Fiction(1994)

Pulp Fiction is his second film, a comedy crime film which was a major success. This film changed people’s mindset about Independent cinema. In this film, we can see how much Tarantino loves films. The storyline is so raw and original. The soundtrack is remarkable. The movie’s mysterious structure, three stories are beautifully portrayed. This is a classic film that will be remembered for centuries.

2 Reservoir Dogs(1992)

Tarantino began his career as an independent filmmaker with the release of Reservoir Dogs, a crime story. It is the greatest independent film of all the time. This is one of the best dialogue-driven heist films. The script for this film was written in three and a half weeks. A masterpiece full of twists and piquing tension towards the end.

3. Jackie Brown(1997)

Jackie Brown is an American crime film. This film is an adaptation of Rum Punch novel written by Elmore Leonard, an American novelist. The storyline of this film is simple and smooth, yet entertaining. Tarantino brought all the drama that linked all the characters together. The way the characters are portrayed is amazing. Jackie Brown film is a mix of a well-written story and decent cinematography.

4. Kill Bill: Vol.1 (2003)

Kill Bill Vol 1 is a martial arts film. A simple revenge plot with Tarantino’s twist, the plot is interesting and stylish. This film combines many elements to make one interconnected story with several amazing and interesting characters. The diverse fighting techniques take the film to the next level. If you love action, martial arts then Kill Bill saga is strongly recommended.

5. Kill Bill: Vol.2 (2004)

Kill Bill Vol 2 finishes what it started in Kill Bill Vol 1. An amazing ending to the first film. One of the best sequel films, which will not let your expectations down. The storyline is simply amazing, the way the characters are written and portrayed is excellent. The style of the story is different when compared to Vol1 and provides a breathtaking view of the Kill Bill universe, greatly concluded film.

6. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood(2019)

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a comedy-drama film. This film has minimal use of Tarantino trademarks including violence, action, non- linear storyline, dialogues. The soundtrack of the film was one of the best soundtracks. Instead of going for a plot-heavy narrative, he ties this film with these interesting characters whose actions drive the narrative. These characters are some of the best-written characters by Tarantino.

7. Death Proof(2007)

Death Proof is an exploitation thriller film. This film is based on the story of two separate sets of beautiful women being stalked by a serial killer. The cinematography was stylish and brought back everything from the 60s to the 80s. Mixed with a simple but thrilling story, interesting line. A really good film with one of the best chase scenes ever filmed.

8. The Hateful Eight(2015)

The Hateful Eight is a Western thriller film. This film has a mix of comedy and actions, funny when it needed to be, the gore was on the right amount and not over the top. The plot twists are only for those who paid attention to the film. The storyline is up to the mark, and the characters are portrayed very beautifully.

9. Django Unchained(2012)

Django Unchained is an American Anti-western film. This film has Tarantino trademarks including natural dialogues, drawn-out suspense, amazing soundtrack, recurring cast members, and the perfect climax of violence. A simple plot carried well by his characters. Speaking about characters they are beautifully portrayed, amazing cast. The cinematography and sound team did a beautiful job.

10. Inglourious Basterds(2009)

Inglorious Basterds is a war film. This one of the best-crafted movies by Tarantino, the movie is amazing, it has the stamp of Tarantino all over it. Storytelling is wonderful and the supporting cast has given their best. His lengthy conversations, gory sequences, and a ton of racial slurs. It is a movie that has both beauty and brains. One of the rare movies where the director is the actual hero.

— Tejaswi Sai