Quentin Done Good

Rating: 10/10 (30 May 2013)

I have seen mostly high reviews for this movie, and I am in that crowd! To those with dissenting opinion obviously have not come to appreciate Mr. Tarantino's work. For this, I say that I feel sorry for them. The dialog is not overly intellectual, it is real human speak! As a whole Americans are nostalgic for Westerns, and are remorseful of what our nation found acceptable for many years(yes, slavery). But this movie was only using those themes as a backdrop to basic human emotions and actions. We want prosperity, to protect those we love, and want karma to work in our favor. However, there are times karma moves a bit too slowly, and that is where Tarantino finds his niche. Violence, banter, and victory (even if its not what the audience expects). This film delivers on all accounts. I am a Tarantino fan, and as such, I have to give this movie a 10.
There were times the violence was mildly amusing, and others I had to peek through my fingers. Many of those who say its overkill (pun intended) are under the impression that events of the time were what we read out of our 6th grade history books. I feel that we are only given a glimpse of the horrific crimes that actually happened during that period. This is not a "liberal" movie. And while the Western angle may seem silly to some, it serves an ironic purpose to the subject matter.
Lastly, I actually watched the Oscars this year because of the host who was "too crass", (my hat is off to you Mister MacFarlane), but I was so jacked to see that Christoph Waltz won an Oscar again. He was incredible as always, which only made me want to watch the movie even more. I was tickled as well to see some of Quentin's choices in supporting cast, being some well known people as well as bit players from his other films. Samuel L. Jackson made his appearance, and this was one film I wanted to punch him in the face! But he added a layer of hypocrisy to the film which speaks volumes to the real subject matter that was prevalent at the time.
Laymen's review: I loved this movie!!!