Underwhelmed

Rating: 5/10 (11 May 2010)

I sat down to watch this movie, eagerly anticipating what I thought would be a great film. It certainly isn't a bad film, but I think Tarantino over-reached on this one.
What I Liked: -The Basterds. I really wish the movie had been more about them. -Diane Kruger. She gave an amazing performance. -Christopher Waltz. Deserved his Oscar. -Sound and Cinematography were excellent.
What I Didn't:
-Pacing. For me, the movie was just too slow. Scenes would go on too long, only to blow up into some action that was over in seconds. -Using modern music in a period piece. Took me right out of the movie. Sometimes, I think Tarantino falls so in love with his ideas, he forgets about the movie-goer.
...Inglorious Basterds almost seems like a Pollock painting...the canvas is covered with paint, but what it all means is anyone's guess.