Tarantino Does it Again

Rating: 7/10 (18 August 2000)

In my opinion, Jackie Brown had more entertainment value than Reservoir Dogs and was more believable--if not better--than Pulp Fiction. Currently, I'm going through my Tarantino phase and have seen three of his movies (four if you count Natural Born Killers--a waste of film) in the past week. Jackie Brown, with its complex crime plot and detailed characters, is a must-see for anyone who is a fan of the genre.
What really holds this film together is the fabulous acting. Pam Grier was wonderfully cast as the middle-aged, lower class, clever stewardess, and Samuel L. Jackson, as a tough gun dealer, were both wonderful choices.
Overlong, maybe, but with the terrific acting, delightful screenplay, and solid direction, it manages to keep your attention throughout. 9/10