I don't think I get it

Rating: 5/10 (24 June 2004)

I have come to the conclusion, after reading numerous reviews and comments on Kill Bill that you either love it or you can't stand it. I still haven't decided where I stand yet. At first I was leaning towards the "what the hell is the point of this movie" side. However now that I have watched it, I recognize why it is regarded so well by many and have developed some respect for it. But I still don't like it yet.
If this film was not directed by the admiral to many, Quentin Tarantino, it would most likely not demand the same respect and praise from viewers. However, Quentin makes it clear to all that he is the director and that this is 4th film by posting this is in the credits several times and on the cover of the film. I was a little confused while I was watching Kill Bill. The action sequences seemed to be like something out of a PG-13 Jackie Chan movie but body parts and limbs were actually being cut off in the action scenes, unlike the PG-13 Jackie Chan movies or their equivalents. Does this brutality make Kill Bill a masterpiece because unlike the other martial arts films limbs are being dismembered with what seems like a never ending supply of red liquid representing blood? I don't know the answer to that question. I give this film a 5 out of 10. I respect the originality and unique universe created by Kill Bill, but I don't fully understand it and why others praise so much. I give it a middle of the road 5 because I disagree with those who dis the film as having pointless brutal action scenes and little merit. But I also do not share the passion and obsession that some people have with the film.