Could have been shorter...but then there would be less to love

Rating: 8/10 (7 August 2019)

I have not enjoyed a Tarantino film this much in some time. In fact, I have not enjoyed a movie theater experience this much in some time. Yes, it is too long. Yes, it seems more than a little scattered structurally. BUT it is also Tarantino at his semi-best. If you want someone to make a nostalgic film with a late-60s soundtrack that re-imagines a historical moment, places movie stardom in a new light, and brings a perfect balance of creepiness and comedy, well, he is absolutely your guy. Just as importantly, DiCaprio and Pitt are your guys for these roles. They find every comedic and cathartic moment without becoming too one dimensional, and I just could not help but watch them. I probably would have enjoyed a tighter and more consistent version of this movie...but then there would have been less of it to love.