Before Watching: Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (2019)

Rating: 8/10 (3 September 2019)

"Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" (2019) is a fun comedy and the ninth movie of Quentin Tarantino. If you want to get as much out of it as possible, there are a few things you need to keep in mind before watching:
Once Upon a Time is not all too similar to Tarantino's latest movies, like Inglorious Basterds or Django Unchained. Instead, it is more of a cozy, atmospheric movie that doesn't rely on any dramatic plot events to carry the events forward. This brings a very authentic and charming feeling that although pure brilliant, again, isn't like the protagonist blood mayhem we've gotten somewhat used to - but it neither needs to be.
That being said, there are some classical Tarantino vibes present that could shock viewers not used to his other works. There are some brief but crude sexual references, brutal violence once conflict approaches, and a lot of drinking and swearing. Thanks to the direction and construction of this movie however, it never feels forced, which lessens its potentially negative impact.
Finally, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood is fundamentally a comedy. It is funny, and a rather gleeful and clever way of funny. Do not take this movie 100% seriously all the time, instead just relax and drift away with the charming 50's and 60's atmosphere so expertly crafted.
My personal grade: a cheerful 8/10. If you found this helpful, check my profile for more reviews.