Stylish, funny and absorbing... another great one from Tarantino

Rating: 8/10 (15 March 2020)

You can always rely on Mr Tarantino to deliver something so 'out there' that it in many ways defies explanation. A film that somehow feels both pointless and directionless most of the time yet is completely fascinating and hugely enjoyable. 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' is certainly a strange movie, but it's also a great one.
The film is deliberately plot-light with the focus instead being on the characters and dialogue and the portrayal of 1960s Hollywood. The simple plot doesn't seem to matter though because, as a piece of entertainment, this film is difficult to fault. It's beautiful to look at and immersive from start to finish, with some outstanding acting performances from DiCaprio, Pitt and Robbie.
As with any Tarantino film, 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' will not be for everyone. The running length, pacing and story may be problematic for some, but personally I got a lot of enjoyment out of it.