I don't give a lot of 10s

Rating: 10/10 (7 February 2020)

This was a refreshing change. Not a movie you'll see churned out every other day. I think some people don't get it, for reasons I put below. It doesn't follow a tried and tested formula. It meanders, and that's why I like it. To me, it became clear after a while, that because Tarantino both writes and directs, he's giving the viewer a full experience. That's what movies are for.
This movie is BEAUTIFULLY shot. Was really impressed at not only the cinematography, but the color correction. I don't know how Tarantino seems to charge each scene with such fullness of color and effortless blocking and composition. It makes it fun to just sit back and take a ride with Brad Pitt or watch Leo learning his lines. And the thing that surprised me most, was the originality of the ending.
I won't give away any spoilers, but something that I don't think a lot of people here get, is the history of the Manson Family and the murder of actress Sharon Tate and four others in her home on August 8 and 9, 1969. If you don't know it, please give yourself a short history lesson before watching. It won't ruin any surprises in the movie, it's a bit painful to read, but will give the movie much more meaning if you know. Otherwise, it may feel very random. But learn about it, and you'll understand why the movie got it's title.