Tarantino returns to form

Rating: 10/10 (8 September 2019)

This movie marks a significant return to form for Quentin Tarantino with what is probably his most confident and best film. It also contains two of the best performances from Di Caprio and Pitt who make a great double act (surely Pitt must be a favourite for a supporting actor Oscar). The film is always entertaining showing the end of the studio era in sixties Hollywood and the rise of television , providing work for aging stars and B movie actors. There is much to enjoy here including backlot Kung fu fights with Bruce Lee and meeting A lister star Steve McQueen at studio parties plus an accurate recreation of the 'groovy , hippie 'sixties. The atmosphere changes as the film progresses with the introduction of Charles Manson and the underlying menace and threat provided by his drug addicted followers. Great ending and great film!