One of those rare films I consider nearly perfect in every way—except for the fact that mainstream audiences often shy away from movies revelling in drugs and violence.
The cast is phenomenal across the board. Every performance, from major roles to minor ones, is superb, honoring Tarantino’s fabulously written characters.
I cringed a bit at the corniness of the romance scenes (“I swear from this moment forth,” “It’s so romantic”), but they do serve a purpose—helping to deepen the bond between the characters and ultimately making the story more powerful.
Cinematography is beautiful. The use of color is striking, with Tony Scott’s trademark graduated filters and scenes often glowing in a pinkish-orange hue, giving the film a unique and dreamy aesthetic. The editing is tight, with well-timed cuts that keep the pace just right.
Music and soundtrack are also standout elements. The upbeat, catchy tracks add emotional texture and memorability to the film. A great soundtrack can elevate a movie into something more immersive—more of an experience—and that’s certainly the case here. Unfortunately, not all of the coolest songs made it onto the official soundtrack release, which is a shame.
The Director’s Cut is gratuitously bloody. Good choices were made for the theatrical release.
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