Inglourious Basterds > Inglorious Bastards
Since so many of y’all didn’t buy the new Slaughterhouse album, I know you have the funds to drop 10 bucks on the truly sinister masterpiece that is Inglourious Basterds.
Inglourious Basterds is proof that Internet buzz can translate in to real dollars. Despite script leaks on the Internets and polarizing reviews from critics, the newest Quentin Tarantino film topped the charts over the weekend.
I saw it Friday night in a packed Cinerama Dome in Hollywood and was blown away. I swear to you that I have yet to say “what the hell?” while watching any other film as much as I did during Inglourious Basterds. I don’t think I’ve ever laughed at bonafide evil till now either.
The film left me wondering what possess Tarantino to write such madness. Inglourious Basterds is absurd, cruel, unapologetic, sexy (I must learn French), and one of the best films I’ve seen in awhile.
On the way out of the theater I heard someone mention that the film would be controversial. I don’t know how anyone could be upset with a movie about killing Nazis but if you’re weary of subtitles, feint at heart, or a Nazi, this is not the movie for you. Don’t expect a history lesson. It is totally unbelievable but Tarantino’s films are never based on logic so Inglourious Basterds fits in with the rest of his films.
The film actually has far less blood than Kill Bill but somehow manages to be more ruthless than that slaughter fest.
This man, um, I mean Col. Hans Landa, is the devil.
Christoph Waltz deserves all of the accolade because he transforms into one of the most terrifying characters I have ever seen on screen. He was so good I think I really hate him now, and half way through the film I realized that my critique of the movie was going to be based on what happened to his character. Don’t worry, no spoilers here, just go see the movie for yourself.
The only downside to this film is that Brad Pitt is not in it long enough. The upside, when he is in it, you will love him and will want to thank him for bestowing the world with the most awesome pronounication of ”Nazi” ever.
Tags: Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz, Inglourious Basterds, Nazi, Quentin Tarantino
August 25th, 2009 at 13:44
Can’t wait to see it!
August 25th, 2009 at 23:36
Tarantino is one of the best to ever do it! Dude is truly a lunatic, in the best possible way. I was going to see it regardless, but you just pumped me up even more. Thanks. Holler.
*pops in Resevoir Dogs*
August 26th, 2009 at 11:09
Can’t wait to see it! I’m a bit sad that Brad Pitt’s not in it long enough. You know how I love my Bradley
September 7th, 2009 at 18:44
I too loved this film. Soo well done! I’m going to see it again. And yea Christoph Waltz was chillingly perfect for the role.
March 6th, 2010 at 02:27
Thanks for the post, your site looks solid! My sisters and I typically have dinner for Easter and have a lovely time. This really made me smile!