Inglourious Basterds (2009)

- 4 Eberts


Quentin Tarantino takes on World War II and again brings something new to the table. I was wondering, before I saw this movie, if I was getting tired on seeing Tarantino pay homage to the movies. Why can't he just make a movie without referencing everything else he has ever seen? Everything has to be tongue in cheek, everything has to be bigger than life. While watching this movie I was again reminded of the genius of Tarantino. His genius is that his movies (the good ones) are just so enjoyable to watch. Outrageous, unpredictable and wonderful. Ever since Reservoir Dogs he has been shocking and entertaining his audiences.
I really enjoyed this movie, and I think I will enjoy it more on each viewing. Brad Pitt was great as the leader of the Basterds and Christopher Waltz was equally good as the Jew Killer.
Roger also really enjoyed it. He said (writing only the way he can) :"A Tarantino film resists categorization. “Inglourious Basterds” is no more about war than “Pulp Fiction” is about — what the hell is it about? Of course nothing in the movie is possible, except that it’s so bloody entertaining. His actors don’t chew the scenery, but they lick it. He’s a master at bringing performances as far as they can go toward iconographic exaggeration."
Not for all tastes, but for those who like something different, a unique cinematic experience.