Inglourious Basterds

I think most viewers have an idea of what a Quentin Tarantino film is going to be like. That being said I was surprised, entertained, and was a bit put off about the some of the graphic violence in Inglourious Basterds, but not enough to nullify my enjoyment of the film. There were some really wonderful performances in the film in particular those by Melanie Laurent, Christopher Waltz, and Michael Fassbinder. There were some really great set pieces and the usual Mexican standoff that Tarantino has used in his films since Reservoir Dogs. I also like dhow he recycled David Bowie’s great theme for Cat People “Putting Out A Fire (With Gasoline).” However, I can see why this film was controversial. But I think you just need to approach it in the mindset of a film universe and accept it on those terms alone as a fantasy. I’m glad I saw it on the big screen.