Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood -
Much like Inglourious Basterds , Tarantino uses the "Once Upon a Time" fairy tale element to rewrite a tragic piece of history. Why It Works
A fading Western TV star struggling with his waning relevance and a drinking habit. Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
Released in 2019, Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film is a sun-drenched, melancholic love letter to the fading Golden Age of Hollywood. Set in 1969 Los Angeles, it prioritizes atmosphere and character over a traditional ticking-clock plot, inviting the audience to simply "hang out" in a world on the brink of massive cultural change. Much like Inglourious Basterds , Tarantino uses the
This was the final film to feature Luke Perry before his passing. If you'd like to dive deeper, let me know: Set in 1969 Los Angeles, it prioritizes atmosphere
The film follows two primary threads that eventually collide:
The production design and soundtrack perfectly recreate 1969 L.A., from the neon signs of Hollywood Blvd to the dusty Spahn Ranch.