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Aside from the Kill Bill's I have not seen any other Tarantino film. I heard this one was good and so I watched. It's great. From the opening scene you are mesmerized by Christoph Waltz's unnerving performance. He gets a lot of credit and rightfully so. Hans Lands is possibly one of the greatest movie villains of all time. There so many iconic moments and Tarantino demonstrates how normal dialogue scenes can become suddenly intense with words alone. Every actor gives it their all with Brad Pitt giving a memorable performance as well. This movie is worth watching just for its opening but it also has back to back quality scenes that are well shot and have excellent dialogue. The movie balances it's comedy with excellent dark moments reminding viewers that this is indeed a WW2 film. Overall, my favourite Tarantino film of the three I've seen and might be for some time. Worth watching for Christoph Waltz.

There's a hunter called Hans Landa you should fear, if circumcision defines the way your men appear, on the surface quite polite, underneath riven with spite, carries a scar that lets you know of his career (or at least he will). But those un-helmeted can rejoice and be spurred, avenging evil come Inglorious Basterds, being led by Aldo Raine, with a remit to cause pain, several parts may disappear as things are sheared.

Great dialogue, great direction, sublime performances and original in its depiction of a war picture that's been repainted a thousand times before, but seldom with such entertainment - Tarantino's best in my opinion.

Brad Pitt sticks his index finger in Diane Kruger's leg wound and keeps it there until he gets what he wants. Funny, horribly so. The invented yarn takes "The Dirty Dozen" for a ride and sometimes abandons it to pay tribute to other movies. Lots of fun. Even "Paris when it sizzles" is mentioned in a delightfully organic piece of dialog. I was thrilled by Christoph Waltzer's character and by his sensational performance. Brad Pitt creates a true original. I love the actor's lack of vanity. There's a quirk in the character that is pure Brad Pitt. Tarantino visits a new universe but. fortunately, his hand. his brain and his heart are visible all over the place.

DAMN IT QUENTIN, I LOVE YOU.

Inglorious Basterds is the clear winner of the quentin tarantino movies, since this one is one of the most loved and mentiones movies from the director. It has a terrific ending, its just incredible as hell.

I have been feeling a little disappointed by Tarantino ever since death proof. But i insist it was only a little, because i can appreciate the amount of work in producing such an homage to stunts people. Inglorious Basterds has definitely propelled Tarantino to the top ranks in my universe. This movie can be summed up (albeit inadequately) in one word : "RAW".

There is an intense emotion in every scene. Revenge and justice seem to be the main themes, From the start of the movie one feels compassion towards the victims of the Nazis, and is placed in Tarantino's fictional dimension of the WW2 historical context.

Characters are unpredictiable, fun, scary, brutal, sexy, and other adjectives i am sure are escaping my mind that are just as fitting and positive. I won't go in to an appreciation of each character, but the other comments by fellow users sum up the appreciation of the various performances.

Dialogue has evolved from the classic Tarantino "bad ass" provocative style as seen in Pulp Fiction and Death Proof. One can feel in the dialogues that Tarantino is making more open references to other movies. Indeed, many dialogues were near lessons in cinema to the audience, the setting partly takes place at a movie premiere ; a reference to a movie is close around every corner.

It is nice to see that each language presented (German, French, and English) is employed rather equally and naturally. I speak both French and English very fluently, and am frequently disappointed in how English speaking characters in french movies act poorly, and how french speaking characters in English/American movies act poorly. Amazingly enough, Tarantino managed to make his actors pull off a natural and graceful performance from his actors. It helps put the audience in context of the historical context. Indeed ; soldiers, spies and civilans rarely understood soldiers/spies/civilians from other countries.

The visuals/photography are beautiful, with sceneries convincingly conveying a 1940s WWII Europe. The outfits are perfect, and the violence orgasmically/realistically conveyed. No punches are held back, and the Nazis are often shown being tortured. This makes the movie not open to all audiences ; the graphic violence can shock the more sensitive demographic.

volumes can be written about this movie. But the movie is so good, that during the North American Inglorious Basterds premiere at the Fantasia Festival in Montreal, i had to pee, but refused to go so as to not miss one single scene. I hope that image conveys how strongly i feel about this movie, and i'm a hard audience to please.

This is actually the only World War II film I found myself glued to the screen because of how fun and enjoyable this is. I believe this is one of Tarantino's greatest works from the 21st century. This film has everything, it has comedy, an excellent soundtrack and a ingenious plot set over five chapters. All I can say is that this film is just fun.

I liked it a lot to tell the truth. Again Tarantino giving us good characters like Aldo, Emmanuelle and obviously Hans Landa, the music is very well placed and I liked how the stories that are presented in chapters are connected very well to reach the final climax. The whole scene that happens near the end is one of the best I've ever seen in a film.

Inglorious Basterds; Tarantino grandeur and glory at its peak

The end credits of the film kick in following the line "I think it just be might masterpiece" by Brad Pitt (I'm sure there's a separate fan following for the end credits as well) and pretty much sums up the magnanimous piece of cinema by the legendary Quentin Tarantino. Tarantino,the undisputed monarch of non linear narratives, goes all guns blazing in his alternate-history depiction of the Nazi brutality and the eventual downfall of Hitler. The film revolves around the bloody and gruesome 'Inglorious Basterds', a group of Jewish Americans vowed to decimate as many Nazi soldiers as possible and act as a harbinger of Jewish liberation. Col. Hans Landa brilliantly portrayed by Christoph Waltz is a narcissistic and callous general in the ranks of the German military in German occupied France region where he's known as the "jew-hunter",is the textbook definition of movie villians and perhaps widely regarded as one of the finest villians ever to have graced the silver screen. With an astounding command over French,German, English and Italian, Christoph Waltz shoulders an aura of hostility and unpredictability and brings in a wave of energy to the character of Landa. He truly deserves the Oscar.

In terms of the writing and characterisation, Tarantino is at his belligerent best with extended scenes of intriguing dialogues, grotesque depictions of violence and an enviable cinematography and music composition. Every second of the narrative gets the audience glued to their screens and appreciate the Tarantino signature style film making. Inglorious Basterds is definitely not for the faint of hearts and those who detest violence in any form. One can't help but notice Tarantino's appetite for violence and storytelling is insatiable.

C. Waltz is the new discovery in this movie. He might have had a following in German speaking countries, but with this movie, he's getting world famous. Speaking 4 languages (and that's only in this movie, who knows how many more he is able to master) and being the main actor in this, despite the title of the movie. Which leads us to one thing that might be appalling to some people (especially to those who love(d) the original "Inglorious Bastards").

The thing is that the "Basterds" (and yes the spelling mistake was intentional by Mr. Tarantino) do not get that much screen time. It's almost as if their story isn't the main act. You could have a problem with that (not only as a fan as stated above), so be aware that this is more an ensemble picture. And as said, Mr. Waltz is fantastic (I'm pretty sure we're gonna see more of him soon). Brad Pitt would be the second one to mention. Eli Roth on the other hand, as fun as it is to see him on the big screen, he just doesn't fit the bill. Til Schweiger and the other German and European actors are all really good. I'd say that some give the performance of their life.

Speaking of the actors, one of the things that I really loved, is the fact that the movie is at least tri-lingual (is that a word?), french/German/English (with a bit of Italian thrown in there for good measure). That means a lot of subtitles if you watch the original version. But it works (imo) and makes the movie that much better.

Another thing that you shouldn't expect though, is too much action. I heard quite a few people that criticized the movie, for being too talky. But that's Tarantino for you. There is action of course, but the long running time (might be a bummer for some) is made up by many conversations. There is tension, there is fun to be had, but the movie does take it's time to reach it's goal. Again, something that won't work for everybody. Great movie that cements Tarantinos status as great director.

It's a bingo. It really is. Incredible performance by Waltz, matched by a well-cast list of talented actors gives us a humorous and suspenseful look on 'alternate history'.

My first watch of Inglorious Basterds left me uttering with raised eyebrows. Like all of Tarantino's movies it is really violent. However the style of this movie feels a little different compared to his other movies. It feels like a story is being told but every scene still feels real. I think this is because of amongst other things the oscar worthy acting of Christoph Waltz. I have never seen a stare that intimidating. It is one of my favourite performances in a movie ever. Rivaling that of Heath Ledger in The Dark Knight. Overall I didn't really like every scene in the movie especially with the Jewish Americans. It felt out of character to have them with the elegance and intimidating Hans Landa. But is also makes for a nice contrary.

Overall I realise the movie has enough flaws and doesn't deserve a 10/10 but it still is my favourite movie ever.

9/10.

I've always been a big fan of Tarantino films, and this was certainly a good addition to his line-up of entertaining films, even though it wasn't his best.

The overall plot, in my opinion, wasn't the strongest. It didn't feel like it was well drawn up and instead felt quite disorganised, in particular, I didn't feel as if the Basterds fitted in well with the rest of the plot. Their role in the movie felt rather forced, and the scenes with the Basterds were, in my opinion, the weakest scenes in the movie.

Yet, while the plot wasn't really rich, the film made up for it with its tense, memorable scenes and memorable performances. As expected with Tarantino, he builds up the tension with lengthy scenes and long periods of dialogue. Oh, and of course the comedic over-the-top violence that Tarantino is renowned for does occur in this movie don't worry, but at no point was it out of place.

But really, what made the film was the acting from Christoph Waltz. Before this film, Waltz was a relatively unknown actor hailing from Vienna, yet afterwards, he was transformed into a mainstream actor who all of the film directors are chasing after, and after watching Inglourious Basterds, you can see why. Waltz played the part of SS Colonel Landa to perfection. Honestly the character is one of the best villains ever in cinema history in my opinion. It was just the sheer competence, elegance and ruthlessness the man possessed made him absolutely compelling. Tarantino himself had fears that the role simply could not be played, yet Waltz completely smashed his fear, with style.

As for the rest of the acting, I have to give good mention to Melanie Laurent and Diane Kruger, and overall the general acting performances were solid, although, I am critical of Brad Pitt. I felt, especially as one of the main characters, he didn't really create any connection with the viewer, and the role was relatively pedestrian and simple, so this shouldn't be a film that Pitt is renowned for.

Overall though, whilst the film wasn't Tarantino's best, it's certainly a film that was very entertaining and kept my interest the whole way through, so it's certainly worth watching, especially to witness the incredible acting from Waltz. I'd give the movie 8.3/10, which is what it currently is rated at.

Once again we witness a masterpiece crafted from the hands of Quentin Tarantino. 'Inglorius Basterds' strikes us with an original script, superb directing and creative blood spilling scenes. This movie is a 'must watch' regardless of the very graphic bloody scenes common in the Tarantino cinema.

*WARNING* - If you don't like Tarantino films stay away from this one, because this is Quentin at his best. You won't hear such a bald statement as 'this is the new Pulp Fiction' but entertainment, intrigue and 'black humor' is guaranteed.

Not the best of acting by Brad Pitt by he sure does a good job and he definitely achieves Tarantino's expectations. Loyal to his cinema, Quentin shows some songs used in the Score of Kill Bill vol.1/2 and similar western music like 'From Dusk 'till Dawn'.

DO NOT MISS THIS FILM or you will most likely miss one of the best movies 2009 will offer us.

Even though the title is virtually identical to Enzo G. Castellari's 1978 Italian warsploitation 'classic' The Inglourious Bastards, Quentin Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds is most definitely NOT a remake. Far from it. Not only is it one of Tarantino's more original efforts to date, but it also one of his best films for a long time, a riveting tale of derring-do that features plenty of everything that made his first two movies such a success: great dialogue, wonderful performances (Christoph Waltz is brilliant, as is an almost unrecognisable Mike Myers), excellent pacing, impressive direction, explosive violence, fantastic use of music, and more than a few playful visual touches of the kind that only Quentin seems to be able to get away with.

Despite being fairly talky in places, with the bulk of the dialogue spoken in either German or French (and subtitled in English), the film is a thoroughly absorbing experience, with not a boring moment in its entire 153 minutes. The long conversational scenes are brilliantly executed and entertaining in their own right, but they also serve to make the violence seem even more explosive and brutal when it happens. And boy, is it nasty when it wants to be, with bloody scalpings, repeated baseball bat blows to the skull, and point-blank gunshots to the nether regions amongst the graphic carnage on display.

It's not all typically cool Tarantino monologues and OTT gore, though: in an extremely bold move, the writer/director eventually steers events into fantastical territory, rewriting history to suit his whims. Those who have slated the film for its lack of historical accuracy are completely missing the point: Quentin is giving us his version of events, entertainment being the number one priority, facts be damned. It's daring movie-making and a whole lot of fun when approached with the right attitude.

Inglourious Basterds is an extremely good movie, with plenty of memorable moments that stick with you long after it's over. While the pacing could have been slightly improved in some parts, it's still an incredibly solid film. For me, it's not quite a 10, but it's a solid 9 without a doubt.

From beginning to end, the film keeps you emotionally invested. It opens with a strikingly serious tone, making it clear that it's not going to hold back. The story revolves around two seemingly separate plots: the Basterds' revenge mission and Shosanna's journey after losing her family. Each storyline is gripping, filled with tension and drama, especially when Shosanna finds herself face-to-face with the man who killed her family.

The acting is phenomenal across the board, elevating every scene. Christoph Waltz as Hans Landa is particularly unforgettable, delivering one of the most chilling and charismatic performances I've ever seen. Every character feels real, and the dialogue, true to Tarantino's style, is sharp, purposeful, and layered with tension.

One of the most remarkable things about the movie is its ability to show the fragility of life. Characters die unexpectedly, often in brutal ways, and this unpredictability keeps the stakes high. It's a stark reminder of how fleeting and fragile life is, especially in a world as chaotic as the one depicted here.

The only downside for me is that the movie ends too soon. It left me with a strange sense of emptiness, like I wasn't ready to leave the world Tarantino had created. I wanted more-more from the characters, more from the Basterds, and more of that tension-filled brilliance.

This movie is a testament to Tarantino's mastery as a director. It's tense, dramatic, and emotionally resonant, with no major flaws to criticize. A true cinematic achievement that leaves you wanting more.

Tarantino films is always a different gravy for me. From Pulp Fiction to Django Unchained, almost all of them are absolute cinema. This film also is it. A chaotic yet glorious tale of two sides who would eventually end up with one goal. It tells the intertwines two plots: a group of Jewish-American soldiers known as the "Basterds," led by the charismatic Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt), who aim to brutally kill Nazis, and Shosanna Dreyfus (Mélanie Laurent), a French-Jewish woman seeking revenge against Nazi's officer, Hans Landa (Christoph Waltz) for her family's murder.

The storyline is as usually Tarantino's style, nonchronological order. Always love this kind of story and makes me wonder how all the plots will tied in the climax. The films also doing great in building suspense, often starting witch casual or witty dialogue and ended as chaotic as possible. Notably every scene of Hans Landa especially. He's always brining intense atmosphere whenever he is the spotlight. Brilliant performance by Christoph Waltz and i just read that he won an Oscar for this film, so definitely deserved for him.

Usually not a huge Q.T fan but this one takes the cake. It is incredible. It has everything a great movie needs. A band of Nazi killing militia A Jewish woman on the verge of revenge With an alternative ending to WWII that I think everyone could love Has great spots of humor, lots of intensity, drama, and oh yes, plenty of blood for you QT fans