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About That Time Daniel Day-Lewis Almost Starred in 'Pulp Fiction'

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 23:20:17 +0000

Quentin Tarantino's 'Pulp Fiction' is one of the undisputed classics of modern cinema; one of those movie everyone can remember seeing for the first time, a movie that seems like it's always been here with us. But a fascinating article in Vanity Fair has revealed that the 'Pulp Fiction' we know and love almost looked very different. For example, how about Oscar-winner Daniel Day-Lewis instead of John Travolta?

Get the intriguing behind-the-scenes story after the break. (Tasty burger optional.)

'Wyoming Screams America,' Says Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino

DJ Nyke — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:02:32 +0000

Filmmaked Quentin Tarantino talks about filming Django Unchained in Wyoming.

Watch Quentin Tarantino's Pop Culture References From Movies…in 6 Minutes

Nick Romano — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 00:46:29 +0000

There are way too many incredible Quentin Tarantino movie scenes to list them all, but what about that one from 'Kill Bill,' where Uma Thurman and Lucy Liu exchange a quiet "Trix are for Kids" line before the storm of samurai swords? Or how about Thurman, again, turning to John Travolta outside the Jack Rabbit Slim's in 'Pulp Fiction' and saying, "An Elvis man should love it."

Tarantino, who recently experienced the theatrical debut of his latest project 'Django Unchained,' loves to insert pop culture references in all his films. If you thought it was nearly impossible to document every single one he's ever been made... well, you might be right. However, there's now a supercut of most of these said references in one convenient six-minute video.

Quentin Tarantino's Ten Boldest Moments

Evan Saathoff — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 21:00:12 +0000

Few directors working today offer more surprises per film than Quentin Tarantino, which is why it pays to go into his films knowing as little as possible before hand. But most of Tarantino's surprises are seasoned with a characteristically impressive nerve, which allows him to get away with things most filmmakers might shy away from. Her

'Django Unchained' Soundtrack Now Streaming for Your Listening Pleasure

Eric Walkuski — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:30:57 +0000

We've got a little while to wait until we can all bask in Quentin Tarantino's latest ode to badass cinema, 'Django Unchained', but today you can get closer to the film by listening to the entire soundtrack. And you can do that right here...for free!

'Django Unchained' Review

Matt Singer — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:34:26 +0000

His name is Django and as he's quick to point out, the D is silent. It's just about the only quiet part of Quentin Tarantino's 'Django Unchained,' a boisterous, bloody blaxploitation/Western hybrid. What else would you expect from Tarantino, the modern master of genre pastiche, flavorful dialogue, and grossly exaggerated violence? Whatever 'Django''s issues -- and it has a couple -- failing to deliver on its promises isn't one of them. If anything, the issue is the exact opposite.

Quentin Tarantino's Next Could Be a 1930s Gangster Movie?

Mike Sampson — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 04:45:49 +0000

Quentin Tarantino's latest film - 'Django Unchained' - hasn't even hit theaters yet (you'll have to wait until Christmas Day for that) but talk has already turned to what his next film might be. It seems early to speculate on another film but when a director as good as Tarantino talks retirement, you need to enjoy what few movies you may have left. So what's Tarantino got up his sleeve for his next project?

Quentin Tarantino Talks Retirement, Planning a Novel and HBO Miniseries?

Mike Sampson — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:40:00 +0000

Quentin Tarantino is serious about this retirement business. The 'Django Unchained' director hinted that he might only have a few movies left in him and he's not just talking to hear himself talk. In a new interview, Tarantino insists he's almost ready to hang it up and talks about plans he has for the future.

'Django Unchained' Trailer: Tarantino's Next Looks Amazing

Damon Houx — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 18:30:25 +0000

You saw a crappy glimpse of the ‘Django Unchained’ trailer last night via ‘Entertainment Tonight’ (the voiceover from the ‘ET’ anchor was crappy, not the footage) but today you get the real thing: the full ‘Django Unchained‘ trailer is here.