Once Upon A Time In Hollywood.
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My son and I went to see Once Upon A Time in Hollywood last night. I won’t force you to skim to the bottom of my drivel for my recommendation, if that is all you are seeking - it’s an extremely well done film, and I recommend you see it - if you like Tarantino’s work.
It’s fair to say that I enjoy his work (except Dusk Til Dawn - I never could figure that one out, lol). To me, his films are FULL of texture. On the one hand, watching his work is like sitting at a table and having him throw you pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, one at a time. The farther in you get, you start putting the pieces together, and forming the story - but you don’t see the whole thing until the very end. But more than that, each piece is fascinating in its own right, worthy of study and admiration. In fact, Tarantino’s best films (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction) almost play like a dozen or so short stories, woven together into a compelling tapestry. Once Upon A Time in Hollywood is no exception.
The story unfolds in 1969 LA, against the backdrop of the Sharon Tate murder. Just the scenery is a joyous trip down memory lane - the cars, tv programs, clothing, etc... then there’s the cast - Pitt and DiCaprio obviously (and their first work together), but intriguing supporting performances from Olyphant, Russell, Pacino and Luke Perry (his last film role, R.I.P.).
Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed this film. It keeps you wanting to “peek around the corner”, and see what happens next. It’s not as “R” rated as most of Tarantino’s work, and there is an Easter egg in the credits, so sit tight for a few minutes at the end.
https://youtu.be/ELeMaP8EPAA
It’s fair to say that I enjoy his work (except Dusk Til Dawn - I never could figure that one out, lol). To me, his films are FULL of texture. On the one hand, watching his work is like sitting at a table and having him throw you pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, one at a time. The farther in you get, you start putting the pieces together, and forming the story - but you don’t see the whole thing until the very end. But more than that, each piece is fascinating in its own right, worthy of study and admiration. In fact, Tarantino’s best films (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction) almost play like a dozen or so short stories, woven together into a compelling tapestry. Once Upon A Time in Hollywood is no exception.
The story unfolds in 1969 LA, against the backdrop of the Sharon Tate murder. Just the scenery is a joyous trip down memory lane - the cars, tv programs, clothing, etc... then there’s the cast - Pitt and DiCaprio obviously (and their first work together), but intriguing supporting performances from Olyphant, Russell, Pacino and Luke Perry (his last film role, R.I.P.).
Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed this film. It keeps you wanting to “peek around the corner”, and see what happens next. It’s not as “R” rated as most of Tarantino’s work, and there is an Easter egg in the credits, so sit tight for a few minutes at the end.
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Thanks for the review, I have seeing this on my weekend to do list. The subject and the cast make it a no brainer for me. Looking forward to seeing it.The best way to predict the future is to invent it.
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Love Tarantino
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I'm looking forward to this as well. I love his work and absolutely loved The Hateful 8. Always amazing dialog and character development.Just a dude doing dude-ly things
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My son and I went to see Once Upon A Time in Hollywood last night. I won’t force you to skim to the bottom of my drivel for my recommendation, if that is all you are seeking - it’s an extremely well done film, and I recommend you see it - if you like Tarantino’s work.
It’s fair to say that I enjoy his work (except Dusk Til Dawn - I never could figure that one out, lol). To me, his films are FULL of texture. On the one hand, watching his work is like sitting at a table and having him throw you pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, one at a time. The farther in you get, you start putting the pieces together, and forming the story - but you don’t see the whole thing until the very end. But more than that, each piece is fascinating in its own right, worthy of study and admiration. In fact, Tarantino’s best films (Kill Bill, Pulp Fiction) almost play like a dozen or so short stories, woven together into a compelling tapestry. Once Upon A Time in Hollywood is no exception.
The story unfolds in 1969 LA, against the backdrop of the Sharon Tate murder. Just the scenery is a joyous trip down memory lane - the cars, tv programs, clothing, etc... then there’s the cast - Pitt and DiCaprio obviously (and their first work together), but intriguing supporting performances from Olyphant, Russell, Pacino and Luke Perry (his last film role, R.I.P.).
Yes, I thoroughly enjoyed this film. It keeps you wanting to “peek around the corner”, and see what happens next. It’s not as “R” rated as most of Tarantino’s work, and there is an Easter egg in the credits, so sit tight for a few minutes at the end.https://youtu.be/ELeMaP8EPAA
Enough said.
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You sure about that? They did 8mm and 32mm screenings around town in DFW.Analog: MoFi MasterTracker > MoFi UltraDeck > Sutherland 20/20
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nope just jerkin Buds leash.... Many 4K panels are on clearance so I'm thinking that 8K stuff will be out VERY quickly so 8K disc's are coming soon as well. Many movies are already shot in 8K and down-converted to 4k as it is. -
So far there is no standard for 8K, so you can buy an 8K TV today, and it might be obsolete later. I guess if you have a 200” TV then 8K might be useful. I probably will get one in 5-10 years, but I don’t watch much TV anymore.Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits. -
So far there is no standard for 8K, so you can buy an 8K TV today, and it might be obsolete later. I guess if you have a 200” TV then 8K might be useful. I probably will get one in 5-10 years, but I don’t watch much TV anymore.
they'll get it worked out Bud -
Im totally happy with 1080p
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Im totally happy with 1080p
1080p still looks beautiful on a 10-year-old Panasonic plasma.
