During his appearance at the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, acclaimed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino revealed he might delay the production of his long-anticipated final film until next year. This announcement has sparked significant interest and speculation among fans and film enthusiasts alike.
Initially, fans expected Tarantino to commence production on his tenth and final cinematic venture, The Movie Critic, last year. The sudden decision to abandon this project entirely and start anew left many supporters in disbelief. As he spoke at the Sundance Film Festival (via Deadline), Tarantino hinted at a potential delay in the project, suggesting that he may not dive into production until sometime next year or possibly even later. This shift in plans has left fans eagerly anticipating what his ultimate film will entail.
During his talk, Tarantino expressed, ?I?m in no hurry to jump into production right now. I?ve been doing that for 30 years,? emphasizing his desire to take a more measured approach. He elaborated, claiming, ?The idea of jumping on a voyage when they?re too young to understand it is not enticing to me. I kind of want to not do whatever movie I end up doing until my son is at least 6. That way he?ll know what?s going on, he?ll be there, and it will be a memory for the rest of his life.? Given that Tarantino?s son was born in 2020, this implies that the director is considering a timeline that aligns with his son?s growth and understanding.
Additionally, Tarantino mentioned that he is currently engaged in developing a play, which he hopes to debut within the next year. He stated, ?If that?s a smash hit, that might be my last movie.? This reveals that Tarantino’s creative pursuits are not limited to film, and he remains open to exploring new avenues in storytelling.
Reflecting on the announcement of his retirement after completing ten films, I believe it was a strategic misstep. While it?s essential for an artist to follow their vision, setting such high expectations can put immense pressure on any forthcoming Tarantino project. This declaration has elevated the anticipation surrounding his final film to unprecedented heights, potentially making it challenging to meet those expectations. Perhaps it would have been more prudent for him to create his film and then announce his departure, saying, ?I?m out!? after the fact. Nonetheless, if anyone can successfully navigate a grand exit from the film industry, it?s undoubtedly Tarantino.
Prior to his decision to scrap The Movie Critic, numerous speculations circulated regarding its content and cast. Tarantino had indicated that the film would take place in California during 1977 and would revolve around a character who was ?based on a guy who really lived, but was never really famous, and he used to write movie reviews for a porno rag.? Moreover, there were discussions about Brad Pitt potentially starring in the film, with some fans suggesting that he could reprise his role as stuntman Cliff Booth from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Other actors rumored to be in consideration included Paul Walter Hauser, David Krumholtz, Olivia Wilde, and even Tom Cruise, creating a buzz of excitement among the film community.
While the reasons behind Tarantino’s decision to abandon The Movie Critic remain unclear, insiders close to the director have suggested that he ?had grown more excited by other ideas.? This indicates that Tarantino is constantly evolving as a creator, always on the lookout for fresh inspiration that aligns with his artistic vision.
