Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood finally gets the Born to Watch treatment, and the boys go deep on one of the most unique films of the modern era.
Set in 1969 Los Angeles, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood follows fading TV actor Rick Dalton and his stunt double Cliff Booth as Hollywood changes around them. Against the looming backdrop of the Charles Manson murders, Tarantino creates a nostalgic fairy tale packed with unforgettable performances, incredible music, stunning production design and one of the wildest endings of his career.
In this episode, Whitey, Damo and G-Man break down why the movie becomes even better on repeat viewings, especially once you realise it’s not really about Charles Manson at all. Instead, it’s a story about friendship, fading fame, self-doubt and an industry moving on from the old guard.
The boys discuss:
Leonardo DiCaprio’s brilliant performance as Rick Dalton
Brad Pitt’s Oscar-winning role as Cliff Booth
Margot Robbie’s portrayal of Sharon Tate
Tarantino’s recreation of 1969 Hollywood
The Spahn Ranch sequence
The incredible soundtrack and radio ads
Why the ending works so perfectly
The insane depth of the cast
Whether this is Tarantino’s best-looking movie
As always, things quickly spiral into complete nonsense with conversations about giant murals of yourself, Playboy Mansion parties, hitchhiking hippies, Strangles’ spadger diploma, and how many cigarettes were smoked during the movie.
There’s also another Snobs Report Special, underrated 2019 movie recommendations, and plenty of classic Born to Watch chaos.
Whether you’re a massive Quentin Tarantino fan or just love hearing three Aussie blokes talk movies and rubbish for two hours, this episode is packed with laughs, film trivia and genuine love for cinema.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Is Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Tarantino’s masterpiece?
Was Brad Pitt better than Leo?
Did the ending shock you the first time?
Is Cliff Booth the coolest Tarantino character ever?
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