Of the last two decades, the most influential and stylish director must be the controversial, motor mouth Quentin Tarantino. Gaining fame for his realistic and snarky dialogue in films like Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction, he is a lover of trashy B-movies. The exploitation films of the 1970s heavily influenced his movies and his artistic style makes him unique. From his obvious foot fetish to his Oscar winning screenplay, he has made some of the most memorable films of all time, whether for good or for bad.
5. Reservoir Dogs
There’s nothing like a comedy/drama/rampage/crime/comically violent/dramatically obtuse film to really shock you. In a good way of course. Tarantino’s first film has great dialogue and characters that are very quotable. the highlight of this film, however, is the awesome soundtrack. B+
4. Death Proof
Honestly, Tarantino’s half of Grindhousehit the mark. In my opinion, Robert Rodriguez’s zombie film was more of a joke or thing you do for fun instead of a serious attempt at recreating the inglorious exploitation films of the Grindhouse era. This is where Tarantino steps in saving the movie. It works, unlike Planet Terror, as a film by itself. It is very talkative and at times, like a foul version of a Friends episode, but it’s chase sequence will go down in history as one of the greatest car scenes ever. White knuckle suspense inhabits half of the movie and the banter between the actresses is very enjoyable. A-
3. Kill Bill Vol. 1
This is less a film than a compilation of genres in Tarantino’s head. And it works. It’s fin and extremely violent. It lacks the dialogue he’s famous for, but adds even more the elements of artistic visuals he’s getting gradually recognized for. With epic action sequences and a few hundred gallons of blood, this makes all other mindless compilations films pale in comparison. (Come to think of it, are there any more?) A-
2. Kill Bill Vol. 2
While Volume 1, was all about the over-the-top action, this one returns to what Tarantino does best: tell a story with great dialogue. The Bride (Uma Thurman) is back and ready to do exactly what the title suggests. The story is emotional and a little corny, but it’s still a heartfelt ending. Also has an entire backstory, which is very much appreciated. A
1. Pulp Fiction
Oscar winning script. Memorable storyline. Some of the best dialogue in the history of cinema. n all star cast. Need I say more? A
Honorable Mention: Jackie Brown
Tarantino’s most underrated film has all of the great elements of his other films, but for some reason fails to get anyone’s attention. Enjoyable and funny, as always. B+
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