Here are the facts:
Dogs was good, Pulp is a kind of benchmark that many films will (unfortunatley) be compared to for another 5-7 years now. It revolutionized independent cinema as a viable market, many would argue for the worse. Still, whats done is done. Upon watching Pulp now, it seems a bit dated, almost cliche. The dialogue still pops but after so many imitations, its hard to remember it in the proper context of 94.
Tarintino has a knack for snappy dialogue, that is all. He thrust himself into this director-superstar position because he is a ham and a failed, wannabe actor. "When dealing with Quentin, you have to always remember that he wanted to be an actor first"
I think uma said that..
anyways, thats all he has going for him. Im sure he directs his actors well in his own stories, but in terms of composition/framing and overall directorial style he is rather bland. People that name him as the favorite director usually cannot name too many other directors besides spielberg et al.
he sort of represents american independent cinema to the average small town american and that...well...sucks. to me, anyways.
in conclusion:
yes, he is very overrated
everyone on his jock needs to expand their horizons and brush up on their underground/independent/international cinema.
anyways, I cant wait for a couple years from now, when I am on top (I am a director) and I can diss quentin in magazines.
look for me
haha
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