Quentin Tarantino’s ‘The Movie Critic’ Had a Problem Before it Was Dropped

Quentin Tarantino’s much-anticipated tenth and supposed final film, ‘The Movie Critic,’ stirred up quite a storm among movie buffs. The prospect of Tarantino’s swansong, paired with Brad Pitt’s potential return to the silver screen, had fans eagerly awaiting its release. Initially touted as Tarantino’s farewell to filmmaking, it promised to be a star-studded affair, with Pitt poised to reprise his role as Cliff Booth from the acclaimed ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.’

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Los Angeles, ‘The Movie Critic’ was set to explore new narrative territory for Tarantino, with a focus on a female protagonist. Pitt’s portrayal of the enigmatic Cliff Booth had earned him his first Oscar, adding to the anticipation surrounding his return to the character.

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However, hopes were dashed when news broke that Tarantino had a change of heart, shelving the project indefinitely. Despite initial excitement, the reality of the film’s cancellation hit hard. Speculation had been rife about Leonardo DiCaprio’s potential return as Rick Dalton, Cliff Booth’s on-screen counterpart. Yet, DiCaprio’s well-known aversion to sequels cast doubt on his involvement, ultimately posing a significant obstacle to the project’s realisation.

Tarantino’s decision to abandon ‘The Movie Critic’ left fans disappointed, marking a surprising turn of events in the director’s celebrated career. While the allure of a Tarantino-Pitt collaboration was undeniable, it seems that the stars were not aligned for this particular cinematic venture.