Inspirational Directors Part 1

- “When people ask me if I went to film school I tell them, 'no, I went to films.'"

To me Tarantino is one of the all time greats in directing, his uniqueness and specialities mean his work can be easily distinguished from others and mainly because of his ability to input his personality into all his films no matter the genre or plot. I feel his input to the film industry will one day be as great as early directors who shaped the future of films such as Alfred Hitchcock.

Quentin Tarantino's fame skyrocketed with the release of the hit film "Reservoir Dogs". After writing the script in a reported three and a half weeks, the (relatively) low budget heist themed, dialogue-driven blockbuster was found to be what would shape Tarantino's future film career

After receiving offers from Hollywood to direct films like Men in Black (and refusing them), he started production on the extremely well received Pulp Fiction, which solidified his fame in the directors seat. Indeed, the latter was the cause for nomination for best picture, best director and best original screenplay, though humbly receiving only the award for best original screenplay.

Kill Bill Vol. and 2 are also very notable films that he directed.

Critics often agree that Quentin Tarantino "bends and reshapes" genres; his originality in films sets him apart from others in the thriller and crime genres that he often partakes in. He often uses unusual storytelling device in his films, such as retrospection in "Reservoir Dogs", and the non-linear style in Pulp Ficiton to further his distinction. His unabashed look on violence is often seen in his films, though using 'seen' loosely, as the most extreme violence is often off screen, and merely implied. Further proof comes straight from his mouth: "Violence is one of the most fun things to watch."

Reports from co-directors, actors, and others who work with him all tell the same thing about Tarantino; he's an incredibly talented director, with a penchant for oddness. Also ruthlessness. Certainly, his outlook on violence, and his cutthroat approach to directing are reflected in his films. And one other thing that never varies is told by one Roth, an actor in Inglorious Bastards: “Tarantino always fosters an air of a great place to be creative.”

I believe that by studying the works of Tarantino we as a group will be able to greatly improve the atmosphere and realism of our film, in terms of our filming, directing, actor guidance and script writing.