Tarantino‘s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” Leaving Netflix: A Career-Defining Masterpiece Disappearing Soon
Quentin Tarantino fans have a limited window to revisit his critically acclaimed “once Upon a Time in Hollywood” on Netflix,as the film will be removed from the streaming service on November 30th. The 2019 release, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt, is widely considered a crowning achievement in Tarantino’s filmography, and some believe it represents a perfect culmination of his artistic vision.
Set in 1969 Hollywood, the film follows Rick Dalton (DiCaprio), a fading television actor, and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Pitt) as they navigate a changing industry. Their story unfolds alongside the real-life events surrounding director Roman Polanski (Rafal Zawierucha) and actress Sharon Tate (Margot Robbie), culminating in the shadow of the Manson Family’s infamous crimes.
Critics have lauded “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” for its evocative recreation of a bygone era and its deeply emotional core. The film isn’t driven by plot, but rather by “moods rather than plot-based dramaturgy,” according to FILMSTARTS, and presents “the past…no longer factual, but becomes a story that we tell ourselves.” Tarantino distills time “as an illusionary souvenir,” creating a “melancholic,fairytale-like fable.”
The film is also celebrated for its exploration of pop culture and a notably tender depiction of male friendship. Tarantino, the review notes, appears “more aware than ever of his identity as a filmmaker.” it echoes the style of his earlier work, such as “Jackie Brown,” moving “through images, words and movements.”
