For Love of The Movies

Back in 1992, prior to Pulp Fiction, we were introduced to an exceptional film maker, who literally changed our perception on what film was, how it needed to look and how it needed to be made. There have been numerous copycats, there have been numerous failures. Even those that mimic his style will have to admit that they broke them mould when they made Quentin Tarantino. Fans and critics alike have noted his recent lack of form. Reservoir Dogs was a revelation, Pulp Fiction was a masterpiece and then things got ‘average’. Please note that whilst I use the word ‘average’, Tarantino has a whole separate scale to normal film-makers. ‘Average’ on anyone else’s scale would be ‘Golden Globe’ material. But, from what we had come to expect from him, it seemed that Pulp Fiction was the best it was ever going to get. But then… Once Upon A Time In Nazi Occupied France…  

In 1978, Enzo G. Castellari, directed “ Quel maledetto treno blindato” or as it was (continue reading…)