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5 stars: I’d give more if I could. Stunning acting, beautiful language, interesting scripts and creative scenery. It is difficult to exaggerate the excellence of Quentin Tarantino’s latest film Inglourious Basterds. It is quite simply his masterpiece.

Set in Nazi Occupied France, Tarantino wows his audiences by starting the film with the entry line of “Once upon a time… in Nazi occupied France”. The story takes us from French cow country, to the city lights of Paris and perverses the history books to create what one may call a Jewish Dream. A series of twists and bends take us on a roller coaster ride of Tarantino’s thoughts, and his eye for detail and scenic depth allow us to enjoy the beauty of each precise shot and scene, whether it is outdoor or indoor.

The acting is second to none, straight off the top drawer. Typically, a host of guest actors, and foreign talent are on display, and the multi tongued Christopher Waltz shows offers a lesson in acting throughout the film. Bradd Pitt would be the first eye catcher on the all star line up, however his role is rather cameo when compared to the superb Waltz. Tarantino uses his critical eye throughout the film and his controlling nature as a director ensures all thoughts, even the details one would call insignificant, are portrayed majestically.

The use of language is perhaps the film’s most interesting characteristic three languages are used and this adds reality and urgency to the script, and also respects the different languages of our union. English should not be the only language at our cinemas and all films set in other countries should use the original language, as it is simply unfair to replace cultures with a global language. One thing that annoys me personally is seeing foreign accents represent languages, this is simply ridiculous, and though the temptation might have been irresistible, Tarantino still ensures all languages are respected and this is the film’s highlight.

A brainchild of a genius, a masterpiece of a true great, this film is certainly one to watch for all cinema lovers.

C'est magnifique.
Masterpiece would be an understatement