Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood
Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood

2019Movie162 minEnglish

Los Angeles, 1969. TV star Rick Dalton, a struggling actor specializing in westerns, and stuntman Cliff Booth, his best friend, try to survive in a constantly changing movie industry. Dalton is the neighbor of the young and promising actress and model Sharon Tate, who has just married the prestigious Polish director Roman Polanski…

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic83
Google Users84%
Director: Quentin TarantinoGenres: Comedy-drama, Black comedy

Plot Summary

In 1969 Los Angeles, fading television actor Rick Dalton and his stunt double Cliff Booth navigate the changing landscape of the film industry. As Rick struggles to find meaningful work, he grapples with his own insecurities, while Cliff deals with the rumors surrounding his wife's death. Their lives become intertwined with Sharon Tate, a rising star living next door, leading to unexpected and climactic encounters with the dark side of Hollywood.

Critical Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its performances, Tarantino's direction and screenplay, production design, and its nostalgic portrayal of 1960s Hollywood. It was also praised for its blend of humor, drama, and its revisionist take on the Manson Family murders.

What Reviewers Say

  • A sprawling, ambitious, and often hilarious ode to a bygone era of Hollywood.
  • Boasts stellar performances from its lead actors, especially Brad Pitt.
  • Tarantino's signature style is on full display, blending meticulous period detail with shocking violence.

Google audience: Google users generally loved the film, praising its humor, the chemistry between DiCaprio and Pitt, and the detailed recreation of 1969 Los Angeles. Some found the pacing slow in parts, but the overall sentiment was highly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Won 2 Academy Awards (Best Supporting Actor for Brad Pitt, Best Production Design), nominated for 10 total Academy Awards. Won 2 Golden Globe Awards (Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Supporting Actor for Brad Pitt), nominated for 5 total Golden Globes. Won 2 BAFTA Awards (Best Supporting Actor for Brad Pitt, Best Production Design).

Fun Fact

The role of Sharon Tate was initially offered to Jennifer Lawrence, but she turned it down due to scheduling conflicts.

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AstroNoud

AstroNoud

“Is everybody okay?” “Well... the fuckin' hippies aren't. That's for goddamn sure.” I have watched this film in the cinema when it first came out in 2019, but didn’t think it was that great. After my second watch, 4 years and a good 550 ...
GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

OK, I'm giving it 10 stars, not because it's a great film and not because it's one of QT's best films... but because compared to everything else out there today it is a Masterpiece. However, unfortunately, anyone that has seen all of QT'...
Nathan

Nathan

An entertaining movie filled with fantastic performances and gripping dialogue. Although, this movie is slightly directionless as I was 2/3rds of the way through the movie and had no idea where it was trying to take me. Despite that fact, I...
Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

I found this to be an excellent movie despite (or partly because of) major variance from the historic events it is based on. Up until watching this movie, I had just seen four Tarantino films, so I guess I am not on his bandwagon. But I ...
Matthew Brady

Matthew Brady

“When you come to the end of the line, with a buddy who is more than a brother and a little less than a wife, getting blind drunk together is really the only way to say farewell.” ‘Once Upon a Time In Hollywood’ is a chilled blast from t...
JPV852

JPV852

Well, the last 15-minutes were great, the first 2.5 hours on the other hand was... uneventful. I have an interest in Hollywood, more from the 1980s though, so some of the slower scenes still kept my attention, but there's no real plot and m...
Wuchak

Wuchak

***Tarantino’s revenge on the Manson psychos*** In the late 60s, Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio), a popular TV Western actor, finds his career taking a downturn and tries to recover with the encouragement of his kick-axx stunt double and...
Gimly

Gimly

I'm not here to explain _Once Upon a Time In Hollywood_, just to enjoy it. _Final rating:★★★★ - Very strong appeal. A personal favourite._
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog :) Quentin Tarantino is one of the best filmmakers of all-time. He has undeniable talent behind the camera, and his movies are fated to leave a mark in each year they’re...
SWITCH.

SWITCH.

The movie isn’t for everyone, of course, but it’s a fun ride back to the past with fantastic performances, hilarious comedy and beautiful aesthetics. Tarantino is the one director in 2019 that can get huge names without people referring to ...