Once upon a time on Wall Street
Once upon a time on Wall Street

Once upon a time on Wall Street

2017Movie53 minFrench

Documentary on Oliver Stone's Wall Street.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic83/100
Google Users84%
Director: Quentin TarantinoGenres: Comedy-drama, Black comedy, Neo-noir

Plot Summary

In 1969 Los Angeles, fading television actor Rick Dalton and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth navigate a changing industry and make an unlikely new friend: their next-door neighbor, Sharon Tate. As Rick struggles to find meaningful work in a Hollywood he no longer recognizes, he and Cliff find themselves entangled in the dark underbelly of the era, including the Manson Family. It's a tale of friendship, a changing Hollywood, and the looming shadow of tragic real-life events.

Critical Reception

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood received widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise directed at Tarantino's direction, the screenplay, the performances of DiCaprio and Pitt, the production design, and its nostalgic depiction of 1969 Los Angeles. While some critics debated its portrayal of female characters and its handling of historical events, the film was a commercial success and a major awards contender.

What Reviewers Say

  • A meticulously crafted and sprawling love letter to a bygone era of Hollywood.
  • The performances of DiCaprio and Pitt are a standout, offering a compelling dynamic.
  • Tarantino's signature dialogue and stylistic flair are on full display, though the narrative meanders at times.

Google audience: Audiences praised the film's stylish direction, the chemistry between the lead actors, and its nostalgic portrayal of 1960s Hollywood. Some viewers found the pacing to be 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. Won 3 Golden Globe Awards (Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for DiCaprio, Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture for Pitt), nominated for 5. Won 1 BAFTA Award (Best Supporting Actor for Pitt), nominated for 9.

Fun Fact

The iconic Spahn Ranch, where the Manson Family lived, was a meticulously recreated set built on a ranch outside of Los Angeles, as the original location was too undeveloped and inaccessible.

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