You don't go see a Quentin Tarintino film for the plot. He is not renown for his remarkable explosions. What he does, better than almost anyone, is write gritty, solid characters who find themselves in remarkably violent scenarios. And his latest film, Django Unchained brings this to a whole new level. With a star studded cast along for the ride, with nods going out to Jamie Foxx, Samuel L. Jackson, and Leonardo DiCaprio, Tarantino tackles this period piece with a graphic, gore soaked gusto that didn't fail to bring a smile to my face. While the film clocks in at just under 3 hours, it doesn't drag. The plot moves briskly, and the characters have enough depth, that the audience is engaged by their trials and very nuanced performances.
What sets this film apart for me is the rhythm and flow. The pacing really is superb. Every moment that makes it onto the big screen is there for a reason. In my humble opinion, it is Mr. Tarantino's best film to date. Check it out in the big screen while you still can, but be warned, it is not for the faint of heart.
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