Added to Crave on Wednesday, Jan 3, 2024 The Hateful Eight, a film directed by Quentin Tarantino, unfolds in a post-Civil War Wyoming winter landscape. The narrative centers around eight strangers taking refuge in a stagecoach stopover during a blizzard. As the storm intensifies, tensions rise, secrets emerge, and a web of intrigue unravels, leading to unexpected alliances and betrayals. The plot cleverly weaves elements of mystery, drama, and suspense, challenging viewers to question the true motives of its complex characters.
Length: 2h 48m
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Western
This Title is: Intense, Suspenseful, Dark
“The Hateful Eight” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Crave IN CANADA!
Trailer
Cast
- Samuel L. Jackson as Major Marquis Warren
- Kurt Russell as John Ruth
- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Daisy Domergue
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R for strong bloody violence, a scene of violent sexual content, language, and some graphic nudity
Content warnings include extreme violence, graphic scenes, and strong language.
Trivia
- The film was shot on 70mm film, a rare choice in the modern digital era.
- Ennio Morricone composed the score, his first for a Western film in over 40 years.
- The movie received three Academy Award nominations, including Best Supporting Actress for Jennifer Jason Leigh.
Our Review
The Hateful Eight is a masterful blend of suspense, drama, and dark humor, showcasing Tarantino’s signature style of storytelling. The film’s slow burn pacing is balanced by intense dialogue and sudden bursts of violence. The ensemble cast delivers powerful performances, with standout roles from Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, and Jennifer Jason Leigh. The cinematography captures the harsh winter landscape, adding to the film’s tense atmosphere. Overall, The Hateful Eight is a compelling watch, especially for fans of Tarantino’s work and the Western genre.
Critic Scores
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