Why Quentin Tarantino said yes to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2
It is another Oscar -winning director who tells why the filmmaker agreed to let David FINCHER make a sequel with Brad Pitt.
He is not one to leave anyone touching his works. And yet, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2 will be done without him. Quentin Tarantino said yes in a row with Brad Pitt and directed by David Fincher. An unexpected green light, for this spin-off centered on Cliff Booth. So why did he accept?
It is Steven Soderbergh which gives the answer. Questioned by Business Insiderthe director of Traffic And Ocean’s Elevenclose to Finishexplained that the idea does not come out of nowhere. It’s a story of friendship, confidence, and certainly perfect timing:
“No, I was not really surprised, because it’s Brad”said Soderbergh. “David (Fincher) and he is always looking for something to do together.”
The filmmaker of Fight Club And Benjamin Button wanted to work again with the superstar. And Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2 had everything the ideal project. Steven Soderbergh explain :
“Apparently, Quentin (Tarantino) did not want to realize it. So Brad asked him: ‘It bothers you if I show that to David (Fincher)?’ And Quentin said ok!
What is on the other hand is that Tarantinoknown to keep total control over his work, agreed to let his universe go in other hands.
“What is surprising is that Quentin has accepted”admits Steven Soderberghespecially since the scenario is signed Qt in person. He would have actually accepted that Pitt transmitted it to Finishseduced by the idea of giving a new life to this character he loves.
“I was aware that it was going to be done“Take again Soderbergh”But I also knew that it was a major info. In fact, I was surprised that the info is not coming out earlier. But it is launched, and it will be done very quickly in my opinion. “
The planets were aligned. Tarantino did not want to do it, but he knew that finishing would be worthy. And above all, he trusts Pitt to carry his inheritance.
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2 does not yet have a release date. But the shooting should take place this summer.
