QT8: The First Eight

This 2019 American documentary film, directed by Tara Wood, offers an in-depth exploration of the first eight films by iconic director Quentin Tarantino. Covering his journey from working at the Video Archives store to the release of his eighth feature film, "The Hateful Eight" (2015), the documentary delves into seminal works like "Reservoir Dogs," "Pulp Fiction," "Jackie Brown," the "Kill Bill" volumes, "Death Proof," "Inglourious Basterds," and "Django Unchained." The film features interviews with Tarantino's frequent collaborators, including Samuel L. Jackson, Tim Roth, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Diane Kruger, Kurt Russell, Christoph Waltz, Jamie Foxx, Lucy Liu, Bruce Dern, Robert Forster, Zoë Bell, Eli Roth, and Michael Madsen, who share insights into the filmmaking process, Tarantino's distinctive style, and his impact on contemporary cinema. The documentary also addresses complex topics such as Tarantino's relationship with Harvey Weinstein and the on-set incident involving Uma Thurman during the filming of "Kill Bill." Although Tarantino himself does not appear on camera, his presence is felt through archival footage and quotes, providing a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of the director's work and influence.