Is “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” His Last Film?

Quentin Tarantino, the master of cinematic storytelling, has consistently stated that he plans to direct 10 films and then retire. With his latest masterpiece, 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood,' being his ninth film, one must question: is this the end of the road for the legendary director?

Tarantino’s Ten-Movie Plan

Since his start in the film industry, Quentin Tarantino has directed numerous critically acclaimed films. According to his own words, he intends to direct a total of 10 films before hanging up his camera. Let’s take a look at the entire list of his directed films:

Reservoir Dogs (1992) Pulp Fiction (1994) Jackie Brown (1997) Kill Bill: Volume 1 (2003) Kill Bill: Volume 2 (2004) Death Proof (2007) Inglourious Basterds (2009) Django Unchained (2012) The Hateful Eight (2015) Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (2019)

Note that 'Kill Bill' is considered a single film split into two volumes. Therefore, based on Tarantino's own statement, he still has one more film to go under his directorial belt.

Assessing the Probability of Another Film

Many might question whether Tarantino’s claim of directing 10 films is still on the cards. Indeed, as of the release of 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood,' he is nine films away from his goal. However, under his own terms, he has not yet reached the limit. While it's a possibility that he might change his mind and extend his career, this seems highly unlikely given how he set the goal and sticks to his artistic vision.

Moreover, quality and creativity are often more important to Tarantino than the simple number of films. His retirement, according to his own statements, is based on a desire to stop making films, not a strict numerical target. This makes the possibility of another film more plausible.

Exploring Potential Next Projects

So, what could Tarantino’s next project be if he does choose to continue his directorial journey? The sky is the limit, and given his track record, it's anyone’s guess. Here are some possibilities:

Star Trek Project: In early media reports, it was suggested that Tarantino might direct a Star Trek film. However, this seems unlikely, especially as he has already demonstrated his versatility and creativity in other genres. Kill Bill 3: Rumors persisted about Tarantino meeting with Uma Thurman to discuss a third installment of 'Kill Bill.' While these were just rumors, if he decides to move forward with it, it would be a fitting tribute to his timeless series. Slasher Film: Tarantino has often expressed a desire to direct a slasher film, similar to 'Death Proof.' Given his experience with this genre in the past, the option to return to it is certainly there, albeit unlikely due to the similarities with his previous film.

Ultimately, the decision to make another film rests in Tarantino’s hands. Regardless of his next move, one thing is clear: he has established a legacy that will continue to influence the film industry for years to come.