The sequel movie to Quentin Tarantino’sOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodhas reportedly received its title. Like all Tarantino movies,Once Upon a Time in Hollywoodfeatures an ensemble cast, with Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio playing the roles of Cliff Booth and Rick Dalton, respectively. The movie received critical acclaim and became Tarantino’s highest-grossing movie to date, with Pitt winning an Oscar for his performance. Recently, reports have emerged that Pitt will return as Booth in a newOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodmovie directed by David Fincher.
In aDeadlineinterview with Michael B. Jordan for his new movieSinners, it was casually reported that theOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodfollow-upisreportedly titledThe Continuing Adventures of Cliff Booth. The movie’s plot is expected to follow Booth’s charismatic stuntman as he becomes a Hollywood studio fixer. No other details are known about the movie yet, though it is built on a screenplay written by Tarantino.
What This Means For Cliff Booth’s Future
The Movie Has A Chance To Get Creative With The Character
Cliff was already one of the most enigmatic and intriguing characters fromOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood, and his mysterious backstory only added to the appeal.There are questions that remain regarding Cliff’s backstory, including whether he did actually murder his wife. This is something the follow-up movie could focus on. The fact that Fincher will helm the project means it is likely to be darkly violent, complex, and compelling, but in a way separate from Tarantino.
Pitt is one of the most recognizable and bankable stars in Hollywood, andhis desire to return to Cliff Booth illustrates the strength and appeal of the character. The movie is likely to focus onwhat happened to Cliff Booth afterOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodand how he wound up becoming a studio fixer in one of Hollywood’s most defining eras. Which other characters from the original movie or from Cliff’s past might show up remains unclear at this point, but this is certainly a project that could have some strong legs.
Our Take On A Cliff Booth Movie
The Charismatic Stuntman Might Become A Cinematic Icon
Already a charismatic character,Cliff Booth might even have the chance to become a cinematic iconwith this new movie. Since Tarantino wrote the script, it can be assumed that Booth’s next moves are all approved by the director, and that they will come from an organic place set up by the original film.Once Upon a Time in Hollywoodis one ofTarantino’s best movies, and Cliff is clearly the film’s breakout character, so his standalone movie could easily cement his legacy as a legendary Hollywood character.
Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Cast
Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, which takes place in Los Angeles in 1969, at the height of hippy Hollywood. The two lead characters are Rick Dalton, the former star of a western TV series, and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth. Both struggle to make it in a Hollywood they don’t recognize anymore, but Rick soon realizes he’s the next-door neighbor of the infamous Sharon Tate.
