Quentin Tarantino's 'Cinema Speculation' Critiques Mainstream Film and Fan Culture

In 2022, Quentin Tarantino published 'Cinema Speculation,' which examines New Hollywood cinema from the late 1960s through the early 1980s, highlighting films such as 'Bonnie and Clyde' (1967), 'Easy Rider' (1969), and 'The Graduate' (1967). During an appearance on Tom Segura's podcast '2 Bears, 1 Cave,' he voiced his concerns about the 'Marvel-isation of Hollywood.' The book predominantly showcases a white, male perspective, spotlighting icons like Steve McQueen and Clint Eastwood, while overlooking female directors and more profound political commentary. Although it touches on Blaxploitation films, it does not provide specific chapters on them. Tarantino also ponders how films like 'Taxi Driver' (1976) and 'Hardcore' (1979) could be reimagined. The narrative is conversational, leaning more towards nostalgia than rigorous academic analysis.