Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #570: Quentin Tarantino, Max Brooks, Dan Carlin
Jun 26, 2021
Join Quentin Tarantino, the iconic filmmaker of hits like 'Pulp Fiction,' and Max Brooks, author of 'World War Z,' as they dive into the intersections of film, freedom, and personal growth. They reflect on the evolution of storytelling amid political tensions and share their thoughts on the impact of historical pandemics on society. The conversation also touches on the rise of alcohol use during COVID-19 and its connection to mental health, revealing humorous insights and societal critiques along the way.
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Nostalgia for Novelizations
- Bill Maher reminisces about novelizations of films being common during his youth.
- Tarantino's new book, based on his film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, evokes this nostalgia.
Don't Retire
- Bill Maher advises Quentin Tarantino not to retire, citing his young age and peak performance.
- He argues Tarantino's skills will continue to improve, making future films potentially even better.
Directorial Peak
- Quentin Tarantino believes directors generally don't improve after a certain point in their careers.
- He uses Don Siegel's filmography as an example, highlighting Escape from Alcatraz as a strong final film.