It’s widely recognized that HBO’s series “True Detective,” particularly its first season, is among the network’s all-time great shows. However, renowned director Quentin Tarantino found it so uninteresting that he couldn’t finish a single episode. Though Tarantino has yet to direct a television series, he’s known for his extensive TV viewing habits. Just like his movie reviews, Tarantino openly shares his thoughts on various TV shows. He was an avid fan of “Justified,” which is based on the work of one of his major influences, Elmore Leonard, and “How I Met Your Mother.
As a cinephile enamored with the eloquence of Aaron Sorkin’s dialogue, I’d gladly revisit each episode of “The Newsroom” not once, not twice, but thrice. Yet, despite HBO’s impressive lineup over the years, some gems like “True Detective” haven’t quite captured my imagination as a masterpiece of television. The Southern Gothic mystery series left me longing for something more engaging; it felt like an endless journey through the mundane rather than a captivating exploration of mystery.
Quentin Tarantino Thought True Detective Season 1 Was “Really Boring”
Tarantino Couldn’t Get Through A Single Episode
In a 2015 conversation with New York Magazine, Tarantino was queried if he had watched True Detective, which was still in its first season and on the brink of starting its second. Tarantino admitted that he attempted to watch the series’ initial episode, but he found it utterly uninteresting and thus abandoned it before completing the pilot. Notably, this is the same man who penned Death Proof, a slasher film known for its extensive dialogue.
True Detective Season 1 Is Indeed Slow (But It’s Not Boring At All)
The Dual Timelines Keep Its Mystery Storyline Compelling
The first series of “True Detective” maintains a deliberate, moody tempo; it’s not as action-packed as movies such as “Reservoir Dogs” or “Django Unchained”, which feature frequent shootouts, but it certainly isn’t tedious. Instead, Woody Harrelson and Matthew McConaughey deliver riveting performances as the principal detective pair from Louisiana, pursuing a serial killer. Harrelson skillfully portrays the moral grayness of an untrustworthy husband, while McConaughey delivers a restrained performance as a tormented individual. Their extended, contemplative discussions in the car may seem lengthy, but they never grow monotonous.
In the intricate storyline crafted by Nic Pizzolatto, events unfold simultaneously in two distinct time periods. One timeline follows Hart and Cohle as they delve into a murder case from the mid-90s, while another timeline, 17 years later, sees them revisiting this case due to its connection with a string of chilling new murders. The frequent shifts between these two periods keep the narrative captivating. This series showcases a distinctive atmosphere, blending the eerie mystery of Southern Gothic tales with the dark, comic-bookish flair of horror narratives. It’s visually arresting, filled with disquieting visuals and boasting an unforgettable one-shot scene worthy of recognition in the annals of action filmmaking.
Season 1 of True Detective meticulously develops its characters and their complex relationships both in past and present, while delving deeply into the intriguing threads of its mystery plotline. Although it may take time to reach its climax, this doesn’t equate to being dull. Instead, the payoff is well worth the wait; it richly compensates the viewers for their patience. It offers a captivating, immersive, intellectually stimulating cinematic journey.
Tarantino Was Also Not Interested In Watching True Detective Season 2
He Complained About Hollywood Actors Dressing Up As Average Joes
During an interview, Quentin Tarantino criticized the second season of “True Detective” shortly after its trailer was released. He openly expressed that the second season “appears unimpressive.” He found issue with the cast being composed of good-looking actors trying to portray characters that are not conventionally attractive. The cast for season 2 includes Colin Farrell, Rachel McAdams, and Taylor Kitsch, who were chosen to play unsophisticated, rough-edged blue-collar workers. Given that Nic Pizzolatto had less time to develop the intricate storyline for season 2 compared to season 1, it’s unlikely that Tarantino would have changed his negative opinion of the series.
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