Once upon a Time in Hollywood

A Tarantino Twist on Hollywood's Fading Star

Written byQuentin Tarantino

Narrated byJennifer Jason Leigh

Length12h42m

Release dateJune 29, 2021

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Genre Fiction

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.6 (21 ratings)

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Author	Quentin Tarantino
Narrator	Jennifer Jason Leigh
Runtime	12h42m
Published	June 29, 2021
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (21 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Movie, TV & Video Game Tie-Ins, Historical Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

This audiobook is a wild ride into the world of 1960s Hollywood, where the lines between reality and fiction blur. Jennifer Jason Leigh's narration is the perfect blend of sly wit and subtle menace, bringing to life the story of Rick Dalton, a faded TV star trying to cling to his past glories. Tarantino's writing is as engaging as ever, with a narrative that's both a loving tribute to the era and a scathing critique of its shallow excesses. This audiobook is a must-listen for fans of Tarantino's unique brand of pulp fiction.

Tags: Action & AdventureLiterature & FictionGenre FictionCrime FictionHollywoodQuentin Tarantino

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

I went into this audiobook expecting a Tarantino-flick on wheels, but what I got was something much more nuanced. Jennifer Jason Leigh's narration is fantastic, but what really sets this story apart is Tarantino's use of secondary characters. The way he weaves their lives into the main narrative is a masterclass in storytelling. My only criticism is that the pacing can feel a bit uneven at times, particularly in the final act. Still, this is a minor quibble in what's otherwise a wildly entertaining ride.

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