“If you go out and see a lot of movies in a given year, it's really hard to come up with a top ten, because you saw a lot of stuff that you liked. A top 20 is easier. You probably get one masterpiece a year, and I don't think you should expect more than one masterpiece a year, except in a really great year.”

American filmmaker, actor, and author

Quentin Tarantino is an American filmmaker, actor, and author. He is known for films that mix graphic violence, long stretches of talk, and frequent references to popular culture. His work has attracted both a devoted cult following and major critical and commercial success. He has also been described by some as the most influential director of his generation, and his films have earned numerous honors, including two Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and four Golden Globe Awards.