Quentin Tarantino, although regarded as one of the best directors of modern cinema, is known for his unique style, which may not appeal to every viewer. In addition to his obvious passion for intense scenes of violence and bloodshed, Tarantino has often added unusual or even downright strange elements to his films, occasionally showing his love for theatre as well.
Speaking of which, this nearly crossed the line, as the iconic scene from Reservoir Dogs almost became a victim of editing.
The Iconic Scene in Reservoir Dogs Almost Didn’t Make It into the Film
The film, which marked Tarantino’s directorial breakthrough, eventually became a cult classic, but at one point, it was at risk of losing one of its best scenes. This scene, featuring Harvey Keitel and Steve Buscemi's characters, with Michael Madsen joining them, gave the audience a theatrical feel, becoming one of the most recognizable moments in the film — thanks to Tarantino, who insisted it remain in the final cut.
Tarantino Fought Hard to Keep the 'Theatrical Scene' in Reservoir Dogs
According to the director, this became one of the main challenges while working on the film. Although the scene looked very theatrical, Tarantino needed to shoot it cinematically. In fact, as Tarantino admitted, Reservoir Dogs has many theatrical elements — there’s rising tension, characters who can't simply leave, and everything is driven by the drama created by the actors. That scene, in the end, became a matter of principle for Tarantino. He realized that shooting it in one room would be simple, and it had to stay in the film because it played a crucial role in the plot.
