The performance of Waltz is, just as in Inglorious Bastards, perfect. So are Foxx, Leonardo DiCaprio (a rich slave owner) and Samuel L Jackson (his loyal servant). Four very divergent roles, but all have some points of contact, especially when we talk about hate, racism and opportunists. Beside the romantic story line that dominates the whole movie, there is also time for humor, drama and action. Thrilling scenes are often accompanied by those of sheer horror, clarified by absurd and hilarious entries which let the heartbeat of the audience calm down.
The music in the movie was also very well chosen. The director, Tarantino, made a good choice by combining classical music with rock and even hip-hop at certain times. As is Tarantino’s habit, he likes taking on one of the minor roles and Django Unchained is not an exception.
The theme of racism is a central motive in Django, but as we reveal the veil a bit we find that power and opportunism are greedily waiting to get their chance. Bloodshed is an unstoppable engine spilling red stains on the snow-white cotton fields - a never fulfilled revenge on evil white plantation owners finally takes place… However, in a grotesque style, which not only cheers up the spectator, but also tells him that this revenge is only a fairy tale.
