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Cho: Hollywood Power Corrupts
29 Oct
Summary
- Cho witnessed extreme deference to Tarantino post-Pulp Fiction.
- Industry titans stood for Tarantino, a power she found concerning.
- She recalled watching 8,000 movies with Tarantino, calling it 'film school'.
Margaret Cho recently reflected on her past relationship with Quentin Tarantino and the immense power he wielded in 1990s Hollywood. She recalled attending events where industry giants like Martin Scorsese and Billy Wilder would stand upon Tarantino's arrival, a spectacle she described as "crazy." Cho found this level of deference concerning, stating "Nobody should have that much power."
Despite the overwhelming reverence, Cho noted that Tarantino remained grounded, even driving a beat-up Geo Metro. She reminisced about their time watching approximately 8,000 movies together after he purchased the inventory of a video store, which she described as akin to film school.
Cho acknowledged Tarantino's groundbreaking influence on the industry during the 1990s, which she believes led to the intense admiration he received. While they no longer maintain close contact due to his lack of modern communication devices, Cho expressed continued admiration for his artistry, calling him an "incredible artist" and a "greatest American treasure."
