Thescreescore – Quentin Tarantino, despite previously dismissing a Kill Bill 3, is now revisiting the tantalizing prospect of a prequel exploring the enigmatic origins of Bill. This revelation arrives amidst a flurry of Kill Bill activity, including the long-awaited release of the complete Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair in select theaters and the debut of the animated short, "The Lost Chapter: Yuki’s Revenge."
The uncut Whole Bloody Affair combines Kill Bill: Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 into a single, epic experience, featuring the animated short about Gogo Yubari’s sister. For those seeking a shorter glimpse into Yuki’s vengeful quest, the short is also available via Fortnite.
During a screening of "Yuki’s Revenge" at his Vista Theater, Tarantino reignited the conversation about a potential prequel focusing on Bill’s formative years. He envisions a story centered on the three influential figures who shaped Bill into the formidable assassin he became: Esteban Vihaio, Pai Mei, and Hattori Hanzo. However, Tarantino humorously acknowledged the uncertainty of his own timeline, quipping about whether he’ll "live long enough" to bring the project to life.
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"I’ve got other things to do right now," Tarantino stated, "but I had a whole Kill Bill idea in my mind when we were doing it… I like the idea of a Bill origin. A story of Bill, about how Bill became Bill and the three godfathers that made Bill."
The filmmaker also touched upon another long-gestating idea: a prequel starring John Travolta’s Vincent Vega (Pulp Fiction) and Michael Madsen’s Vic Vega (Reservoir Dogs). When asked about future collaborations with animation and motion-capture, Tarantino suggested a potential avenue for realizing this project.
"I could see some world between this and Japanese anime that I could find some happy medium or, you know, between the things that I couldn’t physically do, like say the Vega Brothers movie, or something like that."
While these prequels aren’t currently at the forefront of Tarantino’s priorities, his positive experience with "Yuki’s Revenge" and the possibilities of animation have kept the flame alive. This comes at a time of uncertainty regarding Tarantino’s next film, particularly after he shelved The Movie Critic, intended to be his tenth and final directorial effort.
His next project is likely to be a completely original story, unrelated to his previous work. However, animation could provide a unique platform for expanding upon existing narratives, such as Bill’s origins or the Vega Brothers’ adventures, potentially leading to standalone films or even a series.
The passing of David Carradine, the original Bill, in 2009 necessitates a new voice actor for the character in any potential prequel. Tarantino himself voices Bill in "Yuki’s Revenge," leaving open the possibility of him reprising the role or casting someone new. Furthermore, with Michael Madsen’s passing in 2025, his role as Vic Vega would also require a new voice actor for a Vega Brothers prequel. Thescreescore.com will keep you updated on any developments.
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