Inglourious Basterds (2009) is a war film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. The film stars Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz, Mélanie Laurent, and Eli Roth, and it offers a unique and stylized take on World War II.

Set during the latter part of World War II, the film weaves together multiple storylines centered around the Allied efforts to defeat Nazi Germany.

The central plot follows the “Basterds,” a group of Jewish-American soldiers led by Lieutenant Aldo Raine (Brad Pitt). Their mission is to carry out guerrilla warfare against the Nazis, particularly targeting high-ranking officers.

Parallel to this story is that of Shosanna Dreyfus (Mélanie Laurent), a Jewish cinema owner who seeks revenge against the Nazis after witnessing the murder of her family.

Her path crosses with the Basterds’ mission when the Nazis, including the infamous Colonel Hans Landa (Christoph Waltz), plan a major film premiere at her theater.

The film is known for its sharp dialogue, intense performances, and Tarantino’s signature style of mixing violence with dark humor. Christoph Waltz’s portrayal of Colonel Landa earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Inglourious Basterds blends historical fiction with creative storytelling, offering a revisionist take on the events of World War II and exploring themes of revenge, heroism, and the power of cinema.