- Kill Bill influenced the Mortal Kombat movie’s violent approach.
- The film’s R-rating allowed for graphic fight scenes comparable to Quentin Tarantino’s work.
- Mortal Kombat paid homage to Kill Bill’s Bride character through its protagonist Sonya Blade.
The impact of Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill on the recent Mortal Kombat movie is significant, particularly in its approach to violence. The similarities in their brutal and R-rated violent scenes can be attributed to director Simon McQuoid’s appreciation and acknowledgement of Tarantino’s work.
McQuoid, the director of the Mortal Kombat movie, noted in an interview that the R-rating allowed them to push the boundaries when it came to the movie’s level of violence. He mentioned that Tarantino, with his filmography including the likes of Kill Bill and Django Unchained, had proven how a well-executed R-rated film can become successful. McQuoid admitted that he took some inspiration from Tarantino’s cinematic style while creating Mortal Kombat.
Moreover, the Mortal Kombat movie paid tribute to Kill Bill’s protagonist, The Bride, which was portrayed by Uma Thurman. The movie adaptation depicts bridal attire on one of the female characters, which can be seen as a direct homage to Thurman’s iconic character. This connection was made purposeful and clear by McQuoid during the promotional tour for the film.
It is evident that Tarantino’s Kill Bill has substantially influenced the Mortal Kombat movie, both in terms of violence and specific character portrayals. This violent but successful approach taken by McQuoid has increased the appeal of the film among fans who appreciate both Tarantino’s work and the Mortal Kombat franchise.