
Reservoir Dogs (1991)
Short film made with the help of the Sundance Film Institute and serving as a proof-of-concept for the subsequent feature film.
Details
Budget
$0
Rating
8/10 (196 votes)
Status
Released
Production Companies
Sundance Institute
About Reservoir Dogs
This 1991 short film, also titled "Reservoir Dogs," is a crime piece that runs for 12 minutes. It is distinct from the more widely known feature film of the same name released a year later, though it served as a conceptual precursor. It was developed with assistance from the Sundance Film Institute.
The short film holds an average score of 8 out of 10 based on 196 votes on TMDB, and a 6.3 out of 10 from 456 IMDb votes. It is categorized within the crime genre and is notable for its classification as a 'proof of concept' film, a detail reflected in its keywords.
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People search for details related to the feature film's opening scene, including the discussion about tipping, and specific, sometimes graphic, visual elements like a man tied to a pole. There is also interest in the general theme of a bar robbery and specific character interactions, such as an African-American man encountering a rival gang, inspired by Quentin Tarantino's style.
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You can stream "Reservoir Dogs" on Peacock.
"Reservoir Dogs" is not based on a true story. It is an original screenplay written and directed by Quentin Tarantino.
In the chaotic climax, Mr. Orange reveals he is an undercover police officer to Mr. White, who then shoots and kills Joe Cabot and "Nice Guy" Eddie in a standoff after they accuse Orange of being the rat. As White cradles a dying Orange, Orange confesses he is indeed a cop. The police then storm the warehouse, order White to drop his weapon, and gunshots are heard as White collapses.
"Reservoir Dogs" is widely considered a classic independent film and a cult film, and it is regarded as Quentin Tarantino's strong directorial debut. It holds an approval rating of 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics praising its intelligence, energy, and distinctive writing.