Quentin Tarantino has stated that he has no plans to direct a third installment in the Kill Bill series. In recent statements gathered by DeMorgen, the renowned filmmaker clarified that his next project would not be a continuation of the martial arts saga. Instead, his focus appears to be shifting toward a creative exploration of film criticism itself, with Tarantino suggesting that his forthcoming work could center on the male film critic as a subject matter.
These remarks cast doubt on earlier rumors that Tarantino might revisit the Kill Bill universe with a new installment. The chatter around a potential third film first resurfaced in 2022, when speculative reports floated the possibility of another martial arts feature from the director. At that time, Tarantino did not categorically rule out another project, and there were even whispers that Maya Hawke, the daughter of Uma Thurman, might inhabit a key role in a potential continuation. Yet, subsequent discussions from the cinematographer involved in the project indicated a decision not to return to the Kill Bill world, signaling a clear shift away from that particular path.
In a recent turn, Tarantino has hinted that a transition to writing could follow the completion of his current project, which has been described as a film about criticism. He stressed that his presence in the industry would not disappear entirely and left the door slightly ajar for alternative formats. The director did not categorically dismiss the chance to explore a TV series or short films in the future; he also mentioned the possibility of engaging in a game or authoring a book as avenues for creative expression.
Meanwhile, a separate note from the region’s entertainment discourse touched on a surprising casting decision involving a public figure who previously held a political position. The former Governor of the Khabarovsk Territory reportedly declined an acting opportunity tied to a storyline about the theft of gold, underscoring the varied paths public figures may navigate when considering film roles.