The episode argues that King of New York is a disruptive, exploitation-leaning crime masterpiece that mattered hugely to 1990s genre cinema. Quentin Tarantino treats it as a formative movie, praising its violence, style, New York setting, casting, and especially Walken and Fishburne, while the group also debates its story problems, thin third act, and some mismatched supporting roles.
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favorablePaul CalderonQuentin Tarantino: Tarantino praises him as a major New York actor and recounts his near-casting as Jules in Pulp Fiction. About 16 min
very favorableAbel FerraraQuentin Tarantino: Held up as a major cult director whose peak ambition and style culminate in this film. About 48 min
neutralNicholas St. JohnQuentin Tarantino: Mentioned as Ferrara's writing partner and the writer behind the script and some dialogue. About 48 min
