In a moment that will disappoint cinephiles across the nation, Hollywood megastar Brad Pitt has poured cold water on any speculation about a follow-up to Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.
The 60-year-old actor, who won an Academy Award for his portrayal of the laid-back stuntman Cliff Booth, made the revelation during a surprisingly candid interview at the Silverstone Circuit during the British Grand Prix weekend.
An Awkward Red Carpet Moment
When probed by a reporter from Sky Cinema about the potential for a sequel, Pitt's response was decidedly final. The A-lister appeared almost sheepish as he confessed, "We got to leave it where it ended. I don't think we're going to do that."
His awkward demeanour and hesitant delivery suggested this was a topic he'd rather avoid, effectively shutting down years of fan hope and online conjecture in a single, brief exchange.
The End of the Road for Cliff Booth?
Pitt's iconic performance as the cool, capable, and somewhat mysterious Cliff Booth was a cornerstone of the 2019 film's success. His chemistry with Leonardo DiCaprio's fading TV star Rick Dalton created one of cinema's most memorable duos.
Tarantino's film, a love letter to the final moments of Hollywood's golden age, concluded with Booth and Dalton surviving the infamous Manson Family Tate murders, hinting at a new chapter in their careers. This ending naturally sparked endless debate and desire for a continuation of their story.
Pitt's definitive comments suggest that chapter is now firmly closed, leaving Booth's future adventures to the imagination of the audience.
Fans React to the Disappointing News
The announcement is likely to be met with dismay from the film's dedicated fanbase. Social media and online forums have been rife with theories and wishes for a sequel, exploring what might have happened next to the two protagonists.
With Pitt's latest comments, it seems those dreams have officially been relegated to the realm of 'what if'. For now, audiences will have to be content with the original, Oscar-winning masterpiece.
