Inglourious Basterds | Christoph Waltz's Iconic Opening Scene | Extended Preview (4K UHD)

Waltz gets much deserved credit, but with little to no words the father conveys an entire war of conscience within himself.

The farmer did an amazing job too

5:17 it's terrifying watching how subtly he drops his act and steps into his true self. All semblance of charm is wiped away by pure terror and cunning. It's a masterclass in acting.

In an interview Tarantino said that when Perrier LaPadite pulls out the pipe he wants to say "look at me I'm calm, I have nothing to hide". But when Landa pulls out the pipe he wants to say "I understood your game"

Its the moment Landa says, "you are sheltering enemies of the state". His eyes go stone cold and his face the personification of evil. What an outstanding performance that's frightening and unforgettable all at once.

This scene is heart-wrenching, mostly because of the slaughter of the family, but very much also because of the murder of LaPedite's soul by making him choose between his family's lives and his integrity and compassion.

The shift in his facial expression when he goes “you’re harboring enemies of the state are you not?” Is just so good

4:03 - No matter how suspenseful this scene is, him pulling out his ridiculous pipe will never NOT kill me! 🤣🤣

The lack of music and the clock ticking in the background (to implement that time is running out) while Landa lets the facade fall, makes this scene even more intimidating. Great work ❤️❤️

I dont like the character of Hans Landa, but I love the performance of Christoph Waltz, especially in this scene. The worst evil is not the one coming at you with a knife but with a warm smile.

Other than being a great movie, Christoph waltz is one the reasons I watch this movie multiple time. A One of a Kind Actor, I've never been this moved watching an actor the 1st time I've watched this.

One of the best scenes in cinematic history

"5:18" The way Mr Waltz changes the expression of his face is brilliant

that change from affable to evil is incredible

Imagine that this guy was an obscure actor for 30 years before being discovered.

Quentin Tarantino is a master of his craft. He specializes in introducing tension into seemingly boring conversations that start off on an inane subject, leading to a hail of bullets, lots of dead people and just one or two survivors. Most of his movies have no superhero stuff, no overuse of CGI, no 'punch' dialogues, no virtue signalling with just ordinary, everyday characters who find themselves in really tough situations, having to compromise just so that they can survive, however briefly. Very relatable, thoroughly enjoyable. Christopher Waltz is perfect as the psychopath who gets pleasure in being the cat that plays with the 'rat' before killing it. His performance is spine chilling. One can see the farmer's soul in his eyes. He made this terrifying scene unforgettable.

When Hans' faint grin turns into a glare, and he says "You're sheltering enemies of the the state, are you not?" That change in his facial expression, you just knew he was going to start being scary serious, and the climax of the meeting was about to start. Then the tension really starts. Brilliant.

The expression change between 5:18 and 5:21 is a masterpiece.

Christoph Waltz BARELY adjusts his facial expression at 5:17 from friendly and welcoming, to completely cold and serious. Phenomenally talented actor… such a small movement for such a huge tone change.

The father was the real actor. Being able to portray such confidence yet deep down shaking, knowing your daughters are at stake, as well as the people you’d like to protect. He did all of that with eyes and hands.