Why We Need a “Kill Bill” Prequel

So, picture this: after taking out Vernita Green, aka Copperhead, the Bride Beatrix Kiddo engages in a little chat with Vernita’s adorable yet vengeful daughter, Nikkia. “Look, kid, your mom totally had it coming!” Beatrix says, with a wink. “If you’re still bitter about it when you grow up, I’ll be here, plotting my revenge.”

This heartwarming exchange has sent fans into a frenzy, eagerly anticipating the return of Beatrix and an adult Nikkia in what we dubbed Kill Bill: Volume III. But lo and behold, our main man Quentin Tarantino is now pondering something different. Instead of fast-forwarding into the future, he’s diving into the past! Grab your popcorn, folks.

The Mysterious Bill

Tarantino recently spilled the beans that he’s toying with a whole new Kill Bill narrative. His vision? A Bill origin story! Oh yes, we’re talking about how our beloved Bill became the complex, enigmatic character we all love (or fear?). He plans to tackle the backstory of Bill, alongside the three godfathers who shaped him: Esteban Vihaio, Pai Mei, and Hattori Hanzō—yes, that Hanzō and his legendary sword-making magic!

Why This Prequel Idea Isn’t Crazy After All

You might think revisiting old tales might scream desperation. But let’s lead with the fact that Tarantino is all about the references, baby! Films like Kill Bill are rich with storytelling that practically begs for a deeper dive. Bill is this shadowy figure in the first two movies. We barely know anything about him until the 11th hour, so there’s a goldmine of mystery to unfold!

The Elephant in the Room: The 10 Movie Rule

Here’s where it gets spicier! Our dear Quentin has imposed this silly 10-movie limit on himself, fearing he might overstay his welcome in Tinseltown. Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood was number nine, which means the next one is his acclaimed exit! But surprise, surprise, some rumors about his 10th movie are swirling—among other wacky ideas, a Star Trek flick. Can you even imagine?

What’s Cooking Next?

Oh, and let’s not forget that he’s working on a sequel to Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, with Brad Pitt making his heroic return as Cliff Booth! Exciting, right? But this time, he’s letting someone else take the director’s chair. David Fincher, anyone? So, is another filmmaker going to unleash the Kill Bill prequel on us? That’s the million-dollar question!

What If It’s Not a Movie?

Here’s a curveball for you: Tarantino unveiled his thoughts on the prequel during a screening of “Yuki’s Revenge,” a short film showcasing Uma Thurman as the Bride, made entirely in Fortnite. Crazy, right? Is he prepping us for some digital Bill origin tale instead? Maybe this is just a weird promotional stunt for the newly released Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair, set to hit theaters soon.

Will It Ever Happen?

Still, while the ideas swirl, Quentin quietly muses, “I have other stuff on my plate right now.” As he usually adds with a puzzled grin, “Am I going to live long enough to do that? Only time will tell!”

So, whether it’s the tantalizing Kill Bill prequel or the mythical Kill Bill: Volume III, we’ve got our eyes peeled and popcorn ready, just like Beatrix is keeping a lookout for Nikkia!