VOICED: Tarantino's 'Basterds' in running for Cannes glory

Quentin Tarantino's latest film, 'Inglorious Basterds', premiered at Cannes with a star-studded red carpet event featuring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. The film, a fictional take on World War II, follows a squad of Jewish American soldiers led by Pitt's character, Lieutenant Aldo. Tarantino describes the film as a narrative where his characters alter the war's outcome. Audience reactions at the premiere were mixed, with some praising its liveliness and others criticizing its lack of direction. Despite mixed reviews, Tarantino was determined to debut the film at Cannes, with a wider release set for August.

What were the reactions to the first screening of the film?

What did Tarantino insist regarding the premiere of his film?