Full Breakdown
Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue Team Up for Jamie Adams' Welsh Film *Tangled Up in Blue*
6/23/2026, 11:29:55 AM
Production Overview
Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue were photographed in Porthcawl, Wales, on the weekend of 22-23 June 2026 while filming Jamie Adams’ new feature, tentatively titled *Tangled Up in Blue*. The shoot includes a funeral at Newton Church and a wake at the Saltwater Inn, with additional scenes in Cardiff. The film is financed by New York-based Visor Entertainment.
Background & Context
Adams, known for improvisational, Nouvelle Vague-inspired cinema, previously directed *Only What We Carry*, which premiered at Tribeca on 6 June 2026 and featured Tarantino in a small role. To secure Tarantino for the new project, Adams cold-pitched him with a story outline and a personal letter, prompting a Zoom meeting that led to his casting. Adams’ improvisational method encourages actors to create dialogue on set, a technique he employed with Tarantino on *Only What We Carry*.
Cast and Crew
The ensemble pairs Tarantino and Minogue with Jason Isaacs, Allison Williams, Sofia Boutella and RZA, while Welsh actors Karen Paullada, Julian Lewis Jones, Craig Russell and Siwan Morris fill supporting roles. Producers Sabine Stener, Randy Kleinman and Jordan Yale Levine oversee the Visor-backed production.
Timeline & Locations
- 6 June 2026 – *Only What We Carry* opens at Tribeca.
- 22-23 June 2026 – filming in Porthcawl (Newton Church, Saltwater Inn).
- 23 June 2026 – Tarantino seen at Cardiff’s Parkgate Hotel.
- Summer 2026 – principal photography continues in Wales.
Local Reaction in Porthcawl
Residents called the sighting surreal; a local outlet reported “locals were left rubbing their eyes in disbelief.” A Porthcawl Male Choir member confirmed choir members appear in the funeral and wake scenes.
Official Statements & Responses
Adams said the film depends on improvisation “about being present and reacting organically,” and called Tarantino “one of the greatest conversational storytellers.” Visor Entertainment confirmed its financing and described the project as a continuation of the Adams-Tarantino partnership. The producers also indicated that the shoot follows Adams’ six-day production model, aiming for a swift turnaround. BBC Wales noted the mix of international stars and local Welsh talent.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Some outlets list the title as *Tangled Up in Blue*, while others initially called the project untitled. No plot synopsis or release date has been released, and it is unclear whether the title references Bob Dylan’s song.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Locals were left rubbing their eyes in disbelief” — Local Welsh outlet
- “I sent him the story outline and a letter,” — Jamie Adams, director
- “Once you hear his voice, you’re transported. It’s like Disneyland for film-makers.” — Jamie Adams, director
- “I went back to my group and said 'there's a bloke in there who looks like Quentin Tarantino'. My friend said they'd heard he was staying at the hotel so I went back just to say I love your films, I'm a big fan.” — Kylie Minogue, pop star
What’s Next
Tarantino is preparing his first West End play, *The Popinjay Cavalier*, slated for early 2027. *Tangled Up in Blue* is expected to finish shooting later this year, after which post-production and festival placement will be arranged. A release date has not been announced, and the film’s debut remains pending.
