Reservoir Dogs: 10 Behind-The-Scenes Facts About The Quentin Tarantino Cult Classic

Mr. Blonde’s Dance Scene Was Improvised

Unquestionably the most memorable scene in Reservoir Dogs comes midway through the film, when Michael Madsen, as Mr. Blonde, tortures a cop named Marvin Nash (Kirk Baltz), leaving him one ear lesser while also being doused in gasoline before Blonde is shot to death.

Part of what makes the scene so memorable, beyond its ear removal, is Madsen’s quirky dance number to Stealer Wheel’s “Stuck in the Middle With You.” It’s a scene that, while controversial, would influence Tarantino’s career tremendously in the years to follow. That’s why it’s surprising to know that Mr. Blonde’s dancing scene was improvised, according to Madsen. While the script called for him to “manically dance around,” it was never clear what that meant. So, Madsen’s moves were made up on the spot, and Tarantino used his first take for this dance scene.

Article source: https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2553657/reservoir-dogs-behind-the-scenes-facts-about-the-quentin-tarantino-cult-classic