"The Hateful Eight" is a 2015 film directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in the post-Civil War American West, the story follows a group of eight strangers who seek shelter in a stagecoach lodge during a blizzard. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed, leading to a violent confrontation. The film features an ensemble cast, including Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Known for its dialogue-driven narrative and unique cinematography, "The Hateful Eight" explores themes of betrayal, racism, and survival, while also paying homage to classic Western films.