GameSpot Australia recently launched a cinematic contest that gave 'The Hateful Eight' fans a chance to win a director's chair inspired by the Quentin Tarantino film. In addition to being a unique piece of collectible film memorabilia, the director's chair also features the film's red and white logo along with autographs from its director and stars Kurt Russel and Samuel L. Jackson. First place winners of this contest would also get their hands on a Tarantino film library that includes Blu-Rays of The Hateful Eight. Kill Bill Volume 1 and 2 along with Pulp Fiction.
Targeting serious film buffs and Quentin Tarantino fans, GameSpot's contest offers a unique prize in exchange for a 25 word description that explains what fans would like to see next from the famed film maker. Suggesting Tarantino's next genre, Australian fans can enter to win a collectible from his latest film, or a Blu-Ray copy which will be available to second place winners.
Director's Chair Contests
GameSpot's The Hateful Eight Contest Features an Autographed Prize
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