Pulp Fiction (1994) Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction shattered linear storytelling and redefined 1990s cinema with its audacious structure, razor-sharp dialogue, and pop-culture reverence. Interweaving tales of hitmen, boxers, and diner robbers, it blends violence, humor, and existential musings—like Jules’ Ezekiel 25:17 monologue—into a postmodern mosaic. Tarantino resurrected John Travolta’s career and introduced Uma Thurman as Mia Wallace, whose dance scene became iconic. The film’s non-chronological order forces viewers to piece together meaning, turning casual moments (a burger at Jack Rabbit Slim’s) into mythic encounters. Shot on a modest budget, it proved indie films could dominate globally. Beyond style, Pulp Fiction explores redemption: characters face moral crossroads, and divine intervention (the “miracle” bullet) hints at grace in a chaotic world. Its influence spans TV, advertising, and global cinema, yet few have matched its balance of intellect and swagger. It’s not just cool—it’s clever, compassionate, and endlessly quotable.
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