Review of Pulp Fiction (1994) by Percy 0 — 06 Feb 2015

"Say 'what' again. Say 'what' again, I dare you, I double dare you mother****er, say what one more Goddamn time!".

That is just one among the two dozen memorable quotes the script for Pulp Fiction holds. Its one of those films that you can watch again and again just to listen to the most witty quips and punchy lines ever to be put to paper. Pulp Fiction is a delightfully well made blend of black humour, rapid fast profanity riddled dialogue, zany violence and a well structured plot with a dash of neo-noir elements. The finesse with which Tarantino has handled the multiple plot lines present in the film is commendable but what is more impressive is how well they intermix and converge at the end. The cast is fantastic be it John Travolta as the hamburger loving hitman or Bruce Willis as the scheming boxer or Uma Thurman as the drug addict trophy wife. Samuel Jackson steals the show however as Travolta's partner in crime and the most badass hitman to be brought to screen. Never have I seen him give such a performance except as Stephen in Django Unchained (another Tarantino film. He seems to bring out the best in everyone). This stands as one of the best flicks of the 1990's and is a true landmark in the history of films. Pulp Fiction is classic Tarantino through and through with its hypermasculine characters, love for the English language and twisty execution. A must watch for fans of the director and others alike.