Thursday, January 21, 2016

Pulp Fiction

John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson in 1994's "Pulp Fiction"
I know I'm twenty two years too late, but I finally saw Quentin Tarantino's 1994 cult classic "Pulp Fiction".

The film are three different stories intertwined together to make on great film.

At times it is difficult to watch, but if you can handle it, it's definitely worth he watch. This is one of John Travolta's best performances and Bruce Willis actually acts in this film. Granted it's probably a role he's comfortable in playing a tough guy, but it's still wonderful.

There is definitely one scene that is difficult to watch more than others, and I don't know how to give warning without giving it away. It is Quentin Tarantino so there is violence and grotesqueness.

If you don't mind and you are like me and haven't seen the film, be prepared for an insane ride.

Tarantino is definitely a sensational story teller and I think this is the perfect example of that. The stories all tie in together. The stories all tell one cohesive idea, but you don't know how until the end. You see characters die, but then see them again later in the film. The film is not chronological, but it is not confusing.

John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson play hit men for one of the most vengeful crime bosses in Los Angeles.

Screenshot from YouTube.
Travolta and Jackson spend most of their scenes together discussing their jobs, life and anything else that comes to mind.

They both embody their characters fully and have great chemistry together.

The film is funny without trying too hard. The characters find themselves in ridiculous situations, the actors take those situations seriously and hilarity ensues.

The dialogue is witty. The characters are unique. The actors are great.

While some moments did get slow, the film was never overly silly. Films bore me mainly when it feels as though a joke has gone on too long. I never felt that way with this one.

Tarantino is a masterful storyteller and I want to see more of his films. I am severely lacking in the Tarantino film palette.

This film made me excited for the future. Yes, it was made in 1994, but there's a reason this film is still wildly popular. Check it out on Netflix now.

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