DO WHAT'S RIGHT. This is the moral of the story. The lesson I take away from Pulp Fiction is simply “Do what's right.” On Butch's story he's asked to throw a fight for a huge amount of money from Marcellus Wallace. He does what's right and not only wins the fight but he accidentally kills his opponent.

What is the message of Pulp Fiction?

The Theme of Pulp Fiction

Pulp Fiction is a cacophony of violence and redemption. Its themes are not so easily categorized, but I think it all boils down to fate. Each of these characters are put into a situation where they are forced to choose something based on fate or happenstance.

What do we learn from Pulp Fiction?

One of the main themes of Pulp Fiction concerns fate and redemption. For instance, a pivotal scene shows bullets going through Jules Winnfield (Samuel L Jackson) and Vincent Vega (John Travolta). The bullets do not harm the two, despite leaving holes in the wall right behind them.

What was the point in Pulp Fiction?

The point is that the passage refers to a system of values and meaning by which one could lead one's life and make moral decisions. However, that system is missing from Jules' life and so the passage becomes meaningless to him.

What is the philosophy behind Pulp Fiction?

Pulp Fiction is pulp and transcends pulp. As such, it is an authentic film. It is of its time, aware of the concrete reality of its historical context, teaming with the cultural allusions for which it is known. It is a self-conscious, postmodern pastiche, with a nonlinear narrative.

Quentin Tarantino On The Moral Choices In PULP FICTION

What is the controversial scene in Pulp Fiction?

Vincent turned to the backseat to ask for Marvin's opinion, but they hit a bump and Vincent accidentally shot Marvin in the face. Despite its themes, Pulp Fiction only has seven deaths, but they were graphic and shocking enough to cause controversy.

Why does he call him Ringo in Pulp Fiction?

Because Pumpkin is British. Jules calls him "Ringo" in reference to Ringo Starr. The drummer for British band, the Beatles.

Why does Pulp Fiction have no plot?

Quentin Tarantino utilizes non-linear narrative in Pulp Fiction primarily as a tool to introduce the characters multiple times, through different character's perspectives, in all three timelines.

Why did the bullets miss in Pulp Fiction?

A theory suggests that Brett's associate actually had a fake gun but didn't know it, which explains why he “missed” all his shots and why the revolver on the gun didn't move when he shot – plus, he was too close to Jules and Vincent to completely miss them.

Why did Butch save Marcellus?

Marsellus wanted Butch dead, but after going through a series of unexpected and traumatic events together, Butch saved Marsellus – and a theory suggests it's because he was honoring the story Captain Koons (Christopher Walker) told him about his father.

Why was Vincent killed in Pulp Fiction?

Vincent comes out of the bathroom to find Butch pointing Marcellus' gun at him. After a few tense seconds, Butch shoots Vincent dead, avenging his early insult. It is unknown if Jules Winnfield, Mia Wallace, Marsellus Wallace, Lance, Jody, Jimmie or Winston Wolfe were informed of Vincent Vega's death.

How did Pulp Fiction impact society?

The influence of the work is hard to underestimate. Pulp Fiction opened new paths in filmmaking and inspired the creations of future generations. Tarantino's dialogues, characters, and bold narrative structure continue to inspire and influence many.

Why was Vincent in Butch's apartment?

Marsellus gave him somewhat easy tasks that Vincent couldn't get through without some problems in the process: he sent him with Jules, his best hitman, to get the suitcase, asked him to take Mia to dinner and bring her back home, and sent him to Butch's apartment.

Why is Pulp Fiction liked so much?

A Non-Linear Plot

When a movie takes a creative leap and attempts to incorporate an unconventional technique, it can either end up as a big failure or as a massive success. Pulp Fiction's use of the non-linear narrative structure has made the movie complex and endlessly rewatchable.

What did Zed do to Marcellus in Pulp Fiction?

Zed chose Marsellus 'randomly' and he and Maynard brought Marsellus to the back room. They bent Marsellus over a vaulting horse in the room and Zed raped Marsellus while Maynard cheered him on. Butch managed to untie himself and knocked The Gimp out.

Why wasn t Marvin killed in Pulp Fiction?

On their way back, Jules talked to Vincent about surviving when one of Brett's men opened fire on them. Vincent turned around to ask Marvin's opinion and accidentally shot him in the face. Though it wasn't explicit in the movie, Marvin was Jules' informant, which is why they didn't kill him initially.

Why is Pulp Fiction in a weird order?

Why Pulp Fiction Isn't In Chronological Order. While Quentin Tarantino's decision to tell the Pulp Fiction plot out of chronological order was partially stylistic, as he had just done so for the timeline of 1992's Reservoir Dogs, the nonlinear format also has a purpose in making the entire story more compelling.

What is the actual ending of Pulp Fiction?

The chronological ending is Butch driving off into the sunset (in a manner of speaking) with Fabienne on Grace, his new bike which is definitely a chopper, not a motorcycle. It's a pretty standard movie ending.

Why is the gimp scene in Pulp Fiction?

Apparently, The Gimp is a hitchiker who fell victim to Maynard and his brother. Plus, Tarantino intended for the poor guy to die by the end of the film: “It doesn't quite play this way in the movie, but in my mind when I wrote it, the Gimp's dead. Butch knocked him out and then when he passed out he hung himself.

What is the point of the first scene in Pulp Fiction?

The first scene sets the mood for the whole plot and reveals the overall meaning of the film. The viewer can conclude that the most violent scenes are the result of random spontaneous events.

Why was John Travolta cast in Pulp Fiction?

Jules' partner-in-crime, working for Marsellus Wallace. Tarantino cast Travolta in Pulp Fiction because Michael Madsen, who had played Vic Vega in Reservoir Dogs, chose to appear in Kevin Costner's Wyatt Earp instead. Madsen has since expressed regret over his decision.

What is John Travolta shooting up in Pulp Fiction?

In pulp fiction John Travolta injects heroin and then goes on a date and behaves fairly normal, how realistic is this? So-so. I have known casual heroin users that basically just act a little “calmer/and sluggish”.

What is John Travolta reading in Pulp Fiction?

The book Vincent reads throughout most of the film is the first Modesty Blaise novel, which tracks the adventures of female spy Modesty Blaise.

What did Butch do wrong in Pulp Fiction?

Butch accepted a bribe from Marsellus to lose the fight, but he double-crosses him and arranges for the money to be bet on him, and goes on to win the fight. On his way back to the motel, he learns that he beat his opponent so badly that he died, and plans to escape to another place the next morning.

Why is the Pulp Fiction poster so iconic?

It has a retro feel and reimagines the classic pulp magazine style rather than referring to the film itself. The film's central themes of crime, violence, seduction and pop-culture are depicted, while the contrasting red and yellow immediately draws viewers to the poster.