What a thrill ride!

Rating: 10/10 (26 May 2003)

There is just so much to say about this movie that I don't know where to start!
I had no idea what I was "in for" when I went to see this movie. I really hadn't seen the previews for it, and had read nothing about it at all. Usually, this is the best way for me to go into a movie...otherwise I have too many expectations. Well, even if I *had* known something about Pulp, I don't think I would have expected what I got. Not that I'm complaining.
Pulp Fiction takes you on a roller coaster ride wherever Tarantino feels like taking you. And what a thrilling ride it is! From the opening scene we're left scratching our heads wondering exactly where Quentin is going to lead us on this one. Is it another Natural Born Killers? Another Reservoir Dogs? Although there are nods to his other films, as well as several others, Pulp Fiction stands on its own. From shocking to downright hysterical...this movie has it all.
Samuel Jackson is incredible (although I'm quite partial to him anyway) as the Bible quoting Jules. John Travolta is tremendous as Vincent and is purely delightful to watch as the story unfolds. The cast could not have been more perfect and Tarantino brings the best out in each and every one of the actors and actresses.
Is there excessive use of the "f word"? Well, sure. But c'mon! We're talking about "gangsters" here (not to mention the 20th century)...for reality sake the "f word" really has become a part of everyday language for many people. Aside from that, it *is* a Tarantino film and, well, he's not exactly known for being a prude.
Glorifying violence and drug use... Oh boy, don't even get me started. The LAST impression I got from this movie was some sort of message stating: "it's ok to do drugs and kill people". Ummm, no. Ok ok, so there may be teenagers who see this, you say. Well then here we go on the "it's the movies fault that there are problems..." tangent. I'm not even going into that one. Bottom line regarding the drug use and violence: if you are *that* impressionable, you probably shouldn't be watching anything beyond a G-rated Disney movie...and even that is questionable.
All in all, Pulp Fiction was a fantastic film. With its fabulous acting, perfectly cast crew, and hilarious moments, Pulp is one thrill after another. I highly recommend this movie to anyone who is willing to see it for what it is and can focus on the movie...not the bits and pieces taken waaaay out of context. 10 out of 10 stars.