Absolutely Flawless

Rating: 10/10 (30 January 2006)

Every once in a while a film is released that changes the face of cinema forever. Kurosawa's "Seven Samurai" is one, "The Godfather" is another and of course there is "Pulp Fiction". What can you say about a film that 14 years later is often imitated but never quite duplicated? From inventive camera angles, non-linear story-telling, and snazzy dialogue, all of which are perfect examples of the film's attributes that are often attempted to be replicated but with little or no success. Today its cast members are all known stars in their own right but at the time were relative unknowns or were in a considerable rut in their careers. It was this film that made it where they pretty much can name their own ticket, and have.
When people ask me, "What is is about 'Pulp Fiction' that you like?" I have to answer, "It is better to to tell you what I don't like about it because the answer is shorter, and that answer is 'nothing' ". Why? Because the film is absolutely flawless. Intriguing, unassuming, characters that makes the experience all the more authentic. This coupled with a perfect script and polished acting make this perhaps the most entertaining crime drama of the 90's or of all time. It is just one of the jewels that make up the cinematic releases of, in my opinion, one of the greatest decades for movies up to date. Granted, "Pulp Fiction" is not for everyone but if you have a strong stomach and have a scrupulous officiousness towards the criminal underworld then this film is a must see.