Missed attempt at paralleling the success of pulp fiction

Rating: 4/10 (3 May 2005)

Great effects, good atmosphere, famous actors - that's about all that's good about this movie.
Graphic novels are en vogue, Pulp Fiction is one of the greatest movies ever, and Kill Bill celebrated the aesthetics of violence. So why not mix it all together, add good actors, stir it, and create another success?
The reason why this doesn't work is the pathetic plot and the inadequacy of balloon dialogs for movies.
I see that I am quite alone with the "4" rating I give this flick, but I guess that nudity and violence will account for at least half of the "10" ratings. Don't misunderstand me - I enjoy nudity as much as the next man and I consider Kill Bill Vol. I to be a masterpiece. Sin City, anyhow, lacks finesse and originality.