Movie Analysis: Pulp Fiction

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The rule of thumb for most Hollywood movies is to follow the basic three act structure. But, in some cases, movies are able to be successful without following this classic structure. Pulp Fiction does not follow the rules of conventional screenwriting. Instead, it follows the journey of multiple central characters, flipping back and forth from one character to another. The effect of breaking the rules is giving the audience a richer experience within the movie. It helps them to have a better understanding of the main characters. The film follows the lives of Vincent Vega and Jules Winnfield. Throughout many times in the film, Tarantino, establishes power among the characters and shows the audience who is in charge. During the scene when …show more content…
He brings her to his drug dealers house and demands for him to help. When Vince and the drug dealer argue, the camera goes from each person, showing that they all are equally guilty and moved by what is happening. The stress of the situation is felt by them all. As Vince, the drug dealer and his girlfriend crown around Mia, she is in the central area of the shot. The shot is a close up of the adrenaline shot, making it seem as the important piece of the scene. It is seen as a necessary thing that will save Mia Wallace. After Vincent puts the needle inside of Mia, there are close ups of the needle, her chest, and other aspects of the shot creating a greater intensity and suspense. Pulp Fiction follows a structure unlike any other film, flipping back and forth throughout time. Piecing the story together one by one, out of order. This journey follows Vincent and Jules. Vincent as he goes on a date with Mia and has to save her. Then, Jules as he finds his path in life and must find what is best for him. Tarantino uses many elements of cinematography to convey his messages about his characters throughout the film. Many times he uses lighting and framing to show the characteristics of his
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