The Moral Fabric of Pulp Fiction and the Inspirations Behind Tarantino’s Masterpiece

Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction is not a movie but a cultural milestone, which happened to redefine the very aspect of storytelling within a filmic framework. Since its initial release in 1994, its nonlinear storyline, acute-witted scenes of dialogue, and complex characterizations have established it as a classic. But beyond stylistic innovations, Pulp Fiction offers a profound study of morality, fate, and redemption while paying its dues to the many influences which shaped Tarantino’s vision.

The Moral Landscape of Pulp Fiction

Upon initial view, *Pulp Fiction* appeared to be the complete mess of crime, violence, and dark humor that seemed to have very little rhyme or reason behind the action. Deeper-and often darker-Pulp Fiction is actually a film about choices and consequences, a film set within the world where moral choices create different destinies for the characters.

1. Salvation and Second Chances: A very pivotal theme in Pulp Fiction is the possibility of redemption. The characters of Jules Winnfield, played by Samuel L. Jackson, and Butch Coolidge, played by Bruce Willis, are given opportunities to change their lives. Jules interprets what he sees as a divine intervention and opts to retire from the criminal life…