"Pulp Fiction," Quentin Tarantino's groundbreaking 1994 independent crime film, revolutionized cinematic storytelling with its non-linear narrative and eclectic dialogue. It masterfully intertwines four tales of Los Angeles' criminal underworld, featuring an iconic ensemble cast including John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, and Uma Thurman, whose acclaimed performances helped revitalize Travolta's career. Known for its ironic blend of humor and strong violence, the film garnered immense critical and commercial success, winning the prestigious Palme d'Or at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival and an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Its unique structure and self-referential style had a sweeping effect on independent cinema, establishing it as Tarantino's magnum opus. Widely regarded as a touchstone of postmodern film and a cultural watershed, "Pulp Fiction" continues to influence filmmaking and was preserved in the U.S. National Film Registry in 2013 for its historical and aesthetic significance.