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Quentin Tarantino's Use Of Cinematography In Pulp Fiction

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Pulp Fiction, would be considered a classic cinematic masterpiece to most (and to me) and arguably Quentin Tarantino greatest work of art. There is a lot of memorable scenes in this film and a great use of cinematography. The scene that I chose is the iconic “breakfast scene.” The scene starts off with Jules (Samuel L. Jackson) and Vincent (John Travolta) walking into a small apartment where three male individuals (the victims) are essential trying to enjoy their breakfast. Jules and Vincent are dressed in black suites which stands out amongst the other neutral colors, possibly, to represent death claiming their victims. The only lighting that is shown was a natural lighting coming from the window of the apartment. Tarantino has a great
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