Pulp Fiction is a groundbreaking and unconventional film directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in a non-linear narrative structure, the movie weaves together multiple interconnected storylines that revolve around a diverse cast of characters, including hitmen, a mob boss, a boxer, and a pair of small-time criminals. With its dark humor, sharp dialogue, and visceral violence, Pulp Fiction subverts traditional storytelling conventions and immerses viewers into a gritty and unpredictable world. The film explores themes of redemption, morality, and the consequences of choices, while showcasing Tarantino's signature style of blending genres and pop culture references. Pulp Fiction's iconic scenes, memorable characters, and bold storytelling have solidified its status as a cult classic, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape and forever altering the way audiences perceive and experience movies. In this list, we bring you a list of 25 best Pulp Fiction quotes.
25. “Just because you are a character doesn’t mean that you have character.”
24. “Now I wanna dance. I wanna win. I want that trophy, so dance good.”
23. “You don’t have to tell me how good my coffee is, OK? I’m the one who buys it; I know how good it is.”
22. “We’re all gonna be like three little Fonzies here.”
21. “I’ll be there in two shakes of a lamb’s tail.”
20. “The way it is now, you’re taking the same risk as when you rob a bank. You take more of a risk, banks are easier.”
19. “A Big Mac’s a Big Mac, but they call it Le Big Mac.”
18. “Play with matches, you get burned.”
17. “Uncomfortable silences. Why do we feel it’s necessary to yak about bulls*** in order to be comfortable?”
16. “A dog’s got personality. Personality goes a long way.”
15. “Did you ever hear the philosophy that once a man admits that he’s wrong, he is immediately forgiven for all wrongdoings?”
14. “Yeah, well the days of me forgetting are over, and the days of me remembering have just begun.”
13. “Look, do you wanna play blind man? Go walk with the shepherd. But me, my eyes are wide open.”
12. “That’s when you know you’ve found somebody special. When you can just shut the f**k up for a minute and comfortably enjoy the silence.”
11. “It’s unfortunate that what we find pleasing to the touch and pleasing to the eye is seldom the same.”
10. “I’m not saying I want to rob banks, I’m just illustrating that if we did, it’d be easier than what we’ve been doing.”
9. “The thing is, Butch, right now… you got ability. But painful as it may be, ability don’t last. And your days are just about over.”
8. “Don’t you just love it when you come back from the bathroom and find your food waiting for you?”
7. “Hamburgers! The cornerstone of any nutritious breakfast.”
6. “Correctamundo. And that’s what we’re gonna be. We’re gonna be cool.”
5. “That’s how you’re gonna beat ’em, Butch. They keep underestimating you.”
4. “Are you calling me on the cellular phone? I don’t know you. Who is this? Don’t come here; I’m hanging up the phone. Prank caller, prank caller!”
3. “It’s unfortunate that what we find pleasing to the touch and pleasing to the eye is seldom the same.”
2. “Say ‘what’ again. Say ‘what’ again. I dare you. I double-dare you, motherfucker, say ‘what’ one more goddamn time!”
1. “You don’t have to tell me how good my coffee is, OK? I’m the one who buys it; I know how good it is.”