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A quiz on Pulp Fiction (set text for Eduqas Film Studies)
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1
How is the narrative seen as experimental?
The use of postmodernist elements
Tarantino humanises traditional stock characters
the stylised and exaggerated dialogue
The same scenes are covered from multiple perspectives
2
What specific aspect made Telstar very wary about this script?
TriStar chief Mike Medavoy found it "unconventional"
TriStar chief Mike Medavoy found it "too demented"
TriStar chief found it "too immoral for public consumption"
TriStar chief Mike Medavoy found "the narrative too loose"
3
What is the name of the most common narrative structure used within the film industry?
Syd Field's three act paradigm
Barthes' Binary Oppositions
Hall's reception theory
Todorov's disequilibrium
4
What accolade did Tarantino win for Pulp Fiction?
The Palm D'or
Best Director - Globes
Best screenplay - Palm D'or
Best Supporting actor - Globes
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How much did Pulp Fiction cost to make?
$22 million
$8-8.5 million
$9.5-10 million
$10-11 million
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How can we classify Tarantino as an 'auteur'?
The themes and style explored in his films
His use of cinematic homages
His stylised use of music
He often collaborates with the same people
7
Which of the following is a clear example of postmodernism within Pulp Fiction?
The non-linear, episodic structure of the film
The humanising of stock characters
The homage and pastiche seen within the 'Diner' scene
The 'playfulness' of Mia
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Why did Spike Lee criticise the film?
Tarantino's style is too unconventional for the mainstream
He had the rights on the film before Tarantino
The representation of black characters was not positive
The frequent use of the 'n' work throughout the film
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How does Tarantino subvert conventional approaches to film?
He likes to film in his underwear
All characters we like do not have a 'happy ending'
We empathise with characters who traditionally, we shouldn't
He has a calm style to his directing
10
Which notorious film producer was instrumental in getting Pulp Fiction financed?
Steven Spielberg
Jerry Bruckheimer
Kathleen Kennedy
Harvey Weinstein
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Who directed Pulp Fiction?
Quinton Field
Quentin Tarantino
Quentin Blake
Chris Tarantula
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What year was Pulp Fiction made?
1994
1992
1989
1999
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Which studio financed the film?
Columbia
Miramax
Disney
Tristar
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How does Tarantino humanise seemingly 'unlikeable' characters?
All actors work together a month before filming starts
He was a fan of 'method acting'
The dialogue used explores their moral perspectives
He ensures that each character gets equal screen time
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What helped boost the film's profile and therefore profitability?
The fact they manage to attract Bruce Willis to play a role
The fact Quentin Tarantino was director
The postmodernist style
The investment from Miramax
