Samuel L. Jackson Shares The Moment he Knew ‘Pulp Fiction’ Was ‘Something Special

Samuel L. Jackson is reflecting on one of the most iconic films of his career, ‘Pulp Fiction’. The actor shared photos on social media, celebrating the movie and its impact, calling it a pivotal moment in his life.

In his post, Jackson highlighted the significance of ‘Pulp Fiction’s’ debut, stating, “This movie launched like a rocket and changed my life.” He also recalled the unforgettable audience reaction during its premiere, which solidified for him that the film was “something special.”

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Jackson recently reunited with fellow cast members, including John Travolta, Uma Thurman, and Harvey Keitel, at a special screening held at TCL Chinese Theatre. The event marked a reunion of stars from the Quentin Tarantino classic and celebrated its lasting legacy in cinema.

The event also honoured Bruce Willis, who played Butch Coolidge in the film. Willis’ wife and daughter attended the screening in his honour, as the actor retired from acting following his diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia.

Jackson fondly remembered working with Willis and shared a memorable moment between them during the film’s premiere. “Bruce said, ‘This movie will make you popular, but Die Hard will make you a star,’” Jackson recalled with a smile.

Looking back, Jackson acknowledged how ‘Pulp Fiction’ drastically transformed his career, famously adding that his role as Jules Winnfield made people see him as “the coolest m—–f—er on the planet.”

-Sushmita Sarkar

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