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Jules demonstrates control over the scene’s dialogue by employing an array of strategically placed questions. He consistently asks questions he already knows the answers to, sustaining both the illusion of innocence and asserting dominance over Brett. This interrogation tactic is not just a means of communication; it becomes a method of exerting power.
The Shift from Humor to Hostility
As the conversation ebbs and flows, the tonal shift is palpable. What begins as casual banter soon transitions into a confrontation laden with tension. Jules effortlessly pivots from friendly small talk, questioning Brett about the hamburgers to overtly intimidating him with his inquiries about Marcellus Wallace, reflecting an escalation of power dynamics.