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The pinnacle of this scene arrives when Jules delivers a recitation of a biblical passage that encapsulates his role as a self-proclaimed agent of divine vengeance. This passage, albeit with some creative alterations, punctuates the moment with an air of theatricality. It almost transforms the act of violence into a ritual, a performance grounded in purpose.
However, the inherent absurdity lies in how Tarantino portrays this violence. The execution of Brett is removed from graphic detail, shifting focus to the emotional and psychological implications. Rather than reviling in bloodshed, we become engaged with the characters’ conflicting motivations and the narrative’s ethical dilemmas.