Concept:

Seeing as we are all as a group fans of the film, we wanted to make an end sequence so we could include some of the iconic scenes from the film. Pulp Fiction was comics printed on pulp paper so we thought we could animate the end sequence in a comic book style.

 

Technique & Approach:

So we started by researching different title sequences including Pulp Fiction. Pulp Fictions title sequence consisted of typography so we began brainstorming and trying to come up with a way of including scenes and quotations from the film in the title sequence. Aoife began by making stencils and creating typography to suit the mood of the film, Pat has been researching and creating clips in relation to the movie also has researched the amount of people behind the production of the film and the cast. And I have been working on set development and character creation. At the moment we are working with stop motion and characters, recreating some of the scenes from the movie.

 

Mood board:

 

1.            The contrast of the light flash on the dark background seemed more effective visually.

2.            Reflections of the bullet can reveal actions off screen.

3.            An example of blood splatter pattern.

4.            Using the smoke trail off the bullet to reveal text i.e. Names of cast members and director.

5.            An example of the style of character that we are considering using for the end sequence.

6.            Black and white comic book form which will be used throughout the sequence.

7.            Comic book template to give an idea of the layout as you scrolls scene to scene.

8.            Lettering transforming into objects.

 

Audio: As a group we all decided on a soundtrack using a tune recorded by Jimmy Hendrix. Titled ‘Cocaine’, it had the laid back vibe that suits

 

Sequence of events:

Scene 1; Like the movie, we will start with the diner scene that introduces the characters of Ringo and Yolanda.

Estimate; 15 seconds

Scene 2; A short clip from the movie scene where Vince Vega and Jules Winnfield confront the guys who stole Marcellus’ money, at their apartment.

Estimate; 15 seconds

Scene 3; Will be set in Marcellus’ social club, when  Marcellus instructs Butch to throw his upcoming fight.

Estimate; 10 seconds

Scene 4; Introduces the character of Lance, Vince’s drug supplier, at Lance’s apartment.

Estimate; 10 seconds

Scene 5; Set in ‘ Jack Rabbit Slims’ we will recreate the dance competition that showcases Vince’ and Mia’s dancing skills.

Estimate; 15 seconds

Scene 6; A brief clip set in the boxing venue of Butch’s fight. Mainly to show the knock-out punch. An integral part of the story.

Estimate; 6 seconds

Scene 7; Will recreate the ‘Adrenalin shot’  scene where Vince stabs a large needle into Mia’s heart.

Estimate; 8 seconds

Scene 8; The introduction of ‘the watch’ story. Set in Butch’s parents’ house it will show Captain Koons handing a young Butch his father’s watch.

Estimate; 6 seconds

Scene 9; A brief shot of when Marvin gets accidentally shot, followed by Jules phone call informing Marcellus.

Estimate; 5 seconds

Scene 10; Introducing Winston Wolfe. Shows Wolfe meeting Vince and Jules and his superior attitude as he barks orders at them.

Estimate; 10 seconds

Scene 11; The Bonnie situation. Introducing Quentin Tarantino as ‘ Jimmy’, Wolfe’s friend who allows them to clean up at his place.

Estimate; 10 seconds

Scene 12; Marcellus and Butch’s encounter with ‘The Gimp’.

Estimate; 20 seconds