Uma Thurman Reflects on Breakthrough Role in Iconic 1994 Film Pulp Fiction

Uma Thurman has reflected on her breakout role as Mia Wallace in Quentin Tarantino’s 1994 film Pulp Fiction, describing it as a "relatively small film" that she immediately recognized as special due to its unique writing. While the film was made on a modest budget and initially had other actresses considered for the role, Thurman's meeting with Tarantino secured her casting, leading to an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress and catapulting her to A-list status. Despite initial hesitations about the film's edgy content, Thurman embraced the role, which became iconic and significantly influenced her career and popular culture. Pulp Fiction’s success, including winning the Palme d’Or at Cannes and garnering seven Oscar nominations, helped revive and elevate the careers of its cast, including Thurman. She has continued her collaborations with Tarantino, notably in the Kill Bill series, and recently returned to action roles, playing a villain in The Old Guard 2 alongside Charlize Theron. Thurman’s reflections underscore the film’s enduring legacy as a cultural milestone and a defining moment in her career.