Hegseth quotes Pulp Fiction at Pentagon meeting
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has again used a famous movie quote in an official setting, this time reciting a monologue from the film 'Reservoir Dogs' during a prayer at a Pentagon meeting. The speech, delivered by Samuel L. Jackson's character in the film, was presented as a prayer, with internet users quickly noting the source. This follows a previous incident where Hegseth quoted from the movie 'Pulp Fiction' during a sermon. The repeated use of cinematic quotes in formal military contexts has drawn criticism and mockery online.
The message adds that the sermon context was a Pentagon meeting and clarifies the film character's use of the verse to justify criminal acts.
The specific movie quote used has been identified as from 'Reservoir Dogs', not 'Pulp Fiction' as previously reported, and was delivered in the context of a prayer.