Well, Eli Roth is a filmmaker in his own right, mainly associated with horror flicks. 'Pulp Fiction', on the other hand, is a cult classic of a different genre. However, they both operate in the world of cinema. Roth might have been influenced by the non - linear storytelling style of 'Pulp Fiction'. Tarantino's use of dialogue and character development in 'Pulp Fiction' could have potentially inspired Roth in some ways when it comes to creating engaging characters in his horror movies.
As far as I know, there's no public statement from Eli Roth indicating that 'Pulp Fiction' has been an influence on him. However, given the popularity and significance of 'Pulp Fiction' in the film industry, it wouldn't be surprising if some of its elements, like the unique narrative structure or the way it handles violence, have seeped into Roth's creative subconscious. But without a direct statement from him, we can't be sure.
Not really. Eli might not be a typical ghost story. It could have elements that make you wonder, but it might not fit the traditional ghost story mold.
It's called Pulp Fiction probably because of its style and content that resembles the pulp magazines of the past, known for their gritty and sensational stories.
There's not enough information given to really define who Eli is in the bearded stories. It might be a unique name given to a character in a local or niche set of tales. Maybe it's a name used by an amateur writer in their collection of bearded - themed stories.