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Questions about some of the references.

posted 14 years ago by meatpuppeta
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There are a couple of parts in the movie that seem like they should be references, but I haven't been able to figure them out. Specifically, the closeup of the "pharmacy". Is that, or are some of the items, references to something? How about the book that Aaron is holding. Obviously it's his script, but they make a point to have a closeup shot of it. Is the book the reference to Raiders of the Lost Ark?

The info on IMDB says there is a reference to Back to the Future II. What is it?

Thanks,
Aaron

[–] NewNewJersey 13 years ago

The 'pharmacy' is shown as there is no joke without it. George is just referring to Benji's stash euphemistically.

The script's look is supposed to evoke the Death Star. The music would seem to indicate that the close up is more likely for dramatic effect rather than specifically to let you get a better look at it.

...All IMO, naturally.