Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Action Adventure Science Fiction Directed by Daniel Scheinert Directed by Daniel Kwan
← Inspired by 7 films

An aging Chinese immigrant is swept up in an insane adventure, where she alone can save what's important to her by connecting with the lives she could have led in other universes.

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Films that influenced Everything Everywhere All at Once

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  1. The Matrix (1999)
    "The directors, Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, have acknowledged that their film is "100 percent a response to The Matrix." Both movies feature protagonists who discover hidden realities and acquire new abilities to confront dark forces." Everything Everywhere All At Once: A guide to the references, Easter eggs and meanings BBC
  2. Paprika (2006)
    "Satoshi Kon's animated film, known for its dreamlike sequences and creative transitions, influenced the directors' approach to the multiverse concept and the film's visual style." 10 Films That Inspired Everything Everywhere All at Once Devin Baird MovieWeb
  3. Police Story (1985)
    "The directors have cited Jackie Chan's action films, particularly "Police Story," as personal favorites that influenced their approach to action choreography and the film's energetic style." Everything Everywhere All At Once Directors Name The Criterion Collection Movies That Inspired Them Witney Seibold SlashFilm
  4. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
    "The film includes a parody of the "discovery of tools" sequence from Kubrick's classic, featuring a group of apes with hot dogs for fingers, directly referencing the iconic scene." Everything Everywhere All At Once: A guide to the references, Easter eggs and meanings BBC
  5. In the Mood for Love (2000)
    "The film pays homage to Wong Kar-wai's aesthetic style, particularly in scenes set in a universe where Evelyn and Waymond never married. The directors sought to mimic the colors, costumes, and mannerisms characteristic of Wong's work." 10 Films That Inspired Everything Everywhere All at Once Devin Baird MovieWeb
  6. Ikiru (1952)
    "The Daniels' film incorporates themes from *Ikiru*, particularly the exploration of existential meaning and the impact of individual actions. The protagonist's journey to find purpose amidst chaos echoes the central themes of Kurosawa's work." 10 Films That Inspired Everything Everywhere All at Once Devin Baird MovieWeb
  7. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
    "This film's directors have cited "Eternal Sunshine" as an influence on their work." Why Everything Everywhere All At Once Owes a Debt to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind Adam Pockross SYFY

Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022), directed by Daniel Scheinert, was inspired by 7 earlier films — including The Matrix, Paprika, and Police Story. Check out the citations below.