Chasing Amy (1997)

Comedy Drama Romance
← Inspired by 3 films

Holden and Banky are comic book artists. Everything is going good for them until they meet Alyssa, also a comic book artist. Holden falls for her, but his hopes are crushed when he finds out she's a lesbian.

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Go Fish
Go Fish (1994)1
 Clerks
Clerks (1994)2
 Jaws
Jaws (1975)3

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  1. Go Fish (1994)
    "This independent film about lesbian relationships directly inspired Smith. He was particularly intrigued by the dynamic between actress and co-writer Guinevere Turner and her director, Rose Troche. Smith's producer, Scott Mosier, developed unrequited feelings for Turner, which influenced the narrative of "Chasing Amy."" 14 Running Facts About <em>Chasing Amy</em> Roger Cormier Mental Floss
  2. Clerks (1994)
    "Smith's own debut film laid the groundwork for his storytelling style. The camaraderie and dialogue-driven scenes in "Clerks" influenced the character interactions in "Chasing Amy."" Clerks %28film%29 Wikipedia
  3. Jaws (1975)
    "Smith crafted a scene in "Chasing Amy" where characters compare their sexual experiences, mirroring the famous scar-comparison scene in "Jaws." This homage highlights Smith's appreciation for Spielberg's work." Criterion source