Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022)

Sources

Influenced By

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. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. 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
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