Escape from L.A. (1996)

Action Adventure Science Fiction Thriller
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Into the 9.6-quaked Los Angeles of 2013 comes Snake Plissken. His job: wade through L.A.'s ruined landmarks to retrieve a doomsday device.

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Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome
Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985)1
 Blade Runner
Blade Runner (1982)2
 The Omega Man
The Omega Man (1971)3
 The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz (1939)4

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Lockout
Lockout (2012)5

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Influenced By

  1. Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985)
    "The post-apocalyptic setting and themes of societal collapse in "Escape from L.A." are reminiscent of the "Mad Max" series, particularly "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome." The film's dystopian landscapes and anarchic societies influenced Carpenter's depiction of a chaotic Los Angeles." Entertainment Weekly source
  2. Blade Runner (1982)
    "The visual style and dystopian atmosphere of "Blade Runner" influenced the aesthetic of "Escape from L.A." The film's portrayal of a decaying urban environment and its use of neon-lit, rain-soaked streets can be seen in Carpenter's vision of a ruined Los Angeles." I love Escape from L.A. and I’m not afraid to admit it Susan Leighton 1428 Elm
  3. The Omega Man (1971)
    "The concept of a lone hero navigating a post-apocalyptic city overrun by hostile inhabitants in "The Omega Man" parallels Snake Plissken's mission in "Escape from L.A." The film's influence is acknowledged in various analyses of Carpenter's work." Movie Connections IMDb
  4. The Wizard of Oz (1939)
    ""Escape from L.A." includes references and nods to iconic movies, such as "The Wizard of Oz." These homages contribute to the film's satirical and self-referential tone." Facts source

Influenced

  1. Lockout (2012)
    "This science fiction action film features a protagonist tasked with rescuing the President's daughter from a space prison, echoing the rescue mission in "Escape from L.A." In 2015, a French court ruled that "Lockout" had plagiarized elements from both "Escape from New York" and "Escape from L.A."" Escape from New York Wikipedia