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There are always elements in movies that aren’t immediately apparent. Even if you go to the movies, there is a good chance that you will miss some things. This is because directors enjoy hiding little Easter eggs for the observant viewer. They may not be clear on first viewing, but they are the reasons why people like to rewatch their favourite movies.
After all, we’re all too preoccupied with the film’s plot for the first time. So it stands to reason that you would be able to pay attention to the finer points the second or third time around. Some films are so complex that it takes several viewings to understand what is going on. As a result, we decided to compile this list of Easter eggs in movies. All of these are intriguing, whether it’s a nod to an older classic or something else.
Scroll down to take a look and have fun.
#1 Iron Man
In this particular casino scene, you can hear a unique rendition of the music from the Iron Man cartoon, which was aired in 1966.
#2 13 Going on 30
Jenna's apartment looks eerily similar to the one she used to see in the magazines. It is clear that she got everything she wanted as she turned 30—even the couch.
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#3 The Princess Diaries
There is a subtle nod to Pretty Woman in this movie. You will recognise the scene where Mia breaks a glass, to which the waiter responds, "It happens all the time."
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#4 La La Land
La La Land is already a cinematic movie, but one scene that stands out is actually a nod to the classic movie Vertigo. Emma Stone is also wearing a similar purple dress in the scene.
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#5 Spider-Man: Homecoming
The book that MJ is reading in the bleacher scene actually has a similar story to Spider-Man, as there is also an orphaned boy who lives with his uncle and aunt in the book.
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#6 Titanic.
Historian Edward Kamuda, who was actually a consultant on the historical accuracy of the costumes, also appears in a scene as an extra.
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#7 Batman Returns
In this film, Michelle's glasses cast an eerily similar shadow to her mask on her face, revealing her true identity.
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#8 The Conjuring
To show the bond between Ed and Lorraine, they are shown wearing matching outfits in many of the scenes.
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#9 Pride and Prejudice.
Elizabeth is actually shown reading the ending of her own book at the start, though the names have been changed.
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#10 Young Victoria
Princess Beatrice made her debut in this film as a bridesmaid, and many people say that she looks similar to the actual Queen Victoria.
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#11 Little Italy
Emma Roberts wears the same shirt as her aunt Julia (Mystic Pizza) in this movie. Not only that, but the same person, Donald Petrie, directed both of these movies.
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#12 Joker
This particular painting appears in the movie Joker and the classic Batman, which was released in 1989.
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#13 Interstellar
The black hole shown in the movie is as realistic a depiction as it can get. It actually took a team of 30 people and a full year to create this scientific representation.
What do you think about these Easter eggs? Were you aware of these before, or were they a surprise to you? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to share this article with your friends so they can learn more about their favourite movies.
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