As Pablo Picasso says, “Art is theft.”
Stranger Things is without a doubt one of the most successful TV shows ever made.
But something I find even more fascinating about it is the sheer amount of inspiration it took from a variety of books and movies from the 80s.
From the visual style to the music, themes, characters, storylines, and even specific scenes—the direct influences can be seen everywhere.
And the best part? That is exactly what creativity is truly about. Check out my video for some examples, and let’s dive deeper into it.
Where it all started
If you get your hands on the original pitch deck for Stranger Things, you will notice that a lot of things have changed since then, including the name, which used to be Montauk.
What’s interesting, however, is just how open and honest the creators of the show are about their inspiration.
Author: Toni V. Genov
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
