Iconic Movie References In “John Wick: Chapter 4”

“John Wick: Chapter 4” is one of the most highly anticipated films of 2021. Rightly so, many fans are pretty sure that it is just as full of iconic movie references as its predecessors. In this article, we are going to break down some of the most recognizable nods to classic films, and TV shows that you can expect in “John Wick: Chapter 4”.

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Now, let’s go ahead and explore some of the iconic references in “John Wick: Chapter 4.”

Movie References

While there is not much known just yet about what specific movie references we can expect in “John Wick: Chapter 4”, we do know that director Chad Stahelski has a knack for paying homage to some of his favorite films. From his casting choices (Keanu Reeves as John Wick) to the shots he chooses to film, fans of classic movies will definitely be able to spot some nods. That is for sure!

The Matrix

One of the most obvious movie references in “John Wick: Chapter 4” is to the Wachowski sisters’ classic series, The Matrix. We can expect Keanu Reeves to play his signature character, John Wick. An ex-hitman who is forced back into action when a bounty is placed on his head.

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Just like Neo in “The Matrix,” John Wick must battle against a seemingly unstoppable force in order to save himself and those he loves.

Mad Max

Stahelski has also alluded to drawing inspiration from George Miller’s 1979 post-apocalyptic classic Mad Max for John Wick: Chapter 4. We can expect to see some of the signature vehicular chases and stunt driving from the Mad Max series. And along with that, a few nods to the franchise’s iconic costuming and set design.

John Carpenter Films

Stahelski has also mentioned that he draws inspiration from John Carpenter’s classic horror films, including The Thing and Halloween.

Fans of these movies can expect to find subtle Easter eggs scattered throughout “John Wick: Chapter 4” from eerie soundtracks to eerie camera choices. Of course, that will surely add an extra layer of tension and excitement.

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TV Show References

While we do not know any specific TV show references that may appear in “John Wick: Chapter 4”, we can be sure that Stahelski will continue to draw inspiration from popular shows. He has done this in the past with references to Breaking Bad, The Wire, and Game of Thrones – all of which have added exciting new layers to the story of John Wick.

“John Wick: Chapter 4” is sure to be full of iconic movie and TV show references that fans will love. With Stahelski’s knack for detail and his commitment to paying homage to classic films, we can expect an action-packed thrill ride when the movie hits theaters this summer. It is sure to be a wild ride – as movie-goers put it.