These Details From Childhood Animated Movies And Cartoons Were Never Noticed, And Here’s Why

Published on 11/03/2021
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All work and no play makes Sid a dull boy

We had a strange sense of déjà vu when we first saw the inside of toy-torturer Sid’s house in the first Toy Story, but we didn’t know why. The internet then came to the rescue, explaining that it was all because of the carpet.

All Work And No Play Makes Sid A Dull Boy

All Work And No Play Makes Sid A Dull Boy

In the movie The Shining, Stanley Kubrick used the same carpet pattern! When Danny rode his bike through the corridors of the Overlook Hotel, it was unforgettable. Sid’s house was like a horror movie for Woody and Buzz when they were there, so this is a great reference.

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A not so subtle jab

Nickelodeon and Disney, two of the most popular children’s television networks, are fierce competitors. After all, they are both well-known names that compete for the same audience of children, pre-teens, and teenagers.

A Not So Subtle Jab

A Not So Subtle Jab

It’s no surprise that the vast majority of their competition is civilized. This episode of Nickelodeon’s Rocko’s Modern Life shows something caught in a mousetrap, which is a rare occurrence for the two characters. Those are definitely the remains of a famous Disney character.

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