It is said that there are only seven original stories in the world, but Guillermo Del Toro took it to a new level, basically making a big collage of some sci-fi favorites. These seven movies in particular.
Guillermo del Toro is a master of genre and commands a legion of fans, in part because he himself is open about his favorite movies and influences. He has been praised both for his originality and for his talent at paying homage to the classics. On Pacific Rim, he spoke of being influenced by Asian monster movies and other classic directors, but it's clear that contemporary movies were on his mind, as well.
Here are seven movies that Pacific Rim seems to have borrowed from — and what they have in common.
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