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Projection in Fool's Paradise
- The main character's lack of wants and needs allows others to project their desires onto him.
- This makes the film a reflection of the characters and audience, not just the protagonist.
Hollywood Cycle
- Charlie Day observed how quickly public perception of celebrities can change.
- He noted the progression from "Who's Jack Black?" to "Get me Jack Black" to "Get me the next Jack Black," and finally back to "Who's Jack Black?".
Latte Pronto
- The protagonist's name, "Latte Pronto," originates from a misunderstanding.
- Ken Jong's character mishears someone asking for a "latte pronto" and assumes it's the protagonist's name.