Cultural Influence
Fittingly, given its original inspiration from 19th century science fiction, the building is perhaps best known for its appearance in Ridley Scott's science fiction movie Blade Runner, where the decayed and dilapidated interior was used at the location for the home of the toymaker and android designer Sebastien. The building has since been restored, and the exterior is completely different from the sets used in the film.
The Bradbury Building has also featured as a location in several other Hollywood films, including Double Indemnity, "Marlowe", D.O.A., Chinatown, The Perfect Sleep, "Wolf" and Lethal Weapon 4 and TV shows like City of Angels and The Outer Limits.
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