Here at Avalon Honda, we’ve already taken you through Honda’s illuminating history, as we chronicled a small bicycle shop’s rise to becoming one of the most renowned auto manufacturers in the world.
Although Honda has perhaps never achieved A-lister status in the world of entertainment, they’ve still made several notable detours to the silver screen throughout their remarkable odyssey. Here are five of the most memorable Honda appearances in the world of cinema:
Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)
One of Honda’s earliest film cameos comes in 1982’s coming-of-age comedy Fast Times at Ridgemont High. Throughout this teen classic, you can spot a 1976 Honda Accord. Though it gets less screen time than its American counterparts (a 1960 Buick LeSabre and 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 amongst them), the Accord’s inclusion was an early indicator that Honda was ready for its close-up.
Pulp Fiction (1994)
Vehicles have always been key components in the films of Quentin Tarantino. Michael Madsen’s 1966 Cadillac Coupe DeVille in 1992’s Reservoir Dogs became well known for its abundant trunk space. Then, Kurt Russell’s 1970 Chevy Nova served as the de facto star of 2007’s stunt-heavy Death Proof.
The 1980 Honda Civic driven by Bruce Willis in Tarantino’s breakout hit Pulp Fiction is significant because it’s Tarantino’s version of an automotive recurring character. The Civic would also pop up in Pulp Fiction follow-up Jackie Brown, and again in 2004’s Kill Bill: Vol. 2. Of course, it also leaves an impression in Pulp Fiction – quite literally, in the case of Marsellus Wallace.
Gone in 60 Seconds (2000)
Early 2000’s Nicolas Cage vehicle Gone in 60 Seconds is overflowing with luxury cars, from Aston Martins to Bentleys to Mustangs. At first glance, it doesn’t seem to be Honda’s kind of crowd. But a speedy Honda Civic Si arrives to stir up some chaos, challenging Giovanni Ribisi’s Porsche 911 in a race and ultimately drawing the attention of local law enforcement.
The Fast and the Furious (2001) & 2 Fast 2 Furious (2003)
It’s hard to steal the spotlight in a film franchise that features as many absurd, dynamic vehicles as The Fast and the Furious. But the first car that ever appears in the franchise is a Honda Civic driven by Vin Diesel. Later, Tran’s Honda S2000 is introduced. That car becomes a highlight of the now-omnipresent series’ first entry, as well as its follow-up 2 Fast 2 Furious.
Let’s be honest: Jesse here was doomed from the moment he underestimated the hundred grand under the hood of Tran’s S2000.
The Road to Stardom Awaits
In the past few decades, the line between film and television has increasingly blurred. Accord-ingly, Hondas have been more prevalent in the world of TV during this time. You can spot Hondas in hit programs such as The Walking Dead, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and most recently, in last year’s The Last of Us.
At Avalon Honda, we have a starring role waiting for you in one of our new or used Honda vehicles. Come pay us a visit today and immerse yourself in a driving experience fit for a celebrity.
