The video's climax and final shot—where Rodrigo swims in a lake and stares at the camera with glowing red eyes—is a direct homage to this Megan Fox cult classic.
Rodrigo's blue cheerleading uniform is a replica of the one worn by the "mean girl" character Lana Thomas. Olivia Rodrigo - good 4 u (Official Video)
The final freeze frame with a mischievous smile and glowing eyes is a tribute to Michael Jackson's iconic video. Thematic Narrative and Style The video's climax and final shot—where Rodrigo swims
The video is widely noted for its numerous references to classic horror and teen films from the late 1990s and early 2000s: Thematic Narrative and Style The video is widely
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Critics have noted that the fiery scene where Rodrigo sets her ex's bedroom ablaze parallels Taylor Swift's revenge-themed music video.
The opening scene, featuring Rodrigo being recorded for a cheer team tryout, is a nod to this Japanese horror film.