Here's a look back at some of Stranger Things’ most striking visual homages

Stranger Things is a show drenched in nostalgia, from its John Carpenter-inspired theme song to its constant riffing on the pop culture of the day. Its creators, sibling duo the Duffer brothers, never shy away from the era they’re trying to invoke. In honor of the second season premiering this Friday, The A.V. Club compiled some of Stranger Things’ most striking visual homages and compared them side-by-side with their source material.