Encompassing over five decades of cinematic history, this meticulously crafted recreation of the opening of Raiders of the Lost Ark is yet another fine example of highlighting the homages and influences that infuse all great works of art.

Created over two years by Swiss-based artist Stuart Pittman this 13 minute remix spent over a year online before finally finding a mass audience earlier this month via the likes of BoingBoing.

Pittman sums it up best saying:

Directors watch movies, singers listen to songs, and painters look at paintings. Artists have influences, that’s how they learn!

A similar piece deconstructing The Matrix can be seen here, as well as a treasure trove from film and television history on the blog Homages, Ripoffs and Coincidences.