So many students wonder why they have to study film history.  Well last nights TV viewing was a great example.  For instance, on "Modern Family" there was a christening scene.  The entire scene was played out like the christening scene from, "The Godfather".  Knowing this definitely adds to the overall comedic value of this already great show.  It should be noted that this is not the first time this show has done that either.  A few seasons ago the also paid homage to "Strangers On A Train".  And this is not the only show that does this.  Coincidentally also on TV last night was a show called, "Suburgatory".  In last nights episode that paid homage to "Norma Rae".  Not to mention the endless movie references in such hit shows as "The Simpsons", "Family Guy", "Gossip Girls", etc.  Even the movie, "Sex and The City II" was book ended with scenes from "It Happened One Night".  These generators of TV and motion picture content have obviously studied the masters of cinema and continually draw inspiration from their work, giving the work that came before them great relevance.