"Can the greatest romance of your life last only one night?"
Before Sunrise - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
Adam Goldberg, who starred in Linklater's earlier film "Dazed and Confused," has a brief cameo as the man sleeping on the train at the very beginning of the film, just before Jesse and Céline meet.
This is a fun nod for fans of Linklater's work, connecting "Before Sunrise" to his broader filmography. It's a subtle appearance that rewards attentive viewers and highlights the recurring ensemble of actors Linklater often works with.
In the opening scene on the train, an older German couple is arguing loudly. Their dialogue is not subtitled.
According to reports, the couple is arguing about their relationship and accusing each other of being alcoholics. Their discordant, unhappy interaction provides a stark contrast to the nascent, idealized romance that is about to blossom between Jesse and Céline, subtly highlighting the different paths a relationship can take.
Jesse and Céline briefly appear in Richard Linklater's 2001 animated film "Waking Life."
In "Waking Life," the two are seen in bed together, continuing their philosophical conversations. Released before the sequel "Before Sunset," this scene led many fans to believe that they had successfully met up again after six months. "Before Sunset" later revealed this was not the case, making the "Waking Life" scene a sort of dream-like, alternate reality for the characters.