Season 5 · Episode 4 · 1997
The Kid [2]
8 cultural references across 3 categories.
Fashion
2French maid's uniform
A stereotypical costume associated with domestic service, often featuring a black dress with white apron and cap.
“Why don't I just get a feather duster and a French maid's uniform?”— Daphne
Beret
A soft, round, flat-crowned hat traditionally associated with French culture.
“Just don't come back wearing a beret!”— Roz
Film
2The Bridge on the River Kwai
1957 British-American epic war film directed by David Lean, featuring the construction of a bridge over the River Kwai by Allied prisoners of war. The bridge is…
“You could cross the River Kwai on one of those babies.”— Martin
Alec Guinness
Distinguished British actor (1914-2000) who starred in The Bridge on the River Kwai and many other films including the original Star Wars trilogy.
“LET'S SEE ALEC GUINESS BLOW UP ONE OF THOSE”— Martin
Travel
4Junior Year Abroad Program
A common university program allowing students to study in a foreign country for a year, in this case Paris, France.
“You remember I was telling you about that Junior Year Abroad Program? I'm in! I leave next fall and I will be spending the rest of the year in Paris!”— Rick
Paris
The capital city of France, renowned as a center of art, culture, and learning.
“I leave next fall and I will be spending the rest of the year in Paris!”— Rick
Cairo
The capital city of Egypt, a major cultural and historical center.
“I called him at nine o'clock this morning, which was seven o'clock at night, Cairo time.”— Roz
Zurich
The largest city in Switzerland, known for its banking industry and high-end medical and cosmetic services.
“Luckily, she flies to Zurich twice a year to have it reset.”— Frasier