12 Pop Culture Masterpieces That Were Absurdly Low-Effort

Ah, the wonderful world of music and movie-making. From the classic sounds of "Kung Fu Fighting" to the timeless lines of Marlon Brando in The Godfather, these iconic works have become a part of our collective cultural heritage. But what many don’t know is the stories behind the scenes -- the long hours, the creative breakthroughs, and the cost-saving hacks -- that made these works of art possible.
Here we present a list of behind-the-scenes secrets about some of the biggest hits in music and film... that were basically just rushed out without a thought, then swept through the world like wildfire. From the humble beginnings of "Clint Eastwood" to the recycled animation in Disney movies, these stories offer an interesting look at the creative process and the lengths some people will go to make their dreams a reality. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this list of behind-the-scenes secrets about some of the most beloved music and movies of all time.
Brando: cued and confused

Paramount Pictures,
Reddit
Dreams do come true

Capitol Records
Recycled content galore

Saban Entertainment
Black Sabbath

Warner Records
Cheap animation hack

Filmation
Eastwood-ing on an Omnichord

Miscalculation of the century

Disney
OK, sometimes it’s hard to be mad at Michael Bay

Paramount Pictures,
DreamWorks Pictures
Instant classic, two takes

20th Century Records
14 minutes of brilliance

Instant hit-making

United Artists Records
Disney’s cost-saving secret.

Disney