Conversation so far:
What historical references does Huge have?
The backstory and primary features of Georges Melies' life as depicted in the film are largely accurate.
What else is shown in the film?
Many of the early silent films shown in the movie are Melies's actual works, such as Le voyage dans la lune (1902.
What years does the movie reference?
A portion of the scene with Harold Lloyd in Safety Last! (1923), hanging from the clock, is shown when the main characters sneak into a movie theater.

Question: Are there any other historical references that are mentioned?
Self-contained rewrite: Aside from the scene with Harold Lloyd in Safety Last! (1923) hanging from the clock, are there any other historical references that are mentioned?