20 Things You Didn't Know About Blade Runner 2049

The rich universe of Blade Runner 2049 is littered with really interesting details, adding to the realism of the film. As suggested by the prequel spin-off films, life has changed considerably between 2019 and 2049: for one, the nuclear blast set off by Replicants to restrict the Replicant Registration Act has wiped out all stored data records.

To make life worse, the fallout has also affected the planet's eco-systems, meaning natural commodities are in very short supply.

Wood, for example, seems to be the most valuable commodity in 2049. Niander Wallace's building appears to be made entirely of wood, demonstrating his immense wealth and power (although it could be synthetic). It's a small detail that shows just how extravagant he is.

Hell, the merchant seller K visits, Doc Badger, even tells us straight out how valuable the once common resource was: "Real wood, you're rich my friend."