The episode also established the show's "no-rules" approach to sci-fi. It didn't just parody Inception ; it deconstructed the idea of dreams-within-dreams while simultaneously telling a story about the ethics of domesticating animals. Technical Tip for Viewers
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The segment "Rick and Morty S01E02" refers to the second episode of the first season of the Adult Swim animated series, titled "Lawnmower Dog." Aired in December 2013, the episode is critically acclaimed for its layered narrative structure, involving dreams-within-dreams and a parody of the film A Nightmare on Elm Street .