Talk:Goodbye, Columbus (film)

What is the meaning of the title "Goodbye Columbus"?
Since I posted the following comment, I found that the meaning of the title is explained in a separate Wikipedia article, about Phillip Roth's collected works, also titled "Goodbye, Columbus". I recommend adding a link to that article, which explains: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goodbye,_Columbus#Novella ...The title, Goodbye, Columbus refers to a record that Brenda's brother Ron listens to from his years as an athlete at The Ohio State University, further proof of the Patimkins' success at assimilation. As the story proceeds, Neil finds that their relationship is falling apart. Thus, the title may be seen as a metaphor for Neil saying goodbye to the affluent, assimilated world of the Patimkins... 68.35.173.107 (talk) 18:53, 20 February 2015 (UTC) -- -- Should this article not explain the meaning of the title "Goodbye Columbus"?

And include that and other key plot points in a "Cultural References" section? Explanation of idiomatic meaning is very helpful to those trying to learn American English, as well as American history, particularly in this case, the history of immigration and assimilation.

For example, the article about the show "Fiddler on the Roof" discusses the meaning of that title, and other cultural references in a section titled "Cultural influence".

For example, the article about the show "Bye Bye Birdie" discusses the origin of its title, and other cultural references in a section titled "Cultural References".

"Cultural References" might seem like trivia, but it is very helpful information. I write this comment because some "Cultural References" sections seem to be disappearing. Has there been a decision that "trivia" or trivial facts are not appropriate for an encyclopedia?

68.35.173.107 (talk) 21:34, 2 February 2015 (UTC) 68.35.173.107 (talk) 04:48, 1 February 2015 (UTC)