"Loving homage" refers to a heartfelt expression or gesture that shows deep admiration, respect, or honor towards someone or something. Full definition
I definitely love the homage of the scarves tied around the neck that is trending right now. (apocketfulofpolkadots.com)
Wim Wenders pays loving homage to rough - and - tumble Hollywood film noir with The American Friend, a loose adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's novel Ripley's Game. (janusfilms.com)
Perhaps intended as loving homage, «The Better Angels» instead borders deeply on self - serious parody, virtually utilizing a checklist of every stylistic trope Edwards» cinematic maharishi uses — hushed ponderous voice - over about the nature of life; that gliding camera; dancing wide - angle shots; jump cuts; dancing in fields; a spiritual connection to nature — and one by one employing them all without a trace of ironic self - awareness. (indiewire.com)