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fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Orphans and crimes: Spielberg's misunderstood production scared kids but inspired Harry Potter'

Young Sherlock Holmes features a significant post-credits scene revealing Moriarty, highlighting early cinematic techniques and the evolution of post-credits scenes.
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 days ago

'Stand by Me' 40 Years Later: Wil Wheaton talks about making the beloved Oregon-shot classic in advance of Portland appearance * Oregon ArtsWatch

Brownsville, Oregon became notable in 1985 as the filming location for the movie Stand by Me, featuring future stars like Wil Wheaton and River Phoenix.
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fromParade
1 week ago

Beloved '80s Star With Iconic Role in 1987 Classic Turns 67

Matthew Modine, turning 67 on March 22, is celebrated for his iconic roles, especially in Full Metal Jacket and recent projects like Stranger Things.
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fromInverse
1 month ago

40 Years Later, The Weirdest '80s Horror Movie Is Still Full Of Surprises

House is a 1986 horror-comedy that blends haunted house, Vietnam War trauma, and sitcom elements into an intentionally absurd and chaotic film that achieved cult classic status despite critical confusion.
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

Running Man' remake rekindles obsession with deadly contests: Let the poor fight among themselves'

Arnold Schwarzenegger's character in The Running Man faces a totalitarian regime by competing in a deadly television show where the disadvantaged are hunted down, ultimately overthrowing his captors with physical prowess and humor.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

The Karate Kid': The unexpected blockbuster that became a cultural phenomenon

The Karate Kid features the iconic crane kick, a never-before-seen move that ultimately brought the film lasting fame.
fromRolling Stone
7 months ago

One of Most Disturbing NYC Thrillers of the 1980s Has Been AWOL -- Until Now

Somewhere in this city, possibly among these people, is a man... so close to the edge that when he breaks, it could change your life forever.
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fromKotaku
8 months ago

Predator: Badlands Looks Like The Glorious '80s Action Movie The World Desperately Needs

The 1980s produced iconic big-budget action films like Predator, marking a unique cinematic legacy.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
8 months ago

The immortal charm of The Goonies,' an unlikely tale of children standing up to gentrification

The Goonies is a beloved treasure-hunting adventure that blends genres and themes appealing to both children and adults.
fromInverse
8 months ago

40 Years Ago, A Horror Legend Released His Secret Masterpiece

Romero envisioned a final battle in which the regime is overthrown in the most gruesome bloodbath imaginable, and with the zombie plague ending as well.
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fromKotaku
8 months ago

Wait, No, Seriously? There's A New Red Sonja Movie?!

The 2025 revision of Red Sonja appears focused on the character, unlike previous adaptations.
fromInverse
10 months ago

40 Years Later, The Most Ambitious 'Alien' Knockoff Is Still Quietly Chilling

Perhaps the ideal fate for an obscure '80s genre film is to be rereleased as an upgraded 4K Blu-ray from a boutique label; a film's troubled production and imperfect craft are ushered into an alternative canon of reclaimed genre cinema.
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fromInverse
10 months ago

40 Years Ago, The Most Stupidly Entertaining Thriller Of The '80s Baffled Audiences

Hollywood has long exploited fleeting trends, and Gymkata exemplifies this within the context of 1980s culture.
fromInverse
11 months ago

30 Years Ago, A Legendary Sci-Fi Director Disappointed Fans - And Himself

"I'm really not passionate about Village of the Damned. I was getting rid of a contractual assignment," director John Carpenter admitted, reflecting on his infamously poor remake.
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