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Dirty Dancing,' Beverly Hills Cop,' Up in Smoke' among movies entering the National Film Registry

Dirty Dancing and Beverly Hills Cop are added to the National Film Registry for their significant cultural and historical contributions.
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40 Years Ago, David Lynch Made A Sci-Fi Bomb That Was Ahead Of Its Time

Dune '84 is a polarizing film that, despite initial failure, has become a beloved unique blockbuster over time.

How Editing Saved Ferris Bueller's Day Off & Made It a Classic

Ferris Bueller's Day Off showcases the timeless connection audiences have with iconic films from their youth.

40 Years Ago, David Lynch Made A Sci-Fi Bomb That Was Ahead Of Its Time

Dune '84 is a polarizing film that, despite initial failure, has become a beloved unique blockbuster over time.

How Editing Saved Ferris Bueller's Day Off & Made It a Classic

Ferris Bueller's Day Off showcases the timeless connection audiences have with iconic films from their youth.
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1989's 'Prancer' Is The Unsung Hero Of Holiday Movies

Prancer is an underrated Christmas movie that deserves recognition alongside more popular holiday classics.

35 Years Ago, an Iconic Time-Travel Movie Changed the Future By Trying to Predict it

Zemeckis focused on humor over accurate predictions for the future in Back to the Future II's depiction of 2015.

Alienation effect: why film-makers can't get enough of Franz Kafka

Soderbergh's Mr Kneff reimagines Kafka, embodying 1920s cinematic style while exploring themes of the era.

The World Wasn't Ready for Body Double

Brian De Palma's Body Double is now considered a misunderstood masterpiece that challenges earlier negative critiques.
The film is characterized by its mix of suspense, style, and self-awareness, showcasing De Palma's unique direction.

40 Years Ago, a Wild Sci-Fi Thriller Inspired a Modern Horror Master

C.H.U.D. acts as a critical commentary on 1980s social issues, utilizing horror to explore the consequences of political neglect.

"Risky Business" Remains One of the Most Daring Films of the '80s | Features | Roger Ebert

'Risky Business' redefines perceptions of 1980s cinema, revealing its nuanced artistic and cultural significance.
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