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1984 · 107 min · PG

Footloose

Directed by Herbert Ross · Drama, Romance

Footloose (1984) is a Drama film, directed by Herbert Ross set in Utah during the 1980s. It runs 107 minutes and is rated PG.

Themes of coming of age and faith / religion run throughout.

Cinematography
Ric Waite
Cast
Kevin BaconLori SingerJohn LithgowDianne WiestChris PennSarah Jessica ParkerJohn LaughlinElizabeth Gorcey

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Pure Fiction
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