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1986 · 97 min · PG-13

Pretty in Pink

Directed by Howard Deutch · Romance, Drama

Pretty in Pink (1986) is a Romance film, directed by Howard Deutch set in Illinois during the 1980s. It runs 97 minutes and is rated PG-13.

Themes of class conflict and love & longing run throughout.

Composer
Michael Gore
Cinematography
Tak Fujimoto
Cast
Molly RingwaldAndrew McCarthyJon CryerAnnie PottsHarry Dean StantonJames SpaderKate VernonAlexa Kenin

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Illinois
Setting
Suburban
When
1980s

Premise & themes

Themes
Class ConflictLove & Longing
Tone
Romantic

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadFemale Led
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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