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Get Smart, Again! (1989) is an American made-for-television comedy film based on the 1965–1970 NBC/CBS sitcom Get Smart!. The film follows the story of Maxwell Smart, who was a protocol officer after the disbandment of CONTROL in the 1970s. However, he is called back into action as a counterintelligence agent by Commander Drury of the United States Intelligence Agency. This time, KAOS – which was thought to be dissolved – has resurfaced due to a corporate takeover. Their latest plan involves using a forgotten American scientist and his weather control machine to demand a whopping $250 billion from the US government. Commander Drury believes that ...

Licence to Kill (1989) became the sixteenth installment in the James Bond series, produced by Eon Productions and starring Timothy Dalton for the last time. The film was directed by John Glen and also marked the final appearance of Robert Brown as M. While travelling to his wedding in Key West, MI6 agent James Bond and CIA agent Felix Leiter were enlisted by DEA agents to help capture drugs lord Franz Sanchez. Using a Coast Guard helicopter and a hook and cord, Bond and Leiter successfully bring down ...

Always (1989), an American romantic fantasy film directed and produced by Steven Spielberg, is a remake of the 1943 romantic drama A Guy Named Joe. Set during World War II, it follows Pete Sandich, an aerial firefighter whose girlfriend Dorinda Durston doubles as an air traffic controller for the firefighters. Pete’s risky behavior in the air troubles both Dorinda and his best friend Al Yackey, who is also a firefighter pilot. After another dangerous flight that Pete brushes off as usual, Al suggests he take a safer job training firefighting pilots in Flat Rock, Colorado. Despite his initial refusal, ...

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) is a classic action adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg with a screenplay by Jeffrey Boam. The story, originally conceived by George Lucas and Menno Meyjes, follows young Indiana Jones as he stumbles upon a group of grave-robbers while exploring caves in Utah in 1912. Despite evading the robbers and returning home with the stolen gold crucifix, Indy is eventually forced to hand it over to their employer, the town’s ...

The film Meet the Feebles (1989), directed by Peter Jackson, follows the ambitions of a New Zealand puppet theatre troupe known as The Feeble Variety Hour. As they rehearse for their big break in television, tensions rise when star singer Heidi is insulted by pornographic director Trevor. Seeking support from her boss and secret lover Bletch, Heidi discovers his affair with performer Samantha. Meanwhile, newcomer Robert is immediately smitten with Lucille, and with the help of manager Arthur, the two become engaged. But drama ensues as Samantha reveals her involvement with Bletch to Heidi. Adding to the chaos, animal ...

New York Stories (1989) is an American anthology film featuring three segments with a central focus on the bustling metropolis of New York City. The first segment, Life Lessons, is directed by Martin Scorsese and written by Richard Price. It stars Nick Nolte. The second segment, Life Without Zoë, is helmed by Francis Ford Coppola and co-written by Coppola and his daughter,

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989) is an American science fiction film directed by William Shatner and based on the television series created by Gene Roddenberry. Following their ship’s shakedown cruise, the crew of the newly commissioned USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-A), including Kirk, Spock, and McCoy, are taking advantage of shore leave at Yosemite National Park. However, their break is cut short as Starfleet Command orders them to rescue a human, a Klingon, and a Romulan who have been taken hostage on Nimbus III – a planet designated for diplomatic ...

Adapted by Mary Agnes Donoghue, the American comedy-drama film Beaches (1988) is based on Iris Rainer Dart’s 1985 novel of the same name and directed by Garry Marshall. During a concert rehearsal in Los Angeles, New York actress and singer Cecilia Carol ‘C.C.’ Bloom receives a note and hastily departs to be with her friend Hillary Whitney, a San Francisco heiress and lawyer. As she drives through the night, C.C. reflects on their lifelong friendship that ...

Satisfaction (1988) is an American comedy-drama film directed by Joan Freeman. Jennie Lee, lead singer of the all-girl Baltimore rock band, the Mystery, gives a valedictorian speech at her high school graduation while fellow band member and bass guitarist Daryle accepts a marriage proposal from her high school sweetheart, Frankie. The band is headed to Florida to audition for a summer nightclub gig but faces numerous challenges – Jennie’s brother opposes the trip since it could disrupt her college plans, their keyboardist has abruptly left the band, and their drummer Mooch has offended a gang member who ...

For Queen and Country (1988) is a crime drama film co-written and directed by Martin Stellman. Set during the height of The Troubles, the story follows Black British paratrooper Reuben James, who is attacked by IRA militants while leaving a pub in Northern Ireland. He is rescued by fellow soldier and Londoner Tony, also known as ‘Fish’. Together with another soldier from London, Bob Harper, they later fight in the Falkland Islands in 1982. After leaving the army in 1988, Reuben returns to his old East End neighbourhood in London, where he faces harassment from police officers like Challoner and Kilcoyne. ...

Punchline (1988), an American comedy-drama film written and directed by David Seltzer and distributed by Columbia Pictures, follows the story of Steven Gold, a struggling medical student who also happens to be a stand-up comedian. While his medical studies prove to be a challenge, his comedic skills come naturally. However, when presented with an opportunity for success, he buckles under pressure. Enter Lilah, a devoted homemaker with dreams of becoming a comic herself. While she possesses raw talent, she lacks Steven’s expertise in the craft. Initially, Steven pays little attention to Lilah. But after being ...

The American fantasy comedy-drama film Big (1988), directed by Penny Marshall and starring Tom Hanks, follows the story of twelve-year-old Josh Baskin. Josh attempts to impress a girl at a carnival ride, but is turned away due to his height. Feeling down, he puts a coin in an old fortune-teller machine named Zoltar and wishes to be ‘big’. To his surprise, the machine grants his wish, but he soon realizes it had been unplugged the whole time. The next morning, Josh wakes up as an adult and immediately sets out to find the machine. However, he discovers that the ...

Bird (1988) is a biographical musical drama film, directed and produced by Clint Eastwood. In Kansas City, Missouri during 1939, young saxophonist Charlie Parker plays at the Reno Club, but his fast and erratic playing leads to a negative response from the audience. Moving to New York City, he performs at various jazz venues on 52nd Street and meets Dizzy Gillespie. Together, they develop a unique style of jazz that gains popularity as ‘bebop’. While playing with Dizzy, Charlie meets Chan Parker, a dancer and fellow fan of jazz. Despite his persistent attempts to ask her out, she rejects him and relocates to ...

The film The Dead Pool (1988) falls under the genre of American neo-noir action thriller and was directed by Buddy Van Horn. Following Inspector Harry Callahan’s testifying against crime boss Lou Janero, the latter is imprisoned. As a result, Callahan gains notoriety and becomes targeted by both Janero’s men and the media, something he dislikes. During an ambush where four hitmen are killed by Callahan, the SFPD assigns Al Quan as his new partner. Having lost many partners in the past, Callahan advises Quan to wear a bulletproof vest. Together they investigate the death of rock singer Johnny Squares, who was ...

Bull Durham (1988), an American romantic comedy sports film, is loosely based on writer/director Ron Shelton’s own experiences in the minor-league baseball world. Set in Durham, North Carolina, the movie follows the struggling Durham Bulls, a single-A team with a disappointing season record and dwindling attendance. However, their hope lies in rookie pitcher Ebby Calvin LaLoosh, known for his remarkable pitching skills but also for his lack of focus and discipline. To reign him in, the team brings in veteran catcher ‘Crash’ Davis, who is tasked with mentoring Ebby and improving his game. Despite being ...

Tequila Sunrise (1988) is a romantic crime flick penned and helmed by Robert Towne. Former drug dealer Dale ‘Mac’ McKussic is determined to leave his shady past behind. His longtime friend, Detective Lieutenant Nick Frescia from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, must uphold the law and arrest Mac if he resumes his illegal activities, as believed by DEA Agent Hal Maguire. Meanwhile, Mac finds himself attracted to Jo Ann Vallenari, a restaurant owner. As Nick delves deeper into Mac’s affairs, specifically his ties to Mexican drug lord Carlos, who is suspected of coming into town by DEA ...

The comedy drama film The Prince of Pennsylvania (1988) is the brainchild of writer and director Ron Nyswaner. Rupert Marshetta, the son of a miner, is a precocious and misunderstood character. He has dropped out of high school and feels out of place in his small town. Rupert’s frustration with his parents, Gary and Pam, stems from their rocky relationship. He also harbors strong feelings for Carla, an older woman who runs an old-fashioned ice cream stand along the roadside. Carla shares a daughter with her ex-boyfriend Joe, a state trooper. When Gary reveals to Rupert that he views himself as the king of ...

Shot on scene in Portland, Oregon and Yaquina Head near Newport on the Oregon Coast, Permanent Record (1988) delves into the weighty topic of suicide and its impact on loved ones. The main character, David Sinclair, appears to have an enviable life – he’s intelligent, gifted, humorous, and well-liked. His closest companion is Chris Townsend, a unique individual. However, despite appearances, David struggles with mounting academic pressure and familial expectations. As a result, he chooses to keep his emotional turmoil hidden from those around him. During a gathering with his schoolmates by the shore, he strolls to the ...

The Night Before (1988), an American comedy film, stars Keanu Reeves and Lori Loughlin. In the middle of the night, teen Winston regains consciousness in an alley, unsure of how he got there. He’s wearing a white tuxedo jacket but doesn’t remember much from the previous night. As Winston pieces together his memories through flashbacks, he recalls being waylaid on his way to prom. Now, he must figure out what happened to his wallet, car keys, prom date Tara, and why a pimp named ‘Tito’ wants him dead. While searching through his pockets, Winston ...

Dangerous Liaisons (1988) is an American romantic drama film set in pre-Revolution Paris. Directed by Stephen Frears and written by Christopher Hampton, it is based on Hampton’s play Les liaisons dangereuses, which was adapted from Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ 1782 French novel of the same name. The story revolves around the Marquise de Merteuil seeking revenge on her ex-lover, the Comte de Bastide, who ended their relationship. In order to embarrass ...