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Footloose

1984, Herbert Ross

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Footloose is a 1984 American musical drama film directed by Herbert Ross. It tells the story of Ren McCormack, a teenager from Chicago who moves to a small town, where he attempts to overturn the ban on dancing instituted by the efforts of a local minister.

If you like Footloose, you might also like American Teen Romance Films, 1984 Romantic Drama Films, American Coming-of-age Drama Films, and American Dance Films.

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