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Blast from the past: 15 movie gems of 1985

Beyond the blockbusters: This watch list has something for everyone over the long holiday weekend.

“It’s had a profound impact on our culture, especially on people who’ve felt different and marginalized.”

“Mankind has always feared what it doesn’t understand.” Plus: our seven favorite scenes

Sure, the plot lacks originality but it’s a solid B movie—and H.R. Giger designed the alien lifeform.

Ron Howard’s 1995 love letter to NASA’s Apollo program takes a few historical liberties but it still inspires awe.