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FILM DETAILS

Certificate PG

Cast

Directors Richard Donner

Screenwriters

Running Time 0 minutes

The Goonies (PG)

Plot
A bunch of kids out for an adventure, and to find money so that Mikey can help his mum resist the property developers, embark on a treasure hunt. The bunch stumble across a frightening but friendly monster, a murderous family and booby traps galor until they find exactly what they're looking for.

Verdict
A rolicking good time is had by all in this adventure that is built on archetypal plot strands that tie together oh so well.


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