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From this Saturday at 12 AM Eastern—that’s 6 PM Saturday in NZ, 4 PM in Sydney, and 5 AM in the UK—and repeated every four hours throughout the day—we’re
featuring the described movies Parenthood (1989) and Dick Tracy (1990).
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Movie 1: Parenthood (1989)
Parenthood (1989) is a warm, funny, and deeply relatable comedy-drama that explores the joys, anxieties, and unexpected challenges of raising children.
Directed by Ron Howard, the film follows the interconnected lives of the Buckman family as they navigate parenthood in all its messy, imperfect forms—from
overachieving kids and rebellious teenagers to overwhelmed parents trying their best to do right.
Balancing heartfelt emotion with sharp humour, the film offers an honest look at family life, embracing both its chaos and its tenderness.
With a strong ensemble cast and an affectionate, human touch, Parenthood remains a beloved film that resonates with anyone who has ever been part of a
family,
celebrating the idea that there is no single “right” way to be a parent.
Directed by: Ron Howard
Produced by: Brian Grazer
Starring: Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards, Rick Moranis
Written by: Lowell Ganz, Babaloo Mandel
Music by: Randy Newman
Cinematography: Donald McAlpine
Edited by: Daniel P. Hanley, Mike Hill
Distributed by: Universal Pictures
Release date: 31 July 1989 (USA)
File length: 129 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: Approx. $20 million
Box office: Approx. $126.3 million
Movie 2: Dick Tracy (1990)
Dick Tracy (1990) is a bold, stylised crime action film that brings the classic comic strip detective to life with striking visuals and a larger-than-life
tone.
Directed by and starring Warren Beatty, the film follows hard-nosed detective Dick Tracy as he takes on ruthless gangster Big Boy Caprice while navigating
a
complicated romance with singer Breathless Mahoney.
Noted for its vivid primary colour palette, dramatic makeup, and faithful comic-book aesthetic, the film stands out as a visually distinctive take on the
film noir genre.
With memorable performances, energetic action, and an Academy Award-winning musical score, Dick Tracy is a striking and ambitious adaptation that blends
crime,
romance, and comic-strip spectacle into a uniquely cinematic experience.
Directed by: Warren Beatty
Produced by: Warren Beatty
Starring: Warren Beatty, Madonna, Al Pacino, Glenn Headly
Written by: Jim Cash, Jack Epps Jr.
Music by: Danny Elfman
Cinematography: Vittorio Storaro
Edited by: Richard Marks
Distributed by: Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
Release date: 15 June 1990 (USA)
File length: 105 minutes
Country: United States
Language: English
Budget: Approx. $46 million
Box office: Approx. $162.7 million