Fresh Horses (1988)

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Title: Fresh Horses

Genre: Drama, Romance

Cast: Molly Ringwald, Andrew McCarthy, Patti D'Arbanville, Ben Stiller, Leon Russom, Molly Hagan, Viggo Mortensen, Doug Hutchison, Welker White, William Youmans

Release: 1988-11-18

Runtime: 105

Plot: A Cincinnati college student breaks off his engagement to his wealthy fiancée after he falls in love with a backwoods Kentucky girl he meets at a party. She says she's 20, but he finds out she's 16 and married to an abusive husband.
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Title: Fresh Horses

Tagline: Love doesn't have to last a lifetime.

Genre: Drama, Romance

Director: David Anspaugh

Cast: Molly Ringwald, Andrew McCarthy, Patti D'Arbanville, Ben Stiller, Leon Russom, Molly Hagan, Viggo Mortensen, Doug Hutchison, Welker White, William Youmans

Status: Released

Release: Nov 17, 1988

Runtime: 105

Plot: A Cincinnati college student breaks off his engagement to his wealthy fiancée after he falls in love with a backwoods Kentucky girl he meets at a party. She says she's 20, but he finds out she's 16 and married to an abusive husband.

"Fresh Horses," released on November 18, 1988, is a drama and romance film directed by David Anspaugh, known for his work on "Hoosiers" (1986). This film reunites Molly Ringwald and Andrew McCarthy, who previously starred together in the iconic "Pretty in Pink" (1986), adding to its appeal for fans of 1980s teen dramas.

The film explores themes of love, class differences, and the complexities of relationships. Molly Ringwald plays the role of a mysterious young woman from Kentucky, while Andrew McCarthy portrays a college student whose life takes unexpected turns as he becomes entangled in a complicated romance.

Despite the star power and intriguing premise, "Fresh Horses" did not achieve significant commercial success upon its release. However, it remains a point of interest for those who appreciate the era's cinematic landscape and the collaboration of its leading actors.

The film also features early performances by Ben Stiller and Viggo Mortensen, who would both go on to have successful careers in Hollywood. This adds an extra layer of interest for viewers exploring the early works of these now well-known actors.
 
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