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Pete

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Pete has published a news story:

On This Day January 22 1982 - Shoot the Moon Premiered in Theaters.

On this day January 22 1982, Shoot the Moon premiered in theaters, offering a serious emotionally grounded drama focused on marriage divorce and family strain. The film stood apart from the high concept releases of the era by centering on raw performances and realistic domestic conflict rather than spectacle.

Shoot the Moon reflected an early 1980s willingness to explore adult themes with honesty and...

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