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John Hughes is not often cited for greatness, nor many of his films. Some have fervant admirers ("Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "The Breakfast Club"), but none of his other films match the wit, comedy or heart that "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" conceals within itself. It is like a little gem that carries so much concealed power that it hurts just to think about how wrong you were when you thought at first glance, "Oh boy, another typical '80s comedy."
But it isn't another typical '80s comedy.The story is grounded in its characters, and the laughter comes afterwards. The chuckles and...
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