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Tender hooks

Australia, 1988
film

Mitch’s career as a hairdresser is nearing an end, but she remains optimistic and energetic. She meets Rex, charismatic, homeless and involved in scheme..

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Head over heels

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Crossroads

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Thunderstruck

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Hackers

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Similarity: 40%

Red Hook Summer

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Sliding doors

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Tapeheads

United States, 1988
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High Tide

Australia, 1987
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