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For women only: female-bonding films hit the big screen

Article Abstract:

Hollywood is capitalizing on its discovery of a women's market, thanks to the success of 'Waiting To Exhale,' to release several similar films in 1996. Among those winning critical acclaim are 'Walking and Talking,' 'Manny & Lo,' and 'Celestial Clockwork.'

Product introduction, Women, Motion picture industry, Movie industry, Women consumers, Women in motion pictures, 1996 AD

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When disaster flicks strike

Article Abstract:

The films 'Anaconda,' 'Volcano,' 'Titanic' and 'The Flood' will be released in 1997 and depict major disasters or threatening events. The likelihood that such events will occur as they are depicted is minimal, but the films are made to entertain.

Portrayals, Natural disasters, Motion pictures

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Why men don't commit

Article Abstract:

Men will go to all lengths to avoid commitment. An interview with the cast of a new movie, 'Beautiful Girls', is presented. The cast discusses marriage, commitment, communication, living together, jealousy, dependency, and attending weddings.

Psychological aspects, Interview, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Interpersonal relations, Motion picture actors and actresses, Movie actors

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