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Critic William Thomas
rated 8

...a disarming reminiscence on buddydom

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Cast & Crew

Barry Levinson
Director
Kevin Bacon
As Timothy Fenwick Jr.
Mickey Rourke
As Robert 'Boogie' Sheftell
Mark Margolis
As Earl Mager
Steve Guttenberg
As Edward 'Eddie' Simmons
Ellen Barkin
As Beth Schreiber
Tim Daly
As William 'Billy' Howard

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Diner is a coming-of-age comedy-drama film set in 1959 Baltimore, following a group of young friends as they navigate their transition into adulthood. The film centers around their hangout spot, Fell's Point Diner, where they share their dreams, struggles, and friendship. The story follows Eddie, who is preparing for his wedding while trying to cancel his bet with a bookie, Boogie, who is obsessed with gambling and women, and Billy, who is struggling with his own relationships and responsibilities. Alongside their antics, the film explores themes of love, friendship, and growing up. With a memorable cast of characters and a nostalgic atmosphere, Diner is a heartwarming and humorous tale of young adulthood.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Diner include Grease, The Breakfast Club, Can't Buy Me Love, About Last Night..., Moonstruck, Withnail & I.

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Diner was released in theaters on April 2, 1982.