What is 1982 famous for

After many reports of Whales becoming and endangered species the International Whaling Commission decides to end commercial whaling, and a major recession hits the United States.

It was also known for the minute long horror-themed music video with memorable choreography that took MTV by storm. Since its release it has become the one of the highest-selling albums of all time. The agreement came as the result of an anti-trust case brought against the company in by the US Department of Justice. The Canada Act, as it was also known, finalized the patriation process that had been ongoing in Canada for years, resulting in the establishment of full sovereignty and independence of the nation.

The proclamation also included the Canadian Carter of Rights and Freedoms which outlined 34 basic rights that would be guaranteed in the country. Argentina surrenders on June 14th. The commander of the mission was Jack R. Lousma and the pilot was C. Gordon Fullerton. Sally Ride, who would become the first American woman in space the following year, was a member of the support crew. The two-man crew completed their mission objectives and several experiments during orbit.

Her seemingly hopeless situation changes dramatically when she is selected to spend a short time at the residence of the wealthy munitions industrialist, Oliver Warbucks. Quickly, she charms the hearts of the household staff and even the seemingly cold-hearted Warbucks cannot help but learn to love this wonderful girl. He decides to help Annie find her long lost parents by offering a reward if they would come to him and prove their identity. However, Miss Hannigan, her evil brother, Rooster, and a female accomplice, plan to impersonate those people to get the reward for themselves which put Annie in great danger.

The Verdict Starring: Paul Newman A lawyer sees the chance to salvage his career and self-respect by taking a medical malpractice case to trial rather than settling. Gandhi Starring: Ben Kingsley Biography of Mahatma Gandhi, the lawyer who became the famed leader of the Indian revolts against the British through his philosophy of non-violent protest. The Dark Crystal Another planet, another time. Now the time of the great conjunction of the three suns is near.

If the crystal is not healed now the control of the evil Skekses will last forever. Jen the last of the Gelflings nearly exterminated by monsters controlled by the Skekses starts his dangerous journey to find the missing shard of the crystal.

Will he be able to heal the crystal and restore order on the planet? Tron Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan A hacker is literally abducted into the world of a computer and forced to participate in gladiatorial games where his only chance of escape is with the help of a heroic security program.

Blade Runner Starring: Harrision Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, Edward James Olmos Deckard, a blade runner, has to track down and terminate 4 replicants who hijacked a ship in space and have returned to earth seeking their maker.

Stacy Hamilton and Mark Ratner are looking for a love interest, and are helped along by their older classmates, Linda Barrett and Mike Damone, respectively.

The center of the film is held by Jeff Spicoli, a perpetually stoned surfer dude who faces off with the resolute Mr. Hand, who is convinced that everyone is on dope. Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior Starring: Mel Gibson In the post-apocalyptic Australian wasteland, a cynical drifter agrees to help a small, gasoline rich, community escape a band of bandits.

Pink Floyd: The Wall A troubled rock star descends into madness in the midst of his physical and social isolation from everyone. The Man from Snowy River The story of a boy suddenly alone in the world. The men who challenge him. And the girl who helps him become a man. Author: Pia Sooney. Just a little obsessed with all things 80s, Pia still has her Swatch, her cassette tape collection, and her Converse Chucks. When not making friendship pins or listening to Depeche Mode, she runs a web design business.

One of the movies ever, ET was released for the first time staring a very young Drew Barrymore. The concept was based on an imaginary friend that Spielberg created following his parents divorce in To this day he remains only the 2nd coach after Alf Ramsey to take England to a World Cup semi final. We were spoilt with a 4th TV channel in November Countdown and Brookside were some of the first shows to air. Wogan, the BBC talk show presented by Terry Wogan was first broadcast in and ran for 10 years until it was replaced by the soap opera, Eldorado.

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