Ep. 119 - Planes, Trains and Automobiles (Ray Charles)
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Comedy, Drama, Music, 22-Nov-2021
Who doesn't love this quintessential Thanksgiving movie? We miss John Candy terribly, and I think we can all agree this is one of his best performances ever.
So much could be said about the genius of John Hughes. This is as classic as you can get. Enjoy this snapshot featuring the legendary Ray Charles, and see the film over the holidays. Make it a tradition!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Where to watch: https://letterboxd.com/film/planes-trains-and-automobiles/
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