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Moonstruck
Moonstruck is a 1987 romantic comedy film which tells the story of a woman who falls in love with her fiance's brother. It stars Cher, Nicolas Cage, Vincent Gardenia , Olympia Dukakis, Danny Aiello, Julie Bovasso and John Mahoney.
The movie was written by John Patrick Shanley and directed by Norman Jewison.
It won Academy Awards for Best Actress in a Leading Role (Cher), Best Actress in a Supporting Role (Olympia Dukakis) and Best Writing, Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen. It was nominated for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Vincent Gardenia), Best Director and Best Picture.
Famous quotes
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