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Movie poster: Bearskin: An Urban Fairytale (1989)
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Bearskin: An Urban Fairytale

1989 · 95 min Thriller
7.5 / 10 · TMDB

Johnny Fortune (Damon Lowry) is no good to anyone, not mean, but just no good. Surrounded by violence and dishonesty, Johnny lives with Kate. Johnny messes up, he loses a lot of money, his girlfriend Kate's money. Alone, desperate and on the run from a couple of hit-men, he applies for a job as an entertainer's assistant becoming a dancing bear. Unwittingly learning of secrets around him, his past catches up with him.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1989
Country Portugal, United Kingdom
Genre Thriller
Director Ann Guedes
Runtime 95 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.5/10 (2 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Bearskin: An Urban Fairytale is a very strong film rated 7.5/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1989. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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