From John Huston, the director of “The African Queen” (1951) comes this charming and unforgettable musical…
“The sun will come out tomorrow, bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow…”
On this day, “Annie”, which introduced Aileen Quinn and starred Albert Finney, Carol Burnett, Tim Curry etc., was released on June 18th 1982, thus making the film 35 years old as of today.
For those in the know, the film focuses on the orphan and eponymous character played by Aileen Quinn who is adopted by billionaire Oliver Warbucks played by Albert Finney while still being determined to find her real parents. Along the way, Annie brings optimism and joy in the Warbucks household.
If you feel like charm and musical numbers from the 1980s, then this is the film for you or for anyone you know who likes musicals.
Poster source: Internet Movie Poster (IMP) Awards.