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When Harry Met Sally...

1989 · TMDB 7.4

Directed by Rob Reiner

Sex always gets in the way of friendships between men and women. At least, that's what Harry Burns believes. So when Harry meets Sally Albright and a deep friendship blossoms between them, Harry's determined not to let his attraction to Sally destroy it. But when a night of weakness ends in a morning of panic, can the pair avoid succumbing to Harry's fears by remaining friends and admitting they just might be the perfect match for each other?

Why it matters

Nora Ephron and Rob Reiner's twelve-year conversation about whether men and women can be friends, with Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan trading barbs and glances. The deli scene and the final New Year's Eve speech are both studies in rhythm.

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