_**A Pleasant “Chick flick” Starring Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey**_ Two young girls forge a friendship that lasts a lifetime after meeting on the beach, with one living along the East Coast and the other on the West. CC Bloom (Bette Midler) is portrayed as an outgoing performer residing in New York City, while Hillary (Barbara Hershey) maintains a more refined and quiet presence out west. Mayim Bialik brings charm to the role of young CC in the film’s beginning, and John Heard contributes a memorable performance. "Beaches," released in 1988, is an example of an 80's “chick flick” that incorporates elements of drama, humor that feels genuine, romantic storylines, Broadway-style performances, and music. It carries the reputation of being emotionally impactful, though it didn’t personally elicit strong feelings of sadness; I can see how others might find it very moving. The movie does a good job of illustrating the highs and lows inherent in a friendship spanning many years. Viewers who appreciate Bette Midler or Barbara Hershey are likely to enjoy this film more than I did. The runtime is 2 hours and 3 minutes, and filming took place in both California and New York City. GRADE: B-/C+

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