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The 10 Most Universally Beloved ’80s Cult Classic Movies
The article names ten 1980s films it considers unusually widely loved cult classics, arguing that some have since become mainstream classics. It says home video and cable helped films that struggled in cinemas find new audiences and build passionate followings.
Among the examples covered are *The Evil Dead*, whose low-budget, graphic style drew controversy before word-of-mouth and Stephen King’s praise helped it find fans, and *This Is Spinal Tap*, which grew into a hit on VHS after only moderate box-office success. *Labyrinth* also gained a following through home video and cable after a mixed critical response and weak US box office, while *The Blues Brothers* shows that even successful films can become cult favourites.
In short
- Home video and cable helped 1980s films find devoted audiences.
- Some cult favourites later became mainstream classics.
- The article highlights films including *The Evil Dead* and *Labyrinth*.
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