AUGUST 27, 1981

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• Headline: William Hurt Stars in Body Heat. Impact: If William Hurt hadn't played the fall guy in 'Body Heat', perhaps the concept of 'sexy murder mystery' wouldn't have caught on, leading to a world where every rainy night is filled with bad noir films and even worse pickup lines. Thanks, Hurt, for setting the bar for future wannabe detectives with questionable morals.. Fact: The film was so steamy that it nearly caused a rise in the purchase of air conditioning units in the 80s. Who knew film noir could have such a tangible impact on home cooling technology?.
• Headline: Gallipoli: A Defining Moment for Australia. Impact: The story of young Australian soldiers in 'Gallipoli' sparked a national consciousness that led to a rise in ANZAC Day celebrations, which inadvertently turned into an annual excuse for Australians to drink beer at dawn. Who knew war memories could lead to such spirited festivities?. Fact: The film's climax is so shattering that it was rumored to have caused more than a few overly emotional viewings, leading to a new genre: 'cried my eyes out at a war movie' support groups..