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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th 802701 - George Wells' time machine finally stops travelling forward. After saving Weena, and meeting the Eloi, he discovers the underground race known as Morlocks.

📽️📅 The Time Machine (1960)

3 Screenshots from the movie "The Time Machine" (1960): First, a close-up of the time machine's control panel with colorful dials and ornate detailing, indicating a time of October 12. Second, a scene with a man and a woman sitting on steps, engaged in a serious conversation with the subtitle "Twenty of your friends were watching you drown." Third, a group of Morlocks, creatures with pale skin and white hair, standing in a cave-like environment, exuding a menacing presence.

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th - Light and Mia attend homecoming. Light discovers Mia tore Watari's page from the notebook.

📽️📅 Death Note (2017)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Death Note" (2017): First, a close-up of a person looking intently at a series of surveillance monitors displaying rooms and timestamps. Second, a woman in a sparkly dress is holding a man in a top hat, who is making a comical face with his tongue out. Third, a person with blond hair is on the phone, looking distressed, with subtitles saying, "No! Mia, what did you do? Where's the page?"

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th 2013 - Students Mia, Gavin, and Luis first met Deborah, an elderly woman who has Alzheimer's disease, whom they want to film a documentary about. They quickly realise there's something more supernatural behind Deborah's condition.

📽️📅 The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014)

3 Screenshots from the movie "The Taking of Deborah Logan" (2014): First, a black screen with text reads, "Medical student Mia Hu and her documentary crew travel to Exuma, Virginia to meet with Alzheimer's patient Deborah Logan and her daughter Sarah." Second, a black screen with the date "October 12, 2013." Third, three women stand outside; one has blonde hair and wears a teal sweater, another with long brown hair in a plaid shirt, and the third with short hair wearing a vest, all appear engaged in a serious conversation.

Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th - Michael Woods arrives in Johannesburg after being released from prison, to meet up his wife Angie. While driving the rental car to the embassy, Michael discovers a gun and a cellphone in the car, and a woman tied up in the trunk.

📽️📅 Vehicle 19 (2013)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Vehicle 19" (2013): First, a man sits in the driver's seat of a car, holding a green device next to the steering wheel, wearing a denim shirt and a wristwatch. Second, the same man, with a serious expression, speaks on a cell phone while driving; subtitles read "You were meant to acknowledge receipt of the message." Third, in a dimly lit scene, the man leans towards a woman in distress, wearing a blood-stained top; subtitles read "Today, October 12, 2011..."

Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th - While working on a documentary, Steve Zisssou's best friend, Esteban du Plantier, was eaten alive by a "jaguar shark".

📽️📅 The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)

4 Screenshots from the movie "The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" (2004): First, two men in matching blue uniforms stand on a boat with rocky cliffs in the background, one wearing a red beanie and holding a harpoon gun. The subtitle reads, "October 12th. Esteban and I explore the blue reefs beyond the peninsula." Second, a man is pictured swimming in turbulent water with the words "ESTEBAN WAS EATEN" overlaid in yellow text. Third, two men in formal attire sit at a long table in a grand room adorned with a mural, with one asking, "What would be the scientific purpose of killing it?" Fourth, the same scene continues as the other man responds with the single word, "Revenge."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th 1985 - The Comedian was murdered

📽️📅 Watchmen (2009)

2 Screenshots from the movie "Watchmen" (2009): First, a dark, rain-soaked street with a silhouette of a figure walking, carrying a sense of foreboding; the subtitle reads "Rorschach's journal, October 12, 1985." Second, a close-up of a hand placing a smiley face button on a street grate, symbolizing an ominous event; the subtitle reads "Tonight, a comedian died in New York."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 5h

Oct 12th 1969 - Amelie's neighbour, Madeleine Wells', husband died in a plane crash after leaving his wife. Amelie forged a letter from him, saying he regretted his actions and missed his wife.

📽️📅 Amélie (2001)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Amélie" (2001): First, a woman stands in a dimly lit hallway with wooden paneling, reading a letter with the subtitle: “Dear Mrs. Wells, we recently recovered a mailbag...”. Second, she continues to read the letter, surrounded by a row of green mailboxes, with the subtitle: “that was lost in a plane crash...”. Third, the scene remains the same as she opens a mailbox, with the subtitle: “on October 12th, 1969, on Mont Blanc.”

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 7h

Oct 12th - Despite his alibi, Cody Jarrett and his gang stole $300,000 from a train emerging from a tunnel near the California state line.

📽️📅 White Heat (1949)

3 Screenshots from the movie "White Heat" (1949): First, a stern judge sits behind a wooden bench in a courtroom, the American flag visible in the background, with subtitles reading "Arthur Cody Jarrett, on your own admission...". Second, the judge continues speaking, his expression serious, with subtitles "...you have been convicted of the robbery of the Palace Hotel...". Third, the judge remains focused, delivering the final part of his statement, the subtitle reads "...on the night of October 12th."

Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 7h

Oct 12th - Rebecca de Winter, the first wife of Maxim de Winter, died

📽️📅 Rebecca (1940)

2 Screenshots from the movie "Rebecca" (1940): First, a dimly lit room with a fireplace and a desk cluttered with papers. Three men are engaged in a discussion, with the subtitle: "concerning the late Mrs. de Winter's activities on the day of her death." Second, the same room and people, the man in the center looking thoughtful, with the subtitle: "October the 12th, last year."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 21h

Thanks. Dunno how I missed that in the cinema 😂

Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks for the heads up Dennis. Can you remember where in the movie it references the date?

Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Oct 11th - Dr Curt Connors becomes The Lizard.

📽️📅 The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)

4 Screenshots from the movie "The Amazing Spider-Man" (2012): First, a dark, intense scene shows a large, reptilian creature crouched in the night. Second, a close-up of a newspaper headline reads "REWARD FOR PROOF!" with a picture of a clawed hand, suggesting mysterious occurrences. Third, a man in a white lab coat, under dim lighting, examines something on a table with focused intensity. Fourth, a tense close-up of a man's face with reptilian skin, in a dimly lit environment, and the subtitle reads, "Just drive."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Oct 11th 2002 - Julia Powell posted an update on her blog where she was attempting to cook all the recipes from Julia Child’s "Mastering the Art of French Cooking" in 1 year.

📽️📅 Julie & Julia (2009)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Julie & Julia" (2009): First, a close-up of hands holding a can of Virginia Diner salted peanuts with the subtitle "Thanks to all my faithful readers for this loot." Second, a computer screen displaying a blog titled "The Julie/Julia Project" with the text "59 days down, 437 recipes to go." Third, a woman sitting in front of a laptop, wiping her nose with a tissue, wearing a cozy sweater.

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Oct 11th - Investment banker Nicholas Van Orton's birthday. For his birthday, he receives a voucher from his brother Conrad, for a game offered by a company called Consumer Recreation Services (CRS).

📽️📅 The Game (1997)

3 Screenshots from the movie "The Game" (1997): First, a man in a suit sits at a dining table, looking attentively as he asks, "So what brings you to town, Conrad? Everything all right?" Second, another man gestures with his hand, smiling slightly, saying, "October 12th, Nickie's birthday." The setting is dimly lit, creating an intimate atmosphere. Third, the first man responds, saying, "October 11th."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Oct 11th - Eleven-year-old twin sisters, Hallie Parker and Annie James (both played by Lindsay Lohan) were born, before being separated by their divorcing parents.

📽️📅 The Parent Trap (1998)

2 Screenshots from the movie "The Parent Trap" (1998): First, a young girl with red hair and a headband looks over her shoulder, seated in a wooden cabin with a window in the background. Subtitles read, "How old are you? - I'll be 12 on October 11." Second, another frame shows a similar-looking girl with her hair down, expressing surprise in the same cabin setting. Subtitles read, "So will I. - Your birthday's on October 11?"

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 1d

Oct 11th 1975 - 50 years ago today, NBC's Saturday Night (later renamed Saturday Night Live) premiered.

📽️📅 Saturday Night (2024)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Saturday Night" (2024): First, a black screen displays a quote in yellow text: “The show doesn’t go on because it’s ready. It goes on because it’s 11:30.” – Lorne Michaels. Second, a bustling nighttime street scene in front of NBC Studios, with neon signs and steam rising from the ground, labeled “October 11th 1975.” Third, a person wearing a denim jacket and headset stands in a room with floral wallpaper, saying, “Live from New York. It’s Saturday Night!”

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 2005 - Robbie Williams performed for one night only at the Royal Albert Hall, with his father appearing on stage for the final song. IRL it was in 2001, and his father didn't join him on stage

📽️📅 Depicted in Better Man (2024)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Better Man" (2024): First, a person holds a ticket to a Robbie Williams event, dated October 10th 2005. Second, a grand concert hall filled with people, featuring "ROBBIE WILLIAMS" displayed in large illuminated letters on stage. Third, a scene with a person in a tuxedo and a Robbie Williams (as a chimpanzee) in a suit standing together, surrounded by an audience in a lively setting.

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 2004 - Explorers open a tomb unveiling mankind's worst nightmare, the #AlienVsPredator franchise.

📽️📅 AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

2 Screenshots from the movie "AVP: Alien vs. Predator" (2004): First, a close-up of a concerned woman with dark hair, wearing a red jacket, in a dimly lit environment, with the subtitles "What's today's date?" and "October 10." Second, a man with short dark hair, dressed warmly, is illuminated by a flashlight, looking intently at someone off-screen, with the subtitle "Someone opened this 100 years ago?"

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1995 - Paolo Gucci (Jared Leto) died in poverty in London.

📽️📅 Depicted in House of Gucci (2021)

1 Screenshot from the movie "House of Gucci" (2021): A man with a mustache and receding hairline is standing behind a wire mesh, wearing a colorful robe. He appears to be in a dimly lit aviary with white doves perched nearby. The setting has a somber tone. The subtitle reads, "PAOLO GUCCI DIED IN POVERTY IN LONDON IN 1995."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1994 - The Justice Department informs the Senate Oversight Committee for Covert Operations about Dr Hans Kleindast's time travel invention and the need to form the T.E.C. (Time Enforcement Commission) to police time travel.

📽️📅 Timecop (1994)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Timecop" (1994): First, an aerial view of Washington, D.C. with the Capitol building prominently in the center; the text overlay reads "WASHINGTON, D.C. OCTOBER 10, 1994." Second, a dimly lit room with a long table surrounded by people in a meeting; the subtitle reads "We have to form a new agency to police this technology and protect time." Third, a close-up of a man wearing glasses and a suit, speaking with the subtitle "It will be called the Time Enforcement Commission or the T.E.C."

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1988 - Donnie Darko talked to his science teacher about time travel. He gave Donnie a book "The Philosophy of Time Travel", written by a former teacher Roberta Sparrow, who people now refer to as Grandma Death.

📽️📅 Donnie Darko (2001)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Donnie Darko" (2001): First, a black screen with white text reads "October 10 1988 (TWENTY DAYS REMAIN)." Second, two people stand in a dimly lit room filled with scientific equipment; one says, "Listen... don't tell anybody that I gave you this." Third, a close-up of a book titled "The Philosophy of Time Travel" by Roberta Sparrow, next to a small metallic sculpture resembling an atom.

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1965 - Camp Ivanhoe continued to rebuild after the storm.

📽️📅 Moonrise Kingdom (2012)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Moonrise Kingdom" (2012): First, a rustic camp entrance with a handmade sign reading "Kamp Ivanhoe," surrounded by trees and scout tents. Subtitles read, "Scout Master's log. October 10th." Second, a tent interior with a vintage radio and a framed photo, overlooking more tents and greenery outside. Subtitles read, "Reconstruction continues increasingly ahead of schedule,". Third, inside a cozy tent, a scout master is seated, speaking into a microphone at a wooden table. Subtitles read, "The latrine, however, does continue to present...".

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1962 - Elisa and Giles attempted to release the Amphibian Man into the canals, but then Colonel Richard Strickland turned up to stop them.

📽️📅 The Shape of Water (2017)

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Dates in Movies @datesinmovies.bsky.social · 2d

Oct 10th 1939 - Jack discovers the grave of Eleanor Rigby, who passed away on this day, while exploring Liverpool in the hope of remembering the lyrics to the Beatles song "Eleanor Rigby"

📽️📅 Yesterday (2019)

3 Screenshots from the movie "Yesterday" (2019): First, two men stand in a cemetery, surrounded by lush greenery and gravestones, looking upward contemplatively. Second, a close-up of a gravestone with the inscription "Also Eleanor Rigby, the beloved wife of Thomas Wood" is visible. Third, a blurred foreground of a person walking with focus on a woman standing on a pathway, wearing a coat and scarf, with greenery in the background.

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Tomorrow’s already the 10th @tomorrowsthe10th.bsky.social · 2d

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