The film `Dirty Dancing` was added to the U.S. National Registry for its cultural significance

The Library of Congress has added new films to the National Film Registry. Recently, the action comedy "Spy Kids" (2001) and the romantic drama "Dirty Dancing" (1987) were included.

This year, 25 new films were added to the registry. These films were selected for their special cultural, historical, and aesthetic value, reports People.

The list, in addition to the film with Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze, also includes: "Beverly Hills Cop" (1984) starring Eddie Murphy, "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" (1982), and "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" (1974).
Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in the film 'Dirty Dancing'
Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey in the film 'Dirty Dancing'
The drama "The Social Network" (2010) about Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg and the Oscar-winning film "No Country for Old Men" (2008) earned a worthy place.

Currently, the registry holds 900 films. Last year, the collection was enriched with films like "Home Alone" (1990), "The Nightmare Before Christmas" (1993), and "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" (1991).

The Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden, emphasized the importance of preserving the country's cinematic heritage for future generations.
Films reflect the history and culture of our country and must be preserved in our national library for future generations.
Carla Hayden
Zoomboola.com reminds us that we recently reviewed the past year's highlights. The editorial team examined which foreign films became the most popular in 2024.
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The top ranking went to the superhero action film "Deadpool and Wolverine," starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. In the plot, protagonist Wade Wilson encounters the mysterious organization "Time Variance Authority" and, along with Wolverine, attempts to restore the distorted timeline.

The second place was taken by the sequel to the sci-fi saga "Dune," featuring Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya. The film narrates Paul Atreides’ path to leadership among the Fremen and his struggle for peace on the planet Arrakis.

Rounding out the top three is the prequel "Furiosa: Mad Max Chronicles," with Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth, which tells the story of the main character's tragic past and her abduction from the Green Place by Dementus' gang.

Read about other films that became the most successful this past year in the article from Zoomboola.com.