- Rocky (1976): This iconic film follows the story of Rocky Balboa, a down-on-his-luck boxer from Philadelphia, as he gets the chance of a lifetime to fight for the heavyweight championship.
- The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012): Set in Pittsburgh, this coming-of-age film explores the lives of a group of high school friends navigating the challenges of adolescence.
- The Sixth Sense (1999): This supernatural thriller, set in Philadelphia, tells the tale of a young boy who can communicate with the dead and the psychologist who tries to help him.
- Girl, Interrupted (1999): Based on a true story, this film is set in a mental institution near Philadelphia, where a young woman is institutionalized and forms unexpected friendships.
- Flashdance (1983): This dance-filled drama takes place in Pittsburgh and follows the story of a young woman with dreams of becoming a professional dancer.
- Witness (1985): Set in Lancaster County’s Amish community, this thriller tells the story of a young Amish boy who becomes a witness to a murder, and the detective who must protect him.
- Silver Linings Playbook (2012): This romantic comedy-drama is set in Philadelphia and follows the journey of a man with bipolar disorder who forms a complicated relationship with a young widow.
- The Deer Hunter (1978): This award-winning film is set in a small Pennsylvania town and explores the lives of a group of friends who are deeply affected by their experiences during the Vietnam War.
- Gettysburg (1993): Filmed on location at Gettysburg National Military Park, this epic war film depicts the events of the Battle of Gettysburg, a pivotal moment in the American Civil War.
- Signs (2002): Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, this sci-fi thriller is set in a rural Pennsylvania farm where a family must deal with mysterious crop circles and an impending alien invasion.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Pennsylvania
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