The Goonies (1985)

An original black-and-white photo still from The Goonies (1985).

Capturing the film’s grounding blend of childhood camaraderie and looming danger. The image places the young adventurers gathered tensely around a rough wooden table, mid-conversation, as their captor looms over them. Dim lighting, cluttered surroundings, and wary expressions create an atmosphere thick with unease, underscoring the moment where youthful bravado brushes up against real consequence.

This still reflects the darker edge that set The Goonies apart from many children’s adventure films of the era. Produced by Steven Spielberg and directed by Richard Donner, the film balanced comic energy with genuine peril, allowing its young characters to feel authentic, vulnerable, and brave. Culturally, The Goonies became a defining artefact of 1980s cinema, celebrating friendship, misfits, and the thrill of discovery. Images like this distil the film’s enduring appeal: the magic that emerges when ordinary kids are tested in extraordinary circumstances.

• Year: 1985
• Size: 8 X 10 Inches
• Condition: Unframed
• Product Code: T6363