The Goonies (1985)

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

Capturing the spirit of childhood adventure at the very heart of the film. The image shows the four boys huddled closely together, faces intent and filled with curiosity, as they study a worn treasure map held just below frame. One of them bears the unmistakable trace of youthful indulgence, cream smeared across his mouth, adding a perfectly timed note of humour to the otherwise serious moment of discovery.

This still encapsulates what made The Goonies resonate so deeply: the balance of scrappy realism and boundless imagination. The boys’ expressions reflect hope, doubt, and excitement in equal measure, grounding the fantastical treasure hunt in genuine friendship and youthful belief. Released at the height of 1980s adventure cinema, The Goonies became a defining coming-of-age film, celebrating misfits, loyalty, and the thrill of possibility. Images like this remain instantly evocative reminders of a time when maps promised worlds, and friendship was the greatest treasure of all.

• Year: 1985
• Size: 8 X 10 Inches
• Condition: Unframed
• Product Code: T6364