A cinematic, romantic peak, home to 'Romeo and Juliet'. Lush and acclaimed. A creative high. Released in 1980, it's a key entry in Dire Straits's run.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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More from Dire Straits — where to go next
If you have Making Movies, these are the Dire Straits records worth reaching for next.
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Brothers in Arms1985 · RockStart here
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Dire Straits1978 · RockClassic
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Making Movies1980 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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Love over Gold1982 · RockClassic
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