stackyFACTSThe cinematic trope of a mismatched duo learning life lessons while driving a car was born during the Great Depression. 'It Happened One Night' set the blueprint for every single buddy-comedy road trip film that followed, proving that minor vehicular annoyances make for excellent silver screen drama.
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