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‘Blow Out’ hit theaters 45 years ago. It’s a time capsule of early ’80s Philly

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‘Blow Out’ hit theaters 45 years ago. It’s a time capsule of early ’80s Philly

Published: July 24, 2026

Source: Philly Voice
Center City

‘Blow Out’ was released in theaters 45 years ago. The 1981 Brian De Palma thriller was shot on location in his hometown of Philadelphia at Reading Terminal Market, City Hall, 30th Street Station and Penn’s Landing.