National Film Registry Adds 'Dirty Dancing' And 'Beverly Hills Cop'

This image released by the Library of Congress shows Jesse Eisenberg in a scene from the 2010 film "The Social Network." (Sony Pictures Entertainment/Library of Congress via AP)

The Library of Congress has announced the addition of two iconic 1980s films, 'Dirty Dancing' and 'Beverly Hills Cop,' to the National Film Registry. These films, along with 23 others, were selected for preservation due to their cultural, historical, and aesthetic significance.

'Dirty Dancing,' released in 1987, captivated audiences with the on-screen chemistry between Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. The film not only entertained but also tackled important issues such as abortion, classism, and antisemitism. The memorable line, 'Nobody puts baby in a corner,' has become a classic moment in cinematic history.