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Inhaler
Just Breathe From the first time we see Mikey, he's using an inhaler to help with his asthma. Throughout the Goonies' adventure, Mikey can be seen taking quite a few drags off of it. But at the end...
Statue
This End UpIn one of the opening scenes, Chunk establishes his signature clumsiness by dropping and breaking one of Mrs. Walsh's prized possessions: a porcelain statue of a naked dude.We're sure sh...
Coins in the Wishing Well
Quick ChangeThere's no secret about this one. Stef comes right out and says that each coin in the wishing well is someone's wish—someone's dream. And then Mouth says:MOUTH: Yeah, but you know wha...
Troy's Bucket
Well, Well, WellA big deal is made about Troy's bucket. Which, first of all, is totally unfair. Did Troy pay for this bucket? Does anyone see his name on it? Does his family own this wishing well?...