[1982/Directed by Amy Heckerling and written by Cameron Crowe] Follow the questionable antics a group of Southern California high school students courtesy of a few sub plots! Popular senior, Brad Hamilton (Judge Reinhold), thinks his life…
Lawrence Picks: Brat Pack 101
2 users like thisIn the 1980's, the term Brat Pack was a moniker given to a group of young actors that appeared together in several films with a coming-of-age theme. There are are three categories of Brat Pack qualifying actors, beginning with the Core Members: Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Andrew McCarthy, Rob Lowe, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson, Emilio Estevez, Demi Moore. Then Brat Pack Adjacent: C. Thomas Howell, Tom Cruise, Matt Dillon, Patrick Swayze, Ralph Macchio, Charlie Sheen, Robert Downey, Jr., James Spader. And those deemed Brat Pack by Association: Kevin Bacon, Matthew Broderick, Jon Cryer, John Cusack, Jami Gertz, Mary Stuart Masterson, Sean Penn, Kiefer Sutherland, and Lea Thompson. (Also, noted below are John Hughes credentials associated, thus, demonstrating how prolific a writer and director he was during this era.) These films may prove relatable for some, provide examples of interesting life choices for others, or make you laugh until you cry. These films are classic time capsules of the highest order with recognizable catch phrases and soundtracks that will haunt you for the rest of your days.


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