You Couldn't Ignore Me If You Tried

The other day I heard a story on NPR discussing the impact of John Hughes' films. Can you remember the first one you saw? The Breakfast Club was classic with every teen represented and smartass remarks galore. I'll never forget the scene where the obnoxious teacher in the bad suit had the door slam shut on his attempt to prop it open with a folding chair. Classic! I would have to say that my absolute favorite Hughes film was Some Kind of Wonderful. While I am not, nor ever have been a big fan of Eric Stoltz, I totally loved the character of Watts and her unrequited love for her best friend. Music was the other essential component of his movies. Who can not help but think of Ferris Bueller's Day Off when they hear Twist and Shout? Regardless of which one you loved the most, it's hard to deny the impact his movies had on us.

The link below discusses the book, You Couldn't Ignore Me If You Tried: The Brat Pack, John Hughes, and Their Impact on a Generation by Susannah Gora.