John Hughes Tribute #3 - Some Kind of Wonderful

Some Kind of Wonderful

John Hughes wrote this teen-romance in 1986, the movie came out in 1987 directed by Howard Deutch. It is the story of Watts, played by Mary Stuart Masterson, who discovers she has deep feelings for her best friend, Keith (played by Eric Stoltz), after he starts dating the most popular girl in school, Amanda (played by Lea Thompson.) Masterson's performance was singled out, which led to roles in movies such as the Back To The Future series. Enjoy the following 2 videos from the movie's soundtrack.

John Hughes Tribute #2: Ferris Beuller's Day Off

FERRIS BEULLER'S DAY OFF

This cult teen-romance movie from John Hughes came out in 1986, but is still quoted today: especially the scene where Ferris' teacher (with the nasally voice) is taking roll call. "Beuller? Beuller? Beuller??..................Anyone? Anyone?"

The movie stars Matthew Broderick as Ferris, who plans and implements an epic senior skip-day for the ages. He is joined by his girlfriend Sloane (Mia Sara) and his best friend Cameron (Alan Ruck) as they trapeze through Chicago, visiting such landmarks as the Sears Tower, The Art Institute of Chicago, and, most impressively, Wrigley Field.

Meanwhile back in school, Ferris' sister Jeanie (Jennifer Grey) and the evil Dean of Students try to catch Ferris in the act. Hilarity ensues.

Below you will find 3 videos of songs from the movie that I felt captured it's spirit. If you reached this through a facebook link, click "Indie-Ahh" to get the videos. Enjoy!

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John Hughes Tribute #1: Pretty in Pink

John Hughes - Pretty in Pink

This 1986 teenage romantic comedy starred Molly Ringwald as "Andie," the girl from "the wrong side of the tracks," Jon Cryer as her best friend "Duckie," and Andrew McCarthy as rich, preppy "Blaine," Andie's huge crush. I've chosen three songs that I feel really capture the movie. The videos are below. ENJOY! (If you've reached this through Facebook, click on the Blog itself (Indie-Ahh) to see videos.)

Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark - If You Leave

Barry Manilow - Copacabana

The Psychedelic Furs - Pretty In Pink