John Hughes, filmmaker behind The Breakfast Club, intentionally cultivated the Brat Pack's fame, according to the movie's producer, expressing his awe at Hughes' strategies.
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Yo, let's chat about those 80's bangers, shall we? The Brat Pack and the legendary John Hughes are pretty much a staple in any decent conversation about that era's finest films. His movie, The Breakfast Club, has become a timeless classic, still making waves today. And Hughes? He had a whole heap of hits up his sleeve, launching the once-obscure Brat Pack members into full-blown Hollywood stars.
Now, here's something that might pique your curiosity—producer Andrew Meyer, who worked on The Breakfast Club, spilled the beans to People about John Hughes' masterplan. It turns out Hughes was hell-bent on weaving the Brat Pack into the fabric of pop culture.
According to Meyer, Hughes was cunning as hell when it came to plotting out his films. He had no less than three hot movies already in various stages of production! It's mind-blowing to consider that the films would become the massive hits they did, but Hughes' movies sure as hell earned their props for storylines, humor, and exploring the teenage experience. If you ask me, we 've got to tip our hats to Hughes for launching the careers of some heavy-hitters, like Molly Ringwald, Judd Nelson, and you guessed it, Demi Moore.
Meyer also shouted out Hughes for setting new standards when it comes to keeping up with a busy schedule. From what he says, Hughes was meticulous in plotting out his next moves in the industry, leaving no stone unturned.
It's fascinating to get a peek into Hughes' thought process. I already thought he was a rock star, but now I've got even more respect for the guy, given the effort he put in to produce films and make stars out of his actors. It seems Andrew Meyer agrees, singing Hughes' praises in his new book Walking in the Fast Lane: Stories of a Lifetime. Just this year, Anthony Michael Hall weighed in on Hughes' legacy and shared some fond memories of working with him.
Looking back, it's safe to say Hughes' plan worked out like a well-orchestrated symphony. Sure, there were a few rough patches for some members of the Brat Pack, but most of them found their footing and are still making waves today.
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** Fun Fact**
- Did you know Demi Moore got her big break in Hughes' About Last Night and Ghost? Talk about a talented lady!
If you're hankering to catch The Breakfast Club, it's available to stream with a Netflix subscription. Get ready for a nostalgia trip, buddy!
In his new book, Andrew Meyer reveals that John Hughes had a thorough plan to weave the Brat Pack into the fabric of popular culture, not just through movies like 'The Breakfast Club', but also with future projects lined up. Today, these movies are still popular, and entertainment enthusiasts can find 'The Breakfast Club' streaming on Netflix. (Fun Fact: Demi Moore, who got her big break in Hughes' 'About Last Night' and 'Ghost', is a testament to his genius in recognizing and launching talent.)
