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12 Essential Brat Pack Flicks
Nov 21, 2024 12:37 PM

  What defines a classic Brat Pack flick? Is it a plot involving teenage rebellion or angsty young adulthood? MTV-style film editing or a screenplay penned by John Hughes, the great bard of 1980s teen movies? Maybe it’s all about the cast. In 1985 journalist David Blum coined the term Brat Pack to describe a group of up-and-coming young actors. The moniker stuck and came to define a generation of films as well. Not all the movies in this list feature the typical roster of Brat Packers, but they all capture the spirit of the era. In his New York magazine ...(100 of 1258 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!

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