teenagers in motion pictures

Explores teen cinema of the 1980s, focusing on the Brat Pack and the work of John Hughes and drawing from interviews with significant individuals, including Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, and others, to discuss the cultural influence of movies such as "Say Anything," "Pretty in Pink," "The Breakfast Club," and "Sixteen Candles.".

Contains synopses of fifty classic teen movies, such as "Grease," "Say Anything," and "Risky Business;" examines the advice they give; and includes quotes and quizzes.

Illustrations and text demonstrate how the way teenagers have been portrayed in books, comics, movies, television, and advertising has changed over the years.