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Teen movie icon reveals career decision that ‘ruptured’ relationship with legendary director

Actor starred in ‘National Lampoon’s Vacation,’ ‘Sixteen Candles,’ ‘Weird Science’ and ‘The Breakfast Club’

The Independent UK

The Appeal Pretty In Pink’s Director Made To John Hughes To Get Molly Ringwald Cast

She wasn’t the first choice of the studio, but she was the right choice.

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Anthony Michael Hall reveals ‘heartbreaking’ choice that ruptured John Hughes friendship

The Breakfast Club actor has explained why fears of teenage typecasting led him to reject two movies that became defining 1980s hits and strained his relationship with his most important early mentor.

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There Are Way More John Hughes Movies Based In Shermer, IL Than You Think

John Hughes really built his own little corner of a fictional world.

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Ever Wonder What Happened To 'The Other Kid' In Weird Science? It's A Heartwarming Story

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John Hughes Had An Idea For A Breakfast Club Sequel, And I Really Wish We'd Seen Where It Went

Did they turn out just like their parents?

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TIL The David Bowie Quote At The Beginning Of The Breakfast Club Wasn't John Hughes' Idea

They're quite aware of what they're goin' through

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John Hughes teased a sequel to The Breakfast Club to Anthony Michael Hall

In their final conversation together, Anthony Michael Hall said John Hughes shared his idea for a sequel to The Breakfast Club.

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From The Wizard of Oz to Trainspotting: 25 films to watch before you turn 25

As AI slop takes over our screens, what better antidote for enquiring minds than a magical film? We ask directors, producers and critics to pick one must-see movie for each year – from infancy to young adulthood

The Guardian - UK

John Cusack sheds light on his shift away from studio movie stardom

Actor and author has spoken candidly about the interference of ‘committees’ in Hollywood

The Independent UK

Matthew Broderick's Comments About Ferris Bueller As An Adult Are Bumming Me Out

Could this actually be true?

Cinemablend

Ferris Bueller director wanted Emilio Estevez for lead over Matthew Broderick

The 1986 movie made a household name of Matthew Broderick, who took on the titular role, but co-star Alan Ruck has revealed that director John Hughes had his mind set on someone else before signing Matthew.

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Ferris Bueller’s Day Off director wanted completely different actor in Matthew Broderick role

Film’s director John Hughes originally wanted ‘Breakfast Club’ stars to play Ferris

The Independent UK

Matthew Broderick reveals hidden Ferris Bueller details for iconic film’s 40th anniversary

‘The beret was my idea,’ Broderick said

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The Guardian - UK

‘We didn’t want him to be punchable!’: Matthew Broderick and Alan Ruck on Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

‘Alan and I have neat hair because we’d both just been in a military play. If we’d had crazy 1980s mullets, it wouldn’t have become a timeless classic’

Total Film

"No cameras moving at 1,000 miles an hour. No impossible videogame shots": Kevin Feige, Tom Holland, Jon Watts and more on the making of Spider-Man: Homecoming

TIME CAPSULE FEATURE | In 2017, Total Film swung into action and spoke to the cast and crew of Spider-Man: Homecoming, on the eve of a new Spidey's solo debut...

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‘Ferris Bueller’ Star Exposes Secret On-Set Feud After Dissing Iconic Film, Reveals Why She Fled Hollywood

Mia Sara reveals shocking behind-the-scenes tensions on Ferris Bueller and a secret crush.

The Independent UK

Ferris Bueller star opens up about tensions with director of cult classic

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'Ferris Bueller' is the ultimate '80s feel-good movie. 40 years later, its most famous line has taken on a whole new meaning

Life moves pretty fast...

International Business Times UK

Kristen Welker Family, Net Worth, and Career: From White House Reporter to Meet the Press Host

Kristen Welker's career from White House reporter to Meet the Press host is highlighted by a viral Trump interview, while her personal journey includes overcoming infertility and balancing family life.

The National (Scotland)

The historic cup win that helped Jock Stein become Celtic's first Protestant manager

Jock Stein was told he would never become Celtic manager because he was a Protestant - then he joined Dunfermline Athletic and made history.

Creative Bloq

Mixtape review: a stop-motion-like, post-Spider-Verse aesthetic you can play

The spirit of John Hughes, Take on Me and MTV in playable form.

Total Film

6 best new shows and movies streaming this week on Netflix, HBO Max, Hulu, and more (May 5–May 10)

Greenland 2: Migration, Daredevil: Born Again's season finale and more of the week's new shows and movies

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“The opposite of AI slop”: how Mixtape’s handmade animation builds real emotion

The art direction and rendering tricks behind Mixtape's nostalgic feel are explained.

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I Forgot John Candy Had A Cameo In An Underrated John Hughes Movie (And All The Other Cameos)

Among a long list of stars, Candy still stands out.

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