I Love The 80’s
Posted by steveonsinema on April 7, 2009
Hello again! Yes, it’s true, I’m a child of the 80’s. I grew up during the best era in history…at least in my opinion.
Obviously, I’m a huge movie buff, but also really into music as well. My favorite movies, my favorite music, and even my favorite clothing is from…you guessed it…the 80’s! Some of my favorite films include: “The Lost Boys”, “Fast Times At Ridgemont High”, “Sixteen Candles”, “St. Elmo’s Fire”, “The Breakfast Club” and they are all from the 80’s era. My favorite music is “hair metal” which is a product of the 1980’s. I have attended hundreds of concerts over the years, while last summer taking part in Rocklahoma in Pryor, Oklahoma. Warren and I took an extended road trip and watched and listened to many of my favorite bands from the 80’s including: Warrant, Poison, Firehouse, Ratt, Faster Pussycat, Kix and many, many more. What a great week of music that was, and a lifetime of memories on that trip. Oh, and who can forgot the fashion from the 80’s; torn jeans, zippered jackets, rock-n-roll t-shirts, and spandex!!! No, I didn’t own any spandex, but it is truly fun isn’t it. 
What I love to see is when the movies, music and even fashion trends from the 80’s era comes thru today. I love seeing the horror movie remakes, with many coming out over the past year (i.s My Bloody Valentine, Friday The 13th, Halloween, etc) and many more coming soon. Even the music comes back with many of the hit songs getting re-made, and re-visited by artists of today. Fashion comes and goes, but torn jeans are back…and have been for awhile, and I enjoy wearing my pair each time I go out on the town. I feel great in them, and pair the jeans up with my “Ratt” or “Poison” t-shirt and I’m ready to do. But nothing can compare to the era itself, what a great time I had growing up.
Last Saturday, Warren and I had the opportunity to go to the theater and check out a new film entitled “Adventureland” which was set in the 1980’s. It included a soundtrack packed full of 80’s hits, and even some of the fashions were on display throughout the movie. It was a great story, one of youth and of growing up – including the partying; who could forget that!
Here’s a quick look at the plot of the movie…
It’s the summer of 1987, and James Brennan has just graduated from Oberlin College. James is all set to embark on his dream tour of Europe when his parents suddenly announce that they won’t be able to subsidize the trip. Forced to take a job at Adventureland, a local amusement park, after being turned down everywhere else, now the only things James has to look forward to are sugar-fueled children, belligerent dads, and an endless parade of giant stuffed animals. When James strikes up a relationship with captivating co-worker Em Lewin, however, he finally starts to loosen up. Suddenly, the worst summer ever doesn’t seem quite as bad.
Steve says…on “Adventureland”: An excellent film, truly one that I was excited to see because of it’s focus on my favorite era, the 1980’s. The story was cute, and fun. I truly enjoy teenage comedies, and coming of age stories such as this. I laughed throughout the film, and also got caught up in the emotional aspects of the story. I would recommend this movie to all fans of the 80’s, and all those who love a light-hearted comedy. I rate this movie 4 out of 5 stars.
Warren says…on “Adventureland”: Adventureland was a pretty good movie, and one I know my partner Steve really enjoyed – being an 80’s movie guy. It was a nice surprise. It wasn’t as funny as I thought it was going to be going into it, but the story but the characters make up for that. For a light humored comedy, I’d recommend this movie – as one to go and see with you and your friends … if your a younger guy who like some light hearted comedy. Warren rates this movie 4 out of 5 stars.
Well, in other news, I have finally decided to start writing my movie script. This is something that I have been thinking about, and wanting to do for a long time now, and many ideas have gone through my brain over the years as far as what type of movie I want to write. I decided on a horror film as my very first “stab” at writing, and have put together three scenes thus far, and have decided on a back story. Unfortunately, I can’t provide any information other than that at this time, but I will keep you posted on my progress over the days and weeks ahead. My goal is to write a script that will be good enough to sell and hopefully become a feature film someday very soon. Please wish me luck with my writing!!!
I will catch you all again very soon. Take care.
Steve
