I was born in 1980. That means I remember from about 1983-1984 onward. This also means that I was impressionable in relation to the music, movies and to a lesser extent, the television series of the decade. That being said, I’m a HUGE fan of anything 80s.
I believe that the 80s were unique. Movies were made to entertain and tell a story. Music was meant to make you dance and perhaps even shock you (Madonna, anyone?) and entertainment wasn’t nearly as censored as it is today. It was a great time for those of us who grew up in the 80s. Not only did we have the best cartoons, we had the best teen movies…ever.
So, sit back, relax, and take a walk down memory lane as we look at my top ten, favorite, 80s movies of all time.
Honorable Mention: Stand by Me
While technically not a teen movie (otherwise, it’d have made our primary list), though close enough, this Stephen King flick made Wil Wheaton nearly every kid’s hero!
10. Porky’s
Ok, so I wasn’t allowed to see this movie until I was a little older, but once I did, I loved it. Seriously, I was in love with Kim Cattrall (aka Lassie) in the 80s. This movie exemplifies teenage vulgarity. What’s better than that?
