Some Kind of Wonderful (1987)

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  Cast: Eric Stoltz, Lea Thompson, Mary Stuart Masterson, Craig Sheffer, John Ashton, Elias Koteas, Molly Hagan, Chynna Phillips, Maddie Corman, Candace Cameron Bure Director: Howard Deutch Summary: In this 1980s classic from writer-producer John Hughes, Watts (Mary Stuart… More
  Cast: Eric Stoltz, Lea Thompson, Mary Stuart Masterson, Craig Sheffer, John Ashton, Elias Koteas, Molly Hagan, Chynna Phillips, Maddie Corman, Candace Cameron Bure Director: Howard Deutch Summary: In this 1980s classic from writer-producer John Hughes, Watts (Mary Stuart Masterson) is a tomboy who has a crush on her best friend, Keith (Eric Stoltz). But her feelings go unrequited as Keith falls for the hopelessly feminine Amanda (Lea Thompson), a rich girl with snobby friends. Unfortunately for Keith, Amanda's ex-boyfriend wants her back and is willing to do anything to get her. But does that mean he and Watts are destined to be together? My Thoughts: "I am a huge John Hughes fan and I love all his films. "Some Kind Of Wonderful", has been a favorite of mine since I was very young. I remember watching it with my older sister and all of her friends. The film has some really great and fun character's, like Duncan. I loved that character. The story is relatable and is full of teen angst. This film goes with the saying that girls and boys can't just be friends. The sound track is good as well. I own this movie and watch if often. Just one of those movies you watch that takes you back in time. Great story, character's, and acting. A must see John Hughes film."

• Cassie H

  
  This is absolutely a John Hughes classic. Gorgeous Eric Stoltz & adorable Mary Stuart Masterson. :) Watch it!!!! :) You wont regret it (: (: (:

• Lady D

  
  A cheesy 80's teen romance, but exactly the type of film that epitomises that era for me. Never knew this was Eric Stoltz though!

• Jennifer X

  
  Lea Thompson is sooooo pretty it's no wonder the protagonist was obsessed with her. The love triangle situation was handled with panache, and the kissing scene, where Mary Stuart Masterson literally shakes from toe to tingle with desire - is the one of the best of its kind.

• AJ V

  
  Another 80s classic written by John Hughes, if you liked his other movies, you'll like this one too. It stars a fantastic cast, I especially liked Thompson. This teen romance drama is sweet, funny, and beautiful. I highly recommend it.

• Alice S

  
  Can a guy as good-looking as Eric Stoltz, a guy badass enough to tempt Death by walking in front of a train, actually be the outcast of his school? Yeah yeah, life is hard for beautiful people too. The movie's nice with some dark moments - Amanda's monologue about turning… More
  Can a guy as good-looking as Eric Stoltz, a guy badass enough to tempt Death by walking in front of a train, actually be the outcast of his school? Yeah yeah, life is hard for beautiful people too. The movie's nice with some dark moments - Amanda's monologue about turning into what she hates, Keith's conviction at throwing away a possibly brighter future for one night of glory, the looming danger of Hardy's moneyed entitlement.

• Conner R

  
  It might be cliched and follow the stereotypes of high school, but I don't really care. That's what all the John Hughes movies have in them, so it's to be expected. This definitely has the least amount of cheese and sappiness in the bunch, having very real characters at… More
  It might be cliched and follow the stereotypes of high school, but I don't really care. That's what all the John Hughes movies have in them, so it's to be expected. This definitely has the least amount of cheese and sappiness in the bunch, having very real characters at the center of everything. The overbearing soundtrack sort've works in this due to the amount of attention around music and pop culture. Eric Stoltz is great because he doesn't play a flat out geek or nerd, he's just a shy teenager who's unpopular. That's totally relatable to me, so maybe I'm biased in my opinion. But there's also Mary Stuart Anderson and Lea Thompson who aren't the traditional hotties either, they've got very real problems. While some dialogue does seem like it's repetitive, that's exactly how 18 year olds dealing with relationship issues act. The lack of confidence and indecisiveness among them is completely true, even today. I think it's actually one of the best 80s teen movies, if not the best. This covers so much ground and deals with a huge range of emotions that high school kids deal with on a daily basis.

• Eliza N

  
  80's, as we say classic...

• Phil H

  
  Another Hughes 80's teen flick I missed but really enjoyed having just watched it :) a really nice cast line up too, the beautiful Lea Thompson, Eric Stoltz, Craig Sheffer, John Ashton, Mary Stuart Masterson and a surprise role for Elias Koteas who I still think is a young De… More
  Another Hughes 80's teen flick I missed but really enjoyed having just watched it :) a really nice cast line up too, the beautiful Lea Thompson, Eric Stoltz, Craig Sheffer, John Ashton, Mary Stuart Masterson and a surprise role for Elias Koteas who I still think is a young De Niro. Its a very predictable story about love and bullies which is kinda dull yet still engaging, I admit this is probably because I've had a crush on Lea Thompson since I was a kid hee hee Masterson is also very very cute in this, Stoltz has a hard choice in who to be with, thats what kept me interested....the two beautiful girls, so gorgeous. A nice teen flick with an easy ending, some nice scenes of face to face vocal clashes between hero, bully and girl and good acting throughout.

• Cassandra M

  
  This is the best of the eighties 'US High School/Teen Angst' movies. There were loads, but none to match this one. There's a character in here for each of you to associate with, be it the nerdy Keith, with the bossy younger sister and the unattainable crush, or Duncan,… More
  This is the best of the eighties 'US High School/Teen Angst' movies. There were loads, but none to match this one. There's a character in here for each of you to associate with, be it the nerdy Keith, with the bossy younger sister and the unattainable crush, or Duncan, the kind-hearted skinhead. If you only ever watch two of these movies again, make them 'The Breakfast Club' and this one.

• Brian D

  
  You break hed heart,ill smash your face.....under the rader classic.

• Martin B

  
  The best of the "John Hughes" movies (Well, except for <i>Ferris Bueller</i>). Sure - Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candes, etc, are good, but this one just shines above the rest. Less slapsticky, more sincere, and endessly quotable. The characters are more real… More
  The best of the "John Hughes" movies (Well, except for <i>Ferris Bueller</i>). Sure - Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candes, etc, are good, but this one just shines above the rest. Less slapsticky, more sincere, and endessly quotable. The characters are more real and identifiable. For me, it's one of those films that perfectly represents a period in my life, and the film is just as good today as it was when I first watched it 20 years ago.

• Dean M

  
  Eric Stoltz stars as an affable lad who can't seem to make any headway with women. Unaware of the deep affection hurled in his direction by constant companion Mary Stuart Masterson (who all but steals the show), Stoltz sets his sights high on Lea Thompson. Perceptive, thoughtful… More
  Eric Stoltz stars as an affable lad who can't seem to make any headway with women. Unaware of the deep affection hurled in his direction by constant companion Mary Stuart Masterson (who all but steals the show), Stoltz sets his sights high on Lea Thompson. Perceptive, thoughtful viewing.

• Red L

  
  Keith (Eric Stoltz) is hot on Amanda. Watts (M.S.M.) (his best friend) even helps Keith out with his conquest of Amanda. But who does Keith fall for in the end? This was the first movie in which I saw Mary Stuart Masterson - she is one of my favourite actors.

• Leigh R

  
  What a sweet film, I love Mary Stuart Masterson so much.

• Steve B

  
  Pretty in Pink with a sex change. And an alternate ending.

• Michael G

  
  I loved it back in the day, but it definitely didn't hold up well.

• Sarah B

  
  Watching this I am so glad that they replaced Eric Stoltz with Michael J. Fox when casting Back to the Future; he is NOT a leading man. That said Marty McFly's mum, Lea Thompson, is really good, bringing an extra unforeseen sympathetic dimension to a seemingly well-known… More
  Watching this I am so glad that they replaced Eric Stoltz with Michael J. Fox when casting Back to the Future; he is NOT a leading man. That said Marty McFly's mum, Lea Thompson, is really good, bringing an extra unforeseen sympathetic dimension to a seemingly well-known stereotype. However this is Mary Stuart Masterson's film playing a the unrequited love card to its full potential, while somehow maintaining some edge; it's a hard balance to master. The plot isn't up to much and despite Masterson's best effort this is still not on a par with Hughes' other films, apart from the overrated Pretty in Pink.

• Kyle M

  
  I love this movie.

• Jim W

  
  The plot has been done many times, but this movie probably had it first. Eric Stoltz character wants to date Lea Thompson's character, but the girl that really cares for him is right in front him. Which is his super cute tomboy best friend played Mary Stuart Masterson.

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