Better Off Dead, 1985
Let us start by just saying the obvious – John Cusack is awesome. He was awesome in the 80s, and he is awesome now. It is hard to say how I would feel about Better Off Dead had it not starred John Cusack, but I am pretty sure I would still love it. It is hilarious. It has so many great elements and characters. Some classic lines that remain in general usage (ok, at least among the folks I know) such as “I want my TWO DOLLARS!” serve...
Say Anything, 1989
The year was 1989. We were getting ready to say goodbye to one of the most memorable (and lovable) decades in history. It was also the year we were introduced to one of the best films of all time. Enter John Cusack – boom box held high above his head (donning that typical 80s trench-coat-as-fashion-statement) with Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” blasting – hoping desperately to overcome love’s obstacles. Some...
