{"id":35568,"date":"2014-09-17T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2014-09-17T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/35568\/anis-tabet-recommends-the-ultimate-80s-movies-list"},"modified":"2014-09-17T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2014-09-17T00:00:00","slug":"anis-tabet-recommends-the-ultimate-80s-movies-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/35568\/anis-tabet-recommends-the-ultimate-80s-movies-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Anis Tabet Recommends: The Ultimate 80s Movies List"},"content":{"rendered":"

If there’s anyone in Lebanon who knows his movies, it’s Anis Tabet. The blogger, movie critic and biologist-by-day has established a name for himself among Lebanon’s film enthusiasts. Now he’s launched a cine club dedicated to the screening and discussion of classic movies.<\/p>\n

Inspired by impromptu dance numbers and decades-old dreams of John Hughes directing a movie based on our lives, Beirut.com decided to ask Tabet for a breakdown of his ultimate list of favorite 80s flicks. Take a look:<\/p>\n

1. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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With its terrific cast, memorable soundtrack, witty script and impressive cinematography, Ferris Bueller\u2019s Day Off is easily one of the best 80s movies. Almost timeless. <\/p>\n

2. The Goonies (1985)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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This one probably works better if you\u2019ve seen it as a kid but is still just as funny and entertaining today.<\/p>\n

3. Indiana Jones and The Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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A timeless adventure film that spurred three sequels. Harrison Ford delivers a stylishly kick-ass performance.<\/p>\n

4. The Empire Strikes Back (1980)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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One of the best sequels ever made. This chapter delivers greater excitement and more dazzling special effects than any other Star Wars movie.<\/p>\n

5. The Karate Kid (1984)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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A childhood favorite, I\u2019ve seen this over a hundred times. It is also the first movie that pops into mind when the 80s are mentioned.<\/p>\n

6. Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Favorite high school comedy. You wouldn\u2019t want to miss out on young Sean Penn in this one.<\/p>\n

7. Sixteen Candles (1984)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Another John Hughes film that blends memorable plot and noteworthy performances (I also had a crush on Molly Ringwald). <\/p>\n

8. Back to the Future (1985)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Constantly coming up with hilarious twists and turns, an all-time favorite.<\/p>\n

9. Ghostbusters (1984)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Who you gonna call? Enough said.<\/p>\n

10. Big (1988)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Best comedy of the 80s hands down. Huge break for Tom Hanks, who fetches an absolutely terrific performance.<\/p>\n

11. Top Gun (1986)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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One hell of a cheesy movie. But it just works like a charm thanks to a highly charismatic Tom Cruise.<\/p>\n

12. Footloose (1984)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Probably the best dance-themed movie of that decade. Also, Kevin Bacon is a badass. <\/p>\n

13. The Breakfast Club (1985)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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I grew up on John Hughes films and this one is a favorite given its exceptional depiction of a group of misfits that anyone can relate to.<\/p>\n

14. Ordinary People (1980)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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A devastating family drama that melds brilliant direction and outstanding cast performances. <\/p>\n

15. Amadeus (1984)<\/b><\/big><\/big>

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Probably the best picture ever made about Mozart, or music for that matter. And let\u2019s not forget the eight Oscars it won. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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