Female Agency in John Hughes’ Films
Coming-of-age movies have always been my favorite genre of film; not only did they showcase the tumultuous and relatable moments of teenage life, they provided me with the comfort that everyone faced struggles during their formative years. I was specifically a fan of John Hughes’ classic coming-of-age films from the 1980’s. I was absolutely obsessed with the charm of Ferris Bueller, the fashion of Andie Walsh, and the aesthetic of The Breakfast Club. While stuck inside during quarantine, I decided to have a John Hughes marathon. I thought I would simply re-watch and enjoy some of my old favorite films; however, this was not the case. In reality, I ended up being shocked and horrified with the way that these films, some of my all-time favorites, portrayed females and normalized sexual harassment.