Quote by John Hughes

At the time I came along, Hollywood's idea of teen movies meant there had to be a lot of nudity, usually involving boys in pursuit of sex, and pretty gross overall. Either that or a horror movie. And the last thing Hollywood wanted in their teen movies was teenagers!

At the time I came along, Hollywood's idea of teen movies me

Summary

This quote by filmmaker John Hughes critiques the typical portrayal of teenagers in Hollywood movies during his time. He criticizes the prevalent focus on nudity and sexual pursuits, which he considers crude and distasteful. Hughes also notes that the representation of teenagers was often absent or misrepresented, which was contrary to his approach. By sharing this perspective, he highlights the need for more authentic and relatable portrayals of young people in movies.

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