I can't believe I missed this movie for so long...

Rating: 7/10 (21 April 1999)

I am definitely a child of the 80's, but I have never seen this movie in its entirety until tonight. What was wrong with me? While I was only 10 when it was released, every time that Simple Minds song comes on I am just flooded with nostalgia. This is a great movie. I wish they'd make movies like that now. Unfortunately all the 90's teen movies are too concerned with being "hip" to relay any kind of message.
But I do have a gripe - what's with the brain not getting the girl? I realize it might be a little cliche, but c'mon - even dorks need love!
And I think they missed one character - the guy (or girl) who is not easily defined - the one who can get along with every group, but really doesn't belong to any clique. Just a thought...