Greatest High School Movies of the 80s of All Time
Footloose (1984) or Say Anything… (1989)
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Why This Battle Matters
Can you imagine a world where broody boombox serenades clash with the pulsating rhythms of rebellious dance moves? That's the epic showdown between 'Say Anything...' and 'Footloose' in the battle for high school movie supremacy of the '80s. Here, it's not just about choosing between Lloyd Dobler's trench-coat-wearing, Peter Gabriel-loving sincerity and Ren McCormack's fight against a town's ban on dancing. It's about which cultural icon resonates deeper, shaping our visions of teenage defiance and romantic bravado. Which legacy resonates more with today’s nostalgia-seekers? This matchup isn't just a trip down memory lane; it's a choice about which values define us.
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What makes Say Anything… stand out in the Greatest High School Movies of the 80s league?
Say Anything… stands out because of its heartfelt, underdog love story that a lot of fans find really relatable. Lloyd Dobler holding up that boombox has become a symbol of romantic persistence, and who doesn’t love a bit of John Cusack charm?
What's the appeal of Footloose that keeps fans voting?
Fans can't get enough of Footloose because it captures that fight-for-your-right-to-party spirit mixed with awesome '80s tunes. The energy of the film, combined with Kevin Bacon’s moves, really pumps up the nostalgia and the fun factor.
Why is the matchup between Footloose and Say Anything… so evenly matched on GoatWars?
It's a real nail-biter because both movies hit that sweet nostalgic spot for fans. Footloose has those unforgettable dance scenes and rebellious spirit, while Say Anything… brings the romance and that iconic boombox scene. Fans are split because each movie pulls at different heartstrings!