Greatest High School Movies of the 80s of All Time
Heathers (1989) or Say Anything… (1989)
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Why This Battle Matters
Is it the trench coat-clad, boombox-hoisting romantic, or the darkly comic, croquet-playing schemers who capture the true spirit of '80s high school cinema? Say Anything… offers a raw slice of teen sincerity, while Heathers slices into the era's angst with a razor-sharp wit. This battle isn't just about which film makes us feel more nostalgic; it's a choice between earnestness and edginess, between a love story that could happen in your backyard and a satirical take that skewers the very idea of the 'typical' high school experience. Which values resonate more with today's fans? Your favorite picks could redefine what we herald as peak '80s high school greatness.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Say Anything… (1989) over Heathers (1989) when it comes to the greatest High School Movies of the 80s of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Say Anything… (1989) 83.3% of the time over Heathers (1989).
Across all battles:
Say Anything… (1989) win rate: 38.8%
Heathers (1989) win rate: 6.2%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest High School Movies of the 80s on GoatWars?
Back to the Future (1985) holds the top spot right now. It's the quintessential 80s hit that mixes sci-fi with those nostalgic high school moments. Check out the full GOAT List to see where all the classics rank!
What makes Heathers so popular even if it's trailing in the vote?
Heathers wins hearts with its dark humor and satirical take on the typical high school experience. It's a cult classic, and its portrayal of the darker side of teen life has a fierce, loyal following that loves its daring approach.
Why is Say Anything... dominating Heathers in this head-to-head fan voting?
Say Anything... is crushing it probably because it strikes a perfect chord with its blend of romance and real-life challenges. Lloyd holding up that boombox has become an iconic symbol of romantic persistence that resonates deeply with fans, tipping the scales massively in its favor!