Greatest High School Movies of the 80s of All Time
Sixteen Candles (1984) or Say Anything… (1989)
Pick Your Favorite
VS
Your GOAT List
Why This Battle Matters
Imagine the scene: Lloyd Dobler’s boombox serenade in 'Say Anything…' versus Sam Baker's sweet sixteen in 'Sixteen Candles'. This isn’t just a battle of iconic high school films; it's a clash of cultural titans that defined teen angst and romance in the 80s. On one side, you have Dobler’s defiant romance, challenging societal expectations with a boombox and a trench coat. On the other, Sam Baker’s chaotic, heartfelt journey through the misadventures of adolescence. What’s at stake? It’s more than just bragging rights; it's about which narrative resonates more deeply with our current cultural heartbeat. Are we more in tune with the grand gesture, or do we find truth in the chaos of growing up? Your choice says something about what you value in storytelling and nostalgia.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Sixteen Candles (1984) over Say Anything… (1989) when it comes to the greatest High School Movies of the 80s of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Sixteen Candles (1984) 76.9% of the time over Say Anything… (1989).
Across all battles:
Sixteen Candles (1984) win rate: 38.1%
Say Anything… (1989) win rate: 39.2%
Fan FAQs
Why do fans love Say Anything…?
Fans absolutely adore Say Anything… for its underdog love story and the iconic boombox scene. Lloyd's earnest and sincere character mixed with the film's heartfelt narrative really makes it stand out as a cult classic.
Why is Sixteen Candles winning by so much?
Sixteen Candles is crushing it, probably because it's packed with memorable moments and quotable lines that have resonated over the decades. Plus, its blend of humor and heartfelt moments really seems to strike a chord with a broad audience.
Who is better: Say Anything… or Sixteen Candles?
Right now, Sixteen Candles is leading by a wide margin in fan votes. It might be due to its iconic status and strong nostalgia factor. The movie captures the quintessential 80s high school vibe which many fans still cherish.