jl_rogers

I am going through a similar, real pain. I'm not sure I can express it for fear of being accused of my review containing spoilers, yet for my review to be considered, I have to write a minimum of 500 words. I will likely watch this again, right now, since I am going through this "real pain". How can I express how connected this work of art relates to, and makes me feel, connected to my own "real pain" without spoiling it for others? Jesse, Kieran, and the cast in the group have expressed, in a remarkable way, a comprehensive collage of feelings that relate to the bigger picture while also nailing individual feelings about matters that fall close to home (as well as matters far and away) and are relatable to many. For me, each character encapsulated feelings I have had, as a single person. Well done, and thank you for putting this together in a way to which even us little folk can relate.

I graduated from HS in 1989. John Hughes' movies and the cast of each are woven into my life. I never paid attention to the title of "Brat Pack". I didn't know where it came from, nor did I care. I understand now that it was a typecast problem for those like Andrew McCarthy, after having watched this documentary. I hoped before the end that he would give credit to the fans and consumers of the product instead of completely conceding to this writer that I never knew existed before watching this. These movies were such a part of me. I related to the gentleman who said he was, "team Duckie". I was Duckie (female version)! I never compromised on who I was or my style. I took a lot of flack for it because in my small hometown, it wasn't the way to "be". This moment in the film made me reflect on how I never wavered from my style. I proudly can say that I stayed true to myself and how I wanted to put myself out there. Even when my single mom cringed and often scolded me for my spiked hair and rat tail c. 1985/86. Today, my classmates that made fun of me back then tell me I had the "coolest haircut around". These movies gave me courage and solace in who I was. I wish the actors, or "Brat Pack" (whoever they all are), would understand what a positive and profound impact they made on so many of our lives. A tiny bit of this came through at the end, but it wasn't the eventual, stark realization I hoped to hear. Perhaps now, actors like Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, and Emma Watson could be likely comparisons. I love their talent as much as I did those I loved from the '80s. I've paid much more money to see their films than those from my HS years and I've not heard them complain at all. I think they understand the lives they've touched in a deeper way than what seems to be a shallow and selfish recall of this film. Maybe that is why some chose not to participate? If so, thank you.

In all fairness, I'm only 1/3 of the way through E2. I'll be 53 this year. My FIRST rock concert was Bon Jovi in Alexandria, LA. It was the SWW tour. I think I was in the 10th grade. I had all the albums, I knew all the words to all the songs. I had posters on my wall. I'm just sort of understanding that Jon's voice and stamina was affected by COVID? Still trying to understand it. He keeps talking as if he still has to prove himself. Dude - you did it. A long time ago. It looks to me like you're doing too much. It's ok to retire and enjoy the success that YOU achieved. For yourself and for so many others. Your fans, especially your earliest fans, have the most amazing memories and respect for you and your band. You were the best. One of my most favorite songs was not one that was extremely popular, "Edge of a Broken Heart". It was on the soundtrack of an Ali Sheedy movie, I think. I didn't care for her or the movie, but I STILL love that song. Maybe when I get to the end of this documentary I'll see that you've lightened up on yourself? And maybe give more credit of the legacy you so desperately want to leave behind to your fans that will never forget the way your music changed our lives. I get that you made it big. You said yourself - there was no alternative. But there are still a bunch of littles out here who crank up your music and we've passed it down to our own children. I can't tell you the money I've spent owning YOUR music! The media changed so much! Cassette tapes, vinyl albums, CDs, mp3s, iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music. It's insane how many times I've paid for your music. All worth it. Across decades and platforms. I wish you all well and you will always hold a special place in my heart. In MY life. I hope that means something to you. Godspeed.