Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Directed by: John Hughes

Written by: John Hughes

Starring: Matthew Broderick, Alan Ruck, Mia Sara, Jeffrey Jones

Genre: Comedy

Year Released: 1986

Rating: PG-13

When Ferris Bueller decides to go for his 9^th sick day this semester, he also decides to go all out. After convincing his entire town that he is horribly ill, Ferris drags his best friend, Cameron, and girlfriend, Sloane, along for an unforgettable adventure in Chicago.

Sarah’s Thoughts

Now, I must admit, I did not enjoy my first time watching Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. I get far too involved in movies at times so I spent most of the time worrying about Ferris getting caught. However, now that I’ve seen it a few times, I am able to relax and enjoy. And there certainly is a lot about this film to enjoy: the witty dialogue, the fantastic sound track, the memorable quotes, the impossibly perfect timing. Definitely a classic and a must-see.

Chris’s Thoughts

“Not that I condone fascism, or any -ism for that matter. -Ism's in my opinion are not good. A person should not believe in an -ism, he should believe in himself. I quote John Lennon, "I don't believe in Beatles, I just believe in me." Good point there. After all, he was the walrus. I could be the walrus. I'd still have to bum rides off people.”

I know it’s quite sacrilegious, but this has been the first time I’ve seen Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. And now that I have seen I wonder why. This movie is hilarious! I mean, Mathew Broderick aside (even though he makes the movie and is friggin hilarious) the script was so very well written, like the quote above. Ism’s do suck. Fascism, Racism, Communism (works in theory, not in practice, thus sucks). Ya know? The dialogue is so well written and each character plays off of each other so freaking well. I especially love the Ferris to Cameron dialogue. It flows and is just wonderful. This is an iconic film, and with good reason. Those who haven’t seen it, must watch it and those who have…well watch it again. Not to sound bossy or any-DO IT RIGHT NOW!v