10 Hardest (Quintessential) 1980s Movies That Actually Came Out in the 1980s (Screenrant)

"More so than any other decade, movies from the 1980s have a particular style that ties them all together. 1980s movies are often treated as a genre, because so many classics from the decade share similar visual playbooks, and they focus on similar themes too. The 1980s are known by modern audiences for teen comedies about rebellion, high-octane action blockbusters, and humorous adventure movies. All of these would continue into the 1990s and beyond, but they evolved and adapted with the changing times. They left behind the essence which makes 1980s movies so instantly identifiable. The quintessential 1980s movies reflect the environment in which they were created. The societal shifts of the 1980s are all reflected in the decade's most popular movies. Understanding the context of the best 1980s movies makes them even more interesting, but they are still entertaining and fun in the 2020s, even without the same context." - screenrant.com