The Confused Breakfast Weird Science (1985)
Sep 18, 2025
Dive into the bizarre world of a John Hughes teen comedy that's the ultimate adolescent fantasy. Rediscover the hilarity of the boys’ computer experiment gone wild and their chaotic party. They hilariously dissect Bill Paxton's memorable role and ask the burning question: what were they thinking? The hosts recall their first viewing memories and reflect on how perceptions of the internet in the 80s were hilariously off-base. Join the fun as they explore the film's legacy and modern ratings, all with a nostalgic twist.
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Fast, 80s High-Concept Premise
- Weird Science is framed as a fast-moving adolescent fantasy directed by John Hughes.
- The hosts note the film's premise is classic 80s high-concept and moves from setup to payoff extremely quickly.
Hosts' Personal Viewing Histories
- AJ admits he only saw snippets of Weird Science as a kid, not the whole film.
- Sean watched it repeatedly with family and gives it a nostalgic nine out of ten.
Rapid Hughes Production Style
- John Hughes wrote and directed the film quickly while editing The Breakfast Club.
- The production used familiar Hughes collaborators and leaned on practical effects and fast scripting.
