Molly Ringwald's Iconic Role and Typecasting

Molly Ringwald reflects on her rise to fame during the 1980s through her roles in iconic films such as 'Sixteen Candles,' 'The Breakfast Club,' and 'Pretty in Pink.' She discusses her experience working with director John Hughes and the pressure she felt to branch out to avoid being typecast in teen roles. Despite her efforts to diversify her career choices, she ultimately experienced typecasting, a phenomenon that continues to impact actors who become synonymous with certain characters. Ringwald acknowledges the frustration of being seen as a teenager perpetually, which complicates her sense of identity as an evolving artist.