SOUNDTRACK: ‘Pretty in Pink’ With Rob Harvilla
Topics discussed
Intro and cold open
Welcome and debate on 80s soundtracks
Why Pretty in Pink is a major soundtrack
John Hughes's career and the muse dynamic
Molly Ringwald and the casting process
The song 'Pretty in Pink' and its meaning
Director Henry Turteltaub and a job interview story
Personal memories of the film and box office stats
Top 10 films of 1986 and budget details
Character analysis: Blaine, Ducky, and James Spader
The original ending and the prom scene
Cameos and the 'Wouldn't It Be Good' story
Cover songs and the 'Cherish' track
The story of 'Don't You Forget About Me'
Orchestral version and OMD's 'If You Leave'
Left of Center and Arthur Baker
The Psychedelic Furs and 'Do What You Do'
The Smiths and 'Bring On the Dancing Horses'
Morrissey's British press and 'Please Please Please'
Legacy of John Hughes films and closing remarks
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