Sometimes I actually wonder if the reason Bender is in detention all the time is to escape his abusive father and that's part of why he keeps racking up the detentions.
That's a good take on his character, I could see that. I think it's also just who he is: he didn't seem like he had much in his mind, as in a plan. He just wanted to stick it to the man, go head to head with Principal Vernon, you know? Idk, it can definitely be interpreted in different ways, and I like your idea a lot
That's also what I thought. I thought he purposely wanted Vernon to give him detention. Like, I'd rather spend detention with him than at home with an abusive parent. Though if his dad found out about it then maybe it would be worse.
You think..... I remember those memories.... I got into trouble for skipping class and run away from school because I don't like principal teacher at all.....
He probably prefers to be there than to be at home getting beatings from his dad. I just realized that's probably why he's so cool with the detentions.😿
That being said, this scene is the funniest in the movie IMO. I especially like how at end he knows the guy is gonna say I'm cracking skulls as though he's been there so many times he knows his usual threats
it's kinda like why there's some people that don't mind prison because it's too hard for them to live in the real world. But that's just the easy way out and him purposely getting Saturday school is just the easy way out too.
I love Bender's expressions and the way he says his comebacks here.. He knows he's digging himself deep into shit and you can tell he doesn't want anymore and that he's having inner turmoil, but he doesn't want to step down to Vernon or show the other kids any docile behavior. I love it! Judd killed this scene.
Fun fact, Judd (25 at the time) went to an actual high school pretending to be a student before doing his part in this movie to get into character ANd got in trouble/sent to the principals office. LOL I think that's fuckin gREAT! xD he's a legend.
Wasn't there a theory that because Bender's dad was abusive, he used detention to stay out of the house? I dunno, was just something I heard. In that case, he DID want more detention.
@@-chenlanying5818 he was basically telling everyone that Bender would be a nobody/bum in 5 years. That he's that typical loser who peaks at Highschool.
My theory of Vernon is when he started out teaching, he was loved and respected by the kids. Then, like anyone who wanted to further their career, he took an administrative position, and the kids started seeing him as the enemy, so it made him bitter and angry. Carl, the wise janitor, basically says it all: 'The kids haven't changed, you have'. And he's right.
He's right about kids not changing. I went to school in the 90s and I can tell you myself and other kids did lots of dumb, stupid things. The only difference is we didn't post it on social media because that wasn't around. When my parents would find out some of the stuff I did, they'd laugh it off and tell me they did the same stuff when they went to school, too. It's kind of comforting in a way, you realize that everyone experiences most of the same things you do growing up.
John Hughes frequently made some of his characters say out-of-character or out-of-age things more typical of adults to comical effect. "I'm about to rescind my offer!" I remember that line. Might be from Super 8, though, which was another sweet youth film - not by Hughes though.
Hughes was really good at finding ways to put these actors in scenes that were believable, and letting them go to work. As rebellious as Bender is, you can tell he's not happy, nor enjoying it. It's falso bravado and Judd Nelson did a really good job of pulling it off.
Judd Nelson is so damn funny in this film. One of my favorite lines in the whole film; "That's very clever sir, but what if there's a fire? I think violating fire codes, and endangering the lives of children would be unwise at this juncture in your career, sir." LMAO! Totally nails him. The funny thing about the "Bender" character is that he's such a dirt bag, but you can tell he's very intelligent, and if he applied himself, he could really be successful at anything he did.
True but unfortunately it isn’t that straight forward. I’m studying to be a secondary teacher an yes, he could apply himself and has displays own characteristics of intelligence for it however, with this negative school environment of stereotypes and made worse by the principle’s negative and degrading attitude towards the students, top that with Bender having to deal with his abusive home life, combined, this can lower a student’s motivation to learn and sense of belonging. Feeling isolated can have devastating lasting effects and so, it can affect a students academic performance. Teachers failing to adhere to student’s differences in learning and recognising that many factors such as a student’s home life, family’s financial circumstances, good teacher & student relationships, it’s almost impossible to expect a student, such as Bender, to perform and work to the best of their abilities. Also, teachers, parents, students and the community should all do their part and their best to encourage and promote education as quality teachers can only do so much too in their role in the student’s life. If our culture’s mindset shifts to viewing education as significant then this encourages students and learners to gain the motivation to learn. Unfortunately here, Bender has been failed by the teacher (the principle), his peers, family and perhaps the community also (as it may be possible he’s been in trouble with the law). If Bender had these factors in his life fulfilled, it would help his progress in school further and allow him to become a better citizen in society as the educational system is supposed to provide student’s with the skills and knowledge to tackle their current era. In this case, the 21st century.
The irony of Bender was he easily could have been in with the cool kids and jocks if he had had a different upbringing. He was tall and handsome and funny and could dunk a basketball easily. These 5 were all pressured into living up to their high school stereotypes until that day.
I just thought that maybe the reason why he got all those detentions is because didnt want to be around his parents so much. I mean if you think about it, he gets verbaly and physically abused at his house. So maybe he feels like detention is the place where he can get away from being hurt and just for at least like 6 hours.
If I were Mr Vernon and had to babysit Bender, I would simply take him out fishing or for a round of golf at the municipal golf course and show that there's more to life than his rebellious lifestyle and dysfunctional family.
@@CO84trucker yes you would be a good teacher. i always like when my teachers did me things. Not just fishing or golf but still acts of genuine kindness really helped me ...
I love how he was uncertain about whether he wanted to keep going until Molly Ringwald's character told him to stop and seemed concerned, and then he got all gung-ho about it. Showed that he really was playing the role of the tough guy trying to impress. Very well constructed scene.
Harry Skywalker Let's go. Go, get back in your seat. I expected a little more from a varsity letter. You're not fooling anybody, Bender. The next screw that comes out is gonna be you.
I think we can all agree that 'The Breakfast Club' was one of Matt Groening's biggest inspirations. I mean, think about it. Bender was named after John Bender, and where do you think Bart gets "eat my shorts" from? 😂
I've always loved the moment after the door slams shut (0:04) and we hear the metal chair clanging around, and Vernon's distant "Dammit!!" [followed by unintelligible bitching]. Sounds so real! 😂
Back in the day when almost everyone smoked, "eat my shorts" meant "eat my cigarette butts." Still does. Not eat my underwear. "I call shorts on that Marlboro." When one was done puffing, as a courtesy one would hand the leftover cigarette to the 'caller.' Jr. high school stuff...
“Instead of going to prison you’ll come here” Prison could be alluding to his home. This is why I think he continues adding on the detentions. His abusive home life might be too much for him, so detention is a way to escape, and get his anger out of his system by pestering the other attendees of the session. This film has so much to do with the characters life outside of school and almost everything they do can be referencing a way of their life.
You say, "Wow, that's a lot of detention." I say, "That's a lot of time a guy doesn't wanna go home to an abusive father and show the preppy kids that they can do a lot more than just think 'Another mark on my permanent record!'"
Paul Gleason as Mr. Vernon. Literally the best TV vice principal ever. Tough as nails, but fair. He also made a cameo appearance in the A Teens music video Dancing Queen reviving his role from Breakfast Club. He passed away May 27, 2006. Such a memorable actor.
Because you hate the teacher, it gets lost on what a brilliant acting job the guy did. It did so good that you almost see him as real and everyone else as acting. He is essential to this film working, and he put on an amazing performance.
"If you hate the character, the actor did their job." I don't remember where I heard that, but it's a maxim that is true of every film and show you'll ever watch. The more you love or hate any character, that means the actor is doing their job.
This is perfection. From both sides. I don't think I can name any other movie with better dialogue or acting. Maybe a Tarantino movie. Or any Tarantino movie. But that is it. Thank you for making this, releasing it, and saving my life at least once a year.
So this rebellious teen says "Eat my shorts." 4 years later in 1989 The Simpsons is aired with Bart Simpson, a rebellion kid also, using the same catchphrase. And then much later on Matt Groening creates Futurama with a rebellious character, also with the same name - Bender... interesting...
That's very clever sir...But what if their's a fire??? I think violating firecodes and endangering the lives of children would be unwise decision at this juncture of your career sir...LOL!!!
Movies were so genius made, nowadays it's all remakes and adaptations and comedies that are NOT that funny. Writers and directors just ran out of original ideas.
TheNewEmphinix Well that's not all true. There are plenty of excellent indie films and original films that still get released but the originality with in Hollywood is very gone. One original recent film I loved was Ex Machina.
His defiance is a direct out lash to the neglect and abuse experienced at home from his father. Trust me I know...I was the "Bender" in school from the 3rd grade on to barely graduating high school.
If this movie was made today, they would make a sequel for every additional detention Bender just racked up. Then it would have an easter egg linking it to St. Elmo's Fire as part of a shared cinematic universe.
I love how the teacher’s like, “What are you doin’, what are you doin’? Get this out of here, for God’s sake! I expect more from a varsity letterman!” Just after he had told him to get up and help him move the magazine rack to prop the door open!
Some say he's still serving detention.
Certainly Molly Ringwald's career is.
+ValorPictures Whatever happened to her? After Pretty In Pink she really fell off the radar
+samsquanch1996 She's going to be in Jem and the Holograms this fall.
lol. I wouldn't be surprised if Bender is still in detention.
So the legend goes
Sometimes I actually wonder if the reason Bender is in detention all the time is to escape his abusive father and that's part of why he keeps racking up the detentions.
That's a good take on his character, I could see that. I think it's also just who he is: he didn't seem like he had much in his mind, as in a plan. He just wanted to stick it to the man, go head to head with Principal Vernon, you know? Idk, it can definitely be interpreted in different ways, and I like your idea a lot
That's also what I thought. I thought he purposely wanted Vernon to give him detention. Like, I'd rather spend detention with him than at home with an abusive parent. Though if his dad found out about it then maybe it would be worse.
Like, I'd rather be verbally abused than physically.
+FLUFFERKINZ you make a very good point
Bender took the easy way out by purposely getting Saturday school.
Judd Nelson had an unforgettable face... It's almost powerful.
reminds me Al Pacino
It’s those nostrils. 👃🏻
His nostril flares just bugged me 😂
You think..... I remember those memories.... I got into trouble for skipping class and run away from school because I don't like principal teacher at all.....
He’s the best part of this movie.
Love it how Brian's keeping count... awww 😁
@ṼOLTẲGE 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣thats clever asf
MsMimilala and only for Vernon to call him Pee-Wee
Hookem horns!
He is also in the math club as he said before 😂
He's such a cutie 😊
He probably prefers to be there than to be at home getting beatings from his dad. I just realized that's probably why he's so cool with the detentions.😿
That being said, this scene is the funniest in the movie IMO. I especially like how at end he knows the guy is gonna say I'm cracking skulls as though he's been there so many times he knows his usual threats
it's kinda like why there's some people that don't mind prison because it's too hard for them to live in the real world. But that's just the easy way out and him purposely getting Saturday school is just the easy way out too.
MrDodger3222 Thats easy to say when your not the one getting the life beat out of you by your drunken father everyday.
MrDodger3222 Easy? You ever been in prison?
Jazz Solo Cup Horseshit dude. That's what the police are for.
I love Bender's expressions and the way he says his comebacks here.. He knows he's digging himself deep into shit and you can tell he doesn't want anymore and that he's having inner turmoil, but he doesn't want to step down to Vernon or show the other kids any docile behavior. I love it! Judd killed this scene.
Fun fact, Judd (25 at the time) went to an actual high school pretending to be a student before doing his part in this movie to get into character ANd got in trouble/sent to the principals office. LOL I think that's fuckin gREAT! xD he's a legend.
Wasn't there a theory that because Bender's dad was abusive, he used detention to stay out of the house? I dunno, was just something I heard. In that case, he DID want more detention.
I always thought Vince McMahon from wrestling back in the day kind kind of reminded me of this principle from this film
very very well articulated. yes yes
@@sarahsepanski1986 And you actually believe he got in trouble! LOL!
"If he gets up, we'll ALL GET UP! IT'LL BE ANARCHY!" x'D
my gf bought me a shirt with that saying on it. Love this movie
He totally sounds like Seinfeld when he says that.
Crystal T
that made me laugh so hard
ytbeLaw 🤣😂
I love that part lmao 😂
Words can't explain how much I love this scene. Such a good movie.
This is funny! I can imagine Bart saying this to Skinner!
Skinner: You want another one Simpson
Yeah 😌😌😌👍👍👍😂😂😂😀😀😀🙃🙃🙃🤣🤣🤣
@@Jabarie898 why did Vernon said "Go visit John Bender in 5 years" ?
@@-chenlanying5818 he was basically telling everyone that Bender would be a nobody/bum in 5 years. That he's that typical loser who peaks at Highschool.
Not even close, bud.
Good. You got another one right there.
So
+Olivia Rhianne love that part!!!!
Shut up peewee.
You really think I give a s-t?
Every scene with Bender is a masterpiece.
Same with Vernon.
At 1:11 Andrew did the middle finger to Mr. Vernon lmao
Yah!😂😂😂
I never noticed this...
All the times I've seen this and I never caught that!
Eulla Rodriguez I can't even notice
Eulla Rodriguez nevermind, I think I noticed it now
Bender is so bad ass lol. "Are you through?" "No." "I'm doing society a favor." "So?"
"That's another one right now! I've got you for the rest of your natural-born life if you don't watch your step! You want another one?"
"You got it! You got another one right there! That's another one, pal!"
Ricky M You through?
Not even close, *bud*!
Ricky M Good! You got one more right there!
ive never noticed that andrew flipped him off at 1:12
Lol
Caylin Coleman Me either
oh yeah. i just saw that lmao
+Caylin Coleman good eye
Wow, Good Eye 👌
My theory of Vernon is when he started out teaching, he was loved and respected by the kids. Then, like anyone who wanted to further their career, he took an administrative position, and the kids started seeing him as the enemy, so it made him bitter and angry. Carl, the wise janitor, basically says it all: 'The kids haven't changed, you have'. And he's right.
Boy, that's good!
He's right about kids not changing. I went to school in the 90s and I can tell you myself and other kids did lots of dumb, stupid things. The only difference is we didn't post it on social media because that wasn't around. When my parents would find out some of the stuff I did, they'd laugh it off and tell me they did the same stuff when they went to school, too. It's kind of comforting in a way, you realize that everyone experiences most of the same things you do growing up.
2:56 "I'm cracking skulls." The way Nelson's character mouths it 😂
2:57
Molly Ringwald is so cute in this movie who agrees? that " cut it out " was very sweet:)
+sakusia it was super adorable that Claire was constantly trying to protect Bender from Vernon.
i agree, shes such a cutie patootie here 🙈🙈🙈
She was adorable in this and 16 candles
"I think violating fire codes and endangering the lives would be unwise at this juncture in your career, sir." Haha man, I've always loved that line!
Same
Definitely. And the one about thinking about a career in the janitorial arts
John Hughes frequently made some of his characters say out-of-character or out-of-age things more typical of adults to comical effect. "I'm about to rescind my offer!" I remember that line. Might be from Super 8, though, which was another sweet youth film - not by Hughes though.
"screws fall out, the world's an imperfect place." Is mine xD
Yeah he wasn’t wrong about that
Hughes was really good at finding ways to put these actors in scenes that were believable, and letting them go to work. As rebellious as Bender is, you can tell he's not happy, nor enjoying it. It's falso bravado and Judd Nelson did a really good job of pulling it off.
It's an immortal performance by the entire cast.
"Not.Even.Close.BUD!" . "You want another one, huh." " YES."
Hahaha I love Judd Nelson.
Is bad that I've never seen this movie?
@@futuramabender2078yes
2:03 still makes me laugh all these years later. That delivery is awesome.
"Not...even...close...BUD!!!"
Incredible acting the hate in his eyes is palpable
Good! You got one more, right there!
This movie can relate to every generation.
100% agreed
Yep. Times have changed but teen angst remains the same from trying to fit in to not mattering at all.
@@paddydoublems angst and cliques in school. Nothing changes
@@mikepastor.k6233 yeah it's a shame. As a teen this movie still resonates with me and my life in college
@@AlyxAesthetics me too
Judd Nelson is so damn funny in this film. One of my favorite lines in the whole film;
"That's very clever sir, but what if there's a fire? I think violating fire codes, and endangering the lives of children would be unwise at this juncture in your career, sir."
LMAO! Totally nails him. The funny thing about the "Bender" character is that he's such a dirt bag, but you can tell he's very intelligent, and if he applied himself, he could really be successful at anything he did.
Well SAID!!!!! Good observations too ;)
True but unfortunately it isn’t that straight forward. I’m studying to be a secondary teacher an yes, he could apply himself and has displays own characteristics of intelligence for it however, with this negative school environment of stereotypes and made worse by the principle’s negative and degrading attitude towards the students, top that with Bender having to deal with his abusive home life, combined, this can lower a student’s motivation to learn and sense of belonging. Feeling isolated can have devastating lasting effects and so, it can affect a students academic performance. Teachers failing to adhere to student’s differences in learning and recognising that many factors such as a student’s home life, family’s financial circumstances, good teacher & student relationships, it’s almost impossible to expect a student, such as Bender, to perform and work to the best of their abilities. Also, teachers, parents, students and the community should all do their part and their best to encourage and promote education as quality teachers can only do so much too in their role in the student’s life. If our culture’s mindset shifts to viewing education as significant then this encourages students and learners to gain the motivation to learn. Unfortunately here, Bender has been failed by the teacher (the principle), his peers, family and perhaps the community also (as it may be possible he’s been in trouble with the law). If Bender had these factors in his life fulfilled, it would help his progress in school further and allow him to become a better citizen in society as the educational system is supposed to provide student’s with the skills and knowledge to tackle their current era. In this case, the 21st century.
Well lookit you, watchin' the movie and stuff. * Puts hands on hips, nods head *
This fella's goin places.
I think we all knew at least one kid when we were in school, who was like that. LOL I sure have!
Yeah and he moved it right back realizing he was right
"If he gets up,we'll all get up!It'll be anarchy!"
"No.…So?…Yes!" Lol Bender is so funny!:)
This movie looks good! Sadly, I've only heard of it but never seen it! 😔
"Not even close BUD!"
Gets me every time.😂😂🥰
Paul Gleason...what a fantastic actor! May he Rest In Peace 🙏
I love how Claire keeps protecting Bender. Too bad he didn't notice and was busy harassing her.
But they dig each other.
He did notice, but even by this scene, he wants to impress her.
The irony of Bender was he easily could have been in with the cool kids and jocks if he had had a different upbringing. He was tall and handsome and funny and could dunk a basketball easily. These 5 were all pressured into living up to their high school stereotypes until that day.
something the Simpsons didn't do first
Sebastian Creole Gasp!
And his last name is Bender. Futurama anyone?
Also Nelson got his name from Judd Nelson and is based off his character.
Even Futurama got the name *Bender* from here !!
I think that's where they got the line from!
The greatest scene to the greatest movie ever made.
“If he gets up, we’ll all get up. It’ll be anarchy”
I love this line so much
Cracked up when he said, "Show dick some respect!" XD
I just thought that maybe the reason why he got all those detentions is because didnt want to be around his parents so much. I mean if you think about it, he gets verbaly and physically abused at his house. So maybe he feels like detention is the place where he can get away from being hurt and just for at least like 6 hours.
"shut up pee wee!"
i love this timeless classic
LOL...2 months of giving up every Saturday to come babysit some kid. whos got who here?
The principal really seems like he genuinely enjoys it though. I don't think this dude cares lol
He’s getting paid overtime
If I were Mr Vernon and had to babysit Bender, I would simply take him out fishing or for a round of golf at the municipal golf course and show that there's more to life than his rebellious lifestyle and dysfunctional family.
@@CO84trucker yes you would be a good teacher. i always like when my teachers did me things. Not just fishing or golf but still acts of genuine kindness really helped me ...
@@christinayates2496 Do salaried employees get overtime?
Paul Gleason Is A Great Actor
R.I.P Paul Gleason On May 4 1939 - May 27 2006
"I expected a little more from a varsity letterman." I love how he tries to pawn it off as Andrew's idea as soon as Bender calls him out on his shit.
It seems to be a problem with most adults that they can’t accept their own faults and acknowledge when they are wrong.
starting at 1:15 and ending at 2:15, this is exactly how interactions with my parents go. with a special appearance from my siblings at 1:58
Whoa
***** why last a little tr⅞y it; ...
I love this scene. It's so iconic. It is one of my favorite scenes. "Beyond that I'm going to have to check my calendar"
Is that one pic Jack morris
+sujoymusic Wow you're so edgy, they must get mad at you for failing out of school because you watch too much anime huh?
I love how he was uncertain about whether he wanted to keep going until Molly Ringwald's character told him to stop and seemed concerned, and then he got all gung-ho about it. Showed that he really was playing the role of the tough guy trying to impress. Very well constructed scene.
"You really think I give a shit." "Another."
"Cut it out!"
“You through?”
Judd’s “endangering the lives of children” cracks me up every time. All these actors and actresses are almost 30 in this movie haha.
Molly (Clare) and Anthony (Brian) were 16, Judd (Bender) was 23, Ally (Allison) and Emilio (Andrew) were 22.
@@sickboy1931 Judd was 25. I want to say Ally and Emilio were 20.
Bender's expressions are right on point. its was like the words were hitting right on his scars and he is trying to hide the pain. amazing movie
Gonna miss that Paul Gleason. Great character actor. Passed away at age 67 on 5/27/2006. So sad.😢🙁
jim68 do u like feet
Dylan Przygocki Yup. Do u?
I loved him in this film and in his limited screen time in Die Hard.
I love both, nobody mentions Trading Places.
@@uscman " gonna need a couple more FBI guys. "
And then the Simpsons stole the phrase and Vernon's character for their principal smh
ikr? smh
And Family Guy stole Claire's character for Meg.
They aren't "stealing" anything. Every character can be said to belong to one archetype or another.
Edgehead10075 Lets just say that they are both hated by school bullies.
Simpsons "borrowed" old cliches that's all lol
2:56 (mouths along) “I’m crackin’ skulls.”
Shut Up Pee-Wee! That had Me Dyin 😂😂😂
its funny in NOT ANOTHER TEEN MOVIE too "shut up wang chung...cry me a river d%ck face" lol
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Haha Anyone else catch Andrew flip off Mr. Vernon at 1:11 ? Hahahah
Lol I didn't catch that 😂 Good eye
Lol 👍
Omg just realized that
Every Saturday in detention is a day off the streets and out of his abusive household.
"Well you know the school comes equipped with fire exits at either end of the library." That's me completely. Brian the nerd. Who else can relate??
me
Me
SHOW DICK SOME RESPECT
Harry Skywalker Let's go. Go, get back in your seat. I expected a little more from a varsity letter. You're not fooling anybody, Bender. The next screw that comes out is gonna be you.
+Thomas Huffman Eat! My! Shorts!
"You want another one??!"
Bender: YES!
🤣
Haha! Love this line. The look Bender gives Vernon, and the slight pause. Brilliant!
A total classic comedy 🎥! And judd nelson gave a unbelievable hilarious performance!
I always loved how Vernon gets mad at Andrew for doing exactly what he told him to do!
I like how the nerd is the only one who really knows how to get along with everybody.
I think we can all agree that 'The Breakfast Club' was one of Matt Groening's biggest inspirations. I mean, think about it. Bender was named after John Bender, and where do you think Bart gets "eat my shorts" from? 😂
I've always loved the moment after the door slams shut (0:04) and we hear the metal chair clanging around, and Vernon's distant "Dammit!!" [followed by unintelligible bitching]. Sounds so real! 😂
"Instead going to prison you'll come here." I always love that line
Is this how Bart Simpson got his famous catchphrase?
Hmmm I wonder the same thing too.
I assume so considering the fact that this was made before the Simpsons even aired on tv this was in 1985 and the Simpsons was out in 1989
Jillian Barker Bart first said eat my shorts in 1990
Eat my jorts.
joseph gover no Nancy Cartwright said eat my shorts a her school parade in stead of their school name and that’s he show of eat my shorts
Back in the day when almost everyone smoked, "eat my shorts" meant "eat my cigarette butts." Still does. Not eat my underwear. "I call shorts on that Marlboro." When one was done puffing, as a courtesy one would hand the leftover cigarette to the 'caller.' Jr. high school stuff...
Tony Eric very interesting thanks for sharing that
soni
Most welcome. My pleasure, thank you for saying so.
I just rewatched this last night after seeing these clips absolute masterpiece
Tony Eric ty I had no idea!!!
Well I just learned something new
0:01-0:06 I laughed so hard 😂😂
Especially when he started swearing
This is my all time favorite scene
The acting in this movie is beyond phenomenal!! KUDOS TO THE CAST!!!! AMAZING JOB!!!!
I love when he says, "Well I'm free the Saturday after that. Beyond that, I'm gonna have to check my calendar."
We just watched this movie in health class the other day, and everybody was cracking up. I was thinking "Why haven't I seen this movie before"?
Omg... Same here I watched this movie at my class since 5th grade I can't remember
“Instead of going to prison you’ll come here” Prison could be alluding to his home. This is why I think he continues adding on the detentions. His abusive home life might be too much for him, so detention is a way to escape, and get his anger out of his system by pestering the other attendees of the session. This film has so much to do with the characters life outside of school and almost everything they do can be referencing a way of their life.
You say, "Wow, that's a lot of detention." I say, "That's a lot of time a guy doesn't wanna go home to an abusive father and show the preppy kids that they can do a lot more than just think 'Another mark on my permanent record!'"
Paul Gleason as Mr. Vernon. Literally the best TV vice principal ever. Tough as nails, but fair. He also made a cameo appearance in the A Teens music video Dancing Queen reviving his role from Breakfast Club. He passed away May 27, 2006. Such a memorable actor.
Don't forget Not Another Teen Movie.
The hold back on the yes is the most god damn perfect delivery
shut up pee wee 😂 lol this I can't even 😂
I didn't get it though, was he referring to Pee Wee Herman? 🤔
@@christianciv1998 Nah, pee wee is just a slang way of saying shorty
@@christianciv1998It came out the same year as the breakfast club
Rest in peace, Paul Gleason.
I JUST REALIZED ANDREW STICKS IS MIDDLE FINGER OUT AT 1:11
Bender is one of the most creative and memorable movie characters I’ve ever seen.
I expected a little more from a varsity letterman😂
Gabriela Vega You're nor fooling anybody, Bender. The next screw that falls out is gonna be you.
Thomas Huffman il eatmyshorts
What was that?
Thomas Huffman Eat. My. Shorts.
You just bought yourself another Saturday!
Bart Simpson also says, "Eat my shorts!"
Me neither.
Duhhh. Where the fuck you think HE got it...Yes, right from this movie....Sheeesh.
y'all need to chill
I am chilled. Was pointing out how it came about... You chill....
you are not chill
This movie was set forty years ago today: March 24, 1984.
“If he gets up, we’ll all get up... it’ll be anarchy!” 😂😂😂😂
John Bender is my favorite he had the best lines in the movie! The Breakfast Club an 80s classic! Wayyyy before its time!
"You really think I give a shit" - best line
RIP John Hughes....The Master of 80s teen movies. Thank you for making the 80s memorable. We never forgot.
"Not even close BUD!" Lolz
Good! You got one more right there!
Lmfao That's my favorite line.
@@chrispleasantableyou ready think I give a s🤬t?
Because you hate the teacher, it gets lost on what a brilliant acting job the guy did. It did so good that you almost see him as real and everyone else as acting. He is essential to this film working, and he put on an amazing performance.
"If you hate the character, the actor did their job." I don't remember where I heard that, but it's a maxim that is true of every film and show you'll ever watch. The more you love or hate any character, that means the actor is doing their job.
The way he says "ugh I'm crushed" 😂
So that's where Bart got his famous quote from
“Instead of going to prison, you’ll come here”. That’s actually a bargain, Vernon
This is perfection. From both sides. I don't think I can name any other movie with better dialogue or acting. Maybe a Tarantino movie. Or any Tarantino movie. But that is it. Thank you for making this, releasing it, and saving my life at least once a year.
Detentions end this Saturday, March 11, 2023 for Bender
But wasn't the day of detention March 24th?
So this rebellious teen says "Eat my shorts." 4 years later in 1989 The Simpsons is aired with Bart Simpson, a rebellion kid also, using the same catchphrase. And then much later on Matt Groening creates Futurama with a rebellious character, also with the same name - Bender... interesting...
And what was his catchphrase?
Yes, and I knew somebody named Bart Bender
Next detention:
“Bender, what got you on Saturday detention?”
Bender: I said “so”.
Judd Nelson actually showed up the way he's dressed in this scene for his audition and got the part! He was born to play bender!!
That's very clever sir...But what if their's a fire??? I think violating firecodes and endangering the lives of children would be unwise decision at this juncture of your career sir...LOL!!!
Movies were so genius made, nowadays it's all remakes and adaptations and comedies that are NOT that funny. Writers and directors just ran out of original ideas.
TheNewEmphinix Well that's not all true. There are plenty of excellent indie films and original films that still get released but the originality with in Hollywood is very gone. One original recent film I loved was Ex Machina.
Man I all remake this to be just as good it could not be better
+TheNewEmphinix Most comedies these days are over exaggerated slap stick punts filled with Sexual Innuendos and completely panned out with homages.
+TheNewEmphinix
Watch Hot Fuzz.
not true. like the person above said there's plenty of independent films that are really amazing.
I remember I was bender for Halloween, it was awesome! Had the whole outfit, and hair, acted like him too, everybody knew who I was!
His defiance is a direct out lash to the neglect and abuse experienced at home from his father. Trust me I know...I was the "Bender" in school from the 3rd grade on to barely graduating high school.
"It'll be anarchy!" 😂
Judd Nelson's best bit of acting and Paul Gleason best acting since Trading Places (Clarence Beeks)
The doors waay too heavy sir .......
If this movie was made today, they would make a sequel for every additional detention Bender just racked up. Then it would have an easter egg linking it to St. Elmo's Fire as part of a shared cinematic universe.
I love how the teacher’s like, “What are you doin’, what are you doin’? Get this out of here, for God’s sake! I expect more from a varsity letterman!” Just after he had told him to get up and help him move the magazine rack to prop the door open!
Yeah, Vernon is such an arrogant hypocrite.
So this is where Nancy got Bart's infamous catchphrase though. Suits Pistol Pete too.
If he gets up, we all get up
IT'LL BE ANARCHY
John Bender Hi, Bender! What's up?
I loved it when Bender mouthed "I'm cracking skulls" haha
Best scene in the entire movie. “Not even close, BUD.”
1:17 Ah the 80s where actor’s dubbing was so obvious
"Instead of going to prison you'll go here". 😂