@@itsgeegra No, I definitely think A.I. is crap. And as crap, it may be able to replace crappy writers, but it will never replace soulful artists like John Hughes.
And Kathleen Kennedy was heavily responsible for the other half I'll bet if you're a goonies or back to the future fan. She was even involved in some John Hughes movies as an EP if I'm not mistaken. Bet I just ruined someone's day with that one. 😂
As a little kid growing up in the Chicago burbs during Hughs' prime, the settings always made his movies seem like a story being told by a family friend. The setting was always it's own character.
And even as someone who didn’t truly grow up there but spent a lot of time then and now, it’s so apt. That family friend from the Northern suburbs, the retro Illinois plates, just all sorts of clues and hat tips as if to say “If you know, you know.”
Dude it cannot be understated how being a Chicago kid during John’s life made the movies all the more special. I got to see where “Shermer Illinois” was whenever my older brother would drive me around the areas where the movies were made.
That was probably the longest intro I have ever seen, though at the same time I never thought how much of an impact John Hughes would bring to the world with his incredible films, from Sixteen Candles to Planes, Trains and Automobiles. This is the best way to tell his story. I applaud you Joe.
@jeremyweems4916 We were so lucky to have grown up in such awesome/wonderful times. Movies, music, TV shows, comics from that era were so good. Also we were the last generation that grew up without the internet as kids.
I watched all these movies with my father while growing up. So all of these movies affect me deeply. From singing Holiday Road while on vacation to quoting these movies with my brother at dinner. John Hughes had such a huge impact on Pop Culture. 🥰
@@jeremyweems4916 "Nothing with an original story." It takes too much work. Look at the volume of movies in the 70's, 80's and to a lesser extend the mid 90's. For every Star Wars or Back to the Future there were dozens of other movies that flopped - but that volume is what allowed the nuggets to surface. Now Hollywood is so lazy they just want to try to reboot something that worked in the past but throw more money at it - well, money is obviously not enough on it's own and many of the blockbusters were lightning in a bottle; not reproducible. How about ten 20 million dollar movies instead of one crappy 200 million dollar movie? One in ten is much better odds for something to surface and lower budgets force creativity. If Lucas would have had all the money in the world to do what he wanted the original Star Wars would have been crap. Aliens looked its way because of the budget. We have crappy CGI dominated movies where anything is supposedly possible and they are empty shells of films past. I'm just glad I still have a significant back catalog of really good movies to continue going through, and ones like Hughes created to re-watch and enjoy again.
His movies had a magic and charm to them that is hard to even describe. He wrote teenagers with empathy and understanding, you never get the feeling he was looking down on them. He could do sentimentality without it coming off as forced and cheesey. Also, as someone who was born 2002 and didn't get to experience the 80's, I feel like his movies are a nice little window into a seemingly simpler, more straightforward era. The man was one of the greats, and there will never be another John Hughes.
Thank you for your comment! It makes me feel hopeful for the future! So great of you to appreciate "older movies"! Please tell me you know others like you and/or that you are sharing those treasures🎁💝 Have the best life!!!
Good to see there's still some young people out there with some intelligence and taste. Some of the things the zoomers think are good are enough to make me lose faith in humanity.
Divorce numbers surged in the 1980's. Many of the children of this period experienced this trauma and we were forced to grow up too fast. The art of John Huge's was there for us to provide comfort while our parents were losing thier minds. Thanks John👍
Parents were losing their minds because they decided to exit loveless marriages? Divorce is a lot better than two people who hate each other staying "together for the kids". Talk about growing up too fast.
My parents divorced in 1983 and you are exactly right. I still remember them sitting me and my sister down and explaining it to us. I have some good memories from when I was a little kid, but also plenty of bad ones hearing the yelling and screaming.
@IamKnucks it would have have been great if they decided they didn't love each other before they cranked us out and turned us into the goddamn stepchildren.
I was fortunate to be a fellow student of his in high school. Although we were only in one class together, he made quite an impression on me. We were never friends, but he was funny, smart, and handsome. I had a serious crush on him, but I was so shy in those days, I just admired him from afar. I was and still am a huge fan of his movies. I was sad to hear of his passing away at only 59, but happy to know how prolific a writer he became and that he had a very full life. It was great to find this "docu-mini" on him.
Fun Fact: Steve Martin was convinced to join the production of Planes, Trains and Automobiles after favoring two scenes he had read from the script: the seat adjustment-scene in the car, and the F-word tirade at the car rental desk.
This man was a FREAKIN' genius and he gave us way more than what we deserve!!!.... he's a HUGE part of why the 80s and 90s are the greatest decades ever!!!.... no one will ever come close to what he did and thats ok cause we can always go back and watch his work!
Can i just say, as a fan of John Hughes work, and the mystique of the man himself, and his journey in this life, I am deeply grateful that you took the time to create this look at his life & career. It was excellent. There were even some things I never knew about him that you revealed. Thank you so much. You made my year.
I grew-up in sub-suburban Chicago during the 80’s & John’s movies set the tone for the decade. I wish we could have John AND the 80’s back right-now. ☮️
I live in Chicago and during the 80's would go out to the local nightclubs on the weekend with a friend of mine, while at the Limelight (a nightclub converted from an old gothic church) my friend pointed out John Hughes to me, who was standing by himself enjoying the music, so we didn't bother him. A few years later I got into the film business doing special effects make-up and the first major film I worked on was 'Home Alone 2'. I will always appreciate John Hughes' films and what they meant to me, especially having worked on one myself and the memories that I have from that production. I had the opportunity to talk to Macaulay Culkin, Catherine O'Hara, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard and the director Chris Columbus, but because he never came to set I never did see Mr. Hughes again. However, the following year I went to a special preview screening of a yet to be disclosed film with my brother, the movie turned out to be 'Mrs. Doubtfire' and at the end of the movie as the lights came up, sitting in front of us was Chris Columbus the director. I briefly talk to him, mentioning that I worked on 'Home Alone 2' and he asked me what I thought of his new film and I told him that I really enjoyed it, which I did. Good times.
I laughed, I cried. I learned something new (She's Having A Baby!). I am so touched at the sheer magnitude of Ge X / Millennials (like me), that he had an impact on so thoroughly. I hope the legend status only grows with the changing of generational taste....maybe /maybe not. But aren't we the lucky ones to have lived in a world with John Hughes.
I grew up as a kid with the Home Alone Movies, I watched his Brat Pack movies in High School and intertwined all his John Candy movies inbetween... His movies are my life. An absolutely incredible series of films and he gave us the best of John Candy, which is a treat in and of itself.
John Hughes has always been one of my absoloute favourite directors and writers and this just made me fall in love with him and his movies all over again!! My dad and I can qoute almost every film of his backwards and forwards. (My dad always reminds me of John Candy so Uncle Buck is one of my huge soft spots) His characters feel like close friends like no other and it warms my heart
Your comment warmed my heart! John Hughes was a 2nd father to me, and the relation with yours is a beautiful thing! Next time you have a chance, hug your dad longer than usual, for I have lost mine in 1994, same as John Candy... and my dad was "Candy-like" too... "our" movie was Planes, Trains and Automobiles... if only I had more time with my folks to show them more Hughes movies *sigh* From one Hughes' progeny to another, have the best life! 😌
Beautiful. John Hughes was a true genuine filmmaker and storyteller. Had I kept my ambition to break out into acting and had John Hughes still been alive, I would’ve loved to be a part of one of his productions. Merely for the camaraderie that would (hopefully)form between all of the actors.
Not just because it would mean a still alive John Hughes, I too would’ve loved to see you in movies of his, being part of that "Hughes family"... and those of us smart enough to see his movies with open eyes & hearts, are already part of that family! You clearly are a person with excellent taste, and who knows, the acting part(s) in your life might yet be coming... I wish you the best life! Signed: an only child, and now orphan, but with millions of siblings, thanks to my other dad, John Hughes! 😌
@@thetimturnershow2883 Thank you, I absolutely will 😌especially knowing that there's like-minded, good-hearted people out there, which is comforting! Be well, always!
Great video. Love John Hughes. He's definitely one of my favorite directors. Awesome to see that he was friends with John Candy. I love them both, a true once in a lifetime actor/director relationship, and they created wonderful stories together.
Fantastic Mini-Docu. Superb editing and script. It must have been quite time consuming searching out the right scenes for the project. You definitely made me see things in the films that I never noticed before, especially in detailing John's character and life. Also never knew about some of those later films being from his scripts, especially "101 Dalmatians".
This man was a directing powerhouse. His talents and contribution to and impact on cinema won't be forgotten. RIP, Mr Hughes (1950-2009). Thank you for your cinematic kindness.
It always amazed me how he was able to get beneath the skin of his characters to reveal a unique soul that was relatable by anyone. He genuinely understood people. I'm surprised "She's Having a Baby" did not do well, I enjoyed it. Maybe it was too mature for his broader audience of teens and young adults that hadn't yet faced the trials and temptations of a married adult. I was nearing 30 before I became familiar with his movies. I think Ferris Bueller was the first one I had seen.
What a talent; what a gift this man shared with the world. When I think about (or watch) Uncle Buck, The Breakfast Club, Home Alone, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and others ... I think to myself, to be able to inject smart comedy movies with the sweetest, most touching, amazingly uplifting and truth-filled *heart* .... that is something that will always impress me, and that I'll always be grateful for and appreciate. You cannot underestimate John's legacy, nor the legion of admirers who hold his films in such high esteem and with such deep and thriving affection. Thank you for this tribute.
Bravo to your video here of a man who was a pure genius with writing scripts for movies. There just is no one even close to JOHN HUGHES today and he is sorely missed more than ever now. RIP JH as I hope you and JOHN CANDY are having a blast today!
This retrospective made the lump in my throat grow quite large. This man's work was my childhood. So many of his films have meant such a great deal to me. The world really needed and continues to benefit from the work he left behind. I can't think of a writer/director I more closely related with how he was presenting people from all different threads of experience and what ever social box buzzword you could place them with. The this, the that and everything in between, John understood people and reflected back onto the screen to the audience, those very character archetypes he paid tribute so well through his craft. Very grateful for his output.
You deserve much more, every video you make is so detailed and full of love that I get excited when I get that notification that you posted a new video. Hat's off to you sir.
Outstanding work. I love the neverending Hughes appreciation here. On a realed Hughes note I read the Sincerely, John Hughes blog post from time to time. Hughes truly appreciated his fans.
You really tapped into why we love Hughes's films so much. I love all your videos and docu-mini's, but this one may be my new favorite. Great job, as always, Joe!
Nice job on the documentary Joe, this is one of your best ones yet! John Hughes is one of my two favorite directors of all-time! My favorite film of his and John Candy is Planes, Trains, and Automobiles!
Life Moves Pretty Fast. If You Don’t Stop And Look Around Once In A While, You Could Miss It that Hats Off Entertainment made most awesome and well-crafted Docu-Mini on the legendary John Hughes great job sir loved Hughes writing and his work keep up awesome content.
Wow, not just a regular minidoc, but also a very emotional video. John Hughes was one of my coming-of-age artists and I didn't even know it, I've just been so influenced by his movies. This video is an amazing love letter to his work
Thank you very much for making this vid. John Hughes has been my favorite filmmaker since I was a teen. The man is such a mystery but I always hope someone(s) would one day make a documentary about him. Either way, rare vids like this always brighten my day. Thanks again.🤝✌️
John Hughes brought so much joy into my life. In my book he was a great man who spoke basic truths about love and human relationships and lifted our hearts through it. You made a beautiful tribute to the man. Thank you for that.,
This is one of the best retrospectives you've done. So many of these movies hold so much meaning to me, and I've lost track of how many times I've seen them. Some I was even lucky enough to see when they had second runs in theaters. From the stories to the dialogue to the soundtracks, his movies left an indelible impression on my life, and it is not an overstatement to say that they even affected the trajectory of my life and all of my relationships. Sharing the appreciation with others has always fostered wonderful friendships, strengthened others, and instilled a sense of community. I will be forever grateful for all the wonder he shared with us, and all the laughter, insight, and even tears his art brought to me.
I didn’t get to develop a love for John Hughes movies until the 90s because I was too young for his teen comedies when they were first released, but his first movie to fully hit me and to become my absolute favorite was Planes, Trains, & Automobiles. I remember I was driving somewhere near my home when I heard on the radio John Candy had died. I was devastated and just happened to be passing a video rental place. I swung into the parking lot and went in to see if I could find a great John Candy movie. In the previously viewed for sale section I found a VHS copy of PT&A and bought it right away. I was 18 years old and I discovered my first John Hughes directed movie, which instantly became an all-time favorite. Over the years, I became a John Hughes fan even though I’d already loved a couple of the things he’d written such as Uncle Buck and The Great Outdoors, movies that had already made me love John Candy! Last November, I finally got to see Planes, Trains, & Automobiles in the theater thanks to an anniversary Fathom Event! And you’d better believe I bought the 4K Blu-ray even though I’d previously bought the VHS, the DVD and the Blu-ray releases. What can I say, I really love that movie!!
My favorite John Hughes film tidbit is that he had originally cast a very young John Cusack as Bender in The Breakfast Club. But he ultimately dropped him during preproduction in favor of Judd Nelson due to him being more physical intimidating than Cusack.
Another amazing job, Joe! I always watch your videos, and of course I'm a huge fan of Hughes and Candy!! They are always in my heart and were big influences in my life.
Finally a great overview of John Hughes career. He's just one of my favorite even though i grew up in different culture and cannot relate to his movies.
I watched Summer Rental this past week. Then, the og Vacation was recommended next on my streaming service. I then went down the John Hughes rabbit hole and am still working through it. All from just watching a non Hughes film. ❤
John Hughes was a writing machine. His movies were part of my childhood, especially with Home Alone. I begged my parents to take me to the video store right when they opened because I had to be the first to rent it. As I got older I fell in love with Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller, Weird Science and my favorite, Planes, Trains & Automobiles. I still watch each of these movies every year, like clockwork. I feel what truly made him special is his ability to connect with his teenage self. I tried and forget everything about being a teenager, it was a terrible time. But he knew how to write about teenage angst, in a style that was very familiar. He could balance crassness with sincerity and wholesomeness, and showed how teenagers were thinking, feeling people just trying to make sense out of life.
Thank you Joe...Hughes made an indelible mark on my life, my sense of humour, the type of movies I love and the challenges of finding yourself in the world. A legacy of work that defined a huge part of the 80s'90's with its golden age of movie theatres,, video rental and prided collections of beloved movies.
Great video. John Hughes raised me. Pure genius. Thank you for making this. Your video also help me realize that there was a little bit of John in each one of his main characters. Especially his first several movies. He is very missed. May he rest in peace.
Thanks for making a half hour long video on one of my favourite filmmakers. I can't wait to drop everything to watch it. While several aspects of Hughes' works are rather dated now, namely the casual homophobia, racism and sexism, his stories and characters are timeless, and still resonate to contemporary audiences.
That was a really good retrospective on John Hughes. To be honest I didn't know he wrote a lot of the movies I grew up with. Though I do remember hearing his name floating around. Loved his movies though, he had an amazing talent.
All my kids are acquainted with Mr Hughes and his complete collection of work. They thank me more than you would expect for doing this. Thank you Mr Hughes and all involved!
It's really a shame that there aren't more commentaries and interviews with Hughes. He's way more badass than he looks. And what a body of work! The 80's wouldn't be the same without him. P.S; Excellent video. Liked. 👍
This is soooooooooo sooooooooo good, thank you so much! I don’t realize how much John Hughes shaped my own life until I saw this 🥹🥹🥹🥹 . . . his loss is certainly felt!
Very Interesting what John said about writing dialogue and scripts. Rather than over think dialogue or plot, he just lets it flow out quickly and finishes it. Then, he goes back through if he likes it and does many rewrites to hone it in.
Thanks Joe...Hughes and Candy were so talented and so complementary that I don't think the quality of their family films will ever be surpassed. Thinking of Hughes in particular, it's amazing to me that he alone could have written stories like Breakfast Club, Planes Trains, and Home Alone
I am a film director from Brazil and I have always had admiration for the great directors in the history of cinema, however, on the one hand, the indifference of great authors to the great questions of human individuality has always bothered me and, on the other hand, it has always attracted me the directors who knew how to sensitively frame the nuances of the human psyche, both from an individual point of view and from a collective point of view. After decades, I came to the conclusion that a cinema and an art that manage to penetrate these layers of humanity are part of a superior art and so I started to apply it in my cinematography and, at the same time, I started to have as the greatest example of an author in the history of cinema, that fantastic and sensitive human being that was John Hughes. He is today, for me, one of the greatest references in the art of cinema and I am very grateful for the incredible work you did to honor him and immortalize the qualities of this Master. Thank you very mutch for this work
He really made films that you could feel hopeful for in your life.
It's so sad to think that we currently don't have anyone even close to the caliber of a John Hughes and may never again.
I really am not a fan of Hailee Seinfeld or whatever her name is, but edge of seventeen was a nice little attempt.
Actually, I heard about this new writer. His initials are A.I.
Just kidding. You're right. Not even artificial intelligence can replace John Hughes.
@@Sam-lm8giI feel like "not even AI" suggests like an AI could produce anything but total drivel at this stage
Just the scripts have a particular feel and characters are iconic.
@@itsgeegra No, I definitely think A.I. is crap. And as crap, it may be able to replace crappy writers, but it will never replace soulful artists like John Hughes.
Until I watched this, I honestly didn't realize that this man essentially wrote a hughes chunk of the films of my childhood. Marvelous.
Haha a "hughes" chunk
Same here
And Kathleen Kennedy was heavily responsible for the other half I'll bet if you're a goonies or back to the future fan. She was even involved in some John Hughes movies as an EP if I'm not mistaken. Bet I just ruined someone's day with that one. 😂
Guy sucks!
@@DeathBYDesign666you didn’t ruin my day, Kathleen just ruined her career.
As a little kid growing up in the Chicago burbs during Hughs' prime, the settings always made his movies seem like a story being told by a family friend. The setting was always it's own character.
And even as someone who didn’t truly grow up there but spent a lot of time then and now, it’s so apt. That family friend from the Northern suburbs, the retro Illinois plates, just all sorts of clues and hat tips as if to say “If you know, you know.”
Dude it cannot be understated how being a Chicago kid during John’s life made the movies all the more special. I got to see where “Shermer Illinois” was whenever my older brother would drive me around the areas where the movies were made.
How I felt about it too growing up in the Chicago suburbs in the 80s as well.
Same here!!
That was probably the longest intro I have ever seen, though at the same time I never thought how much of an impact John Hughes would bring to the world with his incredible films, from Sixteen Candles to Planes, Trains and Automobiles. This is the best way to tell his story. I applaud you Joe.
It’s amazing how much of an impact Hughes has had.
What a legacy - and what a decade to grow up in.
2 decades. 80's and 90's....Sadly, they don't make movies like that anymore. Nothing with an original story.
@jeremyweems4916 We were so lucky to have grown up in such awesome/wonderful times.
Movies, music, TV shows, comics from that era were so good. Also we were the last generation that grew up without the internet as kids.
I watched all these movies with my father while growing up. So all of these movies affect me deeply. From singing Holiday Road while on vacation to quoting these movies with my brother at dinner. John Hughes had such a huge impact on Pop Culture. 🥰
@@jeremyweems4916 "Nothing with an original story." It takes too much work. Look at the volume of movies in the 70's, 80's and to a lesser extend the mid 90's. For every Star Wars or Back to the Future there were dozens of other movies that flopped - but that volume is what allowed the nuggets to surface. Now Hollywood is so lazy they just want to try to reboot something that worked in the past but throw more money at it - well, money is obviously not enough on it's own and many of the blockbusters were lightning in a bottle; not reproducible. How about ten 20 million dollar movies instead of one crappy 200 million dollar movie? One in ten is much better odds for something to surface and lower budgets force creativity. If Lucas would have had all the money in the world to do what he wanted the original Star Wars would have been crap. Aliens looked its way because of the budget. We have crappy CGI dominated movies where anything is supposedly possible and they are empty shells of films past. I'm just glad I still have a significant back catalog of really good movies to continue going through, and ones like Hughes created to re-watch and enjoy again.
Well stated. Thanks for this.
His movies had a magic and charm to them that is hard to even describe. He wrote teenagers with empathy and understanding, you never get the feeling he was looking down on them. He could do sentimentality without it coming off as forced and cheesey. Also, as someone who was born 2002 and didn't get to experience the 80's, I feel like his movies are a nice little window into a seemingly simpler, more straightforward era. The man was one of the greats, and there will never be another John Hughes.
Thank you for your comment! It makes me feel hopeful for the future! So great of you to appreciate "older movies"! Please tell me you know others like you and/or that you are sharing those treasures🎁💝 Have the best life!!!
Good to see there's still some young people out there with some intelligence and taste. Some of the things the zoomers think are good are enough to make me lose faith in humanity.
I love how Huges and Candy were so close. It seems like 2 incredibly nice people.
Candy's death probably sped up his retirement.
The two of them were like the Martin Scorsese/Robert De Niro of 80s comedy films
Same age too! Hughes is older than Candy by eight months and thirteen days
Divorce numbers surged in the 1980's. Many of the children of this period experienced this trauma and we were forced to grow up too fast. The art of John Huge's was there for us to provide comfort while our parents were losing thier minds. Thanks John👍
Parents were losing their minds because they decided to exit loveless marriages? Divorce is a lot better than two people who hate each other staying "together for the kids". Talk about growing up too fast.
My parents divorced in 1983 and you are exactly right. I still remember them sitting me and my sister down and explaining it to us. I have some good memories from when I was a little kid, but also plenty of bad ones hearing the yelling and screaming.
@@larrykramer2761 👍
@IamKnucks it would have have been great if they decided they didn't love each other before they cranked us out and turned us into the goddamn stepchildren.
@@RoddyPipersCorneasI’m right here, I can hear you.
I love how his director's chair has a built-in cupholder and ash tray.
He literally put his heart and soul into his movies and it shows.
I was fortunate to be a fellow student of his in high school. Although we were only in one class together, he made quite an impression on me. We were never friends, but he was funny, smart, and handsome. I had a serious crush on him, but I was so shy in those days, I just admired him from afar. I was and still am a huge fan of his movies. I was sad to hear of his passing away at only 59, but happy to know how prolific a writer he became and that he had a very full life. It was great to find this "docu-mini" on him.
Fun Fact: Steve Martin was convinced to join the production of Planes, Trains and Automobiles after favoring two scenes he had read from the script: the seat adjustment-scene in the car, and the F-word tirade at the car rental desk.
This man was a FREAKIN' genius and he gave us way more than what we deserve!!!.... he's a HUGE part of why the 80s and 90s are the greatest decades ever!!!.... no one will ever come close to what he did and thats ok cause we can always go back and watch his work!
Can i just say, as a fan of John Hughes work, and the mystique of the man himself, and his journey in this life, I am deeply grateful that you took the time to create this look at his life & career. It was excellent. There were even some things I never knew about him that you revealed. Thank you so much. You made my year.
I grew-up in sub-suburban Chicago during the 80’s & John’s movies set the tone for the decade.
I wish we could have John AND the 80’s back right-now. ☮️
This is an outstanding documentary. An informative love-letter to a once-in-a-generation writer/director.
I live in Chicago and during the 80's would go out to the local nightclubs on the weekend with a friend of mine, while at the Limelight (a nightclub converted from an old gothic church) my friend pointed out John Hughes to me, who was standing by himself enjoying the music, so we didn't bother him. A few years later I got into the film business doing special effects make-up and the first major film I worked on was 'Home Alone 2'. I will always appreciate John Hughes' films and what they meant to me, especially having worked on one myself and the memories that I have from that production. I had the opportunity to talk to Macaulay Culkin, Catherine O'Hara, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard and the director Chris Columbus, but because he never came to set I never did see Mr. Hughes again. However, the following year I went to a special preview screening of a yet to be disclosed film with my brother, the movie turned out to be 'Mrs. Doubtfire' and at the end of the movie as the lights came up, sitting in front of us was Chris Columbus the director. I briefly talk to him, mentioning that I worked on 'Home Alone 2' and he asked me what I thought of his new film and I told him that I really enjoyed it, which I did. Good times.
I laughed, I cried. I learned something new (She's Having A Baby!). I am so touched at the sheer magnitude of Ge X / Millennials (like me), that he had an impact on so thoroughly. I hope the legend status only grows with the changing of generational taste....maybe /maybe not. But aren't we the lucky ones to have lived in a world with John Hughes.
No other movie maker has made my childhood and great memories so fulfilling as this man has.
I grew up as a kid with the Home Alone Movies, I watched his Brat Pack movies in High School and intertwined all his John Candy movies inbetween... His movies are my life. An absolutely incredible series of films and he gave us the best of John Candy, which is a treat in and of itself.
John Hughes has always been one of my absoloute favourite directors and writers and this just made me fall in love with him and his movies all over again!! My dad and I can qoute almost every film of his backwards and forwards. (My dad always reminds me of John Candy so Uncle Buck is one of my huge soft spots) His characters feel like close friends like no other and it warms my heart
Your comment warmed my heart! John Hughes was a 2nd father to me, and the relation with yours is a beautiful thing! Next time you have a chance, hug your dad longer than usual, for I have lost mine in 1994, same as John Candy... and my dad was "Candy-like" too... "our" movie was Planes, Trains and Automobiles... if only I had more time with my folks to show them more Hughes movies *sigh* From one Hughes' progeny to another, have the best life! 😌
Dear Sir, never stop making your videos. You and your voice are just moving me so much. Thank you. Sincerely, thank you so much.
Beautiful. John Hughes was a true genuine filmmaker and storyteller. Had I kept my ambition to break out into acting and had John Hughes still been alive, I would’ve loved to be a part of one of his productions. Merely for the camaraderie that would (hopefully)form between all of the actors.
Not just because it would mean a still alive John Hughes, I too would’ve loved to see you in movies of his, being part of that "Hughes family"... and those of us smart enough to see his movies with open eyes & hearts, are already part of that family! You clearly are a person with excellent taste, and who knows, the acting part(s) in your life might yet be coming... I wish you the best life! Signed: an only child, and now orphan, but with millions of siblings, thanks to my other dad, John Hughes! 😌
@@loganswiss6903 that’s a very nice sentiment. Thank you and please enjoy the rest of your day.
@@thetimturnershow2883 Thank you, I absolutely will 😌especially knowing that there's like-minded, good-hearted people out there, which is comforting! Be well, always!
Joe, this is top tier work. Beautifully portrayed and deeply inspiring.
Greatest screenwriter of all time. His dialogue, characters, humor, and heart are unmatched.
These are by far the best mini docs I've seen. I can feel the love & passion as I'm watching them. This is one of my favorite UA-cam channels.
I hope the Hughes family shows you some appreciating. You’ve done so much to honor him and his films.
Great video. Love John Hughes. He's definitely one of my favorite directors. Awesome to see that he was friends with John Candy. I love them both, a true once in a lifetime actor/director relationship, and they created wonderful stories together.
Fantastic Mini-Docu. Superb editing and script. It must have been quite time consuming searching out the right scenes for the project. You definitely made me see things in the films that I never noticed before, especially in detailing John's character and life. Also never knew about some of those later films being from his scripts, especially "101 Dalmatians".
This man was a directing powerhouse. His talents and contribution to and impact on cinema won't be forgotten. RIP, Mr Hughes (1950-2009). Thank you for your cinematic kindness.
Joe my man, you have outdone yourself with this video.
It always amazed me how he was able to get beneath the skin of his characters to reveal a unique soul that was relatable by anyone. He genuinely understood people. I'm surprised "She's Having a Baby" did not do well, I enjoyed it. Maybe it was too mature for his broader audience of teens and young adults that hadn't yet faced the trials and temptations of a married adult. I was nearing 30 before I became familiar with his movies. I think Ferris Bueller was the first one I had seen.
Wow, another great Mini Doc! Big thanks!!
What a talent; what a gift this man shared with the world. When I think about (or watch) Uncle Buck, The Breakfast Club, Home Alone, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and others ... I think to myself, to be able to inject smart comedy movies with the sweetest, most touching, amazingly uplifting and truth-filled *heart* .... that is something that will always impress me, and that I'll always be grateful for and appreciate. You cannot underestimate John's legacy, nor the legion of admirers who hold his films in such high esteem and with such deep and thriving affection.
Thank you for this tribute.
I can say there are only a few UA-cam channels that I automatically hit "Thumbs Up" before I even watch the video. 👍🎩
fantastic retrospective on an amazing talent
Bravo to your video here of a man who was a pure genius with writing scripts for movies. There just is no one even close to JOHN HUGHES today and he is sorely missed more than ever now. RIP JH as I hope you and JOHN CANDY are having a blast today!
Boy, oh boy! All these movies brings me incredible amount of nostalgia. Classic Disney animation and Hughes movies pretty much defined my childhood.
This retrospective made the lump in my throat grow quite large. This man's work was my childhood. So many of his films have meant such a great deal to me. The world really needed and continues to benefit from the work he left behind. I can't think of a writer/director I more closely related with how he was presenting people from all different threads of experience and what ever social box buzzword you could place them with. The this, the that and everything in between, John understood people and reflected back onto the screen to the audience, those very character archetypes he paid tribute so well through his craft. Very grateful for his output.
So nice to finally see you dedicate a vid to this guy. Love your channel and the insight you provide.
You deserve much more, every video you make is so detailed and full of love that I get excited when I get that notification that you posted a new video. Hat's off to you sir.
How lucky I was that I got to experience John Hughes movies and 80's music while I was a teenager in the 80s.
Hats off to you for making an amazing tribute to this man. I'm now going to re-watch the ones I've seen and check out the ones I missed.
Outstanding work. I love the neverending Hughes appreciation here. On a realed Hughes note I read the Sincerely, John Hughes blog post from time to time. Hughes truly appreciated his fans.
Great Docu-Mini. And a good way to introduce John Hughes to people who probably only know one or two of his films.
Hats off to you, Joe.
A lovely tribute! Thank you for letting me learn a little more about an iconic filmmaker.
Such great movies!
I had just an overwhelming, happy smile for the first 3 minutes.
That opening montage hit me right in the feels so hard 😭
Planes trains and autombiles will forever be one of my favorite movies.
Thank you for your comment🙏 It is, and always will be, one of my favorite ones as well.
You really tapped into why we love Hughes's films so much. I love all your videos and docu-mini's, but this one may be my new favorite. Great job, as always, Joe!
What a great video. Bravo. Love John Hughes and it was amazing to see all this unseen footage 👏
Quality content as usual.
Some Kind of Wonderful is a very underrated film of his.
Nice job on the documentary Joe, this is one of your best ones yet!
John Hughes is one of my two favorite directors of all-time!
My favorite film of his and John Candy is Planes, Trains, and Automobiles!
thanks, well worth the wait, intro is gold
All hail the mighty John Hughes. Thank you for my teens, your films are a major element. Life indeed moves pretty fast. ❤
Beautiful documentary of a great director. Thanks for sharing!
Excellent job. 28:11 just breezed by.
Lovely documentary - Hats off to you
Life Moves Pretty Fast. If You Don’t Stop And Look Around Once In A While, You Could Miss It that Hats Off Entertainment made most awesome and well-crafted Docu-Mini on the legendary John Hughes great job sir loved Hughes writing and his work keep up awesome content.
Wow, not just a regular minidoc, but also a very emotional video. John Hughes was one of my coming-of-age artists and I didn't even know it, I've just been so influenced by his movies. This video is an amazing love letter to his work
Always love your editing for these videos
Thank you very much for making this vid. John Hughes has been my favorite filmmaker since I was a teen. The man is such a mystery but I always hope someone(s) would one day make a documentary about him. Either way, rare vids like this always brighten my day. Thanks again.🤝✌️
John Hughes brought so much joy into my life. In my book he was a great man who spoke basic truths about love and human relationships and lifted our hearts through it. You made a beautiful tribute to the man. Thank you for that.,
John Hughes is just one of the people who raised me.
Really well made! John Hughes has always been both a great inspiration and a great mystery for me. Loved all of the archived footage.
Amazing docu-mini about an awesome filmmaker. His movies were my childhood.
John Hughes definitely had a huge impact in my life growing up in the 80's & 90's - thank you for this docu-mini
I really enjoy these John Hughes videos you do. Keep up the great work Joe, take care!
This is one of the best retrospectives you've done. So many of these movies hold so much meaning to me, and I've lost track of how many times I've seen them. Some I was even lucky enough to see when they had second runs in theaters. From the stories to the dialogue to the soundtracks, his movies left an indelible impression on my life, and it is not an overstatement to say that they even affected the trajectory of my life and all of my relationships. Sharing the appreciation with others has always fostered wonderful friendships, strengthened others, and instilled a sense of community. I will be forever grateful for all the wonder he shared with us, and all the laughter, insight, and even tears his art brought to me.
I didn’t get to develop a love for John Hughes movies until the 90s because I was too young for his teen comedies when they were first released, but his first movie to fully hit me and to become my absolute favorite was Planes, Trains, & Automobiles. I remember I was driving somewhere near my home when I heard on the radio John Candy had died. I was devastated and just happened to be passing a video rental place. I swung into the parking lot and went in to see if I could find a great John Candy movie. In the previously viewed for sale section I found a VHS copy of PT&A and bought it right away. I was 18 years old and I discovered my first John Hughes directed movie, which instantly became an all-time favorite. Over the years, I became a John Hughes fan even though I’d already loved a couple of the things he’d written such as Uncle Buck and The Great Outdoors, movies that had already made me love John Candy!
Last November, I finally got to see Planes, Trains, & Automobiles in the theater thanks to an anniversary Fathom Event! And you’d better believe I bought the 4K Blu-ray even though I’d previously bought the VHS, the DVD and the Blu-ray releases. What can I say, I really love that movie!!
Well done sir. I think this is your greatest video yet.
Much like the paintings in museums that John loved so
Much….his movies have become works of art that will live on forever and be loved by billions.
I knew a lot of John Hughes films. But holy crap, I had NO IDEA of all of these.
Absolutely incredible
A lot of movies I never knew he wrote. Thanks, this video felt like a warm hug.
Bravo!!!! Awesome documentary!! 👌
Man you are just fantastic at crafting these really well detailed and heartfelt documentaries. John Hughes would be proud.
My favorite John Hughes film tidbit is that he had originally cast a very young John Cusack as Bender in The Breakfast Club. But he ultimately dropped him during preproduction in favor of Judd Nelson due to him being more physical intimidating than Cusack.
I seen some of his movies and I still watch them every year.
Another amazing job, Joe! I always watch your videos, and of course I'm a huge fan of Hughes and Candy!! They are always in my heart and were big influences in my life.
Finally a great overview of John Hughes career. He's just one of my favorite even though i grew up in different culture and cannot relate to his movies.
Hats Off - you never disappoint. Love your style of documentary, your taste, and more. Appreciate you taking the time to do these. I love them!!
I watched Summer Rental this past week. Then, the og Vacation was recommended next on my streaming service. I then went down the John Hughes rabbit hole and am still working through it. All from just watching a non Hughes film. ❤
John Hughes was a writing machine. His movies were part of my childhood, especially with Home Alone. I begged my parents to take me to the video store right when they opened because I had to be the first to rent it. As I got older I fell in love with Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller, Weird Science and my favorite, Planes, Trains & Automobiles. I still watch each of these movies every year, like clockwork.
I feel what truly made him special is his ability to connect with his teenage self. I tried and forget everything about being a teenager, it was a terrible time. But he knew how to write about teenage angst, in a style that was very familiar. He could balance crassness with sincerity and wholesomeness, and showed how teenagers were thinking, feeling people just trying to make sense out of life.
Thank you Joe...Hughes made an indelible mark on my life, my sense of humour, the type of movies I love and the challenges of finding yourself in the world. A legacy of work that defined a huge part of the 80s'90's with its golden age of movie theatres,, video rental and prided collections of beloved movies.
Great video. John Hughes raised me. Pure genius. Thank you for making this. Your video also help me realize that there was a little bit of John in each one of his main characters. Especially his first several movies. He is very missed. May he rest in peace.
Thanks for making a half hour long video on one of my favourite filmmakers. I can't wait to drop everything to watch it. While several aspects of Hughes' works are rather dated now, namely the casual homophobia, racism and sexism, his stories and characters are timeless, and still resonate to contemporary audiences.
Don’t be a sissy Mary.
So he made us look at the realities of human nature - the Horror!!
That was a really good retrospective on John Hughes. To be honest I didn't know he wrote a lot of the movies I grew up with. Though I do remember hearing his name floating around. Loved his movies though, he had an amazing talent.
Fantastic piece.
Wow! This video was well put together. 10/10!
All my kids are acquainted with Mr Hughes and his complete collection of work. They thank me more than you would expect for doing this. Thank you Mr Hughes and all involved!
This was a goosebumps and near tears ride from beginning to end.
Thanks for the memories of good times spent with good friends ❤
It's really a shame that there aren't more commentaries and interviews with Hughes. He's way more badass than he looks. And what a body of work! The 80's wouldn't be the same without him.
P.S; Excellent video. Liked. 👍
You are truly doing the lord's work
This is soooooooooo sooooooooo good, thank you so much! I don’t realize how much John Hughes shaped my own life until I saw this 🥹🥹🥹🥹 . . . his loss is certainly felt!
Very Interesting what John said about writing dialogue and scripts. Rather than over think dialogue or plot, he just lets it flow out quickly and finishes it. Then, he goes back through if he likes it and does many rewrites to hone it in.
Thanks Joe...Hughes and Candy were so talented and so complementary that I don't think the quality of their family films will ever be surpassed. Thinking of Hughes in particular, it's amazing to me that he alone could have written stories like Breakfast Club, Planes Trains, and Home Alone
I am a film director from Brazil and I have always had admiration for the great directors in the history of cinema, however, on the one hand, the indifference of great authors to the great questions of human individuality has always bothered me and, on the other hand, it has always attracted me the directors who knew how to sensitively frame the nuances of the human psyche, both from an individual point of view and from a collective point of view. After decades, I came to the conclusion that a cinema and an art that manage to penetrate these layers of humanity are part of a superior art and so I started to apply it in my cinematography and, at the same time, I started to have as the greatest example of an author in the history of cinema, that fantastic and sensitive human being that was John Hughes. He is today, for me, one of the greatest references in the art of cinema and I am very grateful for the incredible work you did to honor him and immortalize the qualities of this Master. Thank you very mutch for this work
This docu-mini feels like stumbling upon a boss by accident.
Kudos Ramoni.