When it comes to a remake of “The Breakfast Club,” Molly Ringwald thinks this classic doesn’t need to be reheated.
While speaking on the panel “Don’t You Forget About Me: The Breakfast Club 40th Anniversary Reunion” last week, Ringwald and fellow panelists were asked if they could see the popular 1980s film remade for today’s audience.
“I personally don’t believe in remaking that movie,” Ringwald said. “I think this movie is very much of its time. It resonates with people today.”
Ringwald’s stance stems largely from the film’s lack of diversity. She said that it’s “very white” and pointed out the absence of other ethnicities.
“I feel like that doesn’t represent our world today,” she said.
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Though the format of the film wouldn’t be a perfect representation of today’s society, Ringwald hasn’t given up hope on the formula itself.
“I would like to see movies that are inspired by ‘The Breakfast Club,’ but take it in a different direction,” she said.
Given the show’s milestone, Ringwald also is shedding light on specific moments she wasn’t too thrilled to take part in — particularly the makeover scene.
In the pivotal moment, Ringwald’s character, Claire, takes Allison (played by Ally Sheedy) under her wing, swapping out her messy hair and goth aesthetic for a soft, pastel look that catches the eye of athlete Andy (Emilio Estevez).
“I just want to say that I am not responsible for the makeover,” she responded. “And I was really not happy.”
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