Matthew Broderick’s birthday is coming up in a few days (March 21st), so in honor of him and his most famous comedy, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, we’ve compiled a list of reasons why this movie is the greatest movie of all time (as if we even need to). Its probably been awhile since you’ve seen it, so you should go rent it as soon as possible to refresh your memory of the glory that is John Hughes’ filmmaking masterpiece.
- Raising the “Playing Hooky” Bar
The reverse psychology on his parents, the recordings, and putting a fake body in the bed? We really can’t blame Mom and Dad for falling for it. - Principal Rooney
- Cameron’s Antics
He’s not the star of the movie, but it just wouldn’t be the same without him and his somehow charmingly neurotic reactions to everything. - That Time Jeanie Kicked Rooney in the Face
- The Chicago Landmarks
Chicago is an amazing city, and a lot of its most famous places were beautifully shown in this film, including the Sears Tower and the Art Institute of Chicago. - Because We All Secretly Want to Hijack a Parade Float
- The Magnificent Ferrari
Ah, its beautiful, candy apple red color and vintage vibe. It was so perfect that we almost didn’t even want our beloved protagonists to take it out and drive it. - Charlie Sheen’s Cameo
- Sloane and Ferris
Not sleazy, not mushy, just sweet romance between two kids who really wanted to spend time with each other. - The Epic Race Home
