The best movies of the 1980s — NJ 101.5’s staff picks

To celebrate the Awesome '80s Labor Day Weekend here at New Jersey 101.5, the staff wanted to get into the spirit by revealing their favorite '80s movies.

Everything was big about the '80s. The hair, the bright clothes, the music and of course, the films.

The '80s were all about having fun and it showed in the movies that were both influential and inspirational. From all the John Hughes classics, to action movies, comedies and even romance, 80's movies had something for every cinematic fan.

Here's a list of NJ1015's staff's favorite 80's movies:

Dennis Malloy - Stand By Me (1986)

Steve Trevelise - Eddie and the Cruisers (1983)

Craig Allen - The Breakfast Club (1985)

Joe V. - Back to the Future (1985)

Bob Williams - Used Cars (1980)

Meteorologist Dan Zarrow - Ghostbusters (1984)

Double Down - Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

Dan Tantillo - Caddyshack (1980)

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