The ‘80s launched so many classic films, from horror to comedy to drama. From teen movies to rom-coms, the decade had it all, with some of the best talent in front of and behind the camera.

One classic John Hughes movie is so hated by Jack Nicholson that he viewed it as the start of the Hollywood 'conglomeration.' ...

The movie's over-the-top 80s acting and cheesy costumes are now a great reminder ... More recently, Kurt Russell and his son ...

But when it comes to the separate battle of Mogwais and Krampus taking over Christmas, film lovers nationwide voted the 1984 ...

After all, most of the best movies of the '80s did not define the era. There are many to choose from, but the following works arguably best define '80s cinema for their stylistic choices ...