About Quote by Rob Sheffield
“Movies for adults sucked in the 1980s, and music for adults sucked even worse; whether we're talking about Kathleen Turner flicks or Sting albums, the decade's non-teen culture has no staying power at all.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: 'The 80s: A Decade of Bad Adult Entertainment' by Rob Sheffield, 2015
Adult-oriented movies and music from the 1980s are seen as lacking lasting appeal compared to teen culture.
In simple terms: 1980s adult media is forgettable.
Key Takeaway
Avoid overvaluing nostalgic adult media.
Themes
culture
nostalgia
media criticism
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- film criticism
- music reviews
- media studies
- cultural analysis
Key Concepts
pop culture
generational taste
media longevity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a work timeless?
- Can adult media be re-evaluated?
A Different Perspective
Some 1980s adult works have cult followings.
