Hughesian style

A Hughesian film is one which resembles the charactestics of a John Hughes movie. Famous for his coming-of-age films, clear markers include a primarily young cast (though this is not always the case, as with Planes, Trains, & Automobiles) in addition to a consistent inclusion of hip music.

Hughes once said, "I'm never going to end a movie on an unhappy note." This claim is substantiated by his films' uplifting nature despite meaningfully serious and contemplative moments.

Examples
 * Class (1983)
 * Tuff Turf (1985)
 * Big (1988)
 * Say Anything (1989)