The movie Sixteen Candles, a teen coming-of-age comedy directed by John Hughes and starring Molly Ringwald, was released in theaters in the United States.
Principal photography for Sixteen Candles took place, capturing the story of a teenage girl's sixteenth birthday and the comedy and drama surrounding it.
Following the success of Sixteen Candles, John Hughes established his reputation for creating iconic 1980s teen films.
Samantha wakes up feeling disappointed as her family completely forgets her sixteenth birthday amidst the chaos of her sister's wedding preparations.
Samantha goes to school trying to keep a low profile, dealing with typical teenage challenges, while secretly hoping for her crush to notice her.
Samantha encounters Jake Ryan, the popular and handsome boy from school, which sparks a series of exciting developments for her birthday.
Preparations for the high school party where many characters' storylines intersect, including romantic interests and comedic mishaps.
Samantha's friends and Jake Ryan surprise her with attention and affection, culminating in a memorable birthday celebration that fulfills her dreams.
