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Well would you believe it! John Hughes’ comedy classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off first hit the big screens a cool 30 years ago today! - okay okay we get it! We're old now...

As you might have spotted before, we're pretty big fans of this retro classic, I mean.....what's not to love? Surely there's a Ferris Bueller deep down in all of us who just wants to forget what they HAVE to do and just embrace what they WANT to do. Okay maybe living like this does come with some drawbacks....wrecking a 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder for one, but growing up we would have loved nothing more than to skip school and have our very own adventure. 

Now with this being such a retro classic AND the fact it's celebrating a pretty milestone 30 years birthday, we thought it was about time we took a few moments to catch up with some of the stars of the hit film and see what they've been up to since and what they're doing now.

So! Take a peep below and check out our Ferris Bueller's Day Off Where Are They Now? Enjoy!

Matthew Broderick (Ferris Bueller)

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Holy sweet potato! It's only gone and been the weekend again!

Like a keen armature artists with a fresh new canvas and set of paints, we find ourselves with nothing but inspiration in front of us and a whole world of possibilities. Carefully selecting the right brush, the right colours and techniques, we'll create something which will capture our imagination and with each brush stroke become something more magnificent like a classic thriller slowly revealing its plot before our eyes. Taking pride of place on our wall, our creation will sit proud for all to see and aim to only inspire and encourage all future work to come.

Have a happy retro weekend.

SATURDAY 15th August

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On the 20th of February 1987, (but quite a while after the yanks got their hands on it), we were first introduced to one of the most iconic characters of the decade. Someone we all wanted to be, someone who came along and did what they wanted and got away with is...if only just!

He lives the teenagers dream, getting to skive off school, drive a fast and very expensive car, and well...generally lark around with his best mates in the great city of Chicago. Who wouldn't want that right?

We are of course talking about... Ferris Bueller!

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From the very first glimpse of the tailor we say for this film, we were in love and we sure weren't alone! Ferris later became one of the top-grossing films of the year and a true 80s classic for ever after. Not bad for a film that was written in less than a week!

With such a following and of course looking to feed our Bueller bellies with even more retro goodies, we've been hard at work creating some amazing and super exclusive new Ferris Bueller T-Shirts, this time inspired by that classic quote we all know and love.

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Uncle Keith’s comb over! Is it the Weekend?

Like the epic party from the night before when the streamers have gracefully fallen to the floor, the music has faded and the lights have dimmed. The siren like call of your ever so trusty comfy bed is all you crave as your head thumps and screams. Let us be your be your always faithful, nursing housewife as we prepare for you a hangover cure of retro movie magic, we’ll sooth away those next day party blues with cinematic greatness before easing you back to your former celluloid glory.

Have a happy retro weekend!

SATURDAY 30th MAY

The Addams Family (1991) Film4 1:00pm-2:55pm (1 hour 55 minutes)

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Eye of Thundera it’s only the Weekend

Many miles into the desert, deep into parts unknown. Riding head held high on top a camel fastened with water bottles and blankets. Let us be your intrepid explorer as we bravely seek out new lands of retro movie greatness, we’ll  meet savage tribes and trade with them for cinematic awesomeness before we discover their secrets and marvel at the celluloid wonder.

Have a happy retro Weekend!

SATURDAY 18th JANUARY

Bugsy Malone (1976) Film4  4:35pm-6:25pm (1 hour 50 minutes)

Alan Parker's slapstick musical comedy, featuring a cast composed entirely of children and following a war between rival gangsters in 1920s New York - fought with custard pies and cream-firing Tommy guns. When a slick mobster acquires devastating new weapons, his arch rival enlists the aid of a small-time chancer to steal them. Starring Scott Baio, Florrie Dugger and John Cassisi, with Jodie Foster in an early appearance.

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Bueller...Bueller...Bueller...Anyone?

We are very excited to unveil new Ferris Bueller T-Shirts dedicated to the star of one of the most celebrated 80s movies ever, Ferris Bueller's Day Off!  These Save Ferris T-Shirts are perfect for showing your appreciation of the classic John Hughes film and bringing back memories of the smooth talking Ferris and the best skive ever!

This amazing design is available in both ladies and men's sizes as well as a ladies sweatshirt.

And I couldn't resist talking about Ferris Bueller without revisiting some of my favourite movie moments, so get ready for a trip down memory lane!

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