Can you believe Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is thirty years old this year? Yepper, that teenage oracle of wisdom and guidance has reached the milestone of no longer being twenty-something. To celebrate, because how can you not celebrate Ferris, this weekend in Chicago folks will gather at Ferris Fest. If you’re in the area, put on your Ray-Bans, hop into your Ferrari, and go check out the fun and report back to us.
Looking out from the perch here in The Middle-Aged Cheap Seats, I’ve come to appreciate movies that go the distant and have staying power across the years. Truly memorable cinema gives you dialogue that you reference often. But these aren’t just earworms, they’re hidden gems that offer the exact guidance you need, precisely when you need it. Allow me to offer a few of my favorite examples.
Hidden Insight: Fake it til you make it. Act like you know what you’re doing until you figure it out. I’ve bluffed my way into the boardroom more than once.
Hidden Insight: EVERYONE makes mistakes. Sometimes you just have to chalk it up to life experience and move on.
Hidden Insight: Know the difference between what’s urgent and what’s important, and do what’s important first.
Hidden Insight: shed what doesn’t work for you, and sometimes this means shedding people.
Hidden Insight: Sometimes you have to just power through the tough times. Put on your big girl panties, buckle up, and ride it out.
Hidden Insight: Be careful who you step on, piss off, or diss. You may need them to have your back in the future.
Hidden Insight: Know when to ask for help. Life is big and messy and sometimes you need a cruise ship, not a row boat. Know when to ask for the cruise ship.
And last, but certainly not least, our dear boy Ferris:
Hidden Insight: Every now and then you need to change things up a bit. When was the last time you played hooky from work? Or took a day off for absolutely no reason other than it’s a beautiful sunny day? Or ate breakfast for dinner? Give yourself permission to be weird every once in a while.
What are your favorite movie quotes? Is there a particular movie that you go back to time and again for a little pick me up? Please leave some of your fave gems in the comments.
Cheers,
Kimba
Joyce Hansen says
May 28, 2016 at 11:14 amLove the of Betty Davis quote best of all. Now, there was a role model for all the bumpy rides in life.
Great quotes and loved your collection of great movie memories.
Suzie Cheel says
May 20, 2016 at 8:38 pmLove this Kim- great collection of quotes and love your insights. my mind is balnk on a fave quote right now xx
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:04 pmThx for stopping by Suzie. And I got plenty to spare – here’s an extra quote for you: “There’s no crying in baseball!”
Sue Kearney (@MagnoliasWest) says
May 20, 2016 at 7:12 pmNice surprise, your take on “leave the gun; take the cannoli”. Made me think of many many lines from the Godfather and other movies. This one: “Just when I thought I was out…they pull me back in.” Good for the persistence and willingness to keep moving through business errands and negotiations even (especially) when they’re taking longer than you planned to resolve.
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:17 pmSue, I truly love a gal pal who can quote The Godfather! And I like your spin on the hidden meaning!
Beverley Golden says
May 20, 2016 at 3:08 pmAs a huge movie person, I love this post, Kimberly! Love the quotes and the insights you gleaned from them. My favourite all-time movie is probably “It’s a Wonderful Life”, and I can watch it over and over again because of the message of the movie. The last 45 minutes get me every time. There is a quote in that film, “Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?” This really speaks to our interconnectedness for me. I just heard that Thelma and Louise is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year as well. Amazing how time passes and how films imbed themselves in our consciousness. Especially great movies that offer a timeless message. Thanks for bringing back some memories with this post!
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:30 pmOh, I love Thelma and Louise! “I’ve had it up to my ass with sedate.”
Millen says
May 20, 2016 at 12:55 pmWhat a fun post, Kim! And I Looooved your insights too! You made my day! 🙂
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:38 pmThx for stopping by Millen. Glad I made you smile and I hope you’re having a fun weekend.
Marquita Herald says
May 20, 2016 at 12:11 pmGreat topic and Ferriss Bueller’s Day off is one of my all-time favorite movies. I have a few favorite movie quotes – the one from Jaws is certainly one that comes to mind, and then there is “Go ahead, make my day.”, “Yippie-ki-yay, motherf..er!” and last but not least, “Wax on, was off.” which is a great reminder that it takes practice and consistency to achieve most things that matter.
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:44 pmLove, love, love “Die Hard.” “Welcome to the party pal!”
Reba Linker says
May 20, 2016 at 10:21 amHi Kimba, this is such a fun post! One of my faves is from The Legend of Bagger Vance: “Golf is a game that can be played but not won.” xo
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:48 pmThat movie is on my to watch list – now moving to the top.
Astra says
May 20, 2016 at 10:02 amThese are awesome! 30 years old. Wow. Time to dust it off and watch it again! A quote I often repeat when asked to do something … “I shall strive to be worthy of my post!” – John Darling in Peter Pan.
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:53 pmHa – I love this Astra. Great double meaning for us bloggers, eh?
Laurie Oien says
May 20, 2016 at 9:15 amIt’s hard to believe Ferris if 30 years old. Still love that movie. Another fave “Don’t put Babe in the corner.” Of course, Dirty Dancing! Another classic fave!
Kim Dalferes says
May 21, 2016 at 10:59 pmDirty Dancing – oh, that’s a good one, if I’m channel surfing, I’ll always stop and watch.