FILM: John Hughes, a filmmaker best remembered for his iconic coming-of-age films of the 1980s, passed away last month, and to celebrate his life the Fox Theatre presents a mini marathon of some of Hughes' best work. The John Hughes Tribute will see five films written and directed by the late artist screened over three nights, starting with Ferris Bueller's Day Off and Weird Science tonight. The Breakfast Club and Pretty In Pink screen Wednesday, while Planes, Trains & Automobiles will round out the showcase on Thursday. Fox Theatre (2236 Queen Street East); 7 p.m. (Ferris Bueller's Day Off), 9:15 p.m. (Weird Science); $8 for members, $11 for non-members.
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