Secret Admirer

Name: Secret Admirer
Director: David Greenwalt
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1985-01-01
Duration: 98 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: C. Thomas Howell, Lori Loughlin, Kelly Preston, Dee Wallace, Cliff DeYoung

1985Dir. David Greenwalt1h 38m

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Runtime1h 38m

Released1985

Box office$8.6M

DirectorDavid Greenwalt

About This Movie

Secret Admirer has this playful vibe that makes it stand out in the 80s teen comedy realm. The film juggles a quirky mix of romance and chaos as Michael Ryan, played by a youthful C. Thomas Howell, finds himself in a whirlwind thanks to an anonymous love letter. The pacing is quite brisk, with the comedy stemming from misunderstandings and the mishaps of teenage life. There’s an interesting blend of practical effects and some classic 80s tropes that really capture the era. The performances, especially by Howell and a young Lori Loughlin, bring a sincerity that grounds the absurd situations. It's all about those awkward moments of young love, and it feels very much of its time, which gives it a certain charm.

Features a youthful C. Thomas Howell and Lori Loughlin.The film's pacing keeps the energy high with comedic misunderstandings.Captures the flavor of 80s teen culture effectively.