The Back to the Future cast reunite in new convention photos. Back to the Future debuted in 1985 with Christopher Lloyd and Michael J. Fox leading a cast that included Lea Thompson, Tom Wilson, and Crispin Glover. Robert Zemeckis directed the film about a 17-year-old sent 30 years into the past in a DeLorean by an eccentric scientist, encountering the younger versions of his parents while trying to return to his time. The film kicked off a franchise, with two sequels released, each of which was a massive box-office success.
Thompson recently took to Instagram to share photos of the Back to the Future cast reuniting for FAN EXPO Portland.
While she includes photos with The Mandalorian's Ming-Na Wen and Star Trek's Jonathan Frakes and Brent Spiner, Thompson included several candid pictures of her and the Back to the Future cast. The post also contains videos of her grabbing hugs with Lloyd and Wilson, looking happy to be back together with each other for the fans.
Why Back to the Future Has Stood The Test Of Time
While some viewers may debate the quality of the sequels, Back to the Future is an almost universally beloved film. While it involves some odd elements, like Marty's young mother seemingly having a crush on him or his father being a peeping Tom, the movie is regarded as hard to resist, offering a sci-fi story with human elements and humor that make for a memorable viewing experience.
Bob Gale, who co-wrote Back to the Future with Zemeckis, stated that the film's inspiration came from seeing an old yearbook of his father's before wondering if they would've been friends in high school. The movie explores those ideas, with audiences responding to the wish fulfillment and fantastical elements that help the film become enjoyable escapism. And despite a rough road to screens, with numerous studios passing on the script and the lead being recast weeks into filming, Back to the Future uniquely captured the audience's attention.
Aside from the two sequels, which were filmed back to back, Back to the Future continues to spawn new content to this day, continuing the films staying power in the cultural zeitgeist. Back to the Future has been adapted into an animated series, video games, comic books, and even a stage musical. So while the original film grabbed viewers upon its release, Back to the Future persists through fans who continue to enjoy the various forms the IP continues to take. Back to the Future is also one of the few franchises to avoid a reboot or remake, letting the original stand for itself.
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