The definitive kids on bikes movies taught us the power of friendship, youth, and, ten-speeds.
And yes, they explore those topics with the help of bikes.
However, I think its actually the movies director: Brian Trenchard-Smith.
That contrast is fascinating to look back at.
YetThe Gooniesis not only a culturally significant film but also a milestone moment in the evolution of this subgenre.
),Stand by Melacks many of the more fantastical elements seen in previous kids on bikes adventures.
Jesus, does anyone?
One of the most notable aspects ofThe Monster Squadis also one of its most divisive qualities: its obscenity.
When you ask Shane Black to write a movie for kids, you get what you get.
That is until Thomas dies after being stung to death by bees.
Few films have ever romanticized the joys of that particular kind of childhood quite like this one does.
Thats what makesNow and Thenso special.
Super 8is one of the earliest and most noteworthy examples of such tributes.
J.J. Abrams 2011 movie was an unashamed love letter to the genre Abrams idol Steven Spielberg essentially pioneered.
Butthe infectious joy of this conceptis evident throughout the movie.
Its bicycles practically function as supporting characters.
Unfortunately, relatively few films followed inAttack the Blocks footsteps by exploring modern versions of those classic genre concepts.
Its a shame, really.
We need them as much as those kids need bicycles.
That doesnt mean they, nor the audience, cant have some bicycle-accompanied fun and glory along the way.
