Los Angeles, California – Andrew McCarthy opens up about the absence of Molly Ringwald and Judd Nelson in his documentary “Brats,” shedding light on their decision to not participate in the project. Despite their absence from interviews, clips and archival footage still feature the two actors in the film, capturing the essence of the Brat Pack era in the 1980s.
McCarthy reflects on the ongoing relationship with the Brat Pack stars, acknowledging that some may be at different points in their lives, choosing not to delve into their past stardom. While some, like Ringwald and Nelson, opted out of interviews, other iconic Brat Pack members such as Emilio Estevez, Rob Lowe, and Demi Moore joined in the documentary to discuss their rise to fame and the impact of the Brat Pack title on their careers.
In a statement, Ringwald’s representative did not respond to requests for comments on her absence from the documentary. However, McCarthy expresses his surprise at the willingness of many to participate in the project, recognizing the challenges he faced in engaging former Brat Pack members.
The documentary offers a nostalgic look back at the era of iconic films like “The Breakfast Club” and “Pretty in Pink,” exploring how the Brat Pack label shaped the personal and professional lives of these actors. Moore, in a previous interview, expressed her only regret about the documentary being the lack of a group reunion for the interviews, highlighting the unique bond shared by the Brat Pack members.
“Brats” is now available for streaming on Hulu, giving viewers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes stories of the Brat Pack stars and their journey to fame during the 1980s.