Exploring the Brat Pack Legacy: Then and Now

A new documentary revisits the impact of the 1980s Brat Pack and examines potential modern-day equivalents.

Andrew McCarthy's Hulu documentary 'Brats' delves into the origins and effects of the Brat Pack label.
David Blum's 1985 article coined the term, casting a spotlight on young actors like Emilio Estevez and Rob Lowe.
The documentary features reflections from original Brat Pack members on how the label influenced their careers.
Discussions include whether today's fragmented media landscape allows for a similar cultural phenomenon.
Candidates for a modern Brat Pack span across theater, social media, and music industries.