Rewatching “Sixteen Candles” made me realize just how worrisome its portrayals ... He’s animalistic and sexually wayward, confirmed by his kinky sexcapades with Marlene. Dong isn’t just the ...

“Sixteen Candles” offers a perfect mix of teen and ... is a 20-minute reunion between Mr. Watanabe and Deborah Pollack (Marlene, the romantic interest of Long Duk Dong). As they talk to ...

She also appeared as Molly Ringwald’s mother in “Sixteen Candles,” as well as ’80s ... Award in 2023 for her profile of trans pioneer Marlene Parker. She has covered entertainment news ...

"Sixteen Candles" is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The movie follows Samantha Baker on her 16th birthday, starting with her parents forgetting her big day, as they are busy preparing for her ...

Gedde Watanabe took no offense to his Sixteen Candles role. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Japanese-American actor Gedde ...