Ladies of the 80s Tournament - Round 2: Phoebe Cates (1) vs Betsy Russell (4)

Previous results: Libby Shue had little trouble with the future Midge, taking out Tanya Roberts 28-13. Click here to view the updated full bracket.

Well, it's the final matchup of the second round, and I think I saved the best for last...

Phoebe Cates


80s Highlights: Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Gremlins, Bright Lights, Big City

Betsy Russell


80s Highlights: Private School, Cheerleader Camp

poll by twiigs.com

And then...

Ladies of the 80s Tournament - Round 1: Betsy Russell (4) vs Julia Montgomery (5)

[Note: this site is no longer publishing new content - please come check out my awesome new site, Man, I Love Films! http://manilovefilms.com. Thanks!]

Previous results: John Travolta battles Eddie Murphy in today's Dudes matchup. Yesterday, his wife took care of business against Kerri Green, 19-12. Click here to view the updated full bracket.

Betsy Russell


Comments: The Moviezzz Blog to the rescue once again:

"In 1983, after FAST TIMES AT RIDGEMONT HIGH and PARADISE, guys went to see the new Phoebe Cates film, PRIVATE SCHOOL.

Unfortunately for them, Phoebe had grown up a bit, and mostly kept her clothes on in this one, even using a double at one point.

But that didn’t matter. Most were distracted by her co-star, a red head by the name of Betsy Russell."
80s Highlights: Private School, Cheerleader Camp

Julia Montgomery


Comments: Montgomery is really only known for one role (from the 80s, at least), but it was a memorable one in one of the decade's biggest comedies. If only I'd scheduled her matchup for the same day as her screen boyfriend's (Ted McGinley) matchup. And yeah, in hindsight, she's over-seeded, even as a 5. C'est la vie.
80s Highlights: Revenge of the Nerds

poll by twiigs.com

And then...