Summer of 1984 was a far cry from the dystopian world of George Lucas 's novel . Dark sunglasses , bodacious hair and tight backspins ruled the season . In films like ` ` Ghostbusters '' and ` ` Revenge of the Nerds , '' geeks ruled while jerks drooled . Madonna , Tina Turner and movie soundtracks provided entertainment for the summer .
Summer of 1984 was a far cry from the dystopian landscape of George Orwell 's novel . Neon hues , bodacious hair and breakdance backspins ruled the season . In films like `` Ghostbusters '' and `` Revenge of the Nerds , '' geeks ruled while jerks drooled . Prince , Tina Turner and movie soundtracks provided hits for the summer .