Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at JoAnne Artman Gallery

Since it’s premier in 1986, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off remains a cult classic. The coming-of-age film follows Ferris Bueller, his girlfriend Sloane, and his best friend Cameron as they skip school in Chicago’s suburbs to explore the sites of the Windy City. Warning the viewers “Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it,” the movie is commonly reduced to its infamous shenanigans. And while the appeal of Ferris’ carefree attitude and the situational absurdity is not to be overlooked, Ferris Bueller’s significant stop at the Art Institute of Chicago highlights art’s ability to leave a lasting impression on the viewer, especially it is least expected.