Washington DC, May 4 -- Actor Molly Ringwald has revisited a memorable moment from the set of 'Pretty in Pink', revealing she had to take her high school finals while filming the cult classic, according to People.

Speaking to People at the opening night of Beaches on Broadway in New York City, the actor reflected on her experience working on the film at the age of 17.

"It was such a long time ago. It almost seems like a different life," Ringwald said. "I had to do my finals on set for my high school algebra test... So I think that's what I remember the most," according to People.

The film, which also starred Andrew McCarthy and Jon Cryer, was released 40 years ago and remains a defining teen drama of the 1980s.

Ringwald also shared a ...