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The Big Chill

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Original title

The Big Chill

Year

1983

Running time

101 min.

Country

United States

Director

Lawrence Kasdan

Screenwriter

Barbara Benedek, Lawrence Kasdan

Cast

Music

Various

Cinematography

John Bailey

Producer

Columbia Pictures, Carson Productions, Delphi Films

Genre

Drama | Friendship

Synopsis

Seven members of a close-knit college group of friends are reunited fifteen years later after the eighth commits suicide. The funeral and reception lead to an extended weekend for all as they decide to spend time together pondering the recent events. Amidst a barrage of Motown classics, the members each offer little tidbits about their current lives while reminiscing about the past. In college, the absent and recently deceased Alex was the biggest and brightest star of the bunch but never seemed to get anywhere after being set loose in the real world. The slow acknowledgement that their champion never materialized leads the group in ever widening circles of thought. Discussions of their past lives and current bring about the realization that each has changed so much while remaining remarkably similar. Despite the tragic circumstances, the group disperses with renewed friendships and a newfound appreciation for life.

Awards: 1983: 3 Nominations for Oscar: Movie, Supporting Actress (Glenn Close), Original Screenplay

1983: Golden Globes: Nominated for Best Movie - Comedy or Musical & Best Screenplay

1983: Toronto Film Festival: People's Choice Award (Best Film)

1983: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Nominated for Best Director

1983: Writers Guild of America (WGA): Best Original Comedy Screenplay

1983: Los Angeles Film Critics Association: Nominated for Best Screenplay

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The Big Chill

1983

Lawrence Kasdan

6.8

(3,104)