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The Big Chill
1983 105 min United States of America R 0+
★7.2
Comedy, Drama
Director: Lawrence Kasdan
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Description
Seven old college friends gather for a weekend reunion after the funeral of one of their own.
Budget:
$8M
US Gross:
$56.4M
Worldwide:
$56.34M
Starring
Tom Berenger
Actor
Glenn Close
Actor
Jeff Goldblum
Actor
Awards
BAFTA 1985
— Best Original Screenplay
Academy Awards 1984
— Best Screenplay
Academy Awards 1984
— Best Supporting Actress
Golden Globe 1984
— Best Screenplay
Academy Awards 1984
— Best Picture
Golden Globe 1984
— Best Picture (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
The Big Chill is widely recognized as a definitive ensemble piece that captures the nostalgia and mid-life disillusionment of the 1960s generation. While the film is praised for its iconic soundtrack and stellar group chemistry, critics remain divided on whether the narrative substance justifies its self-indulgent tone.
| Score | The 1960s soundtrack serves as a standout, evocative centerpiece that effectively grounds the characters' shared history. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast, featuring stars like Kevin Kline and Jeff Goldblum, delivers stellar performances that convincingly portray long-term friendship. | |
| Screenplay | The film’s tone is mixed: some viewers find the character interactions deeply touching and memorable, while others perceive the dialogue as hollow and lacking in genuine dramatic weight. |