Caddyshack (1980 First Feature)

Caddyshack (1980 First Feature)

Author: Awesome Movie Year March 30, 2022 Duration: 53:55

The second episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1980 features our pick for a notable filmmaking debut, Harold Ramis’ Caddyshack. Directed and co-written by Harold Ramis and starring Michael O’Keefe, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Chevy Chase and Bill Murray, Caddyshack helped launch Ramis’ career as one of Hollywood’s most successful comedy writers and directors.

The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/caddyshack-1980), Vincent Canby in the New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1980/07/25/archives/caddyshack-animal-house-spinoff.html), and Arthur Knight in The Hollywood Reporter (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/caddyshack-review-1980-movie-1024170/).

Please like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in for the next 1980 installment featuring the year’s biggest flop, Michael Cimino’s Heaven’s Gate.


Ever wonder what makes a particular year in cinema truly stand out? Awesome Movie Year digs into that very question, one remarkable film at a time. Co-hosted by film critic Josh Bell alongside filmmaker and comedian Jason Harris, this podcast picks a single, noteworthy year each season and meticulously explores what made it so special. Rather than broad overviews, every episode zooms in on a different movie from that chosen year, offering a deep dive into its impact, its cultural moment, and its lasting legacy. The conversations blend critical analysis with a genuine love for the medium, thanks to the hosts' complementary backgrounds. Produced by David Rosen of Piecing It Together for the All Points West Podcast Network, the show has a polished yet conversational feel. You’ll hear about blockbusters and hidden gems alike, all through the lens of why they mattered then and why they still resonate. It’s for anyone who loves to look beyond the screen and understand the context that creates a classic. Tune in to Awesome Movie Year for a thoughtful and engaging tour through some of cinema’s most fascinating periods.
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