Review of Caddyshack (1980) by Calvan J — 25 May 2009
Caddyshack is one of those rare comedies that is hilarious without a defined purpose. It doesn't express harsh truths in a comedic manner; it doesn't portray reality in a humorous manner. It doesn't even have a heavily defined plot.
And yet the film works for one primary reason: it is very, very funny. Harold Ramis had already made a comedic name for himself with his script for Animal House, and he continued the trend in that film with this story of madcap lunatics who occupy a golf course.
The cast is a blast to watch, with Rodney Dangerfields exuberant and sleazy rich guy routine garnering a lot of laughs, and Chevy Chase delivering the classic smart-aleck delivery we have come to know and love from him.
And Bill Murray as Carl is exceptionally fun to watch; this could have easily been a character TOO goofy to find funny, but Carl's conviction to end the life of the mischevious puppet gopher that is decimating the golf grounds is one of the highlights of the film.
A true comedy classic and a great film to watch if you are wanting to see how one crafts an entire cast of fascinating characters in one comedy film.
This review of Caddyshack (1980) was written by Calvan J on 25 May 2009.
Caddyshack has generally received positive reviews.
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