National Lampoon's Spring Break

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  • 2007
  • 53 min

National Lampoon's Spring Break is a hilarious coming-of-age comedy directed by Danny Steinmann and released in 1983. The movie tells the story of four friends - Adam, Nelson, Freddy, and Stu - who set out on a wild adventure to Fort Lauderdale, Florida to celebrate their spring break. The plot of the film revolves around the four college friends who are desperate to break free from their mundane lives and experience the ultimate spring break party. They pack their bags, set off on a long road trip, and arrive in Fort Lauderdale - the most popular spring break destination in America.

As soon as they reach their destination, they are greeted with a sea of partying college students, wild beach parties, bikini contests, and free-flowing alcohol. The group is determined to experience everything that spring break has to offer.

Adam, played by David Knell, is the group's self-proclaimed leader, who is obsessed with trying to get over his recent break-up with his girlfriend. Nelson, played by Perry Lang, is the most cynical and sarcastic of the bunch, who always tries to push the group into dangerous situations. Freddy, played by Paul Land, is the naive and innocent member of the group, who is always eager to please his friends. Lastly, Stu, played by Steve Bassett, is the brains of the group who provides the group with a sense of direction and planning.

The group quickly finds themselves in a series of misadventures and hilarious mishaps. They lose their motel room, get into a dangerous car chase, and even end up in jail. However, despite their setbacks, they manage to make the most out of their journey and they come to learn more about themselves and their relationships with each other.

Along the way, the group meets a variety of interesting characters. T.C., played by Corinne Bohrer, is a flirtatious and fun-loving girl who catches Nelson's eye. Meanwhile, Amanda, played by Mary Jo Catlett, is a sweet old lady who takes the boys under her wing and provides them with a safe haven from the craziness of spring break.

One of the standout scenes in the film features the group participating in a wild and raucous wet and wild competition. The competition is hosted by the smooth-talking and charismatic Eddie, played by Richard Moll, who encourages the contestants to engage in various outrageous stunts. Ultimately, the group decides to engage in a time-honored spring break tradition - a wet t-shirt contest. The scene is iconic, and features the group being cheered on by a rowdy crowd of college students.

Overall, National Lampoon's Spring Break is a classic 80s comedy that showcases the ultimate spring break experience. The film is known for its hilarious gags and wacky misadventures, and features a talented cast of young actors who are eager to explore the wild and unpredictable world of spring break.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2007
  • Runtime
    53 min