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A group of childhood friends, now in their thirties, reunite at Camp Tamakwa. Only a few of the original campers show up, but they still have a good time reminiscing. The people share experiences and grow while at the camp. They are dismayed to discover that the camp's owner, Unca Lou, is going to close the camp down. Written by
Melissa Portell <mportell@s-cwis.unomaha.edu>
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A Comedy About Eight Friends Who Return To The Best Summer Of Their Lives!
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Trivia
One of the founders of the real Camp Tamakwa is 'Unca' Lou Handler, whom the character in the movie is named after.
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Goofs
During the flashback to the long-ago Tamakwa-thon, as the runners pass through a crowd, the shadows of the cameraman and sound man are visible on the backs of the assembled onlookers.
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Quotes
Jennifer Morton:
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to Beth about Jack]
He's a moron. No wonder you're attracted to him!
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Crazy Credits
There are "Shrek Kings" listed.
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Soundtracks
Crimson and Clover
Written by
Tommy James and
Peter P. Lucia Jr. (as Pete Lucia)
Performed by
Tommy James &
The Shondells
Courtesy of Rhino Records, Inc.
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I thoroughly enjoyed this film overall, but four things really stand out: Sam Raimi's perfect comic timing and performance as the camp handy(?)man, Alan Arkin's wonderful characterisation of the camp owner, and best of all, the cinematography. The beautiful golden tones of the exterior scenes draws me into the film like a sunset at the lakeshore draws me into my own summer memories.
The dialog and mood feel very natural and believable. Some reviewers criticise the lack of a more "profound" script. To me, it is exactly that lack that makes this film work. The characters and their problems seem real and because of that, I care about what happens to them.
The bottom line is that all the parts come together to create a whole that feels right.