It's the end of the summer 1962 for a bunch of high school graduates. Curt Henderson (Richard Dreyfuss) is unsure about college. Steve Bolander (Ron Howard) expects to leave town tomorrow with Curt. He tells his girlfriend Curt's sister Laurie (Cindy Williams) that he wants to date other people while he's away. Terry "The Toad" Fields is their flunky friend. John Milner is their friend who's stuck in town. As they drive around on the strip, Curt is entranced by a girl (Suzanne Somers). John picks up little Carol Morrison (Mackenzie Phillips). Bob Falfa (Harrison Ford) is looking to race John. The Toad is driving Steve's car and meets the experienced Debbie Dunham (Candy Clark).
George Lucas presents a convincing slice of American life. It's the music, the cars and the style of his youth. As an artifact, it's a terrific piece of a moment in time. As a story, it's rather scattered. The characters have their own separate stories. It would be more compelling to have them together developing chemistry and advancing their relationships. It is interesting to see some actors in their youth.
George Lucas presents a convincing slice of American life. It's the music, the cars and the style of his youth. As an artifact, it's a terrific piece of a moment in time. As a story, it's rather scattered. The characters have their own separate stories. It would be more compelling to have them together developing chemistry and advancing their relationships. It is interesting to see some actors in their youth.