I'm a die-hard movie junkie and can say without reservation that this movie is among the most hilarious ever made. The very simple story is one where Bill Murray plays a self-consumed, hyper-cynical, and arrogant weatherman with a mean streak who finds himself paying out some sort of karmic debt by having to live through the same day (Groundhog Day) again, and again, and again, and.... The phenomenon strikes him with terror (few play "overwhelmed" better than Murray) at first, which is very funny material, but it's when he becomes accustomed to his seeming immortality and liberty from consequence that things really get unbearably funny. This movie is fantastic in that it can be watched casually, as it's chock full of slapstick style entertainment (no offense to Bill Murray, but just looking at his face makes me laugh, great expressions...); but what really endeared this movie to me was the lesson I think is wrapped up in all the humor. I think the movie is about "appreciation". Appreciation for the value of every days potential (I know that sounds cheesy), appreciation for those around you that so easily fall into the background from all the noise of our environment, but most of all, appreciation for the difference between doing the right thing and the wrong thing. This movie smartly creates a "clean A/B lab". In the first lab, you have a bunch of failed attempts to create the perfect day. And finally, all those attempts are contrasted against the control group...a perfectly lived day, one where all the latent opportunities we don't even see are exploited... And what a difference a day can make. I hope you enjoy as much as I did...Read full review
It one of my favorite movies & it was my anniversary from last marriage it lets you know you can do things & not be perfect in life in life & not be right all the time & still get it right in the end
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Bill Murray finds himself living the same day over and over again with no explanation why. Little by little his selfish impulses are overcome by compassion for the people he shares his day with, only to discover that no matter what you do some things are beyond your reach. Will Bill's rehabilitation be enough to win the heart of Andie McDowell and break free from times restraints? Or will Puxatawny Phil (Groundhog) win the day? It's funny, sweet, endearing and clever. Then they do it again and again - in new combinations. If you like Bill Murray or Andie you're in for a treat. And if yo're just looking for a cute date movie then you've found that too. Dont forget the popcorn!
This movie is one of my favorites. Watching Groundhog Day on a sad or gloomy day will lift your spirits and make you laugh out loud. In addition, the 15th Anniversary Edition included interviews, a documentary and deleted scenes. All of the included extras were interesting and fun to watch. I have and will continue to watch this movie again and again.
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This movie is not for everybody, but it is still a great movie with Bill Murray. I liked this movie because it is about life, and lessons learned from treating people. Sometimes we forget people have feelings, and wish we could go back and change how we acted. This movie is about one of those days just you can't seem to shake until you learn your lesson. Bill Murray is stuck in some type of time warp until he changes he way toward other people and finally in the end he is a better person. This movie is somewhat crazy, but it is comical, with drama mixed into it. It is a great feel good movie.
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