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‘Slap Shot’ With Bill Simmons, Sean Fennessey, and Chris Ryan

The Rewatchables

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Exploring 70s Comedy Movies and Feminist Perspectives

The chapter delves into the comedy movie 'Slap Shot' from 1977, examining its characters, reception, and feminist aspects. Personal anecdotes and analysis of female roles in the film are shared, reflecting on the era and the sport of hockey. The discussion contrasts the filmmaking style of the 70s and 80s with contemporary cinema, emphasizing the shift towards indie films and the decline of mainstream comedy in recent years.

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