Exploring Sports Cinema: Humor, Class, and Identity

This chapter examines the film 'Caddyshack' and its contributions to the sports comedy genre, highlighting its humor and the character of Smales played by Ted Knight. The discussion expands to explore societal themes in sports films, such as class, labor, and racial dynamics, with references to 'Rocky' and 'Miracle.' The analysis emphasizes the importance of collective effort and identity in sports narratives, critiquing films like 'Moneyball' for straying from the emotional core typically found in the genre.