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Fast Times at Ridgemont High
🎬 Movie

Fast Times at Ridgemont High

1982 · 90 min Comedy Romance
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

Based on the real-life adventures chronicled by Cameron Crowe, Fast Times follows a group of high school students growing up in Southern California. Stacy Hamilton and Mark Ratner are looking for love, and are helped along by their older classmates, Linda Barrett and Mike Damone. Jeff Spicoli, a perpetually stoned surfer faces-off with the resolute teacher, Mr. Hand. Hilarity and heartbreak ensue.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.

If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.

For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.

Director: Amy Heckerling

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.

🎭 Cast

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

Jeff Spicoli

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Jennifer Jason Leigh

Stacy Hamilton

Judge Reinhold

Judge Reinhold

Brad Hamilton

Phoebe Cates

Phoebe Cates

Linda Barrett

Brian Backer

Brian Backer

Mark "Rat" Ratner

Robert Romanus

Robert Romanus

Mike Damone

Ray Walston

Ray Walston

Mr. Hand

Scott Thomson

Scott Thomson

Arnold

Vincent Schiavelli

Vincent Schiavelli

Mr. Vargas

Amanda Wyss

Amanda Wyss

Lisa

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