From limestone quarries to the National Championship: How this 1979 film captures the evolution of Indiana University, Bloomington, and the classic American college town.
I grew up about an hour from IU, but didn't know anything about the Little 500 until I became a college student there. Bonkers is a fitting way to describe the campus that weekend. I haven't been to Bloomington since the late 90s, but it (or at least the 90s version of it) remains my favorite college town.
That’s awesome! Yes, and judging by the images coming out Bloomington from the victory celebration, Im guessing the 2020s version of Little 500 remains bonkers!
I was also a high school senior when it released, not knowing what the heck I wanted to do. I identified with each “cutter” a little bit. I’ve rewatched it several times over the years; one of my favorites. Great article!
I was a High School senior when this came out and loved this movie. Thanks for reminding me of it, and yes I'm pulling for the Hoosiers tonight!
Awesome! I bet there is a lot to relate then. Good luck to them tonight!
I saw this at the theater as a high school student and it has stuck with me so much ever since.
In fact, I met someone from Indiana recently and asked if she was aware of this movie, and thankfully she was.
It is a classic. Thank you for this!
Awesome! Seems to have really stuck with a lot of people from the region. And a universal story.
One of my all time favorite films. My dad attended IU in the 60’s. Thanks for this!
I grew up about an hour from IU, but didn't know anything about the Little 500 until I became a college student there. Bonkers is a fitting way to describe the campus that weekend. I haven't been to Bloomington since the late 90s, but it (or at least the 90s version of it) remains my favorite college town.
That’s awesome! Yes, and judging by the images coming out Bloomington from the victory celebration, Im guessing the 2020s version of Little 500 remains bonkers!
I was also a high school senior when it released, not knowing what the heck I wanted to do. I identified with each “cutter” a little bit. I’ve rewatched it several times over the years; one of my favorites. Great article!
Much appreciated! 🙏
Holds up so well. Coming to age story that's timeless.