National Lampoon’s Vacation

A quintessential 1980s comedy, this film follows the misadventures of the Griswold family as they embark on a cross-country road trip to the fictional amusement park, Walley World. Led by the well-meaning but hapless patriarch Clark Griswold, played by Chevy Chase, the family encounters a series of increasingly absurd and hilarious obstacles. Directed by Harold Ramis, the movie features a memorable performance by Beverly D’Angelo as Clark’s wife, Ellen. While it didn’t win any major awards, it has become a beloved classic in the comedy genre. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.