This was the film that really put Bridges' name on the map: he received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nod for his role, but he lost out to co-star Ben Johnson.

Peter Bogdanovich's movie feels like it could have actually been made in the 50s, and it moves at a measured pace, following the tribulations of high-schoolers Sonny (Timothy Bottoms) and Duane (Bridges). The cast would reunite many years later for sequel Texasville.

Laidback Dude? There are highs and lows over the course of the movie, but the trademark Bridges charm keeps the character likeable.