I've always heard about the similarities between this film and The Big Chill. It is mostly the concept and situation. On the whole they are quite different. Both films are mostly fuelled by the characters and their relationships. Those aren't really much alike.

Interesting to see John Sayles debut. Not as good as his later work, which is excellent, but entertaining nonetheless.

A few of the acting performances made this hard to watch at times. I guess 'The Big Chill' didn't want to make the same mistake.