While the film does not have an official subtitle in its theatrical release, the "Big Chill" itself serves as the central thematic "tagline." According to writer-director Lawrence Kasdan, the title refers to:
: The gathering takes place at the South Carolina vacation home of Harold (Kevin Kline) and Sarah (Glenn Close). subtitle The Big Chill
: The movie famously begins with the funeral of Alex, where his body (played by an uncredited Kevin Costner) is shown in the casket during the opening title sequence set to "I Heard It Through the Grapevine". Where to Watch While the film does not have an official
: Available on the Starz Amazon Channel or through Crave . The title of the 1983 film is a
The title of the 1983 film is a metaphor for the transition into adulthood and the loss of youthful idealism. The Meaning of the Subtitle/Title
: The movie's marketing often used the tagline: "In a cold world, you need your friends to keep you warm" . Plot and Context