The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz (1974)

6.1/10 • 120 min • Drama Comedy

Overview

The younger son of a working-class Jewish family in Montreal, Duddy Kravitz yearns to make a name for himself in society. This film chronicles his short and dubious rise to power, as well as his changing relationships with family and friends. Along the way the film explores the themes of anti-semitism and the responsibilities which come with adulthood.

Cast

Richard Dreyfuss

Duddy

Henry Ramer

Dingleman

Joseph Wiseman

Uncle Benjy

Micheline Lanctôt

Yvette

Jack Warden

Max

Randy Quaid

Virgil

Barry Baldaro

Paddy

Denholm Elliott

Friar

Joe Silver

Farber

Zvee Scooler

Grandfather

Allan Kolman

Irwin

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