''National Lampoon Presents Dorm Daze'' is a 2003 American romantic

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directed by David and Scott Hillenbrand and written by Patrick Casey and

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. The film showcases many new and largely then-unknown actors and actresses. In addition to

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, the film also features

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, Chris Owen,

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, and Cameron Richardson.

Plot

As Christmas break approaches, the dormitories at Billingsley University are restless with sex-crazed students. Although eager to relinquish his burdensome virginity, Booker has thus far failed in this endeavor. His charitable older brother, Styles, does the sensible thing and hires a prostitute to usher Booker into the realm of manhood. However, some misunderstandings complicate this procedure, prompting sophomoric shenanigans.

Cast

Production

The film was shot on location in

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. The three major locations in California used for filming were:

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(including Balboa Park), and

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Release

Box office

''Dorm Daze'' opened in a

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on September 26, 2003, and earned $27,712 in its opening weekend, ranking number 66 in the domestic box office. At the end of its run, closing on October 17, the film had grossed $56,127. Overseas, in Russia, the film fared slightly better, earning $380,238. Worldwide, the film grossed $436,365.

Critical reception

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the film holds a 0% rating based on reviews from 7 critics. ''Dorm Daze'' has developed a following of adolescent teenagers in the years since its release. In response, an unrated version was eventually released.

Home media

The film was released on

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August 10, 2004 and debuted at number twelve on the

rental charts bringing in 2.13 million dollars its first week.

Sequel

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entitled '' National Lampoon's Dorm Daze 2: College @ Sea'' was released on

September 5, 2006. Several of the principal actors returned for the sequel including

and Chris Owen. A second sequel was produced, but was reworked to be a standalone film before being released as ''

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'' on December 4, 2009.

References

External links

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