Copyright 2018 NPR. To see more, visit ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: Stop me if you've heard this one before. (SOUNDBITE OF FILM, "GROUNDHOG DAY") BILL MURRAY: (As Phil) It's February 2, Groundhog Day. SHAPIRO: Today is not just the day that Punxsutawney Phil looks for his shadow. This year is also the 25th anniversary of the movie "Groundhog Day." (SOUNDBITE OF FILM, "GROUNDHOG DAY") MURRAY: (As Phil) A thousand people freezing their butts off, waiting to worship a rat. SHAPIRO: The Bill Murray comedy about a weatherman who lives the same day over and over has had staying power. Philosophy classes include "Groundhog Day" in their syllabus. There was even a Broadway adaptation - "Groundhog Day: The Musical." (SOUNDBITE OF MUSICAL, "GROUNDHOG DAY: THE MUSICAL") UNIDENTIFIED ACTORS: (As characters, singing) If I had my time again, I'd open all the doors I never looked behind before and... SHAPIRO: Mary Elizabeth Williams has written about why this movie struck a chord, and she has a new article
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