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Key Information
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| Directors: |
Oliver Stone |
| Stars: |
Kyra Sedgwick |
| Actors: |
Anne Bobby |
| Genre: |
Dramas |
| Subgenre: |
True Story · Politics · Vietnam · Personal Triumph · Physically Impaired · Essential Cinema |
| MPAA Rating: |
R (MPAA) |
| Available Formats: |
DVD: Includes Spanish Subtitles |
| UPC: |
025192091421 |
| Release Date: |
1989 |
| Running Time: |
2hr 25min |
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Languages
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| Original Language: |
English |
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DVD Editions
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Format: DVD: Snap case, 2hr 24min12 sec
Release Company: Universal Studios Home Video (April 28, 1998)
UPC: 025192020827 |
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VHS Editions
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Format: VHS: Spanish Subtitled, 2hr 25min
Release Company: Universal Studios Home Video (August 09, 1990) |
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Credits
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| Screenwriter: |
Oliver Stone |
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Professional Reviews
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(10/01/1999, p.102, Nev Pierce): "...You'd be hard pressed to remain untouched by the trials of paralysed Vietnam veteran Ron Kovic....Gripping during the pre-war and combat sequences..." |
| More Information |
| Details: |
Set in the years between 1956 and 1976; Produced and released in 1989. <br> <br> One of the best films made about the devastating impact of the Vietnam War on the body politic, BORN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY is superbly executed by director Oliver Stone, who evokes what may be Tom Cruise's best performance as Vietnam vet Ron Kovic. Before the war starts, Kovic is a normal American kid, going to school, hanging out with his friends, and bagging groceries for pocket money. But as the Vietnam conflict begins to impact the lives of everyone around him, the patriotic teenager decides to enlist. Although his father (Raymond J. Berry) is not happy with his decision, his mother (Caroline Kava) could hardly be more enthusiastic. Once in combat, Kovic becomes disillusioned with his commanding officer (John Getz) who dismisses the fact that Kovic accidentally shot one of their own men in combat. Shortly thereafter, Kovic is paralyzed from the chest down by a bullet in the spine. He must begin a lengthy and excruciatin... |
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