Movie Description
Jacknife
(1989)Overview
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
Featured Crew
- Director : David Hugh Jones
- Producer : Robert Schaffel,Carol Baum
- Editor : John Bloom
- Cast : Robert De Niro,Kathy Baker,Ed Harris,Ivar Brogger,Jordan Lund,Charles S. Dutton,Bruce Ramsay,Jessalyn Gilsig,Josh Pais,Gabrielle Carteris,Kirk Taylor,George Gerdes,Lois Dellar,Loudon Wainwright III,Tom Isbell,Sloane Shelton,Walter Massey,Elizabeth Franz,Madison Arnold,Tom Rack
Cast
Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Martha Flannigan
David 'High School' Flannigan
Depot Mechanic
Tiny
Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Corridor Student
His Girlfriend
Rick
College Girl in Bar
Helicopter Gunner
Tony
Cocktail Waitress
Ferretti
Bobby Buckman
Shirley
Ed Buckman
Pru Buckman
Sam, Bartender
William Green
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Facts
Original TitleJacknife
Status Released
Release Information
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1989-10-05
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 42m
Production CompaniesCineplex-Odeon Films,Kings Road Entertainment,Sandollar-Schaffel Productions
Genres
- Drama
- War
