Jacknife
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A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister, with whom he lives, when she becomes romantically involved with the Army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.... (Full plot summary below)

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Actors in Jacknife:

Robert De Niro
Kathy Baker
Ed Harris
Ivar Brogger
Jordan Lund
Charles S. Dutton

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A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister, with whom he lives, when she becomes romantically involved with the Army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.

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DVDTalk.com - 8/10 by David CorneliusJacknife works best when illustrating a quiet grace.
EmanuelLevy.Com - 8/10 by Emanuel LevyThis Vietnam vet melodrama is extremely well acted by De Niro, Ed Harris, and Kathy Baker.
User Review - 10/10 by Jeffrey MA very superb film about a Vietnam vet that comes into the life of his friend who is going through the effects of the Vietnam War and forms a relationship with his sister. Robert De Niro, Ed Harris and Kathy Baker make up this great cast. "Jacknife" really made me see life in a bigger light, a film for everyone to see.
User Review - 10/10 by Dan JA very superb film about a Vietnam vet that comes into the life of his friend who is going through the effects of the Vietnam War and forms a relationship with his sister. Robert De Niro, Ed Harris and Kathy Baker make up this great cast. "Jacknife" really made me see life in a bigger light, a film for everyone to see.
User Review - 10/10 by J MWonderful little post-war movie featuring a quietly devastating performance from Harris - and Robert DeNiro in his most, compassionate role to date. Does not politicize the war, instead exploring the silent suffering of ordinary people - and the healing power of friendship.
User Review - 10/10 by RajanSatish Pwow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch...its got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie...i think that kathy baker, josh pais, jordan lund, ivan brogger, ivar brogger, jessalyn gilsig, ed harris, charles s dutton, charles dutton, robert de niro play good roles/parts throughout this movie....this is a superb vietnam movie....i think that the director of this action/adventure/drama movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie its a great 1980's movie 2 watch with a great cast throughout this movie n its a powerful drama movie 2 watch
User Review - 8/10 by Adam RDirected by David Jones (84 Charing Cross Road (1987)), and written by playwright Stephen Metcalfe, adapted from his 1982 play Strange Snow. This is a touching and moving drama about what should have been a simple relationship, let down by troubled souls and guilt and memories of the past. It has some very good performances in it, and it's very focused and contained on it's characters. Joseph Megessey (Robert De Niro), is a Vietnam veteran who is mentally unstable, suffering from post-traumatic stress. After hearing from his old war buddy Dave (Ed Harris), Joseph takes it upon himself to pay him a visit and take Dave on a fishing trip. However, he hasn't told Dave he was coming, and he meets Dave's sister Martha (Kathy Baker), who is surprised by Joseph's manner. But Joseph is shocked to see that Dave has become an alcoholic, and he's stuggling to adapt to life. However, Joseph and Martha become romantically involved, Joseph finds solace in Martha, but Dave cannot come to accept that his sister is seeing his best friend. This is the film that The Deer Hunter (1978) should have been, small, intimate and personal. It's a shame that it didn't do as well as it should have when it came out, (there were loads of Vietnam War films being made in the mid-to-late 1980's), but this has some touching performances and it's done with sensitivity and care.
User Review - 8/10 by Pavan REnjoyed this move very much. A sensitive portrayal of 2 Vietnam vets and people around them. Was an interesting angle on the aftermath of Nam...bit melodramatic but still a good watch
User Review - 8/10 by Michal JTwo great actors and two great performances in a very solid Vietnam War movie nobody remembers, perhaps because Robert De Niro already did his share in The Deer Hunter. It is Ed Harris who steals the show, though.
User Review - 8/10 by Caesar BThis is a fantastic film starring De Niro as a troubled Vietnam veteran named Joseph Megessy ("Megs") who comes to the aid of his old war buddy, Dave (Ed Harris), an alcoholic truck driver suffering from PTSD after the death of their mutual friend, Bobby. Dave lives in his parents house with his younger sister Martha, a lonely high school teacher who is concerned with her brother's reckless behaviour. When Megs tries to reconnect with Dave, he winds up becoming attracted to Martha, who has mutual feelings. Dave warns Martha of Megs' violent past, but she see's past this and pursues a romance with Megs, who takes her to the high school prom she never attended as a teenager. In the middle of the prom, Dave shows up drunk and vandalise's the school's trophy case before having a heated confrontation with Megs. Dave later returns home and apologise's to Martha for mis-treating her. Megs brings up Bobby and Dave tearfully comes to terms with his past. Megs decides to leave, even after Martha asks him to stay. Megs soon realise's he has strong feelings for Martha and drive's back to be with her. Martha is happy to see him and the two go inside her house. It's a nice little drama with some funny, true-to-life moments. Kathy Baker, fresh off of Clean and Sober, holds her own among two heavyweights like De Niro and Harris. It's got an engaging 80's TV Movie feel to it, with the type of extras who wear cowboy boots and wear plaid-shirts. It's 80's America where construction workers, doctors, fry cooks and housewives on welfare all co-existed in the Reagan-era with a certain pride. Technically, Bush was in office when this film came out, but let's not get technical. This is an American story about American people with American problems. Megs has been in more bar brawls than he can remember and has spent some time in jail. He finds work as a mechanic and begins spending time with Dave, who by this time is a chronic alcoholic. Meanwhile, Martha has not been with a man in many years and feels her life is passing her by. During his attempts to be closer with Dave, Megs strikes up an easy-going friendship with Martha, which later leads to a sexual romance, much to Dave's dismay. Dave visits Bobby's parents, who welcome him into their home but are concerned for his well-being. Dave goes to a bar and begins drinking heavily. He threatens to assault a group of teengaers playing pool, but the bartender intervenes. The situation reaches it's climax when Dave drunkenly spoils the prom and drives off. With the evening in shambles, Martha attempts to salvage the night with some of the Brandy Megs had brought, but Megs is worried about Dave. After Martha and Dave have it out and eventually embrace, Megs exits the house and is determined to exit Martha's life, feeling as though he does not deserve the love of a good woman. 8.5/10, a solid, under-rated gem!

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