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Jacknife (1989)
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.
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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.
Rating:R
Genre:Drama, War
Written By:Stephen Metcalfe
In Theaters:3/10/1989
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Runtime:102 minutes
Studio:Cineplex-Odeon Films, Kings Road Entertainment, Sandollar-Schaffel Productions
Cast
David Hugh Jones
Director
Robert De Niro
Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey
Kathy Baker
Martha Flannigan
Ed Harris
David 'High School' Flannigan
Ivar Brogger
Depot Mechanic
Jordan Lund
Tiny
Charles S. Dutton
Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader
Bruce Ramsay
Corridor Student
Jessalyn Gilsig
His Girlfriend
Josh Pais
Rick
Gabrielle Carteris
College Girl in Bar
Kirk Taylor
Helicopter Gunner
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