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Jacknife is a 1989 American film directed by David Jones and starring Robert De Niro, Ed Harris and Kathy Baker. The film focuses on a small, serious story, with emphasis on characterization and the complex tension between people in a close relationship.
- $10 million
- Bruce Broughton
- March 10, 1989
Mar 10, 1989 · Jacknife is a 1989 film about two Vietnam vets who struggle with their war trauma and their friendship. One falls in love with the sister of the other, causing a conflict. See cast, crew, reviews, trivia and more.
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- Drama
- David Hugh Jones
- 1989-03-10
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Jacknife is a movie about a Vietnam veteran who returns to his hometown and tries to help his alcoholic brother and his sister, who is in love with him. Robert De Niro, Ed Harris and Kathy Baker star in this film directed by David Jones and written by Stephen Metcalfe.
A Vietnam-veteran car mechanic (Robert De Niro) awkwardly romances his troubled war buddy's (Ed Harris) shy sister (Kathy Baker).
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- David Jones
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- Robert De Niro
Jacknife. 1989 · 1 hr 43 min. R. Drama. A Vietnam veteran must come to terms with his past when his sister begins dating a former military buddy who reminds him of the war. Subtitles: English. Starring: Robert De Niro Ed Harris Kathy Baker. Directed by: David Jones.
