La biografia di Ron Kovic. Paralizzato nella guerra del Vietnam, diventa un militante politico contro la guerra e per i diritti umani dopo essersi sentito tradito dal paese per il quale ha c... Leggi tuttoLa biografia di Ron Kovic. Paralizzato nella guerra del Vietnam, diventa un militante politico contro la guerra e per i diritti umani dopo essersi sentito tradito dal paese per il quale ha combattuto.La biografia di Ron Kovic. Paralizzato nella guerra del Vietnam, diventa un militante politico contro la guerra e per i diritti umani dopo essersi sentito tradito dal paese per il quale ha combattuto.
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Now for the bad news. The picture is overly political, with Stone once again (and unnecessarily) casting Republicans as the bad guys and Democrats as the good guys (seemingly ignoring that the Dems initially sent the troops to 'Nam). The film also takes a while to build up steam, and the all-American life of the pre-Marine Kovic seems a little too perfect to be believable. Obviously a story such as this requires adequate screen time, but the 145 minutes is slightly drawn out, particularly toward the end. And although one of its central themes is the opposition to the war that greeted returning vets, the genesis and rationale of that opposition are not adequately explored.
As a whole, however, "Born of the Fourth of July" is recommended. Kovic's biography and Stone's masterful storytelling are a perfect match. It's not your typical war movie. In fact, it's not your typical movie, period.
Cruise is fabulous and I would think it would be one of his greatest performances.
A fascinating look inside middle American families and their religious fanaticism. Still so real now and, possibly, growing in an increasingly polarised country.
35 years old and still so very relevant. A disturbing but powerful watch!
Stone gives us a gruesome inside look into the horrors of war, including the return to civilian life after. The return for many was difficult, leading many to commit or attempt suicide. The country they came back to was changed was ungrateful (at the time) of their service, slamming them as "baby killers" and such. They came back to their fellow citizens who were against the war. Some veterans were, as well. Kovic was one.
After his return, Kovic championed for human rights and fought against the Vietnam war. Eventually, he wrote the book in which this film was based. Every day, especially July 4th, thank a veteran for their service, it wasn't always their choice to go fight. Nor, were all conscientious objectors who got out of going.
Thank you to all veterans!!
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- QuizThe real Ron Kovic gave Tom Cruise his Bronze Star for his performance in this movie.
- BlooperWhen the recruiter visits Ronnie's school, he incorrectly refers to Marine boot camp as "13 weeks of hell," when Marine boot camp was only 8 weeks during the timeframe of the movie.
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Mrs. Kovic: [sobbing] Don't say penis in this house!
Ron Kovic: Penis!
Mrs. Kovic: Stop!
Ron Kovic: Penis! Big fucking erect penis, Mom!
Mrs. Kovic: Stop!
Ron Kovic: Penis! Penis!
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Written by George M. Cohan
Performed by the Pride of the 48
Courtesy of Alshire International, Inc.
Published by George M. Cohan Music Publishing Co.
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- Data di uscita
- Paese di origine
- Lingue
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- Nacido el cuatro de julio
- Luoghi delle riprese
- Filippine(Vietnam, Mexico)
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- Budget
- 14.000.000 USD (previsto)
- Lordo Stati Uniti e Canada
- 70.001.698 USD
- Fine settimana di apertura Stati Uniti e Canada
- 172.021 USD
- 25 dic 1989
- Lordo in tutto il mondo
- 161.001.698 USD