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Redwood Curtain

  • TV Movie
  • 1995
  • PG
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
262
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Redwood Curtain (1995)
Drama

Geri Riordan is adopted, half-Vietnamese, eighteen, and a piano prodigy. She also feels as if she doesn't know who she really is, and when her adopted father dies, she begins to search for h... Read allGeri Riordan is adopted, half-Vietnamese, eighteen, and a piano prodigy. She also feels as if she doesn't know who she really is, and when her adopted father dies, she begins to search for her biological father. The trail leads into the redwood forest the Riordans have owned for ... Read allGeri Riordan is adopted, half-Vietnamese, eighteen, and a piano prodigy. She also feels as if she doesn't know who she really is, and when her adopted father dies, she begins to search for her biological father. The trail leads into the redwood forest the Riordans have owned for generations, to a 'Nam vet who lives there. But he doesn't want to talk to her, and Geri m... Read all

  • Director
    • John Korty
  • Writers
    • Lanford Wilson
    • Michael De Guzman
  • Stars
    • Jeff Daniels
    • Lea Salonga
    • Debra Monk
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    262
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • John Korty
    • Writers
      • Lanford Wilson
      • Michael De Guzman
    • Stars
      • Jeff Daniels
      • Lea Salonga
      • Debra Monk
    • 4User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 2 nominations total

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    Jeff Daniels
    Jeff Daniels
    • Lyman Fellers
    Lea Salonga
    Lea Salonga
    • Geri Riordan
    Debra Monk
    Debra Monk
    • Geneva, Laird's Sister
    Catherine Hicks
    Catherine Hicks
    • Julia Riordan
    John Lithgow
    John Lithgow
    • Laird Riordan
    Shirley Douglas
    Shirley Douglas
    • Schyler Noyes
    Vilma Silva
    • Zenaida
    Joy Carlin
    • Mrs. Cole
    Steven Anthony Jones
    • Nate Stone
    Jarion Monroe
    Jarion Monroe
    • Leon Shea
    Cab Covay
    • Mad John
    R. Blakeslee Colby
    • Reverend Grant
    Jonathan Korty
    • Dennis McCaw
    Mike Altieri
    Mike Altieri
    • Michael
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    • Director
      • John Korty
    • Writers
      • Lanford Wilson
      • Michael De Guzman
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    8phackett-08359

    A sympathetic, heartfelt yarn

    In a world of superficial selective honesty, this movie isn't afraid to yank the bandage off and let the wounds see the light of day. America has all but hidden the harsh truths of its war in Vietnam, forgetting about the thousands of "the walking wounded", and their struggles with fitting into "normal" life.

    The cast is stellar and professional. The cinematography crisp and to the point. While the America that it represents has changed dramatically, the message carries well.

    It feels like a smart stage play put on film. It may be a bit dry at times, but with adequate concentration, it contains deep emotions and resonates with those on that side of the story.

    Thanks to those with the courage to make this possible. It does much to diffuse the stigma of those carrying the burden of being forgotten.
    8jewelch

    Very good.

    A little slow at times but it turned out to be Vert good. Yes I recommend it. James Welch Henderson Arkansas 5/16/2021.
    10mac_mcneil

    Lea Salonga made this a ten! Want to see more of her.

    An excellent story about some of the Vietnam war vets. These were the homeless a few decades back. The serious music was inspiring. I believe Ms. Salonga played herself. I knew that she was a singer but her piano playing showed real musical training.
    10doc77-2

    Bravo, well done

    Over the years i must have seen at least several thousand movies, and i think this one would have to be in my top ten. The first half is a little slow, but thats only because you dont know the secret. The last fifteen minutes are powerful, well worth the wait. Pay attention when you watch this film, things are not as they seem. A vietnamese/american girl is adopted by an american couple, and although she has a very good life she becomes restless wondering about her roots. When her adopted father dies, she sets out to find her real father and finds him in the most unlikely of places. Bravo to the folks who made this film. Well done indeed.

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    • Trivia
      The original Broadway production of "Redwood Curtain" by Lanford Wilson opened at the Brooks Atkinson Theater in New York on March 30, 1993 and ran for 40 performances. Both Jeff Daniels and Debra Monk recreated their stage roles in this filmed production. Debra Monk won the 1993 Tony Award for Supporting or Features Actress in a Drama.
    • Connections
      Edited into Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951)

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    • Release date
      • April 23, 1995 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hallmark Hall of Fame: Redwood Curtain (#44.3)
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Cruz, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Chris/Rose Productions
      • Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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