Review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) by Andrea D — 23 Aug 2008

A hard story about a hard reality for many.

This review of Born on the Fourth of July (1989) was written by Andrea D on 23 Aug 2008.

Born on the Fourth of July has generally received positive reviews.

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There's ultimately little doubt that Born on the Fourth of July benefits substantially from Cruise's engrossing and often electrifying turn…

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By Alejandro E (452) on 30 Jul 2016

Con tres años de diferencia de Peloton tiene el mismo tono dramatico y de reflexion sobre la Guerra de Vietnam…

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By Leonard D (636) on 23 Aug 2016

This was a really hard film to watch! I couldn't even imagine what it would have been like to be in this poor guys shoes…

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By Steve S (3,182) on 02 Nov 2014

A gut wrenching performance and film from Tom Cruise and Oliver Stone that is no pleasure to watch but important enough to witness…

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By Cain L (235) on 10 Mar 2016

Really hit or miss as far as quality of scenes go. Some parts are powerful while others come across as almost laughable…

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By Aiden T (75) on 04 Jul 2015

Oliver Stone's sympathy for the Vietnam veterans really shows. This film really opens your eyes to what our boys go through when they come home…

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By Cole W (455) on 29 May 2018

Amazing movie about a Vietnam veterans life and has an unforgettable performance by Tom Cruise which is definitely the best of his entire career…

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By Harry W (1,900) on 10 Jan 2018

One of Cruise's best and bravest performances, the fantastically directed Born on the Fourth of July is a tribute to veterans, America and…

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By Jack J (3) on 13 Oct 2018

I've come to dispise tom cruise but the story is ture well played and I had the honor of hearing ron kovic speak in 1973 where I had marched…

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