Review of Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) by Grant S — 30 Mar 2013
Great, emotional movie. A powerful exploration of the causes and effects of divorce, and the controversial subject of child custody. Maybe not entirely balanced in its examination - very little is seen of Mrs Kramer (Meryl Streep) - and the ending is a bit trite and Hollywoodish.
Superb performances. Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep deserved their Oscars. Good support from Jane Alexander and Justin Henry (who, at 8 years old, became the youngest ever Oscar nominee).
However, didn't deserve the 1980 Best Picture or Best Director. Those should have gone to Apocalypse Now and Francis Ford Coppola, respectively.
This review of Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) was written by Grant S on 30 Mar 2013.
Kramer vs. Kramer has generally received very positive reviews.
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