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The Deer Hunter (1978)
Director: Michael Cimino
Cast: Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, John Cazale, John Savage
8.1
86%Runtime183 min
Rating18
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Three steelworkers enlist in the Vietnam War, one leaving behind a rushed marriage, the others a shared love. What they encounter overseas changes their lives forever.
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The Deer Hunter is a critically acclaimed 1978 drama film directed by Michael Cimino. It has received widespread praise, with an 8.1/10 rating on IMDb and an 86% score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating strong audience reception. The film has also been recognized with several major awards, including 5 Oscars including Best Picture.
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Examines the profound impact of war on the lives and psyches of three friends, showcasing intense and nuanced performances.
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The Deer Hunter is a 1978 American epic war drama film co-written and directed by Michael Cimino about a trio of Slavic-American steelworkers whose lives are upended by fighting in the Vietnam War. The soldiers are played by Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken and John Savage, with John Cazale, Meryl Streep and George Dzundza in supporting roles. The story takes place in Clairton, Pennsylvania and in Vietnam.
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