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Fifth of July

Fifth of July (1982)

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Lanford Wilson's dramatic play is adapted for the small screen in this made-for-television movie. Richard Thomas stars as Ken Talley, a Vietnam vet who lost both of his legs in the war. When his friends and family gather at his Missouri farm (which he shares with his lover Jed) after a death, the group examines how their lives and relationships have transformed throughout the years. ~ Bernadette McCallion, Rovi

Unrated, 2 hr. 10 min.

Drama, Television, Comedy

Mar 29, 2005

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Now grown up, these would-be reformers use humor, denial, and ultimately honesty to reconcile the world they got with the world they tried to make.

April 6, 2006 Full Review Source: DVDJournal.com | Comment
Mark Bourne
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This Broadway Theatre Archive DVD is one of the best and most accessible in the series. As usual, the original 1.33:1 transfer is better than one might expect for a 20-year-old TV print...

April 6, 2006 Full Review Source: DVDJournal.com | Comment
Mark Bourne
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This is clearly a very, very good play. However, not so good a movie adaptation. The editing is awkward, making it seem stilted and choppy, rather than the flowing nature of a theatrical production. The acting is all very good, however. If I ever got an opportunity to see the play, I would certainly take it. But I

July 22, 2010
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