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Jacknife is a 1989 American film directed by David Jones and starring Robert De Niro, Ed Harris and Kathy Baker. The film focuses on a small, serious story, with emphasis on characterization and the complex tension between people in a close relationship. Stephen Metcalfe, upon whose play Strange Snow (1982) the film was based, wrote the screenplay. Harris was nominated for a Golden Globe for his performance.




Plot


Joseph Megessey (known to most as Megs) is a Vietnam War veteran suffering post-Vietnam stress syndrome who is having trouble fitting in with society. He takes on the responsibility of drawing Dave, a fellow veteran who has become an alcoholic, out of his shell by coaxing him to enjoy life again, as well as urging him to face up to some of his darker memories.
Megs finds himself attracted to Dave's meek sister Martha, who lives with Dave and looks after him. This attraction leads to a love affair, much to Dave's disapproval. Dave eventually vents his anger and frustration at a high school prom where Martha is a chaperone being accompanied by Megs. This leads to Dave finally facing his demons and acknowledging Megs and Martha for being there for him. Afterwards, despite initially ending what was a promising romance, Megs returns to Martha.




Cast


Robert De Niro as Joseph "Megs" Megessey
Ed Harris as Dave
Kathy Baker as Martha
Sloane Shelton as Shirley
Ivar Brogger as Depot Mechanic
Michael Arkin as Dispatcher
Tom Isbell as Bobby 'Red Sox' Buckman
Kirk Taylor as Helicopter Gunner
Jordan Lund as Tiny
Tom Rack as William Green
Charles S. Dutton as Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader (as Charles Dutton)
Bruce Ramsay as Corridor Student
Jessalyn Gilsig as His Girlfriend
George Gerdes as Tony
Josh Pais as Rick
Loudon Wainwright III as Ferretti
Walter Massey as Ed Buckman
Elizabeth Franz as Pru Buckman




Production


The movie was filmed in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Meriden, Connecticut, Wallingford, Connecticut, Newington, Connecticut, and New Britain, Connecticut and Newtown, CT.




References






External links


Jacknife at IMDb
Jacknife at Rotten Tomatoes
Jacknife at AllMovie
Jacknife at Box Office Mojo

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