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Dogfight
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Dogfight

1991 · 94 min Drama Romance
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

In the fall of 1963, Eddie Birdlace is an 18-year-old Marine Corps volunteer who is about to ship out with three of his buddies for a tour of duty in Vietnam. Planning a massive blowout for their last night in San Francisco, Eddie, his buddies, and a number of other Marines set up a contest they call a "dogfight”.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Nancy Savoca

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

River Phoenix

River Phoenix

Eddie Birdlace

Lili Taylor

Lili Taylor

Rose Fenny

Richard Panebianco

Richard Panebianco

Berzin

Anthony Clark

Anthony Clark

Oakie

Mitchell Whitfield

Mitchell Whitfield

Benjamin

Holly Near

Holly Near

Rose Sr.

E. G. Daily

E. G. Daily

Marcie

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Sue Morales

Ruth Two Bears

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Christina Mastin

Linda

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Christopher Shaw

Donavin

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