1969

1969

"The year the country split apart and a generation came together."

Two rebellious youths, Ralph and Scott, find themselves struggling with adulthood as the Vietnam War rages. Feeling trapped in their small town, Scott battles with his conservative veteran father, Cliff, and Ralph deals with his desperately sexual mother, Ev. When tragic news arrives from overseas, the entire town, inspired by Ralph and Scott's antiwar efforts, reevaluates its attitude toward the war.

Release Date

August 18, 1988

Status

Released

Original Title

1969

Runtime

1h 35min

Budget

Revenue

$5,979,011

Language

English