1969

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Robert Downey Jr. Ralph Carr

Kiefer Sutherland Scott Clifton Denny

Bruce Dern Cliff Denny

Mariette Hartley Jessie Denny

Winona Ryder Beth Carr