Coming Home
Coming Home

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Coming Home

1978
Movie
127 min
English

In 1968 California, a Marine officer's wife falls in love with a former high school classmate who suffered a paralyzing combat injury in the war.

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic77/100
Google Users91%
Director: Hal AshbyGenres: Drama, Romance, War

Plot Summary

The wife of a Marine captain, who is paralyzed and unable to communicate after being wounded in Vietnam, begins an affair with a paraplegic Vietnam veteran. As their relationship deepens, she becomes an advocate for the veterans and confronts her own feelings about the war and her marriage.

Critical Reception

Coming Home was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences for its powerful performances, sensitive handling of difficult themes, and its impact as an anti-war statement. It resonated deeply with its portrayal of the human cost of war and the complexities of relationships strained by conflict and trauma.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film features standout performances from its lead actors, particularly Jane Fonda and Jon Voight.

  • It is praised for its unflinching and poignant depiction of the human impact of the Vietnam War.

  • The movie is noted for its progressive and empathetic exploration of relationships and social issues.

Google audience: Audiences highly praised the film's emotional depth and the compelling performances of the cast. Many found the portrayal of the veterans' struggles and the protagonist's journey of self-discovery to be particularly moving and thought-provoking.

Awards & Accolades

Won 3 Academy Awards (Best Actor for Jon Voight, Best Actress for Jane Fonda, Best Original Song Score and Its Adaptation or Translation for 'It Goes Like It Goes'). Nominated for 5 other Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Won multiple Golden Globe Awards and BAFTAs.

Fun Fact

Jane Fonda, who plays the wife of a paralyzed veteran, felt it was important to accurately portray the emotional and physical challenges faced by families of disabled veterans. She extensively researched the topic and spoke with families of Vietnam veterans to prepare for her role.

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