directed by: Oliver Stone, year: 1989
actors: Tom Cruise, Willem Dafoe, Kyra Sedgwick

Born on the Fourth of July is a 1989 American biographical war drama film based on the autobiography of the same name by Ron Kovic. It follows the life of Kovic, a paralyzed Vietnam War veteran who becomes an anti-war activist. The film explores themes of patriotism, duty, and the impact of war on individuals and society.

Patriotism, Anti War, Disillusionment, Veteran, Protest