A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.

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Cast

Robert De Niro

Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey

Kathy Baker

Martha Flannigan

Ed Harris

David 'High School' Flannigan

Ivar Brogger

Depot Mechanic

Jordan Lund

Tiny

Charles S. Dutton

Jake, Veteran Encounter Group Leader

Bruce Ramsay

Corridor Student

Jessalyn Gilsig

His Girlfriend

Josh Pais

Rick

Gabrielle Carteris

College Girl in Bar

Robert De Niro — Joseph 'Jacknife' Megessey

Robert Anthony De Niro (born August 17, 1943) is an American actor and film producer. Considered one of his generation's greatest and most influential actors, De Niro has received various accolades, including two Academy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, as well as nominations for eight BAFTA Awards and four Emmy Awards. He was honoured with the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2003, the Kennedy Cente

Kathy Baker — Martha Flannigan

Kathy Baker is an American stage, film and television actress.

Ed Harris — David 'High School' Flannigan

Edward Allen Harris (born November 28, 1950) is an American actor and director. His performances in Apollo 13 (1995), The Truman Show (1998), Pollock (2000), and The Hours (2002) earned him critical acclaim and Academy Award nominations.