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1978-12-08 R The Deer Hunter

The Deer Hunter

God bless America.

Release Date: 1978-12-08

Rating: 7.99 / 10

Runtime: 183 mins

A group of working-class friends decide to enlist in the Army during the Vietnam War and finds it to be hellish chaos -- not the noble venture they imagined. Before they left, Steven married his pregnant girlfriend -- and Michael and Nick were in love with the same woman. But all three are different men upon their return.


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Runtime

183 minutes

Release Date

1978-12-08

Budget

$15,000,000

Box Office Earnings

$49,000,000

Cast and Crew Members

Cast

Christopher Walken
Christopher Walken
John Cazale
John Cazale
Rutanya Alda
Rutanya Alda
Pierre Segui
Pierre Segui
Amy Wright
Amy Wright
Richard Kuss
Richard Kuss

Crew Members

Michael Cimino
Michael Cimino Director
Deric Washburn
Deric Washburn Story
Quinn K. Redeker
Quinn K. Redeker Story
Louis Garfinkle
Louis Garfinkle Story

Awards and Nominations

Oscar - ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE

Year: 1979
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Year: 1979
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Year: 1979
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - CINEMATOGRAPHY

Year: 1979
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Oscar - DIRECTING

Year: 1979
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - FILM EDITING

Year: 1979
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - BEST PICTURE

Year: 1979
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - SOUND

Year: 1979
Status: 🏆 Won

Oscar - WRITING (SCREENPLAY WRITTEN DIRECTLY FOR THE SCREEN)

Year: 1979
Status: 🎭 Nominated

Audience Reviews

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  • John Doe's avatar

    Andres Gomez

    Rating: 6/10

    "Slow pace movie which nicely depicts the life of worker class Russian inmigrants in USA and the impact that its young generation receives from Vietnam's war. The actual shock cause being the crazy game of the Russian roulette only helps from the artistic point of view of the film but it is well blended into the actual story."

  • John Doe's avatar

    talisencrw

    Rating: 10/10

    "With director Cimino's recent death and his reputation in tatters since the debacle of 'Heaven's Gate', I decided to visit 'The Deer Hunter'. Though over three hours long, it's astonishing, paced so achingly right and I can see why he rightfully earned the 'carte blanche' that would unfortunately lead to his downfall (as well as an entire studio's) as soon as he made his next film. But to reach such heights and to have such ambition--as well as undeniable talent--is a victory in and of itself. Just armed with the main five actors alone, at the zenith of their craft, a fine script (really the first interesting and well-deliberated Vietnam film to hit the big screen) and Vilmos Zsigmond behind the camera meant that this would prove something special. Scenes that will haunt you forever. My favourite shot is the incredible 360-degree pan shot around Linda's bedroom when she realizes she's given up on Nick and is going to declare her love to Michael--extraordinary stuff. What's YOURS? Many film lovers who despise Cimino's work instantly clam up when 'The Deer Hunter' is mentioned...and there's a reason for that. It's deservedly considered one of the finest American films of the 70's--a decade that was chock-full of great ones."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the runtime of the The Deer Hunter ?

The movie is approximately 183 minutes long.

What is the The Deer Hunter's release date?

1978-12-08 marks the official release date of the movie.

What genre is the The Deer Hunter?

The movie belongs to the Drama War genres, offering a variety of experiences from adventure to fantasy.

Who are the main actors in the The Deer Hunter?

The lead actors include Robert De Niro , Christopher Walken , and John Cazale , among others.

Who directed The Deer Hunter?

The movie was directed by Michael Cimino

What is the The Deer Hunter's budget?

The movie had an estimated budget of $15,000,000 .

How much did The Deer Hunter movie earn at the box office?

A Cinderella Story grossed an estimated $49,000,000 at the box office.

What are some production companies behind the The Deer Hunter movie?

Major production companies include Universal Pictures EMI Films .

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