Streamers (1983)
Directed by Robert Altman
Genres - Drama, Culture & Society, War |
Sub-Genres - Anti-War Film, Ensemble Film |
Release Date - Jan 1, 1983 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 118 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
Based on the virulently antimilitary play by David Rabe, Streamers is set in a basic-training barracks. Matthew Modine is among the raw recruits who alternate between strutting around like bantam cocks to snivelling like frightened children. To test one another's manhood, the recruits indulge in violent physical and verbal game playing. Special attention is given those whose skin color or outlook on life is at odds with the "standards" of the group.
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soldier, barracks, relationship, machismo, racism, Vietnam