Kramer vs. Kramer
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Synopsis
After his wife leaves him, a work-obsessed Manhattan advertising executive is forced to learn long-neglected parenting skills, but a heated custody battle over the couple's young son deepens the wounds left by the separation.
Cast
- Dustin Hoffman
- Meryl Streep
- Jane Alexander
- Justin Henry
- Howard Duff
- George Coe
- JoBeth Williams
- Bill Moor
- Howland Chamberlain
- Jack Ramage
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- Dec 7, 2019
doing a double bill of this and marriage story tonight. calling it the dcu (divorce cinematic universe)
cinéfila... 🕯️Dec 7, 2019children of divorce make some noise
mariaApr 7, 2018it’s weird how both of these characters aren’t that likeable but i felt sympathy for both of them
lucy -
Too real. It sometimes makes me forget I'm even watching a movie.
EJJun 30, 2022Spoiler alert: Kramer wins
James ParkerMay 26, 2023You ever think about how this was the biggest movie of 1979
Patrick Willems - Oct 2, 2022
nearly forgot they were acting. this movie is incredible
maryDec 6, 2020Think "Marriage story." But with a MUCH better child actor.
thiccthanos idkMar 9, 2021Still some of the finest and most honest acting I have ever seen
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- 𝑊𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑎 likedKramer vs. Kramer
The eleventh movie I saw for my film class… the acting was phenomenal, it captured the effect of divorce perfectly.
Meg lovedKramer vs. KramerBest Picture Oscar winner 1980 (52nd Academy Awards) My Rating: 9.5/10 Nominated for 9 Oscar’s and won 5. Superb acting all around especially from little Justin Henry. He really breaks your heart. And obviously Meryl Streep and Dustin Hoffman are the best.
Layla Kasymov lovedKramer vs. KramerThis one hit home. I mean you already have elite casting and the topic of movie always gets to me. To watch Dustin’s character change from a semi-absent alcoholic to a devoted and passionate dad always brings me to tears
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Cami likedKramer vs. KramerBuena la quería ver hace bastante, muy tierna y triste al mismo tiempo, el nene es todo🫶🏽 la relación con el , la parte del juicio un poco más tediosa o lenta pero bien igual creo q todo se solucionaba mejor con charlar y llegaban a él mismo final 🤷🏽♀️ Meryl streep diosa
Mustached Movie Man likedKramer vs. KramerExcellent film. Wonderfully acted by Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep, & all the cast. The standout is Justin Henry. He was nominated for an Oscar—at just 8 years old!—for his performance here, which he definitely deserved. ⚠️ Content Warning Full Review on Letterboxd (🔗 in bio)
maria lovedKramer vs. Kramerterrific! tipo de drama que eu gosto e com uma construção narrativa muito consistente. ninguém é vilanizado e vc se comove com todos. +a figura do filho me confundiu muito pq ele o menino não parecia ter a idade descrita e o personagem era muito consciente pra uma criança.
- Jimmy Cricket lovedKramer vs. Kramer
A powerful look at the heartbreak of divorce, its effect on family dynamic and gender roles in the middle class (or more broadly, societal expectations); it features incredible performances and an unbiased look at the members of the family. The film still remains relevant.
nevan lovedKramer vs. Kramera spectacular film on divorce that handles hard-hitting topics such as existentialism and parenthood incredibly well. dustin hoffman kills it as always, perfectly utilizing a superb script. a wonderful mix of drama and humor, deeply moving
Wagner Freitas likedKramer vs. KramerIn what world does a harsh, precipitated, and impulsive decision like that ever goes to a court decision was beyond me. Dustin Hoffman’s Character shows a lot of maturity and calm throughout the storm!
Atom Users Reviews
Metacritic
Misogynistic claptrap about a divorced husband (Dustin Hoffman) fighting for the custody of and learning to cope with his little boy (Justin Henry) - a movie whose classy trimmings (including Nestor Almendros's cinematography) persuaded audiences to regard writer-director Robert Benton as a subtle art-house director.
Jonathan Rosenbaum
Chicago Reader
Kramer vs. Kramer is a movie of good performances, and it had to be, because the performances can't rest on conventional melodrama.
Roger Ebert
Chicago Sun-Times
Even when its emotions run a bit out of control, Kramer vs. Kramer is a strong and positive film. Its performances are first-rate, from Hoffman and streep down to Howard Duff (as a divorce lawyer) and a terrifically talented lad named Justin Henry, who visibly matures in his portrayal of Billy, the contested kid.
David Sterritt
Christian Science Monitor
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG (Parental Guidance Suggested). It's generally considered a family-friendly movie.
How long is Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)?
The movie is 1hr 45min long.
What's Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) about?
After his wife leaves him, a work-obsessed Manhattan advertising executive is forced to learn long-neglected parenting skills, but a heated custody battle over the couple's young son deepens the wounds left by the separation.
Who's the cast of Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)?
- Dustin Hoffman as Ted Kramer
- Meryl Streep as Joanna Kramer
- Jane Alexander as Margaret Phelps
- Justin Henry as Billy Kramer
- Howard Duff as John Shaunessy
- George Coe as Jim O'Connor
- JoBeth Williams as Phyllis Bernard
- Bill Moor as Gressen
- Howland Chamberlain as Judge Atkins
- Jack Ramage as Spencer
Who's the director behind Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)?
Robert Benton directed Kramer vs. Kramer (1979).
Who produced Kramer vs. Kramer (1979)?
Stanley R. Jaffe produced Kramer vs. Kramer (1979).
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