Born on the Fourth of July (1989)

To Be Whole Again

Recounting his experience in Vietnam, Ron (Tom Cruise) reveals to Timmy (Frank Whaley) how he wishes that he had his whole body back.

Directed by Oliver Stone.

© Universal 2013

Released in 1989 by Universal.

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