Born on the Fourth of July (1989)

Treated Like a Human Being

A bedridden and angry Ron (Tom Cruise) protests his poor treatment at the VA Hospital.

Directed by Oliver Stone.

© Universal 2012

Released in 1989 by Universal.

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  • actor: Billie Neal
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