“Three buddies in Vietnam. Two survived. Only one is really alive.”
A conflict develops between a troubled Vietnam veteran and the sister he lives with when she becomes involved romantically with the army buddy who reminds him of the tragic battle they both survived.
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Moviely has 7 free Jacknife cinematic wallpapers available to browse, preview in Mac Mode, and download.
Yes. Every Jacknife backdrop on Moviely is free to preview and download for personal desktop or mobile wallpaper use.
Jacknife wallpapers include 4K and HD options. Moviely recommends the best size for your screen and offers original-quality downloads when available.
Yes. Open any Jacknife wallpaper in Mac Mode to preview it on a desktop or iPhone lock screen before downloading.
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Jacknife released in 1989. Moviely hosts cinematic wallpapers captured from the movie's official backdrop imagery.
Jacknife is categorized as Drama, War.
David Hugh Jones directed Jacknife.
Jacknife stars Robert De Niro, Kathy Baker, Ed Harris, Ivar Brogger, Jordan Lund, and more.
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