
Jacknife(1989)
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.

An American soldier and an Arab soldier confront each other during wartime in the desert, each hoping to kill the other. But in order to survive, they must lay down their arms and cooperate.
Brad Bovee

Elias Koteas
Mohannan
Ken Lesco

Brad Pitt
Cox

J. T. Walsh
Radio Lieutenant
Contact is a drama, war film released in 1992. Directed by Jonathan Darby, it stars Brad Bovee, Elias Koteas, Ken Lesco. An American soldier and an Arab soldier confront each other during wartime in the desert, each hoping to kill the other. But in order to survive, they must lay down their arms and cooperate.
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