The Great Santini
1979·Movie·
·1h 55min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
The bravest thing he would ever do was let his family love him.
As he approaches manhood, Ben Meechum struggles to win the approval of his demanding alpha male father, an aggressively competitive, but frustrated marine pilot.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersLoss Of InnocenceRedemptionFamily DysfunctionComing Of AgeAbuse Of Power
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersSelf-Discovery JourneyFather-Son RelationshipFamily TensionsAbusive ParentMilitary LifeDomestic ViolencePursuit Of Parental Approval
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- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Lewis John Carlino, Ralph Woolsey
Produced by:
Charles A. Pratt
Composed by:
Elmer Bernstein
Cast
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