

Born on the Fourth of July(1989)
A true story of innocence lost and courage found.
Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country he fought for.


Movie: Born on the Fourth of July
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