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Writer (WGA):
Bob Comfort (written by)
Release Date:
October 1991 (USA)
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1963, the night before the 18 years old "Birdlace" Eddie and his friends are shipped to Vietnam. They...
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | River Phoenix | ... | Eddie Birdlace |
 | Lili Taylor | ... | Rose |
| Richard Panebianco | ... | Berzin |
| Anthony Clark | ... | Oakie |
| Mitchell Whitfield | ... | Benjamin |
| Holly Near | ... | Rose Sr. |
 | Elizabeth Daily | ... | Marcie (as E.G. Daily) |
| Sue Morales | ... | Ruth Two Bears |
 | Christina Mastin | ... | Linda |
 | Christopher Shaw | ... | Donavin |
 | John Lacy | ... | Fector |
| Chris San Nicholas | ... | Dogfight Buddy |
| Brian Gotta | ... | Dogfight Marine |
| Peg Phillips | ... | Older Cafe Customer |
| Neal Allen | ... | Sgt. Judge |
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89 min | 94 min
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Color (Technicolor)
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1.85 : 1 more
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The character of Rose was originally supposed to be markedly overweight, but 'Lili Taylor' made such an impression on director Nancy Savoca that the diminutive actress eventually won the part. Taylor did, however, gain 12 lbs. for the role and wore padding underneath her clothing.
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Anachronisms: The picture of Bob Dylan that Rose points out on her wall was taken in 1964, while the scene takes place in 1963.
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Rose:
[after learning the marines are shipping out] Where are you going?
Eddie Birdlace: Okinawa. But I'm aiming for this other place. It's a little country near India called Vietnam.
Rose: Yeah, I think I read about it. Aren't they fighting there or something?
Eddie Birdlace: No, not really. We'll just be there as advisors to teach them how to take care of the Commies.
Rose: That could be dangerous.
Eddie Birdlace: Nah. We'll kick a little ass, take a few names. Be back in a couple of months.
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Eddie Birdlace: Okinawa. But I'm aiming for this other place. It's a little country near India called Vietnam.
Rose: Yeah, I think I read about it. Aren't they fighting there or something?
Eddie Birdlace: No, not really. We'll just be there as advisors to teach them how to take care of the Commies.
Rose: That could be dangerous.
Eddie Birdlace: Nah. We'll kick a little ass, take a few names. Be back in a couple of months.
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Referenced in A Night in the Life of Vinyl Eddie (2007) (V)
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WOULD YOU CARE
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DOGFIGHT is one of favorite films. The two leads actors share perfect a chemistry, making their interaction a pleasure to watch. Not to mention, Mr. Phoenix's screen presence is incredible. In fact, I could've followed him around the whole night. Furthermore, there is a great amount of foreshadowing on and off the screen. When Eddie (Phoenix) discusses Vietnam, he mentions its a small mess and that he'll be back in a few months. We, however, know that a different course lies ahead. In addition, this is one of Mr. Phoenix's final films, a glimpse of a magnificent only two years before his tragic demise. As a result, actor-character parallel almost each other, which I found to be truly sad. In addition, I give my credits to Bob and Nancy for executing a perfect ending. Yet, for me, this picture will always be a testament to one of the finest actors of our generation; may his spirit live on.
Ted's Grade: A-