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1979 · 105 min · PG

Kramer vs. Kramer

Directed by Robert Benton · Drama

Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) is a Drama film, directed by Robert Benton set in New York City during the 1970s. It runs 105 minutes and is rated PG.

A courtroom, with a melancholic and hopeful tone. Themes of family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
John KanderHerb Harris
Cinematography
Néstor Almendros
Cast
Dustin HoffmanMeryl StreepJane AlexanderJustin HenryHoward DuffGeorge CoeJoBeth WilliamsBill Moor

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
Courtroom
Themes
Family & Loyalty
Tone
MelancholicHopeful

Shape

Protagonist
Solo LeadTwo Hander
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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