Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder

Nov 5 1982 PG 1h 48m
Drama, War

During the Vietnam War, Brian Anderson, a young Army medic, is stationed in Saigon. Initially apathetic and self-serving, he eventually has his heart won over by the children at a nearby orphanage where he does volunteer work. At first, a doctor named Katherine Cross has to persuade him to help the children. But soon, Brian willingly puts his career and safety on the line to provide the orphans with the food and medical supplies they need.

Plot

During the Vietnam War, Brian Anderson (Dennis Christopher), a young Army medic, is stationed in Saigon. Initially apathetic and self-serving, he eventually has his heart won over by the children at a nearby orphanage where he does volunteer work. At first, a doctor named Katherine Cross (Susan Saint James) has to persuade him to help the children. But soon, Brian willingly puts his career and safety on the line to provide the orphans with the food and medical supplies they need.

Written by

Paul G. Hensler

Directed by

Peter Werner

Cast

Dennis Christopher, Susan Saint James, Roger Aaron Brown

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America, Japan

Production Companies

Sanrio Communications

Languages

English

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
271
Average Rating
6.7 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA