Summertree
Seen it?1971 | 88 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With soft box office and little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved The Deer Hunter or Casualties of War, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 28 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1971: an older pace and style.
All-American boy Jerry is drafted to serve in the Vietnam War just as things begin to go well for him. His decision to flee to Canada sparks off conflict with his parents, ending in the film's tragic conclusion.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 13K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Anthony Newley
- Michael DouglasJerry
- Jack WardenHerb
- Brenda VaccaroVanetta
- Barbara Bel GeddesRuth
- Kirk CallowayMarvis
- Bill VintTony
- Jeff SigginsBennie
- Rob ReinerDon
- William SmithDraft Lawyer
- Garry GoodrowGinsberg