Jacob's Ladder
An original, highly psychological thriller that explores the thin line between reality and illusion. Jacob is a Vietnam veteran who becomes haunted by hallucinatory spirits and turns to his old army buddies who are experiencing the same thing. This leads to a trail of conspiracy, deception, murder and final truth, which for Jacob is very profound. Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Pena.
Year: 1990
Genre: Cult Films / After Dark, High Times, Best of the 1990s, Spiritual Cinema, Who am I? Movie Amnesia, Movies (1001 You Must See Before You Die)
Country: USA
Director: Adrian Lyne
Starring: Tim Robbins, Elizabeth Pena, Danny Aiello
Duration: 112 Minutes
Rating: R16
7.5/10
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