Born on the Fourth of July (1989) is a biographical war drama directed by Oliver Stone and starring Tom Cruise, Kyra Sedgwick and Willem Dafoe. Based on Ron Kovic's autobiography, the film chronicles Kovic's journey from a patriotic young man enlisting in the Vietnam War to his profound transformation into an outspoken anti-war activist after being paralyzed in combat. Noted for its intense portrayal of personal and political upheaval, the film received critical acclaim and won two Academy Awards, including Best Director for Stone.
