Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder(1982)
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder Synopsis
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.
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder (1982) is a drama and war film directed by Peter Werner, released on May 3, 1982 with a runtime of 1h 48m. It stars Dennis Christopher, Susan Saint James, Roger Aaron Brown and Robert Englund. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Peter Werner
- Writers:
- Paul G. Hensler
- Producers:
- Walt deFaria
- Cinematographer:
- Donald McAlpine
- Composer:
- Maurice Jarre
- Production:
- Sanrio
- Status:
- Released
Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder Cast & Crew
Main cast
Dennis Christopher
as Brian Anderson
Susan Saint James
as Katherine Cross
Roger Aaron Brown
as Moses Drapper
Robert Englund
as Tripper
James Whitmore Jr.
as Major Flaherty
Lisa Lu
as Sister Marie
- Shere Thu Thuy
Shere Thu Thuy
as Sister Hoa
- Travis Swords
Travis Swords
as Allen Atkins
- Mai Thi Lien
Mai Thi Lien
as Anh
- Truong Minh Hai
Truong Minh Hai
as Duc
- Ken Metcalfe
Ken Metcalfe
as Capt. Morris
- Marie Ashton
Marie Ashton
as Peggy Dean
Key crew
Directed by Peter Werner, written by Paul G. Hensler, produced by Walt deFaria.
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Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 3 ratings.
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Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder – Frequently Asked Questions
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The main cast of Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder (1982) includes Dennis Christopher, Susan Saint James, Roger Aaron Brown, Robert Englund and James Whitmore Jr.. The film was directed by Peter Werner. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder released?
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Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder was released on May 3, 1982 and runs for 1h 48m.
Is Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder worth watching?
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Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder (1982) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and war films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.