The Great Santini

The Great Santini is a 1979 film which tells the story of a highly successful Marine officer whose success in the military contrasts with his shortcomings as a husband and father. It stars Robert Duvall, Blythe Danner, Michael O'Keefe, Lisa Jane Persky, Julie Anne Haddock, Stan Shaw and David Keith.

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1979 - Marine - Robert Duvall - Blythe Danner - Michael O'Keefe - Lisa Jane Persky - Julie Anne Haddock - Stan Shaw - David Keith

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The movie was adapted by Lewis John Carlino from the novel by Pat Conroy, with assistance from an un-credited Herman Raucher. Carlino also directed the film.

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Lewis John Carlino - Pat Conroy - Herman Raucher

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It was nominated for Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role (Robert Duvall) and Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Michael O'Keefe).

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Academy Awards - Best Actor in a Leading Role - Best Actor in a Supporting Role

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