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Table for Five (1983)

"He just wants a second chance to love his children... but someone else has taken his place."

5.519832h 1mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Rob Lieberman

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

EN

Release

February 18, 1983

Director

Rob Lieberman

Official Trailer

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Overview

J.P. Tannen (Jon Voight) wants a second chance to be a father to his children ... but someone else has taken his place. Determined not to just be a friendly 'uncle' in their lives, he gets permission from his ex-wife Kathleen (Millie Perkins) and her new husband (Richard Crenna) to take the kids on ...

Cast

Jon Voight

Jon Voight

J.P. Tannen

Millie Perkins

Millie Perkins

Kathleen

Marie-Christine Barrault

Marie-Christine Barrault

Marie

Richard Crenna

Richard Crenna

Mitchell

Roxana Zal

Roxana Zal

Tilde

Son Hoang Bui

Son Hoang Bui

Trung

Robby Kiger

Robby Kiger

Truman-Paul

Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner

Newlywed Husband

Ugo Bianchi

Ugo Bianchi

Ugo

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Table for Five (1983), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

J.P. Tannen (Jon Voight) wants a second chance to be a father to his children ... but someone else has taken his place. Determined not to just be a friendly 'uncle' in their lives, he gets permission from his ex-wife Kathleen (Millie Perkins) and her new husband (Richard Crenna) to take the kids on a Mediterranean cruise. On the journey he comes to realise it's not that easy and, feeling overwhelmed, begins to doubt his abilities until a tragedy back home forces him to become the father he always hoped to be.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Table for Five. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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