Dad learns to microwave dinner, chaos ensues. Oscar bait has never been this devastating.
Ted Kramer is a career man for whom his work comes before his family. His wife Joanna cannot take this anymore, so she decides to leave him. Ted is now faced with the tasks of housekeeping and taking care of himself and their young son Billy.
Acting
Streep and Hoffman allegedly hated each other; you cannot tell
Writing
Adapted from Benton's own divorce; every scene bleeds truth
Editing
That breakfast montage should be taught in film school
Director
Robert Benton
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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