Kramer vs. Kramer

Director: Robert Benton

Writer: Robert Benton

From novel: Kramer versus Kramer by Avery Corman

Producer: Stanley R. Jaffe

Keywords: Drama, Divorce, Child Custody Battle, Courtroom, New York

Ted Kramer's wife abandons her family, leaving Ted to raise their son Billy on his own. She returns 15 months later demanding a divorce and custody of young Billy. Won Oscars for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, and Best Screenplay; received 4 nominations including Best Supporting Actor and Actress, and Best Cinematography.

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