Jacob's Ladder
After returning home from the Vietnam War, veteran Jacob Singer struggles to maintain his sanity. Plagued by hallucinations and flashbacks, Singer rapidly falls apart as the world and people around him morph and twist into disturbing images. His girlfriend, Jezzie, and ex-wife, Sarah, try to help, but to little avail. Even Singer's chiropractor friend, Louis, fails to reach him as he descends into madness.
Critics Sentiment
Jacob trapped in hellish hospital before Louis rescues him
Jacob and surviving soldiers hire lawyer for investigation
The film drops significantly during the conspiracy investigation elements before soaring to its peak with the nightmarish hospital sequence.
Jacob's Ladder maintains strong critical reception through its innovative horror imagery and Tim Robbins' grounded performance, with particular praise for its visual effects and disturbing sequences. The film falters somewhat during its conspiracy thriller elements but recovers with its most terrifying hospital sequence. Critics remain divided on the spiritual ending, appreciating its emotional resonance while questioning its narrative satisfaction.
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Tim Robbins
Jacob
Elizabeth Peña
Jezzie
Danny Aiello
Louis
Matt Craven
Michael
Pruitt Taylor Vince
Paul
Jason Alexander
Geary
Patricia Kalember
Sarah
Eriq La Salle
Frank
Ving Rhames
George
Brian Tarantina
Doug
Anthony Alessandro
Rod
Brent Hinkley
Jerry
S. Epatha Merkerson
Elsa
Suzanne Shepherd
Hospital Receptionist
Doug Barron
Group Leader
Jan Saint
Santa
Kisha Skinner
Street Singer
Dion Simmons
Street Singer
Sam Coppola
Taxi Driver
Patty Rosborough
Drunk
Crew
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