February 3, 2026 The Oriental Theatre

Kramer vs. Kramer

Drama DCP Classic
PG 1979 Robert Benton 105m

Showtimes

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

6:30PM Oriental Theatre - Herzfeld Cinema (East)

Description

After a jaded mother leaves her career-driven husband, their complicated divorce and bitter custody battle unfold in front of their young son. Academy Award winner for Best Picture and Best Director (amongst other wins and nine nominations), KRAMER VS. KRAMER exemplifies the legacy of Robert Benton (director) and Stanley Jaffe (producer), both of whom boast impressive filmographies and accolades worthy of revisiting.

In Memoriam: Robert Benton & Stanley Jaffe

Series
In Memoriam
Year
1979
Length
105 minutes
Language
English
Rating
PG
Country
USA
Director
Robert Benton
Producers
Richard Fischoff, Stanley R. Jaffe
Writer
Robert Benton
Starring
Dustin Hoffman, Meryl Streep, Jane Alexander
Cinematographer
Néstor Almendros
Editor
Gerald B. Greenberg

The Pitch

Kramer vs. Kramer never loses its low-key, realistic touch. You will sit at the end of the film wondering why we don't see more pictures like this.

Chicago Tribune Gene Siskel