this film have a special place in my heart and a when i catch it the first time and i be teach adult literacy . it ring very true to me and even an outstanding student i have at the time . there be scene which make you gulp with sudden emotion and and those which even put a smile on your face through sheer identification with the character and their situation . excellent performance by jane fonda and robert deniro that rank with their best work and a great turn by a young martha plimpton and an inspiring story line and and a haunting musical score make for a most enjoyable and rewarding experience .