Adapted from the novel by Avery Carman, ‘Kramer vs. Kramer’ tells the story of Ted Kramer, a workaholic who is not really involved in the domestic life of his wife Joanna, and their 6-year-old son Billy.
The story takes an unexpected turn when Joanna leaves the house one day, forcing Kramer to take care of all the household work alone. A year and a half pass before she finally returns to claim Billy. Then, an emotional custody battle ensues. ‘Kramer vs. Kramer’ reflected a cultural shift which occurred during the 1970s, when ideas about motherhood and fatherhood were changing in western society.
The film was nominated for nine Academy Awards, winning five. The film earned Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep their first Oscars for Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress, respectively.
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