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Tender Mercies

His struggle for fame was over. His fight for respect was just beginning.
Mar 4, 1983 · 1h 32m
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Drama
Music
Romance

PLOT

Alcoholic former country singer Mac Sledge makes friends with a young widow and her son. The friendship enables him to find inspiration to resume his career.

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CAST

Robert Duvall
Mac Sledge
Tess Harper
Rosa Lee
Betty Buckley
Dixie
Wilford Brimley
Harry
Ellen Barkin
Sue Anne
Allan Hubbard
Sonny
Lenny Von Dohlen
Robert
Paul Gleason
Reporter
Directed by Bruce Beresford

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
$4,500,000
Revenue
$8,400,000
Production
Antron Media Production, EMI Films, Associated Film Distribution, Universal Pictures
Country
US

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