Tender Mercies
dir. Bruce Beresford
76
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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.
Critics consensus
Anchored by a deftly understated performance from Robert Duvall, Tender Mercies is a quiet character study that leaves a lasting emotional impact.
Directed byBruce Beresford
StarringRobert Duvall, Tess Harper, Betty Buckley, Wilford Brimley, Ellen Barkin, Allan Hubbard
Written byHorton Foote
CinematographyRussell Boyd
EditingWilliam M. Anderson
MusicGeorge Dreyfus
Tender Mercies
1983 · PG · 1h 32m
Drama, Music, Romance
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.
Critics Consensus
Anchored by a deftly understated performance from Robert Duvall, Tender Mercies is a quiet character study that leaves a lasting emotional impact.
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