Tender Mercies (1983)

His struggle for fame was over. His fight for respect was just beginning.

Movie · Drama, Music, Romance · 1h 32m · Rated 6.8/10 on TMDB · Released March 4, 1983

Overview

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.

Directed by Bruce Beresford

Cast

• Robert Duvall as Mac Sledge
• Tess Harper as Rosa Lee
• Betty Buckley as Dixie
• Wilford Brimley as Harry
• Ellen Barkin as Sue Anne
• Allan Hubbard as Sonny
• Lenny Von Dohlen as Robert
• Paul Gleason as Reporter
• Michael Crabtree as Lewis Menefee
• Norman Bennett as Reverend Hotchkiss
• Andrew Scott Hollon as Larue
• Rick Murray as Jake - Slater Mill Boys Member

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