Robert Duvall
Mac Sledge
1983•1h 32m•Released•EN
Tender Mercies
“His struggle for fame was over. His fight for respect was just beginning.”
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.
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The Swinging Light
Movie Details
Release Date
March 4, 1983
Runtime
1h 32m
Rating
6.8 / 10
Votes
161
Budget
$4,500,000
Revenue
$8,400,000
Status
Released
Popularity
3.4
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Cast
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Tess Harper
Rosa Lee
Betty Buckley
Dixie
Wilford Brimley
Harry
Ellen Barkin
Sue Anne
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Allan Hubbard
Sonny
Lenny Von Dohlen
Robert
Paul Gleason
Reporter
Michael Crabtree
Lewis Menefee
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Norman Bennett
Reverend Hotchkiss
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Andrew Scott Hollon
Larue
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Rick Murray
Jake - Slater Mill Boys Member
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