Tender Mercies (1983)

1983 · 92 min · 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.

Directed by Bruce Beresford. Starring Robert Duvall, Tess Harper, Betty Buckley, Wilford Brimley and Ellen Barkin.

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