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Alchoholic 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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| Chicago Sun-TimesRoger EbertWhen interesting people have little to say, we watch the body language, listen to the notes in their voices. Rarely does a movie elaborate less and explain more than Tender Mercies. |
| Nick's Flick PicksNick DavisLike a quiet child whose primary virtue is that he doesn't make any waves, Tender Mercies is so muted and obedient that it's hard in good conscience to praise it. |
| Christian Science MonitorDavid SterrittTender Mercies has a bleak handsomeness bordering on the arty, but it also has real delicacy and emotional power, both largely attributable to a fine performance by Robert Duvall. |
| EmanuelLevy.ComEmanuel LevyAussie director Beresford makes an impressive American debut with this rural Texas based saga of the recovery and redemption of an alcoholic and abusive country singer, splendidly played by Robert Duvall in an Oscar-winning performance. |
| Kansas City KansanSteve CrumEarthy Duvall vehicle, wonderful character study |
| Ozus' World Movie ReviewsDennis SchwartzAn anti-Hollywood drama that glitters in its subdued form because it's a real gem. |
| Goatdog's MoviesMichael W. Phillips, Jr.I found myself filled with disquieting wishes for something to happen to break the silence. |
| User ReviewScott WRedemption, faith, loss, country music, a screenplay by Horton Foote, and an Oscar-winning performance by Robert Duvall -- definitely one of the top movies ever made |
| User ReviewThe DI love this movie. Its slow and simple, understated and plain, and it hits every note. Brilliant prairie cinematography. |
| User ReviewGaurav PDuvall won an Oscar for this one, and it's still a moving and fascinating flick. |