Best Director1984 Film Fan Awards56th Academy Awards
Best Director Nominee
Tender Mercies (1983)
Nominated Talent & Credits
Bruce Beresford— Bruce Beresford
Synopsis / 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.
Historical Academy Record
DIRECTING — 56th Academy Awards (1984)
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