Best Original Screenplay1984 Film Fan Awards56th Academy Awards
Best Original Screenplay Nominee
Tender Mercies (1983)
Nominated Talent & Credits
Horton Foote— Horton Foote
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
WRITING (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) — 56th Academy Awards (1984)
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