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A Hero Ain't Nothin' But a Sandwich (1977) · Cineora

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A RALPH NELSON FILM

A Hero Ain't Nothin' But a Sandwich

19771h 47mMovie

Drama

IMDb6.8/ 10 · 455 votes

THE STORY

A troubled boy becomes addicted to heroin, and his mother and foster father help him fight it.

Gritty
Melancholic
Heartwarming
Addiction
Family
Growing up

Pace: Measured
Intensity: Intense
Complexity: Easy watch

Good for teens and talking about after. Contains drug use and strong language.

DirectorRalph Nelson

FormatFeature film

TMDB5.9 / 10

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