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Words by Heart

70
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1985 · 1h 47m
Drama, TV Movie
Starring Ed Call · Leo Geter · Robert Hooks
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The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.

Theatrical
Jan 1, 1985
Director
Robert Thompson
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Cast

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E
Ed Call
Henry Haney
L
Leo Geter
Tater Haney
R
Robert Hooks
Ben Sills
C
Charlotte Rae
Mary Tom Chism
F
Fran Robinson
Lena Sills
M
Mary Ellen Thomas
Mrs. Starnes
A
Alfre Woodard
Claudie Sills
M
Michael Byers

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