Hail, Hero! (1969)Director:David Miller |
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Hail, Hero! (1969)Director:David Miller |
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| Michael Douglas | ... |
Carl Dixon
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| Arthur Kennedy | ... |
Albert Dixon
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| Teresa Wright | ... |
Santha Dixon
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John Larch | ... |
Mr. Conklin
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Charles Drake | ... |
Senator Murchiston
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Mercer Harris | ... |
Jimmy
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Deborah Winters | ... |
Becky
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| Peter Strauss | ... |
Frank Dixon
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Mario Alcalde | ... |
Congressman Arcado
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Walter Baldwin | ... |
Nat Winder
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Peter Brocco | ... |
Old Man #1
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Virginia Christine | ... |
Eleanor Murchiston
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Marjorie Eaton | ... |
Carl's Aunt
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| James Griffith | ... |
Painter #2
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Louise Latham | ... |
Miss Mirabel
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I watched this movie out of curiosity for 2 reasons: 1. Michael Douglas' first movie role 2. Mercer Harris was billed above Peter Strauss. I found it to be most enjoyable, especially as I shared the anti-war sentiments expressed by main character. Nothing here spelled oscar winner, but on the whole it was well acted and had the proposed impact. I recommend it to anyone who is a Douglas fan, as he seemed to have a good time with this role. (and he is just so darn cute!) Peter Strauss as the "successful in spite of injury" older brother turns in a fair performance. Mercer Harris is quite effective as the friendly ranch hand, Luke. It is his performance that I was looking for, as I know him well and have watched his other movies prior to this one. Too bad he did not stay in Hollywood, he had a lot to offer.