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Overview

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7.4/10   222 votes
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Director:
Lou Antonio
Writer:
Jerry McNeely (writer)
Contact:
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Release Date:
6 April 1977 (USA) more
Genre:
Drama | Sport more
Plot:
This is based on the true story about the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey... more | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 3 nominations more
User Comments:
A touching Football tale more

Cast

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Geraldine Page ... Ann Cappelletti
Gerald S. O'Loughlin ... John Cappelletti Sr

Marc Singer ... John Cappelletti
Jeff Lynas ... Joey Cappelletti
Linda Kelsey ... Joyce Cappelletti, Narrator
Brian Farrell ... Marty Cappelletti
Kathleen Beller ... Jean Cappelletti

Steve Guttenberg ... Mike Cappelletti
Paul Picerni ... Joe Paterno
Stephen Parr ... Eddie O'Neil
David Hooks ... Archbishop
June Dayton ... Mrs. Frome

James Karen ... Dr. Wingreen
David Garfield ... Dr. Klunick
Kevin McKenzie ... Mark
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Additional Details

Runtime:
96 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono
Certification:
USA:Not Rated

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Steve Guttenberg's TV debut. more

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4 out of 4 people found the following comment useful:-
A touching Football tale, 11 March 2002
Author: earth460 (earth460@canada.com) from Winnipeg, Manitoba

The film was one of the "sentimental tear jerkers" of the late 70's. The story follows the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey who is dying of cancer. The scenes capture the realism of the moment and take you on a trip one would wish no parent or sibling to have to endure. As I have not seen this film lately getting a copy is near impossible as it has been discontinued. The book is still available and is a great read. If you like this film you will like Brian's song (1971) remake (2001) and Love Story (1970)

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