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A Hero Ain't Nothin But a Sandwich (1978)
Faced with the harsh reality of growing up in the ghetto, 13-year old Benjie (Larry B. Scott) turns to heroin to escape. After Benjie hits rock bottom, his mother (Cicely Tyson) and her boyfriend (Paul Winfield) must sacrifice to help him overcome his dependency. Directed by Ralph Nelson, this heartwarming drama tackles the battle of a troubled youth, his struggles with addiction, and the impact felt by those around him.
Updated Jan 6 2015
Cast
Cicely Tyson
Etta
Harold Sylvester
Harold Sylvester
Kevin Hooks
Kevin Hooks
Larry B. Scott
Terry Jones
Erin Blunt
Ahmad Abdul Rahim
David Groh
Dad
Helen Martin
Nana Cross
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Crew
Cheryal Kearney
Set Decoration
Ralph Nelson
Director
Fred A. Chulack
Editor
Frank Stanley
Cinematography
Alice Childress
Novel
Alice Childress
Screenplay
Tom McIntosh
Original Music Composer
Jack G. Roberts
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