A Hero Ain't Nothin But A Sandwich
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Actor: Arthur French, Cicely Tyson, David Groh, Larry B. Scott, Paul WinfieldBrand: Koch International
Cinematographer: Frank Stanley
Composer: Tom McIntosh
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 107 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2009-01-27
Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Koch Vision
Product features:
- Faced with the pressures of adolescence, 13-year-old Benjie (Larry B. Scott), turns to heroin to escape the harsh reality of growing up in the ghetto. Also starring Cicely Tyson and Paul Winfield, this heartwarming drama tackles the battle of a troubled youth, his struggles with addiction, and the impact felt by those around him. Directed by Ralph Nelson (Lilies of the Field, Father Goose, Charly)
Movie Reviews of A Hero Ain't Nothin But A Sandwich
Movie Review: "Hero Ain't Nothin' But A Sandwich (1977) ... Tyson & Winfield ... Koch Vision (2008)"
Summary: 5 Stars
Koch Vision present "HERO AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A SANDWICH" (1977) (107 mins/Color) (Dolby Digital) --- Cicely Tyson and Paul Winfield performances are very warm, heart felt and exceptional --- It's like the perfect combination on how to balance out character film development --- This is an excellent portrait of a family in the ghetto just trying to make it, with many temptations along the way including drugs and crime --- Larry B. Scott does a fantastic portrayal of "Benjie"--a good student turned junkie --- When Benjie had to go to drug rehab, his experiences were shown through a series of sepia-tone photographs --- This was very effective in showing Benjie's progress --- With facial expressions, a wide range of emotions could be seen, from the terror of withdrawal to the joy of interacting with others --- Of course, Cicely Tyson is wonderful as his caring mother and Paul Winfield as his "stepfather." --- A special mention Helen Martin of "Good Times" fame, as Wanda --- A very realistic film about a family dealing with some very tough issues --- There needs to more films like this to help families that have been victimized by drug abuse.
Under the production staff of:
Ralph Nelson - Director
Robert B. Radnitz - Producer
Alice Childress - Screenwriter / Book Author
Frank Stanley - Cinematographer
Tom McIntosh - Composer (Music Score)
Fred A. Chulack - Editor
Walter Scott Herndon - Production Designer
Cheryal Kearney - Set Designer
Nedra Watt - Costume Designer
Wiliam L. McCaughey - Sound/Sound Designer
Reuben Watt - First Assistant Director
SPECIAL FEATURES:
BIOS:
1 Cicely Tyson
Date of Birth: 19 December 1933 - New York City, New York
Date of Death: Still Living
2. Paul Winfield
Date of Birth: 22 May 1939 - Los Angeles, California
Date of Death: 7 March 2004 - Los Angeles, California
the cast includes
Cicely Tyson ... Sweets
Paul Winfield ... Butler
Larry B. Scott ... Benjie
Helen Martin ... Mrs. Bell
Glynn Turman ... Nigeria
David Groh ... Cohen
Kevin Hooks ... Tiger
Kenneth Green ... Jimmy Lee
Harold Sylvester ... Doctor
Erin Blunt ... Carwell
Claire Brenner ... Social Worker
Arthur French ... Security Guard
Bill Cobbs ... Bartender
Sheila Wills ... Admissions Clerk
Arnold Johnson ... Patient
Great job by Koch Vision and their staff --- looking forward to more high quality releases from them--- if you enjoyed this film, why not check out Koch Vision where they are experts in releasing long forgotten films and treasures to the collector.
Total Time: 107 mins on DVD ~ Koch Vision ~ (01/27/2009)
Summary of A Hero Ain't Nothin But A Sandwich
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