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Misunderstood

PG19831h 31mJerry Schatzberg

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"For every kid who wants to be hugged. For every parent who wants to love and understand."

A workaholic father becomes sole parent to his two young sons, and finds it hard to relate to them, consumed as he is with his own grief.

Drama
Based On Novel Or BookParent Child RelationshipRemakeFamily DramaWidowerTunisia

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What is Misunderstood (1983) about?

A workaholic father becomes sole parent to his two young sons, and finds it hard to relate to them, consumed as he is with his own grief.

Who stars in Misunderstood?

Misunderstood stars Gene Hackman (Ned Rawley), Henry Thomas (Andrew), Rip Torn (Will), Huckleberry Fox (Miles), Maureen Kerwin (Kate). The film was directed by Jerry Schatzberg.

How long is Misunderstood?

Misunderstood has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1983. It is rated PG.

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