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Raggedy Man (1981) Reviews

Raggedy Man (1981)
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Sissy Spacek was directed by her husband Jack Fisk in 1981's Raggedy Man. Spacek plays a divorced mother of two who tries to go it alone in mid-1940s Texas. Shunned by the "respectable" townsfolk because of her marital breakup, Spacek must endure the unwanted attentions of every low-life man in the community. Enter Eric Roberts, a young sailor who becomes both friend and protector to Spacek and her sons. Once Roberts is called to active duty, however, Spacek is supposedly left at the mercy of the menacing "raggedy man"-a scuzzy ragpicker, played by Sam Shepard, whose intentions aren't what they seem. Leisurely paced for most of its running time, Raggedy Man takes a disturbing violent turn in its last half hour. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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Starring:
Sissy Spacek, Eric Roberts, (more)
Director(s):
Jack Fisk
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Format(s):
DVD
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Linda D.

This movie is an old favorite of mine. Right up there with my favorite Sissy Spacek movies. An excellent screen-play, beautifully filmed and a great cast of characters. The story of a divorced telephone operator in Texas during WWII raising two boys on her own. The story is of sacrifice and redemption. Very sweet story that has an exciting ending and though any surprises may not come as any great surprise they are still enjoyable. The score, how it is cinematically shot and the story itself & how it unfolds has the feel of To Kill a Mockingbird to it - another favorite of mine. I highly recommend this to most anyone. Henry Thomas of ET fame made his debut in this film. Also stars Eric Roberts and features Sam Shepard as the "Raggedy Man".

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Krystal L.

movie kept skipping. did not watch.

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David Donna S.

good movie. Donna S

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Shirley N.

I really liked this movie. I especially liked the part Eric Roberts played. I thought he did great. He was playful and yet charming.

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George H.

wow,Sissy Spacek's role is incredible - very real and no sugar-coating.A determined and strong individual,who takes control of her life - and not fall trap to the victim mentallity.definitely a good watch.

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Jared R.

Good movie, must've seen it 20 times as a kid.

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Rosella R.

I really liked this movie and I usually DON'T like movies set back in time. But I'm parcial to ANY Eric Roberts movie. I'm one of his fans that thinks he's VERY underated as an actor in Hollywood. And I think his sister (Julia) is VERY overated! And I think his daughter (Emma) is adorable, and going to be a VERY GOOD actress as she gets older.Keep up the great work. Sincerely,Posie

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Carmela N.

Couldn't watch as the disc is split. Please resend. Thanks, C Nelson

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Diane J.

I did enjoy this movie very much and I would recomend it to others.

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    Linda D.

    This movie is an old favorite of mine. Right up there with my favorite Sissy Spacek movies. An excellent screen-play, beautifully filmed and a great cast of characters. The story of a divorced telephone operator in Texas during WWII raising two boys on her own. The story is of sacrifice and redemption. Very sweet story that has an exciting ending and though any surprises may not come as any great surprise they are still enjoyable. The score, how it is cinematically shot and the story itself & how it unfolds has the feel of To Kill a Mockingbird to it - another favorite of mine. I highly recommend this to most anyone. Henry Thomas of ET fame made his debut in this film. Also stars Eric Roberts and features Sam Shepard as the "Raggedy Man".

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    Krystal L.

    movie kept skipping. did not watch.

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    David Donna S.

    good movie. Donna S

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