adult illiteracy

The Pride of Jesse Hallam (1981)

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When all he has left is determination and courage, a man must fight to save his family.

Jesse Hallum sells the family farm to see that his daughter receives the medical care she needs at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital. The big city challenges him, though, especially when his illiteracy is exposed.

Cast & Crew

Director
Gary Nelson
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    Jesse Hallam Johnny Cash
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    Marion Galucci Brenda Vaccaro
  • Profile picture of Ben Marley
    Ted Hallam Ben Marley
  • Profile picture of Eli Wallach
    Sal Galucci Eli Wallach
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    Policeman Guy Boyd
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    White Man Bob Lipka

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Keywords

  • adult illiteracy