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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.



A Hero Ain't Nothin' But a Sandwich (1978)
Released: 03 Feb 1978
Runtime: 107 min
Rated: PG
Director: Ralph Nelson
Writer(s): Alice Childress (novel), Alice Childress (screenplay)
Actors: Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield, Larry B. Scott, Helen Martin
Awards: 2 wins.
IMDB Ratings: 6.9



Plot: Benjie is a troubled teen in Los Angeles, living with his grandmother, mother, and her new boyfriend. Traumatized by his father's desertion and the situation at home, Benjie gets introduced to heroin. The downward spiral begins. At school he faces conflict between the two teachers he respects: Nigeria who emphasizes African history and is hostile to white teachers like Mr. Cohen, who pursues racial harmony. Benjie's family must come to terms with the devastation he has created in his life and make changes which affect them all.