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Amos (1985)
Director: Michael Tuchner
Cast: Kirk Douglas, Elizabeth Montgomery, Dorothy McGuire, Pat Morita
Runtime100 min
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Amos Lasher loses his wife and home in an accident, finding himself in the care of the state, or specifically speaking, the Sunset Nursing Home. Here he finds the head nurse, Daisy Daws, ruling the cowed patients with an iron hand, but as his determination to get out of Sunset grows, the more sinister his situation becomes.
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Fans of drama and character-driven stories will appreciate the nuanced performances and compelling narrative of Amos, the 1985 TV movie directed by Michael Tuchner and starring the legendary Kirk Douglas. The film explores the complexities of aging and bureaucracy through the eyes of the titular character, providing a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant exploration of personal autonomy and the human condition.
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Amos is a 1985 American made-for-television drama film directed by Michael Tuchner and written by Richard Kramer. It is based on the 1983 novel Amos: To Ride a Dead Horse by Stanley Gordon West. The film stars Kirk Douglas, Elizabeth Montgomery, Dorothy McGuire, Pat Morita, James Sloyan and Ray Walston. The film premiered on CBS on September 29, 1985.
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