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When a white Arkansas mechanic learns his mother was a black woman, and that he has a black half-brother, he travels to Chicago to discover more about his true family. At first taken aback by the news, the man and his newly-discovered sibling slowly open up to each other with the help of their wise, blind aunt. The script was co-written by Billy Bob Thornton, prior to his success with SLING BLADE.

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UPC0027616860989

eBay Product ID (ePID)3358894

Product Key Features

ActorRobert Duvall, James Earl Jones

RatingPG-13

Movie/TV TitleFamily Thing

DirectorRichard Pearce

FormatDVD

Release Year2001

GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1

Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureUSA

Leading RoleRobert Duvall, James Earl Jones

Release Date20010508

Film CountryUSA

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4.9

16 product ratings

14 users rated this 5 out of 5 stars
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by susaus.adbjvpgnn
21 Sep, 2024
A family thing James Earl Jones
Very good movie would watch again and again very good acting and excellent story.
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by sm940116
09 Jul, 2023
A Family Thing.
This is a real feel good movie. From Earl, to Ray, to Aunt T, this story captivates us and is very appealing from start to finish. I highly recommend this movie to others.
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by devma-6304
09 Nov, 2024
A Family Thing.
Love this movie.
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by shiannedog
09 Mar, 2022
Great Movie!!!
This movie is beautifully made and very entertaining. There is a few instances of profanity so be fore warned about that but you will enjoy the film immensely.
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by inglenooksalesllc
03 Feb, 2021
Great story
This is a great movie with strong actors. It is a touching story with lighthearted twists and commentary.
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by 2011rondoh
14 Sep, 2021
Family Thing
Always liked this movie and bought it so my Mom could see it
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by 704djbw
22 Jan, 2020
Great movie
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
by g.wash033
11 Jul, 2021
A Family Thing
Great Movie
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
by 2015alynd
14 Nov, 2015
a family thing
I think this is a classic. its funny, sad, and kind of exciting. a little scary. a very good movie and great actors.
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by delharsh_8
27 Apr, 2021
A family thing
Good
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned