Misunderstood

Misunderstood

For every kid who wants to be hugged. For every parent who wants to love and understand.

PG 1983 · 91 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama

A workaholic father becomes sole parent to his two young sons, and finds it hard to relate to them, consumed as he is with his own grief.

Directed by Jerry Schatzberg · Written by Barra Grant

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