The Good Old Boys

Synopsis

It's the early 1900's and the weather-beaten cowhand, Hewey Calloway rides in from the cast Texas range after learning his brother's farm in danger of foreclosure. Arriving in a nearby town, what the middle-aged roughrider finds amazes yet threatens him--automobiles and civilized society. Soon the local schoolteacher catches his eye, which places Hewey in a unique situation. Surrounded by his brother's family and with a strong attraction to the new lady in his life, Calloway is actually considering settling down.

Cast-main

Hewey Calloway.......................Tommy Lee Jones

Walter Calloway........................Terry Kinney

Eve Calloway............................Frances McDormand

Tarnell........................................Sam Shepard

Spring Renfro............................Sissy Spacek

C. C. Tarpley.............................Wilford Brimley

The Good Old Boys Bibliography

Lorando, Mark. "A few good jobs." Times-Picayune. 1995 Mar 5: TV, 7:1.

Malcolm, Derek. "Wandering star passes the test." Guardian. 1995 Aug 22: 1, 2:1.

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