Tall Tale

Tall Tale1995

Director: Jeremiah Chechik
Stars: Patrick Swayze, Scott Glenn, Oliver Platt, Nick Stahl, Stephen Lang
Genre: Adventure, Family, Fantasy
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Runtime: 97 minutes

John Henry was as big as a mountain, with arms as big as oak trees, and could do the work of 10 men in a single day. A workingman's hero, his is the story of courage, strength, and determination. This poignant retelling of the legendary steel d… more »



J.P. Stiles:
Well, I see your pa sent a boy to do a man's job.

Daniel Hackett:
I come of my own accord!

J.P. Stiles:
The time for deeds is over, kid. Get off the track.

Daniel Hackett:
I'm telling you... to get out of Paradise Valley!

J.P. Stiles:
A little speck of dust like you? You really think you can stop all this? [showcasing the train and tunnel]

Daniel Hackett:
Well, maybe not, but I sure am going to give it my best shot!

J.P. Stiles:
All right. Have it your way, then. [to the engineers] Run him over. [pause] I said, run him over!

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