John G. Avildsen: King of the Underdogs
Aug 01 2017
•1h 18m
•Documentary
An examination of the Oscar-winning director who brought to life some of cinema's most beloved motion pictures.
Cast
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John G. Avildsen
Self
Sylvester Stallone
Self
Martin Scorsese
Self
Ralph Macchio
Self
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