Words by Heart
1985, English. Directed by Robert Thompson.
The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 January 1985
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ouida Sebestyen
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Words by Heart runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
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Words by Heart isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Words by Heart?
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Who directed Words by Heart?
Words by Heart (1985) was directed by Robert Thompson and stars Ed Call, Leo Geter, Robert Hooks.