Yesterday’s Hero

Year: 1979

Runtime: 95 mins

Language: English

Director: Neil Leifer

Drama

Based on a Jackie Collins novel, the film follows former soccer star Rod Turner, whose career has crumbled into self‑pity. A chance friendship with a determined orphan and a talented singer shows him the value of love, loyalty and purpose, prompting Rod to rebuild his confidence, reclaim his reputation and fight his way back to the top.

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