at Lorimar. Filming started November 26, 1979. Toback made the film with Ray Sharkey, whom he later called "the wrong actor". The role of Sharkey's grandfather was originally meant to be played by Harry Ritz. He fell ill after one day of filming and had to be replaced. Toback offered the role to director King Vidor. His part took five days to film. References External links 1982 films American drama films 1982 drama films Films directed by James Toback 1980s English-language films 1980s American films