Movie Description
Alex: The Life of a Child
(1986)Overview
Based on true events, 'Alex: The Life of a Child' follows former 'Sports Illustrated' writer Frank Deford and his wife Carole when their happy, all-American family is rocked to the core when their baby daughter Alex is diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. While CF sufferers were almost certainly doomed to an early death in the Seventies, Alex grew into a child who showed remarkable courage and strength in face of her illness. Her loving family were quick to rally around her, determined to show the same bravery as the little girl as they supported and cherished her through life and struggled to move on after her death at the tragically young age of eight.
Featured Crew
- Director : Robert Markowitz
- Producer : Nigel McKeand
- Cast : Craig T. Nelson,Bonnie Bedelia,Gennie James,Danny Corkill,Mark Withers,Dann Florek,Rachel Blanchard,Cherry Jones
Cast
Frank Deford
Carole Deford
Alex Deford
Chris Deford
Mac Deford
Dr. Tom Dolan
Wendy
Tina Crawford
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Facts
Original TitleAlex: The Life of a Child
Status Released
Release Information
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1986-04-23
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 40m
Genres
- Drama
