The Kid Brother (1987)

03/11/1987 (JP) • 1h 35m

Drama

An exceptional boy. An exceptional movie.

Overview

Going through life without legs, 12-year-old Kenny is active and enthusiastic, resisting the pressure to wear prosthetic limbs. He also finds himself the subject of a documentary made by a visiting French film crew. As the production unfolds, Kenny’s parents, brother, and absentee sister bring long-simmering tensions to the surface, shaking Kenny’s delicate sense of balance. Determined to better understand his place in the world, he hits the road for a daring journey of self-discovery.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

disability

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