America (2009)
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In this made-for-TV movie from the Lifetime Channel, Rosie O'Donnell stars as Dr. Maureen Brennan, a child psychiatrist who helps a 16-year-old boy named America (Philip Johnson) overcome years of childhood trauma, including growing up with a crack-addicted mother and being shuffled through a series of foster homes. The teleplay is based on a novel by E.R. Frank, who used her real-life experiences as a social worker as the basis for this tragic but ultimately hopeful story of transformative healing. ~ Kimber Myers, Rovi
- Starring:
- Rosie O'Donnell, Philip Johnson, (more)
- Director(s):
- Yves Simoneau
- Format(s):
- DVD
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Synopsis of America
In this made-for-TV movie from the Lifetime Channel, Rosie O'Donnell stars as Dr. Maureen Brennan, a child psychiatrist who helps a 16-year-old boy named America (Philip Johnson) overcome years of childhood trauma, including growing up with a crack-addicted mother and being shuffled through a series of foster homes. The teleplay is based on a novel by E.R. Frank, who used her real-life experiences as a social worker as the basis for this tragic but ultimately hopeful story of transformative healing. ~ Kimber Myers, Rovi
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 89 mins
Complete Cast of America
- Rosie O'Donnell - Dr. Maureen Brennan
- Ruby Dee - Mrs. Harper
- Philip Johnson - America
- Director(s):
- Yves Simoneau
- Producer(s):
- David Rosemont
- Categories:
- Drama
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