Alex: The Life of a Child (1986)
- CategoryDrama
- LanguageEnglish
- Runtime1h 40m
- DirectorRobert Markowitz
- IMDb Rating7.1
- Year1986
- Release dateApr 23, 1986
- StarsCraig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia, Gennie James, Danny Corkill
Alex: The Life of a Child
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.
Alex: The Life of a Child Synopsis
With an impressive 7.1/10 rating, Alex: The Life of a Child (1986) is one of the most acclaimed Drama films in the 1337x catalog. This captivating Drama film delivers a memorable cinematic experience from start to finish. Directed by Robert Markowitz, the film showcases masterful storytelling and visual artistry. Featuring standout performances from Craig T. Nelson, Bonnie Bedelia, Gennie James, the cast brings depth and authenticity to every scene. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. 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 bab...
