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The Loretta Claiborne Story

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Gutsy Loretta Clairborne (Kimberly Elise), born with mental and physical disabilities, realizes at an early age that she's a talented athlete. Always able to stick up for herself, Loretta is thrown out of school after a fight, but, urged on by her mother (Tina Lifford) and a devoted social worker (Camryn Manheim), she runs in Special Olympics meets and the Boston Marathon. Loretta's resolve is tested again when her mother becomes seriously ill and her own health requires attention.

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Brian Webster Apollo Guide Rated: 61/100 Feb 27, 2001 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member This movie made me cry, its so inspiring!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/31/23 Full Review Audience Member I just watched one of the most amazing movies about Inspiration, Strength, Determination & Courage. That no matter what your situation may be....if you just step out on Faith there is always Hope, for the smallest thing can mean so much. So if you are ever feeling low or doubting yourself, watch this movie for it will change your whole outlook on life! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Audience Member great movie ..I am just disappointed at myself that I did not see this sooner..I work with special needs..blind/deaf with multiple disabilities it gives a great perspective and we should all take the opportunity and watch this movie..Thank you God for allowing me to have the love and patience Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/31/23 Full Review Audience Member A very very very good movie to see. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/29/23 Full Review Audience Member Good drama. Very good true story of a young woman who overcomes all obstacles in her way. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/17/23 Full Review Audience Member 5.5/10. A little too sappy, but the earnest performances by the main leads are very good and heartfelt. Well meaning, but I doubt very much it is an accurate account of the title characters life, and feel it is very "Disneyized". Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/30/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Gutsy Loretta Clairborne (Kimberly Elise), born with mental and physical disabilities, realizes at an early age that she's a talented athlete. Always able to stick up for herself, Loretta is thrown out of school after a fight, but, urged on by her mother (Tina Lifford) and a devoted social worker (Camryn Manheim), she runs in Special Olympics meets and the Boston Marathon. Loretta's resolve is tested again when her mother becomes seriously ill and her own health requires attention.
Director
Lee Grant
Producer
Suzy Beugen
Screenwriter
Grace McKeaney
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Biography
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 36m