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1992

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The true story of determined parents, economist Augusto and linguist Michaela Odone who battled time and the medical establishment to save the life of their son who was diagnosed in 1985 with a rare disease (Adrenoleukodystrophy). Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best (Original) Screenplay, Best Actress--Susan Sarandon. Read more

Starring	Nick Nolte, Susan Sarandon, Peter Ustinov
Director	George Miller
Genres	Drama

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- "...[A] cinematic wonder....An exhilarating experience akin to watching a breathless mystery thriller unfold..." -- 4 out of 4 stars
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  Detailed drama
  
  Perhaps not for everyone, but if you like the details of this interesting story without getting too technical then this ones for you. I rather enjoyed it and ... read more »
  
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  - 24 Aug 2004 at 11:23
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  Excellent Film
  
  Apparently you either love or loathe this film, but I thought it was great. Apart from improving my rather scant knowledge of the inner workings of the human ... read more »
  
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  - 01 Feb 2011 at 15:55
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  Lorenzo's Oil
  
  Very touching movie about the struggle to come to terms with living and coping with a disabled son. A heart breaking tale, but shows what determination can ... read more »
  
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  - Edgware
  - 17 May 2009 at 10:46
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  Lorenzo's Oil
  
  Nick Nolte at his best! Susan Sarandon a perfect partner to him! Cinematography could be better.
  
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  - 31 Dec 2008 at 08:02
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  Ho-hum
  
  Quite a decent film (don't want to say enjoyable as it doesn't seem right) but it doesn't really go anywhere. My disc stopped working about 15 ... read more »
  
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  - Frome
  - 04 Sep 2007 at 14:20
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  Emotional Film
  
  This film is very emotional and very well acted. Such a tragedy. I've seen this film before, but watching it again as a parent was heart-wrenching.
  
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  - 15 Jan 2007 at 08:54
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  Lorenzo's Oil (1992)
  
  The true story of determined parents, economist Augusto and linguist Michaela Odone who battled time and the medical establishment to save the life of their son... read more »
  
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  - 07 Jan 2007 at 17:04
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  Excellent
  
  Was a sad but excellent film to watch :O)
  
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- - Sue
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  - 16 Oct 2006 at 12:53
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  Major tear jerker
  
  Excellent film , depicting a true life story. Brings Hope. Will pull on your heart strings. Don't watch unless you dont mind someone watching you cry bucket... read more »
  
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  - 11 Oct 2006 at 16:25
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  A touching story
  
  A touching story executed well, although there is a very dodgy italian accent.
  
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  - 05 Jul 2006 at 11:46
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  excellant
  
  a good heart rending film having kids brings it home
  
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  - 01 Apr 2006 at 13:11
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  Detailed drama
  
  Perhaps not for everyone, but if you like the details of this interesting story without getting too technical then this ones for you. I rather enjoyed it and ... read more »
  
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  - Graham Law
  - England
  - 24 Aug 2004 at 11:23
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  Consumate love
  
  The love and devotion of parents of sick children should never amaze but this mother and father go the extra mile over and over and reduce the audience to tears... read more »
  
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  - 14 Jan 2005 at 23:01
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  A lesson in determination
  
  An excellent portrayal of this true story which despite the problems encountered help to see what the human spirit is possible of doing when losing just isn'... read more »
  
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  - 30 Jun 2005 at 14:30
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  Extremely Sad
  
  A good film, especially knowing it was a true story. Extremely sad though not everybody's cup of tea.
  
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  - 29 Oct 2005 at 19:24
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  excellant
  
  a good heart rending film having kids brings it home
  
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  - 01 Apr 2006 at 13:11
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  A touching story
  
  A touching story executed well, although there is a very dodgy italian accent.
  
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  - Kent
  - 05 Jul 2006 at 11:46
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  sad but uplifting
  
  Based on a true story this harrowing but uplifting and at times intriguing film is well worth watching... On the whole the plot/script avoids sentimentality and... read more »
  
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  - 05 Dec 2003 at 16:19
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  Oily
  
  This is a powerful film that is beautifully portrayed. The young boy who played Lorenzo is amazing and very believable as Lorenzo. You suffer the pain and ... read more »
  
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  - 03 Sep 2004 at 16:48
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  Major tear jerker
  
  Excellent film , depicting a true life story. Brings Hope. Will pull on your heart strings. Don't watch unless you dont mind someone watching you cry bucket... read more »
  
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  - Notts
  - 11 Oct 2006 at 16:25
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  Excellent
  
  Was a sad but excellent film to watch :O)
  
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  - 16 Oct 2006 at 12:53

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  The true story of determined parents, economist Augusto and linguist Michaela Odone who battled time and the medical establishment to save the life of their son who was diagnosed in 1985 with a rare disease (Adrenoleukodystrophy). Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best (Original) Screenplay, ...