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Plot

Gaby: A True Story is about a young woman -- the child of rich European refugees living in Mexico -- who was stricken with cerebral palsy at birth. Though her body is completely paralyzed, her mind is unaffected, and she is able to become a college graduate and an acclaimed author. Rachel Levin won acclaim in the title role, but Norma Aleandro received an Oscan nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
MPAA Rating:
Genre(s):
Drama
Run Time:
115min.
Theatrical Release Date:
10/30/1987
Distributor(s):
Tri Star Pictures
Director(s):
Luis Mandoki
Starring:
Liv Ullmann , Norma Aleandro , Rachel Levin , Robert Loggia , Lawrence Monoson
Themes:
Living With Disability
Tone:
Affectionate,Earnest,Heartwarming,Intimate,Poignant
Keywords:
Holocaust,cerebral-palsy,escape,forbidden-love,handicap,teacher,writing
Country of Origin:
USA (10-30-1987)
Language:
English