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For the Love of a Child (2006)

7.220061h 20mEN
DramaTV Movie

Directed by Douglas Barr

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

EN

Release

January 9, 2006

Director

Douglas Barr

Overview

1959, support from US troops based in Asia and later from the Sates enables two actresses to start a charity for mixed-race 'orphans' who are locally neglected as outcasts. Thus originates Childhelp, which later runs multi-disciplinary centers for abused and/or neglected children in the States. Amon...

Cast

Peri Gilpin

Peri Gilpin

Sara

Teri Polo

Teri Polo

Yvonne

Maria del Mar

Maria del Mar

Annie

John Pyper-Ferguson

John Pyper-Ferguson

Richard

Matthew Knight

Matthew Knight

Jacob Fletcher

Emily Hirst

Emily Hirst

Laura

Brendan Meyer

Brendan Meyer

David

Jake D. Smith

Jake D. Smith

Michael

David McNally

David McNally

Bart Fletcher

Marty Antonini

Marty Antonini

Detective Carter

Carrie Schiffler

Carrie Schiffler

Mrs. Fletcher

Rod Heatherington

Rod Heatherington

Patrol Officer

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into For the Love of a Child (2006), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

1959, support from US troops based in Asia and later from the Sates enables two actresses to start a charity for mixed-race 'orphans' who are locally neglected as outcasts. Thus originates Childhelp, which later runs multi-disciplinary centers for abused and/or neglected children in the States. Among them is bright Jacob Fletcher, whose stepfather, a lawyer, terrorized him into utter trauma and reclaims him shortly after 10 months in jail. Jacob's peers have distressing stories of their own, but competent, devoted staff helps most of them decisively on the former farm, using animal therapy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of For the Love of a Child. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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