The Kid from Nowhere (1982)
Directed by Beau Bridges
Genres - Drama, Children's/Family |
Sub-Genres - Medical Drama |
Run Time - 92 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
The Kid From Nowhere is built around the talents of Ricky Wittman, a remarkable young actor afflicted with Down's Syndrome who appeared in several TV programs during the early 1980s. Judy Farrell's script traces the efforts of a California mother (Susan Saint James) to curb the sudden energy outbursts of her retarded son. The boy is entered in a school athletic program, attaining confidence and achievement through his participation the Special Olympics. Director Beau Bridges has a supporting role as the boy's coach. Kid From Nowhere offers no easy solutions, but it does point out the importance of stressing self-value when dealing with children of special needs.
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coaching [sports], mother, Special-Olympics, school