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Children of a Lesser God (1986)

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Children of a Lesser God
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Directed byRanda Haines
CastWilliam Hurt, Marlee Matlin, Piper Laurie, Philip Bosco and Allison Gompf
Theatrical ReleaseOctober 3, 1986
DVD ReleaseDecember 12, 2000
Running Time118 minutes
MPAA RatingR (Restricted)
UPC Code097360183948
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Languages: English (Original Language), French (Original Language)
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About Children of a Lesser God

Mark Medoff's tough play about deafness is sweetened and softened in this 1986 film adaptation directed by Randa Haines (Wrestling Ernest Hemingway). William Hurt plays a teacher newly hired at a school for deaf children, and Marlee Matlin is the deaf and withdrawn janitor who captures his attention. Romantic and heartfelt, the film makes its audience care very much about its two leading characters, and wince when Hurt's well-meaning instructor allows Matlin's handicap to become a problem. Haines develops some interesting visual ideas to underscore the isolation of Matlin's world, particularly a lovely refrain that finds Matlin swimming alone at night. The drama is cut somewhat by the bouncy energy and good humor of Hurt's students. Piper Laurie is very good in a supporting role as Matlin's mother. --Tom Keogh Amazon.com

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User Reviews

Average user review: 4.5 (37 reviews)

rating: 5 QuoteChildren of a Lesser GodQuote
This was a great film. It is well worth watching. It makes you think! July 9, 2008

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I saw this movie back in 1988, and i loved it. I decided to become a sign language interpreter. The movie is excellent, I strongly recomend it to everybody. The performances were oscar winners and the story very emotional. I enjoyed the movie and I'm enjoying learning sign language. April 27, 2008

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Terrific movie. Its no wonder that Marlee won an academy award for her work.

The seller is great. Immediate shipment and received as indicated. April 19, 2008

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Having a granddaughter who is deaf and just learning sign myself I found this movie very interesting both because of the signing and the culture surrounding the deaf. I enjoyed the movie very much both from being involved with the deaf culture and just for pure entertainment. February 26, 2008

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WOW THE CHEMISTRY BETWEEN THESE TWO WAS AMAZING IT WAS A FEEL GOOD MOVIE THATS ALL I HAVE TO SAY ABOUT IT BUT I BET U THAY DATED SOMEWHERE DOWN THE LINE IN REAL LIFE LOL! January 22, 2008

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