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16 January 1989 (USA) morePlot:
The story of Ryan White, a 13-year-old haemophiliac who contracted AIDS from factor VIII, which was used to control this disorder. more | add synopsisPlot Keywords:
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Excellent telling of the tragic life of Ryan White moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Judith Light | ... | Jeanne White | |
| Lukas Haas | ... | Ryan White | |
| Michael Bowen | ... | Harley | |
| Nikki Cox | ... | Andrea White | |
| George Dzundza | ... | Dr. Kleiman | |
| Valerie Landsburg | |||
| Sarah Jessica Parker | ... | Laura | |
| Mitch Ryan | ... | Tom | |
| Peter Scolari | ... | David Day | |
| Grace Zabriskie | ... | Gloria White | |
| George C. Scott | ... | Charles Vaughan Sr | |
| Kathy Wagner | ... | Sue Hatch | |
| Casey Ellison | ... | Heath | |
| Cliff Bemis | |||
| Mark Joy | ... | Charles Vaughan Jr. |
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Brazil:102 min | Argentina:105 min | USA:105 minCountry:
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1.33 : 1 moreSound Mix:
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Statesville, North Carolina, USAFun Stuff
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Cameo: [Ryan White]a hospital patient named Chad. moreQuotes:
Judith Light: I'm Judith Light. The film you are about to see 'The Ryan White Story' is being shown in an encore presentation as a tribute to Ryan.[Narrating]
Judith Light: I played his mother, Jeanne, and through the filming I came to know him. I remember Ryan for his enthusiasm and his passion for life. He was with us from start to finish as we filmed his story. He was everywhere; caring, helping; and above all savoring the experience. I will forever miss him. His courage inspired us; his sheer warmed us; and his grace made our troubles insignificant. Ryan always considered making this movie the highlight of his life.
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Lukas Haas stars as Ryan White, the young boy who became the poster child for young AIDS victims.. the movie tells the story of his life and its ups and downs as he struggles with the disease and ignorance of the people around him. 8 of 10