IMDb >
Dying to Be Perfect: The Ellen Hart Pena Story (1996) (TV)
Watch It
Buy it at Amazon
Rent it at blockbuster.com
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
BETA
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsDying to Be Perfect: The Ellen Hart Pena Story (1996) (TV) More at IMDbPro »
Overview
User Rating:
Contact:
View company contact information for Dying to Be Perfect: The Ellen Hart Pena Story on IMDbPro.Release Date:
24 November 1996 (USA) morePlot:
Story about a runner whose bulimia and anorexia threatens both her dream of competing in the Olympics and her marriage to Denver's mayor. | add synopsisPlot Keywords:
User Comments:
very good true story of Ellen Hart-Pena's battle with bulimia moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Crystal Bernard | ... | Ellen Hart Pena |
 | Esai Morales | ... | Federico Pena |
 | Casey Sander | ... | Dave Shattuck |
| Tom Atkins | ... | Henry Hart |
| L. Scott Caldwell | ||
| Amy Beth Reece | ... | Chris Hart |
| Shirley Knight | ... | Joan Hart |
| Sheila Ivy Traister | ... | Terry |
| Leigh Reyburn | ... | Gayle |
| Lois Hicks | ... | Jude |
| Richard Jury | ... | Doctor |
| Jerry Wayne | ... | Professor |
| Paul McLean | ... | Coach |
| John Scott Clough | ... | John |
| Vincent C. Robinson | ... | Professor |
Additional Details
Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
87 minCountry:
USALanguage:
EnglishColor:
ColorAspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 moreSound Mix:
StereoFilming Locations:
Denver, Colorado, USAFAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Dying to Be Perfect: The Ellen Hart Pena Story (1996) (TV)Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| Inherit the Wind | Ray | Fury to Freedom | The Greatest | In the Line of Duty: Blaze of Glory |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| IMDb Drama section | IMDb USA section | Add this title to MyMovies |
I found this an involving woman's picture about Ellen Hart-Pena, whose husband, Federico Pena went on to become the Secretary of Energy. Ellen Hart-Pena was an world-class distance runner with Olympic aspirations spoiled by her eating disorders. She keeps her problems a secret from her family and husband. When she finally seeks help, she does confess to her husband, making light of her problem and acting as if she no longer has one. Eventually, her life careens totally out of control.
This is a story of Pena's addiction but also of her slow recovery, her anger, and her resistance. It's also a story of a strong marriage that survived many problems. Crystal Bernard is effective and sympathetic in the lead role.