Based on a true story. Liz Murray is a young girl who is taken care of by her loving, but drug-addicted parents. Liz becomes homeless at 15 and after a tragedy comes upon her, she begins her work to finish high school.
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| Thora Birch | ... | Liz Murray | |
| Michael Riley | ... | Peter | |
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Robert Bockstael | ... | David |
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Makyla Smith | ... | Chris |
| Kelly Lynch | ... | Jean Murray | |
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Jennifer Pisana | ... | Young Liz |
| Aron Tager | ... | Pops | |
| Ellen Page | ... | Young Lisa | |
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Marla McLean | ... | Lisa |
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Marguerite McNeil | ... | Eva |
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Amber Godfrey | ... | Dawn |
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John Fulton | ... | Old Irish Cop |
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Rejean Cournoyer | ... | Young Irish Cop |
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Mauralea Austin | ... | Miss Wanda |
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Based on a true story. Liz Murray is a young girl who is taken care of by her loving, but drug-addicted parents. Liz becomes homeless at 15 and after a tragedy comes upon her, she begins her work to finish high school.
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When there was nothing to believe in, she believed in herself.Parents Guide:
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7 April 2003 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Homeless to Harvard: The Liz Murray Story See more »Filming Locations:
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Liz Murray: My mom calls me Elizabeth when she is going insane.
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Based on the true story of Elizabeth "Liz" Murray. The real Liz appeared in the movie as a social worker and was also a co-producer for the production. See more »Quotes
Teacher at Public School: Elizabeth is a fine name. What's your problem with it?Liz Murray: My mom calls me Elizabeth when she is going insane.
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One of the few movies I've seen that truly talks about the problems that many societies around the globe are suffering from. It also goes to show you how far you can go if you are determined on something. So, you can really make a change if you put your mind into it. And it goes to show you that there is always hope for a better tomorrow. You just have to work hard for it. We all face problems of various degrees. But whatever the problem may be, we can face it with strong belief and strong will. Be someone and make your life and all the world around you a better place. I loved the movie, the story, the music, and, on top of all, the performance of Thora Birch. In my opinion, it is a must see.