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"Kid Brother"
1987
Directed by Claude Gagnon

In this "refreshingly candid, humorous and emotionally engaging" (Toronto Star) drama, inspired by the story of star Kenny Easterday, a boy born without legs must struggle with how his appearance affects others. He tries to live like any other 13-year-old kid, but the reactions of those around him is a never-ending hurdle to that goal. When a French TV crew invades his home, it sparks the boy to find out why his sister left home shortly after he was born. "...heartwarming and disturbing in equal proportions" (Variety). Also known as Kenny. Grand Prize-winner, Montreal International Film Festival.  95 minutes.