The Loretta Claiborne Story

TV Movie
2000
TV-G
1h 40m

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6.6/10

294

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Camryn Manheim and Kimberly Elise in The Loretta Claiborne Story (2000)

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A disabled young girl from a disadvantaged home setting develops self esteem and success in life through Special Olympics competition. Based on the true story of Loretta Claiborne.A disabled young girl from a disadvantaged home setting develops self esteem and success in life through Special Olympics competition. Based on the true story of Loretta Claiborne.A disabled young girl from a disadvantaged home setting develops self esteem and success in life through Special Olympics competition. Based on the true story of Loretta Claiborne.

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IMDb RATING

6.6/10

294

YOUR RATING

8User reviews

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1jgarland-80537

Yeah here's the truth the movie is awful

The only good things about this one is the ending and Special Olympics broadcast stock footage but that's it. It's has mean spirited and violent tone, unlikable characters, the story was awful, lazy cinematography, and the writing is just backwards I'm going to stick to The Hunchback of Notre Dame so I can move on with this awful movie.

10walkerpeggy81

L. Clairborne

I truly enjoyed this movie. The movie is so touching. I am 60 years old and had no knowledge of this lady. The story is incredible, so uplifting for all. I am sure that once watching this story, everyone had to receive something. (a lesson).

A heart touching story, and it shows that you can do anything that you want, regardless of your family, siblings or anyone else. I commend her and the people that played her role in the movie.

I cried so much, though it's just another example of determination, will power and faith. Holding on to your Faith, you can accomplish anything that you want and need to do.

This story could help stop some of the bullying also. Thou is a true life story, there are plenty who try to fit in others lives once they have made great accomplishments.

The movie L. Clairborne, could have a positive impact on all children of the 2000's.

8CiboMatto

A Touching Story...

I watched this movie on ABC a couple of months ago. It was a touching story about the true life of Loretta Claiborne(Kimberly Elise), a mentally retarded woman. It tells about her life through anger, happiness, and reaching her dreams. She was introduced to what she loved, Track and Field, from Janet McFarland(Camryn Manheim). She starts to win track meets and everything seems fine. But There are still many problems she faces as she goes on through life... Camryn Manheim Acted Well in this Drama. But Kimberly Elise Gave A SUPERB acting role as Claiborne. A Great Movie. Great For the Family with many great messages kids can learn from. I'm a guy and I rarely cry, but this movie made me cry. Grade : B+ or 8/10

granprix49

wonderful story

i just wanted to say , i watched the movie as well, it was so heart touching and very close to home for me, i have a grandson Name Kevin , he is 13 yrs old, he has cerebral palsy,,, he is a delight to our family, he has come so far , at one time he couldn't even sit up without falling over, he's been in school since he was 3 yrs old, and he has accomplished so much , but still such a long way to go , when i see stories of such, it gives me so much hope,,,,,, i would love to see my Kevin up and walking & talking , but just to know that he is still here on this earth with us, it's such a blessing,,,,,i'am sure there are many other families that can say the same,,,,,,,,,

Woodbridge, Va

10tha_diva_of_divas

its a story showing what life is really about

i saw this movie not so long ago and it was one of the best movies i have seen in a long long time. it was such a touching movie showing what life is about and what you can archive. for the first time i cried during a movie i give big props to the film makers.

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Miss Annie Rydell: She was afraid to come home, so I brought her. I heard what happened at the high school.
Rita Claiborne: She doesn't go to high school anymore, Miss Rydell. She starts work at the retarded workshop tomorrow. Some social worker's coming to put her there with all those other unwanted people. She could have had something better for herself and she threw it all away!
Miss Annie Rydell: She's really hurting right now, Mrs. Claiborne. Look, I know the timing isn't the best, but I was wondering if you'd let Loretta keep Buster.
Rita Claiborne: That dog? What's that, some sort of consolation prize? I know you're never going to belong Loretta, but you can keep my dog.
Miss Annie Rydell: I was Loretta's teacher, Mrs. Claiborne, but I think of myself as her friend. And she's struggling right now, and she needs something to give her heart. She's always had this special love for Buster. You give her comfort.
Rita Claiborne: That's a pretty speech, Miss Rydell, but no. I do not reward bad behavior in my children.
[Rita heads back inside the house]