Dawn Anna

2005

Dawn Anna

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Movie Info

Debra Winger made a rare television appearance in this emotional made-for-cable drama, based on a true story. Dawn Anna Townsend (Winger) is a single mother who has made the most of a sometimes difficult life -- despite raising four children alone on a teacher's salary, she loves her family, enjoys her work, and finds time to coach the school's volleyball team as well as start a new romance. However, Dawn Anna is handed an even greater challenge when she's diagnosed with a brain tumor; while surgery saves her life, she can no longer speak or walk, and must learn to do these things all over again. With the help of her loved ones, Dawn Anna bucks the odds and teaches herself to lead a normal life again, but another tragedy is waiting for her around the corner.

Rating:

G
Genre:

Drama, Television
Directed By:

Arliss Howard
Written By:

Albert T. Lemme, Arliss Howard, James Howard
In Theaters:

Jan 10, 2005 wide
On Disc/Streaming:

Jul 12, 2005
Runtime:

88 minutes
Studio:

Blue Star Pictures

Cast

Debra Winger
as Dawn Anna

Alex Van
as Bink

Sam Howard
as Josh

Stephen Warner
as Matt

Krista Rae
as Kristin

Tatiana Maslany
as Lauren (age 12)

Robert Theberge
as Shane

Quinn Singer
as Lauren (age 17)

Patricia Harras
as Mary

Greg Lawson
as Dr. Emmerson

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Aug 21, 2012

Heart wrenching. It always hits you that much harder knowing it's a true story.

Erin C Super Reviewer
Aug 19, 2012

Very moving biodrama. Debra Winger was wonderful. Some of the supporting acting was a little raw. Plenty of moments that choked me up. The ending was a complete surprise for me. I had no idea. I could barely hold it together.....

Cynthia S Super Reviewer
Aug 20, 2009

Debra Winger's awesome as a real-life title role who overcomes many of life's obstacles. I enjoyed viewing this drama film and the great unity of a family with their mother and each other. There was very joyous scenes and also very bitter and heart breaking ones. I was surprised the family used only one ASL sign language saying - "I love you'. So sweet!

Dean M Super Reviewer