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Lorenzo's Oil is a 1992 drama film directed and co-written by George Miller. It is based on the true story of Augusto and Michaela Odone, parents who search for a cure for their son Lorenzo's adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD), leading to the development of Lorenzo's oil.
Jan 29, 1993 · Based on a true story, this 1992 film follows the parents of Lorenzo Odone, a boy with adrenoleukodystrophy, a degenerative nerve disorder. They search for a cure and discover a possible treatment with the help of a biochemist.
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- Biography, Drama
- George Miller
- 1993-01-29
Lorenzo's oil is a combination of two fatty acids used to treat two rare genetic disorders that affect the nervous system and adrenal glands. Learn about its effectiveness, safety, dosage, and interactions from WebMD.
Buy or rent. PG-13. YouTube Movies & TV. 181M subscribers. Subscribed. Like. Nick Nolte and Susan Sarandon star in this powerful drama based on the true story of one...
Jan 15, 1993 · A movie about a real-life couple who discover a treatment for their son's fatal nerve disease, using olive oil. Roger Ebert praises the performances, the direction and the script of this harrowing but inspiring drama.
Dec 22, 2021 · Lorenzo’s oil is a mixture of fatty acids derived from olive and rapeseed oils. It may help lower VLCFAs and slow the progression of ALD, a rare neurodegenerative disorder, but only in the early stages.
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True-life drama of a father and mother who battled against the odds to save their son's life. Augusto and Michaela Odone are dealt a cruel blow by fate: five-year-old Lorenzo is diagnosed with a...
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- Drama
- PG-13