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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.
- John Seale
- Doug Mitchell, George Miller
Jan 29, 1993 · Based on a true story, Lorenzo's Oil tells how a couple fights for their son's life after he is diagnosed with a rare and fatal nerve disease. The film features Nick Nolte, Susan Sarandon, Peter Ustinov and Don Suddaby, and was nominated for two Oscars.
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- George Miller
- PG-13
- Nick Nolte, Susan Sarandon, Peter Ustinov
Mar 18, 2024 · ALD is a rare genetic disorder that affects the myelin sheath of nerve cells and causes neurologic symptoms. Lorenzo's Oil is a treatment that can slow down the disease progression, but it is not a cure.
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.
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.
A true story of a family fighting a rare and incurable brain disorder that affects their son Lorenzo. The parents, inspired by their love and determination, embark on a quest to find a cure and challenge the medical establishment.
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A true-life drama of a family's fight to save their son from a rare and incurable disease. See critics' reviews, ratings, and watch the trailer of Lorenzo's Oil, starring Nick Nolte and Susan Sarandon.
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- Drama
- PG-13