Alison's Baby
Brief Synopsis
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Born without arms and with truncated legs, Alison Lapper is aware of the problems posed by physical disadvantages. A versatile artist who works in several media, including painting and photography, this documentary profiles the 34-year-old British artist who refuses to let her extreme physical limit
Cast & Crew
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Bente Milton
Director
Alison Lapper
Herself
Nancy Abraham
Producer
Alison Lapper
Other
Sheila Nevins
Executive Producer
Film Details
Also Known As
Cinemax Reel Life (10/09/01)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Technical Specs
Duration
49m
Synopsis
Born without arms and with truncated legs, Alison Lapper is aware of the problems posed by physical disadvantages. A versatile artist who works in several media, including painting and photography, this documentary profiles the 34-year-old British artist who refuses to let her extreme physical limitations prevents her from having and caring for a child. Beginning with her courageous decision to go through with the unplanned pregnancy, the documentary reveals Lapper's indomitable character as she goes through a Caesarian section birth and later starts to care for her newborn infant, Parys.
Director
Bente Milton
Director
Film Details
Also Known As
Cinemax Reel Life (10/09/01)
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2001
Technical Specs
Duration
49m
