A Friend Indeed: The Bill Sackter Story

2008 | 90 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)

A Friend Indeed: The Bill Sackter Story
  • Overview

    The true story of Bill Sackter's emergence from lifelong institutionalization, to become an international hero for people with disabilities.

  • Release Date

    07 June 2008

  • DirectingLane Wyrick
  • Budget

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  • Revenue

    $0.00

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