It Was A Wonderful Life
Academy Award-nominee Michele Ohayon presents a riveting and powerful account of six women who are members of America's growing "hidden homeless" population. Narrated by Jodie Foster, and with an original musical score by Melissa Ethridge, this heart-wrenching film expertly captures the hardships and triumphs these courageous women experience in their daily struggle for survival.
Year: 1992
Genre: Documentaries, General Docos, Political Docos, Biography
Country: USA
Director: Michele Ohayon
Starring: Narrated by, Jodie Foster
Duration: 82 Minutes
Rating: Ex
6.9/10
Location in store: Documentary (General)
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