letters to eleanore (2024)
A documentary about disability, perseverance, and the story of a girl and her wheelchair.
"letters to eleanore" is a poignant feature-length documentary that explores the intertwined journeys of two remarkable girls, Keith from Canto Grande in Lima, Peru, who bravely navigates life with cerebral palsy alongside her devoted mother, and Olivia from Litchfield, Minnesota, whose experiences highlight the stark contrasts in societal attitudes towards disability in their respective countries. As their narratives unfold, they are beautifully interwoven with the legacy of Eleanore and her family, whose life, untimely death, and the impact of her wheelchair ignited a powerful movement of hope for countless children and their families facing similar challenges. This film is not just a story of perseverance and love; it is a testament to the strength of community, brought to life through the collaborative efforts of volunteers, students, and communities across Peru and the United States, embodying a true grassroots style of storytelling that resonates with authenticity and compassion.
Cast
- Tamara Kittelson - Self
- Sandra Candela - Self
- Lisa Ficker - Self
- Laura Miklautsch - Self
- Eleanore Kittelson-Aldred - Self
- Jose Antonio Patron Quispe - Self
- Trish Toole - Self
- Anna Marie Tschida - Self
- Scott Valentine - Self
- T. Sammie Wakefield - Self
Keywords
wheelchair, human rights, disability, grassroots movement, perú
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is letters to eleanore about?
- "letters to eleanore" is a poignant feature-length documentary that explores the intertwined journeys of two remarkable girls, Keith from Canto Grande in Lima, Peru, who bravely navigates life with cerebral palsy alongside her devoted mother, and Olivia from Litchfield, Minnesota, whose experiences highlight the stark contrasts in societal attitudes towards disability in their respective countries. As their narratives unfold, they are beautifully interwoven with the legacy of Eleanore and her family, whose life, untimely death, and the impact of her wheelchair ignited a powerful movement of hope for countless children and their families facing similar challenges. This film is not just a story of perseverance and love; it is a testament to the strength of community, brought to life through the collaborative efforts of volunteers, students, and communities across Peru and the United States, embodying a true grassroots style of storytelling that resonates with authenticity and compassion.
- Who directed letters to eleanore?
- letters to eleanore was directed by Nich Perez.
- Who stars in letters to eleanore?
- letters to eleanore stars Tamara Kittelson, Sandra Candela, Lisa Ficker, Laura Miklautsch, Eleanore Kittelson-Aldred, Jose Antonio Patron Quispe.
- How long is letters to eleanore?
- letters to eleanore has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is letters to eleanore?
- letters to eleanore is a Documentary film.
- What is the budget of letters to eleanore?
- letters to eleanore had a budget of $100,000.