Overview

Going through life without legs, 12-year-old Kenny is active and enthusiastic, resisting the pressure to wear prosthetic limbs. He also finds himself the subject of a documentary made by a visiting French film crew. As the production unfolds, Kenny’s parents, brother, and absentee sister bring long-simmering tensions to the surface, shaking Kenny’s delicate sense of balance. Determined to better understand his place in the world, he hits the road for a daring journey of self-discovery.

Cast

Kenny Easterday, Caitlin Clarke, Liane Curtis, Zach Grenier, Jesse Easterday, Tom Reddy, Alain Saint-Alix, Daniel Lambert

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What is "The Kid Brother" about?

Going through life without legs, 12-year-old Kenny is active and enthusiastic, resisting the pressure to wear prosthetic limbs. He also finds himself the subject of a documentary made by a visiting French film crew. As the production unfolds, Kenny’s parents, brother, and absentee sister bring long-simmering tensions to the surface, shaking Kenny’s delicate sense of balance. Determined to better understand his place in the world, he hits the road for a daring journey of self-discovery.

When was "The Kid Brother" released?

The Kid Brother was released in 1987.

Who stars in "The Kid Brother"?

The cast includes Kenny Easterday, Caitlin Clarke, Liane Curtis, Zach Grenier.