USA,
1999, 89 min
Directed by:
Mick JacksonScreenplay:
Thomas RickmanCinematography:
Theo van de SandeComposer:
Marco BeltramiCast:
Jack Lemmon, Hank Azaria, Caroline Aaron, Bonnie Bartlett, John Carroll Lynch, John Billingsley, Jeff Bryan Davis, Jesse D. Goins, Carlton Wilborn (more)Plots(1)
One night, Mitch happens to catch Morrie's appearance on a national news program and learns his old professor is battling Lou Gehrig's disease. After the telecast, Mitch contacts Morrie, and what starts as a visit turns into a pilgrimage as Mitch opens his heart to the lessons Morrie has to teach him. As the bond grows between these two men, Mitch learns that professional commitments don't mean anything without the love of family and friends. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Golden Globes
- 2000 - Jack Lemmon (Best Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture – Television)
Critics Choice Awards
- 2000 - Best Movie Made for Television