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My Left Foot

1989

Born with severe cerebral palsy into a large working-class Dublin family and able to control only his left foot, Christy Brown defies all expectations to become a celebrated painter and writer. Jim Sheridan's inspiring drama based on a true story.

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Part of 10 Essential Irish Films

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