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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta Lacks lead to medical breakthroughs.

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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

Description

Docudrama, Biography93 Mins2017
Starts04/01/2018Expires03/31/2024

In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta Lacks lead to breakthroughs that change the face of medicine forever. Aided by writer Rebecca Skloot, Deborah Lacks embarks on a quest to learn about the mother she never knew.

Moods

  • Moving
  • Incredible
  • Inspiring

Cast

  • Oprah Winfreyas Deborah Lacks

    Oprah Winfreyas Deborah Lacks

  • Rose Byrneas Rebecca Skloot

    Rose Byrneas Rebecca Skloot

  • Renée Elise Goldsberryas Henrietta Lacks

    Renée Elise Goldsberryas Henrietta Lacks

  • Rocky Carrollas Sonny Lacks

    Rocky Carrollas Sonny Lacks

  • Courtney B. Vanceas Sir Lord Keenan Kester Cofield

    Courtney B. Vanceas Sir Lord Keenan Kester Cofield