For the Love of Nancy

For the Love of Nancy

A revealing look at a devastating illness.

1994 · 100 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama, TV Movie

The parents of an anorexic woman fight to save her life.

Directed by Paul Schneider · Written by Carol Evan McKeand

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