I'll Never Get to Heaven

I'll Never Get to Heaven

A girl must decide between her conscience or her Catholic school's strict rules.

1993 · 92 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama, Family

When a father leaves his family, his religious daughter faces a new school and added responsibilities.

Directed by Stefan Scaini · Written by Kathleen M. Turner

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