Death Be Not Proud

Death Be Not Proud

The True Story of a Brave Young Man Who Gave His Parents a Legacy Of Life....and Love.

NR 1975 · 100 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

Based on the book by famed author John Gunther about the life and early death of his teenage son Johnny, who died from a brain tumor.

Directed by Donald Wrye · Written by Donald Wrye

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