A horse trainer who has lost his skill, a promising young horse with a possibly fatal injury and a young girl with a devotional belief in both of them provide the basis for this heart string tugging tale. A life affirming family film about winning against all the odds.
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EXTRAORDINARY MEASURES (2009)
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A biotechnology executive and his wife attempt to save the lives of their 2 children who suffer from a genetic condition, Pompe disease. After contacting a relevant scientific researcher they raise wads of cash to fund the development of a drug.
Based on a true story "Extraordinary Measures" effectively portrays the conflicts of interest between the profit motives of the drug companies and the needs of patients. It avoids degenerating into slush and the star cast raises it above your average T
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