poster

1986

(10/13/1986) (US)

TV Movie, Drama,

1h 40m

60

User Score

Overview

Based on a true story. Karin is a young blind girl who's been encouraged by her overprotective parents to encounter life boldly. Karin meets a handsome young man named Richie, who falls in love with her. Seeking greater independence from her family, Karin becomes romantically involved with him. But Richie's love, too, smothers Karin, who realizes that she is trading one dependency for another. After entering and winning a dance contest, Karin feels strong and determined to find her own way. She accepts the fact that she must face the unknown in order to grow.

1986

60

User Score

(10/13/1986) (US)

TV Movie, Drama,

1h 40m

Overview

Based on a true story. Karin is a young blind girl who's been encouraged by her overprotective parents to encounter life boldly. Karin meets a handsome young man named Richie, who falls in love with her. Seeking greater independence from her family, Karin becomes romantically involved with him. But Richie's love, too, smothers Karin, who realizes that she is trading one dependency for another. After entering and winning a dance contest, Karin feels strong and determined to find her own way. She accepts the fact that she must face the unknown in order to grow.

Cast

Justine Bateman

Justine Bateman

Karin Nichols

Max Gail

Max Gail

Mel Nichols

Jason Bateman

Jason Bateman

Larry Nichols

Roger Wilson

Roger Wilson

Richie Valente

Frances Lee McCain

Frances Lee McCain

Joan Nichols

Marty Schiff

Marty Schiff

Bus Driver

Vicki Eaton

Vicki Eaton

Rehab Counselor

Harold Diamond

Harold Diamond

Judo Instructor

Francis Florio

Francis Florio

Nursery Manager

Margaret Wheeler

Margaret Wheeler

Mrs. Macklin