“we were not friends, friends don’t hurt each other. i know what a friend is, you know how you treated me back then and you have to live with it.” PERIOD.
: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16❤❤
Kimberley Elise is a phenomenal actor period..when I see her I know the movie is going to be great. She deserves soo much more recognition. One of the greatest actresses I've ever watched if not the greatest.
It’s crazy how they made it seem like she was fighting on purpose when she was just defending herself ugh. Y’all don’t know what she been through smh. 🙄
This happens a lot. When the victim of bullying finally decides to fight back and defend themselves, they are labelled as the aggressor, attacker and bad person. Many times they end up getting expelled or unfairly disciplined, yet the bully gets away with it and continues bullying them and other people.
My Mother taught mentally challenged children 42 years. I didn’t understand as a child why she worked all day and sometimes she would bring the children home on weekends. IWe was always taught that everyone was different, special in their own way. It was like we didn’t notice the difference in others. I thank my mother she gave us a joy no one could ever take from us. This movie took me back to those time that we defended and protected those that couldn’t protect themselves and we loved it. ❤ Kimberly Elise is AMAZING I’ve laughed, cried and done it again! This movie is one that should be watched by children across the country. The world would be a better place and just maybe they would understand what we all need and that’s Love.❤
This was such a lovely and heartwarming comment. Your mother sounds so kind, loving and overall awesome for the great work she did with her students and with her own children. She had plenty of love and compassion to go around.
Yo mom is a hero,these are people that should get awards and a lot of money to help and build more facilities creating jobs and families get help from distress and children get all the help they deserve and joy with love and care,may God bless your mom,and I'm sure you as her children are well trained by yo mom bringing those children around u, you all could change the world,I wonder why people don't pay attention to powerful things and comments like this instead of giving money in the streets and malls encouraging more poverty of drugs and alcohol I'm the cities😢❤
I wish parents would stop tell kids that "Sticks and stone" rhyme cause you know what names and words really do hurt. It's part of the reason a lot of our teenagers are dead.🤦
That’s the point but also that’s how Rita was raised to never let anything get to her that’s why she was always so busy and never had time to relax and enjoy getting to really know her children Rita’s parents probably was the same way it’s a generational thing but Loretta and I believe Sam broke that curse I don’t remember hearing about the other kids she said she had six they must’ve turned out okay as well
I was wondering was I the only one who was getting teary eyed watching. Yes this movie was very touching. & I agree with you 100% on God giving Rita Loretta for a reason
The same here I’ve been crying since the movie started and I pray and hope that every parent that has an artistic/special needs child teach them as well as Loretta Mom did because they has to learn to, I work at a elementary school and a lot of the artistic kid’s parents don’t teach them because I feel like they just want to baby them and that’s not a good learning technique 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Her sister thought her looks were were supposed to be her savior and away from responsibility n living life the normal way not of off looks alone. Her mother raised her right but her thoughts were evil n messed up.
That's how my God sister is she thinks she is so much better than me because I don't have a normal life or have kids I don't drive my life is not great my mom takes my check and doesn't give me much of my money it's not right if I was normal she wouldn't be treating me this way it's not right 😢😢
I cried so much. When that girl poked her in the forehead and called her stupid brought me back to a really hard time when my mother and brother called me stupid. I was young and I still can remember that moment and cry like I'm 10 again. Because of that moment, and my learning disabilities. I never thought I could or would accomplish much. This story is amazing. She is absolutely incredible.
Never allow anyone else to speak negatively into your life. GOD said we can do all things through Christ that strengthens me. Praying God bless you in every area of your life ❤
Look up Marva Collins. She has a strong opinion regarding others attempting to predict the capabilities of children. Maybe it will help nurture that hurt inner child of yours.
The name of the girl who poked Loretta's head and called her "stupid" was Alice and she was a traitor. First, she asked Loretta for help in getting a petition signed and raising money to form a girl's track team. Then, she stabbed Loretta in the back by telling the coach she was handicapped so she could not be on the team. No wonder Loretta didn't want her as a friend after she finally came into her own, and I didn't blame her one bit. Alice didn't know what she was missing in the long run.
Seeing people take advantage of or be mean to people that are not “normal” makes me so mad I be ready to fight😤 their usually the sweetest people how can you hate them cause their different. Even tho I know these aren’t the real people I wanted to jump thru the screen so many time
Her mom was mad at her and violence is never the answer but her mom is ignoring the root cause behind Loretta violence was her being tired of people mistreating her because of her learning disabilities
I think her mom was trying to treat her like she didn't suffer from mental retardation as you can see throughout the movie and letting her know that wasn't the answer...because I was like but they were hitting her but then I saw how she was treating her...she was trying to raise her as normal as possible and look what happened...
@@Daydreams-hu2fs she truly wanted Loretta to be treated like everyone else. Even though she was different. She wanted her to have as normal a life as possible. That means disciplining her the same as everyone else. I don’t agree with everything in the movie . But Rita seemed like a good mom to her daughter.
Her mum, teacher her brother, this movie is such an inspiration. They never gave up on her and showed her such love and support. Everyone should see this awesome movie. She’s so talented and beautiful.
I was Loretta and the kids that used to make of me, never finished school with a diploma. I hate when my brother would leave for college and I used to feel alone because he was the only one who would protect his baby sister. Today I am a single mother raising a child by myself because I worked and when to school with seven degrees but it didn't make me better, it made stronger and became even smarter.
Loretta overcame so many obstacles of abusive behavior from her classmates, and then at the work place for mentally challenged. She was expected to act as though the abuse was inconsequential by social worker. Im glad she overcame obstacles to achieve her goals . Het mother had it rough trying to raise 6 children on a housekeeper's wages in the 1960s -1970s. Her brother and her teacher really cared for her. Her mom loved her but was broken. Kimberly Elise is a dynamic actress on the same level as her godmother, the late great Cicely Tyson. The woman who played Eunice Shriver looks like she really is a Kennedy.
oh Cisely Tyson was an astonishing charismatic force of nature , I admire her so much as a highly accomplished actress . Love ANY film she is in . Fried Green Tomato's is one of my all time favourite films with her in and the one where she is a teacher to underpreviledged ( excuse spelling ) children based on a true story ;D
Loretta's mother Rita, her brother Sam, Miss Rydell, Janet McFarland, Coach Andy from Special Olympics, and Eunice Kennedy Shriver were all wonderful role models to Loretta. Janet was initially brusque and impatient, but Loretta eventually realized that she genuinely cared about her and wanted her to be successful.
I give this movie a perfect 10/10. It is a must see. Thanks to all who made it possible. Thank You Father God that You give beauty for ashes and no one is a mistake but is instead Your perfect masterpiece.❤
i am so proud of loretta. she is from my city. i see her running all the time on the streets. its amazing to see her just being herself doing her thing. what a legend.
sometimes disabilities are severe and they cannot be overcome or worked around, also most people do not have the support and opportunities Loretta was blessed to have.
Loretta: I never thought you even liked me Christine Loretta: I should have known you wouldn't do anything nice for me Loretta: where are you going can I come see you Loretta: why are you always mad at me Me: awe 😢😊🥺 Loretta was such a kind heart she wanted to get along with her big sister but honestly her own sister was jealous of her as she said it's sad how females receive jealousy from other females but it's even sadder when females are on the receiving end of jealousy from their own sisters once Loretta realized that her own sister was Jealous of her it broke her heart 💔
OMG I have been hoping that someone would upload this made-for-TV movie I watched when I was in grade school! I remember how dignified Loretta's mom was portrayed.
I loved the movie. Although I began sobbing uncontrollably because in many ways I've been treated so horribly by my family members my whole life, so the deep deep pain in my life came flooding out of my heart. May the Good Lord come very near to those that can sadly relate to these words. 😭😭😭💔💔💔
I'm sorry to hear you were treated poorly, but there is a God and he always has a special place for you❤🙏🏼 May God bless you always and always remember don't change for anyone God made you special ❤🙏🏼
I was in special education almost my whole life, from the time I was in elementary school to the time I was in high school and it was embarrassing and it helped me, I needed it
I love movies like this remind me when Ray Charles mommy pushed him to do his best and be smart so nobody could take advantage of his blindness. Everyone acted great but can we not only give credit to Kimberly Elise cause little lorretta did a great job acting as well.Thank God for good teachers like her teacher.
Watching this movie makes me feel that the movie Forrest Gump was literally depicted from her life story and then reshaped in Hollywood's eyes. I'm flabbergasted by the many similarities
This is one of the best movies I have seen. What great lessons to be learned. How wonderful is the program of Special Olympics. Thank you for putting this on CZcams.
My yearbook has my picture in the special Olympics but they really need to drop MR because other words exist and are physically and mentally draining others.
Kimberly Elise is an amazing actress! She puts her all into her roles! I always thought she was Cecily's daughter for the longest time. If a movie is ever made about her, Kimberly better get the role.
It reminds me of how much my mom went through having a child with sickle cell disease!!! I've accomplished so much due to her never enabling me & telling me I can do anything those without this disease can do. I'm 33 now & I still face mistreatment especially in ERs & Hospitals unfortunately...
Your mum did an awesome job and good on you for being a teachable child who listened to your mum. Not everyone listens and chooses to overcome their obstacles, others would rather be victims of circumstance and get pitied. Why do you face mistreatment in ERs and hospitals in general?
This is absolutely the most heartwarming movie ever Miss . Loretta, you are a true champion. God bless you in every area of your precious, powerful life
Thank you Disney for making this movie, I was in tears the whole time. I had a special needs child for 24 years so the pain and struggles were real for merry. God bless all those who played a part in her development.
Watching this movie reminded me of the bullying that happened to me in school years ago & the fighting back that I should’ve done, but didn’t do. I am very proud of Loretta Claiborne & her success. Her fighting back was something that I regret not doing when I should’ve done it.
Please don’t blame yourself. When our survival gets challenged, in this case when we get bullied, it is normal that everyone have their own reactions. Sometimes I used to fight back and other times I used to freeze. It is called Fight-flight- freeze response. I hope this makes you feel better and know, you’re not alone ❤I give you a hug 🫂
I'm confused (not really) as to why this young lady keeps getting abused, when she defends herself, why is she the only person punished? Of course this still happens
I watched this movie over a decade ago and was trying to find it to watch it again, only to watch it today. Some parts were so sad and difficult to watch.
😭😭😭 who else cries through this entire movie. What a gift Loretta is to this world. Isn’t it ironic she is special needs due to her impairment but what I see is a woman who has changed the lives of everyone she came across. So beautiful and beyond her shortcomings. One love and respect ✊🏾
Why her sister throw her under the bus she took advantage of her innocence. And those girls took advantage of Her as well SMH .I have a add and Autism and a roommate took advantage of my kindness.
I remember this movie. My teacher showed us this movie school when I was younger during black history month. We never got finish watching to the end. I've been looking for this movie for years and I could never find it.
This movie is ridiculously good! 👍🏼 Well written, well casted, funny, sad, GREAT from beginning to end. Also, doesn't hurt having a cameo from a young Denzel either 🤷🏿♀️🤭. Kimberly Elise was perfect...the whole cast actually was perfect! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
What a beautiful story and great acting from everyone.👏🏾🌹💐 Ms. M. Kennedy, for founding the Special Olympics.👏🏾💐I’m so very grateful for the mom not enabling Loretta, and letting her know that she can do anything if she works hard enough. To her favorite teacher and social worker who cared for Loretta’s needs, how beautiful. 🥰💐💐 Loretta, helped mend relationships all around her, and became true friends with some of her team members and coaches. Loretta, ran herself right out of the Special Olympics, but stayed because she was loved, and she loved them in return. Thanks so much for sharing this movie!
Tear jerker 😢 but the greatest part is she won 🥇 at the end and even though the real Loretta may never know who I am I’ll always be at the finish line cheering her on 🎉
When I was little I used to drag my legs behind me trying to crawl I was only born one lb two ounces .. but it didn't take me long to learn how to walk and talk properly I surpassed my class after awhile ....Loretta is a special gurl and when I was little I didn't realize I was also special in a good way took me so many year to build self esteem and when I finally did someone came into my life and destroyed me I'm still picking up the pieces to my shattered life ...the bullying she went threw brought back so many memories for me 😔 I used to give the gurls money at school to like me but they always acted like they was my friends and took my money then at recess they wouldn't play with me I had to make up imaginary friends until my sister's and brother started going to school with me then nobody picked on me again because they were afriad of my little sister she would fight anyone for me even if it was a guy ..lol. Then when I got older I started giving all my money and my last to ppl to like me again but still didn't work then I met my bf and he started speaking up for me and taught me to speak up for myself now nobody can convince me to do nothing if I don't want to. It's still kinda hard for me to say no to ppl but I do. Even though I feel bad afterwards
I know that feeling all to well. It changed me into a pit bull in a skirt. Friends don't cost. Love don't cost. Nothing cost but bills and necessities, needs, and wants like a hair dew or nails done. If people DONT like you for U we keep moving and being true to ourselves and the right people will attract to us that are liked minded. You're special you're made from a chosen purpose and it's not to do what we use to. Let's continue to love ourselves with or without friends.
I don't have special needs and find it hard to say no but continued pain from. Thr people I give is teaching me to say no and stay away from those kind people they only use you
I use to work for the special Olympics in Minnesota; it truly was the best job I've ever had working and supporting the athletes, i enjoyed it so much that I went back to volunteer . That was so many years ago, but I would love to do again. I now work as a CNA and a CMT in a nursing home; taking care of psych and elderly residents.
This is a beautiful story of a young girl overcoming all the odds and stepping into victory in so many areas of her life. It’s a very sweet movie. Thank you for sharing it.
This cast did not disappoint. Where are the Oscars and more? Everyone made this ambitiously wonderful gift from Gd's story of conquest something that will be forever etched in my memory.
❤❤❤ I am sorry about that. This shows what a wonderful parent you are who doesn’t give up on her child. I wish I had parents like this when I was younger but for sure , as an adult, if I will ever have a child I will pour my heart and soul into loving and protecting him ! I admire parents like this ❤❤
This movie is so beautiful. I Read my bible verse for the day then this popped up in my reccomendations. It made me keep crying because I have a learning disability. I use to hate getting picked on and getting told I dont look like I have a learning disabillity. Then I hate when people dont realize its different ones. I remember getting bullied etc because of it. This movie really made me think of me now and my childhood but Im glad I found people. Who love me for me. Writing is my talent though. I love this no matter our challenges. Everyone is special in their own way.
Have you ever thought of going to a therapist or counselor to find out what kind of learning disability you have? I myself was born prematurely and knew all along that I was different but didn't realize I had issues with social skills until I struggled to find a job. (I started out in Special Ed and was bullied like Loretta in elementary and middle school.) Finally, at 30, I saw a psychologist and she said that, based on patterns of behavior she observed, I had Asperger Syndrome, a disorder high up on the autistic scale. I was actually relieved by this diagnosis because it gave me a better understanding of who I really am and guided me in finding a place to fit in. I ended up getting a job as a teacher's aide in Special Services and worked there faithfully for over ten years until I had my own children.
My goodness I didn't expect this movie to make me cry so profusely. 😭 😭 😭 What a purely inspirational woman. Thank you to all this responsible for this movie; for telling her story so elegantly & intently. Especially Kimberly Elise. Such an absolutely BRILLIANT actress.
Couldn't of picked a better person to play this historic role, other than Kimberly Elise‼️ Ms. Kimberly, your flowers are long overdue Sunshine‼️ 🌻🙏😷💐💐
You should read Torey Hayden's books. She was also another awesome special needs teacher and she documented the experiences she had with some of her students. If they could only make a movie about her too, I would love it. She's one of my few favourite authors.
Thank you so much for putting this movie up. I remember watching this was back when I was in the 3rd grade. Loretta story was so inspiring. I never forget my Grandmother seeing the commercials for this film and saying that our family was going to watch it. I could relate to her story because people mistreated me as well. Because I was gifted but yet challenged. . My Mother was like Mrs. Claiborne a single mother who had a special needs daughter. Although the odds were stacked up against me my Mother still fought through the challenges and I became a true success story. Those who wants mistreated me actually ended up congratulating me.
Wow. What a great movie. Her sister was probably the worst of them all. Thank God for women like Janet, who really take their job seriously and to a whole other level. And Bless Sam and Eunice Shriver.
I don't have any siblings, however, I have heard of many children having a difficult time growing up with a physically or mentally disabled or sickly siblings. They feel sidelined and invisible because the majority of attention goes to their special sibling and they end up feeling like they are unloved and not important. It is very important to make all children feel valued in the family when one child has more needs than the rest.
Also, don't forget Loretta's mother, Rita, who patiently and tirelessly soldiered her way through Loretta's difficult childhood and adolescence despite being a single working mom of six. And Loretta's teacher, Miss Rydell, for being one of her earliest advocates and role models.
Best movie I've seen in years or maybe the best movie I've ever seen that littles lady played that part to the max in the store was fantastic she is what you would call a real human.
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“we were not friends, friends don’t hurt each other. i know what a friend is, you know how you treated me back then and you have to live with it.” PERIOD.
Facts 💯💯💯
One of the many best lines in the movie.
Loved that!! In fact, adored the movie. It was an honor and a pleasure.
And you see the guilt on her face after she told her off cause she knew she was wrong
Reminds me of Forrest Gump.
She had such a nice relationship with her brother
: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16❤❤
Kimberly is just pure perfection in any performance she steps into.
She seems to play roles of mentally-challenged characters like this movie, and Beloved.
She played her parts well
Always
Agreed
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Kimberly Elise should’ve won a Oscar for her role as Ms. Claiborne. She did an extraordinary job!!
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ABSOULETLY EXTRAORDINARY !!! A Oscar Indeed
Kimberley Elise is a phenomenal actor period..when I see her I know the movie is going to be great. She deserves soo much more recognition. One of the greatest actresses I've ever watched if not the greatest.
I know one thing she is a wonderful actress.
You can say that a zillion times! 🥰🥰
Yes she's indeed super talented!
I’ve always looked at Kimberly Elise as the next Cicely Tyson great actress
Me too! I've always said that. If they ever do the Cicely Tyson movie she needs to star in it.
Kimberly is a FABULOUS ACTRESS
@@graceb8415 totally agree with you.
Yes!!
Cecely Tyson is her mother so the apple didn't fall far from the tree.shes great actress just like her mother.
I have an autistic brother who is the biggest blessing in my life. This made me cry tears of Joy! Go Loretta go!!!!
It sounds like he is equally blessed to have you in his life too. :)
It’s crazy how they made it seem like she was fighting on purpose when she was just defending herself ugh. Y’all don’t know what she been through smh. 🙄
That pissed me off
This happens a lot. When the victim of bullying finally decides to fight back and defend themselves, they are labelled as the aggressor, attacker and bad person. Many times they end up getting expelled or unfairly disciplined, yet the bully gets away with it and continues bullying them and other people.
Never seen this till 2023. This was really encouraging, inspiring and a blessing ❤
Same
I never seen this movie until today. Never even heard of it. I like it.
Today is my first-time hearing of this story, just happen to be scrolling through CZcams.
I too.
Lady playing mom is a great actress n very underrated.
She is, I think she's an awesome actress.
Great in Queen Sugar
@@denisedean2446 Tina Lifford
@@denisedean2446 South Central tv show too
Extremely great
My Mother taught mentally challenged children 42 years. I didn’t understand as a child why she worked all day and sometimes she would bring the children home on weekends. IWe was always taught that everyone was different, special in their own way. It was like we didn’t notice the difference in others. I thank my mother she gave us a joy no one could ever take from us. This movie took me back to those time that we defended and protected those that couldn’t protect themselves and we loved it. ❤ Kimberly Elise is AMAZING I’ve laughed, cried and done it again! This movie is one that should be watched by children across the country. The world would be a better place and just maybe they would understand what we all need and that’s Love.❤
This was such a lovely and heartwarming comment. Your mother sounds so kind, loving and overall awesome for the great work she did with her students and with her own children. She had plenty of love and compassion to go around.
Your mother is beyond amazing
Yo mom is a hero,these are people that should get awards and a lot of money to help and build more facilities creating jobs and families get help from distress and children get all the help they deserve and joy with love and care,may God bless your mom,and I'm sure you as her children are well trained by yo mom bringing those children around u, you all could change the world,I wonder why people don't pay attention to powerful things and comments like this instead of giving money in the streets and malls encouraging more poverty of drugs and alcohol I'm the cities😢❤
I wish parents would stop tell kids that "Sticks and stone" rhyme cause you know what names and words really do hurt. It's part of the reason a lot of our teenagers are dead.🤦
That's the same thing I said I don't see how people could think names don't hurt when it's verbal or emotional or verbal abuse clearly.
I always felt like that was the point of it...not to let it hurt you...
You're absolutely right. As a kid who got bullied, I hated that rhyme. Because words did hurt. They stuck with me for years
I agree with you absolutely words do hurt
That’s the point but also that’s how Rita was raised to never let anything get to her that’s why she was always so busy and never had time to relax and enjoy getting to really know her children Rita’s parents probably was the same way it’s a generational thing but Loretta and I believe Sam broke that curse I don’t remember hearing about the other kids she said she had six they must’ve turned out okay as well
Two minutes in and crying my eyes out already. God gave Loretta to Rita on purpose. Don't remember seeing this before. What a wonderful story.
Amen to that
AMEN
I was wondering was I the only one who was getting teary eyed watching. Yes this movie was very touching. & I agree with you 100% on God giving Rita Loretta for a reason
Literally
The same here I’ve been crying since the movie started and I pray and hope that every parent that has an artistic/special needs child teach them as well as Loretta Mom did because they has to learn to, I work at a elementary school and a lot of the artistic kid’s parents don’t teach them because I feel like they just want to baby them and that’s not a good learning technique 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
The jealousy of her sister was terrible
Makes me glad I don't have a sister.
@@melyndaduh3501 I have a sister and had a brother who passed away in October I can't say that at all every sibling has their flaws
Her sister thought her looks were were supposed to be her savior and away from responsibility n living life the normal way not of off looks alone. Her mother raised her right but her thoughts were evil n messed up.
That's how my God sister is she thinks she is so much better than me because I don't have a normal life or have kids I don't drive my life is not great my mom takes my check and doesn't give me much of my money it's not right if I was normal she wouldn't be treating me this way it's not right 😢😢
@@beb5407 Can't say her mother raised her right
I cried so much. When that girl poked her in the forehead and called her stupid brought me back to a really hard time when my mother and brother called me stupid. I was young and I still can remember that moment and cry like I'm 10 again. Because of that moment, and my learning disabilities. I never thought I could or would accomplish much. This story is amazing. She is absolutely incredible.
Nic movie
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Never allow anyone else to speak negatively into your life. GOD said we can do all things through Christ that strengthens me. Praying God bless you in every area of your life ❤
Look up Marva Collins. She has a strong opinion regarding others attempting to predict the capabilities of children. Maybe it will help nurture that hurt inner child of yours.
The name of the girl who poked Loretta's head and called her "stupid" was Alice and she was a traitor. First, she asked Loretta for help in getting a petition signed and raising money to form a girl's track team. Then, she stabbed Loretta in the back by telling the coach she was handicapped so she could not be on the team. No wonder Loretta didn't want her as a friend after she finally came into her own, and I didn't blame her one bit. Alice didn't know what she was missing in the long run.
and yes, they were and probably still JEALOUS of Loretta Claiborne....she has a life none of them will ever get
Seeing people take advantage of or be mean to people that are not “normal” makes me so mad I be ready to fight😤 their usually the sweetest people how can you hate them cause their different. Even tho I know these aren’t the real people I wanted to jump thru the screen so many time
Poor Loretta. She had a rough childhood and adolescence because the students and her sister criticized her and get her into trouble.
Kimberly Elise, pure perfection as an actress 😍 I love that she's so versatile
Me too!!!
I don't like that they fault her for her outbursts when they clearly bothered her first especially with the guy who touched her hair!
Exactly especially when the cs goes talk to him first
Same here
Preach!❤So, true!
This movie is so underrated
Very underrated Aaron
Her mom was mad at her and violence is never the answer but her mom is ignoring the root cause behind Loretta violence was her being tired of people mistreating her because of her learning disabilities
I think her mom was trying to treat her like she didn't suffer from mental retardation as you can see throughout the movie and letting her know that wasn't the answer...because I was like but they were hitting her but then I saw how she was treating her...she was trying to raise her as normal as possible and look what happened...
@@classicstorm she needed to treat her daughter with patience because she learns differently than others
@@Daydreams-hu2fs We don't know the mother in real life but this movie did not showcase that she didn't have patience...
@@Daydreams-hu2fs she truly wanted Loretta to be treated like everyone else. Even though she was different. She wanted her to have as normal a life as possible. That means disciplining her the same as everyone else. I don’t agree with everything in the movie . But Rita seemed like a good mom to her daughter.
They say she’s intellectual, but I think it a learning disability, the real Loretta speaks so good
She made all that money an they treat her like that an didn’t let her join the team Smfh what a world 😢😢 awww Loretta
Kimberly Nailed this
Her mum, teacher her brother, this movie is such an inspiration.
They never gave up on her and showed her such love and support.
Everyone should see this awesome movie.
She’s so talented and beautiful.
I found her mom a bit mean at times but I know deep down she also gave her lots of love and truly didn't give up on her.
I was Loretta and the kids that used to make of me, never finished school with a diploma. I hate when my brother would leave for college and I used to feel alone because he was the only one who would protect his baby sister. Today I am a single mother raising a child by myself because I worked and when to school with seven degrees but it didn't make me better, it made stronger and became even smarter.
She knows how to play them roles
28:40 she stood up for herself she knew definitely knew how to scrap 👊
She had a lot of spunk indeed!
😭" if she can learn she still has a chance in this tuff old world " some people just need to be shown THE WAY ...JESUS
You know what’s beautiful about this movie! She excelled passed everyone’s expectations of her..
Loretta overcame so many obstacles of abusive behavior from her classmates, and then at the work place for mentally challenged. She was expected to act as though the abuse was inconsequential by social worker. Im glad she overcame obstacles to achieve her goals . Het mother had it rough trying to raise 6 children on a housekeeper's wages in the 1960s -1970s. Her brother and her teacher really cared for her. Her mom loved her but was broken. Kimberly Elise is a dynamic actress on the same level as her godmother, the late great Cicely Tyson. The woman who played Eunice Shriver looks like she really is a Kennedy.
It was nine in real life I feel she had more of a learning disability than intellectual one.
❤great movie
I agree, think she had more of learning disability ... than intellectual ... @@tangiechapman6219
oh Cisely Tyson was an astonishing charismatic force of nature , I admire her so much as a highly accomplished actress . Love ANY film she is in . Fried Green Tomato's is one of my all time favourite films with her in and the one where she is a teacher to underpreviledged ( excuse spelling ) children based on a true story ;D
Loretta's mother Rita, her brother Sam, Miss Rydell, Janet McFarland, Coach Andy from Special Olympics, and Eunice Kennedy Shriver were all wonderful role models to Loretta. Janet was initially brusque and impatient, but Loretta eventually realized that she genuinely cared about her and wanted her to be successful.
I give this movie a perfect 10/10. It is a must see. Thanks to all who made it possible. Thank You Father God that You give beauty for ashes and no one is a mistake but is instead Your perfect masterpiece.❤
Very well said.
i am so proud of loretta. she is from my city. i see her running all the time on the streets. its amazing to see her just being herself doing her thing. what a legend.
Even now she is running?
@@MadeByGod1973 yup! she sure is! i see her all the time running down market street and stuff! what a woman!
@albertorkenbjorken7413 amazing
She found where she belonged and continues to stay there. I'm happy for her.
Loretta is my step Father’s sister. She is currently in Germany. She is a wonderful woman!
@@amormusik i hope she is recovering ok after her incident last week. i was so upset about that
I'm just in tears. This is very inspirational. Don't let your disability hinder you.
sometimes disabilities are severe and they cannot be overcome or worked around, also most people do not have the support and opportunities Loretta was blessed to have.
Amen!!!
Loretta: I never thought you even liked me Christine
Loretta: I should have known you wouldn't do anything nice for me
Loretta: where are you going can I come see you
Loretta: why are you always mad at me
Me: awe 😢😊🥺
Loretta was such a kind heart she wanted to get along with her big sister but honestly her own sister was jealous of her as she said it's sad how females receive jealousy from other females but it's even sadder when females are on the receiving end of jealousy from their own sisters once Loretta realized that her own sister was Jealous of her it broke her heart 💔
It’s nothing to be ashamed of but yet the world and people make us feel that we should be ashamed
Omg I’m crying already… This is my journey with my 22 year old son… I’ll never give up on him ❤️
Don't give up on him
He's your future
Her relationship with her brother was beautiful
I so love Kimberly Elise's acting. Also the other girls who was the younger Rita's did an excellent job.
Yes Kimberly Elise is very talented
Yes younger girl played really well 🎉
She is very sweet in petson. I let herr when i was with loretta
Kim is a such a great actress and underrated
OMG I have been hoping that someone would upload this made-for-TV movie I watched when I was in grade school! I remember how dignified Loretta's mom was portrayed.
Me to I only saw this movie on tv on get one time I been searching I’m glad they uploaded this movie
Beautiful and inspired movie of faith in herself
Me too I watched it as a child on tv and been trying to find it the past couple of years I'm so glad they have this movie
I loved the movie. Although I began sobbing uncontrollably because in many ways I've been treated so horribly by my family members my whole life, so the deep deep pain in my life came flooding out of my heart. May the Good Lord come very near to those that can sadly relate to these words.
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I'm sorry to hear you were treated poorly, but there is a God and he always has a special place for you❤🙏🏼 May God bless you always and always remember don't change for anyone God made you special ❤🙏🏼
@@paoayeee6549 Thank you @Pao Ayeee for your kind words! God Bless you! 😪🕊🍃
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AMEN sadly I can relate
Join the club sister, I'm at work crying 😢
I was in special education almost my whole life, from the time I was in elementary school to the time I was in high school and it was embarrassing and it helped me, I needed it
I been there done that but not anymore
I love movies like this remind me when Ray Charles mommy pushed him to do his best and be smart so nobody could take advantage of his blindness. Everyone acted great but can we not only give credit to Kimberly Elise cause little lorretta did a great job acting as well.Thank God for good teachers like her teacher.
7:30 seconds in gave me the chills “my child couldn’t walk a month ago, and if she can learn 1 word she can learn two, PRAISE GOD”
Never saw this til tonight 12/3/22. I loved it!!! Had me crying. What a Beautiful story!!!! 😊❤🙏✌
Today is the first time I ever heard of this movie or saw this movie.
Just finished watching it 12/4/22. & enjoyed it as well. It definitely was a touching movie
AMEN!!!
Watching this movie makes me feel that the movie Forrest Gump was literally depicted from her life story and then reshaped in Hollywood's eyes. I'm flabbergasted by the many similarities
Kimberly Elise is such a brilliant, phenomenal actress, she never disappoints💕
What a awesome movie, we are all special and were born with purpose!!!
I wish I know what my purpose is?
@@uniquepurpose03 You do 🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️🗣️ it's coming to you when your in peace and not pieces. 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜
@beb Good advice. I'm 63 years old and still sometimes wonder what my purpose is but I just do my best every day.
@@beb5407 I love that, thank you 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜🙂😉👍
You are special, I know you are holy from birth, I don't love you for what you can or can't do, but for who you are, My Friend. Bless!
This is one of the best movies I have seen. What great lessons to be learned. How wonderful is the program of Special Olympics. Thank you for putting this on CZcams.
My yearbook has my picture in the special Olympics but they really need to drop MR because other words exist and are physically and mentally draining others.
Aww. She loved her brother.
And he loved her. 💕
She is more of an inspiration than she could ever possibly know ❤🎉
Kimberly Elise is an amazing actress! She puts her all into her roles! I always thought she was Cecily's daughter for the longest time. If a movie is ever made about her, Kimberly better get the role.
It reminds me of how much my mom went through having a child with sickle cell disease!!! I've accomplished so much due to her never enabling me & telling me I can do anything those without this disease can do.
I'm 33 now & I still face mistreatment especially in ERs & Hospitals unfortunately...
Your mum did an awesome job and good on you for being a teachable child who listened to your mum. Not everyone listens and chooses to overcome their obstacles, others would rather be victims of circumstance and get pitied. Why do you face mistreatment in ERs and hospitals in general?
This is absolutely the most heartwarming movie ever
Miss . Loretta, you are a true champion. God bless you in every area of your precious, powerful life
I feel the same way
What a GREAT MOVE! 😭🥺😭🥺
Thank you Disney for making this movie, I was in tears the whole time. I had a special needs child for 24 years so the pain and struggles were real for merry. God bless all those who played a part in her development.
And for a very special lady like Loretta Claiborne to receive the Arthur Ashe award
That backstabber said they were best friends in high school....lol
Watching this movie reminded me of the bullying that happened to me in school years ago & the fighting back that I should’ve done, but didn’t do. I am very proud of Loretta Claiborne & her success. Her fighting back was something that I regret not doing when I should’ve done it.
Please don’t blame yourself. When our survival gets challenged, in this case when we get bullied, it is normal that everyone have their own reactions. Sometimes I used to fight back and other times I used to freeze. It is called Fight-flight- freeze response. I hope this makes you feel better and know, you’re not alone ❤I give you a hug 🫂
I cried the whole movie. It was so inspirational.
This was a great movie. I’m so glad it came across my suggestions. Bravo 👏🏾
Finally, I watched it in full. Winning isn't just an attitude; it's knowing which attitude to have in the process...
I'm confused (not really) as to why this young lady keeps getting abused, when she defends herself, why is she the only person punished? Of course this still happens
Right it's sad and unfortunately
I agree, that wasn't fair at all
It’s because the American disabilities act wasn’t created yet
I watched this movie over a decade ago and was trying to find it to watch it again, only to watch it today. Some parts were so sad and difficult to watch.
I have an intellectual disability and have been looking for this! I also love that she gave the bullies what the deserve!
This was an amazing movie. I never heard of Loretta Clairborne prior to watching this movie. She was/is a pillar of strength.
😭😭😭 who else cries through this entire movie. What a gift Loretta is to this world. Isn’t it ironic she is special needs due to her impairment but what I see is a woman who has changed the lives of everyone she came across. So beautiful and beyond her shortcomings. One love and respect ✊🏾
Why her sister throw her under the bus she took advantage of her innocence. And those girls took advantage of Her as well SMH .I have a add and Autism and a roommate took advantage of my kindness.
I remember this movie. My teacher showed us this movie school when I was younger during black history month. We never got finish watching to the end. I've been looking for this movie for years and I could never find it.
Tears such a beautiful movie :) ❤️
Funny how Janet looks like an antagonist, and yet she's the perfect motherly figure to Loretta.
This movie is ridiculously good! 👍🏼 Well written, well casted, funny, sad, GREAT from beginning to end. Also, doesn't hurt having a cameo from a young Denzel either 🤷🏿♀️🤭. Kimberly Elise was perfect...the whole cast actually was perfect! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Not a cameo. Actual footage from the award ceremony.
@SirAxolotl. Yeah, I know. Perhaps "cameo" was wrong word. Maybe "appearance" is a better word? 🤷🏾♀️ All good tho. 👍🏽
I’ve never cried throughout A WHOLE MOVIE SOOOOOOOOOOO INSPIRING SOOOOOOO RELATABLE 10/10 Kimberly Ellis SIMPLY ICONIC AS ALWAYS❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Those girls did her wrong
They were the cause of Loretta’s expulsion
They couldn't have chosen a better person to play Loretta ❤
What a beautiful story and great acting from everyone.👏🏾🌹💐 Ms. M. Kennedy, for founding the Special Olympics.👏🏾💐I’m so very grateful for the mom not enabling Loretta, and letting her know that she can do anything if she works hard enough. To her favorite teacher and social worker who cared for Loretta’s needs, how beautiful. 🥰💐💐 Loretta, helped mend relationships all around her, and became true friends with some of her team members and coaches. Loretta, ran herself right out of the Special Olympics, but stayed because she was loved, and she loved them in return. Thanks so much for sharing this movie!
I worked at a special needs school here in Mobile Alabama and I really enjoyed special Olympics
I Austism Kids Used To Bully Me.
Rest In Peace Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver
Tear jerker 😢 but the greatest part is she won 🥇 at the end and even though the real Loretta may never know who I am I’ll always be at the finish line cheering her on 🎉
We know 🙏
When I was little I used to drag my legs behind me trying to crawl I was only born one lb two ounces .. but it didn't take me long to learn how to walk and talk properly I surpassed my class after awhile ....Loretta is a special gurl and when I was little I didn't realize I was also special in a good way took me so many year to build self esteem and when I finally did someone came into my life and destroyed me I'm still picking up the pieces to my shattered life ...the bullying she went threw brought back so many memories for me 😔 I used to give the gurls money at school to like me but they always acted like they was my friends and took my money then at recess they wouldn't play with me I had to make up imaginary friends until my sister's and brother started going to school with me then nobody picked on me again because they were afriad of my little sister she would fight anyone for me even if it was a guy ..lol. Then when I got older I started giving all my money and my last to ppl to like me again but still didn't work then I met my bf and he started speaking up for me and taught me to speak up for myself now nobody can convince me to do nothing if I don't want to. It's still kinda hard for me to say no to ppl but I do. Even though I feel bad afterwards
I know that feeling all to well. It changed me into a pit bull in a skirt. Friends don't cost. Love don't cost. Nothing cost but bills and necessities, needs, and wants like a hair dew or nails done. If people DONT like you for U we keep moving and being true to ourselves and the right people will attract to us that are liked minded. You're special you're made from a chosen purpose and it's not to do what we use to. Let's continue to love ourselves with or without friends.
I don't have special needs and find it hard to say no but continued pain from. Thr people I give is teaching me to say no and stay away from those kind people they only use you
I use to work for the special Olympics in Minnesota; it truly was the best job I've ever had working and supporting the athletes, i enjoyed it so much that I went back to volunteer . That was so many years ago, but I would love to do again. I now work as a CNA and a CMT in a nursing home; taking care of psych and elderly residents.
This is a beautiful story of a young girl overcoming all the odds and stepping into victory in so many areas of her life. It’s a very sweet movie. Thank you for sharing it.
This cast did not disappoint. Where are the Oscars and more? Everyone made this ambitiously wonderful gift from Gd's story of conquest something that will be forever etched in my memory.
Such an amazing movie! As a parent of a child with special needs it's so true the extra lengths we go to just to have them accepted.
❤❤❤ I am sorry about that. This shows what a wonderful parent you are who doesn’t give up on her child. I wish I had parents like this when I was younger but for sure , as an adult, if I will ever have a child I will pour my heart and soul into loving and protecting him ! I admire parents like this ❤❤
everyone was touched by her in the movie
This movie is so beautiful. I Read my bible verse for the day then this popped up in my reccomendations. It made me keep crying because I have a learning disability. I use to hate getting picked on and getting told I dont look like I have a learning disabillity. Then I hate when people dont realize its different ones. I remember getting bullied etc because of it. This movie really made me think of me now and my childhood but Im glad I found people. Who love me for me. Writing is my talent though. I love this no matter our challenges. Everyone is special in their own way.
Have you ever thought of going to a therapist or counselor to find out what kind of learning disability you have? I myself was born prematurely and knew all along that I was different but didn't realize I had issues with social skills until I struggled to find a job. (I started out in Special Ed and was bullied like Loretta in elementary and middle school.) Finally, at 30, I saw a psychologist and she said that, based on patterns of behavior she observed, I had Asperger Syndrome, a disorder high up on the autistic scale. I was actually relieved by this diagnosis because it gave me a better understanding of who I really am and guided me in finding a place to fit in. I ended up getting a job as a teacher's aide in Special Services and worked there faithfully for over ten years until I had my own children.
Glad someone finally uploaded this.
Haven’t seen this movie in forever..
My goodness I didn't expect this movie to make me cry so profusely. 😭 😭 😭 What a purely inspirational woman. Thank you to all this responsible for this movie; for telling her story so elegantly & intently. Especially Kimberly Elise. Such an absolutely BRILLIANT actress.
Couldn't of picked a better person to play this historic role, other than Kimberly Elise‼️ Ms. Kimberly, your flowers are long overdue Sunshine‼️ 🌻🙏😷💐💐
I wish there were many more teachers like Ms. Rydell. Nice story 😊
You should read Torey Hayden's books. She was also another awesome special needs teacher and she documented the experiences she had with some of her students. If they could only make a movie about her too, I would love it. She's one of my few favourite authors.
The movie was beautiful and ACTOR was great
I remember when this movie debuted on TV. And I always remembered it.
Her and her brother are super close
God always sends you angels to protect you and Loretta had her teachers to thank as her angels..and also her brother...
Thank you so much for putting this movie up. I remember watching this was back when I was in the 3rd grade. Loretta story was so inspiring. I never forget my Grandmother seeing the commercials for this film and saying that our family was going to watch it. I could relate to her story because people mistreated me as well. Because I was gifted but yet challenged. . My Mother was like Mrs. Claiborne a single mother who had a special needs daughter. Although the odds were stacked up against me my Mother still fought through the challenges and I became a true success story. Those who wants mistreated me actually ended up congratulating me.
Well written Blessings to your Journey and success ....God Bless You and Your Mother.Congrulations to whom mistreated You.....❤
What a beautiful, beautiful story. Loretta gives anyone the courage to run on in life's race. God bless her. ❤❤❤👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌💖💕♥️💞
This movie tore my heart up. Loretta was a rebel 😂😂😂😂 but I am glad her mother raised her like that.
Wow. What a great movie. Her sister was probably the worst of them all. Thank God for women like Janet, who really take their job seriously and to a whole other level. And Bless Sam and Eunice Shriver.
I don't have any siblings, however, I have heard of many children having a difficult time growing up with a physically or mentally disabled or sickly siblings. They feel sidelined and invisible because the majority of attention goes to their special sibling and they end up feeling like they are unloved and not important. It is very important to make all children feel valued in the family when one child has more needs than the rest.
Also, don't forget Loretta's mother, Rita, who patiently and tirelessly soldiered her way through Loretta's difficult childhood and adolescence despite being a single working mom of six. And Loretta's teacher, Miss Rydell, for being one of her earliest advocates and role models.
@@Swenson1970don't forget about Loretta teacher and coach
Kimberly Elise is always phenomenal, beautiful story!!!😊
I love the fact that Loretta whooped all of those bullies 😊. Because bullies tend to get away with their hooliganism most of the time
They DO get away with a lot. I hate bullies.
Loretta was literally whooping them and they were actually crying
They used her without remorse! So terrible! I don't blame her for being angry; people constantly used her and get away with it.
Best movie I've seen in years or maybe the best movie I've ever seen that littles lady played that part to the max in the store was fantastic she is what you would call a real human.