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The Girl Who Spelled Freedom

1986 · 1h 30m · Adventure, Drama · United States of America

The true story of a heroic girl facing incredible odds.

A Cambodian family is given sponsored immigration to the United States where one daughter becomes a spelling bee champion.

Directed by
Simon Wincer
Written by
Christopher Knopf, David A. Simons
Starring
Diana Ung, Linda Wong, Jade Chinn, Wayne Rogers
6.2Smart score

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