David's Mothermovie | 1994 File

Watch a detailed breakdown of the film's impact and the awards it won for its realistic portrayal of autism:

Alley portrays Sally as a "ferociously angry" and fiercely protective mother who has isolated herself from the world to care for David. Reviewers from Entertainment Weekly noted her ability to make the character seem mean, pathetic, or even wrong, without losing the audience's empathy. David's MotherMovie | 1994

Goorjian’s portrayal of David was also widely praised for its authenticity and lack of caricature, earning him an Emmy for Supporting Actor . Watch a detailed breakdown of the film's impact

is a raw and emotionally charged TV drama that avoids the typical sentimental tropes of the "movie of the week" genre. It centers on Sally Goodson (played by Kirstie Alley), a woman whose life is entirely consumed by the care of her teenage autistic son, David. Performances: A Career-High for Kirstie Alley is a raw and emotionally charged TV drama