Ruth Leitman
Director
Alma (2004)
Ruth Leitman's 1998 documentary examines the bond between Margie Thorpe and her eccentric mother Alma, both of whom live in the same Alabama town. Their complicated relationship includes a history of alcoholism, mental illness, and sexual abuse.
Genres: Documentary
Keywords: imdb.nude-photograph, imdb.abuse-against-women, imdb.produced-by-actor, imdb.poor-family, imdb.parent-visiting, imdb.oedipus-complex, imdb.megalomaniac-daughter + 16 more, imdb.exploitation-filmmaking, imdb.egoism, imdb.docusoap, imdb.disrespect, imdb.diabetes, imdb.promiscuous-daughter, imdb.ruthless, imdb.poverty, imdb.exploitation-of-friendship, imdb.exhibitionism, imdb.mother-daughter-relationship, imdb.independent-film, imdb.american-south, imdb.name-in-title, imdb.one-word-title, imdb.character-name-in-title
Country: United States
Languages:
English
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Runtime: 94 min.
Released: April 3, 2004
Status: Released
Certification: NR