The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta Lacks lead to medical breakthroughs.

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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

Description

Docudrama, Biography1h 33m2017

In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta Lacks led to breakthroughs that change the face of medicine forever. Aided by writer Rebecca Skloot, Deborah Lacks embarks on a quest to learn about the mother she never knew.

DirectorGeorge C. Wolfe

Moods

  • Moving
  • Incredible
  • Inspiring