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Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star (2024)

Movie 58 min

Documentary

Lena Zavaroni was a child superstar, barnstorming the charts, sharing the stage with Sinatra, and performing for the US president, all before her 11th birthday. But her light was dimmed too soon by a battle with anorexia. Told from the perspective of her 84-year-old father, Victor, this poignant story reflects on parental regret as he seeks peace with his daughter's untimely fate.

Anne-Claire Pilley Director

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Released
October 6, 2024
Runtime
58 min
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Lena Zavaroni Self (archive footage) Erin Armstrong Erin Armstrong Lena Zavaroni Victor Zavaroni Self, Lena's Father Margaret Zavaroni Self, Lena's Cousin Tommy Scott Self, Record Producer Fraser Gillies Self, Isle of Bute Resident John MacLeod Self, Isle of Bute Resident Neil Reid Self, Former Child Star Bonnie Langford Bonnie Langford Self, School Friend (Italia Conti) Lisa Maxwell Lisa Maxwell Self, School Friend (Italia Conti) Carmen Cori Self, Friend and House Mate Mike Crisp Self, Former BBC Employee Johnny Mans Self, Friend Jon Culshaw Jon Culshaw Hughie Green, Cast of Lena, Edinburgh Fringe (uncredited) Alan McHugh Victor Zavaroni, Cast of Lena, Edinburgh Fringe (uncredited) Julie Coombe Hilda Zavaroni, Cast of Lena, Edinburgh Fringe (uncredited) Helen Logan Dorothy Soloman, Cast of Lena, Edinburgh Fringe (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star about?
Lena Zavaroni was a child superstar, barnstorming the charts, sharing the stage with Sinatra, and performing for the US president, all before her 11th birthday. But her light was dimmed too soon by a battle with anorexia. Told from the perspective of her 84-year-old father, Victor, this poignant story reflects on parental regret as he seeks peace with his daughter's untimely fate.
Who directed Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star?
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star was directed by Anne-Claire Pilley.
Who stars in Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star?
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star stars Lena Zavaroni, Erin Armstrong, Victor Zavaroni, Margaret Zavaroni.
When was Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star released?
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star is a 2024 documentary film.
Where can I watch Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star?
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