Heart of a Child
“The birth of a miracle”
Synopsis
For Fred and Karen Schouten, the news that she is pregnant is most welcome, having been trying for a while with no success. Gordon and Alice Holc are also happy as whilst they already have one child, they learn that at 35 Alice is pregnant again. But both couples receive devastating news as Fred and Karen are informed that their not-yet-born baby has a brain defect and has no chance of surviving whilst Alice and Gordon learn that their baby has a defective heart and also has little chance of surviving...
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Ann Jillian
Alice Holc
Michele Greene
Karen Schouten
Terry O'Quinn
Gordon Holc
Bruce Greenwood
Fred Schouten
Malcolm Stewart
Dr. Peter Garland
Rip Torn
Dr. Leonard Bailey
John Procaccino
Dr. Sakala
Matthew Walker
Dr. Franklin
Andrew Wheeler
Dr. Cramer
Jane MacDougall
Cheri Mathis
Joel Palmer
Jason Holc at age 5
William B. Davis
Vern
Sheila Moore
Connie
Doris Chillcott
Irene
Cindy Girling
Dr. Adler
Teryl Rothery
Nancy Donnelly
Veena Sood
Nurse Adjani
Colleen Winton
Dr. Ellen Kelly
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 9, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sandor Stern
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Nanus
- Original Score
- Mark Snow
- Original Title
- Heart of a Child
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- O'Hara-Horowitz Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sandor Stern
Susan Nanus
Mark Snow
Caroline Biggerstaff
Michelle MacLaren
Department Leadership Roster
Sandor Stern
Director
Susan Nanus
Writer
Caroline Biggerstaff
Editor
Mark Snow
Original Music Composer
Michelle MacLaren
Producer
Douglas Higgins
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Heart of a Child
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Heart of a Child about?
For Fred and Karen Schouten, the news that she is pregnant is most welcome, having been trying for a while with no success. Gordon and Alice Holc are also happy as whilst they already have one child, they learn that at 35 Alice is pregnant again. But both couples receive devastating news as Fred and Karen are informed that their not-yet-born baby has a brain defect and has no chance of surviving whilst Alice and Gordon learn that their baby has a defective heart and also has little chance of surviving...
Who directed Heart of a Child?
Heart of a Child was directed by Sandor Stern.
Who stars in Heart of a Child?
The principal cast of Heart of a Child includes Ann Jillian, Michele Greene, Terry O'Quinn, Bruce Greenwood, Malcolm Stewart.
When was Heart of a Child released and how long is it?
Heart of a Child was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Heart of a Child?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Heart of a Child was composed by Mark Snow.