Lifetime Movie

From the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption Newsletter 25 Feb 09:

Lifetime Television to Air Powerful New Movie

Tune in to Lifetime Television on Saturday, February 28th, at 9pm ET/PT, for the premiere of the powerful new Lifetime Original Movie, America, starring and executive produced by Emmy Award-winner Rosie O'Donnell. Lifetime's web site will share the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption's toll-free phone number and web site for viewers who want to help or are considering foster care adoption.

Based on E.R. Frank's book of the same name, the film takes viewers on the emotional journey of seventeen-year-old America as he navigates the United States foster care system. O'Donnell leads the cast as a therapist who gives America the support to deal with his troubled past and find the courage to survive against all odds. Newcomer Philip Johnson makes his acting debut in the title role alongside Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award-winning actress Ruby Dee. Additional air dates are March 1 and March 3. Check your local television program listings for details.