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Phoebe in Wonderland is a american film of genre Drama directed by Daniel Barnz released in USA on 6 march 2009 with Elle Fanning
Phoebe in Wonderland (2008)
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Add to a movie listPhoebe in Wonderland is a 2008 independent film directed by Daniel Barnz.
It was screened in the Dramatic Competition at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, and received a limited theatrical release on March 6, 2009.
Synopsis
A 9-year-old girl, Phoebe (Elle Fanning), has apparent Tourette syndrome. While she deals with being odd and insecure, her mother (Felicity Huffman) and father (Bill Pullman) are dealing with complexities in their relationship with each other and their challenging child. Her younger sister (Bailee Madison) feels neglected as Phoebe gains more attention.Actors
Elle Fanning
(Phoebe Lichten)
Felicity Huffman
(Hillary Lichten)
Patricia Clarkson
(Miss Dodger)
Bill Pullman
(Peter Lichten)
Campbell Scott
(Principal Davis)
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