Eric (film)
Eric is a 1975 American television film directed by James Goldstone which aired as part of the Hallmark Hall of Fame.[1]
It was based on the true story of Eric Lund, a young man with leukemia.[2] The script was adapted from a book by Doris Lund, mother of the real Eric. It was filmed on location in Seattle and Southern California.[3]
Star John Savage wrote the theme music. The actor was almost killed in an accident shortly after filming.[4]
Premise
[edit]A teenager is determined to live his life despite being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Cast
[edit]- Patricia Neal as Doris
- Claude Akins
- John Savage as Eric
- Mark Hamill
References
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