Broken Places

Nan
1h 16m
2018

Overview

An exploration into why some children are severely damaged by early adversity while others are able to thrive. By revisiting childhood trauma victims profiled decades ago, we learn how their experiences shaped their lives as adults.

Country : Not Available
Languages : English
Released Date: 2018-10-15

Top Billed Cast

Jay O. Sanders

Narrator (voice)

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