The True Story of Linda M.
1995
1 h 6 min
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In 1980, Linda M. was the subject of a film about prostitution directed by Norma Bailey (Nose and Tina). It's 16 years later, and Linda renews her relationship with the filmmaker, inviting her back into her life. Now in rehab, Linda introduces her family and various boyfriends in a funny, sometimes upsetting, but always riveting account of day-to-day life.
Details
In 1980, Linda M. was the subject of a film about prostitution directed by Norma Bailey (Nose and Tina). It's 16 years later, and Linda renews her relationship with the filmmaker, inviting her back into her life. Now in rehab, Linda introduces her family and various boyfriends in a funny, sometimes upsetting, but always riveting account of day-to-day life.
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directorNorma Bailey
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producerNorma BaileyJoe MacDonald
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executive producerChes Yetman
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cameraIan ElkinNorma Bailey
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soundLeon JohnsonNorma Bailey
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editingKelly Saxberg
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sound editingGloria Thorsteinson
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re-recordingClive Perry
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musicRandolph PetersGreg Lowe
Education
Ages 14 to 17
Family Studies/Home Economics - Parenting
Family Studies/Home Economics - Relationships
Health/Personal Development - Substance Use and Abuse/Addiction
Indigenous Studies - Issues and Contemporary Challenges
Discuss the situations that lead Linda to relapse. What are her eldest son's expectations of her and how does he try to help her? Why does Linda say she is not able to move on? How do her two younger children cope? Why do you think Linda wanted this second film made?
