Daniel Day-Lewis & Brenda Fricker give Oscar winning performances in an emotional tale of life, love & one family's incredible sense of courage. Based on the story of Christy Brown, this highly acclaimed film depicts his struggle for a normal life. Born with cerebral palsy into a poor, working-class Irish family, Christy was able only to move control movement in his left foot & to speak in guttural sounds. With the help of his strong-willed & dedicated family & his own sheer courage & determination, Christy not only learns to grapple with life's simple physical tasks & complex psychological pains, but he also develops into a brilliant painter, poet & author.