Need the name of this movie about autism...?

Question

The movie is about a woman (I thought it was either Helen Hunt or Meryl Streep) and a boy with autism who learns to play the piano or some instrument beautifully...I can't remember what the name of the movie or the lead Actress was...anyone know it???

the only bits and pieces of the movies I can remember is the lady lived in an old apartment blgd. with the stairs on the out side going to the roof (dont ask why I remember that) And i think the boy was not a real small boy...and if memory serves me I think he finds out the woman is his mom at the end???

Hey, everyone...i found the answer... but the 1st one who gets it I'll give the best answer pts to. Here's a clue the boy was nine and it was a movie on tv. The actress has blonde hair. Good luck and thanks for all your help!

Answer 1

Was it Son-Rise: A Miracle of Love? This was an NBC made-for-TV movie about a 3 year old autistic boy named Ruan. The mother (played by Kathryn Harrold) who had severe autism. The mother stayed home with her son, rocked back and forth in front of him and eventually brought him into the real world.

This led to the creation of the Son - Rise Program for Children with Autism.

Answer 2

This sounds more like a tv movie with Cloris Leachman. The film is called "The Woman Who Willed A Miracle. It's about a elderly woman who is given care of a young child who is blind and mentally challenged. With her love, she manages to get him to care for himself. He also develops the ability to play the piano after listening to concerts he hears on television.

This is based on a true story. Hope this is the film!

Answer 3

Jodie Foster - Little Man Tate

Answer 4

This is an interesting question, and one that has made me curious for many years.

Answer 5

And the same question pops up again

Answer 6

harry potter

Answer 7

Not sure how to answer this one