Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star(2024)
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star Synopsis
Lena Zavaroni was a child superstar, barnstorming the charts, sharing the stage with Sinatra, and performing for the US president, all before her 11th birthday. But her light was dimmed too soon by a battle with anorexia. Told from the perspective of her 84-year-old father, Victor, this poignant story reflects on parental regret as he seeks peace with his daughter's untimely fate.
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star (2024) is a documentary film directed by Anne-Claire Pilley, released on October 6, 2024 with a runtime of 58m. It stars Lena Zavaroni, Erin Armstrong, Victor Zavaroni and Margaret Zavaroni.
- Director:
- Anne-Claire Pilley
- Status:
- Released
Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Lena Zavaroni
Lena Zavaroni
as Self (archive footage)
Erin Armstrong
as Lena Zavaroni
- Victor Zavaroni
Victor Zavaroni
as Self, Lena's Father
- Margaret Zavaroni
Margaret Zavaroni
as Self, Lena's Cousin
- Tommy Scott
Tommy Scott
as Self, Record Producer
- Fraser Gillies
Fraser Gillies
as Self, Isle of Bute Resident
- John MacLeod
John MacLeod
as Self, Isle of Bute Resident
- Neil Reid
Neil Reid
as Self, Former Child Star
Bonnie Langford
as Self, School Friend (Italia Conti)
Lisa Maxwell
as Self, School Friend (Italia Conti)
- Carmen Cori
Carmen Cori
as Self, Friend and House Mate
- Mike Crisp
Mike Crisp
as Self, Former BBC Employee
Key crew
Directed by Anne-Claire Pilley.
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Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star?
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The main cast of Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star (2024) includes Lena Zavaroni, Erin Armstrong, Victor Zavaroni, Margaret Zavaroni and Tommy Scott. The film was directed by Anne-Claire Pilley. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star released?
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Lena Zavaroni: The Forgotten Child Star was released on October 6, 2024 and runs for 58m.