Bruno

The story of a unique young boy genius, Bruno, whose expression of his own individuality leads his family and community along an emotional journey.

Cast

Alex D. Linz

as Bruno Battaglia

Shirley MacLaine

as Helen

Gary Sinise

as Dino Battaglia

Kathy Bates

as Mother Superior

Joey Lauren Adams

as Donna Marie

Jennifer Tilly

as Dolores

Monica Hewes

as Claudia

Christian Durango

as Young Dino / Christian G. Durango

Lee Hughes

as Eddie Mazzaratti

Joanne Pankow

as Sister Consolata

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