In Wonderland (Phoebe in Wonderland)

Director: Daniel Barnz Screenplay: Daniel Barnz Cinematography: Bobby Bukowski Music: Christophe Betz Production and Year: USA, 2008 Genre: Drama, Comedy Cast: Elle Fanning, Felicity Huffman, Bill Pullman, Bailee Madison Medical Topic: Tourette's Syndrome Description: Nine-year-old Phoebe lives in her own magical world, free from rigid rules, dos, and don’ts. Her differences lead to alienation and a lack of normal relationships with her peers. She finds support in her intelligent and loving, yet somewhat bitter and pessimistic mother. When Phoebe is cast in the school play "Alice in Wonderland," she gains a new mentor and friend there. The teacher and director of the play, Ms. Dodger, is impressed not only by the girl’s acting talent but also by her extraordinary personality. At the same time, she realizes that everything must be done to ensure that the fragile and sensitive Phoebe does not completely lose touch with reality.