Joni (1979)
Based on Joni Eareckson's autobiography. She becomes paralyzed after breaking her neck in a swimming accident at age 17. Trying to cope with her new life, she learns to paint using her mouth.
Drama
Cast
- Joni Eareckson Tada — Joni
- Bert Remsen — John Eareckson
- Katherine De Hetre — Jay Eareckson
- Cooper Huckabee — Dick Filbert
- John Milford — Dr. Sherrill
- Jay W. MacIntosh — Lindy Eareckson
- Ernie Hudson — Earl
- Michael Mancini — Don Bertolli
- Louise Hoven — Diana
- Richard Lineback — Steve Estes
- Sarah Rush — Kathy Eareckson
- Jeff Austin — Butch
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