Little Man Tate (1991)
It's not what he knows. It's what he understands.
Starring Jodie Foster, Dianne Wiest, Adam Hann-Byrd
Directed by Jodie Foster
Dede is a sole parent trying to bring up her son Fred. When it is discovered that Fred is a genius, she is determined to ensure that Fred has all the opportunities that he needs, and that he is not taken advantage of by people who forget that his extremely powerful intellect is harboured in the body and emotions of a child.
Runtime: 99 min.
Rating: 6.4
DVD
Languages: English,French,Magyar
Countries: United States of America
Genres: Drama,Family
Keywords: single parent,waitress,jealousy,intelligence,intellectually gifted,intelligence test,iq,single,scientist,single father,woman director
Cast
Dede Tate
Jane Grierson
Fred Tate
Eddie
Garth Emmerick
Gina
Damon Wells
Matt Montini
Miss Nimvel
Winston F. Buckner
Quizmaster
Physics Professor
Clinic Doctor
Grierson Institute Teacher
Sorority Girl
Coral Bay Owner
Fred's Doctor