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Reviving Ophelia
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In “Reviving Ophelia,” sisters Marie (Jane Kaczmarek) and Le Ann (Kim Dickens) have always leaned on one another through life’s challenges, but discover they need each other more than ever as they navigate the complexities of understanding and raising their teen daughters. Marie’s 17-year-old Elizabeth (Rebecca Williams) has the picture-perfect life, with a seemingly equally wonderful boyfriend. Meanwhile, Le Ann is raising 16-year-old Kelli (Carleigh Beverly) as a single parent and finds it difficult to relate to the pressures her daughter is facing with boys....More about the "Reviving Ophelia" movie
Mary Pipher’s best-selling book provides an in-depth look at the complex nature of adolescent girls. Check out an excerpt from "Reviving Ophelia." Every parent should read it!
| Rebecca Williams’ performance in “Reviving Ophelia” will stay with you long after the movie ends. Read Rebecca’s blog about the challenges of her role, the emotional investment and the message she hopes to convey. |
Jane Kaczmarek is most recognizable from her role on "Malcolm in the Middle." In "Reviving Ophelia," she plays a mother distraught over her teen daughter's relationship with an abusive boyfriend. Read Jane's interview to find out what all parents can learn from the movie. | Dr. Mary Pipher’s best-selling book, “Reviving Ophelia,” is the inspiration for the Lifetime movie. Her groundbreaking work has helped countless families. Read an interview with Dr. Pipher to get her analysis of teen culture today, find out what she wants viewers to take away from the movie and more! |
Did you know that 1/3 teens will experience abuse in their dating relationships? If you're a parent, get the facts, tips, clear up the myths and find out how to start a conversation with your teen based on the issues presented in the "Reviving Ophelia" movie. Download the "Reviving Ophelia" Discussion Guide today! | Anyone can be a target of abuse. Teens need to get the facts on the dating abuse cycle, harassment and technology, dating myths and warning signs of an abusive partner. Check out the "Reviving Ophelia" teen discussion guide to protect yourself and stand up to abusers. |
There is no good reason for teenagers to stay in abusive relationships, but the act of breaking up can seem intimidating, scary and threatening. Break the Cycle lists steps to help protect the safety of victims ending relationships with abusive partners. | The lessons in "Reviving Ophelia" hit home for real parents. Read the Lifetime Moms blogs about the pressures of raising teenagers today, and share your approach. |
Would you be able to recognize a victim of dating violence? Get a list of abuse warning signs from Break the Cycle, the nation’s leading teen dating violence prevention organization. | If you or someone you know is experiencing dating violence, there are people who can help. Get 24/7 hotline numbers and names of organizations that have the resources and experience to aid teens in crisis. |
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