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The Truth About Alex

"The Truth About Alex" is a 1986 Canadian-American made-for-television drama film directed by Paul Shapiro. The movies stars Scott Baio as Brad and Peter Spence as Alex. It is based on the book Counterplay by Ann Snyder and Louis Pelletier. The film aired on Global TV in Canada in 1986 and in the United States on HBO in 1987. The movie received a 1987 Gemini Award for Best Short Drama and one for Best Photography in a Dramatic Program or Series and was nominated for two additional awards. The film also received a CINE Golden Eagle Award and a CableACE Award.
Network
HBO, Global
Airing
1986
Starring
Scott Baio, Peter Spence, Jessica Steen

Awards

1987 Cine Golden Eagle

The Truth About Alex

1987 Houston International Film Festival

The Truth About Alex

1987 Cable Ace Awards

The Truth About Alex

1987 Gemini Awards

The Truth About Alex

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