Summary of Lorenzo's Oil In the movie, Lorenzo's Oil, the true story of Lorenzo Odone and his family's fight to save his life is vividly prtrayed. The movie examines the ravaging effects of a disorder called adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD). ALD is a rare, genetic disorder characterized by the breakdown or loss of the myelin sheath surrounding nerve cells in the brain and progressive dysfunction of the adrenal gland. There are different types of ALD. The type …showed first 75 words of 820 total…

…showed last 75 words of 820 total…him in a soothing voice. She said that she wanted both his body and soul to be ministered to. His parents insisted that he be treated at home which caused them alot of extra work and sleepless nights. I feel that the Odones are exceptional people. Not only did their efforts help Lorenzo, but countless others. They are to be applauded! 5 Reference Burk, Arnold (Producer) and Adams, Jim (Director). (1992). Lorenzo's Oil, Hollywood: Universal City Studios, 1992.