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Ron Nyswaner talks new film, 'Freeheld'
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Sep 30, 2015
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Ron Nyswaner talks new film, 'Freeheld'
In 'Freeheld, once Laurel Hester is diagnosed with terminal cancer, she fights to for the right to leave her pension benefits to domestic partner.
A screen capture from the 'Freeheld' trailer.
A screen capture from the 'Freeheld' trailer.
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In 'Freeheld, once Laurel Hester is diagnosed with terminal cancer, she fights to for the right to leave her pension benefits to domestic partner.

'Freeheld' is the true story of Laurel Hester, a successful and decorated detective. Once she is diagnosed with terminal cancer, fights to for the right to leave her pension benefits to domestic partner.

The film stars Julianne Moore as Laurel Hester, and Ellen Page plays her partner.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blk27Jj9UE8

The film's screenwriter, Ron Nyswaner, joined host Alex Cohen to tell more about the movie.

To listen to the full interview, click on the blue audio player above