Moorea Howson

Moorea Howson


Moorea was born with Williams Syndrome, an incurable disease that causes cardiovascular issues, developmental delays, and learning challenges. The disease carries the risk of dying young, yet in high school, Moorea lives a full life with the goal of making others happy. The film about her life, Queen Moorea, follows Moorea after being crowned homecoming queen, attending vocational school, and working. Filmed over a period of six years, the film follows Moorea as she tries to create a life for herself that allows her to marry her boyfriend, visit Disneyland, and pursue her dream of working in a hospital.

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