Erika: Not in Vain
Erika: Not in Vain
1983, English. Directed by Barry Spinello.
"Makes Testament look like Singing in the Rain." - Tom Luddy The documented story of an American family in tragedy. Extremely sad, vulnerable, and moving - maybe more so than a film should be. Awards: Academy Award Nominating Committee Certificate of Special Merit; Blue Ribbon, American Film Festival; CINE Golden Eagle. Exhibition: Telluride Film Festival; portions screened on CBS National News.
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Erika: Not in Vain isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1983. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
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Erika: Not in Vain (1983) was directed by Barry Spinello.