Best Women Biography movies that are award winners or nominees

Actors : Harve Presnell, Ed Begley, Debbie Reynolds, Jack Kruschen,
Directors : Charles Walters,

A poor, uneducated mountain girl leaves her cabin in search of respect, a wealthy husband, and a better life.

Actors : Julie Andrews, Richard Crenna, Daniel Massey, Michael Craig,
Directors : Robert Wise,

A musical biography of Gertrude Lawrence, who led a hustling and bustling life on the stage.

Actors : Nan Martin, Marilyn Hassett, Belinda Montgomery, Beau Bridges,
Directors : Larry Peerce,

Young ski champion Jill Kinmont is left paralyzed after a tragic skiing accident. Her best friend suffers the same fate after contracting polio. Jill must slowly put her life back together again with the help of those close to her.

Actors : Carlos Romero, Larry Domasin, Ann Daniel, Celia Milius,
Directors : James B. Clark,

The story of a Native American girl, abandoned on a tiny island, who is protected by a wild dog.