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This story needs to recorded not only in literary but in film. It amazes me how many people are unaware of the contributions and sufferings still today that many families just like this suffer. Henrietta Lacks although totally unaware of her contributions to science...Mankind, should regard Mrs. Lacks as a major contributing factor in curing many many people, some whom would not be here today. Her family absolutely should be compensated, not by Oprah Winfrey, I believe that the scientific community as a whole should contribute some set amount, then pour the total into a larger amount and then distribute to her offsprings/grandchildren only. It's a sad very sad story. But oh the joys which were derrived from her suffering and the suffering of her then young family. Those joys I mentioned am referring to Life. Ms. Winfrey I pray that you do this film, as only you can.