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2001 · Movie · 2h 12m · PG-13

I Am Sam

CriticsCritics: 32
AudienceAudience: 7.8

A neurodivergent father raises his young daughter alone, but growing concerns about his parenting lead authorities to separate them. He turns to a successful lawyer for help, and their case challenges ideas about family, responsibility, and whether love can overcome practical limitations.

My take

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an emotional family drama with strong performances and tearful themes; Not for you if you prefer subtle storytelling, restrained sentiment, or tightly paced films like Bicentennial Man.

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Cast

Michelle PfeifferSean PennDianne WiestDakota FanningRichard SchiffLoretta DevineMarin HinkleLaura Dern

Director

Jessie Nelson

If tonight is a I Am Sam night…

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