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2001 · Movie · 2h 12m

I Am Sam

CriticsCritics: 32
AudienceAudience: 7.8

A neurodivergent father raises his young daughter alone, but growing concerns about his parenting abilities lead authorities to intervene. He turns to a successful lawyer for help, and their case challenges ideas about family, responsibility, and whether love can provide a secure home.

My take

You may like this heartfelt, tearful family drama if strong performances and emotional relationships appeal to you; Not for you if you prefer subtle storytelling, brisk pacing, or less manipulative courtroom drama.

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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…

…these live in the same corner of my head.

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Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.