
I Am Sam
2001
Movie Information
Overview
Sam, a neurodivergent man, has a daughter with a homeless woman who abandons them when they leave the hospital, leaving Sam to raise Lucy on his own. But as Lucy grows up, Sam's limitations as a parent start to become a problem and the authorities take her away. Sam convinces high-priced lawyer Rita to take his case pro bono and in turn teaches her the value of love and family.
Release Date
December 28, 2001
Director
Jessie Nelson
Runtime
2h 12m
Cast
Sean PennMichelle PfeifferDianne WiestDakota FanningRichard SchiffLoretta DevineMarin HinkleLaura DernBrad SilvermanJoseph Rosenberg
Production
New Line CinemaBedford Falls ProductionsRed Fish, Blue Fish Films
Genres
Drama