I Am Sam (2002)
Love is all you need.
Storyline
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.
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Movie Details
| Original title | I Am Sam |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jan 25, 2002 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | woman director, father daughter relationship, social services, lawyer, mentally disabled, child custody, children's book, foster parents, pro bono, coffee shop manager, pizza hut, locked door |
FAQ
What is I Am Sam about?
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.
When was I Am Sam released?
I Am Sam was released on Jan 25, 2002 (status: Released).
Who directed I Am Sam?
Jessie Nelson directed I Am Sam.
What is the TMDB rating of I Am Sam?
I Am Sam has a TMDB rating of 7.6/10 from 2,587 votes.