Movies
I Am Sam
- December 28, 2001
- 132 min.
- Drama
- United States
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.
Original title: I Am Sam
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Academy Awards #74 - 2002
Award | People | Status |
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Best Actor in a Leading Role | Sean Penn | — |
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