directed by: Jessie Nelson, year: 2001
actors: Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dakota Fanning

I Am Sam is a poignant drama centered around Sam Dawson, a man with an intellectual disability, who fights for the custody of his daughter Lucy. Despite his limitations, Sam's love for Lucy is boundless, and he seeks the help of a high-powered attorney, Rita Harrison, to prove his capability as a parent. The film explores themes of love, family, and the societal perceptions of disability, highlighting the power of determination and the importance of empathy and understanding.

Stuttering, Drama, Legal, Disability, Family, Custody