I Am Sam

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐ŸŸก 45/100
Total warning time: 37s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸข 10/100 (5s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:45:30 - 00:45:35] Brief kissing scene between two adults.
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 0/100 (0s)
Violence: ๐ŸŸก 30/100 (30s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:30:15 - 00:30:30] Mild verbal altercation between characters.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:10:45 - 01:11:00] Emotional distress shown by a character, no physical violence.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (2s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:55:20 - 00:55:22] Use of mild profanity.
I Am Sam

Details for I Am Sam (2001)

Year: 2001
Certificate: PG-13
I Am Sam Runtime: 132 min
Genre: Drama
IMDB: 7.7
Meta Score: 28
Votes: 142863
Gross: 40,311,852
Director: Jessie Nelson
Cast Stars: Sean Penn, Michelle Pfeiffer, Dakota Fanning, Dianne Wiest

Overview of I Am Sam:

A mentally handicapped man fights for custody of his 7-year-old daughter and in the process teaches his cold-hearted lawyer the value of love and family.

I Am Sam FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'I Am Sam'?
A: 'I Am Sam' is a drama film about Sam Dawson, a man with an intellectual disability who fights for custody of his 7-year-old daughter, Lucy, after her abilities surpass his own. With the help of a high-powered lawyer, Rita Harrison, Sam navigates the legal system to prove he can be a capable father.
Q: Who stars in 'I Am Sam'?
A: The movie stars Sean Penn as Sam Dawson, Michelle Pfeiffer as Rita Harrison, Dakota Fanning as Lucy Diamond Dawson, and Dianne Wiest as Annie Cassell.
Q: What is the significance of The Beatles in 'I Am Sam'?
A: The Beatles play a significant role in the movie as Sam is a huge fan of their music. Many of their songs are featured in the film, and their lyrics often serve as a source of comfort and guidance for Sam. The soundtrack includes covers of Beatles songs by various artists.
Q: What awards did 'I Am Sam' receive?
A: Sean Penn received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his portrayal of Sam Dawson. The film was also praised for its emotional depth and performances, particularly by Penn and young Dakota Fanning.
Q: Is 'I Am Sam' based on a true story?
A: No, 'I Am Sam' is not based on a true story. It is a fictional drama written by Kristine Johnson and Jessie Nelson, with Nelson also directing the film.