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  1. Movies
  2. My Friend Sam: Living for the Moment

My Friend Sam: Living for the Moment

2012
1h
TV Movie
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2012

Runtime

1h

Storyline

Sam was born with an extremely rare genetic disorder called Familial Dysautonomia. When born, he had 50 per cent chance of making it to his fifth birthday. Now, at the age of 39 we follow this exceptional person as he pursues his joint goals of getting his acting career back on track and finding love.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h
Jan 16, 2012
Languages
English
Director
Toby Reisz
Production
Feasible Films
Feasible Films
Production Countries
United Kingdom

Top Cast

3 Cast Members

Alan Bennett

Alan Bennett

Stephen Frears

Stephen Frears

Sam Frears

Himself

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