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A compelling drama that explores the different meanings of being a parent through the gritty, realistic lives of the struggling, blue-collar Porters, and the privileged Campbell family. ... See full summary »

Director:

Jon Gunn

Writers:

Stephen J. Rivele (screenplay), Michael Lachance (screenplay),

Stars:

Mira Sorvino, Barry Pepper, Cole Hauser

20 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mira Sorvino	...	Wendy Porter
Barry Pepper	...	Rip Porter
Cole Hauser	...	Jack Campbell
Kate Levering	...	Molly Campbell
Maxwell Perry Cotton	...	Joey Campbell
L. Scott Caldwell	...	Allyson Bower
Abby Brammell	...	Beth Norton
Kirk B.R. Woller	...	Bill Norton
Brett Rice	...	Judge Evams
Chad Gundersen	...	Cop 1
Timothy Twisdale	...	Cop 2
Neil Ronco	...	Tom Alonzo
Blake Michael Bryan	...	Jonah Norton
Brooke Bryan	...	Cammie Norton
Gregory Albrecht	...	Court Appointed Attorney

Storyline

A compelling drama that explores the different meanings of being a parent through the gritty, realistic lives of the struggling, blue-collar Porters, and the privileged Campbell family. Their lives intersect, intertwine and collide, all for the love of a little boy. This film bravely exposes the humanity in each character reminding us that we each have the potential to be the best and worst versions of ourselves at any time.

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Plot Keywords:

birth parents | bribe | perjury | adoptive parent | adopted son | 

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Taglines:

Sometimes the greatest love is letting go.

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Genres:

Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material including domestic violence and alcohol abuse

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

24 September 2010 (USA)

Also Known As:

Som maskrosfrön för vinden

Filming Locations:

Florida, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$2,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$77,960 (USA) (24 September 2010)

Gross:

$352,810 (USA) (29 October 2010)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Downes Brothers Entertainment, Lucky Crow Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

100 min 100 min (theatrical)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

"What I Cannot Change"
by LeAnn Rimes

User Reviews

A potent movie that tugs at our emotions

After watching this powerful movie, I asked aloud why it wasn't nominated for any awards. It was only after I checked further that I discovered why: It is the product of a Christian movie production company and had limited distribution. The fact that I didn't know that, in itself, is a testament to the greatness of this movie. I'm a grown man who is usually not very emotional, but this movie had my tear ducts working overtime. I can't say enough about the cast, the script, the direction, the music and everything else. The story, about two sets of parents on the opposite ends of society, successfully avoids clichés and provides a realistic and painfully emotional story. This is a tour de force that came in completely under the radar. I highly recommend it.