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Like Dandelion Dust (2009)

PG_13  100 min  -  Drama | Family   -  24 September 2010 (USA)
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A compelling drama that explores the different meanings of being a parent through the gritty, realistic lives of the struggling... See full summary »

Director:

Jon Gunn

Writers:

Stephen J. Rivele (screenplay), Michael Lachance (screenplay), and 1 more credit »
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Like Dandelion Dust -- The Campbell family's idyllic life on the coast of Florida is upset by a disturbing phone call: a stranger's decision could tear Joey Campbell away from the only home he's ever known. One family is determined to keep the son they love, the other is determined to begin a new life, the life they've always dreamed of. Joey's future rests in their hands and someone must make the bravest decision of their life. Like Dandelion Dust -- Clip: I Gave Away Our Boy Like Dandelion Dust -- Trailer for Like Dandelion Dust
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mira Sorvino ...
Wendy Porter
Barry Pepper ...
Cole Hauser ...
Jack Campbell
Kate Levering ...
Molly Campbell
Maxwell Perry Cotton ...
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 Timothy Twisdale ...
Cop 2
Neil Ronco ...
Tom Alonzo
Blake Michael Bryan Blake Michael Bryan ...
Jonah Norton
Brooke Bryan Brooke Bryan ...
Cammie Norton
Gregory Albrecht ...
Court Appointed Attorney
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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. Written by Karen Kingsbury  

Plot Summary | Plot Synopsis

Plot Keywords:

Birth Parents | Bribe | Perjury | Adoptive Parent | Adopted Son  | See more »

Taglines:

Sometimes the greatest love is letting go.

Genres:

Drama | Family

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material including domestic violence and alcohol abuse See all certifications »

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Un soffio per la felicità See more »

Filming Locations:

Florida, USA See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$2,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$77,960 (USA) (26 September 2010) (25 Screens)

Gross:

$352,810 (USA) (31 October 2010)
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Technical Specs

Runtime:

USA:  | USA: (theatrical version)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Soundtracks

"What I Cannot Change"
by LeAnn Rimes See more »