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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. 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
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Sometimes the greatest love is letting go.Genres:
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Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material including domestic violence and alcohol abuse | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
24 September 2010 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Wie ein Staubkorn im Wind See more »Box Office
Budget:
$2,500,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$77,960 (USA) (24 September 2010)Gross:
$352,810 (USA) (29 October 2010)Company Credits
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Written by Bill Hall, Dave Younger, Hank Grant
Performed by Hank Grant
Produced by Mark Dreyer
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The scene where Berry Pepper's character, Rip, is bitten by his dog was not part of the script until the dog decided to improvise it. Berry Pepper was actually bitten by his fellow actor, the dog. See more »Goofs
During the closing credits, the boat is clearly at a different location and moving faster during the wide shots from a distance than during the on-board shots. See more »Quotes
Wendy Porter: There is one thing that - -- that you could do for me. I would like Joey to know that he has two mothers: one that loved him so much that she couldn't let him go, and one that loved him so much that she had to.See more »
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What I Wouln't GiveWritten by Bill Hall, Dave Younger, Hank Grant
Performed by Hank Grant
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I just watched this movie and had a hard time keeping a dry eye. The sad truth is there are cases similar to this going on in family court everyday..maybe not as extreme as this one (most kids are less than 6 years old) but fights between bio parents, foster parents and adoptive parents go on every day. This is an adoptive parents nightmare. I thought the performances by all were solid and very believable. The kid that played Joey is so cute and a good little actor. I really do not understand how people can bash this movie. They must not be adults, or parents for that matter. The subject matter is very surreal and let me tell you, I would have done the EXACT same thing as the adoptive parents did in this movie.