Life According to Sam
“Progeria is just a part of who I am.”
Synopsis
Progeria is a rare, fatal genetic condition that causes accelerated aging in children; its young victims rarely live past 13. This moving documentary explores the remarkable world of Sam Berns and the relentless pursuit of a treatment and cure by his parents (both doctors) to save their son from the disease.
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Fall Documentary Series: Life According to Sam (HBO Documentary Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-10-18
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Sundance Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrea Nix Fine, Sean Fine
- Original Score
- Keegan DeWitt
- Original Title
- Life According to Sam
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Fine Films, HBO Documentary Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrea Nix Fine, Sean Fine
Keegan DeWitt
Sean Fine
Jeff Consiglio
Miriam Weintraub, Sheila Nevins
Department Leadership Roster
Miriam Weintraub
Producer
Andrea Nix Fine
Director
Sean Fine
Director of Photography
Jeff Consiglio
Editor
Sean Fine
Director
Keegan DeWitt
Original Music Composer
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Life According to Sam about?
Progeria is a rare, fatal genetic condition that causes accelerated aging in children; its young victims rarely live past 13. This moving documentary explores the remarkable world of Sam Berns and the relentless pursuit of a treatment and cure by his parents (both doctors) to save their son from the disease.
Who directed Life According to Sam?
Life According to Sam was directed by Andrea Nix Fine, Sean Fine.
Who stars in Life According to Sam?
The principal cast of Life According to Sam includes Sam Berns, Leslie Gordon, Scott Berns, Francis Collins, Dave Matthews.
When was Life According to Sam released and how long is it?
Life According to Sam was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Life According to Sam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Life According to Sam was composed by Keegan DeWitt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Life According to Sam?
Life According to Sam holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).