America
Synopsis
In "America," Dr. Maureen Brennan, a psychiatrist at a youth treatment center, encounters her newest patient, a bi-racial boy named America. Through their sessions, Dr. Brennan helps America come to terms with his roller-coaster life, which began when he was taken by authorities from his crack-addicted mother, and placed into foster care as an infant. The short time of stability in his life occurred when America lived with Mrs. Harper, the elderly nanny to one of his foster families. Later reunited with his mother, she soon abandons America and he is again placed into foster care. Lagging behind in school and full of anger, America retreats further away from society after years of sexual abuse. After attempting suicide, America is placed in a treatment center where Dr. Brennan helps him open up about his painful past and discover the support and courage he needs to get his life back on track.
Top Cast
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America
Rosie O'Donnell
Dr. Maureen Brennan
Ruby Dee
Mrs. Harper
Jade Yorker
Brooklyn
Tim Rhoze
Reggie Harper
Raquel Castro
Liza
Toya Turner
Susana
Michael Algieri
Young America
Dante Brown
Young Brooklyn
Logan Huffman
Marshall
Bubba Weiler
Fish
Kojo Asiedu
Don
David Aron Damane
Bobby Crisp
Courtney Benjamin
Sheriff Romero
Doug Hamilton
Judge
Kyla Cano
Orphan
Kyle Clarington
Counselor
Don Cochran
Fish's Foster Father
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yves Simoneau
- Screenplay & Story
- Joyce Eliason, E.R. Frank, Rosie O'Donnell
- Original Title
- America
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yves Simoneau
Joyce Eliason, E.R. Frank, Rosie O'Donnell
Department Leadership Roster
Yves Simoneau
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About America
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What is America about?
In "America," Dr. Maureen Brennan, a psychiatrist at a youth treatment center, encounters her newest patient, a bi-racial boy named America. Through their sessions, Dr. Brennan helps America come to terms with his roller-coaster life, which began when he was taken by authorities from his crack-addicted mother, and placed into foster care as an infant. The short time of stability in his life occurred when America lived with Mrs. Harper, the elderly nanny to one of his foster families. Later reunited with his mother, she soon abandons America and he is again placed into foster care. Lagging behind in school and full of anger, America retreats further away from society after years of sexual abuse. After attempting suicide, America is placed in a treatment center where Dr. Brennan helps him open up about his painful past and discover the support and courage he needs to get his life back on track.
Who directed America?
America was directed by Yves Simoneau.
Who stars in America?
The principal cast of America includes Philip Johnson, Rosie O'Donnell, Ruby Dee, Jade Yorker, Tim Rhoze.
When was America released and how long is it?
America was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Is America based on a book or true story?
America is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "E.R. Frank".