When Mary's (Marcia Gay Harden) mental illness puts herself and her family in jeopardy, her husband (Joe Pantoliano) and son (Devon Gearhart) helplessly watch as she is torn from the family by the police. Forced to raise a boy on his own and cope with his wife's schizophrenia, father and son learn what it is to truly be a family. Inspired by a true story, this critically acclaimed and award winning film is as full of hope and humor as it is heartbreaking performances.

Information

Runtime

101 minutes

Release Date

2006

Genre

Drama

Awards

Winner of Alice in the City Prize, Rome Film Festival

Official Selection, Ebertfest

Winner of Jury Award, People's Choice Award

Distinguished Award of Merit, Fort Lauderale International Film Festival