America (2009)

2009 • 88 minutes
5.0
41 reviews
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Rosie O'Donnell gives an inspired performance in a dramatic and enlightening story about the plight of this country's forgotten youth. America (newcomer Philip Johnson), a 16-year-old biracial boy, seems like just another statistic from a broken foster care system when he arrives in a residential treatment facility where psychiatrist Dr. Maureen Brennan (O'Donnell) works. Through a series of confrontational sessions, Dr. Brennan helps America find the one thing missing from his entire life: hope. Co-starring acclaimed actress Ruby Dee, AMERICA is a powerful and provocative journey that will stay with you forever. © 2009 Sony Pictures Television Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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5.0
41 reviews
Melissa
December 21, 2019
Exceptional performances! Well done lifetime. This movie could have been on the big-screen. A must see for anyone who cares about today's youth...
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Deirdre Jones
May 29, 2016
this movie it my favorite lifetime movie ever. it's so good I didn't even know it was from lifetime
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Millie Jean
August 31, 2015
Love this movie remind me.of a child trauma
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