Movie Description

Life According to Sam

(2013)

Overview

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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Original TitleLife According to Sam

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2013-01-21

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 30m

Homepagehttps://www.hbo.com/movies/life-according-to-sam

Production CompaniesFine Films,HBO Documentary Films

Genres

  • Documentary