Sam's Son
Sam's Son

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Sam's Son

1984
Movie
104 min
English

Michael Landon's semi-autobiographical sketch of his earlier life. It's the story of Gene Orowitz, a high school student struggling with his identity, who finds success as a javelin thrower on the track team.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Michael LandonGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of Oliver, a young man who is searching for his identity and grappling with his past. He was abandoned as a child and has been moved from foster home to foster home. Oliver eventually discovers that his biological father is a wealthy and influential businessman. This discovery sets Oliver on a path to confront his father and understand the circumstances of his abandonment.

Critical Reception

Sam's Son was met with generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot contrived and the acting uninspired. Audiences also seemed to be largely unimpressed, leading to poor box office performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and melodramatic storyline.

  • Performances are considered by critics to be largely unengaging.

  • The movie's attempt at emotional depth falls flat for many reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Sam's Son' on Google is not readily available. However, general critical sentiment suggests it was not a well-received film.

Fun Fact

Michael Landon, known for his roles in 'Bonanza,' 'Little House on the Prairie,' and 'Highway to Heaven,' not only directed but also starred in and wrote 'Sam's Son.'

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