My Sister's Keeper
My Sister's Keeper

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My Sister's Keeper

2002
Movie
90 min
English

Two sisters take a journey of discovery and reconciliation based on the memoirs of Margaret Moorman. Christine has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and must rely on others for support even though she longs for and independent and ordinary life. When her mother dies, her sister Judy becomes responsible for her care. The two are left to face the struggles of finding common ground.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes51%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users75%
Director: Nick CassavetesGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

The film centers on Anna Fitzgerald, a young girl conceived to be a genetic match for her older sister, Kate, who is suffering from a rare form of leukemia. Anna has been the primary donor for Kate's medical needs since birth. However, when Kate's condition worsens, Anna decides to sue her parents for medical emancipation, seeking the right to make decisions about her own body.

Critical Reception

My Sister's Keeper received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances, particularly from Abigail Breslin and Sofia Vassilieva, and the emotional depth of the story. However, some critics found the film melodramatic and criticized its deviation from the source novel.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong performances, especially by the young actresses.

  • Criticized for its heavy-handed emotional manipulation.

  • The film's controversial ending, which differs from the book, was a point of discussion.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's emotional impact and the acting, finding it a moving and thought-provoking story about family and sacrifice, though some felt it was overly sentimental.

Awards & Accolades

Abigail Breslin was nominated for a Young Artist Award for her role.

Fun Fact

The film's ending was changed from the novel at the insistence of star Cameron Diaz, who felt the original ending was too bleak.

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