My Flesh and Blood
2003•1h 23m•8.2•Released
Documentary
My Flesh and Blood is a 2003 documentary film by Jonathan Karsh chronicling a year in the life of the Tom family. The Tom family is notable as the mother, Susan, adopted eleven children, most of whom had serious disabilities or diseases. The film itself is notable for handling the sensitive subject matter in an unsentimental way that is more uplifting than one might expect.
Director
Jonathan Karsh
Languages
English
Studio
Chaiken Films
Cast
Susan Tom
Self
Anthony Tom
Self
Faith Tom
Self
Production
Company
Chaiken Films
Company
Cinemax
Company
HBO
Producer
Jennifer Chaiken
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