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1995

Losing Isaiah

Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal
Who decides what makes a mother?

Khaila Richards, a crack-addicted single mother, accidentally leaves her baby in a dumpster while high and returns the next day in a panic to find he is missing. In reality, the baby has been adopted by a warm-hearted social worker, Margaret Lewin, and her husband, Charles. Years later, Khaila has gone through rehab and holds a steady job. After learning that her child is still alive, she challenges Margaret for the custody.

Duration

1h 46m

Released

March 17, 1995

Revenue

$7,603,766

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6.4

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Cast49

  • Jessica Lange
  • Halle Berry
  • David Strathairn
  • Cuba Gooding Jr.
  • Daisy Eagan
  • Marc John Jefferies
  • Samuel L. Jackson
  • Joie Lee
  • Regina Taylor

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