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Review of I Am Sam (2001) by Siriporn P — 29 Feb 2012

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Very lovable girl. Very heartbreaking to be separated. Dakota Fanning plays awesome at her age.

This review of I Am Sam (2001) was written by Siriporn P on 29 Feb 2012.

I Am Sam has generally received positive reviews.

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