My Flesh and Blood (2003)

  • NR
  • 01/17/2003 (US)
  • Documentary
  • 1h 23m

Overview

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.

Jonathan Karsh

Director

Cast

Susan Tom's headshot

Susan Tom

Self
Anthony Tom's headshot

Anthony Tom

Self
Faith Tom's headshot

Faith Tom

Self

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