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My Flesh and Blood (2003): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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My Flesh and Blood is a 2003 documentary directed by Jonathan Karsh, starring Susan Tom. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes and earned $40,573 worldwide. Critics gave it 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.3/10.

IMDb rating
8.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
90%
worldwide gross
$40.6K
Metascore
78
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My Flesh and Blood (2003) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Director
Jonathan Karsh
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is My Flesh and Blood About?

The premise of My Flesh and Blood without spoilers.

This documentary portrays the remarkable life of Susan Tom, a mother who has lovingly adopted and cares for eleven children, each facing unique mental and physical challenges. The film follows Susan as she manages the daily routines of raising her large family, from celebrating birthdays to attending numerous medical appointments. Through these experiences, "My Flesh and Blood" offers an inspiring look at her unwavering dedication, resilience, and the profound meaning of unconditional love and acceptance within a family.

My Flesh and Blood Themes & Keywords

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  • large family
  • single mother
  • california
  • wheelchair
  • swimming
  • swimming pool
  • sister sister relationship
  • single parent
  • school
  • school bus
  • mother son relationship
  • mother daughter relationship
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  • missing limb
  • mental retardation
  • interracial adoption
  • ice skating
  • hospital
  • halloween
  • halloween party
  • halloween costume
  • haircut
  • family relationships
  • disabled
  • disabled child
  • disability
  • death of cast member
  • burn victim
  • brother sister relationship
  • brother brother relationship
  • birthday
  • birthday party
  • amputee
  • adoptive mother
  • adoption
  • cystic fibrosis
  • death of child
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Cast & crew

My Flesh and Blood Cast

Susan Tom stars in My Flesh and Blood. Directed by Jonathan Karsh.

Ratings

My Flesh and Blood Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave My Flesh and Blood 90% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.3/10.

Box office

My Flesh and Blood Box Office

My Flesh and Blood grossed $40,573 worldwide.

2003 box office

Worldwide gross

$40.6K

US & Canada
$40.6K
Videos

My Flesh and Blood Trailers & Videos

The trailer of My Flesh and Blood.

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FAQ

My Flesh and Blood FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of My Flesh and Blood, each answered in a sentence.

How long is My Flesh and Blood?

My Flesh and Blood runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was My Flesh and Blood released?

My Flesh and Blood was released on November 28, 2003.

Who directed My Flesh and Blood?

My Flesh and Blood was directed by Jonathan Karsh.

Who is in the cast of My Flesh and Blood?

My Flesh and Blood stars Susan Tom.

How much did My Flesh and Blood make at the box office?

My Flesh and Blood grossed $40,573 worldwide.

How is My Flesh and Blood rated?

My Flesh and Blood has 8.3/10 on IMDb, 90% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78 on Metacritic and 80% on TMDB.

Does My Flesh and Blood have a post-credit scene?

No. My Flesh and Blood has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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