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Losing Isaiah (1995)

Who decides what makes a mother?

  • Mar 17, 1995
  • 1h 46m
  • R

6.5/10

TMDB user score
111 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

Losing Isaiah is a 1995 drama film directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal. Its leading cast includes Jessica Lange, Halle Berry and David Strathairn. It runs for 1 hour 46 minutes.

Synopsis

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.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
1 hour 46 minutes
Age rating (US)
R
Language
English
Audience signal
6.5/10 from 111 TMDB votes

Official Trailer

Losing Isaiah - Trailer · plays from YouTube

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Cast

  • Jessica Lange Margaret Lewin
  • Halle Berry Khaila Richards
  • David Strathairn Charles Lewin
  • Cuba Gooding Jr. Eddie Hughes
  • Daisy Eagan Hannah Lewin
  • Marc John Jefferies Isaiah
  • Samuel L. Jackson Kadar Lewis
  • Joie Lee Marie
  • Regina Taylor Gussie
  • LaTanya Richardson Jackson Caroline Jones
  • Jacqueline Brookes Judge Silbowitz
  • Donovon Ian H. McKnight Amir
  • Rikkia A. Smith Josie
  • Paulette McDaniels Ethel
  • Velma Austin Rehab Leader
  • Glenda Starr Kelly Group Leader
  • Joan Kohn Toby Fredericks
  • Patrick Clear Bill Fredericks

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