In America (2002)
Release Year: 2002
Nation: Ireland, United States of America
Alternative Title: Tierra de sueños, Terra de Sonhos, В Америка, Bienvenue en Amérique, Amerikában, B'America, In America - Il sogno che non c'era, イン・アメリカ 三つの小さな願いごと, Būt Amerikā, Nasza Ameryka, Na América, În America, В Америке, У Америци, V Ameriki, En América, Drömmarnas land, 前進天堂, Yeni bir ülkede, В Америці, East of Harlem
Director: Jim Sheridan
Writer: Jim Sheridan, Kirsten Sheridan, Naomi Sheridan
Production & Genre
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Companies: East of Harlem (UK) Ltd, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Hell's Kitchen, Irish Film Industry
Genre: Drama
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Keywords
Keywords: 1980s, aids, halloween costume, home renovation, ice cream parlor, immigration, inspirational, new york city, semi autobiographical, struggling actor, tenement
Story
Following the death of their five-year-old son Frankie, Irish couple Johnny and Sarah Sullivan immigrate illegally to New York City with their two remaining children, Christy and Ariel. They move into a dilapidated tenement in Hell's Kitchen, sharing it with drug addicts and transvestites. Among them is Mateo, an African-American artist nicknamed 'the screamer', who has AIDS. The family struggles financially but tries to maintain a supportive environment despite their circumstances. Christy, who records their life with her camcorder, believes Frankie's spirit grants her three wishes. Sarah becomes pregnant, and the memory of Frankie continues to influence their lives.
Summary
In America (2002) is a semi-autobiographical drama directed by Jim Sheridan, exploring themes of immigration, grief, and perseverance. Set in 1980s New York City, the film follows an Irish family seeking a new life after tragedy strikes at home. The narrative balances their struggle to adapt to their new environment with moments of joy and hope, making it an inspirational tale of resilience in the face of adversity.
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