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Birth Name: Samantha Jane Morton
Birth Date: 1977-05-13
Birth Place: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, UK
Alternate Names: Саманта Мортон, سامانتا مورتون, サマンサ・モートン
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Samantha Jane Morton, born in 1977 in Nottingham, England, is an accomplished English actress known for her roles in independent films with dark themes, particularly period dramas. She began her career at age 15, appearing in British television series like 'Band of Gold' (1995-1996) and 'The History of Tom Jones: a Foundling' (1997). Morton's film credits include 'Emma' (1996), 'Jane Eyre' (1997), 'Under the Skin' (1997), 'Sweet and Lowdown' (1999), 'In America' (2003), 'Longford' (2006), and many others. She has received numerous awards, including a BAFTA Fellowship, BAFTA Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and was nominated for Academy Awards and Emmy Awards.
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
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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: 1980s, aids, halloween costume, home renovation, ice cream parlor, immigration, inspirational, new york city, semi autobiographical, struggling actor, tenement
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.
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.