SAM.

About This Movie

So, 'SAM.' is this intriguing little drama set in the summer of '94. It's about a ten-year-old girl named Sam, who’s got this free-spirited vibe. She hangs out with her older brother and his friends, and the film captures that nostalgic yet bittersweet feel of childhood. The pacing is pretty laid-back, almost dreamy at times, which suits the themes of innocence and societal expectations for girls nicely. The performances feel genuine, particularly the girl playing Sam, who just brings this raw authenticity to her role. You can really sense the shift when she starts to face those societal limits. It’s a quiet piece, but it has that lingering quality that makes you reflect on growing up and the loss of innocence.

Set in summer of 1994Focus on childhood innocenceSubtle societal commentary