Adopted

“An intimate view of the complications of international adoption through the eyes of two adoptive families.”

★ 6.8(3)20081h 20m

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Good to know

Director: Barb Lee
Release date: 2008-12-04
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

About Adopted

Adopted is a 2008 movie in the Comedy and Documentary genres, directed by Barb Lee. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Adopted in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Jacqui and Roma.Adopted reveals the grit rather than the glamor of transracial adoption. First-time director Barb Lee goes deep into the intimate lives of two well-meaning families and shows us the subtle challenges they face. One family is just beginning the process of adopting a baby from China and is filled with hope and possibility. The other family’s adopted Korean daughter is now 32 years old. Prompted by her adoptive mother’s terminal illness, she tries to create the bond they never had. The results are riveting, unpredictable and telling. While the two families are at opposite ends of the journey, their stories converge to show us that love isn’t always enough.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Adopted in Canada?+

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Is Adopted on Netflix?+

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How long is Adopted?+

Adopted has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When did Adopted come out?+

Adopted is a 2008 movie directed by Barb Lee.

What genre is Adopted?+

Adopted is Comedy and Documentary film.

Who directed Adopted?+

Adopted was directed by Barb Lee.