Life According to Sam

Life According to Sam

"Progeria is just a part of who I am."
  • 2013
  • 1 hr 30 min
  •  6.895  (19)
  •   Released

Progeria is a rare, fatal genetic condition that causes accelerated aging in children; its young victims rarely live past 13. This moving documentary explores the remarkable world of Sam Berns and the relentless pursuit of a treatment and cure by his parents (both doctors) to save their son from the disease.

Life According to Sam
Fall Documentary Series: Life According to Sam (HBO Documentary Films)

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Progeria is a rare, fatal genetic condition that causes accelerated aging in children; its young victims rarely live past 13. This moving documentary explores the remarkable world of Sam Berns and the relentless pursuit of a treatment and cure by his parents (both doctors) to save their son from the disease.
  • Release Date
    2013
  • Runtime
    1 hr 30 min
  • Language
    en
  • Rating
    6.895  (19)