Life According to Sam

January. 21,2013      G
Rating:
8.1
Trailer Synopsis Cast

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.

Dave Matthews as  Self

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