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Sam Now

Sam Now

Season 24 Episode 14 | 1hr 24m 59s

In this coming-of-age documentary about generational trauma, follow Sam Harkness from age 11 to 36 as his middle-class Seattle family is heartbroken and unsure of what to do after his mother suddenly leaves them. Woven together with home movies lovingly crafted by Sam’s half brother, director Reed Harkness, witness a boy grow up grappling with the ripple effects of a singular traumatic event.

Aired: 05/07/23
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A collaboration changes the course of forensic science and international human rights.
Filmmaker captures immigrant's life in prison through family reenactments.
The bonds between a deaf father and his hearing, formerly incarcerated daughter deepen.
Conservative beliefs have defined them. Now they’re championing their LGBTQ+ children.