Losing Isaiah

1995 1h 46m ★6.5

Losing Isaiah

“Who decides what makes a mother?”

Khaila Richards, a crack-addicted single mother, accidentally leaves her baby in a dumpster while high and returns the next day in a panic to find he is missing. In reality, the baby has been adopted by a warm-hearted social worker, Margaret Lewin, and her husband, Charles. Years later, Khaila has gone through rehab and holds a steady job. After learning that her child is still alive, she challenges Margaret for the custody.

Release Date March 17, 1995
Runtime 1h 46m
Language English
Director Stephen Gyllenhaal
Category Drama
Rating 6.5 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1995
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