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Losing Isaiah

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1995 | 106 min | Drama

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With a box office loss and middling reviews (45% on Rotten Tomatoes), it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 46 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: expect drug use.

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    45% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.5 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $8 million worldwide on a $17 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 89K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing

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Cast & crew

Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal

  • Jessica LangeMargaret Lewin
  • Halle BerryKhaila Richards
  • David StrathairnCharles Lewin
  • Cuba Gooding Jr.Eddie Hughes
  • Daisy EaganHannah Lewin
  • Marc John JefferiesIsaiah
  • Samuel L. JacksonKadar Lewis
  • Joie LeeMarie
  • Regina TaylorGussie
  • LaTanya Richardson JacksonCaroline Jones