Life as a House

(2001)Directed by Irwin Winkler125 min · RDrama
Seen from a distance, it's perfect.

When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he takes custody of his misanthropic teenage son, for whom quality time means getting high, engaging in small-time prostitution, and avoiding his father.

Kevin Klineas George Monroe
Hayden Christensenas Sam Monroe
Kristin Scott Thomasas Robin Kimball
Jena Maloneas Alyssa Beck
Mary Steenburgenas Colleen Beck
Jamey Sheridanas Peter Kimball
Scott Bakulaas Officer Kurt Walker
Sam Robardsas David Dokos
Mike Weinbergas Adam Kimball
Scotty Leavenworthas Ryan Kimball
John Pankowas Bryan Burke
Kim Delgadoas Bob Larson
Margo Winkleras Barbara
Jon Fosteras Corey