My Sister's Keeper (film)

My sisters keeper poster

My Sister's Keeper
Directed by	Nick Cassavetes
Screenplay by	Jeremy Leven, Nick Cassavetes
Based on	My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult
Produced by	Mark Johnson
Starring	Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin, Alec Baldwin, Sofia Vassilieva, Jason Patric, Joan Cusack
Cinematography	Caleb Deschanel
Edited by	Jim Flynn
Music by	Aaron Zigman
Production companies	Curmudgeon Films, Gran Via Productions
Distributed by	Warner Bros.
Release date	June  26, 2009 (2009-06-26)
Running time	109 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$30 million
Box office	$95.7 million

My Sister's Keeper is a 2009 American drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes and based on Jodi Picoult's 2004 novel of the same name. The film stars Cameron Diaz, Abigail Breslin, Alec Baldwin, Sofia Vassilieva, Jason Patric, and Joan Cusack. The screenplay was adapted by Jeremy Leven and Nick Cassavetes.

Plot

The film follows the story of Anna Fitzgerald (Abigail Breslin), a young girl who sues her parents for medical emancipation when she is expected to donate a kidney to her older sister, Kate (Sofia Vassilieva), who is suffering from leukemia. The narrative explores the ethical and moral dilemmas faced by the family, particularly the parents, Sara (Cameron Diaz) and Brian (Jason Patric), as they navigate the complexities of medical decisions and familial bonds.

Cast

• Cameron Diaz as Sara Fitzgerald
• Abigail Breslin as Anna Fitzgerald
• Alec Baldwin as Campbell Alexander
• Sofia Vassilieva as Kate Fitzgerald
• Jason Patric as Brian Fitzgerald
• Joan Cusack as Judge De Salvo
• Thomas Dekker as Taylor Ambrose
• Heather Wahlquist as Aunt Kelly
• Emily Deschanel as Dr. Farquad

Production

The film was produced by Mark Johnson and shot in various locations in California. Aaron Zigman composed the film's score, and Caleb Deschanel handled the cinematography. The film was distributed by Warner Bros. and released on June 26, 2009.

Reception

My Sister's Keeper received mixed reviews from critics. While the performances, particularly those of Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin, were praised, some critics felt that the film did not fully capture the depth of the novel. The film grossed $95.7 million worldwide against a budget of $30 million.

Themes

The film delves into themes such as medical ethics, family dynamics, and the moral implications of genetic engineering. It raises questions about the rights of individuals versus the needs of family members and the ethical considerations of using one child to save another.

See also

• Jodi Picoult
• Leukemia
• Medical ethics
• Genetic engineering in fiction