A divine twist of fate causes Constance Rivers (Lynn Whitfield) and her son Douglas (Michael Jai White) to open their hearts to an ex-convict, BenjaminSparks (Byron Minns). While on the brink of losing her battle with kidney failure, Constance’s near death confession instantly collides her past with her present, revealing Douglas and Benjamin are fraternal twin brothers who were separated at birth 37 years ago. Shocked, confused and on the verge of losing their mother, the two men must work to develop a bond of brotherhood that will last a lifetime and give their mother peace. Michael Jai White, Lynn Whitfield, Nadine Ellis, Clifton Powell, Byron Minns all star in this heart warming film.
“Somebody’s Child is an emotionally rewarding family story that demonstrates the true power of faith, love and forgiveness We are very pleased to be able to present this to our GMC family of viewers.”-Leslie Chesloff
Based on Siddeeqah Powell’s original screenplay, the honorable mention winner in the 2011 GMC Faith and Family Screenplay Competition at the American Black Film Festival (ABFF), Somebody’s Child makes its world television premiere on Saturday, August 25 at 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 26 at 7:00, 9:00 and 11:00 p.m., with an encore on Monday, September 10 at 9:00 p.m. All times are EST.
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