I Am David (film)

I Am David is a 2003 British-American adventure drama film directed by Paul Feig. It is based on the 1963 novel of the same name by Anne Holm. The film tells the story of a young boy named David, who escapes from a concentration camp in Eastern Europe and travels across Europe to freedom.

The film stars Ben Tibber as David, along with James Caviezel, Joan Plowright, Hristo Shopov, and Silvia De Santis. It was filmed in Bulgaria, Italy, and England.

I Am David received generally mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's performances and its depiction of David's journey, others criticized its pacing and its faithfulness to the source material. The film was not a commercial success. The movie carries themes of hope, resilience, and the search for identity. David's journey is not only a physical one, but also a spiritual and emotional one as he learns to trust again after enduring trauma.