Because of Sam is...

…an uplifting, independent documentary film about a young man who was born with Down syndrome named Sam Piazza who beat the odds, is an advocate for people with disabilities, and an inspiration to all who know him. The film transforms how the world views people with disabilities and inspires ALL people to pursue their dreams.
…an uplifting, independent documentary film about a young man who was born with Down syndrome named Sam Piazza who beat the odds, is an advocate for people with disabilities, and an inspiration to all who know him. The film transforms how the world views people with disabilities and inspires ALL people to pursue their dreams.
Sam Piazza, Ruth Piazza, John Piazza
Sam Piazza, Ruth Piazza, John Piazza
Sam Piazza, Sam's Mother Ruth Piazza, Sam's Father John Piazza
Star of Because of Sam, Sam Piazza

Stream the FULL 50-Minute Movie at Home or Bring it to Your Organization.
See ALL of the Educational Options* Below.
*A Florida Bar-Approved CLE credit option is available for Florida attorneys.

“Sam is a wonderful young man who is an amazing representative of our brand...” 
~Nick Reader, PDQ CEO and Co-Founder

“I loved it! So uplifting! Truly inspiring!” 
~Suzanne McCormick, President and CEO, YMCA of the US

 SEE MOVIE TRAILER Featuring Sam Piazza 
and WWE Superstar Titus O’Neil by Clicking Below
David Scott, Nick Altieri, and Sam Piazza - Stars of Because of Sam
Pictured above from right to left: Sam Piazza with his best friends 
Nick Altieri and David Scott who appear in the movie and are active with GiGi's Playhouse in Tampa.
Pictured above from right to left
Sam Piazza with his best friends Nick Altieri and David Scott who appear in the movie and are active with GiGi's Playhouse in Tampa.

“Well done, exceptional, inspiring. You did an amazing job. It turned out beautifully. From our hearts, thank you for telling our story.” 
~Ruth Piazza, Sam's Mother

As Interviewed On:

Because of Sam interviewed on WEDU
Because of Sam interviewed on Channel 10 News
Because of Sam interviewed on ABC Action News
Because of Sam interviewed on News Channel 8

Because of Sam Educational Options...

① Bring the Virtual Because of Sam Educational Program 
to Your Organization...

Includes online access to the Because of Sam 50-minute documentary film, educational materials, a facilitated discussion, and a Participant Evaluation Form delivered via a custom portal for your organization. 
A Florida Bar-Approved CLE credit option is available for Florida attorneys.
Bring the virtual Because of Sam Educational Program to Your Organization

Please contact Filmmaker Renee Warmack, MPA at (813) 610-3132 or at Support@WatchBecauseofSam.com to sign up TODAY!

② Bring the In-Person Because of Sam Educational Program 
to Your Organization...

Includes an In-Person Because of Sam 50-minute documentary film screening, educational materials, a facilitated discussion by the Movie's Producer, Renee Warmack, Sam Piazza, and others; and a Participant Evaluation Form delivered at your organization.

NOTE: Presenters will maintain “COVID19 Friendly” protocols.
Sam Piazza speaking at Because of Sam Roadshow
Bob Basham, PDQ & Outback Co-Founder and Sam Piazza, star of Because of Sam
"Look at What He Has Meant to Our Company"
Bob Basham, PDQ & Outback Co-Founder
“To other employers, I would say, look at Sam, and look at what he has meant to our company.”

③ Rent and Stream Because of Sam At-Home...

PLEASE NOTE: You’ll be asked to provide your name, email address, and 11.99 payment for the one-time movie rental of Because of Sam through Vimeo, which is simply the secure streaming platform for the movie. You do not need to have an annual Vimeo subscription to pay this one-time fee to watch the movie.
Click below to stream the movie for 48 hours at home...

Other Ways to Support and Connect...

...Help Us Touch More Lives with Sam's Inspirational Story

Please consider making a voluntary, online contribution (or by check) to support Because of Sam’s marketing, distribution, and production costs, to include adding closed captioning and subtitles to reach families in different languages.
Because of Sam Producer, Renee Warmack, through Because of Sam the Movie, LLC, will donate a portion of the net movie proceeds to organizations that support people with Down syndrome.
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