system when they reach 18 (21 in a few U.S. states), as all services are cut. O'Donnel; explains that most of these kids end up as homeless or in jail. DVD The DVD of the film was released on September 1, 2009. America (2002 novel) The film is based on America, a young adult novel written by E.R. Frank. It tells the story of America, a fifteen-year-old biracial boy who had gotten lost in the system. The author of the book, E.R. Frank, is herself a social worker. In an author's note at the end of the book, she says she has worked with many Americas over the years. References External links 2009 television films 2009 films 2009 drama films Films based on American novels 2000s English-language films Films directed by Yves Simoneau Films scored by Normand Corbeil Lifetime (TV network) films Sony Pictures films American drama television films 2000s American films