Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2018. Based on a true story: Patrick Henry Hughes was born blind and without the ability to walk, but with the help of his dedicated father, he will fulfill his dream of playing with the university marching band. In I Am Potential, Hughes recounts the eight critical lessons he has learned that are at the heart of his success, including "When Life Gives You Lemons, Accept Them and Be Grateful" and "Do All You Can to Change What You Can." Gender: female. Based on the inspiring true story of Patrick Henry Hughes, I Am Potential - the Hughes' story - reminds us all to look at the things we have, rather than the things we don’t, as we all try to reach our God-given potential. Europe. 4 star rating. I am glad I took the time to watch this movie. A book that shows there is hope and potential in any situation. This book would provide hope for many people in many situations. This is the story of how a father learned to sacrifice all of his own dreams and plans for the sake of his son. One caused him to be born without eyes, and another prevented his joints from forming properly. Quality: 5. 401 Practical Adaptations for Every Classroom, Teaching Students With Special Needs in Inclusive Classrooms, Surviving Due Process: When Parents and the School Board Disagree, Stephen Jeffers v. School Board. This is a story that is motivating and really shows how much the love of a father for his son could change his life. I loved this inspiring movie! Top 200 of all time 150 Essential Comedies. I Am Potential is based on the amazing true story of Patrick Henry Hughes. February 20, 2019. This guy is fantastic. Quite simply put, read this book and check out who Patrick Henry Hughes is. PHH is only 2 days older than me, but he has accomplished so much, I can't help but think, why not me as well. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Based on the true story of Patrick Henry Hughes. Select the department you want to search in. Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2017. Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2018, This is truly probably one of the most inspirational films that I have ever watched and a must-see for anybody who has a family that has to deal with any sort of adversities for it is truly nothing but inspirational this child has dealt with many disabilities or I should say physical limitations but he's anything but disabled in this movie it just shows what you can do even with adversities truly an awesome film and must see if I could give it six stars I would, Beautiful Story of Triumph over Adversities, Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2019. (29 reviews) 2016. The book is excellent and well worth the time. Patrick Henry Hughes was born with a rare genetic disorder that left him without eyes and physically disabled. He dreamed of one day joining the University of Louisville marching band but there was one problem: Patrick Henry was born without eyes or the ability to walk. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Synopsis. I Am Potential tells the true story of a father's journey to help his blind and wheelchair-bound son overcome impossible odds and allow the world to see his God-given potential. There was a problem loading your book clubs. I was surprised to find out about that years ago. Patrick Henry Hughes was born with an extremely rare genetic disorder: arms that could not straighten, legs that would never be able to walk, and most devastatingly of all, permanent blindness. I Am Potential stars Burgess Jenkins (Remember the Titans) as Patrick John Hughes, Jimmy Bellinger as Patrick Henry Hughes, Jama Williamson as Patricia Hughes, and Judge Reinhold as Dr. Greg Byrne.