In a New York hospital Dr Malcolm Sayers finds a group of "forgotten" coma patients, seemingly oblivious to the world and beyond help. Through sheer dedication he discovers a spark of life in his charges and a long suppressed capacity for love in himself. A beautiful and uplifting true story.
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EXTRAORDINARY MEASURES (2009)
Certification15 Our Rating
A biotechnology executive and his wife attempt to save the lives of their 2 children who suffer from a genetic condition, Pompe disease. After contacting a relevant scientific researcher they raise wads of cash to fund the development of a drug.
Based on a true story "Extraordinary Measures" effectively portrays the conflicts of interest between the profit motives of the drug companies and the needs of patients. It avoids degenerating into slush and the star cast raises it above your average T
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IN LOVE AND WAR (1996)
Certification15 Our Rating
Tearjerking drama based on the young Ernest Hemingway's real life romance, the inspiration for his classic "A Farewell To Arms". As an 18-year-old soldier in WW1, love is the last thing on his mind, until a near-fatal injury puts his life in the hands of a beautiful, older nurse. Superb performances.
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LORENZO'S OIL (1992)
Certification15 Our Rating
A remarkably moving drama that avoids being over-sugary. Nolte and Sarandon play a couple whose son devolps ALD, a rare and incurable nerve disease. Leaving behind the medical establishment they race against time searching for a cure. A powerful tale of a successful struggle against the odds.
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POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE (1991)
Certification15 Our Rating
Streep and MacLaine give riveting portrayals as the celebrity mother and daughter, who, more alike than they think, battle against both each other and the alcohol and drug induced haze of Hollywood. Supposedly based on the true-life traumas of actress Carrie Fisher and her mum Debbie Reynolds and adapted from Fisher's semi-autobiographical novel. 9 out of 9.
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THE SEA INSIDE (2004)
CertificationPG Our Rating
Ramon Sampedro has been on an unusual quest for over thirty years, almost completely paralysed he has been fighting for the right to legally end his life. Based on a true story The Sea Inside is a tale of extraordinary beauty; exemplary performances and thoughtful direction have created something that seems to contradict Ramon's desire, because against all logic this film is a celebration of life. Deeply thoughtful and immensely moving.
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