PATCH ADAMS (Theatrical Release USA 1998)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.3|5.0 Starsìììì 

Patch Adams—Robin Williams—sells the idea of a way for medical doctors to act in a more compassionate way with hospital staff and patients. This movie may not be an A-grade film, but it tells a need-to-be-told story.  Well-written and presented, the movie more than deserves its watch. 

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Storyline 

A young man develops a desire to become a doctor and introduces unorthodox ways of treating patients. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Tom Shadyac for directing effort. Thank you to Producers Mike Farrell, Barry Kemp, Marvin Minoff, Charles Newirth, and Marsha Garces Williams. Cast includes Robin Williams, Daniel London, Monica Potter, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Bob Gunton, Josef Sommer, Irma P. Hall, Frances Lee McCain, Harve Presnell, Daniella Kuhn, Peter Coyote, James Greene, Michael Jeter, and Harold Gould. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Yes. This is a wonderful film to watch, has heart, and makes the audience think about the medical profession in a different way. 

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BUDDY (Theatrical Release USA 1997)

Ben Meyers’ Rating: 4.0|5.0 Starsìììì

Buddy—terrific, rich, and fully complete stage settings—presents an unusual story based partially on truth. The movie may not be for everyone. But, its solidly built foundation, good writing and exceptional acting, make it worth a watch. It’s good to see Robbie Coltrane in one of his earlier films along with Alan Cummings and Rene Russo. 

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Storyline 

A woman raises and trains undomesticated animals in her home. 

Additional Thanks 

Thank you to Director Caroline Thompson for directing effort. Thank you to Executive Producers Stephanie Allain, Francis Ford Coppola, Fred Fuchs, and Brian Henson for making the film possible. Cast includes: Rene Russo, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Cumming, Irma P. Hall, Peter Elliott, Mak Wilson, Lynn Robertson Bruce, Mark Sealey, Robert Tygner, Michelan Sisti, Peter Hurst, Leif Tilden, and Star Townsend. 

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe? 

Yes. Animal lovers, who appreciate animal training, will enjoy this movie. A good child/adult share film.

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Ben Meyers