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The Doctor (1991)
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Reviews Counted: 11
Fresh: 9
Rotten:2
Average Rating: 6.5/10
Runtime: 2 hrs 3 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: Surgeon Jack MacKee (William Hurt) has long learned to examine his patients not as people but as specimens. In an ironic reversal of professional perspective, the unfeeling doctor learns that he... Surgeon Jack MacKee (William Hurt) has long learned to examine his patients not as people but as specimens. In an ironic reversal of professional perspective, the unfeeling doctor learns that he has cancer and realizes the businesslike treatment he has always doled out does nothing to encourage his -- or anyone's -- recovery. While forging a special bond with fellow cancer victim June (Elizabeth Perkins), Jack begins to discover the healing powers of love and compassion. Based on the autobiographical book A TASTE OF MY OWN MEDICINE by Dr. Ed Rosenbaum, DOCTOR is a plausible film. It captures the shortcomings of a mechanized health care industry. Mandy Patinkin is delivers a charming performance as the MacKee's rival surgeon, Murray. Director Randa Haines sets a qualitative standard in this hospital melodrama. The cinematography, story, and acting are all flawless. [More]
Starring: William Hurt, Elizabeth Perkins, Christine Lahti, Mandy Patinkin
Starring: William Hurt, Elizabeth Perkins, Christine Lahti, Mandy Patinkin, Adam Arkin
Director: Randa Haines
Director: Randa Haines
Screenwriter: Anthony Minghella
Producer: Ed Feldman, Laura Ziskin
Composer: Michael Convertino
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Oct 14, 2003
Reviews for The Doctor
An honest, well-acted and very moving drama about a cold, arrogant surgeon (a terrific Hurt) who learns about compassion when he becomes a cancer patient.
Gives a fresh appreciation of the dynamic interplay between mind, body, and soul in the art of healing.
Um filme que deveria ser assistido por todos os profissionais da área de Saúde.
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