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Wit (2001)

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Mike Nichols directs Emma Thompson in this made-for-cable adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama by Margaret Edson. Thompson plays Vivian Bearing, a college professor who teaches a course on English poetry. Vivian learns that she has advanced ovarian cancer and only a short time to live, which gives her a sudden and dramatic insight into the importance of kindness and compassion. Wit also features Christopher Lloyd, Eileen Atkins, Audra McDonald, and Jonathan Woodward as Dr. Jason

PG-13, 1 hr. 45 min.

Drama, Television

Directed By: Mike Nichols

Written By: Mike Nichols, Emma Thompson

On DVD: Sep 11, 2001

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Emma Thompson
Vivian Bearing
Christopher Lloyd
Dr. Harvey Kelekian
Eileen Atkins
E. M. Ashford
Audra McDonald
Susie Monahan
Harold Pinter
Mr. Bearing
Jonathan M. Woodward
Dr. Jason Posner

Critic Reviews for Wit

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Thompson gives a real tour-de-force performance, moving professor Bearing from bemusement to curiousity, fear to confusion, anger to anguish with skilful subtlety

January 10, 2010 Full Review Source: Cinemania

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Dan Jardine

Cinemania

The dour subject matter and director Mike Nichols' unflinching approach may make this a difficult viewing, but it is rewarding.

July 26, 2003 Full Review Source: Reel Film Reviews

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

A powerful drama about dying and death that will soften the heart of anyone who sees it.

November 6, 2001 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

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I've seen this twice and I loved it both times. It's a real emotional kick in the pants, especially the orange popsicle scene right before the DNR climax. Also, Jonathan Woodward is absurdly good looking in this film, though he is not usually in other things he does.

April 28, 2011