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Summary: Laughter is the best medicine
Review: "Patch Adams" is truly a great movie in every way. Robin Williams plays as Patch Adams, a doctor who tries to be more than just a doctor to his patients, he tries to be a friend by making them laugh and by getting to know them personally. With his sense of humor, Patch Adams isn't like any other doctor. Doctors are known to be all business and to mainly be stuck up and to just get to the facts and then that's all. Therefore, when some of the people, mainly his roomate and the person who owns the hospital, notice Patch Adams's antics, they get angry about the way he does his job and they let him know about it. On the other hand, many of the doctors and nurses like Patch and think he is great for the hospital. But one thing's for sure, ALL of the patients like Patch a lot. Even though Patch is pretty old to be in medical school, he makes friends fast and develops a real important relationship with one of the female students at the school. "Patch Adams" is one of the best all around movies I've ever seen and in my opinion, it's Robin Williams's best movie by far. Like usual Robin Williams is hilarious while he's doing his antics in the movie, especially when he uses a skeleton to talk to the woman he likes. But even better, he does his humorous tricks in the movie and gets to know the patients and the other people with a real passion and understanding that shines through and makes this Robin Williams's best effort ever, in my opinion. Going to the doctor might not be such a hassle or a burden if there were more doctors like Patch Adams. "Patch Adams" is an inspirational and heartwarming movie that I recommend anybody to watch. Whether you like comedy movies, drama, or any type of movie, I recommend giving "Patch Adams" a try. It's hard to put into words how great this movie really is.
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Summary: Laughter is still the best medcine
Review: The movie proves that laughter is still the best medicine to cure one's loneliness and despair and Dr. Hunter Patch Adams is one of the few people who are agents of spreading cheers and hope to people. Patch Adams is no ordinary guy that you could meet everyday, he is one of the rarest person you can encounter. A person who never run out of cheers and good tidings to patients. Bringing hope to them and the unique cure of laughter to ease one's pain for the meantime. A person who's human spirit never give up to achieve his dream of becoming a doctor, and yes, a doctor of his own right. This film will inspire, bring you joy and even, it could make you cry. A perfect blend of drama and sense of humor which you can find in this one fantastic movie. The script was well-written and very balance in terms of wit and sensibility. I commended Robin Williams who played the inspiring life of Dr. Patch Adams. His role as Dr. Adams is absolutely fantastic and his performance is incredibly superb! he truly justified the character he played as Dr. Adams...flambuoyant, compassionate and free-spirited person. You will see a different Williams in this unique character.
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Summary: One of the best ever
Review: This is one of the best movies I have ever seen. Not only it is funny, but also very inspiring.
I am studying medicine and I see myself in Patch Adams. It always tears me apart when I here that we are supposed to behave like heartless machines. Patients sometimes need a friend more than a doctor. "We must learn to treat the patient as well as the disease"; "Our job is improving the quality of life, not just delaying death" are some of the ideas I had already thought about before watching this.
And relax all of you: the fact that a doctor is much friendlier than usual doesn't necessarily mean he is less competent.
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Summary: I've actually met Dr. Hunter "Patch" Adams
Review: The movie isn't quite true to Dr. Adam's reality, there are some dramatic elements added, for instance his midlife crisis actually happened while he was 18, as I was told by him. However this movie isn't supposed to be a biography, but rather an entertaining movie, and it does that well. With Robin Williams familliar humor this movie engages the audience to see not just the over used concept of the healing power of laughter; but more so the power of connection, of sharing the human experience. This movie suggests that it isn't enough to just bring your skills to this difficult proffession, but also to take yourself along also. We're all human beings, and we need to treat people with the dignity and compassion we treat ourselves with. This movie seems to say, to me, that there's nothing wrong with admiting to our shared humanity. This is a powerfull concept... In any case beyond the ideals suggested, this movie is a light and warm hearted escaped about dealing with life, and overcomming obstacles. I for one recommend this movie.
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Summary: Gain inspiration & wisdom while you're entertained!
Review: Robin Williams' portrayal of Dr. Patch Adams' medical school adventures was both entertaining and inspiring. Although Williams' comic genius shined through in his physical humor of clowning around (e.g. entertaining sick children by dancing with bedpans on his feet, an enema bulb on his nose and an IV stand as a dance partner) as well as quick verbal banter, the comedy is only part of Williams' acting repertoire and movie's appeal. Having seen Robin Williams mostly in interviews where he seemed to be spending every second trying to be funny, I was amazed at his ability to not only be serious, but to convincingly portray a spectrum of non-comic emotions/conditions: shock, grief, guilt, frustration, anger. All was not fun and games in the medical school education of Patch Adams, as he dealt with personal issues, personality clashes and the difficulties of trying change the institution of medicine without getting thrown out of medical school. I also enjoyed the work of the supporting cast of fellow medical students, instructors, administrators, nurses and patients. One especially amusing character was Patch Adams' pompous, roommate Mitch, played with a straight face by Philip Seymour Hoffman. Seeing Adams' effect on the people he knew over time was enjoyable and heartwarming, yet realistic: some warmed up immediately, some over time, and a few, unfortunately, not at all. But what makes this movie 5 stars is that combined with the good acting and entertainment value, many life's lessons are portrayed. Here are just a few of many. The value of:
* treating patients (and all people) as individuals with feelings, dreams, interests and talents to improve their quality of life, regardless of whether one can cure a disease.
* patience, kindness, persistence, humor and imagination in dealing with personality conflict.
* having a dream, believing in yourself, and selling that vision to others who can help you manifest it.
* having the persistence to deal with obstacles that get in the way of manifesting one's dream.
* having the courage to speak and act out against injustice, even at considerable personal risk. It's well worth watching this movie to gain wisdom from Patch Adams' life while being entertained by Robin Williams and a host of fine actors. However, those a expecting fast paced movie with lots of adventures and subplots may be disappointed.
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Summary: Laughter is the best medicine
Review: "Patch Adams" is truly a great movie in every way. Robin Williams plays as Patch Adams, a doctor who tries to be more than just a doctor to his patients, he tries to be a friend by making them laugh and by getting to know them personally. With his sense of humor, Patch Adams isn't like any other doctor. Doctors are known to be all business and to mainly be stuck up and to just get to the facts and then that's all. Therefore, when some of the people, mainly his roomate and the person who owns the hospital, notice Patch Adams's antics, they get angry about the way he does his job and they let him know about it. On the other hand, many of the doctors and nurses like Patch and think he is great for the hospital. But one thing's for sure, ALL of the patients like Patch a lot. Even though Patch is pretty old to be in medical school, he makes friends fast and develops a real important relationship with one of the female students at the school. "Patch Adams" is one of the best all around movies I've ever seen and in my opinion, it's Robin Williams's best movie by far. Like usual Robin Williams is hilarious while he's doing his antics in the movie, especially when he uses a skeleton to talk to the woman he likes. But even better, he does his humorous tricks in the movie and gets to know the patients and the other people with a real passion and understanding that shines through and makes this Robin Williams's best effort ever, in my opinion. Going to the doctor might not be such a hassle or a burden if there were more doctors like Patch Adams. "Patch Adams" is an inspirational and heartwarming movie that I recommend anybody to watch. Whether you like comedy movies, drama, or any type of movie, I recommend giving "Patch Adams" a try. It's hard to put into words how great this movie really is.
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Summary: total and complete ^&&*^%
Review: Sadly, I cannot give this movie a low enough rating. I saw it in the theatre and paid full price and still regret it to this day. Robin Williams, rather than being funny, is more creepy than anything else, and I found the whole production rather disturbing.
Unlike others, I was not so displeased with the whole "buck the establishment" preachiness of the film, but the fact that when Robin plays a serious/funny charater, it makes me feel dirty. The movie WAS preachy, and while I agree that bedside manner is of importance in the medical profession, I don't think I really want a doctor who floats around the hospital wearing a clown nose and playing with a bedpan. I'll pass thank you very much.
Furthermore, I dislike the fact that any "serious" doctor was protrayed as being unethical and uncaring. What a load of hooey.
I cannot give this movie a low enough rating, sadly. Avoid it like the plague! A final note, what is the deal with Robin Williams these days? The last movie I saw him in that I actually thought he did a good job in was death to smoochy. Why does Robin Williams only choose roles where he can be preachy and self-righteous? It creeps me out. YUCK!
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Summary: Michael
Review: reviewer: nerdness is a complete and utter moron. This movie is based on a true story (apparently you missed that being mentioned during it) and is all true events that actually happened. Hunter "Patch" Adams changed the entire medical profession with what he did and for the better no less. Sadly, looking at other reviews from 'nerdness' he sounds like he's in 9th or 10th grade so take his review as such (dumb teenaged kid that knows all). Going into the medical profession myself, I plan to use humor to it's fullest extent possible to help patients. This movie is awesome (5 out of 5). If you don't like it, seek medical help :)
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Summary: pretty good
Review: I think this movie was hilarious. Robin Williams, though a little old, made a very convincing Patch Adams. The story was solid and made sense throught the whole movie. One of the downsides of this movie is that at times it gets a little sappy- AND obscene. I would have preferred if they had cleaned up the language a little- and- well, the scene where Robing(AS PAtch) decorates the hospital entrance as a woman's widespread legs, WELL!
If it were cleaned up, I would give it 10 stars out of five. (Do the math. it works.)
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Summary: Great story telling! Great film!
Review: Robin Williams does antoher fantastic job. With a blend of comedy and drama, he brings this TRUE STORY to life with integrity and dignity. Not only does this film provide tons of laughs, it's very educational in that we learn more about the human spirit than we ever have. It's definitely worth watching!
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