Patients
Overview
After a serious sport accident in a swimming pool, Ben, now an incomplete quadriplegic, arrives in a rehabilitation center. He meets with other handicapped persons (tetraplegics, paraplegics, traumatized crania), all victims of accidents, as well as a handicapped since his early childhood. They go through impotence, despair and resignation, with their daily struggle to learn how to move a finger or to hold a fork. Some of them slowly find a little mobility while others receive the verdict of the handicap for life. Despite everything, hope and friendship help them endure their difficulties.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set in a French hospital, Patients reflects the cultural nuances and societal expectations placed on medical professionals in Europe. The film also touches upon the universal nature of healthcare systems and their impact on patients' lives.
- The movie offers a gripping portrayal of the complexities and challenges faced by medical professionals in modern-day healthcare.
- Patients showcases compelling performances from its ensemble cast, particularly from actor Denis Ménochet who delivers an emotionally resonant performance.
- The film tackles thought-provoking themes related to ethics, morality, and the human condition in the context of a hospital setting.
- It's a must-watch for those interested in character-driven dramas with a strong narrative focus.
Fun Facts
- The film was inspired by real-life events experienced by director Grandhomme during his time as a resident doctor.
- Denis Ménochet, who plays the protagonist Dr. Besson, is a French actor best known for his role in the critically acclaimed film The Artist (2011).
- Patients features several subtle nods to classic medical dramas like Grey's Anatomy and ER, while maintaining its unique French perspective.