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Flowers for Algernon

Flowers for Algernon

2000 · 91 min · EN · NR · 5.5 (23 votes)
Dir. Jeff Bleckner · Starring Matthew Modine, Kelli Williams, Ron Rifkin, Bonnie Bedelia, Gloria Slade, Cliff Saunders · Music Mark Adler

“Last month, Charlie Gordon couldn't read. Now he's quoting Shakespeare. Can the medical miracle that changed his life help him understand the meaning of love?”

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Charlie Gordon is mentally handicapped and all he wants in life is to be a genius. When he gets picked for experimental surgery it looks like his dream may finally come true. But the surgery has side effects that could could kill Charlie. Can Charlie survive being just plain old "Charlie Gordon" and will his newfound romance survive this test of character?

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A deeply affecting drama that explores the profound impact of intellect on identity and relationships. It’s a tear-jerker that lingers, prompting reflection on what truly makes us human.

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