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Special Ed

  • 2005
  • 1h 48m
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6.8/10
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Special Ed (2005)
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Dr. David Edwards is a cancer specialist, and his life is his work. His only friend is Lou Rosen, 73. Lou is also David's patient, but at his age, chances are grim. Still, everyone deserves ... Read allDr. David Edwards is a cancer specialist, and his life is his work. His only friend is Lou Rosen, 73. Lou is also David's patient, but at his age, chances are grim. Still, everyone deserves a chance, or at least that's what David thought before Sonny Collins walked into his offic... Read allDr. David Edwards is a cancer specialist, and his life is his work. His only friend is Lou Rosen, 73. Lou is also David's patient, but at his age, chances are grim. Still, everyone deserves a chance, or at least that's what David thought before Sonny Collins walked into his office. On paper, Sonny looked ideal for his experimental trial: early forties with an inoperab... Read all

  • Director
    • Jeffrey Phelps
  • Writer
    • Jeffrey Phelps
  • Stars
    • Greg Germann
    • D.W. Moffett
    • Bill Cobbs
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    6.8/10
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    • Director
      • Jeffrey Phelps
    • Writer
      • Jeffrey Phelps
    • Stars
      • Greg Germann
      • D.W. Moffett
      • Bill Cobbs
    • 5User reviews
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    Greg Germann
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    • David
    D.W. Moffett
    D.W. Moffett
    • Sonny
    Bill Cobbs
    Bill Cobbs
    • Lou
    Connie Britton
    Connie Britton
    • Abi
    Trevor Wright
    Trevor Wright
    • Mitch
    E. Sean Griffin
    E. Sean Griffin
    • Nurse Randy
    Christopher Neame
    Christopher Neame
    • Dr. Davis
    Emma Lockhart
    Emma Lockhart
    • Meghan
    Carrie Armstrong
    Carrie Armstrong
    • Meghan's mom
    Justine Slater
    • Mary Beth
    Jason Earles
    Jason Earles
    • Young David
    Erika Bruun-Andersen
    • Bartender
    J. Steven Clark
    J. Steven Clark
    • Donald
    Randy Crowder
    Randy Crowder
    • David's Dad
    Brooke Flamion
    • Prom Girl
    Jesse Janzen
    Jesse Janzen
    • Young Sonny
    Alexis Krause
    Alexis Krause
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    Judith Moreland
    Judith Moreland
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    8/10
    The positives of this movie make up for the flow.
    A dedicated but socially challenged Doctor, takes on a stubborn, egotistical, alpha-male health insurance salesman as a patient for his experimental cancer trial. "Sonny", can close any deal and is full of pride and confidence; unfortunately he lacks sincerity and commitment to friends and family. Meeting "Sonny" rattles and unearths the Doctors memories of a bitter father/son relationship and a horrible high school experience. The collision of these characters forces a journey to reconcile the past and amend the present.

    Interesting movie, with lots of good scenes and realistic dialogue, but some missed potential. The flow/mood is a little off, and Greg Germann's portrayal of the doctor is a little over done for my taste, but in the context of the story you'll find yourself making excuses for his awkward delivery. I thought Don Moffett's "Sonny" was excellent, and in my opinion his character makes this entire film a worthy experience.

    Overall a very enjoyable thought provoking film that draws you in by exploring the dynamics, emotions and contrast between two very different characters.
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    • Release date
      • January 20, 2006 (Brazil)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Életmentő
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production company
      • Pharmhouse Productions
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      • $250,000 (estimated)
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      1 hour 48 minutes
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