Thursday, June 6, 2013

DVD - The Sessions (15)

A severe bought of polio debilitated the young Mark (John Hawkes) meaning he has to spend most of his time in an iron lung.

Now 38, a college graduate and very brilliant poet, Mark has overcome his disability in many ways, yet still feels he has missed out on one of life’s major experiences-losing his virginity.

He begins to see a sex therapist (Helen Hunt) who develops a fascinating relationship with Mark as she guides him through this physical journey.

This is a very raw, open story (and based on a true one) but it is handled with warmth and humour by a range of authentic, thoughtful characters. Nothing is left to the imagination either so choose your viewing partners and/or location carefully.

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