The Sessions (2012) (original) (raw)

A man in an iron lung who wishes to lose his virginity contacts a professional sex surrogate with the help of his therapist and priest.

A man in an iron lung who wishes to lose his virginity contacts a professional sex surrogate with the help of his therapist and priest. (less)

Director: Ben Lewin
Writers: Ben Lewin, Mark O'Brien
Starring: John Hawkes, Helen Hunt, William H. Macy, Moon Bloodgood, Annika Marks, Adam Arkin
Producer: Judi Levine

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Academy Awards	Best Supporting Actress	Helen Hunt	2012

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Review by Brian Orndorf, November 1, 2012

7 / 10

�The Sessions� approaches an unusual story with a healthy sense of humor, a commitment to the comfort of faith, and a surprisingly adult appreciation of sex. While it may resemble yet another Oscar-bait melodrama boasting fiery performances and a powerful message, �The Sessions� plays largely low-key, working to create a human portrait of a physically challenged man hoping to find a little bedroom adventure before his time expires. Although the story seems like a rich opportunity for crude shenanigans, the movie is unexpectedly blunt and warmly sympathetic, displaying a refreshing commitment t ...read more...

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