Something the Lord Made

Mos Def. Mos talented. An enjoyable, sometimes cheesy, poor downtrodden black guy genre, but true, therefore believable. Not an indictment of medicine but more of an indictment of the times. I recommend this film to anyone. It is sad, but sweet and all performers are believable. Good for the kids. A nice gift as well. It might prompt you to study the era of medicine when the heart was unknown and black skin was a prohibitive thing.
Anyway, enjoy it. It is a nice movie.

This is simply a wonderful story that was very well done. Alan Rickman did a surprisingly good job playing a good guy (something I don't think I've seen too often...he should do it more) and Mos Def gave an equally good performance. I don't like to give spoilers, but if you have issues with animal experimentation this movie isn't for you. If you understand the medical necessity in it, and take it as that, then this is a great movie about the beginning of open heart surgery for the treatment of Tetralogy of Fallot and how racial prejudice could have easily delayed or even prevented this procedure.

My only criticism is the use of foul language during one of characters temper tantrums. I don't think it was necessary and it almost seemed out of character for Dr. Blalock, at least the way Mr. Rickman portrayed the character...it seemed almost "forced". It could have been a great family movie with the deletion of the obscenities as this could be a springboard for the discussion of racial issues, animal experimentation and even critically ill children. Oh well, I'm good at using the mute button on the remote (we get lots of practice these days, don't we!).

Overall a wonderful movie that I highly recommend!

Just a short and simple review. Not even a review really. Just some comments. I am a heart patient myself. I was pleasantly surprised to see this at my friends house today on HBO. I had no idea what it was about. All I will say about this movie is EXCELLENT and I think EVERYONE should see it!!! Very good movie. Watch it!!! : )

A touching and very informative film about a doctor and his assistant. Alan Rickman and Mos Def blew me away with their performances and were definetly worthy of the Emmy nods they recieved. Personally I think Mr. Rickman should have won but that is just my opinion.

An awesome picture and worth every minute! I just loved this DVD. Great support of our black brothers and sisters. For those who have an interest in medicine, Vivian will inspire you!
Great Picture to have invested in!