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The SessionsNow available on DVD, Blu-Ray, and Video On Demand
Writer & Director: Ben Lewin Producers: Ben Lewin, Judi Levine & Stephen Nemeth Starring: John Hawkes, Helen Hunt & William H. Macy Release date: 2012 Synopsis The Sessions explores the fascinating relationship between Mark O’Brien, a poet in an iron lung, and Cheryl Cohen-Greene, a professional sex surrogate. The film is set in Berkeley, California, in the 1980s and is based on a true story. By the age of 36, Mark, confined mostly to an iron lung as a result of childhood polio, is eager to lose his virginity before his use-by date. He has made a modest living out of poetry and journalism and finally has the wherewithal to discover his sexuality. On the advice of his therapist and with the guidance of his priest, Marc contacts Cheryl who, aside from her unusual occupation, is a typical soccer mom. Their journey together proves that sex is only the beginning. "This poet’s extraordinary story resonates with the elegance and precision of a poem. No line in The Surrogate is extraneous, no frame accidental. Filmmaker Ben Lewin's masterful brushstrokes endow every character with fullness and authenticity, fashioning rich metaphors and emotional nuance and fusing them into an exquisite, unforgettable awakening." Why is The Sessions a family affair?
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Produced by mum Associate Producer & Post-Production Coordinator – daughter Alex Music Consultant – son Oliver Guest appearance – daughter Phoebe We couldn’t have done it without them! |
