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The flick The Sessions was initially given the title The Surrogate. The movie hit screens in 2012. The movie's director is Ben Lewin. The movie was develo

The Sessions Movie Review

The Sessions Movie Review English
Review for the film " The Sessions"
Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video
Runtime: 1 Hour 35 Minutes
Certificate: A
Released: 16-11-2012
3.5 / 5.00
3.49 / 5.0

The flick ‘ The Sessions Click to look into! >> Read More... ’ was initially given the title The Surrogate. The movie hit screens in 2012. The movie's director is Ben Lewin Not only one of the most renowned Australian write >> Read More... . The movie was developed with its roots on the article ‘On Seeing a Sex Surrogate’ written by Mark O’Brien. 

The plot revolves around a poet who is disabled below the neck following polio attack. He decides to experience sex and thus lose virginity. For the purpose, he hires a sex surrogate. John Hawkes John Hawkes is a veteran actor who is known for hi >> Read More... does the physically challenged and Helen Hunt Helen Hunt, an American actress, a screenwriter an >> Read More... does the sex surrogate. The movie won applauses from among the audiences. Also, the movie won critical acclaim. 

Hunt was lauded for her performance in the movie and became the nominee for two awards. The movie ‘The Sessions’ does not deviate off its course, and is very moving for words. It is a funny story about how people waver between dignity and sexuality. The movie draws inspiration from the writer’s experience of polio attack during childhood. The attack forced him to carry an iron lung, and he is paralyzed down the body. His sexuality is not hindered, and he gets a sexual erection. 

John Hawkes does the character of Mark. He is a pleasant person with a strong will. He mistakes his caretaker’s affection for love. But, she discards him. So, he hires a sex surrogate after a lengthy counseling by a priest. 

Viewers may be taken aback by scenes showing intimacy. Helen Hunter, aged 49, exposes in the movie. She is in wonderful shape. Emotional scenes may deeply move some viewers in the movie. There is a lingering feeling among the viewers that something personal should not be watched which comes as a proof of the movie’s credibility. It is guaranteed that the viewer would leave the theater with amazement after having watched the film.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "The Sessions"?

Drama, Biography, Comedy


Who directed "The Sessions"?

Ben Lewin


What is the duration of "The Sessions"?

1 Hour 35 Minutes


When was "The Sessions" released?

16-11-2012

Storyline


What is the plot of "The Sessions"?

Plot revolves around Drama, Biography, Comedy, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "The Sessions"?

3.5


What are the audience ratings for "The Sessions"?

3.49

Additional


Is "The Sessions" suitable for all ages?

No, it's rated A


Can I watch "The Sessions" online?

No, it will be available soon on Amazon Prime Video

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