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Written October 21, 2012
Best Film in a Long Time

by HighAnxiety

Saw this at a film festival and loved it. SO funny! Can find nothing wrong with it. Some people may be turned off by the nudity- although, for once, it's relevant. All of the actors are fantastic, especially those in non-lead roles. William Macy's facial expressions are genius. I think all adult age groups would enjoy this film, but maybe not those people who are offended by graphic sexual language and nudity.
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Written November 22, 2012
The Sessions

by 13 samantha

Helen Hunt was great & has great body. The film was funny, sad and at the same time had this bright outlook about it that you couldn't help but totally enjoy the two characters.. We enjoyed it greatly. I think a lot of neurotic[s] need to go see this. Great film.
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Written November 24, 2012
Stunningly Honest, Exceptional Story, Unique and Completely Engaging.

by Alon Patterson

Pairing Bill Macy and Helen Hunt for starters, now there's some real screen chemistry. Too bad their characters never interact, but that doesn't diminish this play one iota. Its frankness and honesty about an altogether extraordinary life situation is not only surprising, it?s downright refreshing. This is DEFINITELY for mature audiences and even among that group, some will find this movie uncomfortable to experience, more so to actually watch. Still, no judgments are fair except your own. Is it entertaining? Yes. Is it worth the price of a ticket? Yes. Is it an action filled blockbuster brimming with superheroes, dead presidential types or supernatural bloodsuckers? No. On the other hand, it's just as entertaining, to the right audience. You may or may not be one of them but for my part, I liked this film. Leave the kids at home or everyone will think you?re an idiot. Otherwise, see it. You won't be disappointed.
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Written November 22, 2012
Seesions

by fasteaumovies

Fantastic movie. Has perfect pitch on a subject that could easily been either maudlin or prurient. Great writing. Hawkes, Helen Hunt and the priest(forgot his name) were all just wonderful. Very moving. An affirmation of life.
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Written November 30, 2012
Awkward

by dscar11

While parts of this movie were very interesting and moving the sex scenes in it were totally awkward. Not to mention I didn't realize until the end that I was in the movie with 6 other people. All of them over the age of 65. The experience just was kind of strange. Everything prior to the session I enjoyed. I also really liked the main character. But I would not recommend this movie to anyone else to go and see.
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Written November 19, 2012
The Sessions

by rickejjt

Beautiful performances by Hawkes, Hunt, and Macy in this sweet, honest, subtle and tasteful portrayal of the experience of journalist and poet Mark O'Brien. His story provided inspiration on so many levels. the supporting cast also added humor, emotion and intensity. Will see this movie multiple times! Excited to see the Oscar Nominations that come out of this. Perhaps a Best Actor and Best Actress Nod?
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Written November 25, 2012
Sessions a dissapointment

by nutley-frisbee

Had great press and previews. Very dissapointing. I would give it a 65 on RT.
1. No character development, no idea why Helen Hunt feels as she does, nor do we get any backstory of the life of JOhn Hawkes. Or how does JOhn Hawkes support himself ?
2. Its a touching story but very shallow.
No idea what the big whoop is with this movie.
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Written October 27, 2012
Sweet, Funny, Touching, Sad and Erotic and Mature

by DurWi

The Sessions was an incredibly sweet, sad, uplifiting and funny movie about love and sexuality under the most difficult circumstances. Incredibly erotic but not in any way pornographic. Well written, well acted, well produced. There are no cheap shots in this movie, no crudeness, and no simple answers given. For mature audiences. This is for those who are mature not only in age but in outlook on life.
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Written November 29, 2012
Sessions

by peacenik1970

Great true story about overcoming obstacles. John Hawkes creates an Oscar caliber performance. Helen Hunt is good also.

This movie is about sex and connection and is for thoughtful adults.
- 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written November 24, 2012
Such an unexpectedly wonderful movie

by SugarMag1

When it was first suggested by one of our group of 20 that we go see a movie about a man who lived his life in an iron lung who is a guilt ridden Catholic who sees a sex therapist, I thought it was a joke. As other members of our movie group chimed in that they had heard it was a great movie, and I realized that I would be going to see this movie with the others, I started planning a way to discreetly walk out and sneak into another movie.
But I stayed put, enthralled, for the whole movie (and even though the credits cause I didn't want it to be over, its one of those), From the opening scene (funny and interesting) until the very end, I loved this movie. We all did. It is hard to explain why. But we left feeling really good about life and I woke up thinking about things I should think about more often. Like gratitude.
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Written November 12, 2012
Great film

by Bonetti

This is the first time I review a film on Fandango. I really loved the sessions. Very well written, stunning performances all over the board!!!!!!! A MUST SEE! I must admit that at the end I had a couple of tears running down my cheek. Funny, Lighthearted, Intense, sad, true, GREAT!
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Written November 25, 2012
Great movie!

by CoachOch

Story development was excellent, and that is was based on a true story made it even better. It was very funny, sad and happy all at the same time. Definitely recommend it!
- 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written December 10, 2012
I loved It.. but not for everyone

by randyontheglobe

I very much enjoyed this well-written and touching story. You have to get the humor right on this film and they did. Very strong performances throughout the cast. The subject is tastefully treated, but there's explicit nudity and the frank sexual content make it not the perfect holiday choice for everyone. I rated it up a bit because I think it deserves everyone's consideration.
- 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written October 22, 2012
Go see The Sessions....

by RADDAD

The is a beautiful but, emotionally draining film.

It deals with very real, very difficult topics of the human existence and does so in a profound way. It is truly a must-see for emotionally mature individuals and couples.

WONDERFUL!
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Written November 16, 2012
Great film

by FLASH1465

Great story, casting, and acting. Not for those that are prudish. A LOT of nudity and sex BUT they are key to the story and aren't used cheaply. John Hawkes is Fantastic and Helen Hunt is great . They both bring their "A" games. I see nominations for both in the near future. The film is touching at times but more often than not it is flat out funny. I give this an A- .So go see it just know that you will be seeing adult content.
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