Anatomy of an Illness (1984)
Description:
Biopic of Saturday Review editor and political journalist Norman Cousins who developed and promoted a self-made health therapy consisting of intake of large quantities of vitamin C and making oneself laugh as much as possible.
Director: Richard T. Heffron
Producer: richard t heffron
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 130 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 14:52:23
Genre:
Drama
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giorgio ferroni
Dialogue felt forced and unnatural.
monte hellman
One of the more disappointing films I've seen recently.
denison clift
Great chemistry between the leads.
william fruet
An unsatisfying conclusion that left many questions unanswered.
james cruze
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
george a romero
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
albert s rogell
A refreshing take on familiar themes.
george archainbaud
The plot was predictable and uninspired.
piero regnoli
Excellent performances all around.
freddie francis
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
fred zinnemann
Characters felt underdeveloped and uninteresting.
julian roffman
The acting was inconsistent and sometimes awkward.
dwain esper
Surprisingly impactful and heartfelt.
charles f haas
Well-paced and consistently entertaining.
franco prosperi
Great chemistry between the leads.
terry o morse
The soundtrack was forgettable and didn't add to the mood.
william berke
A thrilling ride from start to finish. Couldn't take my eyes off the screen.
a edward sutherland
The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.
john ainsworth
One of the better films I've watched in a while.
millard webb
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.