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Extraordinary Measures (2010)

Extraordinary Measures (2010)
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Inspired by an incredible true story, the CBS Films docudrama portrays one father's desperate quest to save his children from succumbing to a rare life-threatening genetic disorder. Working-class father John Crowley (Brendan Fraser) is finally on the fast track to corporate success when his two young children, Megan and Patrick, are diagnosed with Pompe disease -- a condition that prevents the body from breaking down sugar. In time, it disables the heart and the muscles, ultimately resulting in death. With the support of his wife, Aileen (Keri Russell), John ditches his career and teams with unconventional specialist Dr. Robert Stonehill (Harrison Ford) to found a bio-tech company and develop a cure in time to save the lives of Megan and Patrick. As Dr. Stonehill works tirelessly to prove the theories that made him the black sheep of the medical community, a powerful bond is forged between the two unlikely allies. Still, their greatest struggle is yet to come. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Starring:
Harrison Ford, Brendan Fraser, (more)
Director(s):
Tom Vaughan
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
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Synopsis of Extraordinary Measures

Inspired by an incredible true story, the CBS Films docudrama portrays one father's desperate quest to save his children from succumbing to a rare life-threatening genetic disorder. Working-class father John Crowley (Brendan Fraser) is finally on the fast track to corporate success when his two young children, Megan and Patrick, are diagnosed with Pompe disease -- a condition that prevents the body from breaking down sugar. In time, it disables the heart and the muscles, ultimately resulting in death. With the support of his wife, Aileen (Keri Russell), John ditches his career and teams with unconventional specialist Dr. Robert Stonehill (Harrison Ford) to found a bio-tech company and develop a cure in time to save the lives of Megan and Patrick. As Dr. Stonehill works tirelessly to prove the theories that made him the black sheep of the medical community, a powerful bond is forged between the two unlikely allies. Still, their greatest struggle is yet to come. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
106 mins

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Director(s):
Tom Vaughan
Writer(s):
Robert Nelson Jacobs
Producer(s):
Carla Santos Shamberg, Michael Shamberg, Stacey Sher
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG(Mild Language)
Categories:
Drama
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    Ben L.

    Harrison Ford plays a crotchety research scientist and Brendan Fraser is the desparate parent searching for a cure for his sick children. I was expecting a "lifetime" movie but was pleasantly surprised. They did a good job building the story, developing the characters, and showing the struggling dynamic as they march toward the creation of a life saving drug. I give it 3.5 stars. This movie can be watched by the entire family and deliversa great story.

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    Emilio P.

    2 1/2 stars? where do they get these ratings? Sometimes real life makes a good movie story, this is one of them. Just read the movie jacket, this is no Indiana Jones, and you will not be disappointed . Excellent acting by all, the story also shows how orphan drugs come to market.

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    Tiffany F.

    AWESOME movie! Was moved to tears a few times but not at all what I expected. Harrison Ford showed that his character had some zing to him that was much deserved! Bredan Fraser showed that he has more appeal than he has in awhile too. Loved how they kept ALL the kids involved & not just the sick ones. Did notice ALOT more focus on Megan though but I guess it was because she was the oldest one, but then again, Patrick seemed to be in worse condition. Ah, just a great heartfelt movie all the way around!

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