Favorite Flick Friday

This week's movie was one that I first saw in my high school psychology class, of all places. Our teacher wanted to show us an example of rehabilitation from a traumatic brain injury. Usually, when you are forced to watch a movie in class, you bring a snack and wear a big, baggy, hooded sweatshirt to better hide your attempt at sleeping through it. But, THIS....was a pleasant surprise and soon found its way into my DVD library.

Actors: Harrison Ford, Annette Bening

Rating: PG-13

Year: 1991

Genre: Drama

The scoop: Henry is a high end lawyer with little time or affection for anything but his job. But, his life is forever changed when he is shot in the head. Seriously. Shot in the head. He forgets everything about his former life and, in fact, realizes he is not even the same person he was before. It is a heartwarming story of recovering from a seriously life-threatening injury, becoming a new person and redefining relationships.

Favorite character: Henry Turner (Post shot in the head. That's kind of sad that I like him AFTER he was shot in the head. Much more charming.)

Favorite line:
Henry: No thanks, I don't like eggs.
Rosella: What?
Rachel: Eggs are your favorite!
Henry: Okay, then give me lots of eggs.

Why I Love This Movie: It's good. It's a story that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy at the end. Emotional, interesting, deep......just a good movie.