This movie is targeting at the USA's Health Care system as well as the country's politics. The story starts with Jonh Quincy Archibald's family of three; Jonh himself, his wife Denise and their son Mike. The introduction shows how close and happy the family was, even though their income were not so great. Their lives were still managable. Until oneday, Mike suddenly collapses during this baseball game. It is soon revealed that Mike has a heart failure and he is in need of a surgery.
The hospital director refuse to place Mike's name in the donor list due to the family low income. Jonh points out that they have an insurance which will cover them. However the law had change and he soon learns that he has been paying for an insurance that were no longer available. Despit the anger and disappointment, Jonh starts his journey to gain money for his son's surgery. Money from work, neighbours, friends and trades. Jonh did all this for his beloved son. Unfortunately life wasn't so easy for them. The wind wouldn't blow the way they want. Mike's condition is worsen each minute.
Failed to gain the great amount of $250,000/$75,000 for the heart transplant. Failed to gain the trust of the doctor. Failed to do anything to make his son live. Jonh has no other choice. For the survival of Mike, Jonh Q. would do what he has never dream of.
This movie might not contains adventurous action or dramatic acting. However, it is entertaining and quite educational. The storyline was acceptable. It was unique and emotional. In my opinion, I think this story should be watched by people who are in the teenagers and upwards. There are a few scenes that contains foul language and it requires a bit of maturity to be able to understand and enjoy the movie.
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