John Q. movie review by lottie :]

Fighting against the national healthcare system in the US, John and his family struggle to keep their son, Mike, alive. Mike collapsed at a Little League game due to heart failure and is now in need of a heart transplant. Only problem is that John Q. doesn’t have to money to do it, to save his sons life. After trying all options and raising as much money as possible, John turns to his only option – violence.

He breaks into the Hope Memorial and holds many as hostages in order to make the hospital pay for his son to get a new heart. Soon, groups of people crowd around the Hope Memorial but instead of shouting, they cheer him on. On the other hand, police officers arrive and get very angry with the commotion.

After all the commotion, Mike’s name is on the list, but its doing no good seeing as Mike only has a few hours to live. John Q. risks all and decides that in order to save Mike; he will give his heart to his son. They can’t change his mind. No one can.

Movie Summary - John Q

This movie is a re-enactment of a true event that has taken place in the past. The movie goes deep inside about the American Political affairs: which includes insurance from companies to the hospital policies. The son of John Archibald - Michael had an extra ordinary large heart which he needed an organ transplant in order to live. However the insurance from his company did not cover for this type of accident. The family desperate to come up with the fee, John Archibald attempts a hospital raid to capture the people inside as hostages. The police finally agrees to add Michael's name onto the donors list in return for releasing some hostages (including a police who attempted to kill John). Then, John insists on killing himself after finding out that his son needs a transplant immediately...


I believe this film covers all aspects of complex public inconveniences that takes place in daily life. This includes problems with the police, families and government. The characters in the movie may be intentionaly picked this way to take a different approach introducing other international issues. About racism and prejudice. I find this movie being very informative explaining the problems in the world - Therefore, I will recommend this film to anyone.

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John Q

Struggling to find a better job, John’s factory job has been reduced to part time. An ordinary American family finds themselves in a huge crisis. Their son, Mike collapsed during a softball game while running to a base. Hearing that the only way to save his son’s life because of heart failure, is to give him a new heart. Because John’s company has switched to HMO and John is only working 20 hours a week. The insurance company won’t pay for Mike’s the medical costs, which include the heart transplant. The family does not have that kind of money. As hard as John Q. Selling everything they have like television, sofa … etc tried they would not get enough money. They need $75,000 to put their child ion the donor list.

The hospital informed John Q. that they are releasing his sick son that day. With no other opinion John Q. decides to take a group of people hostage at the hospital and threaten that he would kill the people if they won’t put his son, Mike in the donor time. Time is running out. John’s son, Mike is slowly dying. Could his son get a new heart?

I personally think that this movie is very emotional. It successfully tackles the issue of health care of American. If your rich than you are cared with care, but of you are poor than the hospital will treat you like dirt. I really enjoy this movie it made me cry a lot. I recommend Adult and teenagers about 13 or 14 above.

If I had to rate this movie out of ten (10) than I would say about 8.

John Q. Movie Review

At a school baseball game, Michael William Archibald (Mikey) fainted on the way to second base. After rushing to the hospital, John (who is Mikey’s father) and his wife finds out that Mikey’s heart is 3 times bigger than the size of an ordinary heart. As time runs out for Mikey, he has to get a heart transplant before his blood pressure drops and gets worse. However, just to get on the Donor list, John and his wife has to pay at least $75,000 and even more for the transplant to happen. Beginning out with less than an eighth of the wanted amount to get on the list, Mikey’s parents have to work extra hard to first put their son on the list and then for the transplant procedure to happen. After a few weeks, the person in charge of the hospital, Rebecca Payne decides to release Mitch from the hospital. Furious, John Quincy Archibald or ‘John Q’ decides to take action. But what will he do to save his son’s life?

I recommend this movie to age 12 and up. This is because the plot had many twists, was very touching and revealed the corruption and schemes of an unjust government. This movie had a very clear message (Free health care) and a dash of politics as well. The characters played their parts very well and showed very strong emotions.

A controversial topic, a father’s quest to save his son, an unjust policy. All are key parts of this wonderful movie and gives an insight into the inner workings of a government. I would give this movie 8 out of 10 since it had depth to it and a strong message.

John Q. Is put down to part time in his job. His money is running out. His son's heart is three times the normal size, it's failing to pump enough blood around his body. Time is running out, how long will Mike last? The national health care insurance will not cover all of the exspense. What is John ment to do?

I would recomend to the US goverment. So they can see what some people have to go though.

It was one the worst films ever because it was so predictable.

"John Q." - Movie Review

Hidden from the truth, the American citizens live obliviousy; unknown to the corruption, the greed - unkown to the evil of their Government. They stand on grounds built upon merciless lies and false promises - health care only finds those with money.

John Q. Archibald's family stumbles on the deception made by the insurance company: when his son falls terribly ill , slowly sinking into heart failure. Finally noticing that no matter the begging; that no matter how much pleading, their insurance company wil refuse to pay for a $250,000 heart transplant for their Mikey. Time is ticking; a countdown is made - their son will die in a matter of days.

Breaking away from the hypnosis, the Archibald family sees America through different eyes. When desperate situations find desperate families, you can only hope their solution is any less than insane. Crumbling under pressure and doubt, can John Q. manage to find salvation?

Showing the truth behind their words, "John Q." exposes the scam and corruption rooting from the peaks of power. In a twisted tale of hope, "John Q." unroots the lies hidden behind human greed. With a story based on a real event, will "John Q." be able to open up your eyes?

This movie was an eye-opener for me; showing the harsh situations and deep feelings different people had to experience. As a tear-jerking story, I'd recommend it to many people, especially those who enjoy a poignant movie.

7/10.

Jonh Q Movie Review

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.