Right to Choose
Right to Choose

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Right to Choose

2000
Movie
70 min
Russian

This is a modern story of a prosperous family, in whose harmonious way of life a young man, a former partner of her husband in creating a computer network, breaks into. Involving his wife in a love affair, he pretends to be a messenger from Shambhala. At some point, she is ready to believe him, despite her husband's convictions that her chosen one is crazy. The psychologically tense action is set off by episodes of the hero's fantasies, in which the intrigue is given a comic effect, so there is no reason to assume a tragic ending.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Steven SchachterGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A successful surgeon discovers she is pregnant and immediately faces the agonizing decision of whether to continue the pregnancy, given that the fetus has a severe disability. The film explores her internal struggle, the reactions of her husband and family, and the ethical and moral dilemmas surrounding the choice.

Critical Reception

Right to Choose was met with mixed reviews, with many critics praising the performances of the lead actors and the sensitive handling of a difficult subject matter. However, some found the film to be overly melodramatic and predictable in its narrative arc.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances and emotional depth.

  • Acknowledged for tackling a complex and sensitive issue.

  • Criticized by some for a conventional and predictable storyline.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general viewer comments suggest an appreciation for the film's emotional weight and the difficult choices presented to the characters, though some found it emotionally manipulative.

Fun Fact

Kelly McGillis, who plays the protagonist, was reportedly drawn to the role due to its challenging nature and the opportunity to explore complex moral questions on screen.

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